she got game

she got game

Women’s sports in Hawaii continue to reach new heights, thanks to athletes who refuse to stay on the sidelines. Meet current and former women atheletes whose passion, determination, and love of the game have created a lasting impact.

how one teen found his community at spill the tea café

Jasper Ho’s plan at 14 was to die at 14. But after years of battling depression, suicidality, and bullying as a transgender youth, Ho found acceptance, purpose, and community at Spill the Tea Café, Hawaiʻi’s only teen-focused mental health clinic. Learn how the clinic helped him see a future beyond his struggles, and how he’s now helping other teenagers find their own path to healing.

driving change, one ride at a time

Six years ago, Azalia Park was walking to the holiday lights show at Aloha Stadium when she was hit and killed by a drunk driver. Today, her memory lives on through SafeRide Hawaii, a nonprofit her mother, Chanda Rae, created to honor Azalia and to help prevent tragedies on our roads and keep Hawaii safe. Learn about SafeRide Hawaii, how it works, and how the nonprofit has helped Azalia's family heal in their grief journey.

why ai literacy matters

As AI becomes part of everyday life, understanding how it works is becoming a shared responsibility. University of Hawaiʻi System technology leader Gloria Niles explains why AI literacy matters for Hawaiʻi’s communities and how anyone can build the skills to engage with this technology thoughtfully.

from farm to school cafeteria: greens grown next door

Studentsʻ lunch trays are getting a healthy green upgrade! At Kahaluu Elementary School in Kaneohe, students enjoy fresh microgreens grown just across the street at Kupu Place, a farm known for its aquaponic lettuce, nutrient-dense microgreens, and edible flowers. Learn how this partnership brings fresh, locally grown produce into school meals, while also strengthening students’ connection to agriculture.