Getting Involved In Our Schools
In 2009 I had the honor of being invited to give the Graduation Commencement speech at Waimanalo Elementary and Intermediate School, and in both 2009 and again in 2010, at Lanikai Elementary School. It was a real honor to be able to speak to our graduating 6th graders about what they had accomplished, but more importantly, what is yet to come. The responsibility they will one day bear for taking an active role in our community is already an important point to make, and I made sure to 
bring it to their attention.
Whether it is attending the Waimanalo Elementary Hoike, volunteering at the Lanikai Elementary Haunted House, or meeting with school staff to help fund school projects, I’ve met some great parents and teachers, and look forward to continuing to stay involved in our schools.
Capitol Field Trips
I’ve had a lot of fun learning how to explain the three branches of government and our legislative process to classes of all ages. Numerous grades and classes from all our public schools have visited the Capitol, and the best part of this job has to be giving them a tour and talking to them about everything we do here, and what they can do to get involved. I’ve also had individual parents bring their kids down to get a tour and talk story, and if you think there is a group of kids you know that might want to learn a little more about civic responsibility and how to take an active role in our community, please do not hesitate to call me and I will be happy to set something up.
