Hawaiian Airlines criticized after memo said native language would be axed for inclusivity

Hawaiian Airlines quickly faced community backlash after a memo was sent out noting a misworded policy rewrite, suggesting ...

Handbook rewrite, incorrect memo prompt concerns for Hawaiian Airlines

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A policy rewrite and a misworded memo about it caused concern for employees and frequent flyers of ...
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National resolution celebrates Hawaiian language

Select an option below to continue reading this premium story. Already a Honolulu Star-Advertiser subscriber? Log in now to continue reading. Canda created Nanea TV in partnership with Kumu Eleena ...
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Hawaii tourism officials downplay threat to native language

Select an option below to continue reading this premium story. Already a Honolulu Star-Advertiser subscriber? Log in now to continue reading. HTA Chief Stewardship Officer Kalani Ka‘ana‘ana said he is ...

Hawaiian Language Schools Grow As DOE Shrinks. There’s One Big Problem

The state doesn't have enough teachers to keep up with demand for schools taught in Hawaiian. Upcoming retirements are ...

Hawaiian Language Immersion Schools Popular, but Number of Qualified Teachers Doesn't Meet Demand

In Hawaii, enrollment in schools that teach primarily in the Hawaiian language has increased by 68% over the past decade ...
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White House AANHPI initiative marks Hawaiian Language Month

HONOLULU (Island News) – February is Hawaiian Language Month and an event Wednesday places that celebration into a national spotlight. Mahina Olelo Hawaii has had many activities and gatherings ...
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Advocates call on DOE to reinstate, expand immersive Hawaiian language education class

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Families and keiki fighting for the return of a Hawaiian immersion class in Windward Oahu held a rally Thursday, calling on the Department of Education to reinstate one ...
Napa Valley Register

Once near extinction Hawaiian language making strong comeback

KE'EAU, Hawai'i — Portraits in the school's library are not of U.S. presidents but Hawaiian royalty, from King Kamehameha to Princess Ka'iulani. Near the classroom door rubber slippers are tidily ...