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Due to anticipated severe weather associated with Tropical Storm Nolo and the potential for flooding and unsafe travel conditions, all Hawai'i State Department of Education public schools on Hawai'i Island—including Pāhoa High & Intermediate School—will be closed on Thursday, September 24, and Friday, September 25, 2026.

Attention all student-athletes, parents and guardians, Winter sports tryouts are right around the corner, and spring sports aren't far behind! Before our athletes can hit the field, court, track, or pool, Hawaiʻi public school rules require a completed annual physical exam.


To make sure every athlete is cleared and ready to compete for the upcoming winter and spring seasons, Hawaiʻi Keiki is offering no-cost sports physicals directly on campus for students who are unable to see their primary care provider!

Aloha Pāhoa High & Intermediate School ‘ohana! You are invited to join our monthly Community School Hui—a gathering for students, families, staff, and community partners to connect, share information, identify needs, and work together for our keiki.

Get ready to kick off an incredible school year! Join our PHIS 'ohana for the SY26–27 Open House to enjoy light meals and refreshments, tour the school campus and classrooms, and connect with our faculty and staff.

Aloha HIDOE families, Following assessments of school campuses and surrounding community conditions, Pāhoa High and Intermediate School will be closed on Tuesday, August 18, 2026. The additional closure will allow time to restore utilities where necessary and address storm-related impacts.

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.