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SROs Redefining Safety in Hawaii Schools | Honolulu News
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School resource officers are making waves in Hawaii’s high schools, with pilot programs at Kapolei, Waianae, and Kaimuki showing strong results—leading to expanded staffing, including three new officers at Nanakuli High. Educators and community leaders hail the initiative for reducing offenses and boosting campus safety, while officers are stepping beyond enforcement to become mentors and role models. Former security guard Kaui Asinsin and Rep. Darius Kila credit years of advocacy for this progress, and officers like Jon Thomas are building trust through after-school events and personal connections. With the goal of turning SROs into positive influences—much like the officer who inspired Chief David Lazar—the program may soon expand to more schools, helping students see law enforcement as allies, not just authority figures.
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