Commentary from Senator Sakamoto

August 2, 2006

Junior Kindergarten

On August 1, the Honolulu Star-Bulletin, in its editorial, commended the junior kindergarten program for its flexibility and its potential for helping children get off to a good start.

http://starbulletin.com/2006/08/01/editorial/editorial01.html

The media, oftentimes, can create a perception that differs from the way things really are. It is encouraging to find instances when they "get it." The Honolulu Star-Bulletin, in its editorial is to be commended for bringing clarity and understanding to the complex issues and concerns that surround the recent change in kindergarten age and the creation of junior kindergarten.