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Class of 2026 high school graduation ceremonies scheduled
The Hawaiʻi State Department of Education has announced graduation ceremony dates, times and locations for the Class of 2026. A list of statewide commencement celebrations is included below. Schools will be providing families with specific event details. The list below reflects the most current information and will be updated as needed. Families are encouraged to…
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Student internship opportunities open for Summer 2026
The Hawaiʻi State Department of Education (HIDOE) offers in-person student internships at state offices, complex area offices, and schools. These opportunities provide students in high school and Community Schools for Adults with employability and technical skills in various career fields, including agriculture, business management, culinary, education, and therapeutic services for human performance. Important dates Summer…
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Mural Moʻolelo: Kealakehe High
Sunlit rays bounce off the ocean’s surface above a humpback whale mother and her calf, and a cinematic underwater coral reef shimmers on the second floor of Building-Q at Kealakehe High. Two ocean-themed murals at the school reflect both the creative artistry and career aspirations of senior Love Trujillo-Murphy. When teacher and homeroom advisor Elizabeth…
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Nānākuli High and Intermediate Principal Christine Udarbe named Hawaiʻi’s 2026 National Distinguished Principal
Kaimukī Middle Vice Principal Jenna Valbuena recognized as Hawaiʻi’s 2026 National Outstanding Assistant Principal Nānākuli High and Intermediate Principal Christine Udarbe has been named Hawaiʻi’s 2026 National Distinguished Principal by the Hawaiʻi Elementary and Middle School Administrators Association (HEMSAA), recognizing her strong instructional leadership and commitment to building a culture of excellence. The award, presented…
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HIDOE schools reopening on Maui and Molokai; closures continue on Oʻahu and Hawaiʻi Island
Please see the latest updates on schools reopening or remaining closed this week, following continued storm impacts. Reminder that Thursday, March 26, is a state-observed holiday, Prince Kūhiō Day. Schools reopening to students and staff march 25: Maui Molokai schools remaining closed this week: O‘ahu North Shore (March 25) At this time, the North Shore…
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All O‘ahu HIDOE offices, campuses to close March 20 due to severe weather conditions
11:50 a.m. update In alignment with Gov. Josh Green’s directive issued on March 20, 2026, in response to severe weather conditions impacting O‘ahu, the Hawaiʻi State Department of Education will implement the closure of all HIDOE offices and campuses on O‘ahu on Friday, March 20. Public schools statewide are on spring break this week so…
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Students make a splash in ʻThe Little Mermaid’: Celebrating 35 years of Nānākuli High & Intermediate’s Performing Arts Center
NĀNĀKULI — The Nānākuli High & Intermediate School Performing Arts Center (NPAC) has been part of students’ worlds and the Waiʻanae Coast community for 35 years. This spring, 33 students will perform in the cast of Disney’s “The Little Mermaid,” which opens March 27. Co-director Robin Kitsu founded NPAC in 1991 with a goal to…
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HIDOE continues storm damage assessments; Konawaena High to transition to distance learning
The Hawaiʻi State Department of Education continues to assess impacts to campuses statewide following the recent Kona Low storm, which brought heavy rain, flooding and strong winds across multiple islands. The Department has received nearly 300 work orders related to storm damage, with the majority reported on Oʻahu. The most common issues involve roof leaks…
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パブリックコメントの通知: IDEA パート B に基づく州の年次申請
In accordance with the provisions of the General Education Provisions Act, the Hawaiʻi State Department of Education’s (HIDOE) application for Federal Fiscal Year 2026 funds under Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act will be available for review from March 18, 2026, through May 18, 2026, on the following website: https://bit.ly/HIDOE-PartB2026 The HIDOE Exceptional Support Branch…
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All public schools, HIDOE offices statewide will be closed March 13, in anticipation of severe weather conditions
5 p.m. update In addition to the previously announced closures for O‘ahu, Kauaʻi and Maui County, the Hawaiʻi State Department of Education (HIDOE) has expanded the closure to include all public schools and HIDOE offices on Hawaiʻi Island on Friday, March 13. This update aligns with the directives issued by Gov. Josh Green and county…