Congratulations to Ms. Robin Meleana Cone-Murakami Barros, the 2025 Hawai‘i Charter School Teacher of the Year. Ms. Robin is an arts and sustainability teacher at SEEQS: the School for Examining Essential Questions of Sustainability.

Ms. Robin brings creativity and compassion into her classroom every day, helping students not only master their craft but also grow as empathetic leaders within their communities. Ms. Robin empowers her students to connect deeply with their personal experiences and express themselves both visually and verbally. Her focus on integrating the arts into students' lives highlights the vital role creativity plays in shaping future leaders.

Ms. Robin was one of 16 nominees for the 2025 Hawaiʻi State Teacher of the Year. Congratulations to Mr. Bryan Silver of Kalani High School for being named the 2025 Hawai‘i State Teacher of the Year! All the teachers were honored at an event at Washington Place on Tuesday, October 15, 2024. This annual event is a tribute to all teachers. Their hard work and dedication is invaluable to our keiki and community.

Take a few minutes to learn more about her inspiring work and the impact she’s making on her students! #CharterSchools #ArtsInEducation #hawaiieducation