Hawai'i Senate Majority Caucus » Capitol Meetings and Events http://www.hawaiisenatemajority.com Hawai'i State Senate Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:12:35 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3 Charter School Task Force Holds Meeting to Address Issues http://www.hawaiisenatemajority.com/2011/07/charter-school-task-force-holds-meeting-to-address-issues/ http://www.hawaiisenatemajority.com/2011/07/charter-school-task-force-holds-meeting-to-address-issues/#comments Fri, 15 Jul 2011 22:57:13 +0000 Hawaii Senate Majority Caucus http://www.hawaiisenatemajority.com/?p=3855 HONOLULU — The Charter School Governance, Accountability, and Authority Task Force (CSGTF) will be holding its first meeting on Wednesday, July 20, 2011 at 10 a.m. in conference room 225, at the State Capitol.

The Task Force is co-chaired by Senate Education Committee Chair Jill Tokuda and House Education Committee Vice-Chair Della Au Belatti. 

Representatives from the Legislature, Governor’s office, Board of Education, Department of Education, Charter School Administrative Office, Charter School Review Panel, Charter School Network, Ho‘okako‘o Corporation, and Kamehameha Schools are expected to participate on the task force as set forth in SB1174 (Act 130).

“We view this opportunity to strengthen and build upon the successes of our charter schools,” said Senator Jill Tokuda, chair of the Senate Committee on Education.

 CSGTF was established under Senate Bill 1174 (Act 130).  The bill was introduced to address several issues brought to surface relating Charter Schools.

Tokuda also stated, “Our charter schools are an important part of our educational system and as with all publically funded institutions, it is incumbent on us to ensure that there are clear lines of accountability and have monitoring oversight functions in place.”

Act 130 establishes a task force that seeks accountability among stakeholders of the charter school system. Among the objectives of the Task Force are to develop legislation or administrative rules on the governance structure of charter schools, identify oversight and monitoring responsibilities of the charter school review panel, and discuss funding related issues.

June 20th is the first of five meetings scheduled for CSGTF. A report is due to the Legislature 20 days before 2012 session

For more information on SB1174:

http://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session2011/lists/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=1174

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]]> http://www.hawaiisenatemajority.com/2011/04/art-at-the-capitol-2011-whats-on-your-wall-sen-gilbert-kahele/feed/ 0 Art at the Capitol 2011: What’s on the Chamber Level Wall? http://www.hawaiisenatemajority.com/2011/03/art-at-the-capitol-2011-whats-on-the-chamber-level-wall/ http://www.hawaiisenatemajority.com/2011/03/art-at-the-capitol-2011-whats-on-the-chamber-level-wall/#comments Thu, 31 Mar 2011 14:30:24 +0000 Hawaii Senate Majority Caucus http://www.hawaiisenatemajority.com/?p=3250 In today’s segment of “What’s on your wall?,” Senator Tokuda encourages Art at the Capitol guests to visit the Chamber level of the Capitol on April 1, 2011, where artwork from talented Hawai‘i students are on display. Senator also invites the public to stop by her office on this special night to view the artwork displayed there.

]]> http://www.hawaiisenatemajority.com/2011/03/art-at-the-capitol-2011-whats-on-the-chamber-level-wall/feed/ 0 “What’s on your wall?,” Senator Clarence Nishihara http://www.hawaiisenatemajority.com/2011/03/%e2%80%9cwhat%e2%80%99s-on-your-wall%e2%80%9d-senator-clarence-nishihara/ http://www.hawaiisenatemajority.com/2011/03/%e2%80%9cwhat%e2%80%99s-on-your-wall%e2%80%9d-senator-clarence-nishihara/#comments Thu, 31 Mar 2011 04:27:29 +0000 Hawaii Senate Majority Caucus http://www.hawaiisenatemajority.com/?p=3245 In today’s segment of “What’s on your wall?,” Senator Clarence Nishihara shares one of his favorite art pieces, a photograph by Brett A. Uprichard that is displayed in his office. It is a black and white photo entitled, N? Kanaka‘ole.

]]> http://www.hawaiisenatemajority.com/2011/03/%e2%80%9cwhat%e2%80%99s-on-your-wall%e2%80%9d-senator-clarence-nishihara/feed/ 0 Art at the Capitol 2011: What’s on your wall, Senator Michelle Kidani? http://www.hawaiisenatemajority.com/2011/03/art-at-the-capitol-2011-what%e2%80%99s-on-your-wall-senator-michelle-kidani/ http://www.hawaiisenatemajority.com/2011/03/art-at-the-capitol-2011-what%e2%80%99s-on-your-wall-senator-michelle-kidani/#comments Wed, 30 Mar 2011 19:55:26 +0000 Hawaii Senate Majority Caucus http://www.hawaiisenatemajority.com/?p=3225 In yesterday’s segment of the video web series “What’s on your wall?” Senator Michelle Kidani talked about one of her favorite art pieces, a piece from the digital photographic series by Sally French, entitled “Wunderlust: the Keepers’ Tale”. The photo is of Fumiko, Keeper of the Meek and is displayed in her office. The public will be able to view this piece and other art work on April 1, 2011 at the 3rd Annual Art at the Capitol from 5 – 7 p.m.

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House and Senate members joined together in a somber moment today to recognize and honor our military service members who have made the ultimate sacrifice. The was marked by the presence of family members who lost their loved ones, including parents, spouses, and children. Senate President Shan S. Tsutsui offered these remarks to honor our fallen heroes:

Today, we gather so that we can honor and remember our fallen heroes, their families and friends.

As we go about with our busy everyday lives, whether it’s going to work, attending a baby luau, sporting events on the weekend, or even church on Sundays, it is easy to forget that there is a war going on, and that in other parts of the world combat in the streets is an all day and everyday occurrence for both civilians and soldiers. Through the distance, we are sometimes able to disassociate ourselves from the reality that our brave soldiers experience on a daily basis and from the ensuing heartache that is felt by their loved ones who long for their safe return home.

The Hawaii Medal of Honor is awarded on behalf of the people of Hawaii to soldiers who are connected to these islands and are a part of our ohana, our family, forever. Today, I am truly privileged and profoundly humbled to take part in this ceremony to honor those who have sacrificed their lives in defense of our nation and its freedoms.

No one can take the place of a lost loved one. Nothing can be said to fill the void that is left in the hearts and lives of those who are left behind. In many ways, today’s events bring up mixed emotions, . . . great sorrow, for those who have fallen, . . . and also the great pride in the bravery, dedication and commitment these soldiers possessed and demonstrated in their lives.

These individuals assumed their duties with the understanding of the potential danger they would face. In light of that, they still chose to dedicate themselves to a life of service to our country. Their courage, honor, and commitment, have forged an enduring legacy as common individuals demonstrating uncommon valor.

Let us pledge to each other that these brave soldiers that have fallen will not be in vain. Let us never forget the magnitude of their sacrifices and remain ever grateful. For the debt we owe can never be repaid, but through our continued commitment to the freedoms and ideals that define our country may we honor their memories.

Words cannot adequately express the appreciation and gratitude that the people of Hawaii have for the courageous members of our military, who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

To our fallen soldiers and their families and friends, thank you for your many sacrifices. Our thoughts and prayers remain with you all. You will be remembered always with honor and respect.

Thank you and Mahalo to everyone here today and may god continue to bless us all.

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HAWAII MEDAL OF HONOR RECIPIENTS

United States Army Specialist Toby R. Olsen

United States Marine Corps Lance Corporal Timothy J. Poole Jr.

United States Marine Corps Lance Corporal Noah M. Pier

United States Army Private First Class JR Salvacion

United States Army Private First Class Raymond N. Pacleb

United States Marine Corps Lance Corporal Curtis M. Swenson

United States Marine Corps Private First Class Jake W. Suter

United States Marine Corps Corporal Joe L. Wrightsman

United States Army First Lieutenant Michael L. Runyan

United States Army Sergeant Jamal M. Rhett

United States Army Staff Sergeant Philip C. Jenkins

United States Army Private First Class James F. McClamrock

United States Marine Corps First Lieutenant Scott J. Fleming

United States Army Sergeant Aracely Gonzalez O’Malley

United States Army Sergeant David J. Luff Jr.

United States Marine Corps Sergeant Matthew T. Abbate

United States Army Corporal Sean M. Collins


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The Special Joint Session of the Legislature is scheduled for Tuesday, March 29, 2011 at 2 p.m. in the Senate Chambers.

In 2005, the Legislature passed House Bill 8, which created the Hawaii Medal of Honor (HMOH). This special medal is awarded on behalf of the people of the State of Hawaii to an individual who was killed in action while serving our country as part of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom.

Recipients of the medal include members of the United Armed Forces, the United States Military Reserves, and the Hawaii National Guard, who were residents of the State of Hawaii, attended an educational institution in Hawaii, or were stationed in Hawaii by order of the United States Department of Defense.

The Joint Session will be broadcast live on Oahu on channel 49.

]]> http://www.hawaiisenatemajority.com/2011/03/fallen-war-heroes-to-be-honored-by-legislature/feed/ 0 Art at the Capitol 2011: What’s on your wall, Senator Pohai Ryan? http://www.hawaiisenatemajority.com/2011/03/art-at-the-capitol-2011-what%e2%80%99s-on-your-wall-senator-pohai-ryan/ http://www.hawaiisenatemajority.com/2011/03/art-at-the-capitol-2011-what%e2%80%99s-on-your-wall-senator-pohai-ryan/#comments Tue, 29 Mar 2011 01:30:09 +0000 Hawaii Senate Majority Caucus http://www.hawaiisenatemajority.com/?p=3200 Senator Pohai Ryan talks about one of her favorite art pieces, a three dimensional set by Fred Roster, which is displayed in her office. The public will be able to view this piece and other art work on April 1, 2011 at the 3rd Annual Art at the Capitol from 5 – 7 p.m.

Senator Ryan also invites the public to stop by her office on this special night to meet and mingle with some local guest artists.

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