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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Over the past couple of weeks, I've had the pleasure of visiting some of the new public preschool classrooms that opened across our state. From Maunaloa on Moloka‘i to Benjamin Parker in Kāne‘ohe, these keiki are ready to learn and grow.
Starting October 1 until the end of the school year, all public pre-K classrooms across the state are accepting open enrollment. Families are encouraged to apply for their keiki to attend one of the free public preschool classrooms across the state. 📚✨
For more information and to apply, visit earlylearning.ehawaii.gov.
#ReadyKeiki #hawaiipreschool #hawaiiprek #hawaiikeiki #keikifirst
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All public pre-k classrooms across the state are accepting open enrollment! Families are encouraged to apply for their keiki to one of the free, public preschool classrooms across the state. 📚✨
For more information and to apply, visit earlylearning.ehawaii.gov.
#ReadyKeiki #HawaiiPreschool #hawaiiprek #hawaiikeiki #keikifirst
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I'd like to thank the Hawai‘i Children's Action Network for recognizing me with the inaugural Torch-Bearer Award at their Champions for Children event.
This recognition is truly shared with the incredible partners who have been part of the #ReadyKeiki initiative. From nonprofits, community organizations, businesses, and all levels of government — it’s been a kāko‘o effort to expand access to preschool across our state. This work isn’t just about preparing our keiki for the future; it’s about uplifting our families and building a thriving Hawai‘i for generations to come.
I am honored to be recognized with this award, but even more honored to be able to do this important work. Mahalo nui.
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Last week, during a visit to the U.S. Department of Agriculture with a Hawai'i delegation, I had the pleasure of meeting USDA Deputy Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, Penny Brown Reynolds.
We had a great conversation and learned more about her important role in ensuring fair and equitable opportunities for farmers and agriculture workers across the country.
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How do we promote and sustain ‘Ōlelo Hawai‘i — not only for our students but for generations to come? Last week, I had the honor of moderating a panel at the 2024 Native Hawaiian Convention — “Advancing Hawaiian Language in Our Schools and Beyond.” We had a meaningful conversation on the important role of Hawaiian medium education in renormalizing ‘Ōlelo.
As we expand early learning through #ReadyKeiki, I’m committed to working with our Hawaiian language partners to increase ‘Ōlelo Hawai‘i education starting with our youngest learners, so mahalo to @hawaiiancouncil for inviting me to host a panel.
Mahalo to the panelists for this important conversation, and for sharing your knowledge, stories, and time.
• Dr. Kauanoe Kamanā, Ke Kula ʻO Nāwahīokalaniʻōpuʻu
• Ka‘iulani Laehā , ʻAha Pūnana Leo
• Kaʻanoʻi Walk, Kamehameha Schools
• Kaʻiu Kimura, ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center & Ka Haka ʻUla O Keʻelikōlani
• Yuuko Arikawa-Cross, Executive Office on Early Learning
These leaders have dedicated years to revitalizing Hawaiian language, and it truly takes a kākoʻo effort from all of us to ensure that ʻŌlelo Hawai‘i remains a living, breathing part of Hawai‘i for generations to come. Mahalo nui loa to everyone who continues to support this vital work.
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All public pre-kindergarten classrooms across the state are accepting open enrollment! Families are encouraged to apply for their keiki to one of the free, public preschool classrooms across the state. 📚✨
#ReadyKeiki #hawaiipreschool #hawaiiprek #hawaiikeiki #keikifirst
For more information and to apply, visit http://earlylearning.ehawaii.gov.
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I'd like to thank the Hawai‘i Children's Action Network for recognizing me with the inaugural Torch-Bearer Award at their 2024 Champions for Children event. This recognition is truly shared with the incredible partners who have been part of the #ReadyKeiki initiative.
This work isn’t just about preparing our keiki for the future; it’s about uplifting our families and building a thriving Hawai‘i for generations to come. I am honored to be recognized with this award, but even more honored to be able to do this important work. Mahalo nui.