Susan Wood's schedule for 2025 KKP Complex Area Summit

E komo mai!

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

Susan Wood

Parents for Public Schools Hawaii

Project Director

About me

Susan Wood is the Project Director for the Hilopa’a Family to Family Health Information Center and the Family and Community Faculty for Hawaii’s MCH LEND Program. She is a board member for Parents for Public Schools Hawaii (PPS-HI) and is the vice-chair for Hawaii’s Special Education Advisory Council (SEAC).

Susan has organized numerous workshops for professionals, paraprofessionals, parents and community members; and is a founder and organizer of Reach Camp for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders on Hawaii Island.

2025 KKP Complex Area Summit

About me

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