2026 Hawai'i Counseling & Advising Convening

• Registration closes: February 10, 2026
• Travel Requests closes: February 3rd, 2026

The 6th Annual Statewide Hawaii Counseling & Advising Convening (HICA) will bring together counselors, advisors, administrators, and community partners from across the state to share insights and best practices in college and career advising and counseling. Participants will explore effective models and programs designed to prepare students for success in both career and life.

This year’s convening will highlight the meaningful, impactful advising and counseling that require both a human heart and intentional strategy. While the world continues to evolve, technology and AI can never replace the genuine human connection, but we can harness innovation to help students plan smarter and approach their life and career journeys with confidence.

Presentations and learning discussions will focus on three topic areas:

• Effective & Innovative College & Career Counseling and Advising Practices
• Building Strategic Partnerships for Postsecondary Opportunities
• Preparing Students for Workforce Demands and Career Growth

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• Deadline: Registration closes February 10th, 2026
• Cost: Registration is free for all participants.
• Audience: Priority is given to HIDOE and UH employees.
• Travel: Travel accommodations are limited for neighbor island attendees, so please register early! Deadline to request travel is Feb. 3rd. Once registered, Hawaiʻi P-20 will contact attendees directly to coordinate travel arrangements.
• Schools/campuses are encouraged to coordinate teams of no more than 5 people per campus.
• Cancellations: If you register for HICA but are unable to attend, please contact [email protected] as soon as possible to cancel your ticket.
• "No-shows" may be subject to possible cancellation fees or unable to participate in future Hawaii P-20 events or activities."

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The audience for this event will generally fall into 3 categories:

1. Hawaii State Department of Education and University of Hawaii secondary and post-secondary counselors, advisors, teachers, support coaches/staff or others involved in supporting students and programs
2. Hawaii State DOE and University of Hawaii secondary and post-secondary leaders/administrators
3. Community organizations and workforce partners

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Ala Moana Honolulu by Mantra, 410 Atkinson Drive, Honolulu, United States

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