Students

Hawaii's public school students rack up the awards and accolades as they meet and exceed the goals set forth in the Strategic Plan. Here are just a few of Hawaii's student stars.

 

 

Campbell Senior Represents Hawai‘i at first-ever U.N. Youth Climate Summithttps://www.hawaiipublicschools.org/VisionForSuccess/SuccessStories/Students/Pages/Campbell-Senior-Represents-Hawai‘i-at-first-ever-U.N.-Youth-Climate-Summit.aspxCampbell Senior Represents Hawai‘i at first-ever U.N. Youth Climate Summit​Campbell High School senior Kristen D. Brown was one of 500 student delegates from around the world – and the only student representative from Hawai‘i – to participate in the first-ever United Nations Youth Climate Summit in New York City in September.string;#04-Nov-2019
'Waiting for You,' an intersection of work and play, nets top art awardhttps://www.hawaiipublicschools.org/VisionForSuccess/SuccessStories/Students/Pages/2019-HRSAA.aspx'Waiting for You,' an intersection of work and play, nets top art awardEmma Park, an 8th grader at Wahiawa Middle School, has been named an American Visions nominee in the Hawaii Regional Scholastic Art Awards. Her photograph, "Waiting for You," and two other works will be considered for national recognition. A selection of works statewide will be exhibited at the Hawaii State Art Museum. “I always saw something in my work, and it makes me really happy that other people see something in it, too.”string;#06-Feb-2019
Kapolei High Marine Corps JROTC students recognized with top awardshttps://www.hawaiipublicschools.org/VisionForSuccess/SuccessStories/Students/Pages/kapolei-jrotc.aspxKapolei High Marine Corps JROTC students recognized with top awardsKapolei High student cadets have been awarded three prestigious national Marine Corps JROTC awards in recognition of their academic achievements and community service.string;#14-Sep-2018
Rovi Porter: My public school journeyhttps://www.hawaiipublicschools.org/VisionForSuccess/SuccessStories/Students/Pages/rovi-porter.aspxRovi Porter: My public school journeyWhen I was asked to reflect on my public school journey, my immediate thought was to highlight the people who have supported me throughout the years. However, I believe the best form of gratitude is not just thanking them, but demonstrating how I’m using what they’ve taught me to be the best person I can be. Here’s my story.string;#07-Aug-2018
Waipahu High valedictorian and engineering standout discovers passion for teachinghttps://www.hawaiipublicschools.org/VisionForSuccess/SuccessStories/Students/Pages/Waipahu-valedictorian.aspxWaipahu High valedictorian and engineering standout discovers passion for teachingDaniel Quiamas was headed for a future career in engineering, having excelled in STEM classes and robotics competitions. But he discovered a passion for teaching after mentoring and coaching younger students, and hopes to return to his alma mater someday to teach.string;#23-May-2018
Hands-on learning flourishes under Farrington partnership with World Surf Leaguehttps://www.hawaiipublicschools.org/VisionForSuccess/SuccessStories/Students/Pages/Farrington-WSL-partnership.aspxHands-on learning flourishes under Farrington partnership with World Surf LeagueFarrington Engineering Academy students are gaining real-world experience and hands-on learning thanks to a productive partnership with the World Surf League. Students spent the past school year designing plans and model-sized versions of a merchandise trailer for the company.string;#22-May-2018
Kapolei High valedictorian now a promising cancer researcherhttps://www.hawaiipublicschools.org/VisionForSuccess/SuccessStories/Students/Pages/Caleb-Perez.aspxKapolei High valedictorian now a promising cancer researcherA 2014 Kapolei High valedictorian majoring in bioengineering at the University of Washington is heading to Switzerland on a Fulbright scholarship to conduct a year of cancer research. Caleb Perez credits his former teachers with challenging him in high school.string;#14-May-2018
Students showcase knowledge of 'Conflict and Compromise' at Hawai'i History Day https://www.hawaiipublicschools.org/VisionForSuccess/SuccessStories/Students/Pages/NHD18.aspxStudents showcase knowledge of 'Conflict and Compromise' at Hawai'i History Day More than 300 students from public and private schools across the state participated in Hawai‘i History Day’s State Fair on Saturday, April 14. The fair showcased 214 projects in five categories: essay, display, website, documentary, and performance. Top finishers will compete with peers across the nation as well as China, Korea and Southeast Asia at the National History Day Contest, June 10-14 at the University of Maryland at College Park.string;#27-Apr-2018
Students test their workplace skills at CTSO conventionhttps://www.hawaiipublicschools.org/VisionForSuccess/SuccessStories/Students/Pages/ctso-2018.aspxStudents test their workplace skills at CTSO conventionStudent members of four Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs) representing schools statewide competed in performance tasks at the 2018 CTSO Convention on Feb. 22-23. The Future Farmers of America (FFA) held its statewide convention March 27-29 on Hawaii Island. Congratulations to the top finishers! string;#15-Mar-2018
College and career readiness is a student affair at Roosevelt Highhttps://www.hawaiipublicschools.org/VisionForSuccess/SuccessStories/Students/Pages/roosevelt-college-career-fair-18.aspxCollege and career readiness is a student affair at Roosevelt HighStudents belonging to Roosevelt High's College & Career Committee wanted to host a fair on campus in which the whole school would participate. The event held today included representatives from nearly 40 local colleges and organizations, and nearly 100 speakers who provided career insights and advice.string;#09-Mar-2018

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