Hawaiian immersion education

Hawaiian immersion education is a teaching approach that uses the Hawaiian language as the primary medium of instruction, aiming to foster fluency, cultural knowledge, and identity among students. It typically begins in early childhood and continues through secondary levels, integrating Hawaiian history, traditions, and values into the curriculum. The goal is to preserve and revitalize Hawaiian language and culture while providing students with a bilingual or multilingual capability that enhances cognitive skills and cultural understanding. This approach is part of broader efforts to maintain Hawaii’s unique heritage and promote cultural pride among Native Hawaiians and the wider community.