Schools

ʻĀhuimanu School is a nurturing environment where students are educated and empowered to become productive and contributing members of society.

Hakipu’u Academy is a Hawaiian-focused public charter school of life-long learners (haumāna) who build a sense of integrity (pono), place (piko), and stewardship (kuleana). Hakipu’u Academy is committed to experiential education influenced by the world around us (‘āina) – inspiring students to be innovative, reflective, and passionate problem-solvers through critical thinking and exhibition (hō’ike). Hakipu’u Academy fosters culturally sensitive and rigorous academic programs suitable for all students (haumāna)

To equip students with attitudes, knowledge, and skills that empower them to build a better world for themselves and others. Imagine acres of land designated as a playground for the ali'i (royal family members) of ancient Hawai'i. Later it became pasture land for cattle. This was the land upon which He'eia Elementary School now stands. Our school first opened in 1960 with 300 students. Mr. Kenneth Nagata was the first principal. For the first 2 years, it served students in grades K-6, then increased to include seventh graders in 1962-1964. When King Intermediate School opened in 1965, He'eia School once again reverted back to a K-6 elementary school.

With a student body of 1,000, James B. Castle High School serves a socio-economically diverse community from suburban Kaneohe to rural Kualoa. The high school is the largest of four in the Windward District. The Castle Complex consists of Castle High School, King Intermediate School and eight elementary feeder schools (Kaneohe, Puohala, Kapunahala, Benjamin Parker, Heeia, Ahuimanu, Kahaluu and Waiahole). The Knight Pride of Castle is deeply ingrained in longtime Kaneohe residents. Clearly, Castle High School has a way of "keeping its people," as many alumni have returned here to teach, work, or volunteer.

Kailua Intermediate School cultivates a safe, inclusive & innovative environment to develop the potential of all learners to be successful.

Kalāheo High School is a community of learners where individuals prepare for the challenges and opportunities in a diverse and global society.

At Ka`a`awa we are an ohana of leaders. We...Learn and love. Empower all. Achieve goals. Determine our success. Kaʻaʻawa Elementary School was established in 1904 on land donated by the Swanzy family. It serves the communities of Kualoa, Kaʻaʻawa, Kahana, and Punalu`u. Kaʻaʻawa Elementary School is located on the island of Oʻahu, on the Windward side. Our small school has an approximate enrollment of 150 students.

Our Ka‘elepulu School ‘ohana work together in a Kākou (inclusive) way to support the growth and success of every student in becoming lifelong learners and contributing citizens.

The Kaʻōhao School Mission is to develop the whole child so they reach their full potential. Students are prepared to meet life’s challenges, become compassionate members of society, and stewards of the future.

‘O ko mākou ala nu‘ukia ka mālama ‘ana i Honua mauli ola i waiwai i ka ‘ike a me ka lawena
aloha o nā kūpuna i mea e lei ai kākou i ka lei o ka lanakila. Our mission is to foster success for all members of our learning community by providing a culturally healthy and responsive learning environment.

Our mission is to inspire students to embrace learning and discover passions with ALOHA at the core. Our aspirations are so much bigger than doing well on a computerized, standardized test that might not necessarily be highly predictive of our students ability to succeed in the future. Our aspirations are to prepare students to thrive in the future as they embrace their kuleana to themselves, their ʻohana and their community.

As Hawai‘i’s only International Baccalaureate (IB) World School for grades PK-12, Le Jardin Academy develops globally-minded, caring individuals who are empowered to become impactful future leaders in their communities and in the world.

Mālama Honua Public Charter School (MHPCS) is dedicated to providing the students of Hawaiʻi a rigorous education rooted in our indigenous cultural values. From mauka to makai, agriculture to voyaging, our programs nourish their inherent goodness – and help students develop into wise, compassionate navigators of their learning, their lives, and the 21st century global world.

Mōkapu Elementary is a Hawaii Department of Education school and is the only school aboard Marine Corps Base Hawaii. As the largest school on the Windward side of Oahu, we proudly serve over 900 students. Our Mission: to prepare children to become resilient life-long learners and responsible global citizens.

Olomana School comprises four campuses, or sites, each of which serve distinct populations: the Hawaii Youth Correctional Facility (HYCF), Olomana Youth Center (OYC), the Detention Home (DH), and Home Maluhia. The school’s genesis dates back to the Hawaiian monarchy when in 1864, King Kamehameha V created the Keoneula Industrial and Reformatory School to care, train and educate helpless and neglected youth and to reform juvenile offenders. In 1961, boys and girls juvenile operations combined to form HYCF. The day school, OYC, and DH were added to the school in 1974. The Kapolei Judiciary Complex opened in 2010 with a new home for DH, named “Hale Hoʻomalu.”

Pūʻōhala School | Ke Kula Kaiapuni o Pūʻōhala is committed to fostering a learning environment where students develop critical thinking skills through cultural and community observation. The institution emphasizes the cultivation of respect for past, present, and future knowledge, alongside the promotion of ethical values and positive interpersonal relationships. These attributes empower students to become effective agents of positive change within their community.

At Benjamin Parker Elementary we educate, motivate, and support ALL students through engaging learning opportunities that develop skills necessary to thrive in today’s world.

Saint Mark Lutheran School offers a fully accredited program that challenges students with a rich and rigorous curriculum taught by highly-qualified faculty and staff who work to educate the whole child.In addition to offering strong academics, Saint Mark makes the spiritual, physical, social, and emotional growth of its students a high priority in developing graduates to be life-long learners, well-equipped with the 21st century skills needed to succeed in high school, college, and their lives beyond.

Waiāhole Elementary is an innovative learning community for keiki in Pre-kindergarten through Grade 6. Students arrive each morning filled with curiosity and enthusiasm. A typical day might include learning ʻoli, taking a huakaʻi to the waʻa, solving math puzzles, and more! Every day is an exciting adventure, and the warm and supportive community of teachers and partners helps our keiki learn about themselves in deep and meaningful ways.

Windward Community College offers innovative programs in the arts and sciences and opportunities to gain knowledge and understanding of Hawai‘i and its unique heritage. With a special commitment to support the access and educational needs of Native Hawaiians, we provide the Ko‘olau region of O‘ahu and beyond with liberal arts, career and lifelong learning in a supportive and challenging environment — inspiring students to excellence.