Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2024
Plans For Hawaii’s First Public Teacher Housing Complex Face Backlash
The project would create over 100 units of affordable housing on Mililani High School’s campus, but some teachers and families are calling for more community input.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
Hawaii DOE Is Attempting To Rein In Bad Parent Behavior. Will It Work?
Schools will be required to post rules for campus visitors, but some teachers say the Department of Education needs to develop more internal procedures to keep workers safe.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2024
Data Shows A Dramatic Difference In Test Scores Between Hawaii Schools
Statewide numbers suggest student test scores have flatlined in Hawaii in recent years, but results for individual schools show significant changes.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2024
Panic Buttons For Schools? Hawaii Has A New System To Deal With Violence
The $7 million mobile security system also can be used by top state officials and lawmakers.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
Board Of Education Restores Cuts For School Learning Centers
After strong public opposition the proposed budget cuts, DOE will continue to request state funding to support school learning centers.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2024
Kids May Lose After-School Options Under Hawaii’s DOE Budget Cuts
The $2.3 billion budget, which will be presented to the Board of Education on Thursday, would eliminate funding for school learning centers statewide.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2024
Job Cuts Could ‘Permanently Impact’ Hawaii’s Struggling Libraries
Maintaining regular branch hours and keeping patrons safe is already a challenge for stretched-thin library workers.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2023
Most Hawaii Schools Have Gardens — But Few Kids Can Eat What They Grow
A state program that helped schools meet food safety standards ended during the pandemic and it can be daunting for campuses to tackle the requirements on their own.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2019
Settlements Recommended For Honolulu Liquor Commission And Police Lawsuits
The City Council still needs to approve the $670,000 settlement over a lawsuit against the liquor commission and $150,000 for the family of a girl who was arrested.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2024
After-School Clubs Are Helping Kids Steer Clear Of Violence In West Oahu
Sports and extracurricular activities can help kids build a sense of community pride — and show them a better life is possible.