Message from the Principal
Dear Student,
It is time to begin thinking about  the courses you will select for the 2018-2019 school year.  You may select from the many course offerings described in this guide.  With a possible eight credits per year, there are opportunities for you to explore courses of interest to you and to challenge yourself academically.  Whatever your course selections, I would encourage you to discuss your career and higher education goals with teachers, counselors, and family members.  Once you are as confident as you can be of the path you wish to take, your counselor can help you map out a course plan for success.
It is extremely important that you know and understand the requirements for graduation from high school and for continuing your education, whether it be at the community college level or at a four-year institution.  It is equally important that you graduate with marketable skills if you plan to enter the workforce upon graduation from high school.  Whichever path you choose, we want to be sure that you are well-prepared to take the next step.

Sincerely,
Disa Hauge, Principal
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Amy Manthei, WHS Registrar
Ph : 808-697-9400
Email : a.manthei@seariders.k12.hi.us
or by filling in the form.

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NONDISCRIMINATION

STUDENTS HAVE EQUAL ACCESS TO COURSES, PROGRAMS AND SERVICES AT WAIANAE HIGH SCHOOL REGARDLESS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX, RELIGION OR DISABILITY.
Graduation Requirements
Effective with the graduating class of 2016, the minimum course and credit requirements to receive a high school graduation diploma are:
CREDITS
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA
English (note1)
4 credits
Social Studies (note 2)
4 credits
Mathematics (note 3)
3 credits
Science (note 4)
3 credits
Two credits in one of the following specified programs of study:
World Language (same language) (note 5)
Fine Arts (note6)
​Career and Technical Education (note7)
2 credits
Physical Education (P.E.)
1 credit (note 8)
Health
0.5 credit
Personal transition Plan
0.5 credit
Electives
6 credits
Senior Project
May be counted toward 1.0 elective credit
Total:
24 credits
Notes:
  • English shall include English Language Arts 1 (1 credit), English Language Arts 2 (1 credit) and Expository Writing (0.5 credit).
  • Social Studies shall include Modern History of Hawaii (0.5 credit) and Participation in a Democracy (0.5 credit).
  • Math shall include Algebra 1 (1.0 credit), Geometry (1.0 credit) or e.g. two-year integrated Common Core course sequence.
  • Science shall include Biology (1.0 credit) and Laboratory Science Electives (2.0 credits).
  • Two credits in a single World Language. Credits must be taken in sequence with consecutive course numbers in the study of one language.
  • Two credits in a Fine Arts discipline: Visual Arts, Music, Drama or Dance. Credits do not need to be in a single discipline.
  • Two credits need to be in a single career pathway program of study sequence.
  • Required courses: PEP 1005 Physical Education Lifetime Fitness (0.5 credit) and Basic Physical Education Elective (0.5 credit).​
High School Diploma:
A Hawaii High School Diploma shall be issued to students who meet the above minimum course and credit requirements (Board of Education Policy 4540, 10/4/2011).
Honors Recognition Certificate Requirements
In addition to meeting the requirements for the Hawaii High School Diploma, the following must be met with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above:
Academic Honors:
  • 4 credits of Math: The 4th credit beyond Algebra 2 must be earned via a combination of the following half-credit courses (or equivalent IB math courses): Algebra 3, Trigonometry, Analytic Geometry, Precalculus.
  • 4 credits of Science: Of the four credits, one credit must be in Biology 1 (or equivalent IB Biology; or AP Biology courses); and the other three credits must be lab-based science credits.
  • Two credits minimum must be from AP/IB/Running Start courses (equivalent to credits for 2 college courses).
CTE Honors:
  • Completes program of study (2-3 courses in sequence plus a state-identified specific academic course requirement).
  • Earn a B or better in each required program of study (coursework)
  • Meet or exceed proficiency on performance-based assessments for corresponding program of study
  • Completes one of the following written assessments for the corresponding program of study:
  • Earn at least 70% on each end-of-course assessment
  • Earn a nationally-recognized certificate
  • Earn a passing score on a Dual Credit Articulated Program of Study assessment
STEM Honors:
  • 4 credits of Math: The 4th credit beyond Algebra 2 must be earned via a combination of the following half-credit courses (or equivalent IB math courses): Algebra 3, Trigonometry, Analytic Geometry, Precalculus.
  • 4 credits of Science: Of the four credits, one credit must be in Biology 1 (or equivalent IB Biology; or AP Biology courses); and the other three credits must be lab-based science credits.
  • A STEM Capstone/STEM Senior Project.
Grade Point Average
This cumulative grade point average applies to all graduates:
  • Cum Laude with a GPA of 3.0 to 3.5
  • Magna Cum Laude with a GPA of 3.5+ to 3.8, and
  • Summa Cum Laude with a GPA of 3.8+ and above. Certificate
Commencement Exercises
Commencement exercises may be scheduled any time after the last day of school for seniors. The last day of school for seniors shall be set by the Hawaii State Department of Education. Students shall be permitted to participate in commencement if they:
  • meet the requirements for a diploma or a certificate;
  • have fulfilled their financial obligations; and
  • meet other conditions, established by the Department of Education, which meet the standards of clarity, reasonableness, and justifiability.
New Student enrollment

Documentation Required for Enrollment

Student from a Hawaii Public School
  • Release packet which includes:
  • Student’s Certificate of Release (Form 211)
  • Copy of the Health Card (Form 14)
  • Pupil Clearance Form
  • Copy of the VISI
  • Proof of Residence
  • Current utility bill in parent/guardian’s name or lease/rental or mortgage​​​
  • Notarized statement of residence (if family is living with a relative)
  • Geographic Exception (if applicable)
  • Caregiver Affidavit form (minor must be living continuously for 6 months)
  • Power of Attorney (if living away from parent/legal guardian) renewed yearly
  • Academic Records
  • Transcript/Report Cards
  • IEP
  • Enrollment form ​
Student from a Hawaii Private School
  • All items in Section A and Birth Certificate or other legal proof of birthdate and legal name.
​Student from another state
  • All items in Section A and B and:
  • TB clearance documentation (test must have been administered in the United States within the previous 12 months)
Student from another country
  • All items in Sections A, B and C and: 
  • Passport
Releasing procedures
Clearance and Release Packet
  • Request for Release signed by parent/guardian or student who is 18 years of age.
  • Students residing in another district without a parent/legal guardian must have an approved Geographical Exception and a current Power of Attorney before the release is processed.
  • Complete the Certificate of Release form
  • Copy of the Health Card (Form 14)
  • Free/Reduce lunch application if applicable
  • Copy of the most current Report Card
  • Copy of the VISI updated to the current term
  • Pupil Clearance Form with withdrawal grades
  • Copy of the IEP/504 Plan