Promoting the
Advancement of
Civic Education
IN HAWAI‘I’S COMMUNITIES
About Us
The purpose of the PACE Commission is “to promote and advance civic education for students and citizens throughout Hawai‘i,” as stated in Rule 23 of the Rules of the Supreme Court of the State of Hawai‘i, adopted by the Court on January 7, 2021.
Our Programs
As part of our work to provide educational resources for the public, we’ve partnered with individuals and organizations in the community to provide various programs about the importance of civic education.
Lawyers and Judges in School Program
The PACE Commission, the Judiciary History Center, and the HSBA Civic Education Committee members support teachers and students by having judges and attorneys speak with students in their schools or during visits to the Judiciary History Center. The goal is for students to learn about their government, how it affects their lives, and why it is important to be an active participant. This program also provides resources and shares stories about advocates, cases, and events in Hawai’i, to allow students (K-12) to appreciate special places, people, and events in our communities.
Kauaʻi Law and Justice Academy Inspires Civic Engagement and Legal Learning
LĪHUʻE, Kauaʻi – Sixteen high school students from across the island gathered at Puʻuhonua Kaulike, the Kauaʻi courthouse, from October 7 to 9, 2025, to take part in the Kauaʻi Law and Justice Academy, an intensive, hands-on program designed to build understanding of the legal system, sharpen advocacy and analytical skills, and inspire civic participation.
“Oi kau ka lā, e hana i ola honua.”
WHILE THE SUN YET SHINES DO ALL YOU CAN
While there is earthly life (ola honua), do all you can.