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Important Notice for Families & Staff
Following evaluations of campus grounds and surrounding community conditions after recent severe weather, all Hawaii Department of Education (HIDOE) public schools—including Pāhoa High and Intermediate School—will be closed on Monday, August 17, 2026.

Aloha Pāhoa High & Intermediate Families, Please review the following important updates regarding school operations and upcoming schedule changes:

As we prepare for the 2026–2027 school year, Pāhoa High & Intermediate School is committed to creating a safe, focused, and deeply connected learning environment. In strict compliance with Hawaiʻi Board of Education Policy 301-11, our campus will implement a cell phone-free learning environment starting on the first day of school.

Aloha PHIS Students and ’Ohana! As we gear up for the new school year, we are thrilled to invite all incoming and returning families to our 4th Annual Back to School Resource Fair. This event is the perfect opportunity to kick off the year with confidence, get connected with our community, and ensure our students start the year strong.

All public school students participating in sports are required to complete an annual physical. To help ensure all student-athletes are cleared and ready to compete, the Hawaiʻi Keiki: Healthy & Ready to Learn Program is offering no-cost sports physical exams at school for students unable to schedule an appointment with their primary care provider.

Get ready for a fantastic summer at Pāhoa High & Intermediate School! We are thrilled to announce that our Seamless Summer Food Services program starts tomorrow! We are welcoming our community to join us on campus for delicious and nutritious meals all summer long to keep our keiki fueled and ready for fun.

We would like to share an excellent community resource with you. Tropic Care 2026 will be providing no-cost medical, dental, and optometry care starting June 19th across multiple locations in Puna, Ka'ū, and Kona. Services are provided by uniformed military members in partnership with the Hawai'i District Health Office (HDHO).

The PHIS Hawaiian Club Moaniani Lehua & May Day Committee proudly present Lei Ana 'O Puna, a special celebration of the beauty of our beloved home!

We warmly invite our 'ohana and the wider community to come and enjoy an evening full of mele, hula, and fun as we celebrate the art and meaning of giving and wearing a lei.

Pahoa High and Intermediate School is excited to invite you to the Aloha Musical Showcase. Come and support our amazing students as they take the stage to highlight their musical talents.

Attention parents and guardians of current 6th graders! We are excited to welcome our future students to Pāhoa High and Intermediate School. Please join us for a dedicated 7th Grade Parent Transition Meeting designed to provide you with all the tools and information necessary for a successful journey into middle school.

Pāhoa High & Intermediate School is excited to announce the rescheduled date for our community-centered evening of music and fashion. After a weather-related postponement, we are ready to celebrate mālama, care, and community together.

The Kōkua Closet supports our students by providing essential access to clothing and hygiene items. Come out for a fun night and help us support this vital school resource.

Pahoa High and Intermediate School will be holding Quarter 3 Parent-Teacher Conferences from Wednesday, April 8, through Friday, April 10, 2026. We invite all parents and guardians to join us in the Cafeteria each afternoon from 2:00 p.m. to 2:55 p.m. to discuss student progress.

Attention students of Pahoa High Schools! Are you ready to embrace the spirit of Aloha and protect our islands? We are excited to announce an upcoming Ho’omau Fire Academy closed training session. The class provides a unique opportunity for aspiring firefighters to start their journey into public service. Enoll and submit your application today.

Due to current severe weather conditions and in alignment with Governor Josh Green's directive, Pāhoa High and Intermediate School will be closed on Friday, March 13, 2026. Please review the following updates regarding school operations and rescheduled events.

The Kōkua Closet Club is thrilled to invite our 'ohana to an evening of music and fashion celebrating mālama, care, and community. This student-driven event helps fund essential needs for our students, including basic hygiene items and clothing