School Year 2021-22: In-person Learning and 3-1-1

At the start of the new school year Interim Superintendent Hayashi outlined the 3-1-1 strategy to set initial priorities. To ensure we address our student needs, there are three priority areas we are assessing as students have returned: attendance, academics and social-emotional learning. In order for our work to be sustainable, another priority is supporting and caring for the well-being of staff and taking ownership of our own well-being. Another priority is ensuring the safe return for our entire public school system. This 3-1-1 strategy is helping the Department get a pulse on where our students are, providing support for our staff members and ensuring the health and safety for everyone.

Teacher Voice

Prioritizing SEL in Our Schools

After a full year of distance learning, Hawai‘i educators have become acutely aware that mental health support is necessary for both teachers and students. Many have reported feelings of isolation, anxiety, or nervousness. As we come together face-to-face this school year, creating spaces and time for building relationships, setting routines and regularly checking in with one another will be paramount.

Well-Being: Even Adults Need It

Educators know the impact of healthy whole-child experiences on our students. With distance teaching and in-person pandemic learning, all educators have been challenged to rise up and do this in creative new ways. I was ecstatic to see Interim Superintendent Hayashi’s 3-1-1 plan. This innovative and compassionate leader gets it. His focus on students, staff and system guides our focus on a healthier future.

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Q&A with Interim Superintendent

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