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Message from the Director - Robert Landau
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Aloha All,
We were thrilled with the recent opportunity to collaborate with Pacific Business News on their Private Schools Special Report, which was featured in the September 2 publication. One of the articles, titled "Constructive Improvements," focused on HAIS member schools that are currently undergoing capital improvements. Needless to say, there are some very exciting renovations happening, ranging from pool additions and playground installations, to brand new classrooms and 21st century learning environments.
A few HAIS Member schools that are renovating include:
Assets School,
Seabury Hall,
Hanahau'oli School,
Trinity Christian School,
Central Union Church Preschool and Kindergarten,
Hongwanji Mission School,
Mary, Star of the Sea Early Learning Center,
Saint Mark Lutheran School,
Our Savior Lutheran School,
Montessori Hale O Keiki,
Windward Nazarene ,
Honolulu Waldorf School,
Punahou School,
Saint Anthony School - Middle and High (Wailuku Maui),
Saint Louis,
Pacific Buddhist Academy,
Waolani Judd Nazarene School,
'Iolani School,
Chaminade University of Honolulu,
Doris Todd Christian Academy,
Holy Nativity School and
Kaimuki Christian School to name a few.
This is a very exciting time for the HAIS Member Schools that are renovating, expanding, and improving so that our keiki have better educational experiences. We look forward to seeing all of these projects completed.
Mahalo Nui,
Robert Landau
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HAIS Education Fair: September 24
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2016-17 Global Issues Network Kick-Off Event: September 27
Don't forget to register for the
2016-17 Global Issues Network (GIN) Kick-off Event! The registration deadline is Friday, September 16. This event will serve as an opportunity for students to connect and engage with community partners and organizations, as well as network with other GIN students. Students will have the opportunity to continue working on their issues, while preparing for the first ever Hawai'i GIN Conference, to be held in the spring of 2017.
This event is intended for educators and students who are currently involved with GIN and for those who are interested in learning about GIN and how to engage with GIN in their school.
Date: September 27, 2016
Time: 4:00 - 6:45 pm
Location: Pacific Buddhist Academy (@Temple Annex)
Event Highlights:
- OpTerra keynote presentation
- Family Promise keynote presentation
- 'Oleo Presentation
- Breakout Sessions for Educators and Students: Family Promise, Opterra, Sierra Club, Pacific Gateway, Robert Landau on Cambodia and Sanitation, 'Olelo for Educators
- Student Panel
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The Enrollment Management Association 6th Annual Workshop: September 27
 The Enrollment Management Association, formerly known as SSATB, will host its 6th annual workshop on September 27, from 9:00 am - 2:00 pm at Punahou School, President's Pavilion. While arriving with a new name, logo and tagline, the wonderfully supportive personnel remain the same. The workshop will focus on how the best science, research and training will help schools focus even more effectively on their sustainability, admissions, and retention policies. Admission Directors, school leaders and administrators should consider attending the workshop. This event is co-sponsored by HAIS and SSS by NAIS. Use the following registration link to reserve your spot today.
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Workshop Announcement! Teacher Leader Institute: December 2 & 3
 Back by popular demand! The Hawaii Association of Independent Schools is pleased to announce that we are once again collaborating with the Principals' Training Center (PTC). PTC was founded in 1989 to meet the professional development needs of leaders in schools around the world. Over 2500 educators have participated in PTC training programs.
The Hawaii Teacher Leader Institute (TLI) will be run by Bambi Betts, Director of PTC.
This is a 2-day institute designed to help Department Heads, Grade Level Leaders and Team Leaders understand both the complexity and importance of their roles and provide them with essential tools for effective leadership, including:
- Becoming a 'leader of learning'
- Exploring practices that provoke learning and build ownership on teams, departments, and committees
- Adapting tools for developing, implementing and monitoring curriculum at the department or grade level
- Practicing specific leadership strategies and models for focusing the work of a department or grade level team on student learning
Please go to the
HAIS Website for more information and to
register. Space is limited!
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Workshop Announcement! Professional Learning Community: January 20, Oahu & January 21, Maui
 The Hawai'i Association of Independent Schools is pleased to announce a Professional Learning Community (PLC) Workshop, which will take place on January 30 (Oahu) and January 31 (Maui). Professional Learning Communities represent the best organizing process for the 21st Century learner and it is through the PLC framework that, when successfully accomplished, students will reach the highest levels of learning.
The Hawai'i PLC will be run by Dr. Tim Stuart, Executive Director of Strategic Programs at Singapore American School. In this role, Dr. Stuart serves as the chief architect for research and development and supports strategic school reform.
During the PLC Workshop, participants will learn how to engage students in taking collective responsibility for their own learning by framing the 4 PLC questions around their own experiences:
1. What do I need to know and be able to do?
2. How will I know that I have learned it?
3. What will I do if I am not learning?
4. What will I do if I already know it?
By bringing students into the PLC conversations, schools can increase student agency, create relevant learning experiences, and offer authentic assessment opportunities for students to accelerate their own learning.
Please go to the
HAIS Website for more information and to register. Space is limited!
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2016 Schools of the Future: 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 Day to register for the SOTF Conference at the regular conference rate: Friday, September 16!
If you haven't done so already, be sure to register for the 2016 SOTF Conference! Although online registration will remain open until October 14, the last day to register at the regular conference rate is Friday, September 16!
Group Discounts are still available for gr
oups of 10 or more from the same organization. To receive a group discount code, please contact
Phil Bossert. To register for this year's conference, please visit the
conference website
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SOTF Education Week Events:
4th Annual EdCamp Honolulu
: Saturday, October 22
For a complete listing of all the SOTF Pre-Conferences and Education Week Events, including registration instructions, please take a look at the special Education Week Newsletter.
SOTF Hotel Reservations
The Ala Moana Hotel is offering attendees special SOTF Conference rates.
Online and phone reservations will be accepted until October 4.
Location
: Ala Moana Hotel -
410 Atkinson Dr.,
Honolulu, HI 96814
Use the following
link
to book, modify or cancel your hotel reservations at any time.
You may also contact the Ala Moana Hotel as follows:
Reservations Toll Free: (800) 367-6025.
Reservations Local Phone: (808) 955-481.
Featured Speaker Announcement: Laura McBain
 Laura McBain is the Director
of External Relations and the
Director of Education Leadership
Academy at High Tech High (HTH), in
San Diego. Laura was a founding
teacher of High Tech Middle. She was also
the principal of two HTH sites
and has worked in comprehensive
schools prior to her work at
HTH. As the Director of External
Relations, Laura conducts the
HTH GSE Residencies, Institutes
and off-campus workshops. She
also works closely with external
schools and districts to develop
school reform initiatives centering
around 21st century learning,
charter school development and professional development. As the Director of Education Leadership Academy, Laura works with teams of educators looking to transform their schools through the use of change leadership, deeper learning practices and equity structures. She has a B.A. in English and minors in Political Science and Spanish from Miami University and an Ed.M. in Education Policy and Management from the Harvard Graduate School of Education.
SOTF Student Presentation Opportunity
There are a limited number of spaces left for Student Presentations of Learning (PoL) at the Schools of the Future Conference, which will take place on November 3 - 4, at the Hawaii Convention Center. PoL participation is a wonderful opportunity for students and teachers to showcase their work. A table will be provided for up to 4 students and a teacher to demonstrate what they are learning in project-based learning (PBL) classes. If you are interested in submitting a PoL proposal, please contact
Megan Polak
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Schools of the Future Education Week Events:
To download a printable copy of the SOTF Conference flyer, please click here. For more information of the conference speakers and other highlights, please visit the HAIS SOTF webpage.
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.
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2017 Leading Schools of the Future: April 6-8
Join heads of school, trustees, development directors, business and HR managers, communication directors, admissions directors, facilities directors, 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 school leadership teams.
LSOTF Registration
Registration for the first annual Leading Schools of the Future Conference is open!
For more information, ticket prices and registration dates, please visit the LSOTF registration page.
Team Discounts Available
Discounts are available for teams of 3 or more people from the same school or organization. Be sure to take advantage of the
lowest
conference fees available, during the regular registration period. To receive a Team Discount code, please contact Megan Polak.
LSOTF Pre-Conferences: April 6
We are pleased to announce the 2 Pre-Conferences at the Leading Schools of the Future.
- NAIS - The National Association of Independent Schools will be offering a full day pre-conference workshop! Taught by Jefferson Burnett and two colleagues from NAIS (NAIS Innovation Team) this pre-conference event will not disappoint. Please visit the LSOTF Registration Page to register for the NAIS Pre-conference.
- NBOA - The National Business Officers Association (NBOA) will be offering the latest and most relevant information about roles within the independent school business office. The program will focus on providing solutions to pressing issues within independent schools today and offers National resources delivered in a local setting, giving you the chance to connect with all that NBOA has to offer in a single day. Taught by a diverse group of national thought leaders, and featuring a broad range of business office topics that will benefit nearly every member of your school's administration and staff. To register for the NBOA Pre-Conference, please visit the NBOA website. With questions, please contact Jennifer Fallon or call 202-407-7145.
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For Students, Parents and Educators
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Youth & Government Enrollment: October 1
 Youth & Government in Hawaii is a significant and unique program. They will be celebrating their 66th session this year, meaning yes, the program has existed longer than Hawaii has been a state. Hundreds have benefited from the dialogue and friendships that one can only get from an experience in Youth & Government and we welcome you to that experience. As a legislator or journalist, you will walk away with a new level of leadership.
It was said best by one of our first year students, "At first, I only joined Youth & Government to meet girls. I didn't know how serious it was, but man, when I started to take it serious, I felt like the real deal. This program made me realize how much I can do to help the world." For more information please view the informational packet.
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23rd Annual Hawai'i Children & Youth Day: October 2
 Hawai'i's 23rd Annual Children and Youth Month will kick-off with Children and Youth Day on Sunday, October 2, from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, at the State Capitol and Surrounding Capital District. This event is free and will host over 300 interactive, educational, fun activities for infants, toddlers, children, youth and the entire family. There will also be free parking at several locations. For more information on this event please visit
www.HawaiiCYD.org. Be sure to visit the HAIS booth!
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LifeSmarts Hawai'i - Registration Open
Learn it! Live it! LifeSmarts is a free, national educational program that teaches students critical life skills in five key areas: Personal Finance, Consumer Rights & Responsibilities, Health & Safety, the Environment, and Technology through online quizzes and in-person competitions.
- Teams must consist of 1 adult coach/teacher and at least 4 students
- The online portion of the competition is open from October 24 - December 2, 2016.
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"Inspired in Hawai'i" Essay, Poster & Video Contest - November 4
The 7th Annual "Inspired in Hawai'i" essay, poster, and video contest encourages students to "dream big and make Hawai'i a better place." This year's contest features new categories and $20,000 in cash awards for winning students and their teachers. Grades K-12 are eligible to enter and the deadline to enter is November 4, 2016.
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Free Coffee for Teachers at McDonald's: September
 McDonald's of Hawai'i would like to say mahalo to teachers for their hard work and dedication, by offering a Teacher Appreciation month.
Every Tuesday during September, teachers can receive a free medium cup of hot coffee or an iced Royal Kona McCafe at any McDonald's restaurant, in Hawaii.
No purchase is necessary, simply show a valid
school ID to receive a free coffee.
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The English-Speaking Union National Shakespeare Competition
 The Education Department of The English-Speaking Union of the United States would like to invite all schools to celebrate Shakespeare by participating in the ESU National Shakespeare Competition. In this program, high school students nationwide read, analyze, perform and recite Shakespearean monologues and sonnets in as many as three qualifying stages: school, community (ESU Branch) and national levels. Learn more about this free, educational program
online or by reading the
memo to teachers.
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Honolulu Theatre Education Presents - MatheMagic: September
Honolulu Theatre Education Presents Bradley Fields, in this September's performance of MatheMagic. Bradley Fields is an internationally acclaimed magician and educator who captivates students with his famous magic illusions, and turns them on to the history, the power and the beauty of the language of Math.
MatheMagic is a
performance
that uses math and problem-solving skills through visuals, history, language and world-class entertainment.
Bradley Fields will perform three Student Matinee shows, at the Hawaii Theatre. Student Matinee tickets are $5, and with every 20 students a teacher gets in for free. Please call the HTC Box Office at 791-1310 for group reservations.
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Most Likely to Succeed Screening: September 15
The Public Schools of Hawai'i Foundation, Rep. Roy Takumi and @MLTSinHawaii will be screening Ted Dintersmith's Sundance Award winning film
Most Likely to Succeed, on Thursday, September 15 at 6:00 pm, at the Capitol Basement auditorium. Metered parking is available. A short, small group discussion will follow the film.
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Peace Day Hawai'i 2016: September 21, 24 & 25
- Sept. 21 - "Why World Peace is Possible," at UH Manoa from 7:00 - 8:00 pm
- Sept. 24 - at UH CTAHR Urban Garden Center, Pearl City
- "Finding Light in Darkness," from 11:00-11:45 am
- "Waging Peace," from 12:15-12:30 pm
- "Mindfullness in School" Forum, from 10:00 - 10:45 am
- Sept. 25 - "Peace Leadership Workshop" at UH College of Education Collaboration Center, Wist Hall 134 from 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
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Courage to Lead retreat: October 14-16
Whether you are in a formal leadership position or struggling to "lead from the middle" you may find yourself in need of renewal. The
Courage to Lead retreat will help you renew, reconnect, engage, learn, discover and develop both personally and professionally. The deadline to register for the October 14-16 Courage to Lead retreat is September 16. The retreat will start on 4:00 pm Friday, October 14 and will conclude on Sunday October 16, at 1:00 pm.
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Muslim Journeys: History & Cultural Traditions of Islam:
October 15
J
oin historians and subject-matter experts for a one-day workshop on the history and cultural traditions of Islam. Subject-matter experts will be leading open discussions and break-out sessions on various topics, including Muhammad and the birth of Islam, history of the modern Middle East, and case studies in Muslim culture, art and literature. There will also be a Project-Based Learning session based on the National History Day (NHD) model of student learning in relation to the 2017 NHD theme,
"
Taking a Stand in History.
"
This workshop is open to middle and high school teachers. Travel stipends for neighbor island teachers are available on a first-come, first-served basis. View the flyer for more information and use the following link to register.
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Hawai'i Construction Career Days: October 27 & 28
The 10th Anniversary of Hawaii Construction Career Days, an event that provides Hawaii's youth with an insight into the multi-faceted construction industry, will be on October 27 and 28 from 8:30 am to 1:00 pm, at the Aloha Stadium.
Students interested in a career in architecture and engineering will find the event particularly relevant. Many architectural and engineering companies will participate as exhibitors and sponsors, at the event. In addition, the School of Architecture and College of Engineering from UH Manoa will be on hand to provide information about careers in construction that require a four-year degree. If you are interested in applying, please fill out the registration form.
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EdTechTeam Boot Camp and Google Apps Certification
EdTechTeam's Certification Bootcamps help educators gain the knowledge and understanding of how to use Google tools in the classroom, while preparing them to successfully gain Google Apps certification. EdTechTeam sends the best trainers in the world to help teachers not just learn about the tools, but discover new educational possibilities for their students and for themselves.
Both Bootcamps will be held at Mid-Pacific Institute and registration includes a voucher for the exam.
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2017 Aloha Bowl: February 18
On Saturday, February 18, 2017 the Hawaii regional competition for the
National Ocean Sciences Bowl (NOSB), known as the "Aloha Bowl," will be held at the University of Hawaii - Manoa campus. NOSB is a nationally recognized high school academic competition that provides a forum for students to test their knowledge of the marine sciences including biology, chemistry, physics, and geology, as well as marine policy.
During the competition, high school students from around the state will test their knowledge of scientific and technical disciplines through quick answer buzzer questions and more complex team challenge questions. The winning team from each of the regional competitions will be awarded transportation and room and board to
participate
in the NOSB Finals competition, which will be held in April of 2017.
For question or for more information please
contact
Cindy Knapman
, University of Hawaii Sea Grant College Program Communications Leader, at 956-7410.
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School and Other Upcoming Events
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September
February
April
Ongoing
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For more information about these events, click the links above to see the previous e-news issue with the original articles.
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