Our Mission
55 by ‘25 is a community-action campaign coordinated by Hawaii P-20 Partnerships for Education that raises awareness in Hawaii’s education.
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The Pipeline
We work to strengthen the education pipeline from early childhood through higher education so that all students achieve career and college success.
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The Beginning
Preparation for college starts in a child’s earliest years. Support the campaign to help achieve the 55 by ‘25 goal.
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Together We Can!
Let’s collaborate and create plans to better prepare students for college and career success.
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Support Us!
Our goal: to have 55% of working age adults hold a 2- or 4-year college degree by the year 2025!
Together We Can!
Whether you’re a student, parent, employee, employer or retiree, a better-educated work force benefits all of us. Our statewide goal is to have 55% of working age adults hold a 2- or 4-year college degree by the year 2025.
Join us and pledge your support today!
What is 55 by ‘25?
Our Mission
55 by ’25 is a community-action campaign coordinated by Hawaii P-20 Partnerships for Education, that raises awareness, creates urgency, and invites community-wide participation to achieve Hawaii’s education goal: 55 percent of working age adults (25–64 years old) having a two- or four-year degree by the year 2025. To achieve this important goal, support is needed for students and teachers across the education spectrum—from early childhood through college completion.
The 55 by ’25 campaign urges businesses, community and civic organizations, parents and students to make education a high priority and to join the thousands of people in Hawaii who are already working hard to achieve the 55 by ‘25 goal.
News
Olympic Gold Medalist Kristi Yamaguchi, in partnership with Hawaii P-20 Partnerships for Education and Raising a Reader, launched an early childhood literacy program at Kalihi Kai Elementary School and Linapuni Elementary School. More than 120 kindergarteners at these two schools will be participating in Always Reading, a program designed to increase literacy by encouraging more family involvement.
Hawaii P-20 Executive Director Karen Lee went on Think Tech Hawaii to raise awareness about the 55 by ’25 campaign.
Why College
College Benefits Go Beyond Earnings
In addition to earning more, college educated Millennials also have lower unemployment and poverty rates than their less-educated peers. They’re also more likely to be married and less likely to be living in their parent’s home.
The Cost Of NOT Going To College Has Risen
Millennials with just a high school diploma are faring worse today than their counterparts in earlier generations by almost every economic measure examined.
Success Stories
Dole Middle School Helping Students Become College and Career Ready
Congratulations to teacher Karlene Kauleinamoku, recognized by the National College For Every Student office; this is the fifth year in a row that Dole Middle School has received the award. It goes to schools that make outstanding strides in putting their students on the path to college. At Dole, students in the 6th grade already begin thinking about colleges by visiting the University of Hawaii-Manoa; in the 7th and 8th grades, Kauleinamoku works with the students in helping them write personal statements and how to fill out financial aid applications. Congratulations to Principal Tiare Uli‘i, Ms. Kauleinamoku and the rest of the Dole Diplomats!
Record Number of UH Graduates
In the 2013-14 academic year, University of Hawaii awarded the highest number of diplomas and certificates in its history. Over 11,278 degrees and certificates were awarded by the UH System, a 13 percent increase over the previous year.
Our Progress
UPDATED! As of 2013, 44.3 percent (up from 42.6% in 2012) of Hawaii’s working age adults (ages 25–64) held a two‐ or four‐year degree, according to U.S.Census Data. That's 11, 332 more adults with a postsecondary degree in 2013 vs. 2012.
40% said Absolutely a necessity
45% said Helpful but not a necessity
13% said Not necessary
2% said Don't know
As of Summer 2014, the number of Hawaii adults polled statewide who said a college education is NOT necessary decreased to 15% (from 17% in Winter 2012). (Omnitrak People’s Pulse, Winter 2014)
In 2012‐2013 school year, 71% of 3rd graders in HIDOE were considered proficient in reading by end of third grade (i.e. reading at grade level).
Testimonials
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“As Hawaii’s largest health care provider, we are always looking for skilled workers to fill a range of positions at our four hospitals and more than 50 outpatient clinics and service sites located statewide. Ensuring Hawaii’s emerging workforce is prepared to fill these jobs and the many others needed across all industries is very important to us. We encourage everyone in Hawaii, especially our business community, to join us in supporting this effort so we can meet the goal of 55 percent of working age adults holding a college degree by 2025.”
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