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Get ready to make a difference! Join us from February 16–20 for a week dedicated to positivity, connection, and "Random Acts of Kindness". We have two exciting ways for all students to get involved and even win some prizes!

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

Aloha Daggers!

Tomorrow, February 9, 2026, Governor Green has closed all Hawaii Department of Education public schools, as well as state, district, and complex area offices, due to severe weather conditions. Please note that this closure does not set a precedent for future school closures.

The Department will continue to monitor the situation in collaboration with state and emergency management officials. Updates regarding reopening or any additional closures will be communicated through official channels as soon as they become available.

Please stay safe and follow the guidance of local and state emergency officials.

February 2026 Breakfast and Lunch Menus are now available. Click on the announcement title to view menus

Aloha kākou! You are all invited to cheer on our canoe paddling team as they compete in their final race of the season. It has been an incredible year, with our JV Girls performing exceptionally well and securing 1st and 2nd place finishes in both D1 and D2.

Families are invited to join Ms. Prideaux for an informational meeting regarding a Spring 2027 tour to Japan. This trip is being planned in partnership with EF Educational Tours to provide students with an incredible travel opportunity.

Applications are now open for the next Pahoa High Driver’s Education class.

We are pleased to announce our annual Makahiki celebration, an opportunity to bring Hawaiian culture and traditions to our campus. This special event allows students to learn about and participate in various traditional activities that highlight readiness physically, academically, and through the arts.

Join us for a special screening of the documentary Remathau: People of the Ocean, featuring a welcome and discussion with Dr. Nicole Yamase.

The event will be held on Thursday, January 29, from 5-7 PM at the Kea'au High School Library. Light refreshments will be served.

RSVP is required by January 14, 2026, to reserve your seat!

Hawai'i Keiki is offering no-cost physical exams for public school student athletes who are unable to see their Primary Care Provider (PCP). An annual physical is required for students to participate in sports.

Get ready to show your school spirit! This year's Homecoming Spirit Week, running from Monday, January 12th through Friday, January 16th, is taking us on a fun trip through the decades. Participate each day by dressing up according to the daily theme, starting with 1960's Hippies and ending with a Y2K theme on Friday.

January 2026 Breakfast and Lunch Menus are now available. Click on the announcement title to view menus

The Dagger Dispatch is the official newsletter of Pāhoa High & Intermediate School, created by the students of the PHIS Newsletter Club along with contributions from the school community. This publication showcases the exciting events and activities happening at PHIS. Featured content includes updates on school events, student activities, highlights of various clubs, book reviews, and lifestyle tips.

To read current and past newsletters, simply click on the title of the announcement.

Mark your calendars for Winter Spirit Week running from December 15, 2025 through the December 19, 2025! Show your school spirit with these fun daily themes.

Aloha Pāhoa Families: You are invited to join us for our PHIS Winter Showcase 2025! It will be held in the cafeteria on Friday, December 12th, 2025. Doors open at 5:15pm. Performances begin at 6pm and continue until 7:30pm. Exhibits close at 8pm. This event will highlight the student work from our Fine Arts, World Languages, and Career Tech Education programs. Please join us to celebrate our students, their work, and the holiday season! See you on the second Friday of December!