News and Announcements

4/26/26

Spring Showcase this Friday: We invite all ʻĪao families to join us for our Spring Showcase this Friday, May 1, from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM! This evening features student projects and creative artwork, alongside live performances, presentations, and prizes, as well as a student dance. Grab a bite from the local food trucks, reconnect with staff and friends, and help us recognize our students' hard work and achievements. For more details, see the flyer HERE.

Testing Continues: State testing continues at ʻĪao School for ELA, Math, and Science (including 8th-grade Science and Algebra exams). While daily schedules remain normal, a quiet testing environment is mandatory. Results help guide school improvements and determine student placement for next year; high performance ensures maximum elective choices and avoids required academic workshops. Please support your child with adequate sleep, a healthy breakfast, and encouragement. Contact Testing Coordinator Mandy Kaya at mandy.kaya@k12.hi.us with questions.

Teacher and Staff Appreciation: ʻĪao School Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week starts May 4. If you would like to contribute in some way, please visit the form at this LINK or contact our Parent-Community Networking Coordinator, Natalie Capitano, via email at natalie.capitano@k12.hi.us.

Kendama Guidelines: The Kendama craze is going strong! Please remind your student of the following guidelines. Students may play before & after school, and during recess & lunch. Kendamas must remain put away during instructional time (or they will be treated as contraband). We do not allow selling, trading, or "playing for keeps." Please note that the school is not responsible for any lost or damaged Kendamas. Thank you for helping us keep this hobby fun and safe for everyone!

Summer School Preview: ʻĪao will be offering a variety of fun and free enrichment programs this June for current 5th, 6th and 7th grade students. Information about the programs and how to sign-up will be shared in the coming weeks. 

Summer Credit Recovery: All students in grades 6-8 that fail a core subject (Science, Math, Social Studies and English) for the school year will be automatically enrolled in Summer Credit Recovery and may not attend any of the other summer programs. Parents will receive notification of potential failures on the mid Q4 report card and by counselors next week. 

Fuel Your Summer: From June 9 through July 17, 2026, ʻĪao School will provide free breakfast and lunch to any children and teens aged 18 and under. We invite everyone to join us on campus for breakfast from 7:15 am – 8:45 am and lunch from 10:30 am – 12:00 pm. To comply with SSO regulations, please remember that all meals must be consumed in our designated on-campus dining area and Hawaii DOE students are encouraged to bring a school ID. More information will be shared as June nears. We look forward to seeing you there and ensuring our community’s keiki stay nourished all summer long!