HAWAIʻI STATE LEGISLATURE TO RECOGNIZE OUTSTANDING EDUCATORS, STUDENTS, AND STAFF DURING EDUCATION WEEK

HONOLULU - The annual Education Week hosted by the Hawaiʻi State Legislature returns this year, to honor exceptional individuals in education. Co-sponsored by Senate Vice President Michelle N. Kidani (District 18 – Mililani Town, Waipiʻo Gentry, Crestview, Waikele, portion of Waipahu, Village Park, Royal Kunia) and Representative Justin H. Woodson (District 9 – Kahului, Puʻunēnē, portion of Wailuku), the event will be held at the Hawaiʻi State Capitol from March 17 to 21, 2025. 

“Education Week at the State Capitol is a time to celebrate the incredible work of educators and students across our state,” said Senate Vice President Kidani, who chairs the Senate Committee on Education. “It’s an opportunity to reflect on the progress we've made in strengthening our public education system and renew our commitment to making sure every student in Hawaiʻi has access to the resources they need to thrive.” 

“Each year, the Legislature proudly recognizes exceptional leaders who positively impact our students' lives and demonstrate a strong commitment to quality education, leadership, and supporting student success,” stated Representative Woodson, chair of the House Committee on Education. 

AWARD PRESENTATIONS DURING FLOOR SESSIONS 

Awardees will be recognized daily during Floor Session in the Senate and House Chambers, respectively. 

Senate Floor Session – 11:30 a.m. 

House Floor Session – 12:00 p.m. 

Monday, March 17: 

• State Teacher of the Year 

• Milken Teachers of the Year 

Tuesday, March 18: 

• Senate Youth Delegates 

• Prudential Emerging Visionary 

• National Blue Ribbon Schools 

Wednesday, March 19:  

• Hawaiʻi Association of Secondary School Administrators’ Principal & Assistant Principal of the Year 

• National Association of Elementary Schools’ Principal & Assistant Principal of the Year 

• Hawaiʻi State Principal & Assistant Principal of the Year 

• Masayuki Tokika Excellence in School Leadership  

• Hawaiʻi State Counselor of the Year 

Thursday, March 20:  

• Charter School Teacher of the Year 

• Complex Area Teachers of the Year 

Friday, March 21:  

• Hawaiʻi LifeSmarts State Winners 

CLICK HERE for the full list of awardees who will be recognized during Education Week 2025.

EDUCATION WEEK EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES AT THE CAPITOL 

There will also be various events open to the public during this week. 

Monday, March 17: Friends of the Library Book Fair, Conference Room 224, 8:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. 

Wednesday, March 19: HSTA: Shaping ED Policy Informational Booth, 4th Floor Lanai, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.  

Thursday, March 20: HI Public Education Student Showcase, 4th Floor Lanai, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.  

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