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Really neat performance pic in here–the topic of breaking barriers in gender and racial representation, in Star Wars! Other photos of some behind the scenes teacher heroes, our live music feature @dna_muse_ic, and Aiko and sister Amy reuniting with beloved former kumu at our alma mater King Intermediate. Many generations. This is Hawai'i History Day! #windwardsidebestside
Just a few tiny pictures from the Windward District Hawai'i History Day Fair today. Amazing to hear judge comments like: "America is in good hands." "I could not have done that at that age." And "Talking to that kid, I thought: they are gonna -be- somebody one day." We are so grateful to our teachers and families and History Day students. At the end, Kumu Valerie Baldovi shared "gossip" and intrigue about our Breaking Barriers role model this year: Emma Nakuina. She carried a message to all the youth: never lose your niele. Your curiosity. Never stop asking questions."
Our facilitated discussion program, Try Think, is collaborating with the Waiʻanae Public Library to present a 3-part discussion series, Transitions. On February 26th at the Waiʻanae Public Library, we'll be presenting a free screening of the documentary, Out of State, which tackles some difficult issues in our prison system and how those issues impact our local communities.
After the screening, Try Think will be hosting an open and honest discussion about transitions and incarceration. We invite our community to join in these conversations.
What kinds of goals should our society have regarding incarceration and for what follows?
What kinds of questions will you ask?
We will also be providing light refreshments, so if you're thinking about coming, it would be fantastic if you could RSVP to help us with our planning.
RSVP link in bio.
#TryThink #outofstatefilm #hspls
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The Hawai‘i Council for the Humanities Appoints Aiko Yamashiro as its New Executive Director
HONOLULU, HAWAI‘I—The Hawai‘i Council for the Humanities (HCH) is proud to announce the selection of Aiko Yamashiro as its new executive director. She officially began her new role on January 1, 2019. “Aiko brings an impressive set of talents and deep passion to HCH,” says …
New Humanities Program to Engage Prison Inmates with Sense of Community
HONOLULU—As part of our commitment to create opportunities for all citizens to gather, discuss and build community, we are pleased to announce the pilot series of Try Think, an innovative new discussion program for incarcerated individuals to reflect on current events and talk openly about their thoughts and feelings about the cultural, political and social issues that define our world today.
Mililani Student and Teacher Team Win Trip to Study D-Day in France
HONOLULU—A Mililani High School student-teacher team will visit Normandy, France, this summer with all expenses paid as part of the Normandy: Sacrifice for Freedom® Albert H. Small Student and Teacher Institute.
Hawai‘i History Day Call for Judges
HONOLULU—Do you love history? Want to be part of a fun and rewarding experience supporting dynamic historical projects created by students? Then we are looking for you!
Hawai‘i Council for the Humanities Awards Grants Totaling $60,405
HONOLULU—The Hawai‘i Council for the Humanities recently awarded seven grants totaling $60,405 for development and production of public humanities projects throughout the state.
Hawai‘i Council for the Humanities Board of Directors Elects New Members and Officers
HONOLULU—The Hawaiʻi Council for the Humanities (HCH) Board of Directors elected two new members at its December 10, 2016 meeting.
Bill of Rights Commemorative Exhibit Coming to Hawai‘i
HONOLULU—The Hawai‘i Council for the Humanities has partnered with the National Archives and Records Administration along with the Federation of State Humanities Councils to provide a free pop-up exhibit observing the 225th anniversary of the Bill of Rights to 43 display sites in Hawai‘i.
Scott Clarke Named 2016 Hawai‘i History Teacher of the Year
HONOLULU—Scott Clarke, a social studies teacher at H.P. Baldwin High School, was officially recognized as the 2016 Hawaiʻi History Teacher of the Year, an award sponsored by The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History and facilitated locally by the Hawai‘i Council for the Humanities (HCH), at the Schools of the Future Conference on October 21, 2016.
Give Aloha at Foodland to Help HCH Raise Funds
HONOLULU—This month the Hawai‘i Council for the Humanities is participating in Give Aloha, Foodland’s Annual Community Matching Gifts Program, which honors the popular, locally owned grocery retailer’s founder, Maurice J. “Sully” Sullivan, and continues his legacy of giving back to the community.
Hawai‘i Council for the Humanities Board of Directors Elects New Members
HONOLULU—The Hawaiʻi Council for the Humanities (HCH) Board of Directors elected five new members at its July 23, 2016 meeting. The new members are Amy Boehning, Colleen C. Furukawa, Joy Holland, Joseph Rothstein and Grant Yoshikami.
Tony Quagliano International Poetry Award 2016 Winner Announced
HONOLULU—Writer Warren Slesinger of Beaufort, South Carolina, was selected as the winner of the 2016 Tony Quagliano International Poetry Award…
Hawaiʻi History Day Students Bring Home Top Honors from National Competition
HONOLULU—Hawaiʻi History Day students continued the tradition of excellence for the 26th consecutive year by capturing top awards at the 2016 Kenneth E. Behring National History Day Contest.