Myron Brumaghim's Page

First Name:

Myron

Last Name:

Brumaghim

Hometown:

Honolulu

School/Organization Name:

Nanaikapono Elementary School

Job Title:

Retired Principal

City:

Waianae

State:

Hawaii

My Story:

As a retired principal of a Nanaikapono Elementary school, my focus was to provide the best educational environment for our students. Realizing that our school will never have sufficient funds and other resources, our staff was able to develop a partnership with the University of Hawaii, College of Education. This partnership has done wonders in helping our teachers and me develop an exciting educaitonal environment for our students. Currently, we are creating a partnership with the NFL Youth Education Town Center (Boys and Girls Club) to broaden the educational opportunities for our students in the area (i.e. art, music and ect.)

My Ideal School is a Place Where:

I believe that our students have the fundamental right to live successful lives through the maximization of their educaitonal experience. Therefore, my vision of an ideal school is one in which students have a voice, they are engaged in learning, they want to be here, and it is a safe,exciting place.

My Religious Views:

Since Nanaikapono Elementary School is located in the largest Hawaiian Homelands in Hawaii, it is important that we practice and sustain cultural beliefs and practices- a right has been denied Native Hawaiians for centuries.

My Favorite Freedom:

Freedom to petition, because goals of our current national legislation (NCLB) is not realistic and the consequences are devastating on our schools and students.

My Personal Heroes:

My personal hero is mom, who contributed a bunch to what I have become.

My Personal Motto:

Always have the students interest (For our Keiki) foremost in your mind and one size does not fit all.

My Favorite Journey:

My favorate journey started 19 years ago and continues.

Recommended Reading:

Chicken Soup for the Soul; Who moved my cheese?