Aloha and welcome to the Kaimuki- McKinley - Roosevelt Teacher Induction Center website. We proudly serve the Kaimuki- McKinley - Roosevelt (KMR) community of beginning teachers in their first and second years of teaching and the school-level mentors who support them. Our mission is to empower educators and enhance student learning by accelerating teacher effectiveness, improving the retention of quality teachers, and strengthening teacher leadership.
We are committed to equipping new teachers with the tools, strategies, and confidence they need to excel in the classroom while fostering a supportive environment promoting professional growth and longevity. Through our programs, we provide high-quality professional development, mentorship opportunities, and resources tailored to the unique needs of our educators. By cultivating leadership skills and fostering a collaborative educational community, we aim to inspire excellence in teaching and learning across our schools. Together, we build a foundation for lasting success for educators and students.
Our teacher mentoring program is like the kalo plant—deeply rooted in tradition, nourished by care, and sustained through connection. Just as kalo grows strong with guidance and thrives in diverse conditions, new teachers are supported by experienced mentors who help them develop resilience, adaptability, and a solid foundation. The image of kalo growing out of a book symbolizes how knowledge, learning, and cultural values nourish the growth of new educators. Through this ʻohana-based approach, we cultivate a cycle of growth where today’s learners become tomorrow’s leaders, ensuring a thriving, sustainable future for our teaching community.