by Kate Righter | Apr 2, 2017 | Uncategorized
“We are dismayed that First Hawaiian chose to promote families going into debt to send their 5-year-olds to private elementary schools… A sad commentary on public education in our state.” Editorial in the Island Voices of the Star Advertiser By Lois...
by Kate Righter | Feb 14, 2017 | Uncategorized
PPS – HI members joined about 6,000 teachers in rallying at the Hawaii State Capitol for higher pay and more teacher support. Board member Clare Hanusz and public school student Brennan Connolly gave a great speech, and our organization also went up to the...
by Kate Righter | Feb 11, 2017 | Uncategorized
February 13, 2017 The Honorable Governor David Y. Ige Governor, State of Hawai‘i Executive Chambers, State Capitol Honolulu, HI 96813 Dear Governor Ige: Parents for Public Schools of Hawai‘i (PPS Hawai‘i) is a 6-year-old 501c(3) non-profit, mostly volunteer...
by Kate Righter | Oct 21, 2016 | Uncategorized
Washington Middle School was the first school where PPS HI held tours and transition nights, back in 2012. The purpose of these events are twofold: to help prepare parents for the changes that their child will be experiencing, and also to encourage parents to...
by Kate Righter | Oct 3, 2016 | Uncategorized
Governor’s Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) Team invites students, Teachers, Principals, Vice Principals, School Staff Members, Parents, Community Members, and all who are interested in supporting public education in Hawaii. The purpose of these community...
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