Important Dates:
Monday, August 10th: 6th grade and new-to- WHEA school orientation.
Tuesday, August 11th: All students return to school.
Friday, August 21st: Statehood Day, No School
Project-Based & Hands-On Learning
West Hawaii Explorations Academy is a place for growing and learning... for exploring who you want to be, what you want to do, and how you want to impact the world around you.
MISSION & VISION
Our mission
To facilitate authentic learning through integrative, hands-on, self-selected projects related to real-world challenges.
Our vision
Students become productive and responsible practitioners of collaboration and stewardship, evolving into lifelong critical thinkers who are confident in their ability to solve complex, real-world problems.
A MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR
Welcome back to school!
WHEA welcomes families to a new school year, highlighting key improvements based on community feedback. These include increased staffing, enhanced teacher support, improved safety measures, better access to student progress, and a deeper integration of project-based learning. The school is committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for all students.
RECENT MEDIA HIGHLIGHTS
Our success story
Our stories, our impact
WHEA is committed to maintaining a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment free from all forms of sex-based discrimination, including sexual harassment, sexual violence, and retaliation. In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, we provide equitable opportunities for all students, employees, and community members to participate in our programs. We do not tolerate misconduct and are dedicated to promptly addressing all concerns with fairness, dignity, and respect.