Hawaii Association of Filipino Educators (HAFE)

"Building Stronger Communities through Education"
Hawaii Association of Filipino Educators (HAFE)
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hafehawaii@gmail.com 

HAwaii Association of Filipino Educators (HAFE)

"Building Stronger Communities through Education"

The Hawaii Association of Filipino Educators (HAFE) is a non-profit organization of Filipino educators and researchers working in the State of Hawaii. The main objectives of the organization are:
  1. To provide professional support to all Filipino educators and researchers in Hawaii;
  2. To foster and strengthen the relationships between Filipino educators and the Filipino community in Hawaii;
  3. To promote Filipino values and culture;
  4. To establish linkages among schools, other institutions, and the community; and
  5. To assist Filipino educators and researchers, particularly the members of the organization.

OFFICERS, MEMBERSHIP FORM, AND ACTIVITIES

UPDATES & REMINDERS

HAFE 2024 Events
  1. Membership recruitment is ongoing. Please complete the online MEMBERSHIP FORM and pay the $20 membership fee during our regular monthly meeting.
  2. Tulungan sa Kolehiyo: Filipino College Outreach Event: February 10, 2024 - Hawaii Community College Cafeteria (10:00 - 1:00 p.m.)
  3. Teachers' Appreciation: May 4, 2024
  4. HICELLS 2024 International Conference – San Pedro College, Davao City, Philippines: May 16-17, 2024
  5. Filipino American History Month: University of Hawaii at Hilo: October 26, 2024
  6. 1st Global Agriculture Multidisciplinary International Conference (GAMIC 2024): November 22-23, 2024
  7. Hilo Veterans Parade: November 2024
  8. Hilo Christmas Light Parade: November 2024
  9. Simbang Gabi Sponsors: Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, Keaau: December 2024 
  10. Simbang Gabi Sponsor: St. Joseph Church, Hilo: December 2024
  11. Christmas Party: December 17, 2024

2024 HAFE Educator of the Year

The 2024 HAFE Educator of the Year Award is given to an educator who has demonstrated exceptional performance in any of the following:
  1. Actively participates in educational activities that benefit the workplace and the community.

  2. Demonstrates exceptional instructional skills, innovative approaches to teaching, and effectiveness in facilitating student learning and success.

  3. Creates a positive and inclusive workplace environment that encourages co-workers' participation and motivation.

  4. Commits to their professional development, such as their involvement in professional organizations, attendance at conferences, and participation in training programs.

  5. Creates an impact on their students' academic, social, and emotional development, such as their ability to inspire and motivate their students.

  6. Actively involved in school/community activities, such as volunteering, mentoring, and coaching.

  7. Possesses leadership skills, such as their ability to inspire and motivate colleagues, participation in school/company committees, and contributions to school/company improvement initiatives.

  8. Works effectively with colleagues, families, and other stakeholders.

Nomination Process:

To nominate a candidate, you must submit the following:

  1.  Nomination Form via Google Forms

  2. Written narrative (no more than 3 pages)

  3. One to two letters of support for the nomination (must be attached to the Nomination Form)

  4. CV of the nominee

2023  Nominees

Ms. May Ricahrd

Keaau High School

Ms. erLinda Bernardo

Keaau Elementary School


CONGRATULATIONS


Ms. May Richard

Keaau High School

2023 hafe educator of the year


UPCOMING EVENTS

HICELLS 2024

May 16-17, 2024

Please click the link below

https://hilo.hawaii.edu/depts/english/hicells/third-hawaii-international-conference-on-english-language-and-literature-studies-hicells-2024.php

Mahalo for your help and participation!

HAFE Teachers' Appreciation Day

Saturday, May 4, 2024

5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Mahalo for your help and participation!

Tulungan sa kolehiyo

Saturday, February 10, 2024

10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Mahalo for your help and participation!

Filipino American History month

October 14, 2023

Mahalo !

Regular Monthly meeting

Every first Saturday of the month.

An announcement of the venue and time will be sent to all members through email.

Symposium

Gabay Guro: Conversations on how to become a DOE Teacher in Hawaii 

Venue: University of Hawaii at Hilo at UCB 127

Date: February 18, 2023

Time: 2:00 p.m.


Fulbright Experience in the philippines: Dunong at kalinangan fulbright 2023

Venue: De La Salle University, Dasmarinas Cavite

Date: June 5 - July 10, 2023

ONLINE APPLICATION FORM

3-credit Professional Development Course for K-12 Educators

Virtual synchronous sessions on the following Saturdays from 11:30am-3:30pm February 25, 2023 March 18, 2023 March 25, 2023

Register on PDE3 - Course# ESL186542 - Section# 310580 **Participants earn 3 PD credits upon successful completion of all three course sessions and a portfolio.**

Buwan ng wika/Filipino Language month

August 19, 2023

2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Tentative Venue: Campus Center - University of Hawaii at Hilo

About Buwan ng Wika

More information will be announced soon

HAFE Christmas party

December 17, 2023

5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Tentative Venue

Christmas Ticket: $35

About Christmas in the Philippines

More information will be announced soon

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"Building Stronger Communities through Education"