5-21-23 Dance Showcase was held in the upper gym. We left home 2-1/2 hours before showtime and…read morethe parking structure was already so full. We got one small stall on the top level in the sun. Fortunately they had a bake sale plus snack goodies and bottled water that I so desperately needed. Not even June but it's definitely very hot. The gym was packed with guests even sitting on the gym floor on one side of the perimeter. So cute to see the little ones just mastering tumbling to the 3 honored seniors. The instructors were decked with leis. Costumes ranged from ballet tutus, grass skirts, cute activewear, risqué almost bondage type get ups and lots more. Dances included breakdance by a crew which was surprising to see. Of course you come to see your dear to your heart performer but also enjoy many other groups and varied selections. Save the best for last, just like graduation, the flowers, leis, tributes from family and friends.

Excelling in excellence, Iolani Schools has provided a high standard in the state of Hawaii…read more I remember growing up days, the school I wanted to go to the most was Iolani. But being from the typical Chinese family, my mother told me it was more important for the boys to get that "excellent education". Which was indicative of the earlier days where the student population at Iolani seemed to have skewed towards Chinese males. Heck, at one time it was an all male school. Today's student profile boasts both male and female and a broad spectrum of ethnicities. And I am always happy to see my friends' kids attending my brother's alma mater where academics has always excelled. More recently I have enjoyed the numerous musical presentations the talented young men and women of Iolani have been performing. And happy to see them under excellent tutelage of friend Mary Chestnut Hicks and other outstanding talents. Theatre is top grade. Facilities well maintained. Staff are doing such an important and excellent job. Iolani, keep doing what you do in molding and encouraging our young children into outstanding future leaders of our community. You rock!

I love seeing the family ho'ike form each community ! The Kumu work so creatively and lovingly with…read morethe keiki, makua and community partners !! Mahalo Keiki O Ka Aina!

Amazing group of nice people!! I was introduced to this nonprofit through a Telon on TV in Hawaii…read more They seem to be very sincere in their drive, and I decided to join in. Although getting to this place was quite an adventure it is very high up on a hill, but nevertheless, it was worth being introduced to such nice people!would definitely donate to their cause again this time being total support of rebuilding and helping out the children in Maui and their families!

Thankyou Kamehameha Schools Kapalama for hosting the ILH cheering Championships tonite, 10/30/2025…read more Convenient ticket sales on line made entry fast and easy once doors opened. There was a gorgeous full rainbow and a blessing of a light drizzle on our way and while waiting to enter. Beautiful Senior walk and congratulations to seniors and their families with verbal recognition to their parents. Big congratulations to all the participating schools' cheer squads and coaches. Very special for Iolani to place first in all 3 divisions- now that's a fantastic Treat, the evening before Halloween. Glad a couple food booths were available for purchase for those who were hungry. Good sound system, ceiling fans were operating but it was very hot most of the 3 hour competition. Results were ready after the senior walk. November 12@ Blaisdell - state championship.

This is a private school and you need to have Hawaiian blood to be a student here. If you get to…read morethe top of the campus you'll get a great view of the city. There's a guard station at the base of the school. You'll need a legit reason to get on to the campus or they won't let you up. This campus is massive. It's preschool through 12th grade. They even have dorms on campus. The campus is clean and beautiful. I wouldn't want to trek this place by foot as the roads curve up and down. Imagine the workout!

Not recommend this school. Some teacher's teaching method is unprofessional at all, and not fairly…read moretreat every kids in the class. Out of my expectation. Consider if you want to send your kids here.

As a parent of two middle school students that have been attending Mary, Star of the Sea since…read moreKindergarten, I say with confidence that this is a hidden gem in East Oahu. From the Principal through the entire teaching staff, it's evident that each educator is dedicated to the successful development of your child. This is much more than a 9-5 for the educators at this school. They take a genuine interest in your child's development, attending extracurricular competitions on their valuable weekend time to support their students in regional, state and even national events. The campus is spacious, class rooms are climate controlled, and the facilities support growth in all three areas of mind (classrooms), body (indoor gym and new outdoor court) and spirit (on-site church). Children are recognized for both academic achievements and citizen achievements, preparing them to be strong contributing members of society. I recommend Mary, Star of the Sea with the strongest level of confidence.

My 2 children currently attend this kula (school) and I wouldn't choose any other school to send my…read morekeikis. It is a great Hawaiian immersion school. They have island wide school bus systems. They have awesome school meals and a snack shop. They have a decent amount of parking (better than some other schools I've seen). They also have Keiki O Ka Aina on campus (day care facility). The school has their own lo'i which students and family are welcome to upkeep once a month. The school is located near a river. If you stand on the top of hill, it's a beautiful site of Diamond Head. The campus is small which is good for me and for my keikis as everything is in short distance and takes a few seconds to get to the main office, hale Aina (cafeteria), library, and lua (bathrooms). The staff and Kumu (teachers) are all awesome! However, I do hope that some day the school offers more educational huaka'i (field trips) and educational courses on ancient hawaiian activities/lifestyle like lua, fishing, net throwing, Hokulei'a (learning how to make canoes), la'au lapa'au (traditional medicine), pa'i Ai (poi pounding), rock wall building, growing your own vegetables, ancient site visits, offerings, etc. the school offers summer school and tutoring courses throughout the year. Overall, it is an awesome school. I hope that one day the Hawaiian language is as fluent as English across Hawaii nei.

HonuPride! For sure. Second (possible 3rd/4th) generation Kailua 'ohana who absolutely loves and…read moreappreciates our neighborhood school. With very few principals over the years KES has been under some great leadership and care. It has shown with the amazing students that come through as well as the teachers who are so passionate about their students, school, and teaching. The students have the best of what is available to them and the administration makes sure they are plugged in where ever necessary. KES is a big campus but small group with about 250-300 students in all and a total 'ohana environment. They really care for the children like their own and know how to make visiting families feel like they've been there forever. The teachers set goals for themselves and for the students with the principal and make sure they are on track with meeting them throughout the year. Their focus is definitely on developing the whole child. From academics to social (with friends or in clubs) and beyond the children are able to get a well rounded education, positive influences, and make lifelong memories! Once a Honu always a Honu.

First year for our son and we have been very impressed with the teachers and administrators. They…read morepractice what they preach when it comes to righteous behavior and accountability. Ms. Wood is great!

Mahalo Punahou School for hosting tonight's ILH cheer competition…read more Congratulations to all the participating schools, cheer squads, and supporters. Excellent win for Iolani taking all 3 divisions in first place: intermediate, JV and varsity. Love the comraderie of the audience sitting side by side with families of competing schools. The coolest thing was while waiting for the tallying of each school's points, the cheerleaders were in good spirits dancing on the floor to the music. So much aloha encompassed the gym. Smiles, hugs, leis of all kinds and roses being handed out to teammates and friends. A wonderful spectacle to witness and enjoy.

Disclaimer: this is a review of the tennis facility. I have played and coached many matches at this…read moreschool and it has a very impressive tennis complex. In the years since I was competing, they renovated the office/viewing area to include an upper deck. There are 6 courts with lights on the lower side and up a steep road there are 3 more courts. There is also a bleacher area to watch some of the matches from. Parking can be tricky and the one-way setup of the lot is difficult. If you pass an area, you have to go all the way out of the campus and back around the hill to get back on property. If you see a spot, even if it's not that close, take it! Weather is also an issue since it's in Manoa so we sometimes have rain delays/cancelled matches. Yesterday we almost had to postpone but luckily the weather held up enough to finish the match!

Staff is very helpful and knowledgeable and when I called with questions about what I purchased,…read morethey were friendly and able to help.

only went for the tour so far... (just so happened to be our "home" school) everyone was very…read morewelcoming and friendly. made sure to answer all and any of our questions. will update with new post once we have had a chance to get some school days under our belt