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Message from the Director - Robert Landau
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HAIS Educator of the Future Award - Recognition Award for Educators
We would like to congratulate the following teachers on receiving the 1st Annual HAIS Educator of the Future Award:
Matt Piercy (Hawai'i Preparatory Academy)
Matt is an exceptional educator and person. Passionate about teaching, his classes foster and challenge students to think globally and act on their sense of social responsibility. Matt is an individual who is never complacent about teaching and learning. He adapts easily and enthusiastically to project-based learning and maximizing technology, not only for learning, but for communicating effectively with others. Matt is not afraid to bring difficult conversations and appropriate advocacy approaches to his students' experiences.
Branden Hazlet (Maui Preparatory Academy)
Branden Hazlet is the technology teacher for grades kindergarten through 12 and is the primary force behind the development of our school's "maker space," where he has had students building such things as a hovercraft (4th grade) and trikes in the upper school. He launched the middle school robotics team that, in its very first year, qualified to participate in the Worlds competition in Kentucky. In the Upper School, Branden is also taking the lead on Maui Prep's "concentrations program," where students have an opportunity to drill deeper in STEM disciplines, in business and economics, and in the arts and humanities. I
t is in his teaching and coaching of students where his impact as an educator is felt most profoundly.
Van Nicholas Velasco (Pacific Buddhist Academy)
Van Nicholas Velasco has worked with juniors in the PBA Peace Core class "Radical Movements" through a student-directed pedagogical inquiry to analyze and modify the school's carbon footprint. The student inquiry has led to student initiatives in vegan diets, community waste collection and analysis, "zero waste" days, water preservation and aquaponics systems, recycling systems and infrastructure, and ongoing experiments in composting. The energy from the student work is palpable.
Dr. Mark Hines (Mid Pacific Institute)
Dr. Mark is serving as the first director of educational technology at Mid-Pacific, designing and teaching in the ground-breaking "MPx" program, leading public and private school professionals in our summer workshop on PBL called "Kupu Hou Academy," helping to found the "Deeper Learning Network of Hawaii," helping to create HISTE, serving as one of the original framers and visionaries behind the "Schools of the Future" grant process at HAIS, serving on the inaugural board of SEEQs School and coaching our competitive paddling club for over two decades. Dr. Mark is a bright light for us all to follow in the Hawaii Independent School Community.
All of these educators have extraordinary leadership, creativity, positivity, optimism
, and innovative initiatives. Matt, Branden, Van Nicholas, and Mark are truly educational leaders, not only in their schools but across the State of Hawai'i. Mahalo nui loa to the four of you for all of your hard work!
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HAIS e-news Summer Schedule
During the summer months e-news will be distributed once a month, on the 3rd Thursday of June, July & August:
- June 16
- July 21
- August 18
To submit an e-news article, please click here.
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Announcing the HAIS Schools Re-Use Program
 The Hawai'i Association of Independent Schools is offering a new program called HAIS Schools Re-Use. This program will allow HAIS Full Member schools to post items that they would like to donate to other schools (ex: ipads, computers, office furniture etc). Any HAIS Member school can then complete an inquiry form, which will go directly to the listing school. For complete details about this program and for information on listing an item,
please visit the HAIS webpage.
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Private School Guide Participation and Rates: June 6
The annual Private School Guide is published by HONOLULU Magazine and is included in the August issue, with the stand alone magazines distributed throughout the year. This year, the editorial focus will be on the increase of schools transitioning away from traditional teaching styles to focus on 21st-century modes of learning.
The affordable rates from 2015 will be offered again, with no increases. For more information about advertising in the Private School Guide, please refer to the
advertising information flyers. The deadline to reserve space is June 6. If you have any questions, please contact
Donna Kodama-Yee, advertising director.
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HAIS Vision Award
Recipients
In last week's edition of the HAIS e-news, we announced 4 students who received the HAIS Vision Award. Since then, 2 additional students have received the award. HAIS would like to congratulate the following students on also receiving the HAIS Vision Award:
Jasmine Kim (Saint Francis School)
Jasmine Kim, an honors student, is involved in nearly all school activities. She volunteers on the school's recruitment team; participates in student government; plays in the school band; plays piano for school liturgies; and is one of the school videographers, documenting school life. Additionally, she plays piano for her church and is involved in the children's day care. She demonstrates care and compassion in dealing with her peers and others. Her leadership is demonstrated by her involvement in her school activities. She respects and honors peers and adults alike, accepting diversity with grace. She actively displays principles and ideals that translate integrity to action.
Jasmine Chow (Maryknoll School)
Jasmine Chow is an active member of the National Honor Society as well as the Key Club and has spear headed various events that support her fellow students along with others in the community. Jasmine displayed leadership through the planning and organization of the Winter Ball Blitz, in 2015, and helped with Prom 2015 and served as co-prom chair for Prom 2016. Jasmine demonstrated leadership and service when she planned and organized the canned food drive for Catholic Schools Week, collecting over 400 cans. Jasmine consistently participates in various school and community service projects, through the National Honor Society.
(Pictured: Jasmine Kim and Robert Landau)
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2017 Hawai'i Regional Science Bowl (HSB): January 28
The Hawai'i Regional Science Bowl timeline for the January 2017 event has been released. Please
click here for important dates and information about the upcoming annual event.
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HAIS Summer Internship Opportunity
The Hawai'i Association of Independent Schools offers students an excellent way to gain real world experience in a challenging and fun work environment. An internship at HAIS is ideal for applicants pursuing a degree in Business, Communications, or other related fields. Please
click here
for the full job description. To apply for the internship opportunity, please send your resume and cover letter to
Megan Polak
, Assistant Director of Programs and Communication.
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2016 Schools of the Future Updates: October 20 & 21
The Eighth Annual Schools of the Future Conference will convene on October 20 & 21, at the Hawaii Convention Center. Join teachers and administrators from Hawai'i's public, private, charter and parochial schools as they focus on how to best transform our existing schools and create new learning environments for the 21st Century.
Last Month for Early Bird Registrations!
Early Bird Registration will remain open until June 30, for this year's conference. For more information and to register visit www.sotfconf.org. A discount is available for groups of 10 or more - please email Phil Bossert for the code. Be sure to take advantage of the lowest conference rates available!
To download a printable copy of the SOTF Conference flyer, please click here.
This collaborative event is presented by the Hawaii Association of Independent Schools, the Hawaii State Department of Education and the Hawaii Community Foundation in partnership with Hawaii Society for Technology in Education and the Pillars of Peace Fund of the Hawaii Community Foundation, to highlight the best practices that are taking place in our learning environments today and for the future.
2017 Leading Schools of the Future: Reconstructing This Place We Call School - April 6-8
The first annual
Leading Schools of the Future (LSOTF) Conference will take place April 6-8, 2017 at the Ala Moana Hotel. Join heads of school, trustees, development directors, business and HR managers, communication directors, admissions directors, facilities managers, athletic directors, and other school leadership, as we "reconstruct this place we call school." The program promises to not disappoint, featuring aspects of both traditional conferences as well as customized components, designed specifically to meet the needs of our schools.
Keynote Speaker
We are pleased to announce that Yong Zhao will be a keynote speaker at the LSOTF Conference. Zhao currently serves as the Presidential Chair and Director of the Institute for Global and Online Education in the College of Education, University of Oregon, where he is also a Professor in the Department of Educational Measurement, Policy, and Leadership. He is also a professorial fellow at the Mitchell Institute for Health and Education Policy, Victoria University in Australia, and most recently joined the
University of Kansas as its newest Foundation Distinguished Professor. Zhao is known for his research and publications on a number of topics, but especially for his work in five key areas:
- Creativity and entrepreneurship education
- Globalization and education
- China and Chinese-language learning
- Technology in education and schooling
- Education reforms around the world.
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For Students, Parents and Educators
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Sew a Lei for Memorial Day: May 27
The City & County of Honolulu, Department of Parks and Recreation is asking the people on Oahu to help make lei for the 40,000 graves of men and women whose service to our country will always be remembered. Fresh flower lei that are 22" in length can be dropped off at any City and County Fire Station on Friday May 27 from 8:00am-6pm. Please do not leave any lei if they are out of the station just return at a later time to deliver the lei.
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Screening of "Miss Representation": May 28
St. Andrew's Schools is offering a free screening of Miss Representation followed by a panel-led audience discussion, on May 28 at 4:00 pm, at Tenney Theatre.
Miss Representation explores how mainstream media contributes to the under-representation of women in influential positions, by circulating limited and often disparaging portrayals of women. Katie Couric, Rachel Maddow, Condoleeza Rice, Gloria Steinem, and others are featured in the film and discuss sexism in American society and the media. Fore more information please click here.
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Call for Nominations of Outstanding Youth: June 3
The Association of Fundraising Professionals Aloha Chapter (AFP) is accepting nominations for their annual Outstanding Youth Awards. The AFP is looking for students who have made an impact on their
community. For more information on the various nominations please click here. To submit an nomination please click here.
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North Shore Ocean Fest: June 4
"Celebrating the Treasures and Knowledge of the Ocean," is the theme for the 5th annual North Shore Ocean Fest. This free community event, which honors Worlds Ocean Day, will be held Saturday, June 4 from 11am to 4pm at Turtle Bay Resort. Ocean Fest features guided hikes, water activities, 40 educational booths, films, featured speakers, live music and hula entertainment. The schedule includes some new offerings: "Honu by the Sea"- a theatrical production created for children- guided hikes, snorkeling, SUP and water safety instruction, art instruction by local artists and more. For more infomration please
click here.
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Imaging Worlds, Fictional & Real: June 8, Maui & June 9 -11, Oahu
 The 18th Biennial Conference on Literature and Hawai'i's Children is coming to Maui on June 8 and Oahu on June 9-11. This year's theme is "Imaging Worlds, Fictional & Real" and is open to parents, teachers, librarians, writers, illustrators, and
anyone interested in children's literature. There will also be teen tracks and free crafts and activities for children and families. For more information please click here.
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STEM College Scholarships: Deadline June 30
The Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association (AFCEA) Educational Foundation will be awarding over $30,000 in STEM college scholarships, in 2016. Scholarships are available for undergraduate and post graduate STEM studies. To apply please
click here.
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IUCN World Conservation Congress Hawai'i Youth Challenge
 The IUCN Congress Students' Day Hawaiʻi Youth Challenge 2020 will offer a dynamic opportunity for Hawaiʻi Middle and High Schools Statewide to participate in the IUCN Congress and influence the future of our islands.
Hawai'i Middle and High Schools are encouraged to bring at least 1 team, consisting of 3 students and 1 teacher.
Students and teachers will:
- Learn from international professionals about real conservation challenges facing the Hawaiian Islands and the world
- Apply scientific principles to design, evaluate, and refine frameworks to develop environmentally-conscious decisions for Hawaiʻi schools and communities.
- Brainstorm and collaborate with peers from around the state to develop long-term conservation projects for schools.
Click here
to sign up and to receive more information.
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Save the Date - Hawai'i Association of Middle Schools Annual Conference: February 3
The Hawaii Association of Middle Schools (HAMS) will be holding its annual conference on Friday, February 3 at Kailua Intermediate School. The keynote speakers will be Dru Tomlin, Director of Middle Level Services at Association for Middle Level Education, and Rick Smith or Grace Dearborn who will be presenting Rebels with Applause and Conscious Classroom Management. Stay tuned for more information.
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For a complete listing of all professional development opportunities being offered by HAIS member schools and organizations, please visit the HAIS website, under Resources for Educators. We will continually update the website, as other PD opportunities become available.
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ARTS FIRST Institute 2016: June 2-4
The Hawai'i Arts Alliance is hosting an institute for K-5 classroom teachers.
Presenters Jamie Simpson Steele, PhD and Abbey Day will introduce open-ended questioning, structures for discussion, drama and visual arts strategies so that participants become more adept and confident visual readers and artful thinkers.
This event will take place at the Hawai'i State Art Museum from 8:30 am - 3:30 pm, June 2-4, and the cost to attend is $150.
For more information on this event please
click here
and for registration information please
click here
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 KS UNconference is being offered by Kamehameha Schools and is a free, participant-driven professional development event where the attendees set the schedule and lead the sessions. The KS UNconference will be an event full of discussions, demonstrations, and lots of hands-on learning, all of which take the shape of conversations - not presentations. The KS UNconference will take place on June 6 from 12:00 - 4:30 pm. For more information and to register please
click here
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KS Education Technology Conference: June 7-8
 Registration is now open for this year's Kamehameha Schools (KS) Education Technology Conference with a theme of E 'Apo Aku I Nā Mea Hou "To embrace new things." For more information on the conference keynotes and strands of focus please click here and to register for the conference click here.
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Huaka'i o Kamananui, Aloha Aina Monalua: June 11
Moanalua Gardens Foundation (MGF) and DLNR's Division of Forestry and Wildlife are offering a free workshop for fourth grade teachers. This workshop is called Huaka`i o Kamananui, Aloha Aina Moanalua and is about place-based environmental education curriculum. This workshop will be held on Saturday, June 11, from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm, at the Moanalua Elementary Schoo
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Cafeteria and will include a teacher's guide, lesson plans, student activity sheets, rubrics, CDs, a DVD and other resources. To register please contact Pauline Worsham.
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Human Rights Academy: July 11-15
The Pacific and Asian Affairs Council (PAAC) is hosting their 17th Annual Human Rights Academy.
The week long seminar strives for social justice in the development of a sustainable society in Hawai'i. This year's theme is the UN Global Goals for Sustainable Development. The philosophy of the training program is dedicated to the promotion of human rights principles and a culture of peace through education and personal empowerment. The course advocates the use of public law instruments in implementing civil, political, economic, peace, cultural, collective and solidarity rights. The seminar will held from 9: 00 am - 2: 00 pm at the University of Hawai'i and costs $25. To register to apply, please click here. For more information, please click here.
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Virtual Reality Workshop: May, June, July
The Virtual Reality Workshop will introduce educators to Google Cardboard and educational Virtual Reality Apps. The first part of the workshop will focus on how to take students on journeys using Google Expeditions, Google Street View and 360 video on YouTube. During the second portion of the workshop participants will create their own Virtual Reality content and lessons, as well as provide an introduction to iOS and Android apps that can create 360 pictures and videos.
The half day workshops will run at 7:30 am and 11:30 am at the University of Hawaii-Manoa Campus Center on the following days:
- May 31
- June 13
- June 20
- July 12
The registration fee is $90 (includes 5 Google Cardboard viewers to use in your classroom- $75 value).
To register please
click here.
To view the event flyer please click here.
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Echos and Reflection: August 27
The Hawai'i Council for the Humanities (HCH) is partnering with local and national organizations to sponsor a one-day workshop for intermediate and high school teachers called "Echoes and Reflections: Leaders in Holocaust Education." This workshop is free and open to teachers from public, private and charter schools throughout the state. HCH is contributing inter-island travel stipends for Neighbor Island teachers. Contact HCH history day coordinator Lisa Yamaki to register, arrange inter-island travel, or with any questions. See flyer for additional information.
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UH Manoa Hawai'i High School Counselors Workshop: Sept 9
The UH Manoa Office of Admissions is hosting their annual High School Counselors Workshop for Hawai'i high school counselors who work with Juniors and Seniors. This is a free event intended to inform local counselors about the latest at UH Manoa. Complimentary airfare is available to 1 neighbor island counselor per school. For more information please
click here.
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School and Other Upcoming Events
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