Hawaii State Standards

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Hawaii Holocaust Education Summary

Legal Status

  • Mandated by law: Yes, pending final enactment
  • Introduced via HB 2092 (2024), requiring a statewide Holocaust & genocide curriculum for grades 8–12 [oai_citation:0‡billtrack50.com](https://www.billtrack50.com/billdetail/1681886?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
  • Curriculum must include at least 6 hours of instruction covering Holocaust history, antisemitism, racism, human rights violations, and the ramifications of intolerance
  • HB 2092 passed its initial legislative stages but awaits final approval before becoming effective

How the Holocaust Appears in Hawaii’s Standards

Middle & High School (Grades 8–12)

  • Once enacted, school districts will be required to provide at least six hours of Holocaust/genocide instruction in grades 8–12
  • Courses must address Holocaust history (1933–1945), antisemitism, racism, broader human rights violations, and moral reflections on intolerance

Supplemental Teaching Tools Encouraged

Hawaii educators may enhance instruction with resources such as:

  • U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum curricula
  • Echoes & Reflections educational materials
  • Survivor testimony videos and primary source documents

Teaching Notes for Hawaii Educators

AreaGuidance
Mandated by LawYes (upon final enactment of HB 2092)
Included in CurriculumYes, required under forthcoming DOE curriculum plan
Grade LevelsGrades 8–12
Instructional ScopeMinimum 6 hours of Holocaust & genocide instruction
Professional DevelopmentDOE responsible for curriculum development and implementation guidance

Conclusion

Hawaii is advancing toward a statewide requirement for Holocaust and genocide education. If HB 2092 becomes law, school districts will be required to teach at least six hours of instruction across grades 8–12, covering historical, ethical, and civic dimensions of the Holocaust. Educators are encouraged to use survivor testimony, primary sources, and supplementary materials to meet and enrich these curriculum requirements.

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