Ka Leo Alakaʻi O Waikīkī
Under the Protection of Diamond Head
Waikīkī School Parent Bulletin - March 12, 2026
Aloha Waikīkī School families,
In alignment with Gov. Josh Green’s directive and guidance from the Hawaiʻi State Department of Education, all Oʻahu and Maui County public schools including Waikīkī School will be closed on Friday, March 13, due to current severe weather conditions.
What this means:
● There will be no in-person classes on Friday.
● Students should not report to campus.
● Staff are not expected to report to campus unless specifically directed by their
supervisor.
At this time, the closure applies only to Friday, March 13. As a reminder, spring break is scheduled next week from March 16–20. Schools are expected to resume as scheduled on Monday, March 23 unless otherwise communicated through official school and department communication channels.
Please prioritize your safety and continue to follow guidance from local and state emergency officials.
Mahalo for your understanding and cooperation.
Sincerely,
Ryan Kusuda
Principal
Calendar of Events
March 12 - Last day to submit SQS Survey
March 16-20 - Spring Break
March 21st, 2026 - Saturday Farm Work Days at Waikiki School, 10am-12:00pm
March 26 - No School, Kuhio Day
March 27 - No school for student, PC Day
April 3 - No School, Good Friday
April 6 - Monday:Aloha Day: Wear aloha attire or flower power themed clothes
April 7 - Tuesday: Career and College Day
April 8 - Wednesday: Culture Day
April 9 - Neon Colors Day: Wear neon, Vibrant or bright colors to spread positivity
April 10 - Friday: Tech Fun Run T-Shirt
April 10 - Tech Run
April 18th, 2026 * SPECIAL EARTH DAY FESTIVAL*
May 16th, 2026 - Saturday Farm Work Days at Waikiki School, 10am-12:00pm
May 25 - No School, Memorial Day
May 28 - Last Day of School for students
Continuous Notice of Non-Discrimination
The Hawaii State Department of Education (Department) and its schools do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, and religion. This requirement extends to all of the Department's programs and activities, including employment and admissions as applicable. Please direct inquires regarding the Department nondiscrimination policies and/or complaints of prohibited conduct to the Civil Rights Compliance Branch as follows:
Civil Rights Compliance Branch
Hawaii State Department of Education
P.O. Box 2360
Honolulu, Hawaii 96804
(808) 784-6325 or relay
Beth Schimmelfenning, Director
Rhonda Wong, Compliance Administrator
Krysti Sukita, ADA/504
Anna Tsang, Title VI
Alphonso Braggs, Compliance
Blue Kaanehe, Title VII
Nicole Isa-Iijima, Title IX
Dana Takahara-Dias, Title IX - Athletics
The Department's non-discrimination policies and grievance procedures may be located at:
https://hawaiipublicschools.org/useful-links/policies/nondiscrimination-policy/
About Us
Email: ryan@waikikischool.org
Website: waikikischool.org
Location: 3710 Leahi Avenue, Honolulu, HI, USA
Phone: (808) 971-6900
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaikikiSchool
Twitter: @WaikikiSchool