What is the Office of Hawaiian Education (OHE)? In February 2015, the Office of Hawaiian Education (OHE) was established under the Office of the Superintendent in the Hawaiʻi Department of Education (HIDOE) to support Hawaiian Studies and Ka Papahana Kaiapuni (Hawaiian language immersion). Additionally, OHE has been charged with overseeing the systemwide implementation of HĀ. Learn more about OHE and all of the work here. What is HĀ? HĀ is a system-wide framework including six outcomes – Belonging, Responsibility, Excellence, Aloha, Total well-being and Hawaiʻi (“BREATH”) – to be strengthened in ourselves, our students and our communities. The outcomes are firmly rooted in Hawaiʻi and honor the qualities and values of the indigenous language and culture of our island home while also being inclusive of universal values that speak to all cultures. Educating students in an environment of HĀ will add value to and strengthen each and every person who engages over the course of their continuous learning journey. HIDOE educators, staff, and systems should be models of behaviors, approaches and processes that direct students to what these outcomes might look like in practice.
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Will there be support for HIDOE teachers to attend the Summit? OHE will provide funds for a substitute teacher for April 3, 2020. Also, OHE will provide air, ground transportation, and lodging accommodations for up to 175 off-island HIDOE teachers/partners. Please CLICK HERE for more information about neighbor island participants.
What additional paperwork is required in order to participate in the Summit? Once registered, public and charter school employees must receive written permission from a supervisor (if applicable). OHE will reach out to said supervisors to confirm the permission. All adult participants (public/charter/outside organization) must complete the DOE Media Waiver (Form AP/VR), which will be given upon registration confirmation. Registration is not finalized until these forms are submitted.
What are options for students under 18 to participate in the Summit? Students under 18 must receive permission from their parent/legal guardian by completing the Parent/Legal Guardian Authorization for Student Participation and Travel Form (Form SA-1) and the Student Publication/Audio/Video Release Form (Form SP/VR). All student participants must be accompanied by an adult chaperone. Once registration is complete, the form will be emailed to the student and their parent/legal guardian to complete by February 14, 2020. Students must also receive permission from appropriate school staff to be off-campus on April 3, 2020. Students will then participate in all HĀ Summit activities as a regular participant.
How do I prepare for the Summit? ‘A‘ohe ‘ulu e loa‘a i ka pōkole o ka lou (There is no success without preparation). In order to make the most of the summit, please review the details included on the website and get familiar with the HĀ framework and the Moʻolelo of HĀ. Check out the Agenda to make sure that you are able to participate in all activities.
What do I bring to the event? Most importantly, come with an open mind and flexible attitude. While there is a planned agenda, we will go with the flow as needed particularly for the huakaʻi, which are weather dependent. Be ready to contribute to creating a wonderful day!
Food:On April 3rd, we will provide breakfast from 8 - 9 am at UHMC and lunch at your huakaʻi sites. Breakfast will be served from 7:45 - 8:30am on April 4 and lunch from 11:30am - 12:15 pm at UHMC. Please bring any extra snacks you will need for the day.
Clothes: On April 3rd, you should wear clothes to get dirty in that are comfortable and breathable such as t-shirts and board shorts (swimsuit optional) for the huakaʻi. Also bring a change of clothing, towel, hat, sun glasses, sunscreen and bug repellant that are environmentally friendly, slippers and shoes that are comfortable to walk in and can get muddy and wet such as tabis or old athletic shoes. In case of wet or cool weather, a rain jacket and/or long sleeve clothing options also recommended. For April 4, dress is casual.
Protocol for huakaʻi on April 3rd: Each site has a different protocol related to that place and experience so be ready to follow the lead of the kiaʻi or alakaʻi of the place. If you feel it is appropriate for you, you may choose to bring a makana (gift), an oli (chant), or mele (song) to share with the kiaʻi (caretakers)/alakaʻi (lead guide) and the ʻāina of your huakaʻi site. Most importantly, bring an open mind, curiosity and aloha.
What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event? There is ample parking at UHMC for Maui residents. For neighbor island participants, group ground transportation will be provided. Please review the neighbor island info for more information.
How do I register? Registration is open January 13th until February 5, 2020. Click here to register. Registration is on a first come, first served basis so please register early to secure your slot! We request that each school/organization/office limit their registrants to no more than four (4).