Le Journal

The Honolulu Police Department and state Department of Education have launched Oahu’s first formal school resource officer (SRO) pilot program, placing uniformed officers at Waianae, Kapolei and Kaimuki high schools through the current school year. Goals are lofty — to change school cultures and prioritize positive social and academic achievements — but can be attained if HPD and the officers, along with students, parents and educators, demonstrate sustained commitment and adopt an open, flexible approach.

It was both an honor and a pleasure to work with Tom Coffman on “How Social Work Changed Hawai‘i: From Practice to Social Justice.” A small group invited Tom to write a book capturing the lives of social work icons and their lasting impact on social justice in Hawaii. His deep knowledge of the islands, and his profound respect for Native Hawaiian culture, made him the ideal author. His wife, Lois Lee — herself a social worker — encouraged him to take on the project.

The new federal Dietary Guidelines include a detail that deserves attention: Americans are encouraged to eat more protein — and the guidelines make clear this can come from animal or plant sources. Plant proteins like peas, quinoa, tofu, lentils and soy milk offer high‑quality nutrition with the added benefits of fiber, antioxidants and smaller climate footprint.

Dre Bullock produced a double-double and reserve guard Isaiah Kerr added 16 points to boost the short-handed basketball team to Thursday night’s 98-71 victory over Cal State Bakersfield at Bankoh Arena at Stan Sheriff Center.