STATE OF HAWAII
BOARD OF EDUCATION
GENERAL BUSINESS MEETING

MINUTES

Queen Liliuokalani Building
1390 Miller Street, Room 404
Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
Thursday, December 15, 2022

PRESENT:
Bruce Voss, Chairperson
Kaimana Barcarse, Vice Chairperson
Bill Arakaki
Shanty Asher
Lynn Fallin
Ken Kuraya
Makana McClellan
Lauren Moriarty
Kili Namauʻu

EXCUSED:
None

ALSO PRESENT:
Colonel Michael Minaudo, Military Representative
Keith Hayashi, Superintendent, Department of Education
Brian Hallett, Assistant Superintendent, Office of Fiscal Services, Department of Education
Tammi Oyadomari-Chun, Deputy Superintendent of Strategy, Department of Education
Annie Kalama, Interim Assistant Superintendent, Office of Student Support Services, Department of Education
Teri Ushijima, Interim Assistant Superintendent, Office of Curriculum and Instructional Design, Department of Education
Raymond Fujino, Interim Athletics Administrative Officer, Extracurricular Section, Department of Education
Sean Bacon, Interim Assistant Superintendent, Office of Talent Management, Department of Education
Kau‘i Sang, Director, Office of Hawaiian Education, Department of Education
Heidi Armstrong, Deputy Superintendent, Department of Education
Pohai Shultz, Principal Investigator of KA‘EO
Anna Viggiano, Educational Specialist, Curriculum Innovation Branch, Department of Education
Alison Kunishige, Executive Director
Kenyon Tam, Board Analyst
Regina Pascua, Executive Secretary
Lady Garrett, Secretary


I. Call to Order

Board Chairperson Bruce Voss called the Board of Education (“Board”) General Business Meeting to order at 1:30 p.m. Board Chairperson Voss, Board Vice Chairperson Kaimana Barcarse, and Board Members Bill Arakaki, Shanty Asher, Lynn Fallin, Ken Kuraya, Lauren Moriarty, and Kili Namau‘u were present.


II. Public Testimony on Board of Education (“Board”) Agenda Items

Board Chairperson Voss called for public testimony.

Cheri Nakamura, Hui for Excellence in Education ("HE‘E") Coalition, testified on agenda item VI.B, entitled “Board Action on Department of Education’s second operating budget submission for the 2023-2025 fiscal biennium focused on school and system improvements.” She testified that she would stand on her written testimony.

Patricia Halagao, member of the public, testified on agenda item VI.B, entitled “Board Action on Department of Education’s second operating budget submission for the 2023-2025 fiscal biennium focused on school and system improvements.” She clarified that she is testifying as an educator and not as a representative of the University of Hawaii (“UH”) and expressed support for hiring 50 additional bilingual assistants, providing English Learner professional development and increasing staff and instructional resources in the Office of Curriculum Instruction and Design (“OCID”) to support professional learning for classroom teachers.

Kathryn Hurd, member of the public, testified on agenda item VI.B, entitled “Board Action on Department of Education’s second operating budget submission for the 2023-2025 fiscal biennium focused on school and system improvements.” She testified in support of approving the budget that includes $5 million for the weighted student formula (“WSF”) reserve and small school supplemental funds because it is important that small schools receive support.

Patricia Dukes, Waiahole Elementary School Family, testified on agenda item VI.B, entitled “Board Action on Department of Education’s second operating budget submission for the 2023-2025 fiscal biennium focused on school and system improvements.” She testified that she loves the small school design at Waiahole Elementary School, social emotional learning and academic support, and rich culture. Dukes expressed support for the small school design, which allows principals to apply for small school reserve funds to assist with school staffing.

Jennifer Luke-Payne, Kaʻaʻawa Elementary School Principal, testified on agenda item VI.B, entitled “Board Action on Department of Education’s second operating budget submission for the 2023-2025 fiscal biennium focused on school and system improvements.” She expressed support for continuance of the small school reserve fund because it has helped small schools to meet needs not met by WSF.

Cheri Nakamura, HE‘E Coalition, testified on agenda item VI.D, entitled “Board Action on appointment of Assistant Superintendent of the Office of Curriculum and Instructional Design”; agenda item VI.E, entitled “Board Action on appointment of Assistant Superintendent of the Office of Student Support Services”; and agenda item VI.F, entitled “Board Action on appointment of Assistant Superintendent of the Office of Talent Management.” She testified that she would stand on HE‘E’s written testimony.

Susan Rocco, Special Parent Information Network (“SPIN”), testified on agenda item VI.E, entitled “Board Action on appointment of Assistant Superintendent of the Office of Student Support Services.” She expressed strong support for the appointment of Annie Kalama as the Assistant Superintendent of the Office of Student Support Services (“OSSS”), and emphasized that Kalama has earned the trust of special education families and the community.

Cheri Nakamura, HE‘E Coalition, testified on agenda item VI.G, entitled “Board Action on Department of Education’s plan and timeline to design, get approval for, and implement the kindergarten entry assessment (“KEA”) for Kaiapuni (Hawaiian language immersion) schools.” She requested clarification on the statement in the Department’s recommendation regarding the development of a KEA for Kaiapuni (Hawaiian language immersion) schools, which will align with the adopted English KEA and urged the Board to consider and adopt the recommendations in Dr. Pila Wilson’s testimony.

Kahele Dukelow, ʻAha Kauleo, testified on agenda item VI.G, entitled “Board Action on Department of Education’s plan and timeline to design, get approval for, and implement the KEA for Kaiapuni (Hawaiian language immersion) schools.” She stated that ʻAha Kauleo met on November 5, 2022 and shared that during the meeting the community was able to learn about the mandates in Act 210, Session Laws of Hawaii 2021 (“Act 210”); the potential impacts, including how assessment results would be used by those who do not understand Kaiapuni (Hawaiian language immersion schools); and expressed concerns about the unrealistic timeline and inadequate funding.

Nāmaka Rawlins, ʻAha Pūnana Leo, testified on agenda item VI.G, entitled “Board Action on Department of Education’s plan and timeline to design, get approval for, and implement the KEA for Kaiapuni (Hawaiian language immersion) schools.” She testified in support of the testimony of ʻAha Pūnana Leo and Ke Kula ‘O Nāwahiokalani’ōpu’u Iki Laboratory Public Charter School (“Nāwahi Charter School”) regarding the KEA for Kaiapuni (Hawaiian language immersion) schools and asked that the Board seek an exemption for Hawaiian immersion students.

Kaʻiulani Laehā, ʻAha Pūnana Leo, testified on agenda item VI.G, entitled “Board Action on Department of Education’s plan and timeline to design, get approval for, and implement the KEA for Kaiapuni (Hawaiian language immersion) schools.” She testified that she would stand on her written testimony and emphasized that the Kaiapuni (Hawaiian language immersion school) program grew from ʻAha Pūnana Leo. Laehā stated that she participated in the stakeholder meeting held by the Office of Hawaiian Education (“OHE”) and is working on legislation to exempt Hawaiian immersion students and requested Board support.

Kehaulani Aipia-Peters, Nāwahi Charter School Governing Board, testified on agenda item VI.G, entitled “Board Action on Department of Education’s plan and timeline to design, get approval for, and implement the KEA for Kaiapuni (Hawaiian language immersion) schools.” She directed the Board to her written testimony and expressed strong opposition to the Department’s recommendation. Aipia-Peters asked the Board and Department to look for alternatives to meet the statutory requirements and noted that during the stakeholder meeting convened by the Department, Nāwahi Charter School presented their kindergarten entry assessment, which meets statutory requirements.

Kahea Faria, member of the public, testified on agenda item VI.G, entitled “Board Action on Department of Education’s plan and timeline to design, get approval for, and implement the KEA for Kaiapuni (Hawaiian language immersion) schools.” She testified in support of the Department’s proposal and timeline for implementing a KEA for Kaiapuni (Hawaiian language immersion) schools. Faria asked for clarification on how the data will be used and emphasized that schools should not be penalized for assessment results since the data should positively inform teacher practice.

Board members received written testimony before the meeting. (A listing of the people who submitted written testimony before the meeting is included at the end of these minutes.)

The meeting recessed at 1:55 p.m. and reconvened at 2:05 p.m.


III. Approval of Meeting Minutes of October 20, 2022 Special Meeting, October 20, 2022 General Business Meeting, November 17, 2022 Special Meeting, and December 1, 2022 Special Meeting

Board Chairperson Voss asked Board members to review the Board’s October 20, 2022 Special Meeting, October 20, 2022 General Business Meeting, November 17, 2022 Special Meeting, and December 1, 2022 Special Meeting minutes.

Board Member Kuraya moved to approve the Board’s October 20, 2022 Special Meeting, October 20, 2022 General Business Meeting, November 17, 2022 Special Meeting, and December 1, 2022 Special Meeting minutes. Board Vice Chairperson Barcarse seconded.

Board Chairperson Voss asked if there were any objections to the motion. No Board member raised objections, and the motion carried through unanimous consent from all members present (Vice Chairperson Barcarse and Board Members Arakaki, Asher, Fallin, Kuraya, Moriarty, and Namauʻu).

ACTION: Motion to approve the Board’s October 20, 2022 Special Meeting, October 20, 2022 General Business Meeting, November 17, 2022 Special Meeting, and December 1, 2022 Special Meeting minutes (Kuraya/Barcarse). The motion carried through unanimous consent from all members present.


IV. Reports of Board Committees, Board Members, and Superintendent

Board Chairperson Voss referred to the written report on the events attended by Board members.


V. Public Testimony on Board Agenda Items

Board Chairperson Voss called for public testimony.

Susan Pcola-Davis, PTSA Grandparent, testified on agenda item VI.B, entitled “Board Action on Department of Education’s second operating budget submission for the 2023-2025 fiscal biennium focused on school and system improvements.” She expressed opposition to the Office of Facilities and Operations budget request for two additional full-time employees because the justification was not sufficient and cautioned against the proposed purchase of the former St. Francis school campus, which lacks a cost-benefit analysis.

Shawn Ford, Second Language Teaching Program at Kapiolani Community College, testified on agenda item VI.B, entitled “Board Action on Department of Education’s second operating budget submission for the 2023-2025 fiscal biennium focused on school and system improvements.” He testified in support of hiring more bilingual/bicultural school home assistants who play a critical role to connect with families to increase attendance and achievement.

Susan Pcola-Davis, PTSA Grandparent, testified on agenda item VI.D, entitled “Board Action on appointment of Assistant Superintendent of the Office of Curriculum and Instructional Design.” She referred Board members to her written testimony and noted that the individual Hayashi is recommending for appointment failed to report on the summer learning program and recommended that the Board defer action on this agenda item.

Susan Pcola-Davis, PTSA Grandparent, testified on agenda item VI.E, entitled “Board Action on appointment of Assistant Superintendent of the Office of Student Support Services.” She testified that because the individual Hayashi is recommending for appointment has been in the position for a short time, that it is unclear what the individual can offer and recommended that the Board defer action on this agenda item.

Susan Pcola-Davis, PTSA Grandparent, testified on agenda item VI.F, entitled “Board Action on appointment of Assistant Superintendent of the Office of Talent Management.” She testified that the individual Hayashi is recommending for appointment has proved he can serve in this position and needs support and guidance.

Susan Pcola-Davis, PTSA Grandparent, testified on agenda item VI.G, entitled “Board Action on Department of Education’s plan and timeline to design, get approval for, and implement the KEA for Kaiapuni (Hawaiian language immersion) schools.” She testified that she is changing her original position from her written testimony and expressed strong opposition with the Department’s recommendation after reviewing other written testimonies.


VI. Action Items

Board Vice Chairperson Barcarse moved to approve the amendment of the June 2, 2021 Employment Contract between Stacey Aldrich and the Board of Education, State of Hawaii, attached as Exhibit B to Board Chairperson Voss’s memorandum dated December 15, 2022, and authorize Board Chairperson Voss to execute the amendment on behalf of the Board, subject to approval “as to form” by the Board’s attorney. Board Member Fallin seconded.

Board Vice Chairperson Barcarse expressed full support of the motion and emphasized that Aldrich has repeatedly shown her ability to work with a humble attitude, has a great reputation in the community, and needs to be compensated accordingly.

Board Member Namauʻu expressed support for the salary increase and noted that Hawaii is lucky to have Aldrich who is a knowledgeable, innovative, and gifted leader.

Board Member Moriarty expressed strong support and expressed appreciation for Aldrich’s leadership during challenging circumstances.

Board Member Fallin expressed strong support for the salary increase and noted that Aldrich has been responsive and transparent. She stated that Aldrich’s presentations demonstrate diligence in managing the system through the development and implementation of a strategic framework.

Board Chairperson Voss stated that the statute currently caps the state librarian salary and the proposed recommendation does not go all the way to the limit, although Aldrich has earned this recognition. He shared that the Board would support an increase to the salary cap should the Legislature decide to increase it.

Board Chairperson Voss called for a roll call vote on the motion. The motion carried unanimously with all members present voting aye (Vice Chairperson Barcarse and Board Members Arakaki, Asher, Fallin, Kuraya, Moriarty, and Namauʻu).

ACTION: Motion to approve the amendment of the June 2, 2021 Employment Contract between Stacey Aldrich and the Board of Education, State of Hawaii, attached as Exhibit B to Board Chairperson Voss’s memorandum dated December 15, 2022, and authorize Board Chairperson Voss to execute the amendment on behalf of the Board, subject to approval “as to form” by the Board’s attorney (Barcarse/Fallin). The motion carried unanimously with all members present voting aye.


Board Chairperson Voss called on Keith Hayashi, Superintendent, and Brian Hallett, Assistant Superintendent, Office of Fiscal Services, to present the Department’s recommendation on its second operating budget submission for the 2023-2025 fiscal biennium, focused on school and system improvements.

Hallett outlined the Department’s request for the next two fiscal years, the 2023-2025 Fiscal Biennium, and explained that the Department is seeking Board approval for an additional $58.5 million for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 and $68.9 million for Fiscal Year 2024-2025. He shared a graphic, which is available on the Department’s website under timelines, representing the current Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget of $2.26 billion. Hallett stated that in October 2022 the Board approved the Department’s first steady state budget submittal, which was submitted to former Governor David Ige for his consideration. He explained that the Department is requesting less funding for the 2023-2025 Fiscal Biennium than the current budget for Fiscal Year 2022-2023.

Hallett referred to the first steady state budget submittal approved by the Board in October 2022, which included $125 million in Fiscal Year 2023-2024 and $141 million in Fiscal Year 2024-2025. He explained that former Governor Ige approved $55.8 million for each fiscal year, so many of the Department’s requests were unfunded or partially funded. He explained that the Department would ask that Governor Josh Green include all of the Department’s steady budget requests his budget submittal.

Hallett detailed that the second improvement budget submittal addresses issues facing public school students by addressing priority needs to help the Department manage ongoing challenge areas. Chun detailed that the second improvement budget submittal requests focus on improvements at the school and systems levels to address challenges represented in the data the Department presented to the Board in September and October. She explained that the Department’s memorandum contains further details and highlighted key areas, like workforce readiness and innovation, middle level education, secondary mathematics, support for vulnerable student populations, kindergarten to grade 12 alignment, recruitment for school level positions, leadership development, support for student leadership activities, Board office support, and increasing Department capacity to evaluate programs and activities.

Hallett explained that this request is less than the current fiscal year, $60.4 million less for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 and $33.8 less for Fiscal Year 2024-2025. He stated that if the Board approves the request, the Department would forward it to the Department of Budget & Finance (“B&F”). Hallett stated that the request would include the unfunded and partially funded items from first steady stated budget submittal for Governor Green’s consideration. Chun stated that the Board’s approval of the second improvement budget submittal would allow the Department to move forward with discussions with B&F and Governor Green.

Board Chairperson Voss noted that Board policy requires the Board to approve the Department’s budget.

Board Vice Chairperson Barcarse moved to approve the Department’s “Second Budget Submittal” of its operating budget request for the 2023-2025 fiscal biennium as attached in Attachment A to Hayashi’s memorandum dated December 15, 2022. Board Member Fallin seconded.

Board Member Fallin referenced the Department’s first steady state budget submittal and asked what Governor Ige approved from that first submittal. She stated that all of the Department’s requests should have been approved because the Department’s requests in the first steady state budget submittal clearly met B&F criteria regarding fiscal impact, potential cuts to services because of inflation and other cost issues, mandates, and court orders. Board Member Fallin for more detail regarding items former Governor Ige approved in the first steady state budget submittal and the potential effects of unfunded items.

Hallett stated that the Department’s memorandum provides additional details and outlined some examples, which former Governor Ige did not incorporated into his budget. He stated that the following was not included in former Governor Ige’s budget: (1) $25 million of the Department’s WSF request; (2) funds to address issues relating to the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) ($15 million for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 and $10 million for Fiscal Year 2024-2025); (3) and $17 million of the Department’s student transportation request for Fiscal Year 2024-2025. He stated that, in total, former Governor Ige did not include $69.5 million (Fiscal Year 2023-2024) and $85.8 million (Fiscal Year 2024-2025) in his budget.

Hallett expressed disappointment in the amounts former Governor Ige included in his budget because some of the items he declined to include affect health and safety or were the result of court mandates. He did note, however, that the Department stretched the boundaries by including inflation effects in its request and that he was told that the inflation projections were not well received by former Governor Ige’s administration because inflation projections did not meet B&F criteria for the first steady state budget submittal.

Board Member Fallin asked what happens if the Department does not get the full amount requested for student transportation. Hallett replied that the Department would need to scale back on routes, expand walking distances, and consider increasing fees in the second year of the fiscal biennium.

Board Member Fallin asked about former Governor Ige’s lump sum approach to the Department’s request for food service funds. Hallett stated that former Governor Ige included $10 million in his budget, which was less than what the Department requested, but former Governor Ige did not specify how these funds were to be used and provided them in a lump sum. He stated that this lump sum approach gives the Department the opportunity to ask Governor Green’s for additional funds.

Board Member Fallin stated that health and safety is a high priority and that the Department needs to avoid cuts in areas that have a direct impact on students.

Board Member Fallin asked about any effects of failing to fund court orders or mandates relating to the Kaiapuni (Hawaiian immersion language) program. Sang replied that not having the necessary resources affect how the Department moves forward and whether reasonable access can be accommodated for those families seeking a Kaiapuni (Hawaiian language immersion) education. Sang noted that due to recent lawsuits relating to Kaiapuni (Hawaiian language immersion), the Department is advocating and looking to secure resources to continue to strengthen educational infrastructure as identified in Board Policy 105.8, entitled “Ka Papahana Kaiapuni.”

Board Member Fallin stated that the Department should focus on the first steady stated budget request because it needs to avoid any cuts in services to students and ensure it complies with court orders and mandates. She stated that the Department is asking for over 100 positions relating to special education and behavioral specialists, but the Department did not receive everything it requested and she asked for clarification on potential effects. Kalama stated that funding included in former Governor Ige’s budget, but the permanent positions were not, so the Department would proceed with hiring on a temporary basis.

Board Member Moriarty noted that one of the requests in the first steady state budget submittal that was not included in former Governor Ige’s budget was to address the applied behavioral analyst mandate. She asked whether the Department had any insight as to why this funding was not included. Chun replied that the Department does not have information on why requests were not included in former Governor Ige’s budget. She stated that typically the governor’s office meets with the Department to explain its decisions, but that was not part of the process this year.

Board Member Moriarty expressed concern that requests relating to compliance were not included, but noted that compliance may not necessarily be in the Department’s hands. She noted that skilled nurses do support students. The Department of Health is also responsible for student health, but the Department is the only one responsible for the education of students. Board Member Moriarty emphasized that the largest category in the Department’s first steady state budget submittal was related to health mandates.

Board Member Moriarty assumed that the budget request did not include all requests from every school and complex area and asked Hallett to describe the criteria the Department used to determine what to include in its budget request. Hallett replied that each assistant superintendent looks at readiness and filters their respective budget requests. Chun stated that the Department also made an effort to look for additional strategies to address needs of English Learners since this is an emerging priority that is continuously raised.

Board Member Moriarty asked if the Department used any other criteria. Chun stated that the Department looked at the capacity to implement and if staggering over time helped to build to capacity. She also stated that the Department looked for evidence-based strategies.

Board Member Moriarty clarified that the Department did not discuss any criteria with the Board. Hallett stated that there was cross-collaboration between offices in the Department and that the Department’s recommendation reflects what it could do in priority areas.

Board Member Moriarty asked to what extent did the Department take into account the emerging priorities from the Board’s discussions regarding the strategic plan it is developing, particularly the elements which have been present since the beginning of these discussions. Chun stated that the Department heard a lot of the same information that Board members heard in the community and explained that some areas are long-standing issues. She noted that programs targeting transition grades, especially the middle school initiative, are aligned with emerging priorities in the strategic plan the Board is developing.

Board Member Moriarty stated that in a few months the Department would come back to the Board to ask for approval of a supplemental budget and asked Chun to describe of a process where Department could start aligning its budget with the priorities identified in the Board’s strategic plan. Chun replied that the budget, planning, and priorities would align with the Department’s implementation plan.

Board Member Moriarty asked whether the fiscal biennium budget is flexible because the budget provides one permanent position for teacher recruitment, but that is a priority area that has been in the Board’s developing strategic plan from the beginning. She noted that there is nothing in the fiscal biennium budget regarding literacy or math, which are outcomes the Board is discussing for the developing strategic plan.

Chun noted that the budget request is to add a position for teacher recruitment and that this position would be added to existing positions. She stated that the Department’s second improvement budget submission is designed to improve what is already existing and that different resources can be implemented at different times. Chun also stated that school level positions can be deployed quickly and the numbers in the budget do not represent the full scope of the existing strategies.

Board Member Moriarty stated that she looks forward to a robust discussion early on so the Board can track the Department’s shift of attention and resources to align with the Board’s strategic plan.

Board Chairperson Voss stated that it is clear former Governor Ige conservative when including requests in his budget to provide Governor Green maximum flexibility and that the low amounts approved should not be taken negatively.

Board Member Arakaki expressed support for the addition of the secretary and analyst positions for the Board support office and funding for Board member travel and strategic planning opportunities. He stated that it is very important to support the Board support office. Board Member Arakaki also stated that the Department’s memorandum includes information on how these resources would support schools and he that would like to move forward so there is no delay.

Board Member Kuraya left the meeting at 2:54 p.m.

Hallett stated that legislative session is starting soon and the Department would like to meet with Governor Green. Chun stated that this is the last Board meeting before the Department would need to provide the Legislature with informational briefings, so it is important for the Board to approve a budget so the Department can engage in discussions with Governor Green, B&F, and the legislature.

Board Chairperson Voss expressed support for a number of the requests and noted that the Department is requesting a lot of money for a summer school program in the second year of the fiscal biennium. He asked for evidence and data that summer school has been successful the last couple of years.

Board Member Kuraya returned to the meeting at 2:57 p.m.

Ushijima stated that the Department has collected data from summer programs and this request is one that has come directly from schools who expressed concern that when the funding runs out, the schools will need more time to continue with learning acceleration to address the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. She stated that schools were able to provide opportunities that would not have been available otherwise.

Ushijima referenced a summer start program, which helps acclimate students to kindergarten, particularly those who did not have an academic experience. Board Chairperson Voss stated that the data is clear but cautioned that the Department should be ready for questions from the legislature.

Board Chairperson Voss asked for a description of the middle level extended learning program. Ushijima stated that middle level is a crucial time for students. Raymond Fujino, Interim Athletics Administrative Officer, Extracurricular Section stated that the program was modeled after pilot programs in the Keaau-Kealakehe-Pahoa and Nanakuli-Waianae complex areas because these areas include the lowest achieving schools. He stated that the pilot program used athletic programs to increase academic achievement. Fujino explained that students had to maintain a 2.0 grade point average to participate and schools provided tutoring. He detailed that funding covered coach salaries, transportation, equipment and supplies.

Board Chairperson Voss expressed support for the small school’s fund reserve.

Hayashi added that he witnessed firsthand the effect of the middle level program on students coming after school to get academic and social emotional support and to engage with friends. He stated that the complex areas organized activities that allowed students to explore their strengths. Hayashi emphasized that he has received tremendously positive parental feedback from middle level students.

Board Member Arakaki stated that it is crucial to help students and staff recover from the COVID-19 pandemic and that summer programs are a good opportunity to provide students with social emotional support and build their confidence. He also stated that the Department needs to give all students the opportunity to demonstrate their strengths.

Board Member Asher whether the Department collected data on whether students improved and which students attended summer programs to determine whether the Department really helped the students who needed support. She asked how the Department is designing post COVID-19 programs and how the Department is working with nonprofits and community organizations. Board Member Asher asked about the process nonprofits can use to apply and provide those services because it was very difficult during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Board Member Arakaki expressed concern about disproportionately impacted students who would not take credit recovery courses because of the cost, thereby negatively impacting the students’ ability to graduate on time. He also asked about learning centers and whether this includes weekly or daily tutoring services by an actual tutor.

Board Member Moriarty left the meeting at 3:11 p.m.

Chun noted that these questions span across several areas in the Department.

Board Member Moriarty returned to the meeting at 3:12 p.m.

Ushijima stated that students did not pay for summer school or credit recovery over the last couple of years and that if the Department does not get summer school funding, students will need to pay for summer school. She noted that the tuition the Department charged previously would not cover expenses. Ushijima explained that the Department has a dashboard with various data on summer programs and demographics, including by ethnicity, of the students who attended summer school.

Board Vice Chairperson Barcarse left the meeting at 3:15 p.m.

Anna Viggiano, Educational Specialist, Curriculum Innovation Branch, Department of Education explained that there are 21 learning centers and that each learning center has an individual focus area. She noted that students can get geographical exceptions to attend the school and participate in the themes of these learning centers.

Board Member Kuraya stated that basically the Department requested $125 million in its first steady state budget submittal and former Governor Ige included $55 million of this in his budget, so there is a $69 million difference. He asked if the Department is going to request the full $69 million in its second improvement budget submittal. Hallett stated that the Department would come back to the Board to present on challenges because of compliance issues and effect on services. Board Member Kuraya stated that the Department needs to determine how to cover these costs because of health and safety implications.

Board Vice Chairperson Barcarse returned to the meeting at 3:19 p.m.

Chun noted that this is just the beginning of the budget process because the legislature still needs to review and approve the budget. She stated that typically the Department provides a single request to the Board however this year was split into two parts because of the transition to a new administration.

Board Member Fallin stated that it is important for the Department to maintain services and be in compliance and that this request is still below past years’ budgets. She stated that the second improvements budget submission was a general list. Board Member Fallin stated she does not think that the Department would get everything requested and asked what process, strategy, and criteria the Department would use to determine what gets funded. Hallett replied that the Department has eight priority areas, but that he would come back to the Board for feedback and discussion on priorities.

Board Member Fallin stated that the Board is in the middle of its strategic planning process, which has been a full process with lots of participation. She stated that one idea would be for the Department to focus on areas where there is a nexus of legislative, Board, Department, and new administration interest.

Board Chairperson Voss called for a roll call vote on the motion. The motion carried unanimously with all members present voting aye (Vice Chairperson Barcarse and Board Members Arakaki, Asher, Fallin, Kuraya, Moriarty, and Namauʻu).

ACTION: Motion to approve the Department’s “Second Budget Submittal” of its operating budget request for the 2023-2025 fiscal biennium as attached in Attachment A to Hayashi’s memorandum dated December 15, 2022 (Barcarse/Fallin). The motion carried unanimously with all members present voting aye.


Board Vice Chairperson Barcarse moved to approve the Board’s annual report on charter schools, pursuant to Section 302D-21, Hawaii Revised Statutes, as attached as Attachment A to 2023 Legislative Investigative Committee Chairperson Bill Arakaki’s memorandum dated November 17, 2022, and authorize the Board chairperson to make any technical, non-substantive changes to the report for clarity and consistency before issuing it to the governor, legislature, and public. Board Member Arakaki seconded.

Board Chairperson Voss called for a roll call vote on the motion. The motion carried unanimously with all members present voting aye (Vice Chairperson Barcarse and Board Members Arakaki, Asher, Fallin, Kuraya, Moriarty, and Namauʻu).

ACTION: Motion to approve the Board’s annual report on charter schools, pursuant to Section 302D-21, Hawaii Revised Statutes, as attached as Attachment A to 2023 Legislative Investigative Committee Chairperson Bill Arakaki’s memorandum dated November 17, 2022, and authorize the Board chairperson to make any technical, non-substantive changes to the report for clarity and consistency before issuing it to the governor, legislature, and public (Barcarse/Arakaki). The motion carried unanimously with all members present voting aye.


Board Chairperson Voss called on Hayashi to present his recommendation on the appointment of the assistant superintendent (“AS”) of OCID.

Hayashi stated that during last month’s general business meeting the Department was directed to develop a system for determining leadership salaries by June 20, 2023. He requested Board approval of the appointments of the AS of OCID, AS of OSSS, and AS of OTM to establish his leadership team. Hayashi explained that these appointments would make it possible for the Department to permanently fill these individuals’ previous positions, which would add stability. Hayashi provided information on the function of the AS of OCID and noted that Ushijima would advance OCID’s efforts. He also highlighted Ushijima’s accomplishments while serving as the interim AS and noted that he may recommend salary adjustments once the Department develops its system for determining leadership salaries.

Board Vice Chairperson Barcarse moved to approve the appointment of Teri Ushijima as the assistant superintendent of the Office of Curriculum and Instructional Design with an annual salary of $170,000, effective December 16, 2022. Board Member Moriarty seconded.

Board Vice Chairperson Barcarse asked Hayashi to describe the process he used to recruit for the respective assistant superintendent positions. Hayashi replied that Ushijima was initially selected by the former superintendent and that he worked alongside her while he served as the interim superintendent. He emphasized that Ushijima has a commitment to students, willingness to engage across the tri-level system, and has the respect and admiration of being a former vice principal, principal, and complex area superintendent (“CAS”).

Board Vice Chairperson Barcarse expressed agreement that Ushijima is qualified, but asked again for information regarding Hayashi’s recruitment process and whether Hayashi looked elsewhere, and posted internally or externally. Hayashi replied that when he started in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic it did not make sense to change leadership positions because the system was in chaos. He explained that during the COVID-19 pandemic assistant superintendents demonstrated the ability to engage with the field. Hayashi stated that he did not post the position internally or externally and kept the individuals in place because he was satisfied with their leadership abilities and performance.

Board Chairperson Voss stated that historically when the Board considers the appointment of a leadership position, the Board would ask the individual questions. He asked if Board members had any questions for Ushijima.

Board Member Moriarty asked Ushijima to share the most important thing she wants to accomplish. Ushijima replied that her foremost identity is that of a teacher and she would like to systemize curriculum and instruction to reach teachers in classroom. She stated that as a former CAS she visited 250+ classrooms a year and articulated what she wanted to see in a classroom to create a common college, career, and citizenship expectation. Ushijima shared that she wanted to be a teacher in the second grade and that the Department needs to provide services and support for its teachers.

Board Member Fallin asked how Ushijima would know that she had achieved her goal. Ushijima replied that other than system-wide achievement, the Department can also look at well-rounded students who are able to participate in sports and out of school time activities. She also stated that all teachers at each grade level should have relevant, engaging lesson unit instructional plans and have the option to select project based, ‘āina-based resources. Ushijima explained that if resources are available for teachers then standards would be achieved for each grade level and the results would show in summative assessments.

Board Chairperson Voss called for a roll call vote on the motion. The motion was carried unanimously with all members present voting aye (Vice Chairperson Barcarse and Board Members Arakaki, Asher, Fallin, Kuraya, Moriarty, and Namauʻu).

ACTION: Motion to approve the appointment of Teri Ushijima as the assistant superintendent of the Office of Curriculum and Instructional Design with an annual salary of $170,000, effective December 16, 2022 (Barcarse/Moriarty). The motion carried unanimously with all members present voting aye.


Board Chairperson Voss called on Hayashi to present his recommendation on the appointment of the assistant superintendent of the OSSS.

Hayashi presented his recommendation and provided information on the function of the AS of OSSS and that Kalama will advance OSSS’s efforts. He detailed Kalama’s 35 years of experience in education, including 11 years in OSSS. He noted that he may propose adjustments to Kalama’s salary once the Department develops its system for determining leadership salaries.

Board Vice Chairperson Barcarse moved to approve the appointment of Annie Kalama as the assistant superintendent of the Office of Student Support Services with an annual salary of $170,000, effective December 16, 2022. Board Member McClellan seconded.

Board Member Moriarty asked Kalama what she wants to accomplish. Kalama replied that for the last several months she has done an assessment of the 65 programs in OSSS and that she had determined that maintaining operations with fidelity is important. She shared that going forward several special projects from OSSS would directly support students or build capacity at schools and complex area levels. Kalama also stated that timelines, benchmarks, and progress would need to be measured.

Board Member Namauʻu stated that Kalama’s background is in special education but acknowledged that special education is just one part of OSSS’s responsibilities. She asked Kalama to describe any challenges and how she plans to overcome those challenges. Kalama expressed appreciation to the Board for making vulnerable students a priority in the strategic plan and stated that a personal challenge for her will be learning about all the programs, since federal regulations are important for all programs.

Board Chairperson Voss asked Kalama to share her thoughts on what areas or programs need to be fixed immediately. Kalama replied that the areas or programs that provide additional support to English Learner because families need to be connected so there is an understanding of how to teach students, learn their culture, and integrate into the students’ communities.

Board Chairperson Voss called for a roll call vote on the motion. The motion carried unanimously with all members present voting aye (Vice Chairperson Barcarse and Board Members Arakaki, Asher, Fallin, Kuraya, Moriarty, and Namauʻu).

ACTION: Motion to approve the appointment of Annie Kalama as the assistant superintendent of the Office of Student Support Services with an annual salary of $170,000, effective December 16, 2022 (Barcarse/McClellan). The motion carried unanimously with all members present voting aye.


Board Chairperson Voss called on Hayashi to present his recommendation on the appointment of the assistant superintendent of the OTM.

Hayashi provided his recommendation and information on the function of the assistant superintendent of OTM. He noted that Bacon will advance OTM’s efforts and detail his accomplishments while serving as the interim assistant superintendent. Hayashi noted that Bacon has many years of experience and explained that adjustments may be recommended to Bacon’s salary once the Department develops its system for determining leadership salaries.

Board Vice Chairperson Barcarse moved to approve the appointment of Sean Bacon as the assistant superintendent of the Office of Talent Management with an annual salary of $170,000, effective December 16, 2022. Board Member Asher seconded.

Board Member Kuraya stated that he has worked with all three candidates and each of the individuals are knowledgeable and have done a lot for the Department. He asked why Hayashi is choosing to appoint assistant superintendents and change their status from interim to permanent positions at this time. Bacon explained while he is serving as the interim assistant superintendent of OTM, the Department cannot fill his previous executive assistant position. He stated that upon Board approval of these appointments, the Department will be able to fill these previously held positions, which would provide stability to offices.

Board Member Kuraya stated that he is aware that there are vacancies and it is difficult to find qualified candidates, but he would like to make sure there is an understanding of why the Board is taking action at this time. He also stated that the Board also needs to be aware about the leadership alignment, chain of command, and any changes that may take place.

Board Member Kuraya asked Bacon to share the first task that he would address as OTM AS. Bacon replied that school leaders and the public have shared that the Department’s application process is outdated and it takes a long time to apply for positions so he would like to work on trying to implement a more user friendly process. He shared that data shows that most people apply for jobs using a mobile device, but the Department’s current application process does not allow for this. Bacon shared that the Department hopes to have a new all-digital application process in place by May 1, 2023. He shared that the Department is in the process of getting input from principals and leaders to make sure the all-digital system works for schools so schools can fill positions as quickly as possible.

Board Member Moriarty stated that during community meetings she received feedback from teachers that one of the challenges is that by the time the schools get the list and offer positions, many applicants have moved on. She asked whether the all-digital process would address this issue.

Bacon explained that there is only one teacher application in the state and applicants submit their application into a pool instead of for particular positions for a particular school. He stated that the all-digital process will move towards position specific recruitment so that teachers can apply for specific positions. Bacon expressed hopefulness that the new system will help with retention as well as recruitment.

Board Member Moriarty asked if schools would also have immediate access to the list of applicants applying for specific positions. Bacon explained that the current process is largely manual and the new electronic system would provide real-time, live applicant information.

Board Chairperson Voss mentioned the administrator shortage and asked Bacon to describe his vision for enhancing the administrator pipeline and encouraging teachers to step into these roles. Bacon replied that Stacey Kunihisa and Sean Arai attended a conference in Nashville to learn about new things to build principal pipelines and then assembled a team focusing on this. He stated that building the administrator pipeline starts with hiring the right teachers, seeing if these teachers have potential, and then the Department needs to provide the necessary support.

Board Chairperson Voss called for a roll call vote on the motion. The motion carried unanimously with all members present voting aye (Vice Chairperson Barcarse and Board Members Arakaki, Asher, Fallin, Kuraya, Moriarty, and Namauʻu).

ACTION: Motion to approve the appointment of Sean Bacon as the assistant superintendent of the Office of Talent Management with an annual salary of $170,000, effective December 16, 2022 (Barcarse/Asher). The motion carried unanimously with all members present voting aye.

Board Chairperson Voss asked if any Board members had conflicts they would like to disclose. Board Member Namauʻu recused herself from the discussion and vote. Board Vice Chairperson Barcarse also stated that he has a close family member who is in a similar situation to Board Member Namau’u and he will recuse himself although this agenda item is close to his heart.

Board Member Namau‘u left the meeting at 4:06 p.m.

Board Chairperson Voss called on Hayashi and Ushijima to present the Department’s recommendation on the Department’s plan and timeline to design, get approval for, and implement a KEA for Kaiapuni (Hawaiian language immersion schools).

Board Member Arakaki left the meeting at 4:07 p.m.

Ushijima stated that the recommendation being provided today is a follow up to the KEA recommendation the Department presented in October. She outlined slide two of the presentation on the development of the KEA for Kaiapuni (Hawaiian language immersion schools). Ushijima stated that there are 350-400 kindergarteners per year across 24 classrooms in 11 Department and 6 charter schools. She stated that the estimated total cost of developing the KEA for Kaiapuni (Hawaiian language immersion schools) ranges from $713,665 to $1,245,665 with a targeted compliance date of July 1, 2026.

Ushijima stated that on November 1, 2022, the Department convened a stakeholder meeting which included 14 kumu (teachers) from Department Kaiapuni schools, four of the six Kaiapuni charter schools, Board member Kili Namauʻu, representatives from the University of Hawaii at Mānoa, University of Hawaii at Hilo, ʻAha Pūnana Leo, and ʻAha Kauleo. She shared that the stakeholder group considered multiple options and recommended developing a KEA for Kaiapuni (Hawaiian language immersion schools) in partnership with UH, who has the content to reflect Hawaiian language, culture, and community.

Ushijima stated that the development timeline outlined on slide four is based on the timeline used to develop the Kaiapuni Assessment of Education Outcomes (“KĀʻEO”). She noted that the pre-development phase includes stakeholder workgroups that will work with Johns Hopkins University during Phase 1 to develop the standards, blueprint, and test times. Ushijima explained that Phase 2 will include a field test and results will not be used for reporting, but for development, then Phase 3 will be to implement an operational field test after setting standards. She stated that results can be reported to schools, families, Executive Office for Early Learning and the Department of Human Services to satisfy requirements of Act 210, with full implementation scheduled for some time between July 2026 to June 2027.

Board Member Arakaki returned to the meeting at 4:13 p.m.

Ushijima detailed the cost estimates for the KEA for Kaiapuni (Hawaiian language immersion schools) as follows: (1) development process at $660,484; (2) teacher substitutes and stipends at $53,181; and (3) an online platform tool at $532,000. She noted that the cost and project timeline would increase if an online platform is required.

Board Member McClellan moved to approve the Department’s plan to develop a Kaiapuni KEA as described in Hayashi’s memorandum dated December 15, 2022. Board Member Kuraya seconded.

Board Member Moriarty asked for clarification on the recommendations from the stakeholder meeting held in November. Sang replied that during the meeting the recommendations were to be compliant with Act 210, the Department should move forward on developing a KEA for Kaiapuni (Hawaiian language immersion schools). She also shared that another recommendation is that the Board should consider pursuing an amendment to the law but no clarity or specifics relating to the amendment was developed so ʻAha Kauleo further discussed this at their subsequent meeting, but was unable to come to a consensus on a proposed amendment. Sang stated that another recommendation was to pursue a waiver from the legislature to extend the implementation date.

Board Member Moriarty asked for further clarification on the conversation since there was no consensus on the second recommendation relating to the statutory amendment. Sang replied that the discussion was around whether students who are entering the Kaiapuni program should be assessed at all using a KEA for Kaiapuni (Hawaiian language immersion schools) tool.

Board Member McClellan expressed understanding that there was no consensus on the second recommendation, but asked for more details on the conversation among the participants. Sang replied that the discussion was around whether students should be assessed at all.

McClellan asked if the group still felt strongly but still supported a waiver to extend. Sang replied that the group on that day felt that the Department should pursue the development of the KEA for Kaiapuni (Hawaiian language immersion schools) in order to be in compliance with law.

Board Chairperson Voss stated there is a great deal of skepticism about how this KEA for Kaiapuni (Hawaiian language immersion schools) would be in alignment with the John Hopkins University English language version.

Sang stated that when KĀʻEO was created, everyone wanted to make sure that what was being assessed reflected what was taking place in classrooms. She noted that there was misalignment in the standards because students were being assessed by the common core English language arts. Sang noted that the intent for the KEA for Kaiapuni (Hawaiian language immersion schools) is to set appropriate standards for schools as the Department moves forward in the process before the standards are tested in an assessment.

Board Member Moriarty asked if some of the same concerns were raised in the KĀʻEO process. She also asked for more information about how the Department handled KĀʻEO concerns, since the Department has been using KĀʻEO for a while.

Sang stated that Pohai Shultz, Principal Investigator of KĀʻEO was in attendance and available for questions. She explained that KĀʻEO was launched in 2015 and since then the Department convened field tests and peer review groups participated in assessment requirements for federal accountability. Sang stated that participation from schools has been almost 100 percent and the Department follows a full assessment cycle year after year to determine areas to revisit, especially the Hawaiian language arts standards.

Heidi Armstrong, Deputy Superintendent added that the Department recently met with key legislators that crafted Act 210, based on feedback from the Kaiapuni community. She explained that legislators are open to making amendments to move forward with an appropriate KEA for Kaiapuni (Hawaiian language immersion schools) students. Armstrong noted that the Department may not be able to have a uniform assessment based on the Kaiapuni feedback and also discussed amendments of domains of school readiness and whether this is appropriate for Kaiapuni students. She also stated a request to amend the timelines is forthcoming.

Board Member Moriarty asked Shultz if she would like to provide comments.

Shultz clarified that she is not representing the University of Hawaii at Mānoa. She stated that it is hard to pinpoint the concerns raised during the KĀʻEO process, but added that during the development process as many members as possible were involved from Kaiapuni schools to ensure that discussions represented all schools in the Department and charter schools. Shultz noted that based on her experience, if developing a KEA for Kaiapuni (Hawaiian language immersion schools) used the same process, there may be a high participation rate. She noted that since the COVID-19 pandemic total participation numbers have dropped, which is consistent with all assessments.

Board Member Moriarty asked if she learned anything during the KĀʻEO process that may help inform the KEA for Kaiapuni (Hawaiian language immersion schools). Shultz replied that the Department cannot approach assessment development in a segmented fashion because there is a small population of Hawaiian speakers who can engage in this work. She shared that every year the Department presents to principals and ‘Aha Kauleo to gather feedback to determine potential biases and accessibility issues.

Board Chairperson Voss stated that the proposed strategic plan Desired Outcome 1.1.1 applies to all students and the development of an appropriate KEA for all schools. He emphasized that the question is related to the process, which is important and noted that OHE did a great job with helping to create the strategic plan values, which includes balance. Board Chairperson Voss stated that this seems to be out of balance because the stakeholders are saying this is not pono (right).

Sang shared that during the November discussion the stakeholders shared that any imposition of mandates on Kaiapuni (Hawaiian language immersion schools) would result in asking why the Department needs to direct what is happening in schools, so there will always be a sense of imbalance. She stated that given what is happening in schools and classrooms, teachers and administrators did have a conversation about the best path forward with caution to find balance. Sang noted that OHE and OCID would need to continue engaging with all partners to hear all voices.

Board Chairperson Voss stated that the Department is proposing changes to the law and what the legislature would do has not been determined. He asked if it would be premature for the Board to approve a timeline and budget before knowing what the legislature would do. Board Chairperson Voss also asked if it was appropriate to defer action until the legislature has the opportunity to make changes to the law and whether there would still be enough time to be able to create an assessment.

Sang stated that the timeframe offers flexibility, but that the Department could expedite some of the process. She noted that the written testimony submitted by Wilson expressed the possibility of existing tools that the Department could consider. Sang also expressed concern about what the Department would say to the community and emphasized that moving forward the Department should provide resources to all schools.

Board Chairperson Voss asked whether the Department be able to continue the work without Board action. Ushijima expressed caution and noted that the Department does not have enough information on the tool Wilson referred to in his written testimony. She also stated that the Department’s plan is ambitious and would require partnership agreements, although some workgroups could start, which may result in the timeline extending further.

Sang noted that an overview of the tool Wilson referred to in written testimony was shared at the stakeholder meeting, but adjustments would need to be made to ensure the tool is in alignment with statutory requirements.

Board Member Arakaki clarified that if the Board defers action the Board’s legislative ad hoc committee can meet with ‘Aha Kauleo and other stakeholders to look at working on an amendment to the law.

Board Member Moriarty stated that based on the Department’s recommendation, the assessment is critical for all students, but that a tool needs to be developed that keeps the uniqueness of Kaiapuni (Hawaiian language immersion schools) in mind. She noted that the recommendation is thoughtful and shows that an assessment would be developed in the best interest of the community. Board Member Moriarty expressed support for the Department to move forward, stated that she understands the issues with mandated assessments, and emphasized that assessments are important to improve the education for all students. She stated that the tool to assess Kaiapuni (Hawaiian language immersion schools) students need to be appropriate and the Department needs to be aware about the fears of the assessment and ensure it is not punitive. Board Member Moriarty reiterated support of the recommendation and stated that it is fair to proceed given the implementation and compliance date, but that she remains open to a waiver.

Board Member Moriarty asked if the July 1, 2023 deadline includes consideration of a waiver. Tammi Chun, Deputy Superintendent of Strategy stated that the Department is still in discussion with legislators, and the interpretation is in good faith to meet the deadline to satisfy the deadline in the law.

Chun stated that a change in law would change the uniform assessment and list of domains. Board Member Moriarty emphasized the importance that the KEA for Kaiapuni (Hawaiian language immersion schools) is culturally sensitive and managed delicately.

Board Member Fallin expressed support for the need for assessment to help students do better in school. She cautioned that based on the input and what was learned from work on prior assessments, the Department needs to engage the community. She stated that if the Board moves forward in good faith, the Department does not need to revise the recommendation and expressed concern that if the Board does not take action there would be a negative impact on the Department's ability to move forward. Ushijima stated that a specific targeted date would be very helpful, particularly because it is not clear whether an online platform would be required, which would significantly impact the timeline.

Board Vice Chairperson Barcarse left the meeting at 4:49 p.m.

Board Member Moriarty stated that based on the testimony, the Department has engaged in a thoughtful process to meet the requirements of the law and can also gather the important assessment data. She stated that right now assessments are made using criteria each person has in their heads, which is not transparent, but that this is an opportunity to change that. Board Member Moriarty stated that the process is a healthy one and expressed understanding for the concerns raised but that she does not support deferring Board action.

Board Chairperson Voss explained that given that the law will certainly change and what changes will be made are not known he is inclined not to take action and commit funds.

Board Vice Chairperson Barcarse returned to the meeting at 4:52 p.m.

Board Member Fallin stated that it is important as a Board to send a clear message that supports appropriate assessment to the legislature and taking action will show support.

Board Chairperson Voss stated that depending on any legislative changes the Board would need to amend prior approvals.

Board Chairperson Voss called for a roll call vote on the motion. The motion carried with all Board Members Arakaki, Asher, Fallin, Kuraya, McClellan, and Moriarty voting aye and Board Vice Chairperson Barcarse abstaining.

ACTION: Motion to approve the Department’s plan to develop a Kaiapuni KEA as described in Hayashi’s memorandum dated December 15, 2022 (McClellan/Kuraya). The motion carried with six members voting aye and one abstaining.


VII. Adjournment

Board Chairperson Voss adjourned the meeting at 4:55 p.m.


List of the people who submitted written testimony before the meeting


Name
Organization
Agenda Item
Jim ShonVI.B. Board Action on Department’s second operating budget submission for the 2023-2025 fiscal biennium focused on school and system improvements
Alex HarrisHarold K.L. Castle Foundation, Vice President for ProgramsVI.D. Board Action on appointment of AS of OCID; VI.F. Board Action on appointment of AS of OTM
Cheri NakamuraHE’E Coalition, DirectorVI.B. Board Action on Department’s second operating budget submission for the 2023-2025 fiscal biennium focused on school and system improvements; VI.D. Board Action on appointment of AS of OCID; VI.E. Board Action on appointment of AS of OSSS; VI.F. Board Action on appointment of AS of OTM; IV.G. Board Action on Department’s plan and timeline to design, get approval for, and implement the KEA for Kaiapuni (Hawaiian language immersion) schools
Tracy MonroeVI.D. Board Action on appointment of AS of OCID
Rosanna FukudaVI.D. Board Action on appointment of AS of OCID
Winston SakuraiVI.D. Board Action on appointment of AS of OCID
Ka‘iulani Laehā‘Aha Punana Leo, Inc., Ka Luna Ho‘okeleIV.G. Board Action on Department’s plan and timeline to design, get approval for, and implement the KEA for Kaiapuni (Hawaiian language immersion) schools
Kehaulani ‘Aipia-PetersNāwahi Charter School, PelekikenaIV.G. Board Action on Department’s plan and timeline to design, get approval for, and implement the KEA for Kaiapuni (Hawaiian language immersion) schools
William WilsonIV.G. Board Action on Department’s plan and timeline to design, get approval for, and implement the KEA for Kaiapuni (Hawaiian language immersion) schools
Emily Lam and Una ChanVI.D. Board Action on appointment of AS of OCID
Susan RoccoSPIN, CoordinatorVI.E. Board Action on appointment of AS of OSSS
Martha GuinanSEAC, ChairVI.E. Board Action on appointment of AS of OSSS
Keoni Chang-PurdyIV.G. Board Action on Department’s plan and timeline to design, get approval for, and implement the KEA for Kaiapuni (Hawaiian language immersion) schools
Marlies LeeVI.C. Board Action on findings and recommendations of Investigative Committee (a permitted interaction group pursuant to Hawaii Revised Statutes, Section 92-2.5(b)(1)) concerning Board policy positions, legislative proposals, and legislative reports for 2023 Legislative Session: Board legislative reports for the 2023 Legislative Session (annual charter school report)
Susan Pcola-DavisIII. Approval of Meeting Minutes of October 20, 2022 Special Meeting, October 20, 2022 General Business Meeting, November 17, 2022 Special Meeting, and December 1, 2022 Special Meeting; VI.B. Board Action on Department’s second operating budget submission for the 2023-2025 fiscal biennium focused on school and system improvements; VI.D. Board Action on appointment of AS of OCID; VI.E. Board Action on appointment of AS of OSSS; VI.F. Board Action on appointment of AS of OTM; IV.G. Board Action on Department’s plan and timeline to design, get approval for, and implement the KEA for Kaiapuni (Hawaiian language immersion) schools
Kahea FariaIV.G. Board Action on Department’s plan and timeline to design, get approval for, and implement the KEA for Kaiapuni (Hawaiian language immersion) schools
Laura RobertsVI.C. Board Action on findings and recommendations of Investigative Committee (a permitted interaction group pursuant to Hawaii Revised Statutes, Section 92-2.5(b)(1)) concerning Board policy positions, legislative proposals, and legislative reports for 2023 Legislative Session: Board legislative reports for the 2023 Legislative Session (annual charter school report)
Michelle MelendezVI.C. Board Action on findings and recommendations of Investigative Committee (a permitted interaction group pursuant to Hawaii Revised Statutes, Section 92-2.5(b)(1)) concerning Board policy positions, legislative proposals, and legislative reports for 2023 Legislative Session: Board legislative reports for the 2023 Legislative Session (annual charter school report)
Ralph ShermanVI.C. Board Action on findings and recommendations of Investigative Committee (a permitted interaction group pursuant to Hawaii Revised Statutes, Section 92-2.5(b)(1)) concerning Board policy positions, legislative proposals, and legislative reports for 2023 Legislative Session: Board legislative reports for the 2023 Legislative Session (annual charter school report)
Kahele Dukelow‘Aha Kauleo, Luna Ho‘omaluIV.G. Board Action on Department’s plan and timeline to design, get approval for, and implement the KEA for Kaiapuni (Hawaiian language immersion) schools
Shawn FordVI.B. Board Action on Department’s second operating budget submission for the 2023-2025 fiscal biennium focused on school and system improvements
E. Brook Chapman de SousaVI.B. Board Action on Department’s second operating budget submission for the 2023-2025 fiscal biennium focused on school and system improvements
K. ‘Alohilani OkamuraVI.B. Board Action on Department’s second operating budget submission for the 2023-2025 fiscal biennium focused on school and system improvements
Patricia HalagaoVI.B. Board Action on Department’s second operating budget submission for the 2023-2025 fiscal biennium focused on school and system improvements
Randy PerreiraHawaii Government Employees Association, Executive Director VI.B. Board Action on Department’s second operating budget submission for the 2023-2025 fiscal biennium focused on school and system improvements
Katherine RatliffeVI.B. Board Action on Department’s second operating budget submission of the 2023-2025 fiscal biennium focused on school and system improvements