The Promise of Universal Access to Pre-K. Ready Keiki is a statewide public-private effort to expand access to preschool for all 3 and 4 year olds.
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Our 3rd Annual Capitol Food Drive Fest is off to a great start! 🥫 Mahalo to everyone who stopped by to support @hawaiifoodbank and this year’s State Employees’ Food Drive.
We’ll be back again tomorrow — join us on April 17 at 10:30 AM on the 5th floor lanai for more ʻono eats, sweet treats, and snacks! 😊
Monetary and non-perishable food donations are welcome — every $10 helps provide 20 meals to our ʻohana in need. If you or someone you know is facing food insecurity, resources are available at hawaiifoodbank.org/help.
Broadband relies on three key pillars: infrastructure, devices, and know-how.
I sat down with the Pacific Telecommunication Council (PTC) to talk about our state’s #ConnectKakou initiative, which aims to make high-speed, affordable internet available statewide. Together, we can bridge the digital divide and foster inclusivity and connectivity for all.
E Hana No Nā Keiki” means “Work for the children,” — and this Week of the Young Child, I’m reminded how deeply meaningful that work is.
Our keiki are the heart of Hawaiʻi’s future. That’s why we’re committed to expanding access to quality early learning so that every child has the foundation they need to thrive.
#ReadyKeiki #hawaiipreschool #hawaiiprek #hawaiikeiki #keikifirst #weekoftheyoungchild
This Friday is Art at the Capitol! 🎨🖌️ Here’s a preview of some of my favorite pieces of artwork displayed in my office and what they mean to me.
Be sure to join us on Friday, April 11, from 4 to 7:30 p.m. to see the beautiful art throughout the State Capitol, and don’t forget to visit the fifth floor to see these pieces in person!
This weekend, Momo and I stopped by Paws for Prevention hosted by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (@afsphawaii) 🐾
Suicide prevention and mental health awareness are so important — and our pets can make a world of difference in our lives. Mahalo to the many volunteers and organizers for raising awareness about emotional support and service animals!
Remembering Representative Gene Ward — a dedicated public servant, colleague, and friend. His love for Hawai‘i and commitment to public service will never be forgotten. Sending all my love and aloha to his ‘ohana.
Join us for the 3rd Annual Capitol Food Drive Fest in support of @hawaiifoodbank! We’ll have ‘ono eats, treats, and snacks on April 16-17 from 10:30 AM to 2:00 PM at our 5th floor lanai to support this year’s State Employees Food Drive.
Monetary and non-perishable food donations for the Hawaiʻi Foodbank are welcomed 😊🥫
For those facing food insecurity, resources and assistance are available at hawaiifoodbank.org/help.
It’s April Fool’s Day and my staff made this blooper reel of me 😂 Making lots of video messages means lots of hiccups and do-overs— hope you get a laugh out of this like I did. A good reminder not to take ourselves too seriously!
Celebrating 70 years of knowledge, community, and aloha at Kapa‘a Public Library 📚👏
I had the pleasure of speaking with Caroline, a dedicated volunteer and longtime Kapa‘a resident. For her and so many others, Kapa‘a Library has been a pillar of learning and connection for generations. Mahalo to the incredible staff and volunteers for your dedication and hard work.
That’s a wrap on our 2nd Annual Hawaiʻi-USDA Policy Summit—a productive and engaging series of meetings with our federal agriculture partners.
During our visit, we met with U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins (@secrollins) —and our Hawaiʻi delegation was proud to be the first state delegation to visit the USDA.
Throughout the summit, we explored the unique challenges and opportunities facing Hawaiʻi’s agricultural sector, from regulatory barriers for farmers to biosecurity and local food production.
Mahalo to @usdagov for being a steadfast partner in ensuring that Hawaiʻi’s farmers, ranchers, and producers have the resources they need to thrive and continue supporting our communities.
Hawaiʻi’s agriculture sector is a critical part of our communities and economy. Together with our state’s leaders in farming, ranching, and commerce — we’re in D.C. to meet with @usdagov and discuss Hawaiʻi’s most pressing agriculture needs.
With a continuous push and pull at the federal level, we’re watching closely how our local nonprofits and many support services are being impacted.
Happy Women’s History Month! ✨ While I’m honored to serve as Hawai‘i’s 16th Lieutenant Governor, I’m only the third woman to hold this position. This month, I’m recognizing the two trailblazing women who paved the way before me—the late Jean King and U.S. Senator Mazie Hirono.
Their incredible legacies as lieutenant governors have not only opened doors for women in politics but have also created a better Hawai‘i for all. Let’s continue building on their foundation and empowering the next generation of women leaders.
#WomensHistoryMonth
All smiles in Wahiawā this morning as we visited Kaʻala Elementary School’s newest #ReadyKeiki public pre-K classroom! ☀️
This classroom received significant interest from the community and is fully enrolled with 20 excited keiki. Mahalo to Principal Nakamoto, the teachers and staff, @eoel_hawaii, @senatordonovandelacruz, and @repperruso for helping to make this classroom possible.
Learn more about free, public pre-K at readykeiki.org.
Always excited to celebrate the hard work and progress of our counties.
Mahalo nui to Mayor Bissen of Maui County for all that you do and congratulations on delivering your third State of the County address.
Mahalo nui to our tourism partners and community groups for showcasing our state’s unique visitor industry and Made in Hawaiʻi products at this year’s Tourism Day! 🍍🌼
Congrats to @campbell_hawaii and @senfevella on the groundbreaking of Campbell High School’s athletic complex facilities! 👏
Very happy for the ʻEwa community for this exciting, upcoming addition for our students. 🧡🖤
Over the weekend, I joined @hawaiifoodbank and @hawaiiathletics to kickoff the State and City Employees Food Drive. With the support of the UH fans and community, we raised over 2,900 meals!🥫🍴
Anyone can support the Hawaiʻi Foodbank by donating online, and employee contributions will be counted toward their department’s overall total. Donations can be made at hawaiifoodbank.org/state. We’re also accepting non-perishable food donations in person at the Lt. Governor’s office in the state Capitol.
April 30 is the last day to submit priority applications for the state’s preschool and child care tuition subsidy, Preschool Open Doors.
In the first week alone, over 400 applications were received! There’s still time and stipends to be awarded, so be sure to get in your applications for your keiki. For more information, visit patchhawaii.org.
Today is Day 1 of #AkamaiArrival — our pilot program digitizing Hawai‘i’s Plants and Animals Agriculture Declaration Form 🌿✈️ Fresh plants and live animals pose significant biosecurity threats to the native and indigenous species that make Hawai‘i so special. This shift from a paper form to digital helps us more effectively protect our state’s natural heritage.
Right now, over 80 select domestic flights are participating in the pilot program. Passengers arriving to our islands will be guided to use the new digital form by their airlines. To learn more or check if one of your upcoming flights is participating, visit akamaiarrival.hawaii.gov.
Our 3rd Annual Capitol Food Drive Fest is off to a great start! 🥫 Mahalo to everyone who stopped by to support @hawaiifoodbank and this year’s State Employees’ Food Drive.
We’ll be back again tomorrow — join us on April 17 at 10:30 AM on the 5th floor lanai for more ʻono eats, sweet treats, and snacks! 😊
Monetary and non-perishable food donations are welcome — every $10 helps provide 20 meals to our ʻohana in need. If you or someone you know is facing food insecurity, resources are available at hawaiifoodbank.org/help.
E Hana No Nā Keiki” means “Work for the children,” — and this Week of the Young Child, I’m reminded how deeply meaningful that work is.
Our keiki are the heart of Hawaiʻi’s future. That’s why we’re committed to expanding access to quality early learning so that every child has the foundation they need to thrive.
#ReadyKeiki #hawaiipreschool #hawaiiprek #hawaiikeiki #keikifirst #weekoftheyoungchild
This weekend, Momo and I stopped by Paws for Prevention hosted by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP Hawaii Chapter) 🐾
Suicide prevention and mental health awareness are so important — and our pets can make a world of difference in our lives. Mahalo to the many volunteers and organizers for raising awareness about emotional support and service animals!
Remembering Representative Gene Ward — a dedicated public servant, colleague, and friend. His love for Hawai‘i and commitment to public service will never be forgotten. Sending all my love and aloha to his ‘ohana.
Join us for the 3rd Annual Capitol Food Drive Fest in support of @hawaiifoodbank! We’ll have ‘ono eats, treats, and snacks on April 16-17 from 10:30 AM to 2:00 PM at our 5th floor lanai to support this year’s State Employees Food Drive.
Monetary and non-perishable food donations for the Hawaiʻi Foodbank are welcomed 😊🥫
For those facing food insecurity, resources and assistance are available at hawaiifoodbank.org/help.
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Hawaii Lt. Governor Sylvia Luke recently returned from a visit with the USDA in D.C. to discuss agriculture opportunities for Hawaii farmers. Read more:
. @lgsylvialuke
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Register and learn what you can do to protect your home, yard, & family from wildfire. @HawaiiWildfire @GovHawaii
Director General Jerry Chang, joined by Tzu Chi Foundation, attended the "Food Drive Fest" hosted by Lieutenant Governor Sylvia Luke @lgsylvialuke and made donations of Taiwanese food, in support of this meaningful charity in relieving food insecurity and malnutrition.
