Hawaiian Medium Education

Hawaiian Medium Education (HME) is a school program that uses the Hawaiian language as the primary language of instruction. Its goal is to revitalize and preserve Hawaiian culture, while providing students with bilingual proficiency in Hawaiian and English. HME courses typically start with preschool and extend through elementary levels, fostering fluency and cultural knowledge. This approach supports linguistic revitalization, enhances cultural identity, and promotes educational achievement through immersive learning environments rooted in Hawaiian traditions and values. It is part of broader efforts to maintain the Hawaiian language as a living, functional language for future generations.