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All the Things Schools Do for Us: The Many Dimensions of Learning Environments
A message from Hawai‘i Association of Independent Schools executive director Philip J. Bossert.
Teachers and Staff at Hawai‘i’s Private Schools Tell Us How Remote Learning Not Only Tested Their Abilities to Adapt, But Also Redefined Their Ideas of Community
Teachers and staff at Hawai‘i’s private schools tell us how remote learning not only tested their abilities to adapt, but also redefined their ideas of community.
Applying to Private School: A Timeline
Thinking about private school for your child? Finding the right school for your child and getting her or him enrolled can take at least a year. Here is a 12-month timeline to make sure you don’t miss a crucial deadline along the way.
Hawai‘i Association of Independent Schools Services for Parents
From open house listings to special programs and search tools that help you learn more about member schools, HAIS provides many helpful resources throughout the school year and beyond.
The Answers to Commonly Asked Questions About Financial Aid
Financial Aid FAQS.
What Are You Looking For in a Private School?
You and your child will want a clear idea of exactly what you’re looking for in a private school before you begin the search. Here are some general areas you might consider.
It’s Not Just Public or Private. These Categories Will Tell You More About a School’s Focus and Style of Learning
It’s not just public or private. These categories will tell you more about a school’s focus and style of learning.
2021 Hawai‘i Private School Guide Listing of Private Schools
With the large number and variety of private schools in Hawai‘i, you may find yourself asking, Just where do I start?
Hawai‘i’s Private Schools Offer a Variety of Settings, Experiences and Opportunities
From the mountains of the Big Island to Downtown Honolulu, Hawai‘i’s private schools offer a variety of settings, experiences and opportunities for more than 35,000 students.
Private School Basics
What Do Accreditation and Licensing Mean for Your Child?
More than seals and acronyms, accreditation and licensing status are important factors in choosing the right school.
5 Helpful Tips for Exploring Your Potential New Campus
Get a real sense of your child’s private-school options by digging deep into a campus visit.
What Does Accreditation Mean for Your Child?
More than seals and acronyms, accreditation is an important factor in choosing the right school.
Here’s How Hawai‘i Schools Are Encouraging Students to Follow Their Passions
Molding kids into well-rounded students no longer means just checking a list of activities. Educators are encouraging students to follow their passions for nature, volunteering, music and more, resulting in more meaningful and creative learning.
How Social-Emotional Learning Plays an Important Part in Local Schools
Grades matter, but schools today find that social-emotional skills are more important than ever.
How Hawai‘i’s Independent Schools are Evolving in the 21st Century
Educators say today’s constantly changing, technology-driven society requires different skills to survive college and beyond. Here’s how.
Early Education: How Schools Are Jumpstarting Childrens’ Learning, Even Before the First Grade
Here are what some of Hawai‘i’s independent schools are doing to jumpstart your child’s love of learning.
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