English Language Learners (ELL) Program

Vision

Caring for Self and 'Ohana, Growing Through Adversity, Owning Our Future

Who We Serve

We serve culturally and linguistically diverse students who are developing in the four domains of language: speaking, listening, reading and writing. Our program serves 81 students enrolled in the who receive a range of language and intervention supports. Our students speak multiple languages including Spanish, Chukeese, Ilocano, Tagalog, and Pohnpeian among others.

EL Program Staff

ELL Coordinator/ESL Teacher & ELA Teacher

Ms. Martinez holds a MS Ed in Educational Studies with a concentration in Secondary English from Johns Hopkins University and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from California State University, Fullerton. Ms. Martinez entered teaching as a Teach for America Corps Member in 2014. Since then, obtained a teaching license in Secondary (6-12) English and is currently a candidate for National Board Certification.

ESL Teacher & ELA Teacher

Ms. Hernandez

Paraprofessional

Mrs. Williams has been at Konawaena High School since 2019. As a bilingual paraprofessional, she supports Newcomers when they arrive on campus and provides in-class tutoring for all ELs. Additionally, she translates parent meetings and assists with enrollment.

West Hawai'i Complex Area Office Staff

District Educational Office

Nani Damasco

ELL Resource Teacher

Lara Mangieri

ELL Resource Teacher

Kecia McDonald