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In Search Of Food Sponsors
“Summer food programs are critical for many keiki who rely on school meals for their daily nutrition,” states DOE superin- tendent Christina Kishimoto. “Balanced meals help to fuel learning, physical activ- ities and growth. We thank our partners for
Workshops for new and returning spon- sors are slated to run March 22-April 2 from Hawaiʻi Child Nutrition Programs.
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program is currently in search of local organizations to help serve low-income communities this summer. Through the initiative, children are provided free, nutritious meals when school is not in session.
their tremendous support during the summer break.”
Schools, public agencies, churches and private nonprofits can now apply to become a sponsor. Reimbursements will be given out to those who serve healthy meals and snacks at approved sites for kids age 18 and under.
For more information, contact Daniel Sutcharitkul at 587-3600 or daniel.sutcharit- kul@k12.hi.us.
UH Program Guides High School Grads
HOME BUILDING and REMODELING
To support local high school seniors, Universi- ty of Hawaiʻi Community Colleges and Hawaiʻi P-20 Partnerships for Education, along with community part- ners, will offer the Next Steps for Your Future pro- gram for the second year. The initiative supports and guides graduates who want to discover their post-high school plans.
Students who opt into the program will be connected with a UH Hawaiʻi Advis- ing Cadre member. Over the course of eight weeks, they can discuss the student’s next move, whether that be enrolling in college, or en- tering the military or work- force.
tain criteria also have the chance to participate in free UH Community Colleges summer career exploration courses.
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“We are excited to once again offer free summer ca- reer exploration classes to help our recent high school graduates develop plans and take the next steps toward their goals,” states UH vice president for community colleges Erika Lacro. “These classes are an opportunity for students to develop plans for their future, become fa- miliar with our community colleges across the state and get a head start on college classes in the fall.”
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“As the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic con- tinues to challenge Hawai‘i’s high school seniors in their final year, we are committed to providing the support they need to achieve their poten- tial on their paths to better futures for themselves and our islands,” states UH pres- ident David Lassner.
“Our graduating seniors have spent the majority of their final year learning from home,” states Stephen Schatz, executive director for Hawai‘i P–20. “We will provide these students with one-on-one personalized advising and counseling support over the summer so they can successfully and seamlessly transition to their post-high school plans.”
March 26, Friday, 10 am-5 pm March 27, Saturday, 10 am-5 pm March 28, Sunday, 10 am-5 pm
Teens who meet a cer-
For more information, visit hawaiip20.org or uhcc. hawaii.edu/nextstep.
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