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Since 2006, Teach for America Hawai'i has worked in partnership with schools and communities to supp

Apply to the Corps: https://www.teachforamerica.org/how-to-join

10/27/2026

Join to mālama the Kahakai Elementary garden in a day of hana and building pilina.

What: Station-based hana and pilina building
When: Saturday 11/07/26, 8:45AM-12:00PM (lunch provided)
Where: Kahakai Elementary
76-147 Royal Poinciana Dr, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
Who: This is a multigenerational friendly experience, where keiki to kupuna are welcome

Mahalo to KS Kaiāulu for their generous support of this opportunity!

10/22/2026

ICYMI: Rooted in Mākaha. Growing for generations. 🌱

When keiki learn on ʻāina, lessons can reach beyond the classroom. At Makaha Surfers, every grade visits Hoa ʻĀina O Mākaha weekly to explore farming, nutrition, and agriculture, and sometimes learn by making musubi or observing pollination. 🐝

The decades-long partnership gives students a safe place to connect with their community and the land. Hoa ʻĀina O Mākaha Executive Director Chelsey Jay, who grew up in Waiʻanae, says serving the community that raised her lets her put that love into action. Mākaha Elementary Principal Leslie Ziu, a Teach For America Hawaii 2012 alum, says students show curiosity, collaborate, and come alive in the farm’s outdoor learning space. ✨

As Teach For America Hawaii marks 20 years in Hawai’i and 35 years nationwide, Jay and Ziu see room to keep growing the partnership while honoring the work that came before. 🤎

10/20/2026

The Sheraton Hawai'i Bowl, CFP Foundation | Extra Yard for Teachers and Teach For America Hawai‘i have again teamed up to support teachers via the Extra Yard For Teachers Grant Program. All current full time Hawai‘i public and charter school teachers are eligible to apply for this program.

This year awards will be made via DonorsChoose. Support from this program will be up to $1,000 per classroom project.

To increase the likelihood of your project being funded, please note the following:
-We will prioritize funding for teachers in Title 1 schools.
-We will prioritize projects that can be fully funded with $1,000 or less by Friday, December 4, 2026. As such, we encourage you to share your DonorsChoose project with your network, especially for projects requesting more than $1,000.

Deadline to apply: Applications are open now, with a closing deadline of Friday, November 20, 2026. But don’t wait—the sooner your project is posted, the higher likelihood you will receive support to complete your project.

10/15/2026

ICYMI: Lord Ryan Lizardo (TFA HI ‘14), a proud James Campbell High School graduate and current Vice President of Education & Workforce Development Chamber of Commerce Hawaii, shared how his experience as a TFA corps member shaped his professional journey. From his former teachers becoming his colleagues to the lifelong friendships he made, Lord Ryan discussed how impactful TFA was for him 🤝

09/25/2026

ICYMI: Growing up in Hilo, Sunny always loved learning, but it was a handful of exceptional teachers who showed her what education could truly be. Today, as a 7th-grade English teacher and English Department Head at Pāhoa High and Intermediate School, she is helping create that same experience for her students. Sunny reflected on how her own educational journey, studies in sociology, and experience as a 2022 Teach For America Hawaiʻi corps member shaped her belief that all students can succeed when given the right support. She shared what makes a great teacher, the lessons she learned through TFA, and why building relationships and empowering student voice remain at the center of her work.

09/14/2026

The 35th Anniversary Summit is 1️⃣8️⃣ days away 🙌🏼 Come celebrate 35 years of people, progress, and purpose. Register at the link in our bio. 🥳

09/11/2026

ICYMI: Denise Della-Sabas (‘12 HI) and Kealohilani Leleo (‘22 HI) shared how they’re helping to strengthen outcomes for students and families on the Waiʻanae Coast. Through our Summer Fellowship partnership with Waianae Coast Comprehensive Health Center, their work connected education, healthcare, and community resources to better support local students. Their story reminds us that TFA alumni, in and out of classrooms and schools, continue to contribute to student success. 🤝🏼

09/08/2026

Will we see you in Vegas?! 🎰 T-minus 24 days until our 35th Anniversary Summit. Come celebrate 35 years of people, progress, and purpose. Register at the link in our bio. 🕺🏻🪩

08/31/2026

Spread ALOHA in September at Foodland Hawaii ❤️

When you’re buying your poke bowl 🐟 before the beach, use our code 7️⃣8️⃣8️⃣0️⃣9️⃣ at check out to donate to us. Foodland Hawaii will match a portion of each donation! 🤙🏼

08/28/2026

ICYMI: Veteran Kona educator, Justin Brown (‘09 HI), shared how he encourages his students to pursue careers in skilled trades. From culinary arts and healthcare to auto mechanics, media arts, STEM, and career readiness, Justin recognizes the value of connecting students with innovative partnerships to develop their strengths, serve their communities, and envision a bright future for themselves and Hawaiʻi. ☀️  Mahalo to the Kohala Coast Community Fund for their generous support in sharing about Justin’s impact 🤙🏼

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Honolulu, HI
96821

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+18085211371

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https://www.teachforamerica.org/where-we-work/hawaii

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