hanahau‘oli is Joyous Work
Hanahau‘oli School nurtures life-long learners – children, teachers, and parents. Since the school’s founding in 1918, Hanahau‘oli honors the natural way Junior Kindergarten - 6th Grade children learn – through doing – by making learning exciting, challenging and enjoyable. Our intimate and nurturing learning community supports connections between home and school and the world, respecting and celebrating the uniqueness of the Hanahau‘oli child while appreciating the interconnectedness that defines our learning ‘ohana. Grounded in tradition yet embracing of innovation, we perpetuate “joyous work,” committed to being a resource and symbol of learning’s potential.
Joyous Work in Action
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““Hanahau‘oli is my sanctuary, where I’ve met so many amazing people, friends, and teachers, have uncovered talents and discoveries, and most importantly, where I learned to use my hands and hear my heart.””
In her research on the successful transfer of professional development learning to classroom practice, Dr. Sara L. Wicht (2024; 2025) outlines six facilitating conditions that support professional development (PD) implementation after the workshop or PD experience: 1. Administrative Support: Leaders who provide time, resources, and encouragement; 2. Adequate Knowledge: Deep understanding of the content and its application; 3. Necessary Materials: Ready access to required resources; 4. Support Staff and Collaborative Structures: Collaborative assistance from colleagues; 5. Caregiver Involvement: Family & community engagement and support; and 6. Manageable Class Size: Appropriate student-teacher ratios