‘AINA In Schools Applications are Available Now

Posted On: Feb 01, 12

Kokua Hawaii Foundation is currently accepting applications from public elementary schools on O’ahu for participation in our ‘AINA In Schools program starting in the 2012-2013 school year. A limited number of schools will be selected as Participating ‘AINA Schools. Participating ‘AINA Schools will implement at least 2 of the 3 core components (Nutrition Education, Garden-Based Learning, and Healthy Food on Campus), and at least one other component (Agricultural Literacy, Waste Reduction, and Family & Community Outreach) during the 2012-2013 school year. Certain schools will be designated “Model” ‘AINA Schools, which are those schools successfully implementing at least 5 of 6 program components. For more information on the ‘AINA In Schools program and components please visit www.kokuahawaiifoundation.org/aina. Applications are due no later than Friday, March 9, 2012. Click here to download the application.

Schools not selected at this time will remain eligible for Kokua Hawai’i Foundation resources including workshops, mini-grants, and resource guides. Individual teachers who would like to utilize ‘AINA IS lessons in their classrooms are encouraged to attend workshops and trainings and may learn more by emailing .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address). All events and resources are listed on our website and announced regularly via our e-newsletter. Click here to subscribe.