U.S. Department of Education - Native Hawaiian Education Program

Geographic Scope: Hawaii

Focus Areas:

• Afterschool culture- and place-based programming
• Native Hawaiian youth engagement and cultural identity
• Leadership development for elementary students (grades 4-6)
• Connection to culture, community, history, and traditional practices
• STEM learning through indigenous Hawaiian knowledge

Program Details - Eō Program:

• Serves grades 4-6 students
• Multi-year scaffolded system with progressive leadership roles
• Daily interaction with Kupuna (elders)
• Career exploration with practitioners from different professions
• Huaka'i (fieldtrips) for experiential learning
• Focus on self-discovery, cultural identity, and connection to place
• Designed to promote motivation, pride, and leadership skills
• Supports academic success through cultural grounding

Contact Information:

• INPEACE Administrative Office
• 91-1010 Shangrila Street, Suite 306
• Kapolei, Hawaii 96707
• Phone: (808) 693-7222
• Fax: (808) 693-7221