IMPORTANT NOTICE: To enroll in this course, you must first register on Hawaii DOE's LearnSoft platform. Follow these steps:

  1. Log in to MyAPP and click on the LearnSoft icon.
  2. Search for the course by title and complete your registration.
  3. After registering on LearnSoft, return to this site to submit payment and secure your spot.

Since the course fills up quickly, your spot is only guaranteed once both steps are completed.

⚠️ If you are on the waitlist in LearnSoft, DO NOT submit payment yet. For waitlist status inquiries, please contact [email protected].

Earn credits and get healthier at the same time

Students achieve more when their teachers are healthy*. In this online three-credit course, you will learn about a healthy lifestyle that can transform you to be the best teacher you have always wanted to be. You will develop skills in goal setting, stress management, exercise routines, emotional health practices, social skills, and good nutrition. Upon completing this course, you will be able to promote wellness in your students to meet the demands of school and life while contributing to the well-being of the family, ‘āina, community, and world. The credits from this course can be applied toward the pay-scale reclassification for Hawaii DOE.

Designed for busy teachers like you

  • Multimedia lesson content about the current health issues, wellness practices and inspiration SPECIFICALLY for busy teachers who are seeking work-life balance

  • 100% online, self-paced, and there are no virtual meetings. That means you can control when and where your learning happens

  • All-in-one online learning platform that allows you to learn, contact the instructors, connect with other participants, and turn in your assignments all from your dashboard

  • Easy to navigate and accessible from any computer or mobile device

  • First-class customer service and tech support

FAQ

  • When does this course open /end?

    It opens April 1st, 2025. All assignments must be submitted by June 20th, 2025, 5pm HST for our instructor's review and APPROVED & uploaded onto Learnsoft before June 27th to receive credits. Hawaii DOE's Advance Professional Learning Program officer will complete the portfolio review by July 27th and grant three credits shortly after. The course is self-paced. You can start learning any time after the section opening day and complete the course as quickly as you like.

  • Do I need to teach during summer to complete the course work?

    No. As long as you have a minimum of three students you can practice the teaching strategies with, and collect work samples from, you can complete all requirements. You maybe able to finish all course work before the end of May. Or you could ask a friend who is teaching a summer program if you could teach three lessons.

  • I am a resource teacher / counselor and I don't have my own class. Can I still complete the course?

    Yes, we welcome all types of educators. As long as you have a minimum of three students you can practice the teaching strategies with, you can complete all requirements.

  • Is this course all online? Does it require any live virtual meeting?

    Our course is 100% online and there are no virtual meetings. Yet, our course offers ways to connect with other participants for people who are interested in building a network. The instructors are also available to support you. We will respond to your question usually within 24 hours.

Instructors

Senior Instructor / Founder

Cindy Staples

Cindy Staples is a TESOL-certified EL teacher currently teaching ELLs at a HIDOE elementary school in the Leeward district on Oahu. While serving as a member of the Hawaii State EL Leadership Team, Cindy was involved in developing a comprehensive EL Success Initiative plan for the state to impact instruction in all content areas and across all grade levels. She has a Master's Degree in Teaching and a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, where she studied human motivation and emotion and the role that conditioning plays in human behavior.

Course Administrator / IT support

Jenni Uchida

Jenni Uchida is currently a HIDOE elementary school principal in the Kalihi neighborhood of Oahu, where she also received training as a middle school administrator. In collaboration with teachers, counselors, and families, she spends much of her days guiding students to develop a sense of well-being & responsibility and supporting teachers. Before her principalship, Jenni served as an academic coach and a classroom teacher for many years in Hawaii.

Pre-order and reserve your spot today

The seats are limited and filling quickly. Join us now. The course starts on April 1, 2025.

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Policies and Support

  • Payment

    Payment is due one day before the course start date. Refunds will only be provided to participants who submit their refund requests in writing no later than fourteen days (two weeks) prior to the official start date of their course.

  • Important Note

    Participants must submit all original work, receive approval on all assignments and pass the portfolio requirement to receive three credits. For other important course policies, please go to our course description in the Learning Opportunities section on the HIDOE Learnsoft or send a request email to [email protected].

  • We care about your experience

    The quickest way to receive support is by contacting the right person. For questions regarding course registration, payment, portfolio upload, reclassification questions & technical issues with the course website contact Jenni Uchida at [email protected]. For questions regarding lesson plan and course assignments, contact Cindy Staples at [email protected]

  • Disclaimer

    For the portfolio evaluation criteria, disclaimer and additional information about this course, please go to our course description in the Learning Opportunities section on the HIDOE Learnsoft or send a request email to [email protected].