Please review the newest (Feb 2021) Return to Learn Plan passed by the board on February 12 2021. Remember to fill out your keiki Daily Health Survey before coming to campus. Returning to campus from travel or illness. COMPLETE this return from illness/travel survey and confirm the office has received prior to returning. READ MORE >

Apply @ https://mytads.com/a/malamahonua Join our Po'o Denise Espania for our ZOOM information session. February 25, 2021 at 5pm March 10, 2021 at 9am Sign up here to receive the link:*Charter schools are, free public schools that support alternative approaches and community-based education. Email... READ MORE >

Mahalo for supporting our haumāna!In high tide and in low tide we are strengthened as a kula through aloha and lokomaikaʻi from our haumāna, kumu, ʻohana, community, and ʻāina. READ MORE >

Join us for one of our 4 Zoom informational sessions. Please email admissions@malamahonuapcs.org for an invitation to join January 12, 2021 at 5pm February 3, 2021 at 5pm February 25, 2021 at 5pm March 10, 2021 at 9am *Charter schools are, free public schools that support... READ MORE >

Ma ka hana ka ʻike, the 7th graders built their own garden beds with their ʻohana. The haumāna planted their gardens based on the moon phases and chant Pule Ola Lōʻihi asking for life and longevity for their meakanu. READ MORE >

Celebrate Hawaiian Independence Day with your ʻohana. Get kalo, kuʻi kalo, document, and post your ʻohana to social media. Remember to include #kuiokoa. READ MORE >

What an epic week of learning! Papa 3-5 were able to learn from Anakala Chadd as well as other crew as they shared about their experiences on various voyages. Mahalo nui Kānehūnāmoku crew for coordinating an amazing hour of learning for each of the papa. READ MORE >

Kumu and Haumana safely celebrated a fun dress up drive through on the Friday before Halloween. We were so impressed by the creative costumes that participated! READ MORE >

The 8th graders were challenged to engage in the engineering process to create and then pitch their Air Powered Card to Papa Hoku, our Kindergarteners. They engaged in the following engineering design process to create a Balloon powered car. Step 1: Researching different car designs Step 2: Developing a prototype Step 3: Testing the air powered car Step 4:... READ MORE >

First day of school kumu ZOOM photo, wearing matching "E Lauhoe Mai Ka Waʻa" shirts. Together with our keiki and ʻohana we will paddle and bail together to get to our destination. We are one MHPCS ʻohana and we are in this together! READ MORE >

A Thriving Lahui (click) is a document with links for supports ranging from "how to make a mask", to resources for accessing local food, kupuna supports, or supports for child care or bills. Mālama pono, take good care READ MORE >

Do you need child care for your keiki during virtual learning? Check out the YMCA.https://www.ymcahonolulu.org/about/news/learning-centers*All families are eligible to apply for the Department of Human Services (DHS) Child Care Connection Hawaii subsidy that provides up to $475 per month for up to 6 months for childcare costs. Currently, DHS has lifted income... READ MORE >

In addition to reaching out to the various programs that are out there to support our community, please be sure to keep in close communication with your kumu. We are here to help.Mālama pono. READ MORE >

Check out how you can not only care for our honua, but your pocket book too! Check it out TODAY! READ MORE >

In response to the growing number of COVID cases on Oahu, the staff and board of Mālama Honua PCS have agreed that the safest choice for our community is to be virtual and NOT return in person through Trimester 1, which ends on Nov 6. Please find our UPDATED Return to School Plan. Missed the halawai with your kumu? Stay up to date with each site. K-2 Halawai... READ MORE >

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Mālama Honua PCS return to school plan takes into consideration parent feedback, teacher feedback, and federal, state, and collective bargaining requirements. Please click the link to review our "Return to School" plan.For other information about our Return to Learning 2020 plans, click here. READ MORE >

Zoe did a great job as keikicaster sharing the weather this past week on Hawaii New Now.Check her out on Hawaii News Now Facebook and learn about tornadoes. Want more weather lessons, check out the daily lessons on Hawaii News Now Lets Learn Together. READ MORE >

Aloha ke kahi i ke kahi. During these uncertain times, it is comforting to see our community, from grass roots organizations to our state DOE, come together to support each other. Please check out the meal program and HIDOEʻs link for resources for makua and enrichment activity for our keiki (CLICK HERE). Reach out to us if your ʻohana needs anything and we... READ MORE >

Papa Hoku students Willa and Atomic describe the nicknames the class chose for Sea Life Park’s newest animal friends, Kūpa’a and Li’i. https://www.facebook.com/105015532870022/posts/2879668262071388/?vh=e&d=n READ MORE >

Mālama Honua is continues to practice social distancing. All state, including school offices will be working remotely until April 30 (DOE memo 3/24/20) to slow the spread of COVID-19. If you have any questions please leave a message at 259-5522 or email info@malamahonuapcs.org. Although we are working from home there may be a delay in communication, so we... READ MORE >

Aloha Family and Friends, Applications for school year 2020-2021 are now available! We will be accepting students for GRADES K-8. Deadline to submit your completed application including a current Proof of Residency and a copy of your childʻs Birth Certificate is March 31, 2020 at 4:00 pm. Completed applications can be dropped off, emailed or mailed to MHPCS at... READ MORE >

Gov Ige announced today that all public and charter schools in Hawaii will extend spring break for another week. Schools will take this extra time to better plan for social distancing so we can resume classes on March 30. Please have your keiki read and if you have access, please have them get on their on-line programs (Lexia, Reading Plus, Dreambox, Khan... READ MORE >

Aloha kākou. As we approach Spring Break, we would like to share our process for responding to the current situation with COVID-19 (Corona Virus). At Mālama Honua, we take the safety and well-being of our haumana, kumu, and ʻohana seriously. There have been no confirmed cases for any of our MHPCS ʻohana. However, in following guidance of the national Center... READ MORE >

5th grader Bella Souki doing a fabulous job representing the school and publicizing Mauka to Makai 2020. She was featured on KHON2 Take2 Keiki Talk, and described both her experiences as a student and our largest fundraiser of the year. What an amazing ambassador for her class, the school, and the community. READ MORE >

Mahalo nui KITV4 for inviting Bella to talk about Mālama Honua and Mauka to Makai 2020!https://www.kitv.com/clip/15020026/mauka-to-makai-benefit-fundraiser-helps-provide-handson-learning-experiences-for-keiki READ MORE >

Mālama Honua haumāna had the opportunity to attend the Hawai’i Rising, Ku’i at the Capital, 2020 Legislative Opening Session on January 15th. They were able to interact with and be a part of an amazing gathering of a diverse body of leaders, hearing from advocates who are striving to influence policy and change for a better future. READ MORE >

Mahalo nui for supporting our kula. Your aloha enables our haumāna to live our values and meet our mission to mālama honua. Wishing you and yours a happy healthy 2020!Mahalo nui,The Haumāna and Kumu of Mālama Honua PCSMālama Honua PCS is special to me because...Piko helps me to remember our values and it helps me get ready to learn! - LaynaIt connects me to my... READ MORE >

Celebrating the holiday season would not be complete without marching in the Waimanalo Christmas parade. Mālama Honua ʻohana came in over 75 strong passing out our pencils and flyers with our K-2 riding and singing in our holiday trolley. READ MORE >

The excitement of the first day returning to school could be felt in all three campus sites K-7. Familiar, but all new, haumana sailed through the first day learning about their new space, new and old friends, new and returning kumu. We welcomed new Kindergarteners, a new 7th grade class, new kumu, a new Hope Po’o Kula and a new location for our new middle school... READ MORE >

ʻThe way to lose any earthly kingdom is to be inflexible, intolerant and prejudicial. Another way is to be too flexible, tolerant of too many wrongs and without judgment at all. It is a razor’s edge. It is the width of a blade of pili grass.ʻ-Queen Liliʻuokalani READ MORE >

We were honored to participate in another powerful production by Mana Mele. Re-Sharing (CLICK HERE) for those who want to re-watch this amazing production. READ MORE >

O Puʻu Kona....As our Papa Mahina oli at the base of Puʻukona, they prepare to fill their minds and hearts learning with Aunty Ilima at CTAHR. He ipu kā’eo- a full calabash, a knowledgeable person. He ipu pala ‘ole - a calabash with out a dab in it. An ignorant person. READ MORE >

Three of our 6th graders under the guidance of Kumu Mel Loo researched, coordinated, acquired funds from the Obama Foundation, and implemented the first of 3 planned stream restoration efforts. As participants in Ceeds of Peace these young leaders wanted to make a difference in their community and after getting feedback from their peers and further research they... READ MORE >

Manaola shared his time and talents with our Papa Makani (grades 3/4). They created the most beautiful wearable art using all natural stamps under the guidance of this amazing kumu. Mahalo nui to Kumu Cindy for helping to coordinate this visit. Not sure who enjoyed themselves more, the haumana or the kumu! READ MORE >

It was a beautiful Waimānalo spring day to celebrate the gifts of our ʻāina mauka to makai. Mahalo nui to all those who came out to eat ono mea ʻai, listen to the sweet voices of Kimie, Waipuna, Kekoa Kane, learn about many of our community resources, shop with some of our finest vendors, and enjoy laughter and games with keiki at our keiki korner. All proceeds... READ MORE >

Our keiki, like flowers, will bloom and flourish given the right conditions. This week students shared their passion and research around ensuring that we are all doing our part to malama honua. They shared with a variety of audiences the importance of caring for our ʻāina, our community, our well-being. When we care for our land, sea, each other, we in turn will be... READ MORE >

Do you have or know of a 7th grader interested in learning in a small group, rigorous Hawaiian culture based learning environment at a FREE public charter school in Waimānalo? Join us for our Middle School Open House MONDAY March 11th 5-6pm. READ MORE >

Mālama Honua Public Charter Schools ENROLLMENT for K-7 is OPEN now! Please come to one of our open houses to learn more about the opportunity to be a part of Waimānaloʻs Hawaiian Focus Charter School ʻOhana. February 26th 9am @ WHHA Hālau 41-253 Ilauhole Street Waimānalo READ MORE >

Get your tickets today for Mālama Honuaʻs Mauka to Makai celebration. Support our keiki and enjoy a day of amazing entertainment, ono food, crafts, vendors, keiki korner, and fun learning opportunities for all! READ MORE >

Mauka to Makai 2019! We are looking for VENDORS! Click here for the M2M 2019 Vendor application form If you or someone you know is interested in participating at our event please have them sign up by January 31st.If you have any questions please email fundraising@malamahonuapcs.org Looking forward to seeing everyone on March 9! READ MORE >

The land is the chief, we are the servants A group from Mālama Honua partnered with haumāna and kumu from Blanche Pope and the University of Hawaii landscape architecture school to mālama Muliwaiolena and plan for how we can better support caring for this wahi pana (sacred place). As we worked to remove the invasive plants so that they natives could flourish again... READ MORE >

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Welcome 2019! As we reflect on 2018, we are so appreciative of all of the aloha that surrounds Mālama Honua. We welcomed our keiki back to school today after a restful winter holiday and look forward to a healthy productive 2019. Wishing you and yours all the best for 2019! READ MORE >

I ola nō ke kino i ka mā‘ona o ka ‘ōpū I mā‘ona nō ka ‘ōpū i ke aloha o na makuaThe body is nourished when the stomach is satisfied. The stomach is satisfied because of the love of our parentsThis week we reflect on the value of ola kino maikaʻi- to live healthy. We reflect on an oli that we recite daily before we eat and take a moment to think about what it means... READ MORE >

E lawe i ke aʻo a mālama, ae ʻoi mau ka naʻauao He who takes his teachings and applies them increases his knowledge.Huakaʻi (field trips) are a time for our keiki to learn from a place, beyond what kumu or a book or video can tell or show them, they get to DO. We prioritize expanding their learning experience beyond the walls of the classroom and expose them to... READ MORE >

Mālama Honuaʻs sea of BLUE! Mahalo nui loa to all those who supported our efforts in our first STEP towards acquiring a lease with UH CTAHR for space at the Waimānalo Ag station. We are thrilled that the Waimānalo community leadership supports building our permanent facility on the CTAHR land. We still have more work ahead, but for now we celebrate and mahalo all... READ MORE >

"When the foundation is solid, then you can build and grow" This week we focused on the value, naʻau pono, to nurture a deep sense of justice. A solid foundation is essential in enabling us to have the strength and fortitude to make the just and right choice, to take that pono path. During piko I asked the student to stand on one foot as we repeated this ʻolelo... READ MORE >

On this Piko O Wakea (fall equinox) our Papa Kaula (5) and Papa Kipuʻupuʻu (6) had a special day with Kānehūnāmoku and her crew. As the earth is balanced so we found our balance we started our journey together towards 5th grade defense and our first 6th grade sail. READ MORE >

Mahalo nui to all those who came out on Wednesday September 5 for our Open House. Although re-scheduled, having open house this week aligns perfectly with our ʻōlelo noeʻau. Open House and our first Makua Halawai (6pm @ St. Matts) are opportunities for ʻohana to make their hours (remember you need 10 per ʻohana/per semester), but more importantly learn about Mālama... READ MORE >

Hoping that this enews finds you and your ʻohana safe and enjoying time with family as we prepare for the weather headed our way. This week we explore an ʻōlelo noeʻau that seems so appropriate as our communities prepare for Hurricane Lane. We are so appreciative of our ʻohana as we quickly pulled together to ensure our that kula was as safe as we could in... READ MORE >

We open the school year with a foundation ʻōlelo noʻeau (Hawaiian Proverb) thinking deeply on how we live and share aloha with our friends, family, ʻāina (land), and community. Over the past two weeks kumu have shared their thoughts about this proverb and classes have been discussing how they live our school values, starting with how to they live, share, and... READ MORE >

Date: Saturday, March 10, 2018 Please join us for our annual fundraiser at the beautiful Waimanalo Polo Field from 11am - 4pm featuring live music, ono food stations, a silent auction, cultural activities, a keiki korner, lucky drawings, country market and more! It will be a fun day for the whole family! All proceeds benefit our mission to provide place-based... READ MORE >

Saturday, May 30, 2015 Mahalo to all who attended our 4th quarter hōʻike at UH CTAHR in Waimānalo this Saturday! Hoʻomaikaʻi to our keiki and our kumu for such a wonderful day of sharing and learning. Mahalo to Uncle Ted, Aunty ʻIlima, Uncle Billy, Aunty Jenna, Aunty Malia, and all of our families (founding and new) for being such great supporters of Mālama Honua... READ MORE >

Friday, May 15, 2015 MHPCS had the honor of enjoying an ʻono pizza dinner with former White House Chef, Sam Kass. The keiki enjoyed taking Uncle Sam on a tour of beautiful Palaka Moon and share with him what they had learned. Uncle Sam shared great stories of the White House as well as President Obamaʻs favorite vegetable: Broccoli! Mahalo nui to Aunty Malia,... READ MORE >

Monday, August 1, 2016 The kumu welcome haumāna back to school with great enthusiasm for year 3! We have grown from 41 students our first year, to 65 our second and now 85 with a waitlist! READ MORE >

Thursday, August 18, 2016 Anakala Peter Moon Jr started ukulele classes with our 4th graders. We all were excited that they remembered what they learned from Kumu Mele from last year. They quickly picked things up again and are having so much fun learning about music and playing the ukulele! READ MORE >

Monday, August 29, 2016 Papa Makani had the opportunity to learn with PVS crew members Kumu Jenna and Kumu Mikiala. Students had an opportunity to tour Hikianalia and learn a little more, first hand, about this amazing waʻa, as well as about traveling on waʻa. We were lucky to be at METC when 3 waʻa were in the water...Hikianalia, Hawaiiloa, and Mookiha! READ MORE >

Saturday, September 3, 2016 21 MHPCS haumāna were invited to do opening protocol for Representative Ryan Yamane during the IUCN conference. They shared the schoolʻs oli, mission, promise, Na Aumakua, and E Ho Mai. They also had the opportunity to share the school oli with Kumu Jenna, Uncle Nainoa and Uncle Billy who were also attending the international... READ MORE >

Tuesday, September 6, 2016 Haumāna visited Kānehūnāmoku He Waʻa He Moku, He Moku He Waʻa Farm and were able to kuʻi kalo with Anakala Ricky. Keiki enjoyed learning how to respect and behave while pounding kalo into paʻiʻai. The haumana all took a turn to kuʻi kalo and enjoyed eating the fruits of their labor. READ MORE >

Tuesday, October 18, 2016 On October 4th and 18th, Haumāna spent days of learning with the kumu from Kānehūnāmoku. They got to test their skills at sailing the waʻa, knot tying and observations. The skills learned will help prepare haumāna to become effective communicators, listeners and problem solvers. READ MORE >

Saturday, December 10, 2016 This year our theme was REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE. All of the art work on our float was made of recycled and reused materials that would have gone into our landfill. Mahalo nui to all those who made this week and parade such a success. 3 years of amazing floats during your first three years of being a school is not short of amazing. A... READ MORE >

Saturday, December 17, 2016 As a kula we went to see the movie Moana at Koko Marina Theaters. It was a fitting movie aligned directly with not only our over arching school mission and vision, but also more specifically this weekʻs ʻōlelo noʻeau. E lau hoe mai na wa’a I ke ka, I ka hoe, I ka hoe, I ke ka Pae aku I ka ‘aina Pitch in with a will, everybody,... READ MORE >

Please spread the word to support our school and get a yummy chicken! You can purchase pre-sale tickets from a MHPCS ʻohana or just come on down on the 17th to pick up a chicken! Setup begins at 6:30am and pickup is between 9:00am and 2:00pm. READ MORE >

Please join us for the first hōʻike of the 2015-16 school year. Come listen to your keiki share about their learning this quarter in response to our essential question: O Wai La --Who am I? Date/Time: Thursday, October 1 from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm. Location: Waimānalo Hawaiian Homes Hālau; 41-245 Ilauhole Street Waimānalo, HI 96795 In alignment with our school name... READ MORE >

Come to Mālama Honua PCS for informational sessions about the 2015-2016 school year. It will be an opporuntity to learn about the schoolʻs mission and values as well as answer any questions you may have. You will also be able to hear from our foudning families about what Mālama Honua PCS means to them and what to expect as a part of this ʻohana. Informational... READ MORE >

Saturday, May 30, 2015 Mahalo to all who attended our 4th quarter hōʻike at UH CTAHR in Waimānalo this Saturday! Hoʻomaikaʻi to our keiki and our kumu for such a wonderful day of sharing and learning. Mahalo to Uncle Ted, Aunty ʻIlima, Uncle Billy, Aunty Jenna, Aunty Malia, and all of our families (founding and new) for being such great supporters of Mālama Honua... READ MORE >

Friday, March 17, 2017 Our first Hoʻolauleʻa at the Polo Fields, was a HUGE success and super good FUN because of all of the support and hard work that our parents and Hoʻolauleʻa chairs put into this day. It was months of planning and in the end it was a beautiful day filled with amazing music, food, activities, crafts, an AMAZING raffle and auction, and most... READ MORE >

Thursday, April 6, 2017 Mahalo nui to Aunty Laura Kaakua (Kumu Jʻs ʻohana) for inviting us to participate in the celebration of years of hard work in order to protect this special part of Waimānalo- Awawamalu. It was a beautiful afternoon and we were so honored to be a part of this significant accomplishment. READ MORE >

Friday, May 15, 2015 MHPCS had the honor of enjoying an ʻono pizza dinner with former White House Chef, Sam Kass. The keiki enjoyed taking Uncle Sam on a tour of beautiful Palaka Moon and share with him what they had learned. Uncle Sam shared great stories of the White House as well as President Obamaʻs favorite vegetable: Broccoli! Mahalo nui to Aunty Malia,... READ MORE >

Saturday, April 22, 2017 Happy Earth Day! Mahalo nui to all those who came out to mālama our beaches in Waimānalo! We were so proud of all of our MHPCS haumāna who not only came out to clean the beaches, but taught at least 50 other families from across the island to use the micro-plastic sifters to clean the opala out of our water! READ MORE >

Monday, February 23, 2015 Mahalo nui to the talented Moses Goods for visiting our school and sharing his moʻolelo with us. We are so grateful for his ʻike and ability to share it in such a fun way. READ MORE >

2014 Waimānalo 5th Makahiki Competition and Ceremonial Saturday, November 22nd at Bellows Beach Park Click here for a list of times and events - Papahana READ MORE >

Tuesday, June 13, 2017 In june our 5th graders spent an overnighter preparing for the next leg of their educational journey. The spend time reflecting on the Mind of the Navigator skills, team building, and greeted the sun at Makapuu. Mahalo nui for all those who helped to make this possible! READ MORE >

Makua come together to learn about how they can support their keiki in literacy instruction outside of school. We learned about games and activities and skills they can practice on a daily basis! READ MORE >

Tuesday, January 20, 2015 Mahalo to Uncle Matt from NOAA for coming to teach us about the different waters and its importance to mālama each. We had so much fun with the different interactive lessons! READ MORE >

What an amazing day of learning and FUN! Mahalo to the crew of Kānehūnāmoku and Kumu Kahapeʻa for teaching us about the waʻa and Uncle Nainoaʻs star compass, and teaching us a new oli! READ MORE >

Monday, June 19, 2017 Mahalo nui to those who were able to join us at the homecoming festivities! It was a powerful once in a life time opportunity celebrating the solid foundation upon which inspired our school and the movement to mālama honua. However, while it was a momentous conclusion to an amazing journey, it is truly just the beginning as we continue to... READ MORE >

Papa Mahina and Papa Hoku have been working diligently this quarter expanding their knowledge and skills. Each child will be presenting their Wahi Pana in groups and showcasing what they have learned in hula. READ MORE >

Visit from Aunty Kahape'a and Kānehūnāmoku Voyaging Academy to learn about their waʻa and practices. READ MORE >

Saturday, December 13, 2014 We had so much fun being a part of our community parade. Mahalo to Uncle Nainoa, Uncle Harold and Aunty Nani their ʻohana, as well as our ʻohana for making this an event to remember! READ MORE >

We are excited to have Kumu Ishii visiting with us in person. The next time we see her will be when she is on Hokulea in the South Pacific! READ MORE >

Monday, July 10, 2017 We welcome our new Papa Hoku with a 3 days kinder kamp. They did so well learning about the school, each other, and their kumu. We are looking forward to the first day of school with our new friends! READ MORE >

Thursday, April 27, 2017 Our first and second grade students showcased their learning and skills with Mahina Chopped. Keiki have been learning about kula as farmable lands, traditional farming/food production (kalo patches), current food related issues, food security and benefits of buying/supporting locally sourced products, and how our future actions/choices... READ MORE >

Wednesday, December 10, 2014 Lucky we live Waimānalo! A beautiful day exploring the beautify and brilliance of our own backyard! READ MORE >

Saturday, September 16, 2017All proceeds go directly to keiki huakai (field trips) and class materials and supplies. READ MORE >

Wednesday, December 3, 2014 We were thrilled to welcome Uncle Nainoa Thompson and Uncle Jack Johnson to our kula! Although short, this was a FULL week! Uncle Jack, Uncle Nainoa and the keiki signed the Ocean Pledge and discussed how they all mālama honua. We will be sending home a copy of the signed pledge with the keiki soon, so you can have a conversation at... READ MORE >

Singing, dancing and laughter with Kumu Ane, Director of Hawaiian Studies at Punahou School and MHPCS board member. READ MORE >

Friday, May 19, 2017Mahalo nui for making our final Hōʻike of the school year a success! The haumana and kumu spent the entire year learning and working, culminating in this final presentation of learning. It was a beautiful evening of mele, oli, presentations, healthy eating and good friends! READ MORE >

Monday, December 1, 2014 Mahalo to the crew of Kānehūnāmoku and Kumu Kahapeʻa for teaching us about the waʻa and Uncle Nainoa's star compass, and teaching us the Hōkūleʻa Haka! READ MORE >

Monday, July 21, 2014 Mahalo to all those who came out and donated their time, talents and resources to create a beautiful kula for our keiki! We are so excited to have new and cleaned floors, new paint, new air conditioners, a tent, full libraries, everything we need to get started with school on August 1st! Everyone has been so supportive. Staff, 'ohana, and... READ MORE >

Monday, June 30, 2014 Mahalo to everyone who came out to malama Waimanalo Beach Park with the Waimanalo Canoe Club! It was a beautiful evening to help clean our beach and meet new friends! We learned new vocabulary too. Malama Honua-- Care for the Earth Opala -- Trash Loko Maikai -- Share with each other Kai --- Ocean Kahakai --- Beach Mauka ---... READ MORE >

Date: Saturday, September 16, 2017 Event Description: All proceeds go directly to keiki huakai (field trips) and class materials and supplies. READ MORE >

Tuesday, June 24, 2014 Getting Ready for our First Day of School! We are so excited to begin our journey at St. Matthewʻs. We just signed our lease and are in the planning phases for cleaning up and getting our school ready for the first day of school on AUGUST 1st. We are so appreciative of all the support that the Waimānalo community has shown to get us this... READ MORE >

Nainoa Thompson, co-founder of Mālama Honua Public Charter School, master navigator and President of the Polynesian Voyaging Society, shared the history, vision, and mission of Mālama Honua- the WorldwideVoyage, Learning Center, and Public Charter School. The intent was to share and humbly ask for the board to consider accepting the school into the community. The... READ MORE >

Tuesday, September 30, 2014 *Since MHPCS is a new school we do not have STRIVE HIGH results, but are required to share this important information. MHPCS will not qualify to be a Title 1 School until next year. Strive HI Performance - Parent Letter Attachment B - Quick Facts READ MORE >

Saturday, May 17, 2014 Wishing the Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia Crew well as the World Wide Voyage embarks on the first leg of their voyage to Tahiti! The community came together in a beautiful day of celebration, well wishes, filled with inspiration and hope sending Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia off for Hilo on May 17th. Now, waiting for the right weather conditions, we... READ MORE >

Tuesday, February 18, 2014 Aloha Kākou, What an exciting month for our charter school! The rain held as we welcomed families and community supporters to our first ʻohana evening on February 4th at the Waimānalo Hālau. Mahalo to Waimānalo Hawaiian Homes Association for hosting us and Waimānalo Queen Liliuokalani Childrens Center for sponsoring the ono dinner. It... READ MORE >

January 2014 Aloha Kākou, I am humbled and honored to have this opportunity to serve Waimānalo and the Mālama Honua Learning Center community. As we prepare for Hōkūle’a’s world-wide voyage, we are excited to share how we also are preparing for the launch of our school’s voyage. ‘A‘ohe pau ka ‘ike I ka halau ho‘okahi. In collaboration with the Pacific American... READ MORE >

Friday, March 14, 2014 We have so much to celebrate and would like to take a moment to share our appreciation for all the support from the community. Mahalo to the Queen Liliʻuokalani Childrens Center for having us at their family evening event focused on 'imi 'ike. We really enjoyed sharing the evening with such a warm, thoughtful and energetic community. While... READ MORE >

Monday, April 28, 2014 Aloha Kākou, On Thursday April 24th we celebrated our founding ʻohana with an ono dinner and opportunity to begin building our new Mālama Honua ʻOhana. It was a beautiful evening where we enjoyed meeting new people and catching up with old friends, where our keiki learned with our kumu about how to be as strong as the opihi, and an... READ MORE >