HONOLULU (HI Now) - Devin Takahashi, a Teach For America Hawaiʻi alum and Ho‘opulapula Middle School math, marketing, and culinary farm-to-table teacher, joined HI Now Daily to share how he’s helping inspire resilience and leadership in Nānākuli. Through culturally rooted, hands-on learning — from growing food in the school māla to integrating real-world marketing and athletics — Takahashi is creating opportunities for students to see their potential and believe in their future.
Teach For America Hawaiʻi develops and supports leaders committed to expanding educational opportunity for all keiki across the state. As the organization celebrates 20 years of impact, it continues to recruit passionate individuals ready to make a difference in their communities. Learn more at www.teachforamerica.org/hawaii, follow @tfahawaii on Instagram, connect on Facebook (Teach For America Hawaiʻi), LinkedIn (TFA Hawaii), and subscribe on YouTube (@teachforamericahawaii).
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