FLUX No. 27 School Spirit

KAHUKU FOOTBALL

FARM - TO - SCHOOL LUNCH

DAVID MALO HO‘OLAULEA

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Ag ainst the Wind

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In a state without professional sports, high school football is the premier game for devout fans. O‘ahu’s north shore community of Lā‘ie, a place rooted in island and devotional life, produces some of the best players in the game.

� Kimono, Jams World; bralette and active shorts, With Love From Paradise; bracelets, ByChari; rings, M33ms; guitar, model’s own. Image by John Hook.

ON THE COVERS:

Shown left is Kekaula Kaniho, a star football player and senior at Kahuku High and Intermediate School who has been ofered full-ride scholarships to a slew of colleges, including Washington State University and Vanderbilt University. For Kaniho, and the many others who don Red Raiders jerseys, football is not merely a sport but an exercise in opportunity. Te photo was taken by

Jonathan Canlas, a Kahuku High School graduate who started documenting the team in 2012. Shown right, in this photo by IJfke Ridgley, are hula dancers from Lahainaluna High School, the

SOCIAL CONTEST

oldest high school west of the Mississippi. Tey are getting ready for a performance at the school’s annual David Malo Day Ho‘olaulea, which celebrates decades of island history.

Sola Soliai, a former Kahuku High School player and coach, runs a free daily training camp for all ages called “Rebel Squad.” Tis video by Philip Lemoine goes behind the scenes with Soliai during practice, and reveals what football means to this North Shore community.

Bad hair days. Bullies. Zits. Braces. Share your most awkward school pic, puka shell necklace and all, and tag @fuxhawaii #FLUXyearbook between September 14–28, 2016. A randomly selected contributor who posts during this time will win two round-trip interisland tickets aboard Mokulele Airlines. And don’t worry, we know you totally turned it around after graduation.

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VIDEO: REBEL SQUAD

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With aloha,

Lisa amada

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Making the Grade

at the a e a ai i s i s h s ste and its gains COMPILED BY

$1 , 934 , 000 , 000

For the 2016–2017 year, Hawai‘i allocated 11 percent of its total $13.7 billion operating budget to education.

FUNDING BREAKDOWN

$36 . 74

Amount per $1,000 of income earned in Hawai‘i that public schools received in 2015.

FUNDING PER STUDENT

$11 , 823 $10,700

$6 , 846

AVERAGE TEACHER SALARIES 2014-2015

*From revenue-generating activities like school food services and driver education

**Includes contributions like gifts and School Impact developer fees

Hawai‘i public schools National average

charter schools

Additional money is given for students with characteristics that impact achievement, including economic disadvantage, limited English proficiency, transiency, or classified as gifted and talented.

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Hawai‘i has the lowest annual salary in the U.S. for teachers adjusted for cost of living, according to WalletHub.

Hawai‘i’s teacher turnover rate, one of the highest in the U.S.

1 ,600

Number of teacher vacancies expected in Hawai‘i in 2016–2017.

The U.S. Elementary and Secondary Education Act passed, emphasizing equal access to education and funding primary and secondary education.

State Teachers Association formed.

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Kamehameha Schools.

In 2016, Hawai‘i was ranked 25th in Education Week’s “Quality Counts” report, an annual report card on public education, leapfrogging up from its ranking of 46th received in 2006.

Hawai‘i made the second largest gains in National Assessment of Educational Progress reading and math scores from 2005–2015, behind those of Washington D.C.

ARTS

ARTISTS IN THE SCHOOLS:

Schools can apply for grants up to $6,000 that provide them with 5 to 8 art classes over the school year. ($199,284 from State Foundation on Culture and the Arts; $56,160 from National Endowment for the Arts; $245,113 from Hawai‘i Community Foundation)

Serves annually: 92 schools and 13,000+ students

ART TO GO:

Once-a-week, free afterschool art programs offered for students K–12 by the Honolulu Museum of Art.

Served: 11,000 students since 2003

THE DOE IS THE ONLY STATEWIDE SCHOOL SYSTEM IN THE COUNTRY.

290 Public schools (34 of which are charter schools)

180 , 000 Students

25 , 000

Total staff (12,349 teachers)

TURNAROUND ARTS:

In 2015, Kalihi Kai Elementary, Kamaile Academy, and Wai‘anae Elementary participated in the President’s Committee on the Arts and the Humanities’ Turnaround Arts program, which sent Jack Johnson, Jake Shimabukuro, and Alfre Woodard to conduct intensive arts educations.

On average, schools showed a 23 percent improvement in math proficiency and a 13 percent increase in reading proficiency over three years.

ATHLETICS

20.7 %

Percentage of students enrolled in private school, the second highest share in the nation (trailing only New Orleans, with 25.1 percent).

Hawai‘i Report Card 2016

Chance for success

School Finance

K–12 Achievement

Overall Grade

43 high schools with athletic programs

2 , 068

Sports teams statewide

25 , 000

Student athletes statewide

In 2008, the DOE’s athletics budget was cut by 30 percent, or $4 million, and has yet to be restored.

1 , 000

Number of assistant coaches volunteering as a result of budget cuts.

SPORT OF KINGS:

Hawai‘i became the first state in the country to sanction surfing as a high school sport in 2011.

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In a 2016 contest by USA Today, fans named Kahuku High School the best football program in America, casting 84,610 votes in its favor (Cedar Park in Texas trailed with 71,359 votes) based on wins and losses, coaching, player development, facilities, and support from the school and community.

Students who did not participate in athletics were 57 percent more likely to have dropped out of high school by their senior year, according to a U.S. Department of Health and Human Services study.

Fridays implemented at all 256 public schools in order to compensate for a $1 billion state budget deficit (furloughs ends May 2010).

State Public Charter School Commission formed to improve financial and academic oversight of charter schools.

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For more than three decades, Frank De Lima has rallied kids to stay in school.

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Everyone aged 4 to 40 who grew up in Hawai‘i knows Frank De Lima, the iconic comic who, for more than 35 years, has made the rounds at schools across the state, teaching kids about academic success.

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For more information on De Lima’s Student Enrichment Program, visit frankdelimastudent enrichmentprog.org.

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Po‘okela Academy is helping students carve out pathways to success.

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Through culture-based education projects, Castle High School’s Po‘okela Academy helps students connect with place, and with each other.

For more information, follow Po‘okela Academy on Facebook.

A g ainst theWind

In a state without professional sports, high school football is the premier game for devout fans.

O‘ahu’s northern community of L ā ‘ie, a place rooted in both island and devotional life, produces some of the best football players in the game.

The Kahuku High School football team performs the haka at the start of the state championship game in 2015 against Saint Louis.

went on to clinch the title with a 39–14 win.

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The great secret to the homegrown talent on the North Shore is on display most school-day evenings at L ā‘ie Elementary School, where Sola Soliai gives free training practices for any kids that show up. Image by John Hook.

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Above, Soliai hosts free, weekly training camps for kids of all ages—all without any pay or institutional support; image by John Hook. To go behind the scenes with Soliai at an afternoon Rebel Squad practice, visit fluxhawaii.com.

A statewide farm-to-school initiative aims to change the face of that perennial favorite school time hour: lunch.

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‘IOLANI SCHOOL cost : $7.50 (mixed plate)

NON - LOCAL INGREDIENTS

Brown rice: Texas

White rice: Kansas

Red bell peppers, tofu, and garlic: California

Chicken: Mississippi

Peas: Unknown

Rosemary and thyme: Rooftop garden, ‘Iolani School, Honolulu

Green bell peppers: Sugarland Growers, Kunia, O‘ahu

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“It’s hard to keep students out of there. They’ll climb over to get in with him,” says Laup ā hoehoe charter school teacher Mark Fontaine of the eightmonth-old pig that is a real-life lesson in animal husbandry for students.

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‘Iolani School’s rooftop garden at the Sullivan Center produces such a bounty that at least once a week, the school’s cafeteria serves a salad composed mostly of roof-grown greens and herbs.

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location : Honolulu, O‘ahu

type : Public charter

students : 135

grades : 4–12

lunch provider : ‘Ai Pono

Catering Services cost : $4.25

NON - LOCAL INGREDIENTS

Brown rice: California

Watermelon: Mexico

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Grapes, oranges, onion (in pie), romaine lettuce, and carrots:

Potatoes and corn (in pie): Ground beef (in pie): Wisconsin

Bread: La Tour Bakehouse, Honolulu, O‘ahu

Pork: Shinsato Farm, Kāne‘ohe, O‘ahu

Lū‘au leaves: Wong’s Products, Kahalu‘u, O‘ahu

Cucumber: Akea Farms, Ho‘olehua, Moloka‘i

Bread: Baked in Hawai‘i

Milk: Hawai‘i Island

Tomato: Sugarland Growers, Kunia, O‘ahu

LAUPĀ HOEHOE COMMUNITY PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL

location : Laup ā hoehoe, Hawai‘i Island

type : Public charter students : 287 grades : Pre-K–12

lunch provider : Laup ā hoehoe Community Public Charter School cost : $2.75

NON - LOCAL INGREDIENTS

Oranges: California

Whipped potatoes: Unknown

LOCAL INGREDIENTS

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Ho‘olehua, Moloka‘i

Hawai‘i

Bread: Baked at school

Chocolate milk: California, packaged in Hawai‘i

Bread: Baked at school

Milk: Hawai‘i Island

Kale, Swiss chard: School garden, Laupāhoehoe, Hawai‘i Island

Beef: Kukaiau Ranch, Pa‘auilo, Hawai‘i Island

Bell peppers: Sugarland Growers, Kunia, O‘ahu

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At Moanalua High School’s music program, one of the largest in the state, instruments become amplifiers for student success.

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“They strive through the music to gain that discipline of the art. They learn to be at their best, not just for their self, but for others,” says Elden Seta, the music director of Moanalua High School, home to the one of the largest music programs in Hawai‘i.

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Starting with a struggling group of 38 performers in his first year in 1987, Elden Seta, shown left, has molded the Moanalua music program into one of the 10 best in the country.

At the oldest high school west of the Mississippi, every day is steeped in history.

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Lahainaluna High School alumni ascend the old volcanic slopes backing L ā hain ā to gather at their alma mater for the David Malo Day Ho‘olaule‘a, which recalls centuries of tradition.

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UNDERSTANDING CHARTER SCHOOLS

What are charter schools, anyway? That depends on the state. In Hawai‘i, they are public schools operated by independent boards. These schools are free to attend, but most require applications for enrollment, and some have long waiting lists. The schools’ teachers are bound by the same Department of Education contracts, but their roles vary, from leading project-based learning to helming rigorous online courses. Charter schools in the islands receive only $6,846 per pupil from the state, compared to the $11,823 that a district school receives. They are responsible for the cost of acquiring and maintaining their own facilities, which is why many such schools operate out of temporary classrooms or unexpected home bases. Covering such costs requires donations and enthusiastic fundraising.

Conversion: A district public school that became a charter school.

Start-up: A school that started independently.

Core: A charter school that also serves as a default district school.

Choice: A charter school that students must apply to, and opt into attending.

Hawaiian language immersion: A school at which all classes are taught in the Hawaiian language through fifth grade.

Hawaiian-focused: While classes are taught in English, they may include Hawaiian topics or focuses.

Project-based learning: An extended period of time is dedicated to investigating and addressing a complex topic. This may be the main method of learning, or a secondary aspect alongside standard classes.

Virtual: A school at which most if not all educating is done via online teaching.

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The FLUX Hawaii General Store presents Hawai‘i to the world, curating wares from dozens of Hawai‘i-based artisans, crafters, and designers and showcasing the islands’ modern and diverse culture to a global audience.

From September 1–5, FLUX Hawaii sets up shop in BAM!, in the heart of Abbott Kinney, Venice—a funky beachside neighborhood in Los Angeles, California—to host its weeklong pop-up. Here, just a few of the products you’ll find in the store. For more information, visit events.fluxhawaii.com.

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Reyn Spooner

There’s history, heritage, and aloha stitched into every Reyn Spooner piece. The spirit of the Hawaiian Islands and West Coast cool merges with East Coast prep. Casual comfort pairs with thoughtful construction. Timeless patterns meet modern styling. Reyn Spooner’s more than 50 years of exclusive designs help tell the story of the Hawaiian aloha fashion legacy. With every piece created in Hawai‘i and designed for quality, Reyn Spooner’s apparel and accessories are timeless creations, passed down even from generation to generation. Reyn Spooner’s designs are made for comfort, made to last—made for memories.

On Grace: shirt dress and ring, Roberta Oaks; head wrap, Reyn Spooner; necklace, Owens & Co.; bracelets, Andrew Mau; shoes, model’s own. On Aaron: shirt and pants, Reyn Spooner; Truffaux hat, Roberta Oaks; slippers, FLUX Hawaii x Scott Hawaii.

Right, on Aaron: pants and collared shirt, Reyn Spooner; Salvage Public shirt, Owens & Co.; Truffaux hat and ring, Roberta Oaks; slippers, FLUX Hawaii x Scott Hawaii. On Grace: Ava Sky dress, Fighting Eel; head wrap and scarf, Reyn Spooner; earrings and necklace, ByChari; rings, M33ms; striped bralette, With Love From Paradise; bracelets, Andrew Mau; Eliza Gran bag, Owens & Co.; clutches (inside bag), Jams World; shoes, model’s own. Top: shirt and pants, Reyn Spooner; sunglasses, Martin & MacArthur; beer, Kona Brewing Company; shaka bottle opener, Andrew Mau; Truffaux hat, Roberta Oaks; tote, The Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club; slippers, FLUX Hawaii x Scott Hawaii. Bottom: sparkling noni drink, Hawaiian Ola; beer, Kona Brewing Company; shaka bottle opener, Andrew Mau.

Jams World

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In 1964, surf shop owner Dave Rochlen couldn’t find the right shorts to surf in. His wife hemmed bright, baggy pajama pants at the knee and the 1960s beach scene was never the same. Fifty years later, Jams World is now a premium resort line known for luxury fabrics and fantastic prints. Each print takes you on a journey to feel something new. All pieces are designed, cut, and sewn in Honolulu, where Jams World owners continue to live, work, and play.

Shirt, Jams World; pants, Reyn Spooner; bag, Hawaiian Blue; slippers, FLUX Hawaii x Scott Hawaii; sunglasses, Martin & MacArthur.

This clothing boutique, with a concept store in Ala Moana, specializes in menswear and unisex clothing with a touch of streetwear and high fashion.

Aloha Beach Club

The Aloha Beach Club, shown top right, is a made-in-Hawai‘i menswear collection with outposts in Hawai‘i and California.

Rooted in the aloha spirit, Aloha Beach Club curates and designs products, stories, and experiences geared at inspiring others to lead the best lives they possibly can.

Vizume

Left: hat and shirt, Vizume; shorts and backpack, Reyn Spooner; sparkling noni and noni energy drinks, Hawaiian Ola; slippers, FLUX Hawaii x Scott Hawaii. Right: shirt, Aloha Beach Club. Bottom: tank top, Vizume; hat, FLUX Hawaii x Fitted.

Fighting Eel

Locally designed, Fighting Eel combines fashion and beachwear to create a collection of versatile dresses and separates. Created in 2003 by Rona Bennett and Lan Chung, Fighting Eel is a favorite amongst locals, and even some Hollywood A-listers. Inspired by the ocean and travel, Fighting Eel uses colors and patterns to create the perfect islandstyle pieces. But don’t think this made-inparadise line is just one note: It is also a hit in offices and lifestyles across the world.

Ava Sky striped top and bottom, Fighting Eel; head wrap, Reyn Spooner; bracelets, Andrew Mau.

With Love From Paradise

With Love From Paradise is true to the spirit of the garden island of Kaua‘i, where surf and mountains blend in casual harmony. Inspired by the island’s perpetual sunshine and water, With Love From Paradise is a fashion-forward alternative to active wear.

Top: bralette and leggings, With Love From Paradise. Right: bralette, With Love From Paradise; pants, Jams World; head scarf, Reyn Spooner; Truffaux hat, Roberta Oaks; necklace, model’s own; bracelets, Andrew Mau. Bottom: necklaces, Andrew Mau; Hawai‘i and O‘ahu necklace, ByChari; rings, M33ms; koa jewelry box, Martin & MacArthur.

LeSportsac

A longtime fixture in Hawai‘i, American lifestyle bag brand LeSportsac celebrates the islands with an update of one of its most iconic regional designs, Sweet Wahine (translation “Sweet Woman”). Created by inhouse designers and available in LeSportsac’s new lightestweight fabric, this exclusive print captures the essence of Hawai‘i. Imagine, longhaired hula dancers swaying on the beach, ‘ukulele players strumming casually along, and gorgeous native flowers floating in lush bright colors. Welcome to Hawai‘i.

Psychedelic Swell jumpsuit, Roberta Oaks x Barrio Vintage; fan, model’s own; bag, LeSportsac; earrings, Andrew Mau; bracelets, C Smith Jewelry x ByChari; necklace, Owens & Co.; ring, Roberta Oaks.

Detail of bag’s print, courtesy of LeSportsac.

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All items are handmade in Hawai‘i and are carried at Mori by Art+Flea, a gallery and boutique space located in Ward Warehouse that fosters local artists and designers. Shop online at morihawaii.com.

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Hawaiian Airlines Lifestyle Collection

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In 2009, Hawaiian Airlines beautifully restored the plane that started it all, a 1929 Bellanca CH-300 Pacemaker—the only remaining plane of its kind in the world that still flies. Its importance to Hawaiian Airlines’ aviation history inspires the Heritage Collection.

Above: Shoulder bag and notebook, Hawaiian Airlines.

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SIG ZANE

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BYCHARI

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Find select OluKai footwear at the FLUX Hawaii General store. For more information, visit olukai.com or #AnywhereAloha.

Find these slippers at the FLUX Hawaii General Store. For more information, visit scotthawaii.com.

BIG ISLAND CANDIES

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VIZUME

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