Encouraging The Department Of Education To Expand The Hawaiian Immersion Program.
Impact
Despite the rising interest in Hawaiian language immersion, the resources allocated to support these educational programs have been declining. This trend poses challenges to maintaining the quality and availability of the Hawaiian immersion education, as one of the pressing issues identified is the shortage of qualified teachers to instruct in the immersion program. The resolution seeks to address these disparities by prompting the Department of Education to consider factors such as funding availability while expanding these educational initiatives.
Summary
Senate Resolution 78 (SR78) aims to encourage the Department of Education in Hawaii to expand the Hawaiian Immersion Program known as Ka Papahana Kaiapuni. This program provides education in the Hawaiian language from kindergarten through twelfth grade, aiming to connect future generations with traditional Hawaiian knowledge and cultural practices. Over the past decade, demand for this type of education has shown significant growth, with an increase of approximately 1,400 students enrolling in these schools.
Contention
Notably, the resolution encourages collaboration between the Department of Education and the Office of Hawaiian Education to create pathways for future teachers. It emphasizes the need to analyze data pertaining to enrollment and educational requirements across various districts in order to effectively implement the proposed expansions. The resolution raises critical questions about how to balance resource allocation for expanding curricula with the need for quality teaching staff, reflecting ongoing discussions in Hawaii about preserving and promoting the Hawaiian language and culture.
Encouraging The Kawaihuelani Center For Hawaiian Language Of The University Of Hawaii At Manoa To Further Provide Learning Resources And Opportunities That Promote Hawaiian Language And Culture.
Encouraging The Kawaihuelani Center For Hawaiian Language Of The University Of Hawaii At Manoa To Further Provide Learning Resources And Opportunities That Promote Hawaiian Language And Culture.
Urging The Hawaii Tourism Authority And Department Of Transportation To Expand The Khea Airport Greetings Program To Display Keiki Art In All Neighbor Island Airports.
Encouraging The Hawaii State Department Of Education To Work With The Office Of Hawaiian Education To Create And Convene A Working Group To Establish A K-12 Hawaiian Immersion Campus In West Oahu.
Encouraging The Hawaii State Department Of Education To Work With The Office Of Hawaiian Education To Create And Convene A Working Group To Establish A K-12 Hawaiian Immersion Campus In West Oahu.
Requesting The Department Of Education To Convene A Shared Decision Making Committee To Develop An Action Plan To Establish A K-12 Kaiapuni School In Kapolei.
Requesting The Department Of Education To Convene A Shared Decision Making Committee To Develop An Action Plan To Establish A K-12 Kaiapuni School In Kapolei.