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School Closure 08-17-26
August 16, 2026 Aloha HIDOE families, Following assessments of school campuses and surrounding community conditions, all public schools statewide will be closed on Monday, Aug. 17. The additional closure will allow time to complete campus safety assessments, restore utilities where necessary and address storm-related impacts. What this means: There will be no in-person classes on Monday, Aug. 17. Students should not report to campus. Only staff who are supporting assessment o
Aug 16
Visitor Code of Conduct
PURPOSE: The Hawaiʻi State Department of Education (Department) is committed to living Aloha and providing a safe and harmonious learning and work environment. Living Aloha inspires a culture of respect, cooperation, and mutual support. With this in mind, we create clear expectations for visitors while they are on Department property and/or during Department activities. DEFINITIONS: “Department Activities” includes but is not limited to Department functions/events, Department
Aug 8
Holo Card Bus Pass
EXPRESS Bus Pass (Free County Service) – Registration Opens July 13, 2026 We are pleased to continue the EXPRESS program, providing free county bus transportation for eligible middle/intermediate and high school students. Eligibility Requirements: Students must attend their designated home school and reside at least 1.5 miles (walking distance) from the nearest public access point to the school. The walk zone is calculated from the home address listed in Infinite Campus to th
Jul 14
Finger Scanning
Dear Parents and Guardians, One of our primary goals at Wai'anae High School is to provide an enjoyable dining experience for your teenager. This means ensuring they have enough time to not only eat a nutritious meal but also to relax, laugh, and socialize with friends. Socializing is a vital part of the day—it provides a well-deserved break, refreshes students for afternoon classes, and even encourages them to try healthier food options. To give our students more time to eat
Jul 14
Cell Phone Policy
Aloha Searider 'Ohana; Welcome to the new school year! As many of you may have read, the State of Hawaii Board of Education along with the Department of Education has implemented a statewide directive on cell phone use in public school. We are writing to inform you of a change to our school's cell phone procedures that will be implemented for all students for the entirety of the school year. Why the Change? This change is being put in place to ensure that every student has th
Jul 14
Summer Hub & Credit Recovery Registration
Wai'anae High School offers Summer Enrichment over summer break. By submitting this form, you are indicating that your student is interested and available for an in-person on campus course this summer. Summer Enrichment Enrollment is available ONLY to current Wai'anae High School Students. Are 100% FREE Are In-person on WHS Campus - not virtual or hybrid Students must follow Chapter 19 Guidelines. Chapter 19 violation(s) may result in removal from course.
Apr 13
2026 Incoming Freshman Parent Night
Aloha & Welcome Parents and Students of Class of 2030!!! We are so excited to welcome you to Wai‘anae High School, home of the Seariders! We are ready to help you have a great start to your high school career and are so excited for you and all the awesome opportunities that high school will bring to you over the next four years! INCOMING STUDENT AND PARENT NIGHT Please join us on Thursday, April 16 from 5:30-6:15pm in the Wai‘anae High School cafeteria to learn more about t
Apr 6
School Closure 03.12.26
Searider Parents, Per Governor Green, all Oʻahu, Kauaʻi and Maui County public schools, offices closed on Friday, March 13. Following Gov. Josh Green’s announcement on Thursday, March 12, regarding severe weather conditions impacting the state, and in alignment with his directive, the Hawaiʻi State Department of Education will implement the closure of HIDOE schools and offices on Oʻahu, Kauaʻi and in Maui County on Friday, March 13, due to current storm conditions. Applicabil
Mar 12
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