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
- Hāna High & Elementary School
- Pā‘ia Elementary School
Molokai
- Kaunakakai Elementary School
- Kilohana Elementary School
- Maunaloa Elementary School
- Middle School ng Molokai
- Mataas na Paaralan ng Molokai
schools remaining closed this week:
O'ahu
Mānoa (March 25-27)
- Noelani Elementary School
- Paaralang Elementarya ng Hōkūlani
North Shore (March 25)
- Paaralang Elementarya ng Waialua
- Waialua High & Intermediate School
- Hale‘iwa Elementary School
At this time, the North Shore schools plan to resume in-person learning on Friday, March 27, pending final safety clearance of all facilities.
Isla ng Hawai'i
- Konawaena Middle School (through April 1)
- Ke Kula ‘O ‘Ehunuikaimalino (through April 1)
The two campuses were previously scheduled to be closed through March 27. Classrooms have been cleaned and disinfected, and damaged materials removed, but closures are extended to April 1 to allow for final safety checks.
- Konawaena High School
Seventy classrooms at the high school sustained major damage from flood waters. The school still plans to transition to distance learning for most students beginning March 30.
Following a comprehensive safety assessment of areas unaffected by flooding, the school will resume in-person instruction for a small number of vulnerable student populations in lieu of transitioning to distance learning, including special needs students in fully self-contained (FSC) classrooms, students in the Alternative Learning Program Support Services and Twilight Program.
Previous updates:
March 23, 2026
Please see the latest update on school closures for this week, following continued storm impacts:
March 24-25
O'ahu
North Shore
- Paaralang Elementarya ng Waialua
- Waialua High & Intermediate School
- Haleʻiwa Elementary School
Closures have been extended for an additional two days due to ongoing flooding impacts. Schools require additional time to complete cleanup and ensure the health and safety of students and staff. Thursday, March 26, is a state-observed holiday. Schools anticipate resuming operations on Friday, March 27, pending final safety clearance.
March 24
O'ahu
Mānoa
- Noelani Elementary School
- Paaralang Elementarya ng Hōkūlani
Both campuses experienced significant flooding Monday afternoon, impacting classrooms and other facilities. Safety assessments are underway.
Maui
- Hāna High & Elementary School
- Paaralang Elementarya ng Pāʻia
Closures have been extended due to severe weather and inaccessible roads.
Molokai
- Kaunakakai Elementary School
- Kilohana Elementary School
- Maunaloa Elementary School
- Middle School ng Molokai
- Mataas na Paaralan ng Molokai
- HIDOE Molokai complex office
Closures have been extended for an additional day due to impassable roads and ongoing access issues
March 22, 2026
The Hawaiʻi State Department of Education (HIDOE) is continuing to assess impacts to campuses statewide following a second Kona Low storm that brought additional heavy rain and localized flooding.
The Department has now received more than 500 work orders related to storm damage, with impacts reported across multiple islands. In addition, 42 incidents have been reported for insurance review, reflecting more significant damage at a smaller number of campuses.
The most common issues include roof leaks and water intrusion into classrooms, followed by downed trees, debris and localized flooding. While many campuses experienced minor to moderate impacts, some schools continue to report more extensive damage, and full assessments are ongoing. Schools and facilities crews used the past week, while students and teachers were off campus for spring break, to focus on cleanup and repairs.
As a result of storm impacts and safety concerns, several schools on Hawaiʻi Island, Oʻahu and Molokai will be closed on Monday, March 23, or for the week of March 23-27. The following schools are affected:
Hawaiʻi Island (March 23-27)
- Middle School ng Konawaena
- Konawaena High School
- Ke Kula ʻO ʻEhunuikaimalino
The Kona schools will be closed to students during this period to allow time for cleanup and repair work, and students should not report to campus.
At Konawaena High School, staff will use the week to prepare for the transition to distance learning. The school is scheduled to transition to distance learning beginning Monday, March 30, while remediation efforts continue.
At Konawaena Middle School and Ke Kula ʻO ʻEhunuikaimalino, some instructional spaces require additional testing and clearance following professional cleaning. Teachers at these schools will be on telework during the week. All other staff are expected to report to campus or assigned work locations to support school operations.
Oʻahu (March 23)
- Paaralang Elementarya ng Waialua
- Waialua High & Intermediate School
- Haleʻiwa Elementary School
- Sunset Beach Elementary School
These closures are due to potential flooding impacts requiring further assessment and cleaning, as well as a city-issued boil water notice affecting the surrounding communities. Schools will use Monday to assess conditions and secure safe water for drinking and food preparation.
Students should not report to campus at the affected schools. Non-essential staff should also not report, and direct communication is being sent to families and employees with additional details.
Molokai (March 23)
- Kaunakakai Elementary School
- Kilohana Elementary School
- Maunaloa Elementary School
- Middle School ng Molokai
- Mataas na Paaralan ng Molokai
- HIDOE Molokai complex office
On Molokai, flooding and road closures have impacted campus access for staff. Students and staff should not report to the affected schools.
The Department will continue working closely with state and county partners to assess damage, complete repairs and provide updates to affected school communities.
