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Strive High with PRIDE That's the Lion Way!
 
Welcome to our school!
 
We believe that parent participation is key to student success; our new website is designed to provide parents with all the information they need to be active participants in their student’s education. You will find that the site works just as well on mobile devices as it does on a desktop so you can find information on the go. We look forward to starting the new school year, Lions! We are the Lions. We are the Future!
 
Strive High with PRIDE That's the Lion Way!

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book fair 2025

Scholastic Book Fair

Our Scholastic Book Fair is Sept 15-19 in the computer lab. Students will visit with their class on IRA day and can buy books then. The book fair will be open before school 7:30-7:50 am, during school 9:45-10 am, and after school 2:15-2:45 pm (Wed 1:30-2 pm). Scan the QR code for more info and to set up your child's eWallet!
menu switch sept week 1

Menu Switch - 9/2 & 9/4

Aloha Lions 'Ohana! Please note there's a lunch menu change this week. Today, 9/2, is Pig in a Blanket. On Thursday, 9/4, it will be Chicken Pasta Florentine. Thank you for your support!
PTA fall fundraiser ends soon

PTA Fall Fundraiser ENDS on September 3rd!

Please return all unsold tickets and/or money by Wednesday, 9/3. Outstanding tickets that are not turned in by 9/3 will be voided and not honored on pick up day. If you have any questions, please contact our Kalihi Waena PTA at 808-305-2300. Mahalo for your support!
Labor Waiver Day 2025

Labor Day & Waiver Day (NO SCHOOL)

There will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, September 1 for Labor Day and Friday, September 5 for Waiver Day. Please plan for your child's care on these days. Thank you for your support!
Coffee Hour sept 2025

Principal's Coffee Hour

Please join our Principal, Mr. Larkin, for Principal's Coffee Hour on Friday, August 29, from 8-9 am in the cafeteria. He'll share important updates and want to hear your thoughts. Looking forward to seeing you there!
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Vision and Mission

Vision: Kalihi Waena, a place of excellence, is committed to lifelong learning, student growth and nurturing the whole child.
 
Mission: Everyone working together for students to meet Common Core State Standards and prepare students to be college and career ready.
 
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Strive High With Pride. That's The Lion Way!

KWES has built a safe and nurturing environment focused on relationships, rigor, and relevance. We recognize our students come from diverse backgrounds with unique strengths and needs, and continually reflect on our current programs and systems so all students may reach their potential.

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  • 16:1 Student Teacher Ratio
  • 100% Graduation Rate
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