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Applications for the '26-'27 school year are now open:

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SY 2026-2027

  • The WHEA Parent and Student Handbook provides essential information on school policies, expectations, procedures, and resources—serving as a guide to help families and students navigate and support a successful school experience.

  • This calendar includes important dates such as:

    • Start and end dates for each semester

    • School holidays and breaks

    • Professional development days for staff

    • Special events and project showcases

  • The Hele-On Bus system provides public transportation across Hawai‘i Island, offering students access to daily routes to and from school.

  • Please check out the West Hawaii Scholarships on the button below.

Notices & More

  • Under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), WHEA is required to inform parents and guardians of their right to request information regarding the professional qualifications of their children’s teachers and any paraprofessionals who provide services to their child.

  • The Notice of Non‑Discrimination and Anti‑Harassment affirms that WHEA (under HIDOE policy) prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying across all protected categories, promotes equal opportunity, and outlines clear procedures for reporting and addressing concerns to ensure a safe and inclusive learning environment.

  • FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act) is a federal law that gives parents—and students aged 18 or older—the right to access and request corrections to their education records, consent to the disclosure of personally identifiable information, with specific exceptions, ensuring student privacy and institutional accountability.

  • The Health & Safety (Chapter 19) letter outlines state-mandated policies on student misconduct, discipline, campus searches, and emergency procedures—detailing classifications of offenses, reporting protocols, and the roles of school and law enforcement to ensure a secure learning environment.

  • The Weapon-Free Zone poster reinforces federal and state laws prohibiting firearms and other weapons on campus, promoting a safe, secure, and respectful learning environment for all students, staff, and visitors.

  • The Interim Grievance Procedures for Sexual Harassment [Title IX] outline the temporary process schools follow for receiving, investigating, and resolving formal complaints of sex-based harassment—ensuring prompt, equitable handling, supportive measures, impartial investigation, and compliance with federal Title IX requirements.

  • The Hawaiʻi State Department of Education (Department) is committed to fostering an environment that reflects the spirit of Living Aloha, a culture of respect, cooperation, and mutual support. In collaboration with the Attorney General’s office, the Department has established the Visitor Code of Conduct to ensure that interactions with all Department employees and the public are conducted in a safe and respectful manner. The Visitor Code of Conduct outlines clear expectations for visitor behavior, including respectful communication, adherence to personal and professional boundaries, and compliance with school policies and legal requirements.

  • The Hawaiʻi State Department of Education (Department) remains committed to
    ensuring the safety and well-being of our students. As part of this commitment, the
    Department provides education on important topics, including sexual violence
    prevention (SVP).
    The Department understands and recognizes that this is a sensitive subject for many
    families. To support you in these conversations, the Department is sharing the SVP
    parent brochure, Let’s Talk About Body Safety. This resource is designed to foster
    open, age-appropriate discussions about personal safety and boundaries in a
    supportive, caring environment.

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