Stories About Hawaii Educators
Watch and read stories about the life-changing impact of local teachers and professors.
Community Testimonials
We are honored to share these memories from our community about the impact of Hawaii educators on their students’ lives.
“My sister Leigh Oshiro worked at St. Francis Preschool and was my daughter’s teacher. I know she puts her heart into her work, and her students love her for it. Hawaii is lucky to have teachers like her.”
Lloyd Oshiro
In honor of Leigh Oshiro
St. Francis Preschool
“Kumu Holly Sumida at Connections Charter School went above and beyond to help my son Cayden (3rd grader) feel welcome while he was learning online in the weeks before our family moved to the Big Island.”
Chris Holland
In honor of Holly Sumida
Connections Charter School
“I was only into football at Kapolei High School, but Mr. Robin Ogino saw a leader in me and pushed me to be better than I could imagine. With his guidance, I was elected class president.”
Darius Kila
In honor of Robin Ogino
Kapolei High School
“I had many great teachers at Waimea High School, but I’ll never forget Mrs. Ruby Doi. She was the sweetest person on earth who taught us teens respect and humility by being a role model of patience.”
Stevette Santiago
In honor of Ruby Doi
Waimea High School