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Welcome to the 2025 Kaʻū-Keaʻau-Pāhoa Complex Area Summit! We are thrilled to host the 8th Annual KKP CA Summit at Keaʻau High School Campus, where we’ll come together to inspire, learn, and grow as a collective body.

This year, we are honored to announce our keynote speaker, Nainoa Thompson, Master Navigator and President of the Polynesian Voyaging Society. Nainoa is a true embodiment of achieving excellence with intention, leading the way for the Hōkūleʻa crew as they prepare for the transformative Moananuiākea Voyage—a bold, four-year circumnavigation of the Pacific.

In addition to Nainoa’s powerful address, we’re excited to offer a variety of breakout sessions featuring dynamic speakers and topics from national, state, and local community agencies, as well as our own Complex Area and school educators. Together, we’ll explore innovative ideas and actionable strategies to support our students, schools, and communities.
Let’s make this summit a time of connection, growth, and shared purpose as we continue to thrive together. Mohala I ka wai ka maka o ka pua - Flowers thrive where there is water, as thriving people are found where living conditions are good. #KKPCA_Thrives
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Audience: Counselors clear filter
Friday, January 31
 

9:30am HST

Multidimensional Student Support Plan
Friday January 31, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am HST
H-106
We will be walking through an updated version of the Behavior Support Plan. This new plan is expected to roll out Spring 2025.
Speakers
avatar for Pamela Moniz-Pena

Pamela Moniz-Pena

Behavior Analyst, KKPCA SBBH
Pamela Moniz-Pena has been a Licensed Behavior Analyst for KKPCA SBBH for the last 2 years. Previously, she was a Behavioral Health Specialist for 14 years working both on the Big Island and Oahu. Pamela works with classroom teachers and school teams on prevention skills, focusing... Read More →
Friday January 31, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am HST
H-106
  Morning, Supportive Systems and Environments

9:30am HST

Opening Doors: School-to-Work 2025-2027
Friday January 31, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am HST
H-108
The Arc of Hilo, Hawai'i Island (AOH) is launching a 3-year project in collaboration with the Department of Labor and Voc Rehab to help parents, educators, and students overcome barriers to successful transition to employment and community inclusion. Our shared challenge: 30% of the island's population of SWD live in Puna, with a vast geography and unique rural challenges. It's so confusing, from access to transportation to SSA benefits, to enrolling in DVR, or the Medicaid waiver, or appealing denials.  We can help.  But most importantly, we want our youth to feel inspired, and not afraid of the future.  AOH is hiring Peer Mentors (students who have successfully transitioned from school to work) to help us connect, inspire, and prepare youth who are coming up behind them. Come join us for an 8-minute documentary and Peer Mentor testimonials!  You won't want to miss it.  
Speakers
avatar for Robert Efford

Robert Efford

Chief Executive Officer, Arc of Hilo
Robert Efford is the CEO of the Arc of Hilo, with over two decades of experience in employment services.  
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Karl Hennen

Arc of Hilo
Karl Hennen operates the Arc's school-to-work and supported employment, with a background as an educator.  
Friday January 31, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am HST
H-108
  Morning, Supportive Systems and Environments

10:45am HST

Multidimensional Student Support Plan
Friday January 31, 2025 10:45am - 11:45am HST
H-106
We will be walking through an updated version of the Behavior Support Plan. This new plan is expected to roll out Spring 2025.
Speakers
avatar for Pamela Moniz-Pena

Pamela Moniz-Pena

Behavior Analyst, KKPCA SBBH
Pamela Moniz-Pena has been a Licensed Behavior Analyst for KKPCA SBBH for the last 2 years. Previously, she was a Behavioral Health Specialist for 14 years working both on the Big Island and Oahu. Pamela works with classroom teachers and school teams on prevention skills, focusing... Read More →
Friday January 31, 2025 10:45am - 11:45am HST
H-106
  Mid-morning, Supportive Systems and Environments

10:45am HST

The Development and Evaluation of an E-Cigarette Prevention Program with Hawai'i Island Schools
Friday January 31, 2025 10:45am - 11:45am HST
This session will provide an update to the Ho'ouna Pono Program, which is a culturally grounded, classroom-based substance use prevention intervention for Hawai'i Island middle/intermediate schools. Participants will learn about updates to the program, including progress toward the development of new lessons and videos focused on e-cigarette use prevention. The session is targeted toward middle/intermediate teachers, counselors, social workers, and school-based behavioral health specialists.
Speakers
avatar for Scott Okamoto

Scott Okamoto

University of Hawai'i Cancer Center
Scott K. Okamoto, PhD, LSW, is a Researcher/Professor in the Population Sciences in the Pacific Program at the University of Hawai‘i Cancer Center and an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Psychiatry, John A. Burns School of Medicine, University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa. Dr. Okamoto’s... Read More →
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Steven Keone Chin

Hawaii Island Field Site Coordinator, Hawai'i Pacific University
MA
SM
KH
Friday January 31, 2025 10:45am - 11:45am HST
  Mid-morning, Supportive Systems and Environments

1:00pm HST

Strategies for Navigating Problematic Behaviors in Meetings
Friday January 31, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm HST
H-106
As a facilitator of a meeting, it can be challenging to navigate through the problematic behaviors of your colleagues. This session is beneficial for Grade Level Chairs, Department Heads, and other teacher leaders who facilitate meetings, such as PLCs, department meetings, faculty meetings, and professional development.  This interactive session is designed to equip you with practical strategies for preventing and addressing difficult behaviors that can impede progress in meetings. From disengaged participants to side talkers and subject changers, we'll delve into the nuances of group dynamics and you’ll walk away with strategies to foster a more productive and collaborative team.
Speakers
avatar for Samantha Tomori

Samantha Tomori

Complex Area Resource Teacher, Kaʻū-Keaʻau-Pāhoa Complex Area
Samantha Tomori is a resource teacher with over 16 years of teaching experience across a variety of roles, including classroom teacher (grade 6, grade 5, and grade K), academic coach, Title I Coordinator, literacy interventionist, and School Improvement Coordinator. Sam has had the... Read More →
Friday January 31, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm HST
H-106
  Afternoon, People Development

1:00pm HST

The Development and Evaluation of an E-Cigarette Prevention Program with Hawai'i Island Schools
Friday January 31, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm HST
This session will provide an update to the Ho'ouna Pono Program, which is a culturally grounded, classroom-based substance use prevention intervention for Hawai'i Island middle/intermediate schools. Participants will learn about updates to the program, including progress toward the development of new lessons and videos focused on e-cigarette use prevention. The session is targeted toward middle/intermediate teachers, counselors, social workers, and school-based behavioral health specialists.
Speakers
avatar for Scott Okamoto

Scott Okamoto

University of Hawai'i Cancer Center
Scott K. Okamoto, PhD, LSW, is a Researcher/Professor in the Population Sciences in the Pacific Program at the University of Hawai‘i Cancer Center and an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Psychiatry, John A. Burns School of Medicine, University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa. Dr. Okamoto’s... Read More →
SK

Steven Keone Chin

Hawaii Island Field Site Coordinator, Hawai'i Pacific University
MA
SM
KH
Friday January 31, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm HST
  Afternoon, Supportive Systems and Environments
 
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