| BOE approves renaming of Central Middle to honor Princess Ruth Keʻelikōlani | | https://www.hawaiipublicschools.org/ConnectWithUs/MediaRoom/PressReleases/Pages/Keelikolani-Middle.aspx | BOE approves renaming of Central Middle to honor Princess Ruth Keʻelikōlani | The Board of Education approved the restoration of Central Middle School to its former name honoring Princess Ruth Keanolani Kanāhoahoa Keʻelikōlani. | | |
| September 2021 Hoʻohaʻaheo | | https://www.hawaiipublicschools.org/VisionForSuccess/Newsletters/Hoohaaheo/Pages/September-2021-Hoohaaheo.aspx | September 2021 Hoʻohaʻaheo | Our monthly online publication to highlight bright spots from across the public school system. This month's issue features keeping schools open and safe for learning. | | |
| HIDOE reports 89% of salaried employees at schools and offices are fully or partially vaccinated | | https://www.hawaiipublicschools.org/ConnectWithUs/MediaRoom/PressReleases/Pages/HIDOE-school-office-vaccinations.aspx | HIDOE reports 89% of salaried employees at schools and offices are fully or partially vaccinated | The vaccination rate is as of Aug. 31 and represents 19,559 out of 21,980 active salaried employees at schools and offices statewide. | | |
| Department announces 2021-22 enrollment figures for public and charter schools | | https://www.hawaiipublicschools.org/ConnectWithUs/MediaRoom/PressReleases/Pages/2021-22-enrollment-figures-for-public-and-charter-schools.aspx | Department announces 2021-22 enrollment figures for public and charter schools | Enrollment at Hawaii's public and charter schools for the 2021-22 school year decreased to 171,600 students, compared with enrollment of 174,704 students at the start of last school year — a difference of 1.7%. | | |
| SY 2021-22 Student Transportation Updates and Information | | https://www.hawaiipublicschools.org/ConnectWithUs/Organization/Offices/FacilitiesandOperations/Transportation/RidingtheBus/Pages/Bus-status.aspx | SY 2021-22 Student Transportation Updates and Information | Please check this page regularly for the updates to bus routes as the Department works to manage staffing and consolidate routes due to a severe shortage of student bus drivers. | | |
| HIDOE launches data dashboard to inform public of confirmed COVID-19 cases in schools | | https://www.hawaiipublicschools.org/ConnectWithUs/MediaRoom/PressReleases/Pages/HIDOE-launches-data-dashboard-to-inform-public-of-confirmed-COVID-19-cases-in-schools.aspx | HIDOE launches data dashboard to inform public of confirmed COVID-19 cases in schools | Dashboard will be updated daily and replace the Department’s weekly case reports. | | |
| HIDOE to implement weekly COVID-19 testing requirement for all employees and volunteers | | https://www.hawaiipublicschools.org/ConnectWithUs/MediaRoom/PressReleases/Pages/HIDOE-to-implement-weekly-COVID-19-testing-requirement-for-all-employees-and-volunteers.aspx | HIDOE to implement weekly COVID-19 testing requirement for all employees and volunteers | Employees who certify and provide proof of full vaccination will not be subject to testing requirement. | | |
| HIDOE implements new safety guidelines with vaccination requirements for athletes, adults to participate in sports | | https://www.hawaiipublicschools.org/ConnectWithUs/MediaRoom/PressReleases/Pages/HIDOE-implements-new-safety-guidelines-with-vaccination-requirements-for-athletes-and-coaches-to-participate-in-sports.aspx | HIDOE implements new safety guidelines with vaccination requirements for athletes, adults to participate in sports | Due to state’s high positivity rate, fall athletic season delayed until all student-athletes and adults working in athletics are vaccinated | | |
| Interim Superintendent Hayashi parent letter welcoming students back | | https://www.hawaiipublicschools.org/ConnectWithUs/MediaRoom/PressReleases/Pages/superintendent-parent-letter-SY2021-22.aspx | Interim Superintendent Hayashi parent letter welcoming students back | As Interim Superintendent, my highest priority is ensuring every student has the opportunity to safely return to the classroom. | | |
| Public comments sought regarding HIDOE's request for additional fiscal flexibility under ESEA | | https://www.hawaiipublicschools.org/ConnectWithUs/MediaRoom/PressReleases/Pages/public-comment-ESEA-waiver.aspx | Public comments sought regarding HIDOE's request for additional fiscal flexibility under ESEA | The Department is seeking feedback through Aug. 31 regarding its waiver request for flexibilities afforded under the CARES Act. | | |
| Hawaii public school educators eligible for up to $1,000 in DonorsChoose project funding | | https://www.hawaiipublicschools.org/ConnectWithUs/MediaRoom/PressReleases/Pages/Hawaii-public-school-educators-eligible-for-up-to-$1,000-in-DonorsChoose-project-funding.aspx | Hawaii public school educators eligible for up to $1,000 in DonorsChoose project funding | Eligible DonorsChoose projects must be submitted before midnight on Aug. 3 to qualify for funding. Donations will be made on Aug. 6 to eligible projects. | | |
| All public school students to receive free meals throughout school year 2021-22 | | https://www.hawaiipublicschools.org/ConnectWithUs/MediaRoom/PressReleases/Pages/SY2021-Free-School-Meals.aspx | All public school students to receive free meals throughout school year 2021-22 | All students at Hawaiʻi’s 257 public schools will receive free breakfast and lunch meals for the entirety of the 2021-22 school year, thanks to a nationwide waiver from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Federal funds will reimburse state education departments for meal costs. | | |
| Summer P-EBT benefits begin to roll-out in July 2021 | | https://www.hawaiipublicschools.org/ConnectWithUs/MediaRoom/PressReleases/Pages/Summer-P-EBT-Benefits-Begin-to-Roll-Out-in-July-2021.aspx | Summer P-EBT benefits begin to roll-out in July 2021 | DHS announced summer P-EBT benefits for children who qualify for free or reduced-price school meals, or attend a Community Eligibility Provision school during the COVID-19 pandemic. | | |
| HIDOE submits State Plan for the American Rescue Plan Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund (ESSER III) | | https://www.hawaiipublicschools.org/ConnectWithUs/MediaRoom/PressReleases/Pages/HIDOE-submits-State-Plan-for-ARP-ESSER-III.aspx | HIDOE submits State Plan for the American Rescue Plan Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund (ESSER III) | The state’s $412.3 million in ESSER III funds was authorized to provide funding to support Hawaii’s schools in safely reopening and to mitigate learning loss. | | |
| Waipahu High School principal appointed interim superintendent of Hawai‘i public schools | | https://www.hawaiipublicschools.org/ConnectWithUs/MediaRoom/PressReleases/Pages/Waipahu-High-School-principal-appointed-interim-superintendent-of-Hawai‘i-public-schools.aspx | Waipahu High School principal appointed interim superintendent of Hawai‘i public schools | The Hawaiʻi State Board of Education today approved the appointment of Keith Hayashi as interim superintendent of the Hawaii State Department of Education. | | |
| Summer Meals Program begins June 4 for all children ages 18 and younger | | https://www.hawaiipublicschools.org/ConnectWithUs/MediaRoom/PressReleases/Pages/Summer-Meals-Program-begins-June-4-for-all-children-ages-18-and-younger.aspx | Summer Meals Program begins June 4 for all children ages 18 and younger | The summer meals program will begin on June 4 and run until July 19. Meal distribution will be at lunchtime only. All children ages 18 and younger may participate at the approximately 80 distribution sites, regardless of their enrollment status. Parents or guardians who choose to pick up meals without their child(ren) present must provide verification documents daily. | | |
| May 2021 Ho‘oha‘aheo | | https://www.hawaiipublicschools.org/VisionForSuccess/Newsletters/Hoohaaheo/Pages/May-2021-Hoohaaheo.aspx | May 2021 Ho‘oha‘aheo | Our monthly online publication to highlight bright spots from across the public school system. This month's publication features a look back at our monthly issues and stories in Hoʻohaʻaheo over the past school year. | | |
| Parent letter from Supt. Kishimoto regarding in-person learning for school year 2021-22 | | https://www.hawaiipublicschools.org/ConnectWithUs/MediaRoom/PressReleases/Pages/supt-kishimoto-parent-letter-SY2020-21.aspx | Parent letter from Supt. Kishimoto regarding in-person learning for school year 2021-22 | Superintendent Dr. Christina Kishimoto issued a letter to parents to provide an update on plans for the upcoming school year. | | |
| 2021 National Children's Mental Health Awareness Month and Art Contest Winners | | https://www.hawaiipublicschools.org/ConnectWithUs/MediaRoom/PressReleases/Pages/2021-National-Children's-Mental-Health-Awareness-Month-and-Art-Contest-Winners.aspx | 2021 National Children's Mental Health Awareness Month and Art Contest Winners | To promote open communication about mental health, this year's student art contest theme was "Mental Health Talk," which aimed to raise awareness about resources and to encourage youth and families to connect about mental health. | | |
| COVID vaccines to be offered at school-based mobile clinics for students 16+ and eligible household members | | https://www.hawaiipublicschools.org/ConnectWithUs/MediaRoom/PressReleases/Pages/COVID-vaccines-to-be-offered-at-school-based-mobile-clinics-for-students-16-and-older-and-eligible-household-members.aspx | COVID vaccines to be offered at school-based mobile clinics for students 16+ and eligible household members | Based on current enrollment and student ages, the population of students ages 16 and older in Hawai‘i public schools is approximately 32,000. | | |
