Leeward Community College offered Pearl City High School students the opportunity to take college classes leading to a business certificate. 15 students enrolled in Pearl City High School’s International Business and Design Academy (IBAD) and provided a cohort to graduate with career and technical education (CTE) Certificate of Honor and Certificate of Management Achievement were awarded this spring.
instead of traditional high school CTE These students have completed college-level business courses and established the HawaiiUSA Federation Credit Union Student-Operated Credit Union, which handles deposits and opens accounts for Pearl City High School employees and students.
“This program was life-changing for me. Participating in this program allowed me to go beyond my comfort zone and challenged myself to explore new ideas and experiences… It gave me the confidence to look for growth opportunities,” said student Jordyn Shibata. “Not only have I gained valuable knowledge, but I feel more confident and capable as an individual and ready to take on any challenges in the future.”
Daphne Okunaga, Head Teacher IBAD“Focused not just on early college (a program that allows high school students to take college classes for credit), but rather on a strategic approach to earning income.” CTE Honors, earn a Business Certificate and prepare to major in Business. ah Manoa or ah West Oahu”
“I am continually inspired by the possibilities of early college programs,” said Leeward’s Syreeta Washington. CC“The success of this program is built on our students’ dedication to their education, the strong collaboration we have cultivated, and our shared dedication to promoting student success.” ”.
This program was supported by Hawaii P–20 and a grant from the Stupski Foundation.
