Hawai'i Green Collar Institute
Professional Development Workshop for Teachers 'Āina Education Resources of 'Ewa January 25 & February 8, 2020 - 8:00 am - 3:00 pm Teachers in the 'Ewa region are encouraged to attend this workshop to gain first-hand knowledge from community experts and participate in place-based, hands-on experiences in the moku of 'Ewa that will connect teaching to local and global issues. Participants will see how education can seamlessly incorporate STEAM, HA (Nā Hopena A’o), and NGSS. Come and learn about the environmental and cultural resources of this moku (region), get ideas and are inspired to create place-based curriculum/lessons pertaining to 'Ewa, and get to know more organizations in the 'Ewa moku doing 'āina-based work! Tentative Agenda (Subject to Change) Day 1 - Wai/Kai Resources of 'Ewa -'Ewa 'Āina Inventory Resource -Huaka'i & service trip to Kapapapuhi (Mālama Pu'uloa) -'Ewa Limu Project Presentation & Lesson w/Uncle Wally Ito (Kua'āina Ulu 'Auamo) Day 2 - Mauka Resources of 'Ewa -Huaka'i to Pā cultural site w/Ranger Thomas Anuheali'i -Huaka'i & service trip to Pālehua Mauka Nursery -Talk story w/Dr. Manulani Meyer on Cultural Landscaping Project at UH West O'ahu -'Ewa mo'olelo lesson This is a non-credit professional development workshop and no portfolio is required. 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 PD's. 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 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! All applicants must submit an application form. Contact us at info@malamalearningcenter.org for more information or if you have any questions. The application deadline January 5, 2020 or until program is filled. A $40 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 'Ewa Regions and NOAA BWET Hawai'i.
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Hawai'i Green Collar Institute
Fall 2019 Session Bridging Island Communities Toward Conservation Stewardship October 7-11, 2019 8am-3:30pm* *Times may vary on some days; Overnight camp on October 8 to 9. We are now recruiting high school students grades 10-12 from Leeward and Windward O‘ahu to learn about environmental issues in their communities and future jobs in “green collar” careers during Fall Intersession break. This will be our first time including students from Windward O'ahu and we are excited to bring Leeward and Windward students together to bridge communities in service of the 'aina. There will be an overnight camp, field trips, hands-on activities, and much more! All applicants must submit an application form. Please complete the online application form. Applications are due September 13, 2019 (or until program is filled). A $25 program supply fee will be required after acceptance into the program to reserve your spot. Contact chelsey@malamalearningcenter.org for more information or if you have any questions. This session of HGCI is conducted by Mālama Learning Center with support from many partners. Funding is provided generously by the Environmental Protection Agency. Hawai'i Green Collar Institute
Spring 2019 Professional Development Workshop for Teachers STEAM Connections to Climate Change, Wildfire, and Community Resilience February 23 and March 2 - 8:00 am - 2:30 pm This new workshop will expose teachers to real-world and timely issues of climate change, wildfire, and community resilience that can easily become authentic learning experiences for students. Public, charter, and private school teachers of grades 4-12 students from O’ahu are encouraged to attend to gain first-hand knowledge from community experts and participate in place-based hands-on experiences in the ahupua’a of Honouliuli that will connect teaching to local and global issues. Participants will see how education can seamlessly incorporate STEAM, HA (Nā Hopena A’o), and NGSS. Workshop will take place at various sites including Kapolei High School, Camp Pālehua and UH West O'ahu. Funding from grants make it possible to offer this workshop at a low fee of $40, which includes lunch, refreshments, and take-home resources. Also as a bonus, Leeward O’ahu teachers (from ‘Ewa to Wai’anae) who complete both sessions and develop a plan to implement project-based STEAM lessons based on this workshop are eligible to receive $250-$500 toward project implementation (e.g., for supplies, bus, and field experiences). A simple proposal will be required. This is a non-credit professional development workshop and no portfolio is required. This experience may support teachers’ license renewal. All applicants must submit an application form. Contact us at info@malamalearningcenter.org for more information or if you have any questions. The application deadline is February 8, 2019 or until program is filled. A $40 non-refundable program fee is required after acceptance into the program to reserve your spot. Hawai'i Green Collar Institute
Spring 2019 Session Mālama 'Āina - Perspectives Mauka to Makai March 18-22, 2019 8am-3pm* *Times may vary on some days; overnight camp on 3/19-3/20 We are now recruiting high school students grades 10-12 from Leeward O‘ahu, particularly from the Kapolei and 'Ewa regions, to learn about environmental issues in your community and future jobs in “green collar” careers during Spring Intersession break. The focus of this session will be, Mālama 'Āina - Perspectives Mauka to Makai. There will be an overnight camp, field trips, hands-on activities, and much more! All applicants must submit an application form. Please complete the online application. Contact chelsey@malamalearningcenter.org for more information or if you have any questions. The application deadline is February 15, 2019 or until program is filled. A $25 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 is provided generously by the Kamehameha Schools 'Ewa Region. Hawai'i Green Collar Institute Fall 2018 Session Mālama 'Āina - Perspectives Mauka to Makai October 8-12, 2018 8am-3pm* *Times may vary on some days; overnight camp on 10/9-10/10 This session has concluded. We are now recruiting high school students grades 10-12 from Leeward and West O‘ahu to learn about environmental issues in your community and future jobs in “green collar” careers during Fall Intersession break. The focus of this session will be, Mālama 'Āina - Perspectives Mauka to Makai. There will be an overnight camp, field trips, hands-on activities that integrate art, and much more! All applicants must submit an application form. Please download the application materials below or complete the online application by clicking on: goo.gl/forms/2LjHK0vebN2WoOaj1 Contact chelsey@malamalearningcenter.org for more information or if you have any questions. The application deadline is September 14, 2018 or until program is filled. A $25 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 is provided generously by the Kamehameha Schools. HGCI Fall 2018 Application Instructions HGCI Fall 2018 Application Form HGCI Fall 2018 Reference Form Announcing a New Professional Development Opportunity for Teachers Who Care About Our Environment . . . Ola Nā Kini - Restoring the Watershed (Part 1 - Growing Native & Edible Plants) This new course will give grades 4-12 teachers opportunities to connect their students to real-world environmental problems and solutions from a place- and culture-based framework, based on Mālama Learning Center’s Ola Nā Kini program.
- Gain hands-on experience in native plant propagation and outplanting. - Network with local conservation professionals and teachers at various sites. - Learn about opportunities for field trips, volunteer programs, and internships that will prepare students for college and ‘āina-based careers. - Practice hands-on lesson plans that integrate HĀ outcomes with STEAM approaches. - Earn three PDE3 credits upon completion of all requirements (pending PDE3 approval). Dates: Saturdays: February 3, February 10, & February 24, 2018 8:00am – 4:00pm Plus two 1- hour Google Hangout sessions with other teacher participants. Full attendance required. Upon acceptance, you will be directed to the PDE3 course site to register. Course fee: $50, which includes lunch on all 3 days, payable to Mālama Learning Center Registration Deadline: January 19, 2018 *Preference will be given to teachers at Leeward O‘ahu schools Upon acceptance, you will be directed to the PDE3 course site to register. Course fee: $50, which includes lunch on all 3 days, payable to Mālama Learning Center This session of HGCI is conducted by Mālama Learning Center in partnership with PDE3. Funding for this program is provided with support from NOAA BWET, Kamehameha Schools Wai‘anae Region, and Marisla Fund of the Hawai‘i Community Foundation. For more information, email: info@malamalearningcenter.org or call 808-305-8287. Hawai'i Green Collar Institute Fall 2017 Session on Watershed Health, Leadership, & Environmental Careers October 9-13, 2017 8am-3pm* *Times may vary on some days; three day (two night) camp on 10/10-10/12 This session has concluded. We are now recruiting high school students grades 10-12 from Leeward and West O‘ahu to learn about environmental issues in your community and future jobs in “green collar” careers during Fall Intersession break. The focus of this session will be on Watershed Health, Leadership, and Environmental Careers and how they all intersect. There will be a three day camp, field trips, hands-on activities that integrate art, and good fun! This fall session of HGCI is a follow-up to our spring session last March. It’s not a requirement to have done the first one, but our goal is to build on what we learned. All applicants must submit an application form. Please download the application materials below or complete the online application by clicking on goo.gl/forms/QOxaOT29xgm4mgXX2. Contact chelsey@malamalearningcenter.org for more information or if you have any questions. The application deadline is September 8, 2017 or until program is filled. A $25 program fee is required after acceptance into the program. This session of HGCI is conducted by Mālama Learning Center with support from many partners. Funding is provided generously by the NOAA Bay Watershed Education & Training program (B-WET). ![]()
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![]() This course has been completed. A hands-on workshop for Leeward Oʻahu teachers of grades 4-12! Join us to explore the techniques and strategies behind the the Nā Hopena A'o (HĀ) framework and the Mālama ʻĀina Field School (Field School) at Nānākuli, a program we have been coordinating for the past four years. The curriculum spanning mauka to makai (mountain to the sea) engages students in real-world learning experiences directly linked to course content in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math) as students visit sites both in their communities and outside, guided by environmental and cultural professionals. Thanks to our partnership with the Hawai’i State Teachers Association (HSTA), you can earn 3 PD credits by completing the full requirements of the course. The dates are May 6 (HA Summit), July 14 plus two dates in June and July (of your choice between June 14 - July 6) during the Field School program. To apply, please complete this Online Application. Teachers interested in taking this course are also REQUIRED to register for the HA Summit on their Eventbrite site. Spaces are limited and the deadline to apply is April 28, 2017 so don't wait! The program fee is $150 paid directly to HSTA. Mahalo to the Kamehameha Schools Ka Pua Initiative, the Marisla Fund of the Hawaiʻi Community Foundation, HSTA, and the DOE Office of Hawaiian Education (for HĀ summit) for supporting this course. To find out more information about the HA Summit, visit their Website. Hawai'i Green Collar Institute Spring 2017 Session on Watershed Health, Leadership, & Environmental Careers March 20-24, 2017 (three day camp from 3/21-3/23) 8am-3pm *times may vary on some days This program has concluded. We are now recruiting high school students grades 9-12 from Leeward and West O‘ahu to learn about environmental issues in your community and future jobs in “green collar” careers during Spring Intersession break. The focus of this session will be on Watershed Health, Leadership, and Environmental Careers. There will be a three day camp, field trips, hands-on activities, and good fun! All applicants must submit an application form. Please download the application materials below or contact chelsey@malamalearningcenter.org for more information. The application deadline has been extended until the course is filled. A $25 program fee is required after acceptance into the program. This session of HGCI is conducted by Mālama Learning Center with support from many partners. Funding is provided generously by the NOAA Bay Watershed Education & Training program (B-WET). Download Application Materials:
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A hands-on workshop series for Leeward Oʻahu teachers of grades K-12 In this new course, teachers will explore the value of gardens and considerations toward having a sustainable garden. As more gardens are emerging in schools and home, it is important to know how to tend to them so that they are not only productive, but also not harmful to the environment. Topics such as types of plants that can be grown safely, composting, organic pesticide use, and invasive species prevention will be covered by experts int he field. Teachers will also see examples of field sties that could provide excellent service learning opportunities for their students. A teacher does not need to have a school or home garden to be eligible for this course. Thanks to our partnership with the Hawai’i State Teachers Association (HSTA), you can earn 3 PD credits by completing the full requirements of the course. The dates are February 4 and February 25, 2017 plus a half-day volunteer experience of your choice related to agriculture or invasive species control. To apply, please complete this Online Application. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Spaces are limited and the deadline to apply is January 4, 2017 so don't wait! The program fee is $150 paid directly to HSTA, which includes meals and supplies. Mahalo to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, HSTA, and 'AINA in Schools a Program of the Kokua Hawai'i Foundation for supporting this course. Download: Course Syllabus |
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