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Teacher Quality Hawaii Department of Education  |
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Teacher quality is one of the most important factors in improving student achievement. As a result, federal and state law The links on the left provide important background information on the Department of Education plan to ensure the following:
If you have questions, we will be pleased to respond. Just email us at HQT@notes.k12.hi.us .
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....Our standards set the course, while students, families, and community fill the sails with expectation as we voyage with the treasure of bright, young minds ready to lead the way to the future.
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Hawaii State Plan
, as well as Board of Education and Department of Education strategic plans, set the important goal that all students be taught by a "highly qualified teacher" (HQT). A teacher who holds at least a bachelor's degree, has obtained full State certification, and has demonstrated knowledge in the core academic subjects he or she teaches is designated HQT.