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Entries from January 16th, 2009

Friday: Education officials admit errors in school closure recommendation

January 16th, 2009 · 3 Comments · Kaaawa, Politics

Department of Education officials backed away from their earlier conclusion that “the continued operation of Kaaawa Elementary School is not in the best interest of the school’s students and staff or the public at large.” Windward District Complex Area Superintendent Lea Albert told more than 100 people crowding the school cafeteria that a December 10, [...]

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Friday: Storm front approaches (9:30 a.m.)

January 16th, 2009 · 1 Comment · General

At 9:30, it’s still sunny in Kaaawa with only a hint of possible wind. Most state and county employees have been given the day off, schools closed, and emergency systems put on alert in anticipation of nearly hurricane force winds forecast in advance of an approaching cold front. So far, though, it’s been a beautiful [...]

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Community turns out to support Kaaawa School: Photos

January 16th, 2009 · 2 Comments · Kaaawa, Photographs

There was an overflow crowd at Kaaawa Elementary School last night (Jan. 15) for a special community association meeting to discuss a Department of Education plan to close the school and bus its students to either Hauula or Waiahole. Signs made by students were displayed in the building that serves as the school’s cafeteria, while [...]

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