 "Exploring Sustainable Agriculture Solutions through Problem-Based Learning Approaches in the Mālama ʻĀina Field School" PDE3 Course (#AR188102, Section #310878) explores a field-based program linking STEAM & culture, emphasizing problem-based learning, leadership, and community service in our Mālama ‘Āina Field School summer program focusing on sustainable agriculture. DOE teachers who successfully complete all requirements of this course are eligible to receive 3-credits through PDE3.
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Course Fee: There is a $25 course fee required after acceptance into this course. Checks can be made out to Mālama Learning Center. Credit card payment plus a 3% fee is also an option. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until midnight (HST) on May 26. We encourage you to apply today! Teachers outside of the DOE will be accepted on a space available basis. To apply for this course, please fill out the following application. If you are seeking credit, please sign up for this course on the PDE3 website in addition to filling out this application form. This PDE3 course is a program of the Mālama Learning Center and is made possible with the support of the Hawai'i Department of Education's Office of Hawaiian Education. Please contact evy@malamalearningcenter.org for more information or with any questions you may have.
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 Hawai'i Green Collar Institute
Spring 2023 Session Solution Pathways for Sustainable Agriculture as the Climate Changes March 13-17, 2023 8:30am-3:00pm Overnighter at Camp Pālehua on 3/14 We are recruiting high school students in grades 9-12 from West O‘ahu to learn about environmental issues in Hawai‘i including food systems, environmental and community resilience, health, and next generation stewardship. This five-day session during Spring break will focus on, Solutions Pathways for Sustainable Agriculture as the Climate Changes. Each day will feature fun lessons, guest speakers, and hands-on site visits that foster a connection to people and place including an overnighter at Camp Pālehua. Apply today! Please complete the online application. Contact chelsey@malamalearningcenter.org for more information or if you have any questions. The application deadline is February 20, 2023 or until the program is full. We will continue to recruit until the program is filled so best to apply early! You will be notified by February 27 on whether or not you're selected for this program. There will be a $25 program fee due to Mālama Learning Center after notification of acceptance into this program to reserve your spot. The Hawai'i Green Collar Institute is a program of the Mālama Learning Center with support from many partners. This session of HGCI is funded with generous financial support from Kamehameha Schools Ho'oulu Kaiāulu Program.  Hawai'i Green Collar Institute
PDE3 Hybrid Course for Teachers Bringing Hawaiʻi Trees and Forests into Your Classroom Course being on February 16, 2023 Portfolios are due on May 10, 2023 (see specific dates below) This course is now PDE3 approved! Are you a DOE teacher interested in learning more about how to connect ʻāina and forests of Hawaiʻi to create authentic learning for your students? If so, you are encouraged to sign up for this PDE3 course to learn and experience how education can seamlessly incorporate STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math), HĀ (Nā Hopena A’o), and standards such as NGSS. Teachers will build a connection to place, utilize in-class and outdoor lessons based on sites with trees and forests in their communities, and be inspired to create lessons that support 'āina-based learning and 'ike Hawai'i. PDE3 Course Dates: *Subject to change* -Thursday, February 16, 2023 (online): 3:00 pm-5:00 pm -Thursday, February 23, 2023 (online): 3:00 pm-5:00 pm -Thursday, April 27, 2023 (online): 3:00 pm-5:00 pm -Wednesday, May 10: Portfolios DUE! In-Person Dates For Moloka'i Teachers: Saturday, March 4 from 8:00 am - 2:30 pm. We will be working with Moloka'i Land Trust and Papahana Kuaola. In-Person Dates For O'ahu Teachers (choose one): Tuesday, March 14 from 8:30 am – 3:00 pm We will be working with Mālama Learning Center and Hawaiʻi Agriculture Research Center in Kunia. *This is during Spring Break. Saturday, March 25 from 8:30 am – 3:00 pm We will be working with the University of Hawaiʻi's Urban Garden Center in Pearl City. Every in-person experience will be different so we can learn from each other about these sites and what we “take away” from them and what we can “give back” to our students and ʻāina. Registration Instructions Hawai'i Green Collar Institute: Bringing Hawaiʻi Trees and Forests into Your Classroom (Hybrid) SC187887 Sec 310026 INSTRUCTIONS 1) Go pde3.k12.hi.us (PDE3) and add yourself to the wait-list for a specific section of a course 2) Next, go to https://pd.hsta.org/courses and make payment for that specific course section 3) Lastly, once payment is received, HSTA will move you from the “Wait-List” to “Registered” on PDE3 and your enrollment will be confirmed via email Refund/Cancellation Policy: If you need to cancel your registration for this course once you have paid, please remember that full refunds will only be given up to 14 calendar days PRIOR to the State Date of the Course. Read the full HSTA refund/cancellation policy here: www.pd.hsta.org/cancellation-refund-policy There is a $150 per person registration fee for this course. Upon completion and submission of the portfolio, the registration fee will be reimbursed. Contact info@malamalearnincenter.org for more information or if you have any questions. This course is conducted by Mālama Learning Center in partnership with HSTA and with support from the Hawaiʻi Forest Institute and University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa Music Department. It is also funded by grants from the Hawai'i Tourism Authority and the Kaulunani Urban and Community Forestry Program of the DLNR Division of Forestry and Wildlife, and State and Private Forestry, branch of the U.S.D.A. Forest Service, Region 5. USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender.  Hawai'i Green Collar Institute Spring 2022 Session Community Serving 'Āina Careers in West O'ahu March 14 - 18, 2022 8:30am-12:30pm Virtual Orientation (Monday) 8:30am-3:30pm In-Person Days (Tuesday - Friday) We are recruiting high school students in grades 9-12 from West O‘ahu to learn about environmental issues in Hawai‘i, ecosystem and community resilience, and next generation stewardship. This five-day session during Spring break will focus on, Community Serving 'Āina Careers in West O'ahu. Each day will feature fun lessons, guest speakers, and hands-on site visits that foster a connection to people and place. Huaka'i (field trips) will be planned for this week, but is subject to change depending on COVID-19 mandates at that time. Apply today! Please complete the online application. Contact chelsey@malamalearningcenter.org for more information or if you have any questions. The application deadline is February 25, 2022 or until the program is full. We will continue to recruit until the program is filled so best to apply early! You will be notified by March 4 on whether or not you're selected for this program. There will be a $25 program fee due to Mālama Learning Center after notification of acceptance into this program to reserve your spot. The Hawai'i Green Collar Institute is a program of the Mālama Learning Center with support from many partners. This session of HGCI is funded with generous financial support from Kamehameha Schools Kaulu Papahana Huakaʻi program.  Hawai'i Green Collar Institute PDE3 Hybrid Course for Teachers Learning Through the 'Āina of 'Ewa and Wai'anae September 21 - December 28, 2021 (see specific dates below) This course is now PDE3 approved! Are you a DOE teacher interested in learning more about the ʻāina resources within the mokus of 'Ewa and Wai'anae? If so, you are encouraged to sign up for this PDE3 course to learn and experience how education can seamlessly incorporate STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math), HĀ (Nā Hopena A’o), and standards such as NGSS. Teachers will learn about the environmental and cultural resources within these regions, meet organizations stewarding 'āina sites, and be inspired to create lessons that support 'āina-based learning and 'ike Hawai'i.
PDE3 Course Dates: *Subject to change* -Tuesday September 21 (online): 3:30pm-5pm -Thursday September 23 (online): 3:30pm-5pm -Thursday September 30 (online): 3:30pm-5pm -Thursday October 7 (online): 3:30pm-5pm -Monday October 11 (in-person): 8am-3pm -Wednesday October 13 (in-person): 8am-3pm *Choose one in-person date to attend." -Thursday October 21 (online): 3:30pm-5pm -Tuesday November 30: Portfolios DUE! -Tuesday December 28: Course pau! Registration Instructions Hawaii Green Collar Institute: Learning Through the Aina of Ewa and Waianae Moku (Hybrid) IS186956 Sec 306735 INSTRUCTIONS 1) Go pde3.k12.hi.us (PDE3) and add yourself to the wait-list for a specific section of a course 2) Next, go to https://pd.hsta.org/courses and make payment for that specific course section 3) Lastly, once payment is received, HSTA will move you from the “Wait-List” to “Registered” on PDE3 and your enrollment will be confirmed via email Refund/Cancellation Policy: If you need to cancel your registration for this course once you have paid, please remember that full refunds will only be given up to 14 calendar days PRIOR to the State Date of the Course. Read the full HSTA refund/cancellation policy here: www.pd.hsta.org/cancellation-refund-policy There is a $150 per person registration fee for this course. Upon completion and submission of the portfolio, the registration fee will be reimbursed.  Hawai'i Green Collar Institute
Spring 2021 Session Reviving Hawaiʻi’s Estuaries and Aquatic Resources: Marine Conservation Career Exploration for West O’ahu Students March 15-19, 2021 8:30am-12:30pm Virtual Days (Mon-Tues) 8:30am-2:30pm In-Person Days (Wed-Fri) We are recruiting high school students in grades 9-12 from West O‘ahu to learn about environmental issues in Hawai‘i, ecosystem and community resilience, and next generation stewardship. This five-day session during Spring break will focus on, Reviving Hawai'i's Estuaries and Aquatic Resources: Marine Conservation Career Exploration for West O'ahu Students. Each day will feature fun lessons, guest speakers, and hands-on activities that foster a connection to place. Huaka'i (field trips) to a few sites will be planned for this week, but is subject to change depending on COVID-19 mandates at that time. Apply today! Please complete the online application. Contact chelsey@malamalearningcenter.org for more information or if you have any questions. The application deadline is February 26, 2021 or until program is filled. You will be notified by March 5 on whether or not you're selected for this program. There will be a $25 program fee due to Mālama Learning Center after notification of acceptance into this program to reserve your spot. Scholarships may be available for students with financial need. This session of HGCI is conducted by Mālama Learning Center with support from many partners. Funding is provided generously by the National & Oceanic Atmospheric Administration Marine Education & Training Program.  Hawai'i Green Collar Institute
Fall 2020 Session (Rescheduled from Spring 2020) 'Ewa 'Āina Inventory - Environmental Issues & Careers in 'Ewa Moku October 5-7, 2020 8am-12pm via Zoom *Times may vary on some days* We are recruiting high school students in grades 10-12 from Leeward O‘ahu, particularly from the Kapolei and ‘Ewa regions, to learn about environmental issues in Hawai‘i, ecosystem and community resilience, and next generation stewardship. This three-day session during Fall break will focus on 'Ewa 'Āina Inventory - Environmental Issues & Careers in 'Ewa moku. Each day will feature fun lessons, guest speakers, and hands-on activities that foster a connection to place. Huaka'i (field trips) to sites in 'Ewa will be tentatively planned for Winter Break if it's safe to do so. Apply today! Please complete the online application. Contact chelsey@malamalearningcenter.org for more information or if you have any questions. The application deadline is September 23, 2020 or until program is filled. You will be notified by September 25 on whether or not you're selected for this program. There will be a refundable $25 program fee due to Mālama Learning Center after notification of acceptance into this program to reserve your spot. This fee will be refunded for full participation in the three online dates. Students from the 'Ewa and Kapolei regions will be given preference to align with grant objectives from the Kamehameha Schools 'Ewa Region that are subsidizing most costs. Students from other districts are welcome to apply and will be accepted based on space availability. This session of HGCI is conducted by Mālama Learning Center with support from many partners. Funding is provided generously by the Kamehameha Schools 'Ewa Region.  Hawai'i Green Collar Institute
Professional Development Workshop for Teachers Snails & Rat Lungworm in Hawai'i June 24, 2020 9am-12pm FREE ONLINE WORKSHOP! The Mālama Learning Center would like to invite you to join us for the Snails and Rat Lungworm in Hawaiʻi Teacher PD on Wednesday June 24, 2020. Learn all about Snail and Rat Lungworm from the comfort of your home. Grades 6-12 teachers are encouraged to attend this workshop to gain first-hand knowledge from Bishop Museum’s Malacologists performing the most extensive research on snails in the Pacific. Researchers will introduce teachers to lessons that will connect students to local issues surrounding invasive species and Rat Lungworm. You will also get to hear from several high school interns and learn about some of the things they were able to do as a part of their snail survey internship experience. Through this course, you will learn the following: How to identify native and invasive snails in Hawaiʻi, how to manage pest species in your school's gardens, ways to survey for snails on your school's campus and all about Rat Lungworm such as the life cycle, symptoms of Rat Lungworm Disease and ways to prevent it. Join this workshop and learn about snails and Rat Lungworm, receive resources to teach about these topics, and get to know the researchers performing ground-breaking research! Applications are due by June 12, 2020. Please register @ shorturl.at/zXY09 by June 12, 2020. This is a non-credit professional development workshop and no portfolio is required. However, the first 20 teachers that register and complete this virtual workshop will receive FREE educational resources and classroom supplies to help teach about the topics covered in the workshop- we strongly encourage you to sign up as soon as possible! Preference will be given to teachers from Central and West Oʻahu schools. For more information, please see the flyer attached below.  Hawai'i Green Collar Institute
Professional Development Workshop for Teachers 'Āina Education Resources of Waiʻanae February 22, 2020 - 8:00 am - 3:00 pm Are you a teacher in the Waiʻanae region interested in learning more about the ʻāina resources of your moku? Grades 4-12 teachers are encouraged to attend this workshop to learn about the opportunities and resources available in the moku of Waiʻanae. Teachers will get to participate in place-based, hands-on experiences at the Cultural Learning Center at Kaʻala, otherwise known as Kaʻala Farm. Participants will see how education can seamlessly incorporate STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math), HĀ (Nā Hopena A’o), and standards such as NGSS. Teachers will learn about the environmental and cultural resources within the Waiʻanae community, receive resources for place-based curriculum/lessons pertaining to Waiʻanae, and get to know more organizations in the Waiʻanae moku doing 'āina-based work where you can potentially take your students to in the future! Tentative Agenda (Subject to Change) -Huaka'i to Kaʻala Farm -Service learning at Kaʻala Kipuka -Kaʻala Farm tour -Service learning at the loʻi -Guest speakers from PALS/PLACES will talk about ʻāina resources available for teachers This is a non-credit professional development workshop and no portfolio is required. All applicants must submit an application form. The application deadline February 14, 2020 or until program is filled. A $20 non-refundable program fee is required after acceptance into the program to reserve your spot. This session of HGCI is conducted by Mālama Learning Center with support from many partners. Funding for this session is provided generously by Kamehameha Schools Waiʻanae Region and NOAA BWET Hawai'i. This PD workshop is a part of our Wai Huihia Kumu Network. The Wai Huihia Kumu Network is a new program that will provide a space for teachers with varying levels of experience in 'āina-based education to: come together to exchange knowledge, ideas, and resources; learn from each other as well as from other organizations; and build new skills to help teachers feel more confident and supported to implement 'āina-based education. Starting in January 2020, MLC will facilitate monthly meetings and teacher PDs. With support from the Mālama Honua Learner Fund from the Hawaiʻi Department of Education maintained by the STEMS2 program at UH Mānoa, we are pleased to offer cash incentives to help build the Wai Huihia Kumu Network. Grades K-12 D.O.E. teachers who participate in activities coordinated by the Mālama Learning Center for the Wai Huihia Kumu Network will be eligible for a stipend of $25/hour. This incentive will be offered until June 2020 or until funds run out, whichever comes first. Mahalo nui loa to Professor Tara O’Neill of UH Mānoa, College of Education, for her tremendous support of our Wai Huihia Kumu Network and building a sustainable community around Mālama Honua! Contact us at info@malamalearningcenter.org for more information or if you have any questions.  SESSION HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO COVID-19 PRECAUTIONS
Hawai'i Green Collar Institute Spring 2020 Session 'Ewa 'Āina Inventory - Environmental Issues & Careers in 'Ewa Moku March 16-20, 2020 8am-3pm* *Times may vary on some days; overnight camp on 3/17-3/18 SESSION HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO COVID-19 PRECAUTIONS We are recruiting high school students in grades 10-12 from Leeward O‘ahu, particularly from the Kapolei and ‘Ewa regions, to learn about environmental issues in Hawai‘i, ecosystem and community resilience, and next generation stewardship. This five-day session during Spring break will focus on 'Ewa 'Āina Inventory - Environmental Issues & Careers in 'Ewa moku. There will be an overnighter at Camp Pālehua, field trips, hands-on activities, and much more! Please complete the online application. Contact chelsey@malamalearningcenter.org for more information or if you have any questions. The application deadline is February 16, 2020 or until program is filled. A $25 program fee is required after acceptance into the program to reserve your spot. Students from the 'Ewa and Kapolei regions will be given preference to align with grant objectives from the Kamehameha Schools 'Ewa Region that are subsidizing most costs. Students from other districts are welcome to apply and will be accepted based on space availability. This session of HGCI is conducted by Mālama Learning Center with support from many partners. Funding is provided generously by the Kamehameha Schools 'Ewa Region. |
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