Learn about the Hawaii Department of Education's (HIDOE) inaugural year with the "Do the Write Thing" (DtWT) program, a national campaign focused on youth violence prevention through student expression and dialogue. This presentation will highlight the valuable insights gained from participating middle school students regarding the impact and causes of violence. School and Complex Area leaders will learn how they can participate in the program for SY 2025-2026.
Discussion on Facilities Development Branch approach a) Covered Playcourts Space Designs due to limited funding considerations; b) Transparency/Security Designs - Interior building windows and shades; c) Classroom learning space deisgns (correctly sizing classrooms) both new and renovations
Participants will learn about the department's efforts to support all students to graduate with a foundation in financial literacy. This session will include an update on the recently revised standards, currently available curriculum resources and other updates.
Working with teachers to lead from the seat they occupy, our complex area team focuses on supporting instructional leaders in developing their leadership practices through dialogue and networking opportunities. Learn how we provide teacher leaders with the technical and adaptive skills necessary to support their thinking and serve as a catalyst for change, helping individuals or teams critically and analytically examine what is working and what is not and redefine their work to improve results. We support LMW’s philosophy: Building great teachers and great leaders.
It’s not just Social Studies! Learn how your school can become a Hawaii School of Democracy by exploring program goals, schoolwide benefits, and the clear path to HISOD recognition. Hear directly from principals and leaders at current HISOD schools and gain ready-to-use strategies to promote civic participation, student voice, and the shared values of Nā Hopena A‘o—whether you’re in an elementary, middle, or high school setting.
Discussion and updates on the process and expectations on: a)School Funded Project Reuqests b) School Directed AC and c) School CIP requests and Deferred Maintenance
Explore how the Digital Design Team’s monthly ʻEnehana | Technology magazine supports HIDOE staff and teachers with timely insights and practical tools. Gain strategies to enhance digital learning, foster technology literacy, and integrate emerging tools like AI into workflows. Leave with ready-to-use resources and forward-thinking ideas to inform, inspire, and empower innovation across classrooms, schools, and systems. To learn more about ʻEnehana and to subscribe, visit bit.ly/enehana
