Hawaii Senate Bill SR7

Hawaii 2023 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/25/23
• Refer: 1/30/23

Caption

Requesting The Department Of Education To Transfer The Ewa Beach Public And School Library From The State Public Library System To James Campbell High School.

Impact

If adopted, SR7 would change the management of the Ewa Beach Public and School Library, aligning it closer to the educational needs of students from nearby schools, including James Campbell High School, Pohakea Elementary School, and Ilima Intermediate School. The transfer aims to allow for more flexible hours and better integration of library services into the school environment, potentially fostering an enhanced learning atmosphere and benefiting student engagement with reading and research.

Summary

Senate Resolution 7 (SR7) requests the Department of Education to transfer the Ewa Beach Public and School Library from the Hawaii State Public Library System to James Campbell High School. The resolution highlights the library's historical context, as it has served both educational and community purposes since its opening on August 28, 1971. Addressing current operational hours, which are deemed inconvenient for local students, the resolution seeks to enhance accessibility for those who rely on the library resources.

Contention

While the bill is predominantly seen as beneficial for students, potential points of contention could arise regarding the administrative shifts necessary for this transition. Questions may surface regarding the adequacy of state funding for library operations under the new administration, as well as the implications of resource allocation for both the public library system and the school itself. Stakeholders may also debate the long-term sustainability of the library's operations post-transfer.