The Importance of Faculty Support
Funds allocated to faculty support allow 'Iolani to recruit and retain the best possible faculty; provide professional development opportunities to allow faculty to enhance their craft; and ensure that there is space and time to evolve the curriculum to meet the needs of today's students and prepare them well for life after 'Iolani.
Teaching As A Calling
In a moving speech delivered at 'Iolani School's 150th Anniversary Gala, former Headmaster Rev. David P. Coon described the special work of 'Iolani's teachers.
"In my opinion, every teacher and administrator at 'Iolani has that calling. So, what is a calling ?
A calling suggests that we who work in education, especially at 'Iolani School, believe that our personal desires are subordinate to the needs of our students. That is difficult! It is a challenge to work for a company and
think of the welfare of that company first, our personal welfare second.
That is the major difference between a calling and a job. In a job, people
tend to work for their personal advancement and glory. That is
understandable! But in a calling, people will work for higher knowledge in
their field which in turn enhances the education of their students, making
those students better prepared for whatever the future holds."
A Commitment to Students
At the heart of a school is its people, and 'Iolani has always prided itself on welcoming faculty who are not only experts in their chosen field, but also have the ability to connect with students, nurture their development, and support their interests inside and outside of the classroom.
Indeed, so much of 'Iolani's reputation as one of the top K-12 schools in the country is due to the quality of our teachers and their commitment to students' growth and development.
Did you Know...
- 'Iolani has 250 faculty and administrators.
- 81% of Upper School faculty hold advanced degrees.
- 14% of Upper School faculty have doctorate degrees