Academic Programs and Plans
The Hawaiʻi Academy of Arts & Science (HAAS) offers a wealth of educational program choices for students and families. Programs are led by State of Hawaiʻi licensed and certified teachers. Every program is aligned with the Common Core and Hawaii Content and Performance Standards. Curricula and instruction are robust, flexible, evidence based, and customized to meet the variety of student learning needs. Our goal is to develop a strong community of lifelong learners and work together to create an environment where all are successful. With the exception of Distance Learning Programs, traditional class size may average 16-24 students. All programs are a Monday—Friday program with required half-day attendance on Friday.
Face to Face Learning Programs
Aloha Academy - Grades 2 & 4
Aloha Academy offers a loving and nurturing environment with a looping 1st-2nd grade class, and a looping 3rd-4th grade class. The standards-based curriculum is enhanced with Visual Arts, Music, STEAM, Gardening and Hawaiiana classes, and incorporates the use of technology as a learning tool. Students will learn through an integrated approach that reaches across content areas.
Beach Academy - Grade 1
Beach Academy offers a 1st and 2nd grade looping in a Waldorf inspired, standards based program. The hands-on core curriculum incorporates lots of time for play and movement and is enriched by specialty subjects— Art, Handwork, Hawaiiana, Music, Games, and Drama. We foster students to become accountable, caring, and responsible for their own and others' learning. Differentiated groupings at school and parents supporting individualized homework/practice tasks allow students to thrive and be successful. Children seeing their adults being a team for their successes play a significant role in each child's academic, social, and emotional growth
Discovery Heights - Grades 3 & 5
This program offers looping grades 3rd—4th and grades 5th—6th. For the school year 2024-2025, we will be in year 1 of the cycle with 3rd and 5th grades being offered. The curriculum and environment are focused on the whole child, on nurturing students to be self-directed learners, and to develop their life skills as well as organizational skills. The classes foster community building, critical thinking, and problem solving through rigorous activities which include differentiated small groups, partner work, projects and fun activities. Students will learn through an integrated approach that reaches across content areas and through projects whenever possible. Field trips, Hawaiiana, Art, Music and STEAM are offered to support the curriculum.
Kaleidoscope - Grades K & 1
This program offers a kindergarten and a looping 1st-2nd grade class. For school year 2024-2025 we will be in year 1 of the looping cycle with 1st grade being offered. Both classes use a Language Arts based program that focuses on early reading and writing skills. They also teach foundational math concepts with hands-on activities. The curriculum is rounded out with science, social studies, music, Hawaiiana, STEAM and arts. Students are inspired to make good choices, solve problems and show respect for them-selves and to others. Parent participation is encouraged
Kealanui Grades - Grades 2 & 4
Kealanui offers a multisensory approach to educating the whole child, nurturing the social, emotional and academic development of each unique individual. We value place-based education and engage students in a variety of real life explorations. Our program implements a thematic approach to integrate the arts with academic subjects. Students have regular opportunities for music, movement, visual arts and gardening. Parent participation is encouraged.
Kukui Academy - Grades 7-8
Kukui Academy serves grades 7 and 8 in a fully in-person classroom environment. Our goal is to prepare students for high school and beyond by encouraging teamwork, curiosity and self-reflection as core values. We are committed to creating a safe, enjoyable, and enriching learning experience for all. We have a friendly staff that will help guide your child in their middle school experience.
Main Campus - Grades 9-12
The Main Campus offers a face-to-face learning environment where students attend campus classes every day for all of their core and elective subjects. Students complete the same graduation requirements as the Department of Education schools but also have an opportunity to earn an Honor's Diploma or a Hawaiian Culture Certificate. Students are able to participate in a variety of electives including art, engineering, gardening, music, skateboarding, and surfing.
Pāhoa Marketplace - Grades 6
The curriculum and environment are focused on the whole child. Students will learn through an integrated approach that reaches across content areas. The classes foster community building, being a community contributor, and learning life skills. Field trips, Hawaiiana, Music and Art are offered to support curriculum. Parent participation is encouraged.
Paradise Hui Haumana - Grades 3 & 5
Paradise Hui Haumana is located in HPP. For the school year 2024-2025, this program offers 3rd grade in one classroom, and grade 5 in another. Our country schoolhouse setting provides education to the whole child. The curriculum and environment are focused on nurturing students to be self-directed learners, effective communicators, and community contributors. The curriculum is enhanced with dance, art, music, STEAM, Hawaiian, and outdoor and cooperative learning. We value kind and compassionate communication and work as a team with families to support lifelong learning for our students
Blended and Virtual Learning Programs
EDventures - HPP Grades K-6
EDventures on Paradise offers an alternative to the traditional classroom setting. This program emphasizes a teacher-family partnership and requires consistent academic support for the student. We provide a quality curriculum tailored to each student’s learning style and abilities. The core subject areas are addressed through a variety of activities and grade level coursework. Students may choose to participate in optional activities at our site such as STEAM, art, Hawaiiana, creative writing, music, study hall, etc. We require weekly student/parent/teacher meetings on site to monitor progress. All the requirements for public school attendance and participation in state testing are Required.
InDigital Elementary - Grades 4-6
This program combines online, computer-based learning with hands-on enrichment activities and group field trips. This blended learning program is a partnership between our teachers and your 'ohana, with teachers guiding families through the curriculum and an adult at home providing consistent support to the student as they work on daily assignments. Students attend regular online meetings and parent/teacher communication is via email.
InDigital Middle and High School - Grades 7-12
HAAS InDigital is a program that allows students to create their own balance of digital and in-person learning. Coursework offered through InDigital is all available online, including class meetings, but students can choose to come to school and work face-to-face with peers and educators. Students in the High School InDigital program are also able to request campus electives and AP classes be incorporated into their schedules. Like main campus students, HAAS InDigital High School students are also able to participate in Running Start college courses.
Seaview Community School - SPACE Grades K-6
Seaview Community School teachers partner with parents and students to create a rich and supportive environment with a personalized approach to learning. School work is completed at home with guidance and academic support from highly qualified teachers. While at our campus at Seaview, students develop a strong sense of belonging. They join a dynamic, multi-age learning community, with access to small group classes taught by dedicated instructors. Curriculum and pacing is flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of each student. Teachers provide hands-on learning curriculum which fosters curiosity and inquiry. This program is a good fit for families looking to take an active role in their child’s daily learning while accessing an alternative school setting. Students enjoy engaging elective classes including Circus Arts, music, film class, Hawaiiana, art, science, gardening, science, book club, games, and field trips. Annual circus and hula performance opportunities, participation in science fair as well as access to HAAS school events are included. In person attendance is required at least one day per week. Participation in school wide and state assessments is required.