Inspiring Multilingualism from Niʻihau to Hawaiʻi Island
High-Impact English Language Development PD for Hawaii Educators
CORE delivers HI’s only end-to-end professional learning ecosystem that empowers teachers with the knowledge, skills, and practices to draw from students’ rich linguistic and cultural diversity—not as a challenge to work around, but as an asset to build on in Tier 1 instruction.
Through the Professional Development Training for Teachers of English Learner Students for the Hawaiʻi State Department of Education grant, Hawaiʻi has an opportunity to lead the nation in how we apply language acquisition principles across content areas and effective instruction.
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WIDA-Aligned and Research-Based
OL&LA and ERA draw from the 2020 WIDA Standards, the Teaching Reading Sourcebook, and Multiple Measures
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Designed for Oral Language and Heritage Languages
Builds spoken language while honoring ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, Ilokano, Chuukese, Tagalog, Marshallese, and Samoan
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Flexible Delivery Across the Islands
Online and hybrid options that meet the needs of Maui, Kauaʻi, Hawaiʻi Island, Lānaʻi, and Molokaʻi
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Coaching That Drives Real Implementation
Ongoing support for schools and leaders in every Complex Area
CORE's Professional Learning Meets Hawaiʻi’s Teachers Where They Are
Whether you’re looking for self-paced learning, live workshops, coaching, or community engagement, CORE Learning delivers comprehensive support to help educators implement Structured Literacy in ways that affirm every student’s language and culture.
CORE’s offerings
Online Language & Literacy Academy (OL&LA)
- OL&LA Elementary
- OL&LA Secondary
- OL&LA Cohort Leader
Build lasting expertise on your schedule.
OL&LA equips Hawaiʻi educators with deep, research-based knowledge of Structured Literacy, paired with a strong focus on oral language development, multilingualism, and cultural responsiveness. Designed for real-world educator schedules, these self-paced modules support effective literacy instruction that honors the diverse languages spoken across the islands.
Programs:
- Elementary Reading Academy (ERA)
- Adolescent Literacy Solutions (ALS)
- Leadership for Literacy
- Reading Fundamentals Leaders Institute
Bring research into practice with hands-on learning.
These cohort-based experiences help educators translate literacy research into daily instruction. Whether supporting early reading through ERA, reaching older students with ALS, or building leadership capacity, CORE’s live sessions foster shared language, consistent practices, and team-wide momentum.
Services:
- Collaborative Planning
- MTSS/RTI Support
- Assessment Guidance
- Support with Instructional Materials
- Classroom Coaching and Lesson Study
- Executive Coaching and Mentoring
Turn PD into measurable progress.
CORE partners with schools and Complex Areas to support long-term change. Our coaches work side by side with educators to refine instruction, analyze student data, and embed literacy practices that lead to stronger outcomes for English learners.
Program:
- PODER (Spanish-language family literacy program)
Strengthen connections with multilingual families.
While PODER is designed for Spanish-speaking communities, it reflects CORE’s broader commitment to honoring families’ home languages and cultural identities. Including programs like PODER in our ecosystem demonstrates how literacy grows stronger when educators and families work together.
Titles:
Anchor your work in proven tools.
CORE’s foundational texts are trusted by educators nationwide and align with Hawaiʻi’s focus on structured, inclusive instruction. These resources support lesson planning, assessment, and instructional decision-making every step of the way.
Spotlight on Hawaiʻi
CORE’s programs are fully aligned with Hawai‘i’s Policy 105-14 and eligible under state funding initiatives, including the English Language Professional Learning Grant. Our offerings support Structured Literacy paired with multilingual and culturally responsive practices that meet Hawaiʻi’s unique educational priorities.
Hawaii
Partner with CORE to bring lasting literacy impact across the islands. Flexible, proven programs designed for your schools and communities.
Minnesota
California
Colorado
Look for red — that’s where CORE’s programs qualify for state funding support.
Why CORE Is the Best Choice for Professional Learning
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Centered on Language, Culture, and Identity
CORE embeds an asset-based model across every offering. Multilingualism, oral language, and cultural knowledge are central to literacy, helping educators build on students’ strengths.
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Comprehensive Online Structured Literacy PD
OL&LA blends self-paced microlearning, live support, and optional coaching into a scalable, flexible experience that delivers real results.
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Faster Results, Actionable Learning
CORE focuses on essential skills and real-world application, helping educators move from knowledge to practice quickly.
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Grounded in Trusted Sources
Programs are built on the Teaching Reading Sourcebook and Multiple Measures, helping educators apply proven resources with purpose.
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IDA-Accredited and Standards-Aligned
CORE meets top national standards, with IDA accreditation and alignment to WIDA and state goals like Hawai‘i’s Policy 105-14.
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For Educators at Every Level
Tailored pathways support teachers, coaches, leaders, and system-level decision makers to drive literacy improvement.
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Flexible, Real-World Delivery
CORE offers asynchronous, hybrid, and facilitated options to fit busy educator schedules without sacrificing depth.
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Ongoing Partnership
CORE provides coaching, site-based support, and leadership development to ensure sustained impact beyond the training.
Let’s Connect Hawaiʻi
Book a 15-minute conversation to map out how CORE can support your WIDA rollout, Policy 105-14 goals, and multilingual learners across the islands.
