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HGEA will be closed on Monday, Feb. 17 in observance of Presidents Day.
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Feb. 11 was International Day of Women & Girls in Science.
Pioneering the first-of-its-kind program to solve Maui County’s ongoing car waste problem, Units 3 and 13 members Tess Herman, Codie Jascor, and Claire Randazzo, are three of the amazing women in science making a difference for the people and the planet.
Since 2023, the three recycling specialists have led the County of Maui’s Tow and Scrap Program, where they have helped clear unusable vehicles from polluting the land. In its first year alone, the program increased car recycling by 25%. They have since expanded the program to include Molokai and Lanai, and now collect other larger home appliances. An even more amazing part? This waste collection program is free for Maui County residents.
Mahalo ladies for all of your amazing work to help keep our planet green and our community free of harmful pollutants. We appreciate you all!
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Did you know women like Tess can make a BIG difference in the world?
Tess is on a mission to clean up the planet and help protect it from pollution and climate disasters. In recognition of International Women and Girls in Science Day, Tess Herman, a recycling expert from Maui, spoke to Island Life Live about her team’s special program that cleans up waste. They’re also committed to fighting climate change—something that’s been affecting Hawaii. Her message to all girls? You can do amazing things in science, too!
If you’re passionate about the Earth and want to make a difference, just like Tess, you can be a hero too!
Watch Tess on Island Life Live!
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Congratulations, Katie Hokama!
After 33 years of outstanding service, Nurse Katie Hokama, Unit 9 member, received the Daisy Nurse Leader award and was a finalist for the 2024 Workforce Development Heroes award.
Mahalo Katie for all that you do to care for our community. We appreciate you!
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Kamehameha Schools, Liliuokalani Trust, The Office of Hawaiian Affairs, Papa Ola Lokahi, and The Queen’s Health Systems are conducting a wellbeing survey for Hawaii residents aged 18 and older.
Every response strengthens their collective understanding and ensures that programs and services reflect the needs of our people. For more information, visit www.ksbe.edu/imiponosurvey.
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If you have specific inquiries, contact your local HGEA office or the HGEA Member Service Center at
(808) 543-0000 or service@hgea.org.
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