What's Being Discussed

Updates from the Executive Office on Early Learning (EOEL), including recent legislation affecting early childhood programs, new facilities opening across the state, and expansion of the Preschool Open Doors program.
Workforce news, such as a teaching excellence award, a new teaching program at UH West Oʻahu, and an upcoming Early Educator Teaching Forum.
Family and community support activities, including Head Start literacy outreach, a community resource fair, and a summer reading kickoff.
Health and nutrition programs for child care settings, including a wellness fair and a nutrition self-assessment tool.
State early childhood planning, including a newly signed 2025–2030 State Plan and updates on federal grant projects supporting infant and child mental health.
EOEL Director's annual performance review — the director will share highlights from her professional portfolio, and board members will be asked to complete an anonymous evaluation form by July 22.
2027 legislative policy priorities — the board will review and potentially identify focus areas for the upcoming legislative session.
School Facilities Authority (SFA) presentation on how the state funds, renovates, and builds early childhood facilities across Hawaiʻi.

Decisions Expected

Approval of the May 2026 meeting minutes.
A possible vote on 2027 policy priorities for early learning legislation.

Who Should Pay Attention

Parents and caregivers of young children, especially those using or seeking preschool programs.
Early childhood educators and providers interested in workforce support, training, and facilities funding.
Community organizations working in child health, family support, or early education.
Anyone interested in how the state plans and funds early learning from birth through kindergarten.

The meeting is open to the public in person at 2707 South King Street, Honolulu, or via Zoom. Public testimony is limited to 2 minutes per agenda item. Written testimony must be submitted by 3:00 p.m. on July 7, 2026.