The Promise of Universal Access to Pre-K. Ready Keiki is a statewide public-private effort to expand access to preschool for all 3 and 4 year olds.
Connect With Lt. Governor Luke
Internet for all of Hawaiʻi is the foundation of the Connect Kākou initiative—which is why I’m grateful to Google for investing in improving Hawaiʻi’s internet infrastructure. ![]()
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With a $1 billion investment, Google will help connect Hawai’i via three transpacific routes, strengthening our state’s digital infrastructure and connection to the Pacific and beyond. Just as we need multiple roads to access different areas, these pathways ensure everyone can get online, stay online, and thrive.![]()
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Mahalo to Google and our #ConnectKakou partners for their ongoing efforts in creating a more resilient and reliable internet connection for Hawaiʻi. Together, we ensure no one in our state is left behind. Learn more at the #linkinbio.
Google and Connect Kākou to Unveil Plans for $1 Billion Transpacific Subsea Cable Project to Support Hawaiʻi’s Internet Resilience and Connectivity![]()
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What: Google and Lieutenant Governor Sylvia Luke will unveil plans for the $1 billion construction of new fiber-optic internet subsea cables connecting Hawaiʻi with Japan, the continental U.S., the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI), and Guam. These new transpacific routes will improve internet reliability and connection for users in the Pacific Islands and around the world. This announcement is part of Connect Kākou, Hawaiʻiʻs internet initiative, that encompasses all broadband efforts across the state.![]()
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When: Tuesday, April 30, 11:00 a.m. (HST)![]()
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Where: The Entrepreneur’s Sandbox, 643 Ilalo St., Honolulu, HI 96813![]()
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- The Honorable Sylvia Luke, Lieutenant Governor of the State of Hawaiʻi![]()
- Benji Robinson, Asia Pacific Director, Google
As our state continues to modernize its services, Doug Murdock, Hawaiʻi Chief Information Officer, has been a key leader in this endeavor, overseeing some of the largest technology initiatives to ensure we remain at the forefront of data and technology.![]()
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Doug’s contributions to bringing innovative technology to our state are truly significant, and I was happy to recognize him and public sector IT leaders at the inaugural Hawaii Data + AI Summit.
Press Conference: The Office of the Lieutenant Governor Connect Kākou and Google Announcement
In just one year, we have created over 200 new preschool seats for our children as part of the #ReadyKeiki initative. As we continue to build on this progress and expand opportunities for our keiki, quality early education remains essential.![]()
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That is why I’m grateful and proud of the charter and public preschools across our state for their continued commitment to preparing our keiki for kindergarten and their futures.![]()
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#hawaiipreschool #hawaiiprek #hawaiikeiki #keikifirst
Happy Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Throughout this month, we celebrate the AA & NHPI artists, entrepreneurs, community leaders, scientists, and so many others who shape our American story.
This month, we celebrate the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities. Americans of #AANHPI heritage have shaped the very fabric of our nation and opened up new possibilities for all of us. Diversity is our greatest strength.