As part of a verdant forest, the presence of 'ie'ie indicates strength and well-being. A forest plant that often thrives in lofty places upon 'ōhi'a as its host, is a sign of a healthy forest, drenched and lush. Hālau 'ie'ie is named to hold the place of this aerial plant ensuring that our kauhale is continually verdant and thriving.

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Hālau 'Ie'ie contributes to the shared work of Alaukawai's dual operating system by ​supporting the scaling and implementation of evidence-based practices in ‘Ōiwi Edge learning and teaching. 

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The following task forces were formed to scale new learning and teaching paradigms that would best prepare our haumāna and hoa kumu  to thrive in an ever-evolving world: