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Only 2 more days until the 94th Hawaii State PTSA Convention on… April 30th! Are you signed up yet? We have a special guest speaker planned for this year’s event, Interim Superintendent Keith Hayashi. To learn more about this year’s convention, visit www.hawaiistateptsa.org/convention-2022.html

It is not too late to REGISTER for the Hawaii State PTSA VIRTUAL Convention! We invite you to join us (virtually) on Saturday, April 30th for this special annual event.

This year’s convention theme is Building for the Future, as we seek ways to build stronger, healthier school communities, strengthen parent involvement in the school system, and equip parents and their children with the tools to be successful in the classroom, on college campuses, in technical trades, and as global citizens. Visit our event site for more information or to register.

TODAY (4/24) is the deadline to place your order to get your ingredients in time for the ʻAina in the Schools! - Launching the Next Generation of ‘Ulu Ambassadors - Lunch & Learn session! Use the special event discount code: PTSA to receive 5% off! Link: https://eatbreadfruit.com/discount/PTSA?redirect=%2Fproducts%2Fhawaiifarmersmarketbox

As volunteers, sometimes it is the business end of PTA that can be the biggest challenge and yet, it is essential to maintaining your non-profit status.

PTA Money Matters…the Foundation workshop provides tips and resources to help PTA treasurers and other board members gain a better understanding of the important requirements to keep your local unit on financial track and in good standing. Sign up for Convention now at https://www.hawaiistateptsa.org/convention-2022.html.

Each PTA member represents a voice for our students. At this year’s Hawaii State PTSA Convention (April 30th), Liz Sager, past Hawaii State PTSA President, will be hosting a workshop entitled Building Your Team/Membership Matters. Liz will provide tips on how to build a relevant and modern PTA, attract new and diverse members, engage volunteers, and meet your community needs. Sign up for Convention now at https://www.hawaiistateptsa.org/convention-2022.html.

It’s been a tough couple of years. Join us in the upcoming Children’s Mental Health: Tips for Parents and Educators workshop for a brief overview of children’s mental health as we adjust to the new norms in face-to-face learning.

We will examine the effects of the pandemic on children’s well-being and provide resources for parents and educators to support children’s mental health within developmental expectations. Sign up for the Hawaii State PTSA Convention now at https://www.hawaiistateptsa.org/convention-2022.html.

Attend the Building the Foundations of Aloha to explore concepts of ALOHA (Akahai, Lōkahi, ʻOluʻolu, Haʻahaʻa, and Ahonui) as shared in the wisdom of Uncle Pono Shim and Auntie Pilahi P**i.

In this session, we will share the deeper meaning of ALOHA, and why it is important for all of us -- parents, teachers, students, community supporters -- to develop a foundation of ALOHA upon which to build a meaningful community here in Hawaiʻi and beyond. Sign up for Convention now at https://www.hawaiistateptsa.org/convention-2022.html.

Only 10 more days until the 94th Hawaii State PTSA Convention on… April 30th! Are you signed up yet? We have a special guest speaker planned for this year’s event, Interim Superintendent Keith Hayashi. To learn more about this year’s convention, visit www.hawaiistateptsa.org/convention-2022.html

The 94th Hawaii State PTSA Convention is just around the corner… April 30th! Are you signed up yet? We have great keynote speakers planned for this year’s event, including the Retired 2nd Circuit Court Judge Richard Bissen. We can’t wait to be inspired by Judge Bissen!! To learn more about our event speakers or about this year’s convention, visit www.hawaiistateptsa.org/convention-2022.html.

Protecting your PTA’s non-profit status and fulfilling legal responsibilities can be daunting. Attend the Hammering Out Financial Obligations workshop to learn the details of PTA finances with this workshop covering advanced topics, such as IRS, Hawaii Department of Taxation, and Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs (DCCA) obligations. Learn about the IRS 990 form, General Excise Tax (GET) filing, and DCCA filings. Learn more or register at https://www.hawaiistateptsa.org/convention-2022.html.

How familiar are you with your local unit’s bylaws? Attend the Bylaws…the Framework of your PTA workshop to learn how this important living document is designed to provide the structure and define the specific rules under which PTA functions. Bylaws provide the framework for a smooth-running association. Additionally, this workshop will cover the process to review and amend local unit bylaws. Sign up for Convention now at https://www.hawaiistateptsa.org/convention-2022.html.

Summer Fun is returning to dozens of City park locations across O‘ahu in 2022! https://www.honolulu.gov/parks/program/summer-fun-program.html

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10/18/2023

Posted • The Department is encouraging students and staff to wear orange this Wednesday in solidarity to Unite for Kindness, Acceptance and Aloha for Unity Day.

Show your support by wearing orange and using the hashtags .

10/02/2023

"I am Hopeful Because..." | PTA Reflections Theme Reveal 2023-2024 “I am Hopeful Because…” is the new theme! Use it as inspiration for your creative submissions to this year’s Reflections program. PTA.org/Ref...

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09/30/2023

09/28/2023

Vendors have always said the Noelani Craft Fair is one of the best fairs around! Come and see for yourself — applications for craft and food vendors are currently open! 🙌🏽😄

Noelani Craft Fair is not just another outdoor market…it’s the longest running craft fair, dating back to 1989! With a strong Mānoa community base, it is a one of a kind family-friendly event, that attracts many customers, has plenty of entertaining options, a diverse group of vendors, and food trucks on site! The Fair is situated in the beautiful Mānoa area, with ample parking spots.

We take care of our vendors! Apply now and take advantage of our lunch pre-order & delivery option from participating food trucks.

The early bird vendor fee is $110 until the end of September, and the standard application fee is $130. See bio to apply through the craft fair link. 🤙🏽💚

09/21/2023

Noelani’s Fundraiser for Maui is just 10 days away! 🩷💚

We'll gratefully accept gently used keiki books, games, crafts, toys, bake sale treats, and drinks to sell. Also still looking for volunteers to help with setup on Fri, 9/29, and day of event on Sat, 9/30.

Make sure that you're saving your plastic cans and bottles (no glass, please), and bring them with you to the event for the recycling drive! And while you’re there you can browse our keiki swap meet and buy the yummy baked goods! Spread the word, all are welcome!

09/17/2023

SAVE THE DATE! Community members are welcome to participate in Noelani PTA's Fundraiser for Maui on Saturday, September 30th from 8:30am-12:00pm!

Bring plastic bottles & cans to recycle ♻️ and money 💵 to purchase gently used keiki games, books, and toys + homemade treats! 📚🚂🧸🍪🧁

All proceeds will be going to Maui students and schools affected by the wildfires. Please spread the word to family and friends!

Noelani friends: You can sign up to help at bit.ly/noelanilovesmaui

08/31/2023

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Please join us for our informational membership meeting where we will discuss available board positions and establish needs for each committee. Launching these areas will kickstart our ability to begin operations to support programs at NHIS. We look forward to a productive time spent with you all. Mahalo

08/20/2023

Aloha! If you were unable to attend the ‘23-‘24 Hawai’i State PTSA Leadership Training this morning and are still interested, we have two sessions remaining. Please sign-up here: https://www.hawaiistateptsa.org/leadership-training.html

08/20/2023

08/20/2023

08/16/2023

Posted • These tips come directly from The National Traumatic Stress Network and Children’s Hospital of Orange County. How you use these tips will depend heavily on your current situation so adapt them as you see fit. And while I am not an expert in this field, if you have questions or need extra support in this, I’ll try to find more resources for you.

Please share these tips with all parents and caregivers who have young keiki. Even if your family wasn’t directly affected by the fires, your keiki may still be feeling anxious or may be asking you questions.

Love you ‘ohana. Let’s support our keiki as much as we can as they navigate through this tragedy alongside us 💛

08/14/2023

Mahalo for your kako'o (support), National Parent Teacher Association

To help assist those affected by the Maui wildfires, we encourage those who can to donate to our association’s Disaster Relief Fund at https://bit.ly/2xA9XuL. We also encourage those in need of mental health support to visit https://bit.ly/3s2pH9O for free tools and resources.

To help assist those affected by the Maui wildfires, we encourage those who can to donate to our association’s Disaster Relief Fund at https://bit.ly/2xA9XuL. We also encourage those in need of mental health support to visit https://bit.ly/3s2pH9O for free tools and resources.

08/11/2023

Maui United Way is another trusted organization accepting donations to help with disaster relief in Maui. The Maui United Way has been a part of the fabric of giving in Maui County for many years and the funds will be given 100% to the families of Maui County. Hawai'i State PTSA National Parent Teacher Association

Our hearts are broken for our island home. Please keep us in your prayers as we work together to get through this. Maui United Way is urgently activating its Maui Fire Disaster Relief Fund. The aim is to provide immediate financial assistance through grants to nonprofits at the forefront of relief efforts, as well as directly to households that have been deeply affected. We are accepting donations at mauiunitedway.org/disasterrelief

08/11/2023

Hawaii Community Foundation is a reputable organization providing on-the-ground support to those affected by the fires. Please, if you can, consider making a donation. 100% will go to the community to help those in need. Please keep in mind that people have lost everything - their family and friends, homes, cars, jobs, and businesses. Hawai'i State PTSA National Parent Teacher Association

The Hawai‘i Community Foundation, with the generosity of donors, has activated its Maui Strong Fund with $1 million in commitments to support residents affected by the Maui wildfires.

The effort was anchored by a $500,000 contribution from the Omidyar ‘Ohana Fund at HCF, in addition to $170,000 from existing funds in the Maui Strong Fund, $100,000 from the Goodfellow Bros., $50,000 from Hawai‘i Life, $25,000 from the Cooke Foundation, $25,000 from Shangri La Museum of Islamic Art, Culture & Design, a center of the Doris Duke Foundation, and anonymous donors.

“HCF is collaborating with Maui County Mayor Bissen, state leaders, and nonprofit organizations to assess the evolving situation and the priorities needed to support Maui residents at this time,” says Micah Kāne, CEO and president of HCF. “The Maui Strong Fund will provide resources that can be deployed quickly, with a focus on relief and recovery for the devastating wildfires that are still taking place on Maui. A sincere mahalo to our donors who continue to support our community in the times we need it most. Our hearts go out to everyone on Maui right now.”

HCF will not be collecting a fee for donations to the Maui Strong Fund; 100 percent of the funds will be distributed for community needs.

For nonprofit organizations seeking funding, please email your request to [email protected]. In an effort to move resources swiftly and to reduce the burden on organizations serving on the frontlines, HCF is forgoing a formal application process at this time. The initial round of grants is expected to be released as soon as possible.

For donations to the Maui Strong Fund at HCF, visit https://www.hawaiicommunityfoundation.org/maui-strong.

For questions or additional information on giving, please contact Donor Services at (808) 566-5560 or [email protected].

See our full press release on our website.

08/09/2023

With the exception of Hāna High & Elementary in East Maui, all other HIDOE public schools on Maui will be closed to students and staff today due to the ongoing wildfires and evacuations on the island.

See the latest updates on https://www.hawaiipublicschools.org/

08/09/2023

Sending prayers (p**e) to our Maui families affected by the wildfires. ❤️

08/06/2023

O‘ahu High School Students and Families: Activate Your HOLO Card! The EXPRESS program is now accepting applications for students to receive free transportation on TheBus and Skyline rail. See the parent letter and flyer with instructions: https://bit.ly/3q6DiMM

07/17/2023

Did you know it takes less than 10 mins to file your 990N tax form online if you've logged in before using the IRS's new ID.me sign-in option?

It's never TOO early to file your PT(S)A taxes (990-N Form) online after the close of each school fiscal year. The deadline to file is 15th day of the 5th month following the end of the fiscal year (typically, Nov. 15th).

File online for free at https://www.irs.gov/charities-non-profits/annual-electronic-filing-requirement-for-small-exempt-organizations-form-990-n-e-postcard, if your unit's annual gross receipts are normally $50,000 or less. Registration takes 5 mins and filing 10 mins (max).

Per the IRS, a PTA must file the appropriate Form 990 every year. There are no exceptions to this requirement. Not filing the Form 990 will place the PTA's tax-exempt status in jeopardy and may result in the PTA having to pay significant fines and penalties. If you discover your PTA is currently delinquent in filing the appropriate Form 990, contact the HI State PTSA immediately.

07/17/2023

The HIDOE online school bus pass application & payment feature for school year 2023-2024 is now OPEN! Parents and guardians can visit https://hi.etrition.com/busapplication to sign up.

07/16/2023

Join us at Pāhoa High and Intermediate's Back to School Family Resource Fair! Opportunities for students and families. Get your class schedules, pay school fees, enjoy a FREE lunch, and explore community resource booths offering youth banking, sports physicals, health and fitness info, youth job opportunities, and housing info.

A huge Mahalo to Leilani .luiz, Community Schools Coordinator, for organizing this event. Any questions may be sent to [email protected]

07/12/2023

ICYMI: The Campbell-Kapolei Complex Area is holding a job fair at Ka Makana Ali‘i this Friday! Learn more about various job opportunities and apply in-person.

Photos from Vibrant Hawaii Island's post

07/12/2023

Maui Now : Kamaliʻi Elementary School principal honored with PBL Champion of the Year award

06/30/2023

Ho'omaika'i 'ana (Congratulations), Kamali'i Elementary School PTA Kamali'i Elementary School PTA

Maui Now : Kamaliʻi Elementary School principal honored with PBL Champion of the Year award Kamaliʻi Elementary School principal, Cynthia “Cyndi” Rothdeutsch, was recognized as the Project Based Learning Champion of the Year by PBL Works. The prestigious national award acknowledges Rothdeutsch’s outstanding contributions to education and her dedication to implementing project-based ...

06/25/2023

Please share this post with youth interested in civic engagement! Contact the Honolulu Youth Commission if you have any questions.

Repost : This year’s deadline is approaching to apply for the Honolulu Youth Commission!

This round of applications will be selecting 3 mayoral appointees and one per council-member for districts 2, 4, 5, 6 and 8 (the selecting districts alternate each year). The application page can help you find which council district you fall under. You can apply for mayoral appointee if you aren’t in one of this year’s districts.

The application requires you to list your educational background and allows you to share any volunteer or work experience. You can also provide letters of recommendation, resumes, or other supporting documents to strengthen your application. Have those ready before filling out the form as the application must be finished in one sitting. Give yourself enough time to fill out the application before the 6/30 deadline!

Share this post with any youth interested in civic engagement!
https://www.honolulu.gov/yc

06/25/2023

Check out the National PTA 2023-2024 Reflections Call for Entries video for this year's theme, "I am Hopeful Because...":

06/22/2023

06/22/2023

What can you do to support families moving to Hawaiʻi from the island nations of Micronesia? How can you build stronger relationships with these families?

Paul Hadik is sharing his experience-backed insights at an HFEC-sponsored webinar on Wednesday, July 26th. Come join the conversation!

☆ To register: https://hawaii.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEuduigpzgrGte_IWI1tRqjBNmdHhorECEQ #/registration

☆ Accessible flyer: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Il5t-z-zqirV3DdV3BlZtki_ctHUPSjAeULM3PZ388s/edit

06/22/2023

Sensory Friendly Film is Coming to Hilo! Join us for our next sensory friendly film in Hilo on July 1. The show will start at 11:00am promptly. The concessions will be open from 10:30am. Get tickets to the next sensory friendly film at autismsocietyhi.org or linked in our bio!

06/22/2023

Project Hokulani application deadline for the Hōkūlani Scholars Program has been extended to June 30!

Project Hōkūlani is an educational research program housed at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa and funded by the U.S. Department of Education Native Hawaiian Education Program Grant. Haumana (preference given to those with Native Hawaiian ancestry) who will be in grades 9-12 in the fall of 2023 on Oʻahu, Molokaʻi, Lanaʻi, Kauaʻi or Hawaiʻi islands.

The Hōkūlani program consists of 5 components – (1) academic
enrichment in science, (2) mentoring, (3) college transition support, (4) STEM internship, and (5) ʻohana workshops. The program commitment is for one year, from September 2023 to July 2024.

For more information, see the attached flyer for informational meeting dates, eligibility and requirements, and online application link and QR code. Refer additional inquiries to Project Hokulani at [email protected].

06/15/2023

Representatives from the Hawai'i State PTSA Board are excited to join child advocates from across the country to share knowledge and take care of association business at the 57th Annual National PTA Convention kicking off tomorrow!! !

is just a day away! Register for to join us in showing you are and to support one another and work together to prepare our kids for the opportunities that await them.

Register today! https://bit.ly/3KMmFfK

Photos from Hawai'i Public Schools's post

06/01/2023

Summer Meals Program details on O’ahu -

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05/27/2023

Photos from Hawaiʻi State Public Library System's post

05/27/2023

05/27/2023

Read to Me International is hosting its annual reading conference on June 8. Join in this free virtual conference with national children's authors! The theme of the conference is Reading from the Heart, e heluhelu mai ka na'au – Celebrating Our Cultures and Voices with authors Andrea Wang and Tammy Yee.

Register now! https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcvc-mrrzMrHdGiMQock8gzZVT9Y_cC2EWe

05/27/2023

Interested in learning more about College Funding Plans for your keiki's future? Please visit our HSPTSA Convention 2023 Exhibitor's site, The College Planning House, for more details!

Discover our "College Funding Plans" that offer you a menu of options, allowing you to customize your financial strategy and create a pathway to success.

www.thecollegeplanninghouse.com