HANALANI SCHOOLS Nestled on six beautiful acres in Mililani, Hanalani Schools has nurtured, challenged, and prepared students for success in both college and life for over 65 years! Hanalani seeks to enrich the whole child—mentally, physically, and spiritually—and develop successful leaders by offering high-quality programs focused on three foundational pillars: core knowledge/ STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math), critical skills, and Christian character. For students in grades K3–6, Hanalani’s Lower School program offers classroom technology, organized sports, robotics, art, music, eco-garden, overnight camps and outer-island trips, a three- time nationally recognized student government program, a champion Elementary Science Olympiad (ESO) team, and more! For students in grades 7-12, Hanalani’s Upper School program features an awardwinning mathematics team, two-time international-champion robotics team, a goldstandard nationally- recognized student government program, 20+ honors and Advanced Placement (AP) courses, and more! A variety of online courses are also offered to prepare students for digital communication in college and business. Co-curricular activities offered include ILH athletic teams, drama, band, orchestra, clubs, and more. To extend the classroom experience, students enjoy various class-based trips and travel to places such as Maui, Europe, Washington D.C., New York City, and Japan. For more information, call 808-625-0737 or apply online at www.hanalani.org. 88 Hawaii Military Guide • Summer-Fall 2026 YOUTH EDUCATION a Quick Start area with a link to Student Health and Immunization Requirements. This resource outlines the vaccines required for students at various grade levels when entering Hawaii schools. Additional information is also available through Vax to School Hawaii. State law requires all students to meet physical examination, immunization, and tuberculosis clearance requirements before attending a childcare facility, preschool, or any public or private school in Hawaii. Prior to kindergarten, students must provide documentation of DTaP or DTP, Polio, MMR (measles, mumps, rubella), Hepatitis B, and Varicella (chickenpox) vaccinations. Additional immunizations are required for students entering childcare or preschool, 7th grade, post secondary programs, and for any student enrolling in a Hawaii school for the first time, regardless of age. In alignment with national health recommendations, these requirements reflect standard medical practices followed by healthcare providers across the state. Hawaii law also requires all public school students to complete a physical exam, commonly referred to as a Well Child Visit, within 12 months prior to entering 7th grade. Families should bring the required Student Health Form Form 14, available through the HIDOE website, physicians, or school offices, to their child’s appointment. For additional support, families can contact Aloha United Way or visit the Hawaii Department of Health immunization resources. Families seeking additional support services can also explore the Military Families resources within the Enrollment section, which include information on programs such as the Joint Venture Education Forum and the Military Interstate Children’s Compact Commission MIC3. CHARTER SCHOOLS For 2026-27 SY, there are over 13,000 students in 38 Charter Schools throughout Hawaii–14 of which are located on Oahu. These educational institutions are innovative, outcome-based public schools operated and managed by independent governing boards. Although each is funded on a “per pupil” basis separately from DOE-operated schools, charters are open-enrollment institutions that are tuition-free. For more information, call (808) 586-3775 or visit CharterCommission.Hawaii.gov.
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