All of the educators throughout my life have had a profound impact. It is time to return the favor. The mobilization of the masses this month is the beginning. Then we must begin to get involved in our community, starting with the institutions of education. Schools disperse the traditions and values of Hawai'i.
Schools also lead innovation and technology.
We can make the changes that will improve the system. The value of education must be established. Today, students realize by looking around the classrooms that education is not a priority in our society. Therefore, they also respond to that reality. Education must cease to be a luxury in our democracy.