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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

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