Lā ʻOhana Hapahā ʻElua SY 25-26
Thu December 4, 2025
Aloha e nā ʻohana! Please join us for our Lā ʻOhana Hapahā ʻElua “Ko Kula, Of the Midlands…” scheduled for Friday, December 19, 2025, from
Latest News
Our Latest Announcements
Nā Wai Ola Public Charter School (NWOPCS), regularly sends out announcements to its ʻohana (families), via text message, voice mail, or e-mail. Public announcements are also published to our school Facebook Page for your convenience.
Our most recent public announcements are available here on this page for your convenience.
Aloha kākou! We are currently hiring and seeking well-qualified candidates to join our team immediately.![]()
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View our available positions here: Nā Wai Ola PCS Career Opportunities nawaiolapcs.org/contact/career-opportunities/![]()
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If you are interested, please submit your cover letter and resume to hr@nawaiolapcs.org. ![]()
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Mahalo!
Aloha e nā ʻohana o Nā Wai Ola,![]()
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We are proud to share exciting and historic news for our school community.![]()
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Today, May 28, 2026, the Hawaiʻi State Public Charter School Commission met and unanimously approved Nā Wai Ola Public Charter School’s expansion to serve grades Kindergarten through 12.![]()
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This milestone means that Nā Wai Ola will grow into a full K–12 learning institution through a thoughtful, phased approach:![]()
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Grade 9: School Year 2026–2027![]()
Grade 10: School Year 2027–2028![]()
Grade 11: School Year 2028–2029![]()
Grade 12: School Year 2029–2030![]()
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The Commission recognized our newly designed Project-Based Learning (PBL) educational program as both robust and rigorous, noting its strong alignment with our mission, vision, and commitment to Hawaiian culture-based education. This affirmation reflects the deep and intentional work of our kumu and staff in designing meaningful, engaging, and academically challenging learning experiences for our haumāna.![]()
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We are especially excited about the work already underway to prepare for this next phase. Our educational team is actively building and refining our schoolwide PBL program to ensure it enhances student learning, strengthens outcomes, and reflects who we are as a school community.![]()
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In addition, we have begun coordination with our partners at the Hawaiʻi State Department of Education, including the Complex Area Superintendent, as well as leadership from Keaʻau High School and the Big Island Interscholastic Federation (BIIF). Through these collaborations, we are working to ensure that our future high school students will have access to athletics and extracurricular opportunities through Keaʻau High School.![]()
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This achievement reflects the collective commitment, dedication, and belief of our entire community—our haumāna, ʻohana, kumu, staff, and board. It is a direct result of our shared vision to provide a high-quality, culturally grounded education rooted in ʻike Hawaiʻi and delivered through a dynamic PBL approach.![]()
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This success belongs to all of us.![]()
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As we move forward, we remain committed to working collaboratively to ensure that every student is supported, challenged, and inspired—now and into the future.![]()
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Mahalo nui loa for your continued trust, support, and partnership.![]()
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Interested in enrollment for school year 2026-2027? ![]()
Click the link: nawaiolapcs.org/ohana/enrollment/
Aloha kākou!![]()
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Are you still considering where to send your keiki for middle school for the 2026 - 2027 school year? Nā Wai Ola PCS still has a few more spaces available for grades 6 - 8. We also have a few spots available for grade 9 high school. Contact us at (808) 968-2318 or office@nawaiolapcs.com.
Our Latest News
2025 Winter Spirit Week
Wed December 3, 2025
Aloha e Nā Wai Ola PCS ʻOhana! We are excited to announce that our Nā Leo Hanauna (Student Council) has planned our 2025 Ka Pule
Professional Development in Aloha ʻĀina for Kumu at Waipiʻo Valley on 10/20/2025
Wed October 22, 2025
Here are photos from the PD in Aloha ʻĀina for Kumu at Waipʻo Valley that happened on October 20, 2025!
Halloween Donations List 2025
Thu October 16, 2025
Our Hui Nā Leo Hanauna (Student Council) is requesting donations to make our Halloween Festivities a success.
Halloween Festivities 2025
Thu October 16, 2025
Nā Wai Ola’s Halloween Festivities is on October 31, 2025!
Lā ʻOhana Hapahā ʻEkahi
Wed September 24, 2025
Aloha e nā ʻohana! Please join us for our Lā ʻOhana Hapahā ʻEkahi “Ko Kua, Of the Uplands…” scheduled for Friday, October 3, 2025, from
2025 Ka Pule Haʻaheo Hāʻulelau
Wed September 24, 2025
Aloha e Nā Wai Ola PCS ʻOhana! We are excited to announce that our Nā Leo Hanauna (Student Council) has planned our 2025 Ka Pule
Lā ʻOhana Hapahā ʻEkolu
Fri March 7, 2025
Aloha e nā ʻohana! Please join us for our Lā ʻOhana Hapahā ʻEkolu “Ko Kai, Of the ocean…” scheduled on Friday, March 14, 2025, from
ʻŌpio Mākeke
Fri March 7, 2025
Aloha, Hānai Kaiāulu presents ʻŌpio Mākeke. This event will take place at Aloha Nui Art Gallery 284 Keawe St, Hilo, HI 96720 on Saturday April
2025 Ka Pule Haʻaheo Kupulau
Thu February 27, 2025
Aloha e Nā Wai Ola PCS ʻOhana! We are excited to announce that our Nā Leo Hanauna (Student Council) has planned our 2025 Ka Pule
A Christmas Carol (The Musical)
Wed December 11, 2024
The Hilo Community Players proudly present A Christmas Carol (The Musical), a heartwarming holiday production showing December 6–22, 2024 at the AOF Building, located at
2024 Ka Pule Haʻaheo Hoʻoilo
Mon December 9, 2024
Aloha e Nā Wai Ola PCS ʻOhana! We are excited to announce that our Nā Leo Hanauna (Student Council) has planned our 2024 Ka Pule
11.2024 Governing Board Meeting
Mon November 18, 2024
Aloha! We are pleased to invite you to attend our monthly School Governing Board Meeting on Thursday, November 21, 2024, at 2:30 PM in the
2024 Makahiki Celebration
Wed November 13, 2024
We’re excited to invite you to our Makahiki Celebration! Join us on November 27, 2024, as we honor this traditional season of peace, gratitude, and
Halloween Day Celebration 2024
Fri October 18, 2024
Nā Wai Ola’s Halloween Festivities is on October 31, 2024!
Donation Request for Halloween Festivities 2024
Fri October 18, 2024
Our Hui Nā Leo Hanauna (Student Council) is requesting donations to make our Halloween Festivities a success!
Moananuiākea Connections: A FestPAC Forward Event
Wed October 2, 2024
Welina e nā hoa makamaka,
In June of 2024, Hawai‘i had the privilege of hosting the 13th Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture. The Kamehameha Schools hosted a 3-day event for students, ‘ohana, and the community of Hawai‘i to engage their Pacific extended families through a variety of programming like song and dance workshops, traditional games, performances and more.
SY 24-25 Picture Taking Day – Photo Order Form
Tue September 3, 2024
Our school’s Picture Taking Day will be on September 30, 2024. Please print and fill out the form prior to Picture Taking Day.
NWOPCS Open House and TITLE I Annual Meeting
Thu August 1, 2024
We will be hosting an Open House and our Title I Annual Meeting this Thursday, August 1st 4:30 PM–6:00 PM.
Lā ʻOhana Hapahā ʻEkolu
Mon March 11, 2024
Aloha e nā ʻohana!Please join us for our Lā ʻOhana Hapahā ʻEkolu “Ko Kai, Of the ocean…” scheduled on Friday, March 15, 2024, from 8:00
Lā ʻOhana Hapahā ʻElua
Wed December 13, 2023
Aloha e nā ʻohana!Please join us for our Lā ʻOhana Hapahā ʻElua “Ko Kula, Of the midlands…” scheduled on Thursday, December 21, 2023, from 8:00
We are HIRING!!!
Fri December 8, 2023
Aloha kākou! Our school is expanding and we need more qualified teaching and support staff. If you or anyone you know qualify and are interested,
2023 Ka Pule Haʻaheo Hoʻoilo
Wed December 6, 2023
Aloha e Nā Wai Ola PCS ʻOhana! We are excited to announce that our Nā Leo Hanauna (Student Council) has planned our 2023 Ka Pule
11.03.23 Parent-Teacher Conferences – NO SCHOOL
Tue October 17, 2023
Aloha e nā makua! Our Parent-Teacher Conferences are scheduled for Friday, November 3, 2023, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. There is NO SCHOOL on
October 2023 Governing Board Meeting
Tue October 17, 2023
Aloha kākou! You are invited to come join us at our monthly Governing Board Meeting on Thursday, October 19, 2023, at 2:30 p.m. in our
2023 Wā Hoʻomaha Hāʻulelau
Fri October 6, 2023
There is NO SCHOOL for Fall Break: Monday, October 9 – Friday, October 13, 2023, and School Planning and Collaboration Day on Monday, October 16, 2023. Students return to school on Tuesday, October 17, 2023. Please be safe, enjoy ʻohana time, and get some rest, and we will see you when you return. Mahalo!
We are HIRING!!!
Tue October 3, 2023
We have open positions available immediately. Please share widely with your contacts. Anyone interested in any position should email their cover letter and resume to hr@nawaiolapcs.org. Mahalo!
10.06.23 Lā ʻOhana “Ko Uka”
Mon October 2, 2023
Aloha e nā ʻohana Nā Wai Ola PCS! You are invited to join us for our SY 23-24 1st Quarter Lā ʻOhana “Ko Uka” on Friday, October 6, 2023, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
2023 Ka Pule Haʻaheo Hāʻulelau (2023 Fall Spirit Week)
Thu September 28, 2023
Aloha e Nā Wai Ola PCS ʻOhana! We are excited to announce that our Nā Leo Hanauna (Student Council) has planned our 2023 Ka Pule
HOʻOLAHA: Water Pipe Repair
Tue August 8, 2023
Aloha kākou! Please see the communication we will be sending to our ʻohana regarding the water pipe repair behind the Gym. Please know that we
ʻOhana Orientation
Thu July 20, 2023
Please join us for our back-to-school ʻOhana Orientation on Thursday, August 3, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
School Closed – Wednesday, July 19, 2023
Wed July 19, 2023
In accordance with Governor Green’s and Hawaiʻi County Mayor Roth’s announcements on Tuesday, July 18, 2023, Nā Wai Ola Public Charter School and all HIDOE
Testimony Request – We need your help and support for our school to expand and serve more grade levels!
Fri May 19, 2023
HOME Aloha e nā ʻohana Nā Wai Ola! This communication is to ask for your help and support for our school to expand and serve
Coffee Hour with Poʻokumu!
Wed April 26, 2023
Aloha e nā ʻohana Nā Wai Ola! We would like to invite you to join us for Coffee Hour w/Poʻokumu Kapua Francisco on Monday, May
SY 23-24 Limahana Recruitment!
Tue April 25, 2023
Aloha kākou! Nā Wai Ola Public Charter School, an elementary school located in Mauna Huʻihuʻi (Mountain View) ʻŌlaʻa is hiring qualified Kumu (Teachers) and Kākoʻo
60TH ANNUAL MERRIE MONARCH FESTIVAL 2023 – EVENTS SCHEDULE
Tue April 11, 2023
60th Annual Merrie Monarch Festival events schedule and a reminder that there is no school from Wednesday, 4/12/2023, to Friday, 4/14/2023.
Lā ʻOhana – Friday March 31st
Fri March 24, 2023
You are invited to our Quarter 3 Lā ʻOhana scheduled for Friday, March 31, 2023, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Spring Break Office Hours
Fri March 10, 2023
Aloha kākou! Our Spring Break office hours will be 9:00a to 2:00p with office business being by appointment only. Anyone requiring office business will need
ʻOnipaʻa Sign Waving!
Fri January 13, 2023
E hele mai! Come join us this Tuesday, January 17th, from 9:00 am to 10:00 am as we share our aloha for our lāhui Hawaiʻi!
SY 2022-2023 Mid-Year Communication
Thu January 12, 2023
Aloha e nā ʻohana Nā Wai Ola PCS, Hauʻoli Makahiki Hou! (Happy New Year!) Our haumāna have now made it to the halfway point of
Manaʻo ʻOhana Survey
Thu January 12, 2023
Aloha e nā ʻohana Nā Wai Ola PCS! Please take the time to complete the “Manaʻo ʻOhana” survey attached below.
PULE ʻONIPAʻA
Fri January 6, 2023
We are excited to share our upcoming event for this month Ianuali (January) “PULE ʻONIPAʻA” and we want to invite you to join us at our Lā ʻOhana on Friday, January 20, 2023!!
HIDOE School Year 2022-23 SCHOOL QUALITY SURVEY for Parents / Guardians
Wed January 4, 2023
HIDOE School Year 2022-23 SCHOOL QUALITY SURVEY for Parents / Guardians
Schedule your Parent Teacher Conference now!
Wed December 14, 2022
Nā Wai Ola Public Charter School will be holding Parent Teacher Conferences from Wednesday, January 4th, to Friday, January 6th, 2023. There will be no school for students due to Parent Teacher Conferences. Please call (808) 968-2318, or email office@nawaiolapcs.org to schedule your Parent Teacher Conference today.
Winter Break Office Hours
Mon December 12, 2022
This Winter Break, our office will be available by appointment only – please call (808) 968-2318, or email office@nawaiolapcs.org to schedule your appointment.
Fall Break Office Hours
Fri September 30, 2022
Aloha Kākou, This Fall Break, our office will be available by appointment only, please call (808) 968-2318, or email office@nawaiolapcs.org to schedule your appointment. Mahalo,
Public Release under Community Eligibility Provision
Wed August 24, 2022
Nā Wai Ola Public Charter School today announced an amendment to its policy for serving
meals to students under the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs for the
2022-2023 school year.
Community Eligibility Provision Letter
Mon August 1, 2022
This is great news for you and your child(ren)!
Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) outreach!
Thu June 30, 2022
USDA works closely with states to ensure that children who receive on free or reduced-price school meals can get the nutrition they need when schools
SY 2022-2023 Open Enrollment!
Mon May 23, 2022
Enrollment is now open for grades Kindergarten through 5 for the 2022-2023 school year.
Vaccination Clarification Letter
Tue November 16, 2021
Aloha e nā ʻohana NWOPCS, This letter is to inform you that I have been made aware of concerns over your children being forced to
Big Island Now – Applications for Free Hawai‘i Island Pre-Schools Available
Fri March 2, 2018
Big Island Now does not allow us to embed the news article, but you can view it at the link below! https://bigislandnow.com/2018/03/02/applications-for-free-hawaii-island-pre-schools-available/
Big Island Now – First Hawaiian Bank Foundation Funds School Mediation Program
Mon September 11, 2017
Big Island Now does not allow us to embed the news article, but you can view it at the link below! https://bigislandnow.com/2017/09/11/first-hawaiian-bank-foundation-funds-school-peer-mediation/
Aloha Grown “Malama Honua Fund” Awards Five (5) Big Island Schools and Organizations
Mon July 10, 2017
On Wednesday, June 28, 2017, five (5) Big Island schools and organizations were presented with a 2017 Aloha Grown Malama Honua Award. Each organization received
Big Island Now – Malama Honua Fund Awards Five Schools and Organizations
Sun July 2, 2017
Big Island Now does not allow us to embed the news article, but you can view it at the link below! https://bigislandnow.com/2017/07/02/malama-honua-fund-awards-five-schools-and-organizations/
Hawaiʻi News Now – Applicants sought for free preschool program at public charter schools
Fri June 2, 2017
https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/story/35579859/applicants-sought-for-free-preschool-program-at-public-charter-schools/?outputType=amp
Big Island Now – Mt. View School Places First in E Ola Pono Campaign
Thu April 13, 2017
Big Island Now does not allow us to embed the news article, but you can view it at the link below! https://bigislandnow.com/2017/04/13/mt-view-school-places-first-in-e-ola-pono-campaign/
Big Island Now – Big Island Charter Schools First to Offer Pre-K
Mon July 27, 2015
Big Island Now does not allow us to embed the news article, but you can view it at the link below! https://bigislandnow.com/2015/07/27/big-island-charter-schools-first-to-offer-pre-k/
KHON – Free pre-K still available at Hawaii Island charter schools
Sat July 25, 2015
KHON 2 News does not allow us to embed the news article, but you can view it at the link below!
Hawaiʻi News Now – Early education expanding in Hawaii’s public charter schools
Fri July 24, 2015
https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/story/29630105/early-education-expanding-in-hawaiis-public-charter-schools/
Big Island Now – Additional Awardees Named by HPCSN
Wed April 29, 2015
Big Island Now does not allow us to embed the news article, but you can view it at the link below! https://bigislandnow.com/2015/04/29/additional-awardees-named-by-hpcsn/
Big Island Now – Charter School Network Recognizes Two Kona Schools
Thu April 9, 2015
Big Island Now does not allow us to embed the news article, but you can view it at the link below! https://bigislandnow.com/2015/04/09/charter-school-network-recognizes-two-kona-schools/
Big Island Now – Na Wai Ola Reaches Out to Their School Ohana
Tue November 25, 2014
Big Island Now does not allow us to embed the news article, but you can view it at the link below! https://bigislandnow.com/2014/11/25/na-wai-ola-reaches-out-to-their-school-ohana/
MidWeek – A Principal And His Homeless Students
Wed May 14, 2014
MidWeek does not allow us to embed the news article, but you can view it at the link below!
Big Island Now – Waters of Life Named State’s Top Charter School
Wed April 30, 2014
Big Island Now does not allow us to embed the news article, but you can view it at the link below! https://bigislandnow.com/2014/04/30/waters-of-life-named-states-top-charter-school/
Honolulu Civil Beat – Learning Hilo — The New Voyage
Fri November 22, 2013
Honolulu Civil Beat does not allow us to embed the news article, but you can view it at the link below! https://www.civilbeat.org/2013/11/learning-hilo-the-new-voyage/
Big Island Now – Opening Ceremony Set Friday for Mountain View Playground
Tue November 19, 2013
Big Island Now does not allow us to embed the news article, but you can view it at the link below! https://bigislandnow.com/2013/11/19/opening-ceremony-set-friday-for-mountain-view-playground/
Huffington Post – How Daniel Caluya, A Military Vet, Is Resuscitating One Of Hawaii’s Most Desperate Schools
Mon November 18, 2013
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/daniel-caluya-hawaii_n_4296763
Honolulu Civil Beat – Learning Hilo — The Turnaround
Wed November 13, 2013
https://www.civilbeat.org/2013/11/learning-hilo-the-turnaround/