STAND. COM. REP. NO. 3579

Honolulu, Hawaii

RE: GOV. MSG. NOS. 704, 705

Honorable Ronald D. Kouchi

President of the Senate

Thirtieth State Legislature

Regular Session of 2020

State of Hawaii

Sir:

Your Committee on Education, to which was referred Governor's Message Nos. 704 and 705, submitting for study and consideration the nominations of:

Hawaii Teacher Standards Board

G.M. No. 704	DAWN RAYMOND, for a term to expire 06-30-2022; and
G.M. No. 705	KRISTI MIYAMAE, for a term to expire 06-30-2022,

begs leave to report as follows:

Your Committee has reviewed the personal histories, resumes, and statements submitted by Dawn Raymond and Kristi Miyamae for service on the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board.

DAWN RAYMOND

Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination for the appointment of Dawn Raymond from Hawaii Teacher Standards Board and two individuals.

Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Dawn Raymond's background and dedication to serving the public qualify her to be appointed to the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board. Your Committee notes that Ms. Raymond has been an educational assistant since 2003, became a special education teacher in 2010, and holds a master's degree in autism spectrum disorder. Ms. Raymond is currently a special education teacher at Chiefess Kapiolani Elementary School. Previously, Ms. Raymond has worked with the Hawaii State Teachers Association in a variety of capacities, including as a board member. Your Committee finds that Ms. Raymond is currently serving as an interim member of the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board and her knowledge and experience continues to enhance the effectiveness of the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board. Your Committee therefore recommends that Ms. Raymond be appointed to the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board based on her background, knowledge, and desire to contribute to the community.

KRISTI MIYAMAE

Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination for the appointment of Kristi Miyamae from the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board and three individuals.

Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Kristi Miyamae's background and dedication to serving the public qualify her to be appointed to the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board. Your Committee notes that Ms. Miyamae began her career as a special education teacher in 2002. Ms. Miyamae holds a master's degree in that field and continues to serve as a classroom teacher at Mililani Middle School. Previously, Ms. Miyamae served as a chapter president and director with the Hawaii State Teachers Association. Your Committee finds that Ms. Miyamae has a thorough understanding of the role and responsibilities of board members and her extensive experience in teaching will enhance the effectiveness of the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board. Your Committee therefore recommends that Ms. Miyamae be appointed to the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board based on her knowledge, background, and dedication to public service.

As affirmed by the records of votes of the members of your Committee on Education that are attached to this report, your Committee, after full consideration of the background, experience, and qualifications of the nominees, has found the nominees to be qualified for the positions to which nominated and recommends that the Senate advise and consent to the nominations.

Respectfully submitted on behalf of the members of the Committee on Education,

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MICHELLE N. KIDANI, Chair