HI HCR228

Urges the Department of Education and Board of Education to prevent future closure of Likelike Elementary School, a public school founded in 1922 serving the Kalihi-Palama community.

Highlights the school's diverse student population (36.9% Filipino, 15.6% Micronesian, 15.6% Native Hawaiian, 5.3% Chinese) and programs including family literacy, preschool, and English as Second Language instruction.

Notes the school achieved test score increases of 9% in reading and 10% in mathematics between school years 2009-2010 and 2010-2011.

References the school's namesake, Princess Likelike (1851-1887), sister of King Kalakaua and Hawaii's last reigning monarch, whose birthday is honored annually by fourth graders.

Requires certified copies of the resolution be transmitted to the Chairperson of the Board of Education and the Superintendent of Education.