Hawaiʻi State Department of Education

Ka ʻOihana Hoʻonaʻauao o ke Aupuni Hawaiʻi

How to Enroll

Enrolling in Hawaiʻi’s public schools is a straightforward process that involves determining school eligibility, preparing required documents, and completing an application either online or in person.

Find Your School

We are committed to providing a high-quality education for all students and we look forward to welcoming your child to our school system. Learn how to determine your school through the SchoolSite Locator App.

Ride the Bus

The Department provides bus service in neighborhoods around the islands to ensure broad access to educational opportunities for Hawaiʻi’s students and serves about 25,000 student riders across the state. 

What’s Happening

Upcoming Events
  • 03/17/2025 03/21/2025
    Spring Break
  • 03/26/2025
    HOLIDAY: Prince Jonah Kuhio Kalanianaole Day

    Schools and state offices are closed.

  • 04/18/2025
    HOLIDAY: Good Friday
  • 05/26/2025
    HOLIDAY: Memorial Day

    Schools and state offices are closed.

  • 05/30/2025
    End of Quarter 4, Semester 2
  • 05/30/2025
    Last Day for Students
  • 06/02/2025
    Last Day for Teachers
  • 06/11/2025
    HOLIDAY: King Kamehameha I Day
  • 07/04/2025
    Independence Day
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