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One of the keys to the success of Hawaii
3R's will be securing volunteer professional services up front -- architects, engineers,
contractors, plumbers, carpenters, - to assess and then support a school's undertaking.
It may be a parent, alumni, or community member. It is also important to find a project
manager (e.g., retired construction manager or trades person, PTSA or PCNC liaison)
to help oversee the effort.
Some schools will embrace the powerful
community partnerships opportunities immediately, while others may opt to watch from
the sidelines, and still others may decide it's too humbug. Neither is right nor
wrong.
Yes, it will work. Yes, it
will take commitment. But, the return is well worth
the investment ... in tangible results, community partnerships built,
and in a better place for Hawaii's children to learn.
Hawaii's schools will need support
from businesses, organizations, service groups, and individuals in the following
ways:
- Project managers to determine the scope of work for
each job, including professional help, number of
volunteers, equipment, and supplies needed.
- On-site supervision.
- Professional services such as painting or electrical
repair.
- Volunteer coordinators to recruit and manage volunteer
help.
- Volunteer laborers.
- Funds to assist in matching skilled and unskilled
volunteerism.
- Supply or coordination of donated or loaned building
materials, equipment and/or supplies.
- Food and drinks for volunteers.
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