Momilani Elementary School was selected as one of Hawaii's 23 "Distinguished Schools," as featured in the November/December issue of the Department of Education's Na Lono Kula newsletter. The Hawaii Distinguished School Program, sponsored by Frito-Lay, recognizes Hawaii schools that demonstrate "Acceptable Growth" in reading, mathematics and other target areas. As suggested by the title, "Distinguished School" awards are bestowed on those schools that either demonstrate significant narrowing of gaps between academic achievement groups or those that consistently produce superior work on a yearly basis.
"Quality education in a caring environment" is the motto by which the Momilani Elementary staff teaches their students to live. With the strong support of parents and teachers alike, the Momilani Elementary
Momilani Elementary School believes that all children can learn; therefore, the staff strives to improve the instructional strategies and curriculum to challenge every child including the academically talented, the disabled and at-risk students. The teachers and administration continue to address the needs of every child by trying new approaches to learning in an ever changing world.
With admiration and pride, we are happy to recognize Momilani Elementary School's staff, students and supporters for perpetuating the 16th District's record for excellence in teaching standards and academic success!
-As reported by staffer Brandon Marc Higa