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‘Ono Eats 30 YEARS O F GIVING BACK SHARING ALOHA THROUGH FOOD. For Buzz’s Original Steak House, that’s always what it’s been about. And for the past three decades, it’s been Buzz’s promise to the community as well. Each year, Buzz’s legendary lunar calendars support local artists and help bring us closer to ending hunger in Hawai‘i. All proceeds from calendar sales are donated to the Hawai‘i Foodbank, which works with 200 partners across the Islands to distribute food to hungry families, seniors and keiki. To support the Hawai‘i Foodbank, purchase a 2023 lunar calendar at buzzsoriginalsteakhouse.com or visit hawaiifoodbank.org to make a donation.

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I can’t pick one favorite, but lately I’ve been making ceramics based on Studio Ghibli characters. My Totoro and No-Face jars have hidden teeth painted inside!

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22 Best of HONOLULU From matcha to mochi, neighborhood gym to pickleball equipment, here are the top food, fitness, fun, shopping, services and family-friendly picks to live your best life in Honolulu. by jasmine chagnon, martha cheng, robbie dingeman, stacey makiya, julie stanley, mari taketa, brie thalmann and katrina valcourt

57 Private School Guide This year we dive into how four private schools are equipping their students for a future that looks more unpredictable than ever. Plus, find tips for the application process, how to ace the interview, financial aid FAQs and a directory of private schools.

Find out who makes the best oldmeets-new mochi on page 24.

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10 Welcome to the Issue

A Summer of Discovery Adventuring beyond the neighborhood. by katrina valcourt

13 Calabash

14 Summer Picks 15 Blaisdell’s $44 million makeover 16 New plumeria tours on the

North Shore

17 Heirloom corn tortillas 18 From Our Files

113 ‘Ono

Explore some of Wahiawā’s most exciting small food and drink businesses. by kawehi haug

120 Afterthoughts

That’s the Spirit Uncovering the history of a mysterious bottle. by james charisma

BIG BLOOMS AT LITTLE FARMS

EAT YOUR WAY THROUGH WAHIAWĀ

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A Summer of Discovery Adventuring beyond the neighborhood.

after its grand opening, while the place is still largely under the radar. The spacious upstairs, perfect for coworking, is empty save for one other person tapping on her laptop around the corner from me. I hope that changes once you have this issue in your hands and read more about Bizia’s ecofriendly surfboards (page 42) and plans for the community (page 113). I can’t say I would’ve ever pictured myself typing away in a surf shop, guzzling local kombucha, but that’s what makes working for HONOLULU exciting—I get to discover new things constantly. Though I live in East Honolulu, this is my second time in Wahiawā this month, a place I normally only venture to once a year or so. After reading Kawehi Haug’s delightful itinerary for this issue’s ‘Ono section, I had to try it myself and say hi to some of the small-business owners One of my new bottles of shrub, also known as worth traveling across the island for. I got drinking vinegar, from Hawaiian Vinegar Co. to talk to people who are making drinking vinegars; fried rice with house-made chorizo (the perfect hangover cure) and churro French toast; mead from local honey. With so many great spots all within a pretty tight radius, making an adventure day of it is absolutely And if you’re searching for more to do, the way to go. honolulumagazine.com will have a summer And I hope we all enjoy a long summer full of adventure days. bucket list of all the best events and activities If you need inspiration, start with the 200 winners and finalists going on, whether you’re planning a date night, on our Best of HONOLULU list (page 22). Hit the West Side for family-friendly outing or looking for cultural a massage at Ko Olina Wellness Spa or a staycation at the Four immersion opportunities. Hope to see you out Seasons or Aulani. In Kaimukī, check out Daily Whisk Matcha, there! The Public Pet, Chubbies and more. ‘Aiea’s got Anna Miller’s and Da Seafood Cartel. Along the North Shore, you can go camping, rent watersports gear, golf or go on a ranch tour. We even have a winner in Kunia (I highly recommend the rum tour).

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’M WRITING THIS FROM BIZIA SURF AND COFFEE SHOP just a few weeks

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P E O P L E P L A C E S

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C U L T U R E

Priceless

➸ IN THE ISLANDS, WE KNOW EDITH KANAKA‘OLE THROUGH HER LEGACY of hula, education and culture. Now, millions of people across the country are learning about her through the coins in their pockets. That’s because the influential kumu hula is spotlighted in a special edition of U.S. quarters, one of five extraordinary women honored this year. The quarter shows her face, long hair and lei po‘o streaming onto Maunakea and the rest of Hawai‘i Island. The design includes the phrase E hō mai ka ‘ike (grant us wisdom) from a chant she composed that reflects on how hula and chant intertwine with preservation of the culture. Continued on page 15. HONOLULUMAGAZINE.COM July/August 2023 13

calabash | THINGS TO DO

This year’s Duke’s OceanFest will be held Aug. 18–27 at Waikīkī Beach.

Summer Picks

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Listen to the symphony under the stars, support local entrepreneurs and watch the stage rendition of a classic Disney movie.

CONCERT

Hawai‘i Symphony Orchestra Starlight Festival July 15 & 22 and Aug. 5 & 12 / 7:30–9:30 p.m. Waikīkī Shell / $15–$75

BY J U L I E S TA N L E Y

Join the symphony under the stars for this four-part concert series. With a different theme for every performance, the players combine classical music with rock, opera and even dance. myhso.org, @hawaiisymphonyorchestra

CONCERT

Kimié Miner “1985+Reborn” July 21–22 / 6:30 and 9 p.m. Blue Note Hawai‘i / $38–$48

THEATER

Beauty and the Beast

Celebrate this Nā Hōkū award-winning singer-songwriter at her annual birthday weekend concert series. A portion of the proceeds go to Miner’s mentorship program, which seeks to empower Hawai‘i’s youth through artistic expression. Featuring her own hit songs, favorite covers and multiple guest singers, this is sure to be a birthday concert to remember. bluenotehawaii.com, @playkimie

COMEDY

Iliza Shlesinger July 28 / 7 p.m. Hawai‘i Theatre / $39.50–$159.50 After winning NBC’s Last Comic Standing competition in 2008, Shlesinger went on to release five comedy specials on Netflix and host multiple TV series and game shows. With a devoted fan base, Shlesinger’s relatable comedy delivers laughs to not only “elder millennials”—her own coined term— but all generations. hawaiitheatre.com, @ilizas

Watch this beloved Disney movie come to life. This stage musical adaptation has all your favorite songs from the original movie, plus others you may not have heard before. diamondheadtheatre.com, @diamondheadtheatre COMEDY

Maz Jobrani July 28–29 / 6:30 and 9 p.m. Blue Note Hawai‘i / $30–$40 With six comedy specials under his belt, this Iranian American comedian and actor is known not only for his wit but also his social and political commentary and amplification of Middle Eastern voices. bluenotehawaii.com, @mazjobrani FILM

FESTIVAL

Made In Hawai‘i Festival Aug. 18–20 / Friday 10 a.m.–8 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.–8 p.m., Sunday 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Hawai‘i Convention Center / $8 Peruse the aisles of the convention center where hundreds of local vendors gather to showcase their locally made products. More than half of each product must be manufactured and assembled within the state, so you know you’re supporting local with each purchase. This festival boasts live entertainment, food tastings and even fashion shows. madeinhawaiifestival.com, @madeinhi

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Too Much Life Aug. 19 / 7 p.m. Hawai‘i Theatre / $45–$125 Come see the world premiere of this film about teenagers on Kaua‘i navigating adolescence in an online world. All proceeds will be donated to the nonprofit Kaua‘i Film Academy, a platform for young local talent. hawaiitheatre.com, @toomuchlifefilm ➸ Looking to get the word out about your upcoming event or activity? Email info@honolulumagazine.com.

photos: kenna reed/courtesy of kimié miner, courtesy of jen rosenstein, anthony consillio/courtesy of made in hawai‘i festival; opposite page: courtesy of city and county of honolulu, edith kanaka‘ole foundation

July 21–Aug. 6 / Thursdays– Saturdays 7:30 p.m., Sundays 4 p.m. Diamond Head Theatre / $27–$52

calabash | CITY LIFE

The Blaisdell Center was called the Honolulu International Center when it opened in 1964.

The $44 Million Fix-Up Find out what’s closing when for the Blaisdell Center refresh. BY ROBBIE DINGEMAN

H I N K O F T H E $ 4 3 .6 M I L L I O N

renovation of the 59-year-old Blaisdell Center like knee replacement surgery for the aging entertainment complex: The work isn’t very visible, glamorous or particularly expensive, but when it’s done everything should function better than it does now. That’s because most of the projects address health, safety and deferred maintenance with behind-the-scenes work to modernize the center’s internal support systems, says Ian Scheuring, the city’s deputy communications director. This is not the $772 million overhaul of the Blaisdell campus that former Mayor Kirk Caldwell proposed that was scrapped in 2020 amid mounting problems with the city’s rail project. A variety of construction and infrastructure improvement projects to the Blaisdell’s arena, concert hall, exhibition hall and meeting rooms will require temporary closures of portions of the Blaisdell campus through June 2024. “It’s not about bringing the arena into the future; it’s about bringing the arena and that facility into the present,” Scheuring says. That in-

cludes more and improved restrooms at the arena, new rigging and better accessibility. The exhibition hall and administrative building, including the galleria and box office, were renovated in 1992. Over the decades, the complex has hosted thousands of events: Broadway shows, concerts, sports tournaments, graduations, trade shows and more. One of the most famous was the Elvis Presley “Aloha from Hawai‘i” satellite-live concert that was beamed worldwide to more than 1.5 billion people in January 1973. Even though Elvis has left the building, the city says much of the technology from his time remains. And Scheuring says the arena just wasn’t built to handle the electrical load for massive screens, LED projectors and many other modern entertainment enhancements. The arena is expected to be closed through November, and the exhibition hall until August. Hawai‘i Suites meeting rooms will be renovated through October, and concert hall closures are scheduled until June 2024. Some events have been moved to still-open portions of the Blaisdell Center, while others relocated to the Tom Moffatt Waikīkī Shell.

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Each year, the iconic Merrie Monarch Festival is held in the Hilo stadium named for Kanaka‘ole, who was widely respected for her work to preserve and share Native Hawaiian knowledge through hula, musical composition and education.   A foundation continues her work. Granddaughter Huihui Kanahele-Mossman, who serves as the Edith Kanaka‘ole Foundation’s executive director, sees the quarter as carrying Kanaka‘ole’s message across oceans and generations “to ensure that her life passions—traditional hula, mele and oli, ‘ōlelo Hawai‘i, and teaching—continue into the next millennium.”   She’s also pleased that the coin calls attention to her grandmother’s deep commitment to the environment and safeguarding of natural resources that she and her 12 brothers and sisters relied on growing up. As of May 5, the U.S. Mint had shipped 336 million of the quarters to the Federal Reserve. Local banks received an allotment and were selling them to customers by the $10 roll as well as putting them in general circulation so they turn up in our change. The U.S. Mint sells them through the mail at higher prices. We asked Kanahele-Mossman what her grandmother would say about all this. “I think she would be very appreciative and honored and at the same time tell us to get back to work and pay attention.” For more information, go to edithkanakaolefoundation.org or usmint.gov. —Robbie Dingeman

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The official names of the plumeria cultivars are preceded by Jim Little’s initials.

calabash | THINGS TO DO

Big Blooms at Little Farms Little Plumeria Farms opens to the public for the first time with guided tours through Oct. 31. BY M E G H A N T H I B A U LT

Little is picking flowers, gently passing each delicate bloom to me and sharing its story. His enthusiasm for this family-run business, on a 20-acre parcel of agricultural land in Hale‘iwa, is infectious. For decades, the place has been lovingly tended to by his father, Jim Little, who has been propagating plumeria trees and developing new cultivars through selective breeding. His hard, passionate work has resulted in more than 100 named varieties of hybridized plumeria and dozens of unnamed ones, which he says makes this the largest plumeria collection in the world. To mark its 50th anniversary, the property is now open to the public for the first time with guided group tours running through Oct. 31, while the flowers are in full bloom. We visited Little Plumeria Farms earlier this summer, before the grand opening. When we arrive, Clark Little is brandishing a chainsaw, cutting back tree branches with his son, Dane Little, to clear a path for visitors among the many rows of plumeria trees. There’s a seeding shed, tiny plants in pots and, of course, rows of gorgeous

plumeria trees planted more than 20 years ago. Clark takes a break to give us a spin around the property in a muddy golf cart, providing a glimpse of the tours. He stops often to pluck flowers for me and tells me their names: Goldilocks, Gardenia, Hawaiian Coral, Hawaiian Rose. Each named cultivar has a unique nomenclature that often references its appearance. “This is one of my dad’s rarest plumerias, called Doric, named after my mom, and this one is called Metallica, which is one of the craziest cultivars that we have. It’s got purple and silver and smells a bit like grape,” he says. “This guy is called Ruffles because it’s just so fluffy. This one makes a beautiful lei and the fragrance is really, really good. Can you imagine it as a lei?” he asks. Jim Little, now 85, is “jazzed” by all the buzz and activity in this place. Still spry, he zips off in the muddy golf cart we’d just been using, grinning ear to ear, to attend to some chores. Says Clark Little: “I’m putting all my energy into this now. How blessed can you be to be running a business with three generations of your family?”

JL Metallica

JL Hawaiian Rose

littleplumeriafarms.com, @littleplumeriafarms JL Hawaiian Fire

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Guided group tours are held on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 9:15 and 11 a.m., $45 per person, $25 for children 13 and under. Kama‘āina get 20% off. Visitors will be met at a nearby mac nut farm; from there, they’ll be transported in a small tour bus to this stunning and private hilltop site. We recommend wearing a hat, covered shoes and sunscreen; bring along a basket to hold the flowers you pick.

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ENOWNED SHOREB R E A K WAV E P H O T O G R A P H E R Clark

About 70% of Raíz tortillas go to restaurants, the rest to home cooks.

calabash | FOOD

Corn Star Raíz Tortillas brings a rainbow of heirloom corn rounds to Hawai‘i plates. BY ROBBIE DINGEMAN

H E H E AT C L I M B S in the 375-square-foot factory in Kalihi where Raíz tortillas are born. Here, Ramón Germán cooks, steeps, grinds, then mixes dough that he coaxes from heirloom corn, before finally pressing the tortillas. “I love it here. This is my second home,” he says. “I’m all about the kitchen life.” Each package of 10 tortillas lists just three ingredients: corn, water and lime. But nothing about the process is simple. Germán swirls and blends, sniffing the air at each step. Each day, he records temperatures, comments and discoveries in a handwritten diary. Sometimes the masa develops a quality that’s different from the day before. He writes that down, too. The tortillas, reflecting different varietals of corn, are a rainbow of stone-ground rounds. “Each corn has its flavor—the nuttiness of the red, the earthiness of the blue, the sweetness of the yellow,” Germán says. “My goal is to showcase those flavors.” Though he works solo in the early morning when the air is cooler, his family is always with him. Photographs of his late grandfathers—both corn farmers in Mexico—are on a shelf, next to a jar of heirloom corn safeguarded by his mother. And he feels them watching. In another photo, smiles dance from the eyes of Germán’s two young daughters. Since 2019, when he worked in a company called Masa, grinding corn then selling hand-pressed tortillas at farmers markets, Germán has doubled down. This past February, he opened Raíz Tortillas (raíz translates loosely to roots in Spanish) as a family business with his wife, Kim. She works full time in public relations at the Four Seasons Resort O‘ahu at Ko Olina, where he was a chef. Now, production averages 6,000 to 8,000 tortillas each week. Though he started the tortilleria with heirloom corn shipped from California through

Ramón Germán holds a batch of red corn grown in Waimānalo—a new type that he has been experimenting with.

Feeding the mill: Raw blue corn and the final product

Mexican suppliers, he’s also working with local farmers in Waimānalo to create a Hawai‘i corn tortilla unique to the Islands, but crafted with the wisdom passed down through his family and nurtured by his own process. Hecho con aloha, his packages of tortillas say. Made with aloha. raiztortillas.com, @raiztortillas

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On July 7, 1898, Hawai‘i was annexed by the United States despite petitions against it.

July HONOLULU Magazine emerged from Paradise of the Pacific, a publication commissioned by King Kalākaua that began in 1888, making it the oldest continuously published magazine west of the Mississippi. Each month we take advantage of its enviable archive with a nostalgic dive into the past. For this issue, we flipped back 65 years to see what the city was buzzing about in July 1958. BY J U L I E S TA N L E Y

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PROFILE IN PARADISE covers Fritz Herman, Kodak Hawai‘i Ltd.’s vice president who was also involved with the Honolulu Chamber of Commerce, Rotary Club and many other organizations. But it wasn’t Herman’s prowess as a businessman or community leader that gained him this feature— it was his his support for Hawaiian culture as the founder of the Kodak Hawai‘i Hula Show. The free hula show ran from 1937 to 2002, only halting during the height of World War II. It began as a weekly performance at Kapi‘olani Beach Park near the Waikīkī Natatorium War Memorial and by the end of its run was held four times a week at the Waikīkī Shell. Herman established the show to provide tourists with a daytime opportunity to photograph hula and showcase Hawai‘i’s natural beauty. There was a small photo service booth set up at the performances, which offered film supplies and assistance to photographers of all levels. According to the 1958 article, each performance resulted in the exposure of approximately 200 rolls of color film, 100 rolls of black and white, and 25,000 feet of color movie film. Kodak ended its sponsorship of the show in 1999, but performances continued for three more years under the Hogan Family Foundation.

Beach Boys of Waikīkī This month’s cover features a photo of a Waikīkī beach boy leaning against an outrigger canoe. A corresponding picture inside captures a bustling Waikīkī Beach with the Royal Hawaiian Hotel in the background. A description of the beach boys reads, “He’ll assist you in finding a comfortable spot on the beach; he’ll bring you a beach chair, suntan lotion, and an umbrella; he’ll arrange canoe rides for you, carry your surf board, teach you how to swim and surf, and he’ll even rescue you, if necessary.”

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135 Years of Covers PARADISE OF THE PACIFIC WAS BORN IN JANUARY 1888, with the blessing of King Kalākaua. Though our name changed in 1966 to HONOLULU Magazine, the magazine has been in continuous publication for more than 135 years. HONOLULU is one of the oldest magazines in the United States and has featured some of Hawai‘i’s most m iconic figures on the covers, from Duke Kahanamoku to Eddie Aikau. Order some of the most compelling covers in a variety of poster sizes online at shop.honolulumagazine.com

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O LULU From matcha to mochi, neighborhood gym to pickleball equipment, we pulled together the top food, fitness, fun, shopping, services and familyfriendly picks to live your best life in Honolulu.

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Food & Drink BEST OLDMEETS-NEW MOCHI There are many contenders for a mochi award but Fujiya Hawai‘i stands out. Simply put, its mochi is a joy to eat. The local business has been pounding out rice cakes for 70 years, and what sets it apart is its selection. From tender, pillowy daifukus filled with sweet azuki beans, peanut butter and fresh strawberries—made in-shop by sweeterthan-the-mochi obachans—to a variety of exciting chichi dangos (ramune, ume, liliko‘i, green apple) and seasonal specials that include yuzu, pistachio and banana cream pie flavors, there’s something for every generation. And when refrigerated for three or four days, the mochi’s soft, gentle texture holds up.—SM 930 Hau‘oli St., (808) 845-2921, fujiyahawaii.com, @fujiyahawaii

Best Vegan Doughnuts

Best Variety of Matcha Drinks

Twenty minutes before closing on a Sunday, Little Vessels Donut Co. sells out its last doughnut—a Frosty & Fries, glazed with dark chocolate and studded with crispy potato sticks. Like all of Sachi Maclachlan’s doughnuts, it’s square (the only cutter shape left the day she went shopping), yeasted and vegan. Biting in is like chomping a sweet, bouncy cloud. Which is why rotating flavors like pomegranate pistachio, Thai tea with boba, everything but the bagel and more tend to sell out, and why you need to get to Little Vessels’ weekend doughnut store in Kaimukī early if you want to score one.—MT

“Once you try it, you’re hooked.” That’s the tea on the street from people who visit Daily Whisk Matcha. The charming patio counter, attached to fashion house Ten Tomorrow, offers ceremonial-grade matcha in a variety of ways. “We source our organic matcha directly from two main areas in Japan: Uji and Kagoshima,” says owner Summer Shiigi. “It’s a powder that gets whisked in, so you’re consuming the whole leaf and all its nutrients.” Daily Whisk Matcha’s beverages are a touch sweet, slightly earthy and super smooth. The matcha liliko‘i soda, infused with house-made liliko‘i syrup, is a refreshing citrusy seltzer. The Matcha-cano, like an Americano, is a top seller. The Hapa Matcha combines matcha and hojicha (roasted leaves that give a nutty and caramel-like flavor). All drinks (except the soda) can be made hot or chilled. —SM

The Ninth Avenue side of Wai‘alae Avenue behind Mud Hen Water, littlevesselsco.com, @littlevesselsco

1114 11th Ave., (808) 490-3436, dailywhiskmatcha.com, @dailywhiskmatcha

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Best Sisig from a Food Trailer Big flavors come out of Richard Soliven’s tiny food trailer, drawing lunchtime lines at SW8 Dada’s Sizzling Sisig. The menu of three dishes—pork sisig, chicken sisig and beef pares—offers a moment of clarity in a complicated world: It’s the pork sisig you want, crispy, juicy fried pork belly that’s seasoned, mixed with red onion and bell pepper and finished with mayo and a spritz of lemon. Bring cash and plan on takeout, as there’s nowhere to sit. And mark your calendar for Aug. 1, when Dada’s Sizzling Sisig reopens after Soliven’s long vacation in the Philippines. —MT 94-333 Waipahu Depot St., Waipahu, (808) 387-9554, sw8-dadas-sizzling-sisig.business.site, @sw8_dadas_sisig

Best Kū lolo Kūlolo sounds so simple: a mix of taro, coconut milk and sugar cooked in tī leaves. It tastes like kalo, comfort and small-kid celebrations. We blind taste-tested six, and the favorite came from one of the state’s oldest commercial kūlolo factories: Kaua‘i’s Kapa‘a Poi Factory. This family business started in 1956, making poi, kūlolo, tofu and aburaage before focusing solely on kūlolo. Third-generation owners Susan and Rankin Pang credit Kaua‘i’s taro and hard work. “We just put our heart into it,” Susan says, along with 59,000 pounds of taro each year. Son Korey will become the fourth generation to lead the business. On O‘ahu, the kūlolo is available at Young’s Fish Market, Haili’s Hawaiian Food and Foodland. —RD (808) 651-8255, kapaapoifactory.com, @kapaapoifactory

BEST GIFT FOR AN OFFICE WITH A FREEZER Sage Creamery’s ’s luscious frozen pints make a perfect gift for friends with room in the freezer. For those in the office it’s a special treat to chase away midafternoon slumps. Husband-and-wife team Zach and Courtney Villanueva run the business inspired by Zach’s late brother Daniel. And you can taste that love. The small-batch company whips up whimsical flavors of ice cream and sorbet that change throughout the year, including milk and cereal, lemon crunch, haulolo. They showcase local ingredients and businesses: ChadLou’s coffee, Mānoa Honey, and Lā‘ie Vanilla in “one of the best vanilla bean ice creams you can get,” Courtney says. By the time you read this, they hope to have opened a shop at Ho‘opili plus distribution points across O‘ahu. —RD sagecreamery.com, @sagecreamery

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BEST LUXURY CHOCOLATES MADE IN HAWAI‘I “Koho bonbons are more than just eye candy,” says our own Mari Taketa, HONOLULU’s dining editor. And I happen to agree. It’s hard to resist the Island-inspired flavors that include coconut, guava, Hawaiian sea salt, Kona coffee, liliko‘i, plus mango-ginger caramels and macadamia praline. It’s even sweeter knowing Koho Chocolates—the latest brand from Hawaiian Host Group—uses cacao grown on the North Shore of O‘ahu, macadamia nuts from Hawai‘i Island, and other locally sourced ingredients whenever possible. Plus, let’s be honest, when you’re looking for that perfect gift or omiyage, it has to be beautifully packaged—and the luxe label is the perfect balance of artsy and elegant. —JC 2335 Kalākaua Ave., kohochocolates.com, @kohochocolates

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Best Dive Bar 8 Fat Fat 8 Bar & Grille is one of Honolulu’s quintessential dive bars, moody and homey with booths patched up with painters tape, and darts and karaoke (Bernadette Hernandez, Bruno Mars’ mom, would encourage people to sing when she worked here). It’s the low-key vibe that draws regulars and new faces, and of course, the non-negotiable of Honolulu’s local bars, excellent food. Here it’s a blend of local and local Chinese favorites, including the famous Fat Fat Chicken; cake noodles; stir-fried lettuce; and escargot, the latter having been on the menu since owner Mary Ann Yeung’s father opened the bar in 1986.—MC 1327 S. Beretania St., (808) 596-2779, 8fatfat8hawaii.com, @eightfat

Best Club Sandwich I don’t know what started my yearlong search for a proper club sandwich—turkey and ham and three slices of white bread, cut into triangles, pinned together with cocktail toothpicks—but once I began looking, I was met with disappointment at every turn. Most “club” sandwiches are just chicken or turkey sandwiches with bacon on some obnoxiously fluffy bread like focaccia; it’s like ordering a BLT and getting a pork chop on rice. And then, perfection where I least expected it: Anna Miller’s, where the club sandwich, or club house, nails all the details. And in such a simple sandwich, the details are all that matter.—MC 98-115 Ka‘ōnohi St., ‘Aiea, (808) 487-2421, annamillersrestaurant.com, @annamillershawaii

Fruits abound at Fancy Fresh Food Shop, Jessica Li’s hole in the wall at the corner of Beretania and Pensacola streets: dragon fruit and liliko‘i spilling from boxes, watermelons perched on shelves, cut mango and pineapple lining the cold cases. Best-selling smoothies like the Mango Strawberry Kumquat, Papaya Mango Milk and Power Green, our favorite (double ginger, please), keep the blenders whirring seven days a week and helped fuel a planned expansion to ‘Ohana Hale’s new location in Waikīkī. Whichever you get, it’s a deal at $10 for 32 ounces—only $7 on subsequent visits if you purchase the Mason jar and bring it back for refills. —MT Multiple locations, @fancyfreshfoodshop

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Wine made with minimal human intervention is gaining in popularity across Honolulu. Of the several places to buy it, all good, our pick is a Kaimukī coffee hub that turns into a natural wine bar on weekend afternoons. At Kaimukī Storeroom at The Curb, you can buy a bottle of natural wine, the selection— much of it from small family farms and unavailable elsewhere locally—rotates frequently, and if we’re being totally honest, it’s really hard to leave without picking up one of The Curb’s outstanding chocolate chip cookies. —MT 3408 Wai‘alae Ave., Suite 103, kaimuki.wine, @kaimukistoreroom

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Because pretty much anyone from here can name their favorite dish (Bruno Mars: Korean chicken, Barack Obama: Zip Min). Because this 57-year-old chain is just about everywhere in Honolulu, with 20 stores on O‘ahu alone, plus one each on Maui and Hawai‘i Island (and soon, Las Vegas). Because it’s a regular hangout for church groups and politicians, high schoolers and senior citizens. And because the famous chili and Zip Pacs are part of our soul: Could there be any other choice but Zippy’s? —MT Multiple locations, zippys.com, @zippys

Best Sunset Menu Lean into aperitivo hour at Mariposa. You’ll find a spritz spiked with sake and some of chef Lance Kosaka’s greatest hits: trout roe-topped arancini on a tsukemono mayo; and fried garlic chicken sandwiches, a carb-on-carb plate lunch in hand-held form, the crispy chicken smothered with furikake mac salad and between a soft roll. The menu is offered Wednesday through Saturday, late afternoon until sunset—and the open-air dining room is the perfect place to watch the sun go down. Beyond pūpū, you’ll also find more substantial plates, from a shoyu-sake glazed steak to Kosaka’s luxe version of a salmon ochazuke. —MC

BEST CEVICHE TOSTADA Seek out Da Seafood Cartel’s tostadas, from Da OG, built on a base of fried crisp corn tortillas spread with a blue crab mayo and topped with Sonoran-style ceviche, to La Torre, arriving as a towering stack of ceviche, cooked and raw shrimp, octopus, fresh mahi and scallops. While you’ll find Da Seafood Cartel at the Kaka‘ako and Kailua farmers markets, head to its brick-andmortar inside a former gas station in ‘Aiea to take advantage of the full tostada menu, plus heaping seafood cocktails in giant glasses, a bracing aguachile of raw shrimp swimming in chiles and lime juice, and tacos in cheese-crusted corn tortillas. Plus, you can bring your own beers to pair with Da Seafood Cartel’s michelada mix, which includes Clamato—as in, you can eat your seafood and drink it, too.—MC 98-380 Kamehameha Highway, ‘Aiea, (808) 762-0044, daseafoodcartel.com, @daseafoodcartel

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During the summer, you never know what the day will bring in mangoes at Kōkua Market. Perhaps custardy, floral pirie; firm and almost shockingly sweet shibata; “Wong” mangoes that are somehow reminiscent of almond floats. Kōkua Market is our favorite place to hunt for mango varieties. During peak season, it will often have more varieties than even some Chinatown stalls. But because Kōkua works with extremely small producers, quantities can be limited, making each find all the more precious. Despite that, mango prices, especially for members of Kōkua, are some of the lowest on the island. Mango season encapsulates what we love about Honolulu’s only natural foods co-op. —MC 2643 S. King St., (808) 941-1922, kokuamarket.com, @kokuamarkethawaii

BEST AÇAÍ BOWL

WINNER: NALU HEALTH BAR & CAFÉ Multiple locations, naluhealthbar.com, @naluhealthbar

FINALIST: LANIKAI JUICE

Multiple locations, lanikaijuice.com, @lanikaijuice

BEST BAKERY

Multiple locations, (808) 843-2739, mauibrewingco.com, @mauibrewingco

(808) 968-6228, bigislandcoffeeroasters.com, @bigislandcoffeeroasters

Multiple locations, brugbakery.com, @brugbakery

BEST BOBA TEA WINNER: IT’S TEA

435 Kamake‘e St., (808) 469-9159, itstea.business.site, @itsteahawaii

FINALIST: HANA TEA

Multiple locations, (808) 376-8139, hanatea808.com, @hanatea808

BEST BOTTLE SHOP

WINNER: TAMURA’S FINE WINE & LIQUORS Multiple locations, (808) 622-4117, tamurasfinewine.com, @tamurasfinewine

FINALIST: VILLAGE BOTTLE SHOP & TASTING ROOM 675 Auahi St., #121, (808) 369-0688, villagebeerhawaii.com, @villagebeer

BEST BURGER

WINNER: CHUBBIES BURGERS

1145C 12th Ave., (808) 291-7867, chubbiesburgers.com, @chubbieshawaii

FINALIST: TEDDY’S BIGGER BURGERS

Multiple locations, teddysbb.com, @teddysburgers

BEST DIVE BAR

FINALIST: LA MARIANA SAILING CLUB

50 Sand Island Access Road, (808) 848-2800

BEST FAST CASUAL RESTAURANT

WINNER: JOJA HAWAI‘I

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FINALIST: MAUI BREWING CO.

FINALIST: BRUG BAKERY

BEST FOOD TRUCK

1108 Auahi St., #150, (808) 517-3229, hannodaidokoro.com, @hannodaidokoro

328 Cooke St., (808) 589-2337, honolulubeerworks.com, @honolulubeer

BEST LOCAL COFFEE COMPANY

Multiple locations, lilihabakery.com, @lilihabakery

500 Ala Moana Blvd., #6F, (808) 888-0509, islandsausage.com, @island.sausage

Easy parking, wide tables, quick and attentive service: Lunch at Han no Daidokoro ticks all the boxes, but there’s more. The pricey Korean barbecue micro chain from Tokyo has lunchtime sets of American washugyu beef tongue and shoulder cuts for $29 and $32, both served raw for you to grill at will. The tabletop grills are smokeless, so there’ll be no “I know what you had for lunch” comments at the office. And while the meal is filling with rice, salad, miso soup, fresh kim chee and a side dish, you can always add on a piece of Miyazaki beef nigiri for dessert. —MT

WINNER: HONOLULU BEERWORKS

WINNER: LILIHA BAKERY

FINALIST: ISLAND SAUSAGE

Best Affordable Business Lunch Set

BEST LOCAL BEER

Kaka‘ako Farmers Market, 919 Ala Moana Blvd., (808) 369-6985, jojahawaii.com, @joja.hawaii

FINALIST: ANGEL’S ASIAN CUISINE (808) 518-0166, streetfoodfinder.com/ angelsasiancuisine

BEST FRIED CHICKEN WINNER: ISLAND SAUSAGE

500 Ala Moana Blvd., #6F, (808) 888-0509, islandsausage.com, @island.sausage

FINALIST: POPEYES

Multiple locations, popeyeshawaii.com, @popeyeshawaii

BEST GROCERY STORE WINNER: FOODLAND

Multiple locations, foodland.com, @foodlandhi

FINALIST: TIMES SUPERMARKET

Multiple locations, timessupermarkets.com, @timessupermarkets

WINNER: BIG ISLAND COFFEE ROASTERS FINALIST: LION COFFEE

1555 Kalani St., (808) 843-4294, lioncoffee.com, @lioncoffeehi

BEST LOCAL COFFEE SHOP WINNER: EGGHEAD CAFÉ

1210 Dillingham Blvd., #8, (808) 888-2211, eggheadhonolulu.com, @egghead_cafe

FINALIST: THE CURB KAIMUKĪ

3408 Wai‘alae Ave., Suite 103, (808) 367-0757, thecurbkaimuki.com, @thecurbkaimuki

BEST LOCAL SNACK COMPANY WINNER: WHOLESALE UNLIMITED INC. Multiple locations, wholesaleunlimitedhi.com, @wholesaleunlimitedhi

FINALIST: LIN’S HAWAIIAN SNACKS

401 Kamake‘e St., (808) 597-8899, linsmarkethawaii.com, @linshawaiiansnacks

BEST LOCAL SPIRIT WINNER: KŌ HANA HAWAIIAN AGRICOLE RUM

92-1770 Kunia Road, #227, Kunia Camp, (808) 649-0830, kohanarum.com, @kohanarum

FINALIST: KŌLOA RUM

3-2087 Kaumuali‘i Highway, Līhu‘e, (808) 246-8900, koloarum.com, @koloarum

BEST MUSUBI

WINNER: 7-ELEVEN HAWAI‘I

Multiple locations, 7elevenhawaii.com, @7elevenhi

FINALIST: MUSUBI CAFÉ IYASUME Multiple locations, iyasumehawaii.com, @musubi_cafe_iyasume

BEST PLACE TO BUY POKE WINNER: FOODLAND

Multiple locations, foodland.com, @foodlandhi

FINALIST: PARADISE POKE HAWAI‘I

1613 Nu‘uanu Ave., (808) 260-4580, paradisepokenuuanu.com, @paradisepokehi

BEST PLATE LUNCH

WINNER: RAINBOW DRIVE-IN

Multiple locations, rainbowdrivein.com, @rainbowdrivein

FINALIST: ISLAND SAUSAGE

500 Ala Moana Blvd., #6F, (808) 888-0509, islandsausage.com, @island.sausage

BEST SANDWICH SHOP WINNER: EARL HAWAI‘I

Multiple locations, earlhawaii.com, @earlhawaii

FINALIST: SPROUT SANDWICH SHOP

1154 Koko Head Ave., sproutsandwichshop.com, @sproutwich

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Sometimes a relaxing sidewalk stroll leads to a “What shop is this?” moment. It’s the best when it’s locally owned, oozes charm with its décor and sells uniquely cool products. Hello, Ami Mei. This tea-focused boutique in Kaimukī will warm your spirit with its tempting variety of loose leaf and bagged teas, from popular local and national labels, wellness and apothecary goods, kitchen essentials (stylish tea infusers and aprons), better-living books and a few kid playthings, influenced by owner Brittnee Lau’s adorable mini. The shop also has a tea bar, where you can create your own magical mixer, and a pump thermos carrying the special-tea of the day. If you need help finding the perfect blend for your cuppa, Lau is a good-toknow guru on the hot topic.—SM 1135 12th Ave., shopamimei.com, @shopami.mei

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BEST BRIDALWEAR Ever since De la Rosa launched in 2018, we’ve been quite taken with its effortless approach to glamour. The O‘ahu-based line was born out of designer Rachel Flemister’s desire to offer a more casual approach to bridalwear. Custom-made by hand, her gorgeous pieces somehow manage to feel both modern and timeless all at once. Think slip dresses cut from luscious silk-satin that flows over your figure like water, dipped-back gowns and sheer silk-organza coverups that convey romance with every fluted sleeve and bow.—BT delarosahawaii.com, @delarosa_bride

As if being a highly coveted photo editor wasn’t enough, in 2019 O‘ahu-based creative Samantha Hook dove headfirst into an entirely new artistic medium—leatherwork— with the creation of her handbag brand, Tidal Theory. What started off as a single bucket-style tote that Hook crafted for her own closet has since transformed into a robust line replete with gorgeously saturated hues and striking silhouettes. Her designs often draw inspiration from music, photography, nature and the magic of the sea. “I dream up ideas near or on the ocean,” she says. And in the same way that no two waves are exactly alike, each piece, individually made by hand with rich Italian leathers and solid brass hardware, feels special and unique.—BT tidaltheory.com, @tidal_theory

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Best Furniture Store With six showrooms statewide, including three on O‘ahu alone, that offer practically every category of furniture and home décor imaginable, it’s no wonder readers consistently turn to HomeWorld for their furnishing needs. The locally owned company stocks popular brands such as Natuzzi, Stressless and La-ZBoy, and even boasts a furniture customization program. Plus, it has an extensive website that shows pieces fully styled that you can browse from the comfort of your soon-to-be-refreshed home. —BT Multiple locations, homeworld.com, @homeworldfurniture

HNLDesigns wallpapers are eclectic, eccentric and exciting. True, it might be overwhelming to have one of these designs across a whole room, but an accent wall of puakenikeni strands dancing on palaka, golden cranes frolicking on palm fronds, or fanciful proteas playing in the night wake up a humdrum home. Owner and artist Lora Gallagher is heavily inspired by Hawaiian culture, its history and its people. The last time we counted, there were about 50 unique patterns to select from on its website. Honestly, there’s something for every personality, even modest wallflowers. —SM hnldesigns.com, @hnldesign

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But how? of goal, possibly in a short-term savings or be “swept” into your brokerage account and expenses in cash, or at least in a highly liquid BY EDWARD JONES withdrawal rate should be based on several facwith money kept in a liquid account, you may • ;Ŋ1Ѵ ||;u o u rou|=oѴboĺ b= o |ooh - v u ; o= • the uo|;1| o uv;Ѵ= =uol 7-m];uvĺ = o Ѵooh -uo m7 FINANCIAL FOCUS GarethTsutakawa-Chinn Kaneshiro Grant Kurosawa Justin McClain Shannon Nishio J Tsutakawa-Chinn Kaka’ako Manoa Kaka’ako Manoa tors, including your age at retirement, the size until be able to “ride out”ou ; -lrѴ;ķ b= vol;|_bm] ;u; |o these costs without jeopblruo ; o u 7b ;uvb=b1-|bomĺ )_bѴ; 7b ;uvb=b1-|bom held there until you’re ready to invest them. account, held separately from your regular blruo ; o u 7b ;uvb=b1-|bomĺ )_bѴ; 7b ;uvb=b1-|bom Ѵo ;7 om;vĵ ou ; -lrѴ;ķ b= vol;|_ Ѵo ;7 om;vĵ comfortable retirement? o u _ol;ķ o Ѵ7 o =bm7 7 rѴb1-|;v ou ; ;m investment vehicle that might pay somew investment vehicle that might pay somewhat o u ]-u-];ķ v_;7 ou o|_;u v|ou-]; -u;-ķ o l- held there you’re ready to invest them. account, held separately from your regular R Aiea Kapahulu Kaimuki Kaimuki 808-532-6155 Honolulu 808-988-9225 Kapahulu 808-532-6155 808-988-9225 of your portfolio and the amount of1-mĽ| ] -u-m|;; ruo=b|v ou ruo|;1| -]-bmv| Ѵovv;v bm income you ardizing your investment portfolio. 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Health — Retirees may face moreManoa health con- Meya respond to them. stocks or stock funds.) Keep in mind that • Short-term savings goal – When you are Kalaheo Mililani Kalaheo Mililani +RQROXOX =uol - ]oo7 7 v|bm]ĺ m7ķ om1; o Ľ ; +RQROXOX =uol - ]oo7 7 v|bm]ĺ m7ķ om1; o Ľ ; society, but it’s not here yet. In fact, cash can still be there for you when you need it. Consequently, sufficient cash on hand to pay for your cost ource of investment – In regard to your • S Kapahulu 808-532-6155 808-988-9225 sufficient cash on hand to pay for your cost ource of investment – In regard to your • S • ;| ou]-mb ;7ĺ = o u 1Ѵov;|v -u; o ;uv| ==;7ķ b|_ • ;| ou]-mb ;7ĺ = o u 1Ѵov;|v -u; o ;uv| ==;7ķ b|_ =bm-m1b-Ѵ ruo=;vvbom-Ѵĺ =bm-m1b-Ѵ ruo=;vvbom-Ѵĺ stocks or stock funds.) Keep in mind that • Short-term savings goal – When you are b7;-v bm oѴ ;7 bm |b7 bm] r o u _ol; 1-m -Ѵvo 0; 3. 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Inflation — Inflation has been |_;v; o0f;1|vĺ "blbѴ-uѴ ķ o u bm ;v|l;m| high recently, but ing, this volatility may not be such a problem, it’s important to maximize the benefits from |_;v; o0f;1|vĺ "blbѴ-uѴ ķ o u bm ;v|l;m| 808-532-6155 808-591-8757 Mililani 808-8 v_;Ѵ ;v -m7 |_; =Ѵoouķ o l- ;ѴѴ _- ; |uo 0Ѵ; v_;Ѵ ;v -m7 |_; =Ѵoouķ o l- ;ѴѴ _- ; |uo 0Ѵ; to contain too much cash, as its purchasing retirement – you will likely need to own a -u; - =; v ]];v|bomvĹ "rubm] 1Ѵ;-mbm] 1-m r- o== Ō bm - 1Ѵ;-m "rubm] 1Ѵ;-mbm] 1-m r- o== Ō bm - 1Ѵ;-m;uķ v-=;u _ol; |_;v; u;7 m7-m1b;v b|_ bm ;v|l;m|v |_-| 1-m |_; -ubo v =bm-m1b-Ѵ ubvhv |_-| 1o Ѵ7 |_u;-|;m o u if you employ it wisely. But how? of goal, possibly in a short-term savings or groceries, etc. You’ll likely rely on your savings play two important roles. First, it can serv groceries, etc. You’ll likely rely on your savings play two important roles. First, it can serve as BY EDWARD JONES ONES to contain too much cash, as its purchasing retirement – you will likely need to own a even a mild • inflation;Ŋ1Ѵ ||;u o u rou|=oѴboĺ b= o |ooh - v u ; o= rateFOCUS can seriously erode • as;Ŋ1Ѵ ||;u o u rou|=oѴboĺ b= o |ooh - v u ; o= you have years •or decades to recover from Medicare or your Medicare Advantage plan. Also, • uo|;1| o uv;Ѵ= =uol 7-m];uvĺ = o Ѵooh -uo m7 uo|;1| o uv;Ѵ= =uol 7-m];uvĺ = o Ѵooh -uo m7 808-625-4404 FINANCIAL NANCIAL FOCUS v|u-|;] m;;7v |o 0; ľ7 v|;7 o==Ŀ ; ;u vo o=|;mķ v|u-|;] m;;7v |o 0; ľ7 v|;7 o==Ŀ ; ;u vo o=|;mķ =bm7bm] _-| o Ľu; Ѵoohbm] =ou Ō 0 | b|_ - Ѵb||Ѵ; =bm7bm] _-| o Ľu; Ѵoohbm] =ou Ō 0 | b|_ - Ѵb||Ѵ; ;m buoml;m| -m7 bm _;Ѵrbm] ;mv u; ;m buoml;m| -m7 bm _;Ѵrbm] ;mv u; o u =bm-m1b-Ѵ blruo ; o u 7b ;uvb=b1-|bomĺ )_bѴ; 7b ;uvb=b1-|bom Ѵo ;7 om;vĵ power can erode due to might inflation. reasonable percentage of growth-oriented your purchasing power. 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If you haven’t term But if you’re aiming for a goal o u 7;vh|orķ Ѵ-r|or ou |-0Ѵ;|ĺ o u 7;vh|orķ Ѵ-r|or ou |-0Ѵ;|ĺ |o 7o vol; 7;Ŋ1Ѵ ||;ubm]ĺ m7 |_; v-l; 1o Ѵ7 0; |_-| 1o Ѵ7 0; 7 v|u-|;] m;;7v |o 0; ľ7 v|;7 o==Ŀ ; ;u vo o=|;mķ o u _ol;vķ bmvb7; -m7 o |ĺ | b| -Ѵvo l- 0; |bl; |o =bm7bm] _-| o Ľu; Ѵoohbm] =ou Ō 0 | b|_ - Ѵb||Ѵ; ;m buoml;m| -m7 bm for_;Ѵrbm] ;mv u; o u =bm-m1b-Ѵ blruo ; o u 7b ;uvb=b1-|bomĺ )_bѴ; 7b ;uvb=b1-|bom Ѵo ;7 om;vĵ ou ; -lrѴ;ķ b= vol;|_bm] ;u; |o Ѵo ;7 om;vĵ ou ; -lrѴ;ķ b= vol;|_bm] ;u; |o that you blruo ; o u 7b ;uvb=b1-|bomĺ )_bѴ; 7b ;uvb=b1-|bom want to achieve achieve in a for year orbe so – costs abeen has lot of talk about a “cashless” want to be sure a specific am 2. Excessive withdrawals — Once you retire, you 4.There Unexpected —a You had them when you Retirement can be acash pleasant timesomewhat in classes, your life—and This article was written by Edward Jones use by your local investment vehicle that might pay investment vehicle that might pay somewhat or checking accounts to pay these needs. its own asset class, alongside other available in your portfolio gives you planned for these costs, you might be forced cash available in your portfolio gives you the planned for these costs, you might forced that you want to in a year or so – a 7o vol; =bm-m1b-Ѵ vrubm] 1Ѵ;-mbm]ĺ "ol; o= |_; v-l; This article was written|u ; o= o u rou|=oѴbo Ō o lb]_| _- ; v; ;u-Ѵ by Edward Jones for use by your local ruor;uѴ ĺ v r-t v|u-b]_|;mbm] rķ o u v;-u1_;v bѴѴ 0;1ol; l 1_ v vo o 1-m v;; b= b|Ľv v|bѴѴ ouhbm] |o _;Ѵr o v| o== o u bm ;v|l;m| v|u-|;] ĺ v o Ѵooh o u bm ;v|l;m| v|u-|;] ĺ v o Ѵooh shouldwedding, establish a 1-mĽ| ] -u-m|;; ruo=b|v ou ruo|;1| -]-bmv| Ѵovv;v bm withdrawal rate for your portwere working, and you’ll probably have them you’ll enjoy it still more ifbe you’re prepared for the chalv|u-|;] 1om|bm ;v |o ouh _-u7 =ou o ĺ 1-mĽ| ] -u-m|;; ruo=b|v ou ruo|;1| -]-bmv| Ѵovv;v bm _-rr;m |o o ķ 1o Ѵ7 o u =-lbѴ l;l0;uv _-rr;m |o o ķ 1o Ѵ7 o u =-lbѴ l;l0;uv Edward Jones Financial Advisor.Edward Jones, Member SIPC a long vacation, and so on – you’ll society, but it’s not here yet. In fact, cash can there for you when you need Edward Jones Financial Advisor.Edward Jones, Member SIPC W W W. E D WA R D J O N E S . C O M b7;-v bm oѴ ;7 bm |b7 bm] r o u _ol; 1-m -Ѵvo 0; W W W. E D WA R D J O N E S . C O M Consider these four key uses of cash: higher interest than a regular checking/ Consider these four key uses of cash: higher interest than a regular checking/ • such as stocks and fixed-income vehicles. 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Spotted: Evan Mock—local boy, model and actor—wearing an eye-catching blush pink jacket and wide-legged bottom set with bold black and white checkerboard accents on Gossip Girl. The designer? Another talented Hawai‘i creative, Natasha Halesworth of The Consistency Project, and we’ve been fans ever since. The whole ensemble was upcycled. Browse Halesworth’s Insta and you’ll find a pattern—revived pants with cool-vibe details. From patchwork denims to bicolor bottoms with wavy designs, every piece is wildly fun, distinct and unique. “When you create with reuse in mind, the design comes from the garment,” Halesworth says. “I love this, it pushes creativity and problem-solving to new limits each time.”—SM theconsistencyproject.com, @theconsistencyproject

THE REST OF THE BEST: READER PICKS BEST ALOHA ATTIRE WINNER: REYN SPOONER

Multiple locations, reynspooner.com, @reynspooner

FINALIST: MANUHEALI‘I

Multiple locations, manuhealii.com, @manuhealii

BEST FARMERS MARKET WINNER: KAKA‘AKO FARMERS MARKET 919 Ala Moana Blvd., (808) 388-9696, farmloversmarkets.com, @alohafarmlovers

FINALIST: KAPI‘OLANI COMMUNITY COLLEGE FARMERS MARKET

Parking Lot C, 4303 Diamond Head Road, (808) 848-2076, hfbf.org/farmers-markets/kcc, @hfbfarmersmarkets

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BEST FURNITURE STORE FINALIST: INSPIRATION INTERIORS Multiple locations, inspirationinteriors.com, @inspirationinteriors

BEST GARDEN SHOP WINNER: KO‘OLAU FARMERS

Multiple locations, koolaufarmers.com, @koolaufarmers

FINALIST: HOME DEPOT

Multiple locations, homedepot.com, @homedepot

BEST JEWELRY STORE WINNER: MAUI DIVERS JEWELRY Multiple locations, mauidivers.com, @mauidiversjewelry

FINALIST: NĀ HŌKŪ

Multiple locations, nahoku.com, @nahokujewelers

BEST PLACE FOR HOME ACCESSORIES WINNER: TARGET

Multiple locations, target.com, @target

FINALIST: ROSS DRESS FOR LESS Multiple locations, rossstores.com, @rossdressforless

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In Kaka‘ako, 17,000-square-foot HiClimb earns high marks for its bright, well-kept physical space as well as the variety of offerings for beginners and experienced climbers. The gym features bouldering, top rope and lead climbing walls as well as a climbing school, yoga classes and hosted events. It’s open daily from 8 a.m. to evenings, including weekends. Customer Katie Kenny says she joined as a monthly member because of the setup, the friendly vibe and amenities that include a coffee shop, small gym and classes. And she’s a senior content strategist downtown who uses the coworking space that also welcomes her dog, Lily. Kenny appreciates the encouraging environment: “When a woman is trying to climb up for the first time, all the women standing around will cheer her on; it’s very female empowering.” —RD 825 Ilaniwai St., (808) 888-2999, hawaiiclimb.com, @hiclimbhawaii

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BEST ECO-FRIENDLY SURFBOARD With all the time they spend in the ocean, the image of surfers tends to be coupled with eco-consciousness. But the surfboard manufacturing process is notoriously toxic, from the foam to the resin. Enter Bizia, which takes invasive albizia, one of the most problematic tree species in Hawai‘i, and repurposes it into surfboards. Owners Joey Valenti (of Albizia Project) and Eric Bello work with shapers, including Dick Brewer and Carson Myers, to create boards made with lengths of albizia. They’re hollowed out and then glued together, inspired by designs from the 1930s, when solid wood boards gave way to chambered ones to lessen their weight. They’re then coated in a more environmentally friendly epoxy than the usual petroleum-based resin. Bizia’s current models include a performance longboard and fish, and each board showcases variations in the natural wood grain and color. —MC 401 N. Cane St., A-2, Wahiawā, (808) 388-3153, biziasurf.com, @biziasurf

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With three 18-hole courses—one of which was designed by the Arnold Palmer Design Co.—and stunning ocean views, the golf courses at Turtle Bay Resort have been popular destinations for locals and tourists alike since 1972. The resort hosted the Turtle Bay Championship on the PGA Champions Tour from 2001 to 2008 and continues to offer both challenging and beginner-friendly experiences. Kama‘āina rates and golf packages are available; the putting course can be enjoyed for as little as $20 a day. Looking for training to up your golf game? There’s also a golf academy there. —JS

It can be hard to fit fitness into a busy schedule, but Club Pilates makes it easier with an average of 12 classes to choose from each weekday, and a handful on the weekends. The nationwide club’s Ward location, which opened in 2022, aims to help you reach your health goals whether you’re a novice or a Pilates expert. With a range of classes for people at varying levels—including a free intro class for beginners, plus private training—this fitness club boasts top-of-the-line equipment and instructors who have completed 500 hours of training, so you know you’re in good hands. —JS

57-049 Kuilima Drive, Kahuku, turtlebayresort.com, @turtlebaygolf

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Best Place to Buy Pickleball Equipment On Point Sports Hawai‘i, tucked into the second floor of a Waipi‘o center, is our go-to for pickleball gear. A demo program allows players to try equipment for three days before they buy, with a $5 deposit. Since a racket can cost more than $200, customers like Jensen Kim appreciate the hands-on tryout before they invest. Kim works in the physical therapy doctorate program at Hawai‘i Pacific University and plays pickleball after work. He first tried it while attending Pacific University in Oregon. When he returned home after graduation, he started playing with his mom and their friends. “We kind of got addicted and we’re playing basically five times a week,” Kim says. Customers who buy after they try get the deposit as a credit. Score! —RD 94-1144 Ka Uka Blvd., Suite 13, Waipahu, (808) 680-9900, onpointsportshawaii. com, @onpointsportshawaii

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THE REST OF THE BEST: READER PICKS BEST BIKE SHOP WINNER: BIKE FACTORY HAWAI‘I INC. Multiple locations, bikefactoryhawaii.com, @bikefactoryhawaii

Best Entry-Level Neighborhood Gym Most of us find our favorite place to work out by experimenting until something clicks. The YMCA of Honolulu stands out for welcoming people of every age, level of fitness, interest and ability to pay. Find keiki swim classes, a weight room, cardio, yoga—chair to vinyasa—and pickleball. The Y works hard to make it easy to belong, says vice president Lisa Ontai. She quotes a new 80-something member: “Everybody was so friendly; I felt so welcome; and I wasn’t intimidated.” The nonprofit began offering some livestreamed classes during the pandemic, and that continues. “Members like having that option to just do the class at home,” Ontai says. A national YMCA 360 program adds access to 1,500 virtual classes from cardio and barre to how to make burrito bowls. —RD Multiple locations, (808) 531-9622, ymcahonolulu.org, @ymcahonolulu

FINALIST: MCCULLY BICYCLE & SPORTING GOODS 2124 S. King St., (808) 955-6329, mccullybike.com, @mccullybike

BEST CAMPGROUND WINNER: MĀLAEKAHANA BEACH CAMPGROUND 56-335 Kamehameha Highway, Kahuku, (808) 674-7715, malaekahana.net, @malaekahana.bc

FINALIST: BELLOWS AIR FORCE STATION CAMPSITES 220 Tinker Road, Waimānalo, (808) 259-8080, bellowsafs.com/campsites, @bellowsafs

BEST EXERCISE SHOE STORE WINNER: RUNNING ROOM 819 Kapahulu Ave., (808) 737-2422, runningroom.com/us/inside.php?id=5099, @runningroomhawaii

FINALIST: UYEDA SHOE STORE

931 University Ave., #105, (808) 941-1331, uyedashoestore.com, @uyedashoestore

BEST GOLF COURSE FINALIST: O‘AHU COUNTRY CLUB

150 Country Club Road, (808) 595-6331, oahucountryclub.com, @oahucountryclub

BEST GYM WINNER: 24 HOUR FITNESS

Multiple locations, 24hourfitness.com

FINALIST: UFC GYM HONOLULU Multiple locations, ufcgym.com

BEST PILATES/BARRE FINALIST: THE BAR METHOD HONOLULU 2758 S. King St., Suite 206, barmethod.com/ locations/Honolulu, @barmethodhonolulu

BEST PLACE TO RENT WATERSPORTS GEAR WINNER: SURF N SEA

62-595 Kamehameha Highway, Hale‘iwa, (808) 637-3483, surfnsea.com, @surfnsea_haleiwa

FINALIST: SNORKEL BOB’S

700 Kapahulu Ave., (808) 735-7944, snorkelbob.com, @snorkelbobs

BEST SURF SHOP WINNER: T&C SURF DESIGNS

Multiple locations, tcsurf.com, @tandcsurf

FINALIST: HAWAIIAN ISLAND CREATIONS Multiple locations, hicsurf.com, @hicsurf

BEST YOGA STUDIO WINNER: YOGA ROOM HAWAI‘I

1120 12th Ave., Second Floor, (808) 376-0087, yogaroomhawaii.com, @yogaroomhawaii

FINALIST: SUN YOGA HAWAI‘I

820 W. Hind Drive, #125, (808) 348-2979, sunyogahawaii.com, @sunyogahawaii

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BEST WATERFRONT TRAIL RIDES Adults and keiki ages 6 and up can embark on a 1-mile oceanfront adventure on horseback with North Shore Stables. The trail ride, a unique experience that showcases the beauty of O‘ahu’s North Shore, takes you through the working farm, by native plants and along the coastline. Feeling the ocean breeze as your horse trots along the beach in Waialua is a memory you won’t soon forget. North Shore Stables opened to the public in August 2021 and is focused on the community, offering trail rides, lessons and private parties, as well as scholarships and even a work-ride-trade program for those interested in learning more about horsemanship. —JC 67-221 Waialua Beach Road, Waialua, (808) 270-5032, northshorestables.com, @north_shore_stables_hawaii

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Best Prenatal and Postnatal Fitness Program Pregnancy and motherhood can be a lonely and isolating time if you don’t already have a community of momsto-be or new moms, but it doesn’t have to be. Fit4Mom Honolulu provides a variety of fitness and wellness programs that help moms build up strength—body, mind and spirit. Regardless of your physical capabilities, you’re bound to find these classes worth their weight in gold, if only for the social aspect. “It is not just an amazing workout, it’s about connecting and building beautiful long-lasting friendships for our families,” says Whitney McCallum, owner of the Honolulu franchise. There are prenatal classes, ones you can do with your keiki in a stroller and mom-only programs for when you’re finally able to take time for yourself.—JC (808) 341-6612, honolulu.fit4mom.com, @fit4momhonolulu

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Best Child Development Class New parents, put Dr. Suma Metla on your radar. She’s a pediatric physical therapist, registered yoga teacher and the owner of Three Little Ducks Hawai‘i, a company that helps parents with their children’s motor development. Metla offers physical therapy assessments and treatment, as well as classes and workshops. One-on-one infant massage coaching sessions help caregivers develop confidence in relaxing and comforting babies, and group classes and workshops provide them the knowledge and awareness they need as well as a strong community to lean on. The Little Duck and Me classes are especially helpful for first-time parents who wonder if baby is getting enough tummy time, if they’re crawling too slowly or not walking soon enough. What’s more, Three Little Ducks has partnered with Hawai‘i Pacific Health to offer free yoga classes at locations across O‘ahu to help ‘ohana connect with each other and their communities through physical activity. —JC

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Yes, we all have phones with approximately a million pictures of our adorable kids, but there’s something to be said for professional photos, of your keiki or the whole family. Sean Marrs Photography is one of the most trusted on the island, and Marrs occasionally shoots for HONOLULU and HONOLULU Family, too. His professional eye and calm nature allow him to catch those in-between moments, even if your kiddos aren’t necessarily cooperating. And Marrs can also see you and your keiki through graduation, weddings and beyond. —JC seanmarrs.com, @seanmarrsphoto

photos: courtesy of north shore stables, aaron k. yoshino, getty images

(808) 940-2051, threelittleduckshawaii.com, @threelittleduckshawaii

Let’s be honest: Keiki birthdays are sometimes more for the adults. If that’s the case at your house (no shame), look to O‘ahu Styling Co., especially if you’re one who prefers a natural aesthetic over costumed characters and bright colors. Owner Lyndsea Snow Tasaka designs custom backdrops, tablescapes and more, in styles ranging from bohemian to glamorous and everything in between. First birthdays, graduations, baby showers and the like get a dose of serious style, bringing you and your kiddos’ dreams to a chic reality. Previous themes she’s done (and I especially love) include Two Groovy, Notorious B.I.G., Le Petit Prince and an “under the sea” motif. —JC

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A visit to Stanley’s Sewing Machine & Vacuum Center feels like a step back in time. Amid new machines, find classic models that Frank McKay is fixing. The shop stands out for friendly, affordable service and taking on repair challenges. McKay recalls a black hand-crank Singer sewing machine used by the nuns at Kalaupapa. It took him a year and an invented tool to get it moving. “Sewing is part of the culture here,” he notes, for generations of hula hālau, quiltmakers and seamstresses. A former Harley-Davidson mechanic, McKay took over Stanley’s in 2011 when cousin Ken Humphries asked for help running the Kāne‘ohe shop. Wife Barbara works there part time, and hānai son Tyler rounds out their team. —RD 46-003 Alaloa St., Suite 104, Kāne‘ohe, (808) 236-3225

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Best Alternative Bookstore Josh Spencer and Jenna Hipp Spencer have a knack for creating bookshops that mirror the magic of the stories they hold. The couple’s LA spots, The Last Bookstore and Lost Books, have been enchanting bibliophiles for years with dreamy plant tunnels, flying books and spooky nooks. Now the Spencers have brought their novel approach to bookselling to Downtown with Skull-Face Books & Records, curated to reflect an affinity for all things counterculture. Tapestries featuring mythological creatures, punk show flyers and retro movie posters set the stage for an offbeat assortment of books, from military history and graphic novels to fairy fantasies, sci-fi and true crime. All together it’s a vibe, and experience, not found anywhere else on the island. —BT 1148 Bethel St., @skullfacehawaii

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Best Neighborhood Library Architecture Sure, the Hawai‘i State Library’s grandeur and inner courtyard are perennial draws, but for most of us it’s the neighborhood libraries that sustain our daily reading habits. The smaller libraries have their own feel befitting their neighborhoods, and the Waikīkī-Kapahulu Public Library is among our favorites. Built in 1952 and designed by Cyril Lemmon and associates (Lemmon also worked on the Hawai‘i State Capitol), it combines Wai‘anae sandstone with tall cathedral-style windows. And while the tall ceilings give this small library a spacious atmosphere, it still has a cozy, midcentury modern beach house feel, with turquoise accents. A sheltered walkway welcomes you like a friend’s lānai—or favorite book. —MC 400 Kapahulu Ave., (808) 733-8488, librarieshawaii. org/branch/waikiki-kapahulu-public-library

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Best Cooling and Air Conditioning In Hawai‘i we’re certainly no strangers to hot and humid weather. With that in mind, our savvy readers voted Alternate Energy Inc. the best at keeping you cool. This locally owned business has been operating since 1993 and is not only dedicated to providing energy-efficient air-conditioning systems, but also provides other products such as solar water heating, electric vehicle chargers and solar storage. Installation through Alternate Energy Inc. offers warranty benefits, and the business has an in-house team of licensed electrical workers who install, repair and renovate. One of only 22 companies nationwide to be awarded the prestigious Panasonic Elite Installer status, Alternate Energy Inc. offers top-tier product quality and customer service. —JS 96-1276 Waihona St., Suite 114, Pearl City, alternateenergyhawaii.com, @aeihawaii

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BEST PET GROOMERS Local dog owners have declared Petco their go-to for grooming. Along with standard services, such as a bath, haircut, nail trim, ear cleaning and teeth brushing, packages can be tailored to specific needs. Have an extra-floofy Fido? Opt for an undercoat removal. If you’ve noticed a lot of scratching, go for the flea or soothing oatmeal shampoos. There are even lavender-scented options for anxious pups. And eco-conscious hoomans will be happy to know that Petco offers clean grooming services that are free of parabens, phthalates and chemical dyes. —BT Multiple locations, petco.com, @petco READER PICK

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FINALIST: THE PLAZA ASSISTED LIVING Multiple locations, (808) 900-6540, theplazaassistedliving.com, @theplazahawaii

BEST AUTO DETAILER WINNER: BMW OF HONOLULU 777 Kapi‘olani Blvd., (808) 597-1225, bmwhawaii.com, @bmwofhonolulu

FINALIST: BUFFIN STUFF DETAILING AND AUTO SERVICES

94-1388 Moaniani St., Unit 113, Waipahu, (808) 216-9082, buffinstuffdetailingandautoservices.com, @buffin_stuff_detailing

BEST AUTO INSURANCE COMPANY WINNER: STATE FARM Multiple locations, statefarm.com, @statefarm

FINALIST: GEICO

Multiple locations, geico.com, @geico

BEST AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR WINNER: LEX BRODIE’S TIRE, BRAKE & SERVICE CO. Multiple locations, lexbrodies.com, @lexbrodiesoahu

FINALIST: ACE AUTO GLASS

Multiple locations, aceautoglass.net, @aceautoglasshawaii

BEST BANK WINNER: AMERICAN SAVINGS BANK Multiple locations, asbhawaii.com, @asbhawaii

FINALIST: BANK OF HAWAI‘I Multiple locations, boh.com, @bankofhawaii

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BEST BARBERSHOP WINNER: CROWS NEST BARBERSHOP

1104B Pensacola St., (808) 537-2600, crowsnestbarbershop.com, @crowsnestbarber

660 Ala Moana Blvd., #220a, (808) 748-8888, revolusun.com, @revolusun_smarthome

FINALIST: SUPERCUTS

BEST COSMETIC SURGERY WINNER: DR. SHIM CHING, MD: ASIA PACIFIC PLASTIC SURGERY

Multiple locations, supercuts.com, @supercuts

1401 S. Beretania St., #888, (808) 207-7345, drshimching.com, @shimchingmd

BEST CAR WASH WINNER: MCKINLEY CAR WASH 1139 Kapi‘olani Blvd., (808) 596-2609, mckinleycarwash.com

FINALIST: CARWASH808 EXPRESS Multiple locations, carwash808.express

BEST CHIROPRACTOR WINNER: KE‘ALE CHIROPRACTIC 1314 S. King St., #425, (808) 763-8387, kealechiropractic.com, @keale_chiropractic

FINALIST: GLOBAL HEALTH CHIROPRACTIC 677 Ala Moana Blvd., #914, (808) 521-9686, globalhealthchiropractic.com

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BEST COOLING AND AIR CONDITIONING FINALIST: REVOLUSUN

FINALIST: DR. BENJAMIN CHU, MD, FACS

1380 Lusitana St., #702, (808) 524-1551, drbenjaminchu.com

BEST CREDIT UNION WINNER: HAWAI‘IUSA FEDERAL CREDIT UNION

Multiple locations, hawaiiusafcu.com, @hawaiiusafcu

FINALIST: HAWAI‘I STATE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION

Multiple locations, hawaiistatefcu.com, @hawaiistatefcu

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BEST DAY SPA WINNER: ELIZAVETA NEGINSKAYA SIGNATURE BROWS & BEAUTY STUDIO 627 South St., Suite #3, (808) 797-5757, en-beauty.com, @signaturebrowshawaii

FINALIST: LAVISH SPA & NAILS

Multiple locations, lavishspanaillounge. com, @lavishkapolei and @lavishbylmour

BEST DRY CLEANER WINNER: MARIE LOUISE CLEANERS

331 G Kamani St., (808) 593-1110, mlcleaners.com

FINALIST: HAKUYOSHA DRY CLEANERS

Multiple locations, (808) 955-6116, @hakuyoshacleanliving.com

BEST EMPLOYMENT/ STAFFING COMPANY WINNER: ALTRES

967 Kapi‘olani Blvd., (808) 591-4940, altres.com, @altres_inc

FINALIST: HIEMPLOYMENT

745 Fort St. Mall, #124, (808) 695-3974, hi-employment.com, @hiemployment

BEST EYELASH EXTENSIONS WINNER: LAVISH SPA & NAILS

Multiple locations, lavishspanaillounge. com, @lavishkapolei and @lavishbylmour

FINALIST: THE BEAUTY ROOM HAWAI‘I

Multiple locations, thebeautyroomhi.com

BEST FINANCIAL ADVISER WINNER: EDWARD JONES Multiple locations, edwardjones.com

FINALIST: MORGAN STANLEY

733 Bishop St., Suite 2800, (808) 525-6900, morganstanley.com, @morgan.stanley

BEST GAS STATION CONVENIENCE STORE WINNER: 7-ELEVEN HAWAI‘I

Multiple locations, 7elevenhawaii.com, @7elevenhi

FINALIST: HELE

Multiple locations, helegas.com, @helegas

BEST GENERAL CONTRACTOR WINNER: DAVID’S CUSTOM ROOFING & PAINTING INC.

96-1217 Waihona St., Pearl City, (808) 833-1633, davidsroofinghi.com

FINALIST: SURFACE SHIELD ROOFING CO.

94-110 Leokane St., Building B, Waipahu, (808) 739-9599, surfaceshieldroofing.com

BEST HAIR REMOVAL WINNER: LAVISH SPA & NAILS

Multiple locations, lavishspanaillounge. com, @lavishkapolei and @lavishbylmour

FINALIST: EUROPEAN WAX CENTER Multiple locations, waxcenter.com, @europeanwax

BEST HAIR SALON WINNER: COLOR LOUNGE

3408 Wai‘alae Ave., (808) 772-4177, colorloungehawaii.com, @colorloungehawaii

FINALIST: STYLE LOFT HAIR STUDIO 1601 Kapi’olani Blvd., #100, entrance on Māhukona Street, (808) 784-0777, stylelofthawaii.com, @stylelofthi

BEST HANDYMAN SERVICE WINNER: HANDYMAN SERVICES HAWAI‘I (808) 358-9000, handymanserviceshawaii.com

FINALIST: KAMA‘ĀINA HANDYMAN

(808) 393-1163, kamaainahandyman. com, @kamaainahandyman

BEST HARDWARE STORE WINNER: CITY MILL Multiple locations, citymill.com, @citymill

FINALIST: HARDWARE HAWAI‘I

Multiple locations, hardwarehawaii.com, @hardwarehawaii

BEST HOME PAINTER WINNER: BERNARDO’S PAINTING

94-716 Lanikūhana Ave., Mililani, (808) 384-0864, bernardospainting.com, @bernardospainting

FINALIST: KAPILI SOLAR ROOFING & PAINTING 94-221 Leonui St., Waipahu, (808) 621-7663, kapiliroof.com, @kapiliroofingpainting

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3210 Ualena St., (808) 521-5000, alertalarmhawaii.com

FINALIST: ZMANA RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL SECURITY SYSTEMS 1038 Queen St., (808) 425-1131, zmana.com, @zmanahawaii

BEST LANDSCAPER WINNER: NORBERT’S LANDSCAPING AND YARD MAINTENANCE 1555 Kalaepa‘a Drive, (808) 200-8292

FINALIST: PERSONAL TOUCH LANDSCAPE 1253 Ala Aolani St., (808) 623-8481, personaltouchlandscape.com, @personaltouchlandscape

BEST LOCKSMITH WINNER: SALZ LOCK & SAFE

3012 Wai‘alae Ave., (808) 734-6557, salzlock.com

BEST LUXURY CAR DEALER WINNER: BMW OF HONOLULU 777 Kapi‘olani Blvd., (808) 597-1225, bmwhawaii.com, @bmwofhonolulu

FINALIST: SERVCO LEXUS HONOLULU

650 Kapi‘olani Blvd., (877) 290-7794, servcolexus.com, @lexushawaii

BEST MANI/PEDI WINNER: LAVISH SPA & NAILS

Multiple locations, lavishspanaillounge. com, @lavishkapolei and @lavishbylmour

FINALIST: HEAVEN ON EARTH SALON & DAY SPA 1050 Alakea St., (808) 599-5501, heavenonearthhawaii.com, @heavenonearthhi

BEST MOVING COMPANY WINNER: ISLAND MOVERS

BEST PEST CONTROL COMPANY WINNER: KĪLAUEA PEST CONTROL

Multiple locations, kilaueapest.com, @kilaueapestcontrol

FINALIST: TERMINIX

Multiple locations, terminix.com, @terminix

BEST PET GROOMERS FINALIST: BEAUTY SALON FOR DOGGIES

1016 Kapahulu Ave., #195, (808) 371-8376

BEST PET SHOP WINNER: THE PUBLIC PET

3422 Wai‘alae Ave., (808) 737-8887, thepublicpet.com, @thepublicpet

FINALIST: PETCO

Multiple locations, petco.com, @petco

BEST PLACE FOR A MASSAGE WINNER: KO OLINA WELLNESS SPA 92-1220 Ali‘inui Drive, Kapolei, (808) 398-3090, koolinawellnessspa.com

FINALIST: MASSAGE ENVY

Multiple locations, (808) 524-3689, massageenvy.com, @massageenvy

BEST PLUMBING SERVICE WINNER: J2 SERVICES HAWAI‘I (808) 707-5211, j2serviceshawaii.com, j2serviceshawaii

FINALIST: STEVE’S PLUMBING & A/C SERVICE

96-1225 Waihona St., Unit A, Pearl City, (808) 215-7860, stevesplumbinghawaii.com, @stevesplumbingachawaii

4397 Lawehana St., (808) 832-4000, islandmovers.net

FINALIST: J2 SERVICES HAWAI‘I (808) 707-5211, j2serviceshawaii.com

FINALIST: ISLE LOCKSMITH INC.

(808) 650-7776, islelocksmithoahu.com, @islelocksmithoahu

MAHALO FOR VOTING CHUBBIES BURGERS THE BEST 3 YEARS IN A ROW!

2023 WINNER

SINCE 2016

Restaurant now open in Kaimuki!

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BEST HOME SECURITY SERVICE WINNER: ALERT ALARM OF HAWAI‘I

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BEST REAL ESTATE FIRM WINNER: BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS REAL ESTATE ADVANTAGE REALTY

BEST ROOFING COMPANY WINNER: KAPILI SOLAR ROOFING & PAINTING

Multiple locations, betterhawaii.com, @betterhawaii

94-221 Leonui St., Waipahu, (808) 621-7663, kapiliroof.com, @kapiliroofingpainting

FINALIST: COLDWELL BANKER REAL ESTATE LLC

FINALIST: DAVID’S CUSTOM ROOFING & PAINTING INC.

Multiple locations, coldwellbanker.com, @cbrealtyhawaii

BEST RETIREMENT COMMUNITY WINNER: THE PLAZA ASSISTED LIVING Multiple locations, (808) 900-6540, theplazaassistedliving.com, @theplazahawaii

FINALIST: KĀHALA NUI

4389 Malia St., (808) 218-7001, kahalanui.com, @kahalanuihi

96-1217 Waihona St., Pearl City, (808) 833-1633, davidsroofinghi.com

BEST SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING WINNER: ARCADIA FAMILY OF COMPANIES

1434 Punahou St., (808) 941-0941, arcadia.org, @arcadiafamilyofcompanies

FINALIST: THE PLAZA ASSISTED LIVING Multiple locations, (808) 900-6540, theplazaassistedliving.com, @theplazahawaii

BEST SOLAR COMPANY WINNER: REVOLUSUN 660 Ala Moana Blvd., #220a, (808) 748-8888, revolusun.com, @revolusun_smarthome

FINALIST: KAPILI SOLAR ROOFING & PAINTING 94-221 Leonui St., Waipahu, (808) 621-7663, kapiliroof.com, @kapiliroofingpainting

BEST URGENT CARE CLINIC WINNER: QUEEN’S ISLAND URGENT CARE

Multiple locations, queens.org/ urgent-care-hawaii, @queenshealthhi

FINALIST: STRAUB MEDICAL CENTER

Multiple locations, hawaiipacifichealth. org/Straub, @straubhealth

BEST STORAGE COMPANY WINNER: HAWAI‘I SELF STORAGE Multiple locations, hawaiiselfstorage. com, @hawaiiselfstorage

FINALIST: PUBLIC STORAGE

Multiple locations, publicstorage.com/ self-storage-hi-honolulu, @publicstorage

BEST TRAVEL AGENCY WINNER: VACATIONS HAWAI‘I

1585 Kapi‘olani Blvd., Suite 900, (808) 591-4777, boydvacationshawaii.com

BEST VETERINARIAN WINNER: KAKA‘AKO PET HOSPITAL 815 Queen St., (808) 592-9999, kakaakopethospital.com, @kakaakopethospital

FINALIST: KING STREET PET HOSPITAL 2016 S. King St., (808) 951-7777, kingstreetpethospital.com, @kingstreetpethospital

FINALIST: PANDA TRAVEL

1017 Kapahulu Ave., (808) 734-1961, pandaonline.com, @pandatravelhi

2023 WINNER

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Best LGBTQIA+ Bar/Club

Best Place to See an Eclectic Mix of Events

Downtown’s high-energy and inclusive club, Scarlet Honolulu, is home to the famous “Pineapple Stage” that holds drag shows every weekend. With multiple bars and two large dance floors, it’s no surprise this LGBTQIA+ bar also won Best Club for Dancing. “I think Scarlet created a space that made gay, trans and drag something to be universally celebrated in Hawai‘i,” says Tiffany Toki, bartender at Scarlet. Whether you want to dance the night away or be entertained by one of the many talented performers who grace the stage, Scarlet is a fun, diverse spot for a weekend night out. —JS

Historic Hawai‘i Theatre frequently dazzles us with its engaging mix of events. One night the Hawai‘i Symphony Orchestra takes the stage with the Honolulu Jazz Quartet and Hawaiian music icon Keola Beamer. A month later, Bernadette Peters belts Broadway tunes. Perhaps you go for comedy, “The Moth” radio hour, Beatles music or Grammy Award-winning Kalani Pe‘a’s stunning May Day show. That diversity is intentional. “We feel it’s critical to support a healthy local culture and arts environment and not swing all the way into mainland-based traveling shows,” says Gregory Dunn, Hawai‘i Theatre Center’s president and CEO. And revenue generated by the visiting shows helps the nonprofit underwrite the use of the theater by local groups as it receives no operational funding from the city or state. Bravo! —RD

80 S. Pauahi St., scarlethonolulu.com, @scarlethnl

1130 Bethel St., (808) 528-0506, hawaiitheatre.com, @hawaiitheatre

WE HELP FAMILIES BRING THEIR SPACES BACK TO LIFE. Specializing in Exterior & Interior painting for Residential and Commercial Projects.

“We are deeply honored once again, to be voted Best Residential Painting Company for 2023. MAHALO from our families to yours.”

2023 WINNER

-Bernardo Benigno, Bernardo's Painting

Visit us at www.bernardospainting.com or call us at (808) 384-0864 to schedule a free phone consultation. Located in Mililani, serving the island of Oahu. Licensed/Bonded/Insured Lic. #C-29089

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READER PICKS BEST COMMUNITY THEATER WINNER: DIAMOND HEAD THEATRE

520 Makapu‘u Ave., (808) 733-0274, diamondheadtheatre.com, @diamondheadtheatre

FINALIST: MĀNOA VALLEY THEATRE

2833 E. Mānoa Road, (808) 988-6131, manoavalleytheatre.com, @manoavalleytheatre

BEST CLUB FOR DANCING WINNER: SCARLET HONOLULU 80 S. Pauahi St., (808) 744-0210, scarlethonolulu.com, @scarlethnl

FINALIST: THE DISTRICT

1349 Kapi‘olani Blvd., (808) 949-1349, thedistricthi.com, @thedistricthi

BEST HOTEL FOR A STAYCATION WINNER: FOUR SEASONS RESORT O‘AHU AT KO OLINA

92-1001 Olani St., Kapolei, (808) 679-0079, fourseasons.com/oahu, @fsoahu

FINALIST: AULANI, A DISNEY RESORT & SPA

92-1185 Ali‘inui Drive, Kapolei, (866) 443-4763, disneyaulani.com, @disneyaulani

BEST LGBTQIA+ BAR/CLUB FINALIST: HULA’S BAR & LEI STAND 134 Kapahulu Ave., (808) 923-0669, hulas.com, @hulaswaikiki

BEST LIVE MUSIC VENUE WINNER: BLUE NOTE HAWAI‘I 2335 Kalākaua Ave., (808) 777-4890, bluenotehawaii.com, @bluenotehawaii

FINALIST: WAIKĪKĪ SHELL

2805 Monsarrat Ave., (808) 768-5400, blaisdellcenter.com, @blaisdellcenter

BEST MOVIE THEATER WINNER: CONSOLIDATED THEATRES - WARD 1044 Auahi St., (808) 594-7044, consolidatedtheatres.com, @consolidatedhi

FINALIST: CONSOLIDATED THEATRES - KĀHALA

4211 Wai‘alae Ave., Suite 3080, (808) 733-6243, consolidatedtheatres. com, @consolidatedhi

BEST PLACE TO HOLD A CELEBRATION WINNER: NATSUNOYA TEA HOUSE 1935 Makanani Drive, (808) 595-4488, natsunoyahawaii.com

FINALIST: HY’S STEAK HOUSE 2440 Kūhiō Ave., (808) 922-5555, hyswaikiki.com, @hyshawaii

BEST PLACE TO PAU HANA WINNER: MOKU KITCHEN 660 Ala Moana Blvd., (808) 591-6658, mokukitchen.com, @mokukitchen

FINALIST: HANA KOA BREWING CO.

962 Kawaiaha‘o St., (808) 591-2337, hanakoabrewing.com, @hanakoabrewing

BEST PLACE TO CELEBRATE AN ANNIVERSARY WINNER: HY’S STEAK HOUSE 2440 Kūhiō Ave., (808) 922-5555, hyswaikiki.com, @hyshawaii

FINALIST: ROY’S

Multiple locations, royyamaguchi.com, @royshawaii

BEST PLACE TO PLAY TOURIST WINNER: WAIKĪKĪ BEACH FINALIST: KUALOA RANCH

49-560 Kamehameha Highway, Kāne‘ohe, (808) 237-7321, kualoa.com, @kualoaranch

BEST PLACE TO SEE ART WINNER: HONOLULU MUSEUM OF ART 900 S. Beretania St., (808) 532-8700, honolulumuseum.org, @honolulumuseum

FINALIST: HAWAI‘I STATE ART MUSEUM 250 S. Hotel St., Second Floor, (808) 586-0900, hisam.hawaii.gov, @hawaiistateartmuseum

BEST PLACE TO TAKE OUT-OF-TOWNERS WINNER: POLYNESIAN CULTURAL CENTER 55-370 Kamehameha Highway, Lā‘ie, 1 (800) 367-7060, polynesia.com, @polynesianculturalctr

FINALIST: NORTH SHORE BEST RADIO STATION WINNER: 92.3 KSSK

AM 590, FM 92.3, ksskradio.iheart.com, @ksskhawaii

FINALIST: HAWAI‘I PUBLIC RADIO HPR-1: 88.1 KHPR, HPR-2: 89.3 KIPO, hawaiipublicradio.org, @wearehpr

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Education in the Age of AI

hen I was in high school back in prehistoric times—actually the 1960s—there was a huge controversy raging about whether students should be allowed to use hand-held calculators to do their homework and during tests. For some reason, we were allowed to use a slide rule—a stone-age version of the digital calculator—but digital devices were sure to ruin mathematical thinking and understanding. As I write this in 2023, we are faced again with such a controversy. Digital devices such as iPads, laptops and the internet—just hopped-up versions of those 1960s hand-held calculators—are now OK to use for homework and in the classroom. But artificial intelligence software such as ChatGPT will surely ruin not only mathematical understanding but also learning in general. And this would probably be true if the learning environments of our schools were focused solely on textbooks, lectures, memorization and standardized tests. But that is not what is happening in the majority of Hawai‘i’s private and parochial schools. There are currently 115 licensed private pre-K-12 schools across the Islands and every one of them is different—in size, educational philosophy, learning program and culture—and each offers a unique approach to learning. Some of them still use textbooks and tests as one resource for student learning, but the majority of them also employ a wide range of individualized and personalized learning and assessment strategies to ensure every student achieves their potential for emotional growth and intellectual development. And I am sure the majority of teachers in these private school learning environments will find a way to bring ChatGPT into the service of this task. This is the 21st year that the Hawai‘i Association of Independent Schools has teamed up with HONOLULU Magazine to provide Hawai‘i families with this informational guide to the private schools in our state. My thanks on behalf of all HAIS member schools to HONOLULU Magazine for making this valuable resource available at no cost to parents and students across the state. This Private School Guide provides a listing of most of Hawai‘i’s accredited and/or licensed private schools. And the HAIS website—hais.us—also offers both a listing of HAIS member private schools, each with its own profile page, and a search function that lets you specify the types and locations of schools you are interested in. Your children are unique, and the schools you choose for them should be committed to their individualized and personalized success as learners. Check out what Hawai‘i’s private schools can provide for your students.

Mahalo,

PHILIP J. BOSSERT, PH.D. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, HAIS

615 Pi‘ikoi St., PH-5, Honolulu, HI 96814 (808) 973-1540 | Email: info@hais.us | www.hais.us

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contents Shaping Leaders of Tomorrow PSG 4

How four private schools are equipping their students for a future that looks more unpredictable than ever.

Financial Aid FAQs PSG 15

What you need to know about applying for financial aid, including common myths and mistakes parents make.

What Are You Looking For? PSG 16

BY MARIA KANAI

Applying to Private School: A Timeline PSG 10

Thinking about private school? Finding the right fit 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.

HAIS Helps PSG 12

From open house listings to special programs and search tools that help you learn more about member schools, HAIS provides many resources throughout the year.

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 ideas you might consider.

How to Ace the Interview PSG 17 Here are a few tips from educators to keep stress down and your child’s spirits up.

A Complete Directory to HAIS Independent Schools PSG 47 Information on 101 schools, including two colleges.

The Importance of Licensing and Accreditation PSG 13

When selecting a private school, you’ll want to consider these key factors.

Defining the Differences PSG 14

It’s not just public or private. There are other terms that will tell you more about a school’s focus and style of learning.

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Shaping Leaders of Tomorrow How four private schools are equipping their students for a future that looks more unpredictable than ever. BY MARIA KANAI

The world is always changing. Everything from new technology and digital trends to global issues like climate change affects what we need to prepare our keiki for, and how. How are schools guiding and shaping our children so that they grow into adults who are not only tech savvy and innovative, but responsible and caring citizens? We spoke with four private schools that provide opportunities, programs and tools to build up our children to not only excel academically, but to think critically, show leadership and encourage values like respect, integrity and kindness in a future that looks nothing like what many of us ever expected.

Embracing Artificial Intelligence

alking with Arnold Laanui is like being in a philosophy course—the president of Damien Memorial School enjoys discussing theory and has a deep respect for technology. He’s especially intrigued by the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence. “When you look at technology, you can see how much has changed. The tricky thing in this environment is to develop a program to prepare students for a workforce that’s rapidly changing,” Laanui says. “In order to do that, we need to instill certain fundamental truths about human achieve-

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etting a taste of the world outside ments, financial success and character development.  Do some alchemy on our side and come out with someschool is an impactDamien Memorial thing golden into the future.” ful way to prepare stuSchool is proud of its robotics Laanui’s passion for technology hails from his dents for the future. program and how it background in the FBI, where he was involved with Ho‘āla School, a K-8 school in Wahiencourages students awā, gives students that opportunity cybersecurity and taught digital ethics. “AI can never to think critically and creatively to solve by finding and creating partnerships replace the human component. You don’t want to rely community issues. on it. In education, we must teach a new generation with local businesses that provide inof humans to ask better questions and think deeper. ternships. That’s not easy to do.” “The world of education is changFor example, a typical English teacher may be worried whether a student ing—many things are virtual, but we used AI to write an essay. For Laanui, that’s not an immediate concern. “My believe real-world experience is the concern is whether a faculty member would start using the tech to write shalbest teacher,” says Chris Campisalow lesson plans. Then you’ve become a cog in the wheel,” he says. Laanui no, head of school. “Students are engaged, and they can see how imhas big plans to bring in new faculty who are willing to change the way they normally teach and tackle the challenges brought on by AI. He says it’s about portant the significance of that exembracing, not shying away from, AI. “I feel we are right at the very cusp of how perience is. They’re working with mentors who have strong influence education is going to shift, especially with the popularity of AI models. Folks are beginning to have conversations about how AI impacts education, and our on them and can foster a deeper and school plans to be at the forefront of that. These past two months, we’ve been more powerful learning.” having conversations with partners that are interested in addressing this isAt this school, there’s a focus on sue,” he says. He can’t share which partners at this early stage, but he hints at a social-emotional learning and applylandmark technology company on the West Coast. ing that with real-world experiencIn addition to artificial intelligence, other new technologies can also be es. Campisano is especially grateful used in innovative ways; for example, Laanui plans to bring drones into the for the school’s location in Wahiawā. school’s robotics program. “I don’t want my students to just fly drones, but “For students interested in municipal make them into tools that help them better understand their world and use services or law enforcement, we have the tech to help the community.” Damien Memorial School also has a thriving many opportunities here. Wahiawā aquaponics program that Laanui hopes to grow into a fishpond to better teach students about climate change, water safety “Led by Hawai‘i Preparatory Academy and sustainability. faculty directors Marc Rice and Laura Jim, As a faith-based institution, Damien’s Program the HPA Sea Turtle Research and Conserprograms cohesively create an environSpotlight vation Program offers students the opporment where students are welcome to ask tunity to join scientific efforts focused on questions—not just academic or technological ones, but larger, metaphysical questhe recovery of endangered sea turtles,” says Amy Cole, tions, too. “Students are encouraged to assistant head of school for academics. “Since 1987, HPA think about their purpose and wrestle with students and faculty have captured, studied and tagged what is good and evil, and where they take a over 3,900 turtles throughout the Hawaiian Islands and stand,” he says. “That’s the grander purpose at international research sites in Japan, New Caledonia, of education. Our job is to provide students Fiji, American Samoa and the Republic of Vanuatu, and with tools that pave the road ahead after produced over 40 scientific papers.” Faculty and students graduating.”

photos: courtesy of damien memorial school, courtesy of ho‘Āla school

“The philosophy and practice of Waimea Country School is multi-age learning, where we Program intentionally group two grade levels together so Spotlight students always have a younger or elder in their class,” says Amy Salling, head of the Hawai‘i Island school. “This allows us to focus on the individual child— that is, where are they now, what do they need to learn and grow, and where are they headed next. Multi-age also creates a dynamic learning environment where everyone is valued for who they are rather than what they can do.”

General [Hospital] is right here. Agriculture is such a big focus in Central O‘ahu, and this summer, the Wahiawā [Value-Added] Product Development Center is going to open right across our school. That would be an amazing option for an internship.” In the past, students have visited Wahiawā Public Library, worked with the Department of Land and Natural Resources, spent time at Wahiawā Botanical Garden and helped out the animals at the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Depending on student enrollment and the number of school-community partnerships, Campisano plans to bring back internships in the fall semester. The internships are structured around a research project, which the student develops. Campisano doesn’t get carried away by trendy tech programs or purchasing social-emotional programs, but believes his job is helping instill character values for students so that they can handle challenges with responsibility—something that will be important no matter what problems they face or what tech is available. “The bedrock and foundation of Ho‘āla is our four R’s: responsibility, respect, resourcefulness and responsiveness. It’s about being able to empathize, truly listen, and understand each other—a humanistic approach.” And it starts with adults modeling those core values, which isn’t always easy for teachers and parents. At Ho‘āla, students can call teachers by their first names. “Parents have a hard time getting used to that,” Campisano says with a laugh. It’s a

small but significant aspect of Ho‘āla’s culture that speaks to how the school empowers its students. Kids hold and lead gatherings (in other schools, they might be called general assemblies), where they decide the theme and express themselves through songs, skits and drama. Student discipline meetings are called clearings—a process for two students who have a disagreement to “clear” the air with each other. An adult may facilitate as the keiki talk about how it made them feel, whether it was a disagreement over a game or somebody said something hurtful. “Students are taught to learn how to talk and listen to one another and then take responsibility for their actions,” Campisano says. “It’s an agreement system that is motivated by the students’ intrinsic desire to make right choices. We want our students to be responsible and act for the good of the whole.”

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Students at Ho‘āla School take an excursion out to explore native species at Wahiawā Botanical Garden.

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Raising A Kinder Generation

ample, if two children have an argument on the playground, it’s not simply enough to force an apology and then assume the conflict is over. “We strive to teach students social responsibility and that what we choose to do within individuals does have an impact on others. Sometimes, in conflict, an apology is not enough,” says Dustman. A fight requires a conversation to give the students an opportunity to react. “We ask questions like, did you notice that when you were running, you ran into Johnny and he fell down? Did you see how he reacted? Why do you think he was crying? It’s an opportunity to teach empathy and regulation, and have a dialogue between the children,” he says. Dustman shares that there are many social-emotional programs out there that can be purchased and incorporated into the school’s curriculum, but he isn’t interested. “A program isn’t enough—it needs to be part of the school’s culture. If a teacher wants to buy a program, I’ll ask them to put in the work to learn and grow those skills first. In this fast-paced world, it’s important to take a minute to stop and learn. These skills will help us become kinder and gentler adults, which we can then teach our kids,” says Dustman.

art of preparing students for the future includes training them to be good stewards of the land. At Montessori School of Maui, students go to the garden in the middle of campus every week to work the land and grow their own flowers, herbs and vegetables. Conversations about climate change are common among students. Earlier this year, students planted 148 native plants on campus with the nonprofit ReTree Hawai‘i. Students are also growing herbs and vegetables in a hydroponic garden, maintaining a plumeria grove and managing an agricultural plot in the upper part of campus. And the school’s sustainability committee celebrates Earth Day in April with a campus cleanup, the reading of poetry, the collection of seeds for the students to take home, and talks about the importance of caring for the earth. For decades, the Montessori philosophy of education and child raising has focused on the relationships among child, teacher and environment. At the school, the environment gives children autonomy and prioritizes soft skills like empathy and kindness. “We’ve never been about simply transferring knowledge from adults to students. That’s often been the ‘traditional’ way of education, and that’s not how we do things,” says Eric Dustman, head of school. “We want to encourage students to satisfy their own curiosity by answering questions that they have themselves.” Dustman affirms that being able to ask questions and think critically are fundamental skills, regardless of any technological advancements. Rather than prioritizing fancy programs, the school aims to meet each child’s needs developmentally and provide moments to work purposefully, engage with one another “Our mission at Mary, Star of the and feel safe. “That’s where Montessori is innovative. Sea School is to prepare students We do things like where we have 3-, 4- and 5-yearProgram spiritually and academically for olds working together, which gives the older kids the Spotlight future success. Therefore, we put social responsibility to engage with younger ones and teach them.” an equal emphasis on innovating Teaching keiki to become problem solvers in the in both areas, with technology and opportunities face of challenges and conflict is important. For exto build on their social-emotional skills,” says Laci

Hitchcock, curriculum director. “In 2023-2024, our school is implementing a health and wellness program that includes a full-time counselor to help students manage stress, cope with challenges and build resilience. On the academic and technology aspect, we keep investing in safer and more efficient technology.”

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photos: courtesy of montessori school of maui, courtesy of st. andrew’s schools

Montessori School of Maui gives students the opportunity to learn about sustainability and environmental awareness through its annual Earth Day celebration.

photos: courtesy of montessori school of maui, courtesy of st. andrew’s schools

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Molding Future Leaders

uth Fletcher, president and head of St. Andrew’s Schools, notices a troubling trend of students living separate digital lives on their phones. “It’s very challenging. Anxiety and depression are on the rise for the society as a whole. The world seems harsher because it can get to you faster. How do we help parents and teachers navigate this new world?” Fletcher says. In the school’s circle groups, the students set aside a time each week to talk and share what’s going on in their lives; conversations about managing social media are common. “The phone doesn’t have warm or cold feedback like a human being

“At Parker School, we hold a twoday intensive for grades six to 12 Program for community-building enrichSpotlight ment,” says Makela Bruno, director of admissions. For instance, students “explore two breathtaking places on Hawai‘i Island and the wisdom of the Hawaiians who cared for this land for generations before us. What can we learn from their ingenuity to live sustainably?” The first day is spent discovering the deep history of Hawaiian fishponds and contributing to the ongoing efforts to restore the Kīholo pond. Day two is spent caring for the gardens of the ahupua‘a, Puanui.

will have. We’re able to be more proactive in this area because we’re a small school,” Fletcher says. In these dialogues, teachers discuss the implications and ramifications of the students’ digital footprints. “We are able to have these conversations because it’s part of our culture, starting from preschool to 12th grade. We try to set the conditions for these things to be shared and dialogued. A hui comes together.” Part of that hui is the school’s life coach, who works closely with the allgirls upper school, grades seven through 12, and its Priory in the City program. The coach helps these students find their strengths, interests and aspirations. Fletcher says: “These conversations lead them down pathways of ‘who am I and how do I fit into the world?’ How can they be contributing members of society?” After answering those questions, the students narrow down potential careers and embark on a field trip to downtown Honolulu, where they walk around and visit different businesses and government agencies. In their senior year, they will undergo eight-week internships, each of them with a mentor at their workplace. But it’s hard work—the girls are responsible for making sure the internships take place by reaching out to businesses and introducing themselves. “We teach them about networking, how to write an email, how to dress for an interview and write a résumé,” Fletcher says. Once the connection is made, the school’s life coach steps in to help finalize the process. “Our goal is to have the student decide what she wants to go after and then get it.” The program has been successful, and many students find employment at their internships the summer before they leave for college. Being an all-girls upper school also lends a unique advantage. “Our girls have the opportunity to figure out who they are and develop without the influence of what society thinks they should be,” Fletcher says. “Because they can identify rather than be identified, they get to uncover and discover who they are. I’ve noticed they are stronger individuals.” Fletcher believes these programs and conversations give students the fuel to become leaders of the future. “Once the student knows their interests, that gives them the motivation to take AP science or other classes to learn more. If they care about something and go for it, that makes them into a leader. They’re not waiting for somebody to help them—they are taking initiative, which empowers them to get to where they want to go.”  Students at St. Andrew’s Schools discover their future career interests through a field trip into downtown Honolulu, visiting businesses and government agencies.

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Applying to Private School

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THINKING ABOUT PRIVATE SCHOOL FOR YOUR CHILDREN? FINDING THE RIGHT FIT AND GETTING THEM ENROLLED CAN TAKE AT LEAST A YEAR. HERE IS A TIMELINE TO MAKE SURE YOU DON’T MISS A CRUCIAL DEADLINE ALONG THE WAY.

Summer S TA R T YO U R S E A R C H

Most schools advise parents to start at least a year in advance. Summer is the perfect time to come up with a list of potential schools for consideration. Off the top of your head, you might be able to come up with three or four schools, but there are more than 100 private schools in Hawai‘i. To explore them, use the “Find a School” search feature on the site of the Hawai‘i Association of Independent Schools (hais.us) and our guide on page PSG 47. If you’re really planning ahead, you should know about the windows of opportunity in the private-school application process. Kindergarten is obviously a time when schools accept many new students. Sixth grade is a major entry point and, if you’re interested in high school, ninth grade is the easiest time to enter. However, many independent schools take students throughout the year, at any grade level. This is known as rolling admission. Be sure to check with the schools in which you’re interested to find out their major entry points.

Fall M A K E S O M E S E R I O U S S E LE C TI O N S

In early fall, begin compiling a list of important admissions dates and deadlines, which can vary greatly between schools and even by grade level. Check the schools’ websites and hais.us. To help focus your thinking, you can use our “What Are You Looking For?” guide on page PSG 16.

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In general, fall is the season for school open houses. The HAIS website is a good starting point for exploring open houses, but be sure to sign up on each school’s website to secure a spot. You’ll get lots of advice from other people, but remember, you are searching for a school that matches your child’s learning style and aligns with your family values. There’s no substitute for firsthand knowledge, so go, and involve your child if possible.

With your shortlist, you can start looking into specific school admissions and financial aid requirements. Don’t wait too long, especially if you are interested in kindergarten, since application deadlines can be early. For most grades, schools will require: 1) teacher references, 2) testing, usually done by the school itself, and 3) an activity session and observation or individual student interview. TE S T TI M E

In addition to open houses, check whether the schools in which you’re interested allow prospective students, and perhaps families, to tour their campuses and classrooms, or spend a day on campus. Some schools don’t offer this until a student is admitted, but it never hurts to ask.

If your child is applying for fifth grade or above, he or she will probably need to take the Secondary School Admission Test, or SSAT. The test includes sections for math and verbal skills, reading comprehension and a writing sample. Check with specific schools to see if your child needs to take the SSAT in the fall.

To connect with a variety of schools in one place, come to the free HAIS Education Fair on Saturday, Sept. 30, at the Hawai‘i Convention Center. With more than 40 private schools represented, the fair gives families the opportunity to meet with admissions teams and attend informational sessions on topics including financial aid and testing. For more information, visit hais.us.

If your child does not have much experience with tests such as the SSAT, you might want to provide some kind of practice beforehand and review the official study guide available at ssat.org. Some schools accept more than one set of SSAT results; again, check with each school.

By late fall, you should have narrowed your list of prospective schools. You may be asking yourself, “how many should I apply to?” The consensus among admissions directors is five so that even if your child doesn’t get into all of them, you’ll still have a variety of choices before you.

S U B M IT YO U R A P P LI CATI O N

Keep an eye on application deadlines. Remember, deadlines range from October to late February. You’ll want to create your own calendar to keep track of what’s due and when. Most admissions officers are happy to answer questions at any time throughout the process, especially if the school you are applying to uses a specific platform for its application.

Winter INQUIRE ABOUT FINANCIAL AID

It’s easy to get caught up in the application process, but don’t forget to ask about the financial-aid process too. Many Hawai‘i private schools will require you to complete a formal financial aid application administered by a third-party provider. The forms, due dates and tax return requirements may differ among schools, so be sure to verify requirements with each school. Read more commonly asked questions about financial aid on page PSG 15.

For families applying to Catholic schools, another source of aid may be the Augustine Educational Foundation. For more on the group, see augustinefoundation.org. Aid applications will be available in early January online at the foundation’s website and at all Hawai‘i Catholic school offices. Applications must be returned by the middle of March. There are other aid sources for Catholic school students as well. After you submit your admission application forms and perhaps your financial-aid application, be sure to keep track of when the schools require supplemental application information such as school transcripts, teacher reference forms and current year report cards. Some schools will allow additional extracurricular forms from your child’s coaches, volunteer coordinators or other organizational leaders. It is best to check with the schools as to what forms they will accept and in what format (online, paper, etc.). TH E I NTE RV I E W P R O C E S S

Almost all schools will then schedule an interview or activity session with your child. The intended outcome is that the school sees your child’s authentic self. If your child is applying for sixth grade or above, the school may schedule a writing exercise on the same day as the interview. Although schools take the writing samples seriously, there is no need to hire a tutoring agency to prep your child. Read more interview tips from admissions directors on page PSG 17.

Many schools incorporate parent interviews as part of their admissions process, although they may not label them as such. For example, if you are offered a meeting with the admissions director to discuss the admissions process, you may consider treating it as an interview. Similarly, if an admissions officer suggests having a separate conversation while your child completes their interview or writing sample, that’s an interview. Recognizing these opportunities allows you the space to share what your child is like while also asking questions about the school and deciding if it meets the needs of your child and family. Please know that the admissions director is genuinely interested in learning about your child and his or her potential. The person sitting across from you is not a “dean of rejection” but rather someone who is interested in learning more about your child and how he or she would fit into the school’s classrooms.

Spring TH E WA ITI N G P E R I O D

Once your application process is complete, the best thing to do is sit back and relax. While the process may seem long, each school is evaluating each application thoroughly and needs time to reflect on each component of your child’s application. In the spring, schools will announce their decisions either electronically or by mail. But since there’s no standard notification date among private schools, be sure to check with each one on when to expect a decision. TH E F I N A L D E C I S I O N

If your child is accepted to more than one school, you may ask the schools if it’s possible to visit the campuses and classrooms, and some schools may also offer shadow days to your child. This is a good time to listen to your child about which schools feel most comfortable. Once your child is admitted, you need to make a decision. Most schools require a deposit, which can range from several hundred

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dollars to more than a thousand. You may be faced with having to make a decision about a school before hearing back from all schools, since notification dates and acceptance deadlines can vary. F I N I S H I N G TO U C H E S

As soon as you’ve settled on a school, don’t forget to check if summer school is required for new students. At some schools, it’s mandatory for all new enrollees; at other schools it’s recommended but only required for certain students; and some schools only encourage it. In any case, it can be a good orientation to a new school.

I F YO U ’ R E P L AC E D I N A WA IT P O O L

While being placed in the wait pool may seem disappointing, candidates there are often considered eligible should a space become available in the future. It’s important to provide schools with updated progress reports or report cards while you are in the waiting pool. In some instances, attending summer school or programs on campus may provide the school another opportunity to get to know your child. Once the new school year begins, if your child has not been offered enrollment, you will need to reapply to be considered for admission the following school year.

HAIS Helps FIND A SCHOOL

HAIS search has filters for gender, boarding/ day schools, religious affiliation, grade levels offered and more. hais.us

OPEN HOUSE

It’s never too late! What happens if you’ve missed the regular deadlines? Maybe you’re a military family and you’ve arrived in the Islands after a school’s application deadline. Is all hope lost? Probably not. While some schools adhere to strict deadlines (especially for kindergarten and financial aid), many schools allow students to apply throughout the year. Some schools have rolling admissions, even accepting enrollment up until school starts, as long as space is available. But what should you do if you’ve missed a hard deadline? Contact the school’s admissions office to explain any extenuating circumstances or inquire about open spaces or the next application window. It can’t hurt to check.

Find a calendar of these meet-and-greet opportunities all year. hais.us/open-houses

NEED A TRANSCRIPT?

If your school is no longer open, HAIS may be able to get your transcript. Email krahn@hais.us

SUMMER PROGRAMS LISTING

Search and view summer offerings at member schools.

NAVIGATING ADMISSIONS

Watch webinars or sign up for a free newsletter to guide you along the way. hais.us/families

SPECIAL SESSIONS

HAIS invites guest speakers for special talks, free to families from member schools.

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The Importance of Licensing and Accreditation WHEN SELECTING A PRIVATE SCHOOL, YOU’LL WANT TO CONSIDER THESE KEY FACTORS. They’re more than just stamps of approval—whether or not a school is licensed or accredited can have profound effects on your child’s learning experience. And while they’re both important they’re not the same. Licensing and accreditation together help ensure parents and students that their school provides an excellent educational program and will be safe, secure and sustainable.

What is it?

Entities responsible

Private School License

Accreditation

All private K-12 schools in Hawai‘i are required to be licensed by the Hawai‘i Council of Private Schools or accredited by an HCPS-recognized accrediting body to ensure that they meet basic health, safety, operational and education program criteria to operate as a private school, according to Act 188 (1995), Act 227 (2019) and Act 61 (2022).

Accreditation is a process of review that certifies schools meet the standards of quality defined by the accrediting body. It is a self-reflective process that involves the entire school community in evaluating how well a school is providing a missiondriven education in a financially sustainable manner.

Hawai‘i Council of Private Schools

Hawai‘i Association of Independent Schools, or other accrediting bodies. See the abbreviations for these primary accreditations in the sidebar at right.

Who?

All Hawai‘i K-12 private schools are legally required to be HCPS-licensed or accredited by an HCPS-recognized accrediting body.

Any school that wishes to strive for excellence and engage in continual growth may pursue accreditation.

Why is it important?

It is a legal requirement that all K-12 private schools must comply with. An organization that is not licensed or compliant with the above acts is breaking the law and thus not recognized as a school. Students who attend such an organization will be considered truant under the law unless they’re registered with the Hawai‘i Department of Education as home-school students.

This peer review process allows schools to hold themselves publicly accountable and assures families and the wider community that their schools meet standards of excellence in education quality, operation, and faculty and staff competence. Many colleges and universities will only accept graduates from schools accredited by specific accrediting bodies.

Visit hais.us/licensing to read about licensing and to view the list of licensed/unlicensed/compliant schools, and find our guide on page PSG 47.

Review the list of schools on page PSG 47 or visit hais.us and use the “Find a School” feature.

How do I check if my child’s school is licensed and/or accredited?

Primary Accreditations AACS American Association of Christian Schools. National Christian accreditation body. aacs.org ACSI Association of Christian Schools International. Recognized by the National Council for Private School Accreditation. Accredits Christian schools from kindergarten through 12th grade. acsi.org AMS American Montessori Society. amshq.org AWSNA Association of Waldorf Schools of North America. waldorfeducation.org HAIS Hawai‘i Association of Independent Schools. Local umbrella organization that is part of the National Association of Independent Schools. hais.us NADCA North American Division Commission on Accreditation. Seventh-day Adventist accreditation organization. nadeducation.org NAEYC National Association for the Education of Young Children. National association of early childhood educators. Accredits preschool through third grade programs, including child care and before- and after-school programs. naeyc.org NLSA National Lutheran School Accreditation. Nationwide accrediting body for Lutheran schools. luthed.org/nlsa WASC Western Association of Schools and Colleges. One of six regional accrediting associations for schools and colleges. WASC covers the West Coast, Hawai‘i, other Pacific basin areas and East Asia. acswasc.org WCEA Western Catholic Educational Association. Accredits Hawai‘i Catholic schools. wcea.org

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Defining the Differences IT’S NOT JUST PUBLIC OR PRIVATE. THESE CATEGORIES WILL TELL YOU MORE ABOUT A SCHOOL’S FOCUS AND STYLE OF LEARNING.  Private/Independent Schools

 Parochial School

Each is driven by a unique mission, governed by an independent board of trustees and primarily supported through tuition and charitable contributions. Schools define their own mission and curriculum, vary in size and educational approach, and set their own standards for teacher credentials and performance as well as student admissions. There are elementary and secondary schools, day and boarding schools, single-sex and coeducational schools. All are accredited or licensed by staterecognized organizations. Some independent schools are religiously affiliated.

Such schools operate or are supported by a particular church or religious denomination. In broad usage, these schools embrace a religious affiliation and offer both secular and religious instruction in an environment guided by religious traditions and values.

 For-Profit School This is a private school that operates as a business whose purpose is to generate profit by providing an educational program and related services. For-profit schools are either owned by individuals or corporations. Membership in the Hawai‘i Association of Independent Schools is currently limited to nonprofit schools.  Nonprofit School Most private schools in Hawai‘i are nonprofit, which means the distribution of assets to shareholders or members is prohibited. These schools typically engage in various forms of fundraising to balance their operating budgets. Any additional revenue must be reinvested to achieve the school’s goals, rather than distributed as profit. Most nonprofit private schools have been granted 501(c)(3) status from the Internal Revenue Service, which makes them tax-exempt, and permits them to accept tax-deductible contributions.

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 Montessori At these schools, child development, educational philosophy and methods of instruction are grounded in the work of Italian physician and educator Maria Montessori (1870–1952). The Montessori approach centers around harmonious relationships among the child, teacher and environment. Montessori believes in educating the whole child and follows the interests of the child at his or her optimal pace. The teachers, who are usually focused on early education, are often referred to as guides or directresses as their primary role is to guide the child to navigate through the “prepared environment.”  Waldorf This school’s view of human development, curriculum and learning derives from the life work of Austrian philosopher and teacher Rudolf Steiner (1861–1925). Art is the main medium of instruction and creativity, developmental appropriateness and the joyful aspects of learning. The curriculum integrates subject matter that parallels the psychological development of the child. More than a century old, Waldorf education can be found everywhere, with well over 1,000 schools worldwide.  Reggio Emilia Reggio Emilia is a municipality in Northern Italy known worldwide for its childcentered and inquiry-based approach to

early learning since its first schools opened in 1963. At its core are relationship building and treating children as highly capable and intelligent. Children and educators work to co-construct the meaning of an experience, in an environment respectful of children and one that provides context for learning. The documentation of learning and professional learning is key to the Reggio Emilia approach.  Competency-Based Learning In this approach to education, the focus is on the student’s demonstration of desired learning outcomes as central to the learning process. It is focused on the student’s progression and observable skills as he or she learns to master a task. Instead of the traditional models that measure success in several fields at the end of a time period, students must learn the task at hand before continuing to the next.  International Baccalaureate The worldwide nonprofit education program focuses on teaching students to think critically and independently, and to inquire with care and logic. There are four IB education programs, all of which are intended to develop students’ intellectual, emotional, personal and social skills. High school students will mostly engage in the IB Diploma Program and the Career-Related Program. More than 5,000 schools in 150 countries use IB curriculums.  Blended Learning This approach combines face-to-face and online learning experiences, which complement each other. Generally, students can control the time, place, path and/or pace of their education.

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Financial Aid FAQs Q. Who should apply for financial aid? A. Everyone who is interested in a school should apply; that may be the only way you’ll learn if you qualify. A big misconception is that if parents make “too much,” they won’t receive aid, but that’s not necessarily true. Most of the schools we spoke with are offering either the same amount as years past or even more. Make sure to let the school know about any changes to your finances this year that are not reflected in your 2022 tax returns.

Q. Will applying for aid affect my child’s chances of being admitted? A. No. Admission and financial aid decisions are separate and independent.

Q. Is need determined by my salary? A. Not entirely. Many parents ask, “How much do I have to make in order to qualify?” It depends on each family’s situation, including what assets or debt they have, the number of children in a tuition-charging school, as well as household income. Applications are taken on a case-by-case basis. The website finaid.org has a calculator that takes into account various factors to analyze need. Find it at finaid.org/ calculators/finaidestimate.

Q. Do I need to apply every year? A. Yes. In general, if there is little or no change in your family’s circumstances, you can expect the award to stay at about the same level. Though

the process doesn’t change much from year to year, some schools, such as St. Andrew’s and St. Anthony School, have shifted to new third-party application platforms this year, so the process may look a little different.

Q. Are there other options for financial aid? A. Checking with the school of your choice is always best—some, including Mary, Star of the Sea School, offer scholarships. The independent agency School and Student Services offers resources and support. There are also various scholarship opportunities available locally and nationally: Kamehameha Schools offers Pauahi Keiki Scholars and Kīpona scholarships for children with Native Hawaiian ancestry attending participating schools. Parents can apply for subsidies through PATCH Hawai‘i’s Preschool Open Doors program, Child Care Connection Hawai‘i, or Child Care Aware of America, which helps military families. Keiki O Ka ‘Āina’s HELP program also serves Native Hawaiian preschool children. Look for other resources from churches, community organizations and private foundations that support education. The Augustine Educational Foundation applications open in January. Mary, Star of the Sea School also offers sibling discounts.

Q. What are the common mistakes parents make? A. Not starting early. Applications are often available in the fall and the process of gathering all the documents can be time-consuming. You’ll need your most recent tax returns before beginning. Punahou School offers financial aid webinars to assist its

families. Turn in everything before the deadline so there is time for the office to ensure all necessary documents are in order, especially if the school needs any additional information to make a final decision. Reach out to the school for help if you have questions. It’s not guaranteed that you’ll receive aid. Q. Do you need to repay financial aid? A. No. It is a grant, not a loan.

Q. If parents are divorced, do both of them still need to provide information? A. Yes. Each biological parent needs to submit a separate form. Stepparents are often also required to do the same.

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Accreditation & Licensing Is the school licensed or approved by a recognized accrediting body?

College Acceptance Rate How many of the school’s graduates go on to higher education? What’s the college counseling department like at the school?

Affordability What’s the tuition? What about other costs? Are there general fees? How much are books, other activity fees, general student costs?

Before- And AfterSchool Programs Can younger children be dropped off before, or stay after, regular school hours?

Curriculum

Entry Points

Are there advanced placement or international baccalaureate classes? Does the school have co-curricular, athletic, art, music and drama programs? Is a specific educational program followed, such as the Montessori or Waldorf method? How about year-round, block or modular scheduling?

The most common entry points are preschool/kindergarten, sixth and ninth grades; however, each school’s entry points vary. Do many children transfer into the school at a certain grade? Are there ages at which the school does not accept new students?

What Are You Looking For? Is there a variety of extracurricular activities? Sports teams, a drama club, a school newspaper? How about opportunities for community service?

Location

Mission And Philosophy

How long will your morning commute be? What is the physical campus like?

Have you looked over the school’s mission statement and seen how it is incorporated into the school? Why was the school founded and how has its mission changed over the years?

Selectivity How difficult is it to gain admission into the school? If you apply to selective schools, make sure to apply to several.

You and your child should have a clear idea of exactly what you want in a private school before you begin the search. Here are some general areas you might consider.

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Size What’s the total school size? Class size? Student-to-teacher ratio? How does the school fit with what you know about your child?

Financial Aid Is financial aid offered? How many students benefit from financial-aid programs? When must you apply?

Religious Affiliation Does the school have religious ties? Is it independently governed or overseen by a church organization?

Type Do you want a coeducational school or an all-boys or all-girls school? Which would work best for your child?

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Extracurricular Activities

How to Ace the Interview HERE ARE A FEW TIPS FROM EDUCATORS TO KEEP STRESS DOWN AND YOUR CHILD’S SPIRITS UP. You may be accustomed to studying for a test but an interview is different—and preparing your child for it can be intimidating for the whole family. And while some schools only speak with parents, others require those one-on-one chats with kids. What are schools really looking for during the interview? We asked admissions directors and administrators for the most common mistakes parents make and their tips for making the best impression. First off, keep calm. When parents are stressed, kids can tell. “We want your child to come in relaxed and feeling good about themselves,” says Jennifer Banquil, director of admissions at Island Pacific Academy. “It always helps when students can be themselves and they don’t have to worry about answering all the questions correctly.” There are no right or wrong answers. Many schools offer virtual interviews, which can be less stressful, but you should still prepare just as you would if it were in person. Interviews with younger children may focus more on social readiness, while middle and high schoolers will likely have more focus on academics. Regardless of age, here are nine tips to help you make the most of this meeting.

Interviewing Tips Explain to your child what will happen during the interview. Tell your child that they may be going with and talking to another adult. Sometimes younger students will cry when they realize they’re going to be separated from their parents, so the heads-up is vital. 1

Practice with a mock interview. Even the bubbliest kids can get shy when being asked questions by a stranger. Ask a family friend to help with a few practice sessions. But don’t rehearse or script answers.

Pay attention to the details of the process. Read through the information the school sends you about the interview and assessments or tests thoroughly so you can tell your child what to expect.

Get to know the school ahead of time. Find out what types of programs it offers so you can ask specific questions. Parents should also prep their child to talk about what the individual private school focuses on so they can tell the interviewer why they want to attend. Be aware of the school’s mission and philosophy.

On interview day, don’t overdress. Kids should look presentable but be comfortable, since they may be asked to play or work during the interview, depending on the age of the child. Look up the school’s dress code and wear something similar.

As much as possible, have your child get a good night’s sleep. The day of the interview, be sure your child eats a good breakfast. And if the interview is scheduled during your child’s worst time of day, don’t be afraid to ask to reschedule—as long as you give the school enough notice. 6

Let your child speak for himor herself. Some parents put too much pressure on their kids to answer questions a certain way. The school wants to hear from your keiki and get a better sense of who they really are. Don’t rob them of the opportunity. “The more engaged the student is during the interview, the better,” says Rebekah Kirby, admissions officer at Asia Pacific International School. “One-word answers or responses like ‘I don’t know’ signal that the student isn’t interested in the conversation or school,” so it’s important to be prepared. 7

Don’t count on every interview being the same. Parents will often ask other parents (family members, friends, co-workers, etc.) who are also enrolling their child in the same school, “Hey, what questions did the interviewer ask your child?” But questions may change, so don’t get too wrapped up in someone else’s experience. 8

Prepare for the possibility of rejection. Keep your disappointment in perspective. Buying into a win-lose mindset can be harmful for you and your child. Remember that there are limited spots and many different roads to success. A kindergarten rejection is not likely to dictate your child’s future. 9

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Choosing the school that’s right for your child is an important decision. There is no such thing as a one-size-fits-all education. Hawai‘i’s independent schools offer numerous opportunities for learning, focused on students’ different styles of learning and parents’ different values. Read about 30 schools in the following pages, from preschool to high school, to find one that will be a great fit for your child.

Index of Advertisers • Assets School PSG 19

• Le Jardin Academy PSG 34

• Damien Memorial School PSG 22

• Mary Star of the Sea School PSG 45

• Hanahau‘oli School PSG 23

• Mary, Star of the Sea Early Learning Center PSG 45

• Hanalani Schools PSG 24 • Hawai‘i Baptist Academy PSG 25 • Hawai‘i Conference of Seventh Day Adventists PSG 26

• Montessori Community School PSG 37 • Punahou School PSG 38

• Holy Nativity School PSG 28

• Sacred Hearts Academy PSG 39

• Hongwanji Mission School PSG 43

• Sacred Hearts Academy Early Learning Center PSG 46

• ‘Iolani School PSG 30 • Island Pacific Academy PSG 31 • Kaimuki Christian School PSG 32 • Kamehameha Schools PSG 20-21 • Kawaiaha‘o Church School PSG 43 • La Pietra—Hawaii School for Girls PSG 33

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• Mid-Pacific Institute PSG 36

• Hawai‘i Preparatory Academy PSG 27

• Honolulu Waldorf School PSG 29

• Maryknoll School PSG 35

• St. Andrew’s Schools PSG 42 • St. Clement’s School PSG 44 • St. John Vianney School PSG 44 • Saint Louis School PSG 40 • Saint Mark Lutheran School PSG 41

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Kamehameha Schools

Hānai i ke keiki, ola ka lāhui. Nurture the child and the lāhui thrives.

Legacy of a Princess Princess Bernice Pauahi Bishop believed that education was the key to uplifting her people and offering hope for their future. For over 130 years Kamehameha Schools has remained true to our founder’s vision and continues to cultivate ‘ōiwi leaders strong in Native Hawaiian identity who go on to serve their families and communities in an ever-changing world.

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74% of tri-campus haumāna receive full or partial aid

95% of the Class of 2022 felt prepared for their plans after graduation

73% of preschool haumāna receive full or partial aid

94% of seniors who applied were accepted into a 4-year college

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Key Dates For Admissions PRESCHOOL

Application window: August 15, 2023–January 31, 2024

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Kamehameha Schools’ policy on admissions is to give preference to children of Hawaiian ancestry to the extent permitted by law.

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Kamehameha Preschools All 30 of our Kamehameha Preschools are designed to nurture and educate the whole child. Hawaiian values are learned from ideas into actions, encouraging kamali‘i to grow in confidence of who they are as ‘ōiwi and as members of society. Princess Pauahi’s legacy, aloha for each other, and the E Ola! framework provide keiki with a thriving, safe, and vibrant space of learning.

Kamehameha Schools Kapālama Campus 1887 Makuakāne Street, Honolulu • (808) 842-8211 At Kamehameha Schools Kapālama haumāna learn that they are descendants of greatness. These future ‘ōiwi leaders learn the values embedded in their rich cultural legacy to strengthen their identity and agency for positive change. Ho‘ōla Lāhui drives a common purpose and unifying goal for all haumāna and staff. Each keiki becomes the best version of themselves—academically prepared, culturally aware, and deeply rooted in their identity as Hawaiians.

Kamehameha Schools Maui Campus 275 ‘A‘apueo Parkway, Pukalani • (808) 572-3100 At Kamehameha Schools Maui we stand firm in our core value of Ku‘upau and are committed to going the distance. Haumāna and kumu are set on personalized learning pathways that unleash their full potential allowing them to revive what it means to be proud and educated Hawaiians in the 21st century. Curriculum and culture are synonymous, whether learning takes place in the classroom or on ‘āina. By embracing the fundamental skills of our kūpuna, each haumāna leaves Kamehameha Schools Maui prepared to serve their community.

Kamehameha Schools Hawai‘i Campus 16-716 Volcano Road, Kea‘au • (808) 982-0000 At Kamehameha Schools Hawai‘i, haumāna co-create a vision for their future. Together, we work to grow each student’s ‘Ōiwi Edge—a strong ancestral foundation that shapes their agency, adaptability, and well-being, giving them a competitive advantage in their journey to find their unique purpose and kuleana in service to our lāhui. Students engage in rigorous issues-based learning that is globally relevant, using technology to discover cutting-edge applications of ‘ōiwi scholarship and advocacy. Kamehameha Schools Hawai‘i students are the authors of their own mo‘olelo.

Admissions & Resource Centers Learn more about Kamehameha Schools campuses, preschools and programs through their Admissions Office or by visiting a Kamehameha Schools Resource Center near you. Kaua‘i (808) 245-8070 Moloka‘i/Lāna‘i (808) 553-3673 Maui (808) 242-1891

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Damien Memorial School 1401 Houghtailing Street, Honolulu, HI 96817 (808) 841-0195 | Damien.edu

OUNDED in 1962, Damien Memorial School provides young men and women grades 6 to 12 with a quality Catholic, college preparatory education, which focuses on the development of the whole person and celebrates each individual’s value and dignity in the tradition of the Congregation of the Christian Brothers. As it celebrates its 60th Anniversary, Damien has gained recognition over the years for its academic rigor and its emphasis on the Catholic identity and the spiritual life of its students. The school’s value-based learning environment is exemplified by its motto, “Viriliter Age,” (Latin for “act courageously), which encourages students to be responsible, respectful, and communityminded citizens. A quiet and safe campus in Honolulu and a student-teacher ratio of 12:1 ensure individualized attention from dedicated faculty and a close-knit community among students. The school is committed to providing an education that prepares its approximately 600 students annually to excel in institutions of higher learning and to succeed in their chosen future. Every year, approximately 98% of Damien’s graduates pursue higher education, and its Class of 2023 earned $7.5 million in academic scholarships to attend over 150 prestigious colleges and universities across 30 states nationwide. Accredited by WASC, HAIS, and WCEA, Damien’s comprehensive curriculum of college prep academics, athletics and arts includes AP and Honors courses, Dual Credit opportunities, and various electives. Its advanced science and technology program include a 1:1 Mac initiative for students, the use of eBooks vs traditional

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textbooks, a Design and Innovation Studio, an App Creator course specializing in JavaScript and designing mobile apps and video games, a nationally recognized Robotics team, and a Media Center to accommodate live broadcasts, podcasts, audio & video recordings, and digital photography. Damien is also one of the few schools in Hawaii offering hydroponics and aquaculture labs for its students. Recent upgrades place Damien at the forefront of technology. Smartboards & projectors have been replaced with streaming technology and a significant increase in broadband that can enable content to be sent from teacher laptops directly to new 65-in TVs in each classroom. A full athletic program fields competitive varsity and intermediate teams in the Interscholastic League of Honolulu. As a legacy of the school’s two patrons, St. Damien of Molokai and Blessed Edmund Rice, the founder of the Christian Brothers, Campus Ministry and Christian Service are integral facets of school culture and tradition, providing opportunities for faith formation and personal growth. Located near Bishop Museum, Damien is easily accessible from downtown Honolulu, Leeward and Windward communities, and all Oahu military bases. Families are welcome to contact the admissions office at (808) 440-9527 to schedule a campus tour and experience the “Damien Difference” for themselves.

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Hanahau‘oli School

PHOTOS: COURTESY OF HANAHAU‘OLI SCHOOL

A Century Plus of Lifelong, Joyful Learning

1922 Makiki Street, Honolulu, HI 96822 (808) 949-6461 | Hanahauoli.org

tep onto Hanahau‘oli’s green and vibrant campus and you will hear, see, and feel joyous work- children collaborating, playing, imagining, building, and wondering. This is because the Junior Kindergarten through 6th Grade progressive school recognizes and celebrates childhood as its own distinct and important stage of life and honors the natural way children learn—through play. “At Hanahau‘oli, children experience a childhood brimming with play, experiential learning, authentic experiences and intimate relationships at a pace that supports growth through deep reflection and inquiry,” says Head of School Lia Woo, a Hanahau‘oli graduate herself. Translated as “joyous work” in Hawaiian, Hanahau‘oli offers families a carefully designed and developmentally appropriate learning environment, grounded in comprehensive research on child development. Key to this joyous work is deep and caring relationships among children, teachers, staff, and families. “Our close-knit community ensures every child is known and valued for their uniqueness,” says Woo. “In our progressive curriculum, children take active leadership roles in the running of the school, learning from an early age the value of interdependence and community.” A multiage classroom structure is intentionally organized to meet children where they are—both cognitively and socially. Designed in a two-year cycle, the curriculum gives students and parents an opportunity to develop longer lasting relationships with the teachers

who support them. Lia Woo “Our excellent and knowledgeable Head of School teachers, who stay current on best practices, work to provide opportunities for students to lead, follow, collaborate, as well as to express autonomy,” says Woo. Hanahau‘oli’s educational program includes an integrated curriculum with full-time specialist teachers in Visual Art, Physical World Lab (shop), Music, Mandarin, Orchestra/Band, Physical Education, Library Studies and Hawaiian Culture. Valued as an essential part of a child’s learning and growth at Hanahau‘oli, the arts offer self-expression while also nurturing in children an appreciation of the value of quality. As a progressive school, Hanahau‘oli responds to a changing world, believing that real-life problems and situations offer the best means for developing useful skills and understandings and becoming productive members of a democratic community. Cleaning plastics from beaches, educating the community about democracy and the right to vote, and promoting local agriculture are some of the issues students engage in. Hanahau‘oli offers an After School Camp and Enrichment Classes to support families and learners and continue joyous work into the late afternoon. Campers may choose to play indoors or out, or join clubs, classes, and clinics based on their passions and interests. Multi-age Hui groups anchor campers and help to build community across the school. Hanahau‘oli’s five-week summer program celebrates the wonder of learning. “The Skills We Need” program continues Hanahau‘oli’s commitment to supporting the community, offering tuition-free summer school for students from DOE Title 1 schools. “At Hanahau‘oli, we harness our progressive practices and creativity so that students respond to our changing world with purpose, compassion, and leadership,” reflects Woo. “Students embrace responsibility for themselves, for others, and for a better future society.” 2024 PRIVATE SCHOOL GUIDE |

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94-294 Anania Drive, Mililani, HI 96789 We develop leaders with Christian character the Hanalani way — by living out our motto of love God, love others, and challenge yourself! Nestled on six beautiful acres in Mililani, Hanalani Schools has prepared students for success in both college and life since 1952. Hanalani serves approximately 700 students from Preschool through Grade 12 and seeks to enrich the whole child — mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually — to develop caring leaders. Our class sizes allow students to try new things, have a multitude of experiences, and discover their passions. Students receive a high-quality education based on a foundation of core knowledge, critical skills, and Christian character while learning in a healthy and safe environment. Real-World Experiences Our innovative approach to education provides students with hands-on projects and interdisciplinary lessons. Through a curriculum based on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math), learning goes beyond the classroom, allowing students to discover how lessons apply in the real world. Our annual STEAM Week is a week dedicated to providing our students with the opportunity to develop a mindset of being a problem solver, and a lifelong learner. The length of time allows students to have a sense of ownership over the projects and their overall learning experiences.

ILH and HHSAA championships for school year 2022-23.

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Innovative Learning Areas Upper School students learn applied engineering in our Makerspace, a dynamic area where projects come to life by using many different resources from hand tools to laser cutters. Lower School students ideate solutions and collaborate effectively in our Innovation Lab by working with a variety of materials and resources from Kapla Blocks to 3D printers. Our Exploration Station ignites our Early Childhood students’ creativity through imaginative play.

Join the Hanalani ‘Ohana We accept applications for Preschool through Grade 12 on a first-come, first-served basis. The priority deadline for admissions is December 15. Visit our campus at Open House events in the Fall and Spring to see how your child can dream, learn, and do — the Hanalani way! Or contact the Admissions Department for a personalized tour.

A Values-Driven Community Hanalani’s nurturing environment instills lifelong values and teaches students to love God and others. Our nationally recognized Student Leadership Teams not only plan events for our student body but also coordinate outreach projects for our school ‘ohana to serve the community through Christ.

HANALANI.ORG FOR MORE INFORMATION, visit Hanalani.org, call (808) 625-0737 x 456 or email admissions@hanalani.org.

Our Commitment to Families Hanalani is committed to assisting families with affording a private school education for their child. Our Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) provides need-based financial assistance up to 50% of tuition, and our Royal Merit Scholarship for

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students in Grades 7-12 is a merit-based award of up to $2,000 annually. The Thomas J. Vincent Foundation Scholarship, may cover up to 100% of tuition for new students entering Grades 7-12, and can continue until graduation.

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HBA: Faith, Innovation, and Leadership Hawai‘i Baptist Academy brings faith and learning together so that we may join God in the formation of people and the transformation of the world.

HAWAI’I BAPTIST ACADEMY HBA Preschool at GracePoint 95-1080 Ukuwai St, Mililani (808) 536-6830 HBA Elementary Campus (JK-6) 21 Bates Street, Honolulu (808) 536-6830 HBA Middle & High School (7-12) 2425 Pali Highway, Honolulu (808) 595-7585 Email: admissions@hba.net

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Hawai’i Baptist Academy (HBA) serves more than 1,100 students from preschool through high school in a nurturing Christian environment. The elementary, middle, and high school campuses are conveniently located in beautiful Ron Shiira ‘75, Nu’uanu Valley, just minutes away from President downtown Honolulu. HBA also operates a satellite preschool, HBA Preschool at GracePoint, located in Mililani Mauka. While HBA is known for its strong academics, for nearly 75 years it has brought faith and learning together to provide a rich foundation for students to confidently pursue their passions beyond the classroom. HBA cultivates the values of humility, curiosity, love, and commitment with the conviction that these core values will help students navigate through the hills and valleys of life. DISCOVER YOUR GOD-GIVEN TALENTS

HBA is just the right size. It is large enough to offer a wide variety of academic programs, including 20+ Advanced Placement and elective courses, yet small enough where students are able to receive personalized attention from their instructors. HBA students thrive in smaller class sizes and develop life-long friendships with their peers. There are also

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numerous opportunities for students to participate in the arts and extra-curricular activities, with more than 50 campus clubs to choose from. HBA’s athletic program offers 45+ teams including basketball, volleyball, tennis, cross country, golf, bowling, cheerleading, and track & field—with 13 additional sports offered through PAC-Five.

Nearly 70 percent of middle and high school students compete in interscholastic sports annually, with approximately 40 percent participating in multiple sports. Our elementary students also compete in interscholastic sports and are offered a variety of clubs from ukulele to gardening. While students are given many avenues to explore their individual interests and passions, the heart and soul of our school is our teachers, who nurture and encourage students spiritually, intellectually, physically, socially, and emotionally. A NEW EARLY LEARNING COMMUNITY

In 2021, HBA welcomed four-year-olds to its elementary campus through a new junior kindergarten program. In 2022, HBA opened its first satellite preschool, HBA Preschool at GracePoint, in Mililani Mauka.

“Our students are lights in our community and we are excited to expand beyond the greater Honolulu area and into Central Oah’u,” said Ron Shiira, President of HBA. “Along with supporting the need in our community for strong early education programs, we are helping to strengthen the educational pipeline starting with Hawai‘i’s youngest learners.”

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An Adventist school education can help your child make better moral decisions and grow up to become a trustworthy community leader. We believe that God’s design is for the “whole person” development – mental, physical, and spiritual. O‘AHU Adventist Malama Elementary School (808) 696-3988 Mālama Na Keiki O Wai‘anae Preschool (808) 696-3988 Hawaiian Mission Academy (808) 536-2207 Hawaiian Mission Academy Ka Lama Iki (808) 949-2033 Hawaiian Mission Academy Windward Campus (808) 261-0565 KAUA‘I Kāhili Adventist School (808) 346-8320 Kāhili Adventist Preschool (808) 634-5423 MAUI Hawaiian Mission Academy Maui (808) 877-7813

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You’re already our neighbor; come join our ‘ohana! At Hawai‘i Preparatory Academy, learning goes beyond the ordinary, thanks to opportunities found only on Hawai‘i Island. HPA combines a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum with the chance to design and conduct your own realworld research, arts, or community projects. Through capstone classes, 17 Advanced Placement courses, the award-winning Michael and Jeannette Saalfeld Energy Lab, immersive local learning, and other signature programs—HPA supports and empowers students to hone skills, build confidence, and create an impressive and competitive body of work for college and life beyond.

A global village

If you choose Residential Life at HPA, you’ll be in excellent company. Roughly half of our Upper School students live on campus. Some students come from as far away as Nigeria or New York City; others are Hawai‘i residents who prefer the convenience (and fun!) of dormitory life. Reduced rates are available for instate residential students. Residential students live in three historic residence halls and one smaller house-dorm, designed by renowned architect Vladimir Ossipoff. Each are within a short walk of the classroom, athletic, and arts facilities, and are supervised by resident dorm faculty with 24/7 security. During the school day, students attend classes covering everything from Algebra to the Art of Storytelling or Mandarin to Modern-day Voyaging. Then it’s off to athletics or co-curriculars, where Ka Makani take their pick from classics like football or soccer to more unique offerings like equestrian or yoga.

Something for everyone

From star-gazing to surfing and everything in between, amazing opportunities await you outside of class. While academics come first at HPA, outside interests are essential to living a balanced, happy life—and it’s our goal to help students discover and pursue their passions.

Active, ambitious academics

Even if you don’t quite know what your “thing” is yet, we’re ready to help our students expand and explore. We believe a high school education should empower you to do real stuff in the real world. It should prepare you for the self-motivated work that universities expect and the ingenuity that future employers will demand.

Setting you up for a bright future

No matter where your interests lie, we are here to help you find a college, university, or program that fits your learning style and supports your dreams. That could mean a high-profile, urban institution; an engineering institute; a small, rural, liberal arts college; film, art, or design school; a culinary program; or an international gap year adventure—the world is open to you. Recent placements include Stanford University, Yale University, Dartmouth College, Princeton University, Cornell University, University of Southern California, University of California-Berkeley, and many more.

Broaden your horizons in your own backyard

Unlock the Hawai‘i Preparatory Academy difference and discover why HPA is a place to learn like nowhere else!

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Holy Nativity School 5286 Kalaniana‘ole Highway, Honolulu, HI 96821 (808) 373-3232 | holynativityschool.org

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Learning to be a leader and positive mentor is a big part of the HNS experience. Book Buddies is one of the signature HNS mentorship traditions that foster important bonds between our older and younger students.

Upper elementary students discover new horizons as they explore our neighbor islands during their annual class trips, integrating learning across the curriculum.

oly Nativity School is a small school with big experiences, a big heart, and a big reputation for excellence. Built on deep relationships and personalized attention, the HNS motto is character, heart, and excellence. Head of School Jeanne Wilks celebrates that, “HNS is your neighborhood school in East Honolulu and is rooted in the Episcopal tradition of respect and inclusion.” Small School. HNS is small by design. We serve students from preschool through grade six, with two teachers in each classroom. One class per grade ensures that every student is given the ability to take on new challenges while continuing to develop strengths. Our beautiful, safe, and quiet four-acre campus boasts three playfields, a fullsize gymnasium, dedicated art room and kiln, and music room— facilities often seen at larger schools. At HNS, every child is truly known and “personal best” is part of our regular practice, not just a clever tagline. Big Experiences. HNS students have the dual benefits of a small school (personalized learning, where every child is known and appreciated) with the opportunities of big experiences. HNS offers unique endeavors including a variety of trips; visits with community leaders; and authentic student leadership where students chair school events, organizing everything from communications to logistics.Students participate in weekly specialist classes in music, arts, PE, religion, and Mindfulness. A variety of co-curricular and extra-curricular activities also allow students to find their role in sports teams, chapel services, speech team, and more. Developing student affinities, talents, and agency is a fundamental part of the HNS philosophy. Students gain confidence from trying new things in a school that understands how to balance support and challenge, honest feedback and encouragement.

Deep Relationships. Child rearing in the early years is especially sweet when shared with friends who become like family. With frequent and transparent communication between faculty, administration and families, along with an active Parent-Teacher Organization and a robust network of alumni, HNS is a place where children and parents develop friendships that often become lifelong. As we celebrate our 75th anniversary this year, we reflect with awe about the many children and families whom we have been blessed to serve.

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The Great Pumpkin Festival at HNS is East Honolulu’s favorite family-friendly, community-oriented fall event with a legendary pumpkin patch, keiki games, shave ice, country store, and Drive-In movies.

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Honolulu Waldorf School Kula Ho‘omohala Pua (Early Childhood–High School)

350 Ulua Street, Honolulu, HI 96821 (808) 377-5471 | honoluluwaldorf.org PHOTOS BY: HONOLULU WALDORF SCHOOL

ounded in 1961, Kula Ho‘omohala Pua, or the Honolulu Waldorf School, provides an extraordinary education for children from preschool through high school. Grounded in the core values of Waldorf education, children are immersed in a rich Dr. Suzy Travis program that meets them at their Head of School unique developmental stages of growth, fosters creativity, ignites curiosity, and inspires deep, lifelong learning.

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HWS Students learn Hawaiian culture and history; grades students performing hula in our May Day festival.

Culturally diverse curriculum and hands-on learning are some of the highlights of a Waldorf education.

Head In our early childhood program, young students develop their language and pre-literacy skills through the art of storytelling, puppetry, and dramatic arts. As they progress into the Grades program, they create their own textbooks and learn through hands-on experiences. In the upper grades, students are immersed in a comprehensive curriculum that includes subjects such as sacred geometry, physics, chemistry, and revolutions. Our school history shows that students who complete a Waldorf education emerge into the world with an empathetic approach toward others, healthy self-image, and sense of purpose. Heart Our ‘ohana values the principles of care, kindness, and service to others. Coursework extends beyond the classroom through off-campus service projects and trips that enable our students to connect with the wider community. We celebrate the world around us through special events that bring learning to life. We collaborate with parents through education events, social gatherings, and community involvement. Hands We believe in learning through doing. On campus, children can be seen jumping rope while counting in multiples, singing in a variety of languages, knitting, designing experiments, and discovering the world around them. We recognize the value of play and provide our students with ample space to explore. Even on rainy days, students can be found joyfully finding new ways to learn. We also emphasize the importance of quality work and encourage our students to strive for beauty, truth, and goodness in everything they do.

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Grade 6 students bonding during their spring trip to Kona, Hawai‘i.

Join Our ‘Ohana Honolulu Waldorf School serves a diverse student population that shares the values, and seek the benefits of, a Waldorf education. We welcome and include students from diverse social, learning, economic, and cultural backgrounds. Although the school year begins in August, we are open to new students throughout the year. Honolulu Waldorf School offers tuition assistance; please visit the school’s website for more information. 2024 PRIVATE SCHOOL GUIDE |

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‘Iolani School 563 Kamoku Street, Honolulu, HI 96826 (808) 943-2222 | iolani.org

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n independent college preparatory school for students in grades kindergarten through 12th grade, ‘Iolani

School fosters educational excellence and personal growth in an environment that values collaboration, humility, and respect for all community members.

Academic Excellence ‘Iolani School offers a range of academics that prepare students for college and beyond. The K–12 learning experience is personalized in small classes with a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. The state-of-the-art Sullivan Center gives students space to innovate and discover their passions through creativity and problem-solving. Academic excellence and personal growth flourish through a dynamic curriculum, which includes courses such as Economics & Entrepreneurship, Video Game Design, and Robotics.

New Spaces for Engagement and Exploration ‘Iolani continues its mission to create leading-edge facilities and exceptional learning spaces with the announcement of the December 2025 opening of The Arrillaga Student Center. The 40,000 sq foot student center will be a vibrant epicenter where the ‘Iolani ‘ohana comes together to forge deep connections, nurture emotional wellbeing, and create everlasting memories. Some features include a twostory dining hall, a new 6th-grade community, a roof-top event space, and interactive and recreational spaces for the Residential Life program. Raider Ready! With the disruption of the pandemic and academic life for students, ‘Iolani created a Raider Ready! Program in which all newly enrolled K–12 students can take summer courses for free. This summer program provides an opportunity for students to get acclimated to the campus, meet fellow classmates, and prepare academically for the year ahead.

Social and Emotional Wellness of Students Service to Community To foster confidence and compassion, ‘Iolani also makes time to For over ten years, ‘Iolani School has partnered with schools in Pālolo address non-academic skills. Small class sizes allow teachers to make Valley to bring underserved youth educational opportunities that great connections with students and form peer-to-peer relationships. Students in 6th and 7th grade take advisory courses with a curriculum that support and empower them. The KA‘I, or Kūkulu Alaka‘i ‘Iolani (meaning focuses on positive peer interactions, study skills, and digital citizenship. “Creation of Leaders”), programs include summer school for 7–12th-grade students, keiki classes, tutoring, and postsecondary support. ‘Iolani students take part in the service programs by tutoring “One Team” Culture many of the students. This speaks to the “One Team” philosophy of A global community, ‘Iolani’s “One Team” philosophy started in the supporting the greater community. 1930s by football coach Father Kenneth Bray, who instilled in his Additionally, the ‘Āina-Informatics Network engages ‘Iolani School players that the team is more important than the self. Today, “One students in real-world problems through modern genomics and Team” is seen through every aspect of school life, from classrooms to bioethics. This work expanded across the Islands into a hui of schools athletics. It promotes a culture of caring for others through mutual support, humility, and determination while working to achieve success. whose students collectively participate in citizen science.

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Head of School Josh Watson joins students in a mural project.

La Pietra

Hawai‘i School for Girls 2933 Poni Moi Rd, Honolulu, HI 96815 (808) 922-2744 | LaPietra.edu

or nearly 60 years, La Pietra has been educating young women to lead a life of purpose. As an independent, college preparatory school for girls in grades 6-12, students are encouraged to use their voices, explore their passions, and discover their purpose.

Purpose-Driven Curriculum With over 100 courses, La Pietra offers a variety of electives, college preparatory classes, and Advanced Placement courses. Partnerships with Global Online Academy (GOA) and One Schoolhouse offers the opportunity to connect with other students from different cultures, providing a more global perspective. Additionally, La Pietra believes that a multidisciplinary Women’s and Gender Studies program is an essential part of its curriculum that explores topics ranging from gender identity and women in the modern workplace, to perspectives in women’s history. This rich array of courses allows students to reach their academic and personal potential and prepares them to find success in higher education and beyond. Nurturing Leaders & Lifelong Learners La Pietra’s supportive and connected community is the best place for today’s young woman to fully become herself and to realize her purpose. Students benefit from exceptional teaching faculty, small classes and a nurturing environment that encourages self-exploration, creativity and critical thinking. With a low student-teacher ratio, La Pietra students thrive academically and socially in a diverse community that offers personalized attention. The small-school environment also provides a unique array of leadership opportunities.

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Tuition Aid Opens Doors At La Pietra, we believe cost should never be a barrier to a quality education, and we are proud to award over $385,000 in tuition aid annually. Nearly 60 percent of students are able to afford a private school education by reducing their family’s tuition cost with need-based financial aid and/or merit scholarship, making enrollment accessible and affordable for all families.

Discover Your Purpose at La Pietra Scan to learn more about our unique community and find out how new students and families can experience our beautiful campus.

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A FAITH-FILLED EDUCATION, PREPARING STUDENTS FOR LIFE'S JOURNEY

2023 National Champions “Having attended Maryknoll since Pre-K, I was truly able to grow into myself—as a person and in the fields I’m interested in. Through Maryknoll’s hands-on education, I developed my emotional intelligence and critical thinking, and applied it to topics I’m extremely passionate about. As I continue my journey in college and beyond, I will take the lessons I learned at Maryknoll and serve my greater community.”

At Maryknoll School, Hawaii's largest co-ed Pre-K–12 Catholic private school, each student receives personalized instruction and guidance to develop the knowledge, skills, and character to thrive in a global society. From Grade School to High School, students create their own customized academic and extracurricular pathways that combine classes, clubs, sports, internships, and international experiences. Every Maryknoll graduate practices Noblesse Oblige ("to whom much is given, much is expected") and is inspired to live as a leader with a commitment to serving others and making an impact in the community.

Discover the Maryknoll Experience www.maryknollschool.org/apply

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2445 Ka‘ala Street, Honolulu, HI 96822 (808) 973-5000 | midpac.edu

We Believe In Deeper Learning Deeper Learning instills a lifelong love of learning, fosters critical thinking skills to solve complex problems, and creates meaningful connections to the real world. This approach to education is vital for educators, parents, and students because it helps students develop an in-depth understanding of academic content and the skills, habits, and dispositions needed to apply that knowledge. Deeper Learning develops brave thinkers and problem solvers that society needs today and tomorrow.

Mid-Pacific is home to 1,400 students in preschool to Grade 12 and 290 educators who engage our students. It’s a place where you are supported to be the best version of yourself and encouraged to soar to new heights.

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Founded in 1908. Serving Hawaii’s keiki for more than 100 years.

Located on 43 acres in Manoa Valley.

First pre-professional arts school in the Pacific Rim.

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Montessori Community School 1239 Nehoa Street, Honolulu, HI 96822 (808) 522-0244 | MontessoriHawaii.org Marjie Carroll Head of School

or more than 50 years, Montessori Community School has been providing a premier Montessori education on Oahu.

“We present a unique and proven model for developing the whole child. Montessori children ‘learn how to learn’ in a culture that cultivates curiosity and respects their inner drive toward independence in thought, emotion, creativity, expression, style and leadership,” says Head of School Marjie Carroll.

rooms are created with students’ needs in mind, with specially designed learning materials that encourage open-ended exploration of concepts. Montessori Community School’s authentic Montessori program includes multiage classrooms that foster peer learning, uninterrupted work periods, and guided choice of work activities. In every classroom, students progress at their own pace through a relevant curriculum that challenges them to think critically and to work collaboratively, developing skills for life in the 21st century. Our graduates report that they were not only well-prepared for the academic rigors of secondary school, but that they had the confidence to meet the challenges of higher education, careers, and family life.

An independent school A Lifelong Journey of Friendship and Community that cultivates “My happy memories of childhood are inextricably linked to my a child’s love experience at Montessori Community School, and I could not be of learning, and more grateful that this school is still carrying out its mission for my the only school in two children,” said a Montessori Community School legacy parent. Hawaii that is fully Our school is a place of caring and for making connections. One accredited from Preschool through Sixth Grade by both the Amerifather of three students shared, “I discovered that the school was can Montessori Society and HAIS, Montessori Community not only a place for our children, but a community for our family. School offers an inviting and engaging learning environment. Our We have all grown through our choice to send our children to school embraces a holistic approach, where teachers certified in the Montessori Community School.” Montessori Method guide each child’s learning to acquire knowledge and develop skills that will last a lifetime. Montessori Community School is a thriving community and we look forward to serving future generations of students and families. The Montessori Method—An Education for Life A child-centered educational approach, the Montessori Method is For more information about Montessori Community based on the research into childhood development and scientific School, please visit our website at montessorihawaii.org observations of Dr. Maria Montessori. It is time-tested, with over or call Cari Suzuki at 808-522-0244 to schedule a school tour. 100 years of success in diverse cultures around the world. Class-

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Punahou School 1601 Punahou Street, Honolulu, HI 96822 (808) 944-5714 | Punahou.edu

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At Punahou, learning extends beyond the classroom and into the community through partnerships with local organizations. As part of an Outdoor Education project with nonprofit Mālama Maunalua, seventh graders removed invasive algae from Maunalua Bay.

unahou School has educated students to become the next generation of leaders and innovators for nearly 182 years. Through worldclass academic and co-curricular programs from kindergarten through grade 12, we encourage students to cultivate their interests and talents, aim for their highest potential and become positive forces in the world.

Mike Latham President

Innovative Learning Environments In recent years, Punahou has rebuilt or renovated a significant part of its campus to offer cutting-edge, reimagined learning environments. These thoughtfully planned, technologically advanced and highly sustainable facilities offer indoor and outdoor spaces that allow students to develop skills necessary to thrive in the 21st century. Preparing Students for a Changing World Punahou’s primary mission is to shape students into educated, capable and caring people who have the knowledge and skills to succeed. In addition to its longstanding excellence in core subjects such as math, English, social studies and science, Punahou also prepares students for careers of the future. Students develop the skills, knowledge, vision and mindset to flourish as the next generation of leaders poised to change the world.

Visiting guest speakers and experts in residence – from a global tech pioneer to Pixar animation veterans – bring real world experience into the classroom, adding to the wealth of knowledge offered by Punahou’s dedicated teachers.

Dedicated Teachers Punahou students at every grade level are taught by experienced, dedicated and enthusiastic faculty. Our teachers go above and beyond to provide instruction in innovative and engaging ways. When asked about the key benefit of Punahou, both current students and alumni often cite teachers who changed their lives by believing in them, guiding them and inspiring them in various endeavors. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Punahou is committed to creating a diverse educational community rooted in equity and inclusion as fundamental human rights. We seek ways to create an environment in which the identities and cultural backgrounds of our families, students and employees are valued and respected by the entire Punahou community.

The learning continues after school in Punahou’s co-curricular program. In the junior robotics course, fourth, fifth and sixth graders explore engineering by building, coding and driving robots, all while collaborating as a team.

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Sacred Hearts Academy, Hawai’i’s only all-girls’ Catholic school, focuses on applied learning in all subject areas with special focus on STEAM disciplines – science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics – for students in preschool through high school. Our attention to student well-being, character development and social-emotional learning helps girls leverage their strengths, build selfconfidence, and create relationships to last a lifetime.

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Sacred Hearts Academy offers opportunities for your daughter to explore, discover and grow. Our “Girls Got Grit” program connects Academy students with women leaders in the community who provide mentorship and exposure to careers and real-world organizations. Our Early College Program with Chaminade University enables students to complete high school and two years of college at the same time, earning an Associate of Arts Degree along with their high school diploma. And, Lancer Athletics – winners of National Championships in cheerleading, State Championships in riflery and volleyball, as well as State honors in canoe paddling and soccer – boasts 55 teams in 22 sports. Since 1909, the Sacred Hearts Sisters have been dedicated to offering an exceptional education at a moderate cost. The Academy also has a strong financial aid program. We invite families to visit or call the Academy to learn more.

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PHOTOS BY: SAINT LOUIS SCHOOL

Saint Louis School 3142 Wai‘alae Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96816 (808) 739-4832 | SaintLouisHawaii.org

ince 1846, Saint Louis School has dedicated itself to building tomorrow’s leaders and renews this commitment with an emphasis on the Six A’s of Excellence:

ACADEMICS A robust advanced placement program and college preparatory curriculum produces award-winning students in robotics, mathematics and other disciplines.

ALAKA‘I (Leadership) The only school in America offering both Civil Air Patrol and junior ROTC programs, Saint Louis continues to graduate a legendary roll of proven leaders including former Gov. John Burns; businessman Walter Dods; and Army Lt. Gen. Joseph Peterson.

ATHLETICS Another state championship and national football ranking are just the tip of an athletics program rich in history here in Hawai‘i. A handful of graduates move on

to enjoy success in both college and professional athletics including Eagles QB Marcus Mariota and Tua Tagovailoa.

ALOHA Rooted in Marianist values that encourage giving back to those in need, Saint Louis students model themselves after such notable alumni as Clarence T.C. Ching and Tony Guerrero, just to name a few.

ARTS From an award-winning hula hālau to major productions performed each year in Saint Louis School’s Mamiya Theatre, the arts play an important role at Saint Louis, which features both Hawai‘i’s oldest high school band and a brand new string orchestra.

AKUA (God) Spirituality plays a central role at Hawai‘i’s only K-12 Catholic school for young men, including spiritual retreats, Mass, music and prayer. Notable servant leaders include Bishop Stephen Alencastre and Saint Damien of Moloka‘i.

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Saint Mark Lutheran School 45-725 Kamehameha Highway, Kāne‘ohe, HI 96744 (808) 247-5589 | smls-hawaii.org

earning is a joy on Saint Mark Lutheran School’s safe, quiet and surprisingly large tree-lined 2.5-acre campus. The Pre-K3 to 8 (Pre-K opened in August 2019) school has created a caring “ohana” since its founding in 1956 as part of Saint Mark Lutheran Church’s educational ministry. “Saint Mark has a strong community feel, where every child is known and nurtured to integrate faith with life,” says Head of School Dr. David Gaudi. “Many second and third generation families return for our strong academics and safe, loving environment.” Early Learning Center Serving PK3 & PK4 Saint Mark is excited to have recently opened the Early Learning Center, a new two-story facility to expand its outstanding educational offerings to include high-quality early childhood programs to serve 60 preschoolers. The beautiful facility offers secure 1,000-sq ft classrooms, collaborative learning space, a tech learning center and an outdoor play area. Diverse Offerings Diverse offerings in art, band, choir/music, ukulele, technology and competitive sports teams enhance a rich and rigorous academic curriculum taught by fantastic faculty who make the spiritual, physical, social and emotional growth of their students a priority in developing the “whole child.” “Our teachers are the heart and soul of our efforts to ensure that our graduates learn to think critically to make informed decisions; to practice the importance of respecting oneself, others and property; and

to utilize their talents to glorify God and serve others,” says Dr. Gaudi.

Dr. David Gaudi Head of School

Strong Commitment to Financial Assistance Saint Mark understands the challenging effects of sustained inflationary increases and has expanded financial aid as part of its ongoing efforts to help families, while increasing accessibility and promoting diversity among its student body. Approximately half of its students receive some form of financial assistance from Saint Mark as well as Kamehameha Schools. Students Accepted into High School of Choice With nearly 70 years of academic excellence, the co-ed school has consistently prepared its graduates to be life-long learners, well-equipped with 21st century skills to transition successfully to the high school of their choice. Recent graduates were accepted into a variety of Hawaii’s private schools, including Damien, Hawaii Baptist Academy, `Iolani, Kamehameha, Le Jardin, Maryknoll, MidPacific, Punahou, Sacred Hearts and Saint Louis. Safe to Make Mistakes “Saint Mark strives to provide a challenging and disciplined learning environment that is fun, exciting and full of God’s love. By sharing and living God’s loving and saving grace, we hope to create a caring atmosphere where our students are challenged to do their best, yet feel safe to take risks with their learning and curiosity without fear of failure. We want our students to be able to make mistakes knowing that God loves them, we love them, and that failure is not fatal,” says Dr. Gaudi. 2024 PRIVATE SCHOOL GUIDE |

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St. Andrew’s Schools

The Priory Grades K–12 (for girls) | The Prep Grades K–6 (for boys) | The Preschool Ages 2–5 (co-ed)

Downtown Campus 224 Queen Emma Square, Honolulu, HI 96813 Nu‘uanu Campus 3019 Pali Highway, Honolulu, HI 96817 (808) 536-6102 | standrewsschools.org

t. Andrew’s Schools has developed courageous, compassionate leaders for more than 155 years. Recognizing a need for high-quality education for young girls, Queen Emma Kaleleonālani founded St. Andrew’s Priory School for Girls, the first all-girls preparatory school in Hawai‘i, in 1867. Since then, St. Andrew’s has grown to include The Prep, a K-6 all-boys school, and Queen Emma Preschool, a co-educational preschool in Nu‘uanu Valley for ages 2 through 5. Cultivating Tomorrow’s Leaders The Global Leadership curriculum— coupled with the Priory in the City Program and exceptional college counseling— positions graduates for success through direct experience in leadership and community problem-solving. Students learn about themselves, discover their passions and start to build their futures with an aligned sense of purpose. They feel safe in the iterative process of learning, understanding that perseverance is key and that mistakes are part of the process. This allows them to tackle complex problems and address world issues with a can-do attitude and a growth mindset.

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Real-World Experience and Ruth R. Fletcher, Ph.D. Independent Learning Head of School Developing students’ strong sense of self gives them the confidence to take on the many leadership roles available to them, both in and out of the classroom. They learn through an educational framework that challenges them to investigate the world, recognize multiple perspectives and communicate their ideas. The Priory is footsteps from the seat of government, businesses, nonprofit organizations, arts and cultural centers and healthcare systems. Students build community relationships, learn from mentors, explore careers, and become better prepared for the challenges and opportunities that await them in college and throughout life. Inspiring Students to Have an Impact At St. Andrew’s, rigorous classroom learning is balanced with real-world experiences through internships and educational travel opportunities. Tailored STEAM challenge students to solve problems in creative and innovative ways. Students use design thinking, engineering design process and the scientific method to frame questions, ideate, design, and build and test solutions. Teachers cultivate individual passions and motivate students to become the best versions of themselves. St. Andrew’s nurtures the growth of each child in a challenging, yet supportive, environment that prioritizes emotional awareness and nurtures a purpose-driven intellect.

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Hongwanji Mission School 1728 Pali Highway, Honolulu, HI 96813 (808) 532-0522 | HongwanjiMissionSchool.org

ongwanji Mission School (HMS) is a small, co-ed school committed to nurturing intellect and cultivating compassion through academic rigor and Buddhist values. Students from preschool through eighth grade are challenged to think critically and innovate creatively through research-based, hands-on and technologyenhanced lessons led by caring staff. In addition to language arts, math, social studies and science, the well-rounded curriculum includes art, drama, guidance, Japanese language, library, music, physiDavid Randall cal education and Head of School

technology. Middle school offers a wide variety of interest-based choice electives: taiko, photography/videography, electronics, international games, hiking and much more. Conveniently located in Nu‘uanu, campus facilities include a student library, technology lab, creative arts center, gym, swimming pool, tennis court, fitness center and maker space. Working parents may depend on morning care (7:00 a.m.), a diverse after-school program (to 5:00 p.m.), and extended care (to 5:30 p.m.). For more information and a campus tour, please visit the HMS website or call (808) 532-0522. niche.com/k12/hongwanji-missionschool-honolulu-hi/ @HongwanjiMissionSchool HongwanjiMissionSchool @HMSDolphinsNow

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Kawaiaha‘o Church School

Serving keiki from 2 years old through 6th grade

872 Mission Lane, Honolulu HI 96813 (808) 585-0622 | kawaiahaoschool.org

hen stepping foot onto Kawaiaha‘o Church School’s campus, you immediately feel a sense of aloha and are embraced as ‘ohana. The school is often described as a haven in downtown Honolulu, a place where keiki can learn and grow in clean, spacious indoor and outdoor learning environments. In addition to the outdoor classroom areas, Kawaiaha’o Church School boasts a fullsize gym and three playground structures, to allow for ample room for our keiki to enjoy the sunshine. Kawaiaha‘o Church School’s curriculum is

rooted in Christianity, Montessori-inspired, and incorporates Hawaiian language, culture and values. It welcomes keiki as young as 2 years old and offers programs through elementary. The school is WASC accredited and recognized for its innovative S.T.E.A.M. curriculum. Keiki grow with aloha for Ke Akua (God), aloha kekahi i kekahi (love for one another), and aloha ‘āina (caring for God’s creation). Graduates are often described as adaptable, confident, and have a passion for learning! Visit kawaiahaoschool.org to learn more or call to schedule a tour.

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St. John Vianney School 940 Keolu Drive, Kailua, HI 96734 (808) 261-4651 | sjvkailua.org Living the Gospel. Inspiring hearts, minds & lives. E ho‘oulu i ka na‘au, ka mana‘o, a me ke ola. TAKE A VIRTUAL TOUR OF OUR SCHOOL AT SJVKAILUA.ORG

t. John Vianney School, located in the heart of Kailua, has been a leading Windward school for over fifty-eight years. Embedded in the values of service, compassion and respect, the school is developing the next generation of Hawai‘i’s leaders through its strong academic program, Catholic faith education and integration of technology into the discovery and learning process. Located near the Marine Corps Base Hawaii, the school offers military dependents a caring environment with a challenging curriculum as their parents serve our country. Accredited by WASC/

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WCEA, the school offers in-person small classes, affordable tuition and year-round open enrollment. Students from the Early Learning Center for both 3- and 4-year-olds through grade eight engage in rigorous academics. Our school offers a safe and nurturing environment, fosters spiritual and moral development and promotes academic excellence. Our entire staff prides itself in partnering with parents, as their child’s primary educators, to foster the whole child, thereby fulfilling their potential as contributing members of society. Students learn the value of service and

respect for all God’s creations, while developing into caring citizens and critical thinkers as we prepare them for the finest high schools. St. John Vianney School offers Tuition Assistance and Scholarship Programs for parents who may need financial aid to enroll their child. We also offer Welcome Grants to Catholic students who wish to transfer to St. John Vianney from a public/non-Catholic school. Please call the school office for more information. “A Catholic education will enrich all aspects of your child’s life and that of your family,” shares Principal Caryn DeMello.

St. Clement’s School 1515 Wilder Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96822 (808) 949-2082 | StClem.com

rom the moment children are greeted by name as they enter St. Clement’s School until day’s end, they are immersed in activity—planned and spontaneous—full of laughter, stories, art, music, games, projects, friends and fun. In this world of discovery and wonder, attentive, experienced teachers and assistant teachers degreed in early education create experiences that stimulate young eager minds and bodies to build confident, creative learners. In this accessible and safe learning environment, students are guided through rigorous, ageappropriate curriculum to build skills and encourage strong relationships. Threeyear-olds examine textures and natural elements: soft, hard, squishy, sand, ice, paint and soil; four-year-olds research

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and explore mythical characters and cave dwellers; kindergarteners discover the value of the coins and paper money of banking in a community. Engaged by curiosity, armed with language, numbers, science and loving teachers, children are excited by learning. Rooted in the Episcopal faith, St. Clement’s School welcomes children from all backgrounds and embraces religious and ethnic diversity. Respect P H O T O B Y : S T. C L E M E N T ’ S S C H O O L and love for others are integarten programs. The school is accredited by gral to its mission. Located in NAEYC and is a member of HAIS and NAES. Makiki, St. Clement’s School For information and/or application, please accepts 3-and 4-year-old chilcontact us. dren for preschool and kinder-

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Mary Star of the Sea School Kindergarten to 8th Grade

4469 Malia St., Honolulu HI 96821 (808) 734-0208 | StaroftheSea.org

A Strong Foundation Matters!

ary Star of the Sea School (MSOS) provides a strong academic and spiritual foundation for Kindergarten to 8th grade students in a vibrant and diverse community.

With an enrollment of 260 students, MSOS teachers provide a differentiated learning environment to support the individual academic and social-emotional learning needs of their students. Middle school students have a 100% acceptance rate into the private high school of their choice. Conveniently located in the Waialae-Kahala neighborhood, the campus is situated on a 14 acre site where students enjoy fully air

conditioned classrooms, a spacious cafeteria, gymnasium, open air playground and a multipurpose outdoor court providing a favorable learning environment. In addition to our rich curriculum, we offer weekly instruction in visual and performing arts (art studio, music and band), foreign language and physical education. A robust after school enrichment program and a competitive sports league also give students an opportunity to explore a variety of interests. Since 1946, Mary Star of the Sea School has remained true to its mission: to provide a Christ-centered education that reflects academic excellence and stewardship; and a learning environment where students foster confidence and social skills, to become lifelong and independent learners.

MARY, STAR OF THE SEA EARLY LEARNING CENTER The forefront of Catholic and Montessori childhood education

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MSOS accepts applications year-round, based on availability. A 4-week summer program is also open to the public. The school serves under the Diocese of Honolulu; and is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and the Western Catholic Education Association (WCEA).

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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? Look no further than the following list. The 101 schools in our chart are organized alphabetically by island, along with each school’s contact information and other important data.

he list was provided by the Hawai‘i Association of Independent Schools (HAIS). All data was prepared by the individual schools. A little explanation as to some of the categories: The tuition figure for each school is yearly tuition. It’s sometimes given as a range. Usually the high end of the range is for older children and the low end for younger grades, but this varies. Preschools often charge by the month. In that case, we’ve noted it. Contact individual schools for more details. The “% Students Receiving Tuition Assistance” column tells you the percentage of students at a school receiving some type of financial aid. This will help you judge your chances for financial assistance.

The “Accreditation” column shows which organizations have accredited a school. Please see the list of acronyms on PSG 13. We’ve included a column for “Licensing Status” to reflect Act 227, which legally requires all private schools to be licensed or accredited. A “Licensed” school has fulfilled the Hawai‘i Council of Private Schools licensing requirements; met basic health, safety and education program criteria; and been approved by the HCPS Board. “Compliant” schools are not licensed by HCPS but have been accredited by a recognized accrediting body. Students attending any private school that isn’t licensed or compliant are considered truant.

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Grades/ Gender

Religious Affiliation, if any Phone Number Email Address

No. Students No. Full-Time Teachers No. Full-Time Administrators (2022–2023)

Tuition % Students Receiving Tuition Assistance (2023–2024)

Accreditation

Licensing Status

ADVENTIST MALAMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 86-072 Farrington Highway | Wai‘anae 96792 adventistmalama.org

K–8 COED

Seventh-Day Adventist (808) 696-3988 office@adventistmalama.org

45 3 N/A

$6,250 35%

NADCA

Compliant

ASIA PACIFIC INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL—HAWAI‘I CAMPUS 54-230 Kamehameha Highway | Hau‘ula 96717 apishawaii.org

K–12 COED

Christian (808) 670-1900 admissions@apishawaii.org

112 14 5

$19,000– $23,400 40%

HAIS; WASC

Licensed

ASSETS SCHOOL 1 ‘Ohana Nui Way | Honolulu 96818 assets-school.org

K–12 COED

Independent (808) 423-1356 info@assets-school.org

312 59 7

$27,415– $28,613 34%

HAIS; WASC

Licensed

CALVARY CHAPEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL 98-1016 Komo Mai Drive | ‘Aiea 96701 cccsofhonolulu.org

K–12 COED

Christian (808) 524-0846 office@cccsofhonolulu.org

193 15 1

$7,145– $8,455

ACSI; WASC

Licensed

CENTRAL UNION CHURCH PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN 1660 S. Beretania St. | Honolulu 96826 centralunionpreschool.org

Toddler– JK COED

Congregational (808) 946-4025 preschoolreception@centralunion preschool.org

175 25 4

$17,607– $20,318 26%

NAEYC

N/A

CHAMINADE UNIVERSITY MONTESSORI LABORATORY SCHOOL 3140 Wai‘alae Ave. | Honolulu 96816 chaminade.edu/montessori-lab-school

PK–K COED

Roman Catholic (808) 735-4875 lramls@chaminade.edu

N/A 4 1

$1,180/mo.

AMS; NAEYC

Compliant

THE CHILDREN’S HOUSE 1840 Komo Mai Drive | Pearl City 96782 childrenshousehawaii.org

PK–4 COED

Nondenominational (808) 455-4131 admissions@childrenshousehawaii.org

228 25 6

$13,670– $15,100 28%

HAIS; WASC

Licensed

CHRISTIAN ACADEMY 3400 Moanalua Road | Honolulu 96819 capatriots.org

P3–12 COED

Assembly of God (808) 836-0233 admissions@capatriots.org

269 22 11

$8,400– $11,484 15%

ACSI; WASC

Licensed

CROSS ACADEMY 98-1098 Moanalua Road | ‘Aiea 96701 oursaviorlutheranschool.org

PK–8 COED

Lutheran (808) 488-0000 office@osls-hawaii.org

112 10 3

$8,470– $9,960 30%

NLSA; WASC

Licensed

DAMIEN MEMORIAL SCHOOL 1401 Houghtailing St. | Honolulu 96817 damien.edu

6–12 COED

Roman Catholic (808) 841-0195 limos@damien.edu

590 39 12

$13,281– $17,728 68%

HAIS; WASC; WCEA

Licensed

FRIENDSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS 91-1130 Renton Road | ‘Ewa 96706 fcshawaii.org

PK–12 COED

Baptist (808) 681-8838 friendship@fcshawaii.org

295 26 3

$5,471 1%

HALE KEIKI SCHOOL 153 Bougainville Drive | Honolulu 96818 halekeikischool.org

PK–5 COED

(808) 423-1727 admissions@nhks.org

190 17 3

$8,700– $11,780 5%

HAIS; WASC

Licensed

HANAHAU‘OLI SCHOOL 1922 Makiki St. | Honolulu 96822 hanahauoli.org

PK–6 COED

Independent (808) 949-6461 abaclig@hanahauoli.org

213 23 9

$26,320 21%

HAIS; WASC

Licensed

HANALANI SCHOOLS 94-294 Anania Drive | Mililani 96789 hanalani.org

PK–12 COED

Nondenominational (808) 625-0737 admissions@hanalani.org

700 51 12

$14,470– $17,090 30%

HAIS; WASC

Licensed

HAWAI‘I BAPTIST ACADEMY 420 Wyllie St. | Honolulu 96817 hba.net

PK–12 COED

Baptist (808) 595-5000 admissions@hba.net

1,113 97 17

$15,500– $20,225 22%

HAIS; ACSI; WASC

Licensed

HAWAIIAN MISSION ACADEMY KA LAMA IKI 1415 Makiki St. | Honolulu 96814 kalamaiki.org

K–8 COED

Seventh-Day Adventist (808) 949-2033 secretary@kalamaiki.org

100 6 1

$10,250 60%

NADCA

Compliant

SCHOOL Street Address | City, Zip Website

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Licensed

SCHOOL Street Address | City, Zip Website

Grades/ Gender

Religious Affiliation, if any Phone Number Email Address

No. Students No. Full-Time Teachers No. Full-Time Administrators (2022–2023)

Tuition % Students Receiving Tuition Assistance (2023–2024)

Accreditation

Licensing Status

HAWAIIAN MISSION ACADEMY— 9 TO 12 CAMPUS 1438 Pensacola St. | Honolulu 96822 hawaiianmissionacademy.org

9–12 COED

Seventh-Day Adventist (808) 536-2207 principal@hawaiianmissionacademy.org

80 4 3

$21,851 100%

WASC

Compliant

HAWAIIAN MISSION ACADEMY— WINDWARD CAMPUS 160 Mo‘okua St. | Kailua 96734 hmawindward.org

K–8 COED

Seventh-Day Adventist (808) 261-0565 office@hmawindward.org

52 4 1

$9,250 28%

NADCA

Compliant

HO‘ĀLA SCHOOL 1067-A California Ave. | Wahiawā 96786 hoalaschool.org

K–8 COED

Independent (808) 621-1898 info@hoalaschool.org

31 3 3

$11,500 80%

HAIS; WASC

Licensed

HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC ACADEMY 830 Main St. | Honolulu 96818 hfcahawaii.org

PK–8 COED

Roman Catholic (808) 423-9611 info@hfcahawaii.org

347 23 7

$9,150– $10,700 30%

WASC; WCEA

Compliant

HOLY NATIVITY SCHOOL 5286 Kalaniana‘ole Highway | Honolulu 96821 holynativityschool.org

Early Childhood –6 COED

Episcopal (808) 373-3232 admissions@holynativityschool.org

133 21 3

$18,610– $19,170 19%

HAIS; WASC

Licensed

HONGWANJI MISSION SCHOOL 1728 Pali Highway | Honolulu 96813 hongwanjimissionschool.com

PK–8 COED

Buddhist (808) 532-0522 connectwithhms@hongwanji.us

399 41 3

$12,600 10%

HAIS; WASC

Licensed

HONOLULU WALDORF SCHOOL 350 Ulua St. | Honolulu 96821 honoluluwaldorf.org

PK–10 COED

Nondenominational (808) 377-5471 info@honoluluwaldorf.org

213 28 4

$17,774– $21,420 30%

HAIS; AWSNA; WASC

Licensed

HUAKAILANI SCHOOL FOR GIRLS 45-035 Kāne‘ohe Bay Drive | Kāne‘ohe 96744 huakailani.org

K–6 GIRLS

Independent (808) 263-2020 huakailanischool@gmail.com

19 2 N/A

$13,000 14%

‘IOLANI SCHOOL 563 Kamoku St. | Honolulu 96826 iolani.org

K–12 COED

Episcopal (808) 949-5355 info@iolani.org

2,172 220 24

$28,250 24%

HAIS; WASC

Licensed

ISLAND PACIFIC ACADEMY 909 Haumea St. | Kapolei 96707 islandpacificacademy.org

K–12 COED

Nondenominational (808) 674-3563 admission@ipahawaii.org

585 64 21

$17,965– $19,025 21%

HAIS; WASC

Licensed

KAIMUKĪ CHRISTIAN SCHOOL 1117 Koko Head Ave. | Honolulu 96816 kaimukichristianschool.org

P2–12 COED

Christian (808) 732-1781 kcs@kaimukichristian.org

316 25 3

$15,150– $17,800 12%

ACSI; WASC

Licensed

KAMEHAMEHA SCHOOLS KAPĀLAMA 1887 Makuakāne St. | Honolulu 96817 ksbe.edu

K–12 COED

Protestant (808) 842-8211 admissions@ksbe.edu

3,192 327 N/A

$5,248– $6,456 70%

HAIS; WASC

Licensed

KAWAIAHA‘O CHURCH SCHOOL 872 Mission Lane | Honolulu 96813 kawaiahaoschool.org

Early Childhood –6 COED

Protestant (808) 585-0622 admissions@kawaiahaoschool.org

95 15 3

$10,450– $15,960 19%

HAIS; WASC

Licensed

LA PIETRA – HAWAI‘I SCHOOL FOR GIRLS 2933 Poni Moi Road | Honolulu 96815 lapietra.edu

6–12 GIRLS

Independent (808) 922-2744 info@lapietra.edu

103 17 7

$22,500 60%

HAIS; WASC

Licensed

LANAKILA BAPTIST SCHOOLS 94-1250 Waipahu St. | Waipahu 96797 lbswarriors.com

K3–12 COED

Baptist (808) 677-0731 gordene.leverett@lbswarriors.org

147 15 4

$9,000– $9,700 4%

LE JARDIN ACADEMY 917 Kalaniana‘ole Highway | Kailua 96734 lejardinacademy.org

PK–12 COED

Nondenominational (808) 261-0707 jennifer.souza@lejardinacademy.org

828 80 16

$17,520– $25,850 25%

Licensed

Licensed HAIS; WASC; IB

Licensed

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Religious Affiliation, if any Phone Number Email Address

No. Students No. Full-Time Teachers No. Full-Time Administrators (2022–2023)

Tuition % Students Receiving Tuition Assistance (2023–2024)

MĀ‘ILI BIBLE SCHOOL 87-138 Gilipake St. | Wai‘anae 96792 mailibible.org

K–12 COED

Nondenominational (808) 696-3038 info@mailibiblechurch.org

67 5 3

$4,300– $5,200 3%

MARY, STAR OF THE SEA EARLY LEARNING CENTER 4470 Ali‘ikoa St., #100 | Honolulu 96821 staroftheseaelc.org

Early Childhood –K COED

Roman Catholic (808) 734-3840 info@staroftheseaelc.org

161 23 3

$11,850 1%

NAEYC; WCEA

Compliant

MARY, STAR OF THE SEA SCHOOL 4469 Malia St. | Honolulu 96821 starofthesea.org

K–8 COED

Roman Catholic (808) 734-0208 cmuneno@starofthesea.org

261 24 4

$12,850 36%

WASC; WCEA

Compliant

MARYKNOLL SCHOOL 1526 Alexander St. | Honolulu 96822 maryknollschool.org

PK–12 COED

Roman Catholic (808) 952-7330 admission@maryknollschool.org

869 69 22

$16,000– $19,900 40%

HAIS; WASC; WCEA

Licensed

MID-PACIFIC INSTITUTE 2445 Ka‘ala St. | Honolulu 96822 midpac.edu

PK–12 COED

Christian (808) 973-5000 admissions@midpac.edu

1,400 112 16

$28,611 26%

HAIS; WASC

Licensed

MONTESSORI COMMUNITY SCHOOL 1239 Nehoa St. | Honolulu 96822 montessorihawaii.org

2-yearolds and PK–6 COED

Independent (808) 522-0244 info@montessorihawaii.org

193 13 8

$13,495– $16,695 10%

HAIS; AMS

Licensed

NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL 94-050 Farrington Highway, Suite C-2 Waipahu 96797 nhcshi.org

Early Childhood –8 COED

Christian (808) 678-3776 info@nhcshi.org

187 18 1

$7,950 20%

HAIS; ACSI; WASC

Licensed

OUR LADY OF GOOD COUNSEL SCHOOL 1530 Ho‘olana St. | Pearl City 96782 olgchawaii.org

PK–8 COED

Roman Catholic (808) 455-4533 c.luarca@olgchawaii.org

181 23 4

$8,500– $9,850 49%

WASC; WCEA

Compliant

PACIFIC BUDDHIST ACADEMY 1754 Lusitana St. | Honolulu 96813 pacificbuddhistacademy.org

9–12 COED

Buddhist (808) 532-2649 blanche.yarnell@pbahi.org

74 7 5

$19,000 35%

HAIS; WASC

Licensed

PEARL HARBOR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY 94-1044 Waipi‘o Uka St. | Waipahu 96797 pearlharborchristianacademy.com

PK–12 COED

Christian (808) 678-3997 phcaoffice@hawaii.rr.com

201 17 2

$7,530– $9,970 15%

ACSI; WASC

Licensed

PUNAHOU SCHOOL 1601 Punahou St. | Honolulu 96822 punahou.edu

K–12 COED

Nondenominational (808) 944-5711 admissions@punahou.edu

3,779 356 14

$30,480 24%

HAIS; WASC

Licensed

ROSARY PRESCHOOL 94-1249 Lumikula St. | Waipahu 96797 rosarypreschool.com

PK COED

Roman Catholic (808) 677-1202 rosarypreschoolhawaii@gmail.com

55 3 1

$900/mo. 50%

NAEYC

N/A

SACRED HEARTS ACADEMY 3253 Wai‘alae Ave. | Honolulu 96816 sacredhearts.org

PK–12 GIRLS

Roman Catholic (808) 734-5058 admissions@sacredhearts.org

586 57 17

$14,327– $18,903 55%

HAIS; WASC; WCEA

Licensed

Episcopal (808) 532-2417 admissions@standrewsschools.org

411 50 12

$15,310– $20,700 49%

HAIS; WASC

Licensed

SCHOOL Street Address | City, Zip Website

Accreditation

Licensing Status

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ST. ANDREW’S SCHOOLS THE PRIORY, THE PREP, QUEEN EMMA PRESCHOOL 224 Queen Emma Square | Honolulu 96813 and 3019 Pali Highway | Honolulu 96817 standrewsschools.org

K–12 GIRLS K–6 BOYS PK COED

Licensed

ST. ANTHONY SCHOOL KAILUA 148 Makawao St. | Kailua 96734 saskailua.org

PK–8 COED

Roman Catholic (808) 261-3331 info@saskailua.org

331 28 2

$8,953– $10,905 10%

WASC; WCEA

Compliant

ST. CLEMENT’S SCHOOL 1515 Wilder Ave. | Honolulu 96822 stclem.com

PK–K COED

Episcopal (808) 949-2082 admin@stclem.com

114 16 4

$13,300 15%

NAEYC

Licensed

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Grades/ Gender

Religious Affiliation, if any Phone Number Email Address

No. Students No. Full-Time Teachers No. Full-Time Administrators (2022–2023)

Tuition % Students Receiving Tuition Assistance (2023–2024)

Accreditation

Licensing Status

ST. ELIZABETH SCHOOL 99-310 Moanalua Road | ‘Aiea 96701 steliz-hi.org

PK–8 COED

Roman Catholic (808) 488-5322 sra@steliz-hi.org

146 11 1

$8,000 15%

WASC; WCEA

Compliant

ST. JOHN VIANNEY SCHOOL 940 Keolu Drive | Kailua 96734 sjvkailua.org

PK–8 COED

Roman Catholic (808) 261-4651 sjvadmin@sjvkailua.org

220 17 3

$8,230– $8,530 38%

WASC; WCEA

Compliant

ST. JOSEPH PARISH SCHOOL 94-651 Farrington Highway | Waipahu 96797 stjosephwaipahu.org

PK–8 COED

Roman Catholic (808) 677-4475 sjs@stjosephwaipahu.org

316 17 1

$8,700– $8,988 30%

WASC; WCEA

Compliant

SAINT LOUIS SCHOOL 3142 Wai‘alae Ave. | Honolulu 96816 saintlouishawaii.org

K–12 BOYS

Roman Catholic (808) 739-7777 admissions@saintlouishawaii.org

851 62 15

$15,400– $19,050 80%

HAIS; WASC; WCEA

Licensed

SAINT MARK LUTHERAN SCHOOL 45-725 Kamehameha Highway | Kāne‘ohe 96744 smls-hawaii.org

PK3–8 COED

Lutheran (808) 247-5589 djenkins@smls-hawaii.org

240 15 1

$10,550– $11,190 46%

HAIS; NLSA; WASC

Licensed

ST. MICHAEL SCHOOL 67-340 Haona St. | Waialua 96791 stmichaelschoolhi.com

PK–12 COED

Roman Catholic (808) 637-7772 info@stmichaelschoolhi.com

116 9 4

$8,050– $10,350 23%

WASC; WCEA

Compliant

ST. PATRICK SCHOOL 3320 Harding Ave. | Honolulu 96816 saintpatrickhawaii.org

PK–12 COED

Roman Catholic (808) 734-8979 adecosta@saintpatrickhawaii.org

262 23 8

$8,250– $11,500 31%

WASC; WCEA

Compliant

ST. PHILOMENA EARLY LEARNING CENTER 3300 Ala Laulani St. | Honolulu 96818 stphilomenaearlylearningcenter.com/

Early Childhood –PK COED

Roman Catholic (808) 833-8080 director@spelc-hawaii.com

122 7 N/A

$13,800– $14,296 40%

NAEYC

N/A

SAINT THERESA SCHOOL 712 N. School St. | Honolulu 96817 sts-hi.org

PK–8 COED

Roman Catholic (808) 536-4703 cgora@rcchawaii.org

227 21 4

$8,345– $9,773 16%

WASC; WCEA

Compliant

SOTO ACADEMY 1708 Nu‘uanu Ave. | Honolulu 96817 sotoacademy.org

K–6 COED

Nondenominational (808) 533-0452 info@sotoacademy.org

56 7 1

$13,200 2%

TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL 875 Auloa Road | Kailua 96734 tcskailua.net

PK–12 COED

Presbyterian (808) 262-8501 nmorikawa@tcskailua.net

247 28 6

$12,960– $16,720 29%

HAIS; WASC

Licensed

TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL 1611 California Ave. | Wahiawā 96786 tls-hawaii.org

PK–8 COED

Lutheran (808) 621-6033 office@tls-hawaii.org

169 16 4

$7,000– $9,800 50%

HAIS; NLSA; WASC

Licensed

VARIETY SCHOOL OF HAWAI‘I 710 Palekaua St. | Honolulu 96816 varietyschool.org

K–12 COED

Independent (808) 732-2835 info@varietyschool.org

54 15 3

$40,540 90%

HAIS; WASC

Licensed

WAOLANI JUDD NAZARENE SCHOOL 408 N. Judd St. | Honolulu 96817 wjns.org

PK–8 COED

Church of the Nazarene (808) 531-5252 office@wjns.org

207 21 4

$8,750– $12,600 5%

HAIS, WASC

Licensed

WINDWARD NAZARENE ACADEMY 45-232 Pua‘ae Road | Kāne‘ohe 96744 wnahawaii.com

PK3–8 COED

Church of the Nazarene (808) 235-8787 school@windwardnazarene.com

148 18 7

$10,689– $11,319

HAIS; ACSI; WASC

Licensed

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Religious Affiliation, if any Phone Number Email Address

No. Students No. Full-Time Teachers No. Full-Time Administrators (2022–2023)

Tuition % Students Receiving Tuition Assistance (2023–2024)

Accreditation

Licensing Status

CARDEN ACADEMY OF MAUI 55 Maka‘ena Place | Pukalani 96768 cardenmaui.org

PK–8 COED

Independent (808) 573-6651 office@cardenmaui.org

184 12 6

$12,806– $16,170 25%

HAIS; WASC

Licensed

DORIS TODD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY 519 Baldwin Ave. | Pā‘ia 96779 doristoddchristian.org

PK–12 COED

Nondenominational (808) 579-9237 office@doristoddchristian.org

239 17 3

$8,643– $9,155 30%

ACSI; WASC

Licensed

EMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL 520 One St. | Kahului 96732 elcs-maui.org

PK–8 COED

Lutheran (808) 873-6334 principal@elcs-maui.org

220 14 1

$7,300– $8,300 52%

WASC

Licensed

HALEAKALĀ WALDORF SCHOOL 4160 Lower Kula Road | Kula 96790 waldorfmaui.org

PK–12 COED

Independent (808) 878-2511 info@waldorfmaui.org

260 27 8

$5,000– $20,200 38%

HAIS; AWSNA; WASC

Licensed

HAWAIIAN MISSION ACADEMY MAUI 261 S. Pu‘unēnē Ave. | Kahului 96732 hmamaui.org

K–8 COED

Seventh-Day Adventist (808) 877-7813 principal@hmamaui.org

33 2 1

$8,100 80%

NADCA

Compliant

HORIZONS ACADEMY OF MAUI INC. 2680 Wai Wai Place | Kīhei 96753 horizonsacademy.org

K–continuing ed COED

Independent (808) 575-2954 info@horizonsacademy.org

1 2 3

$4,200/mo.

Licensed

KA‘AHUMANU HOU CHRISTIAN SCHOOL 777 Maui Veterans Highway | Kahului 96732 khcsandnoahsarkmaui.com

PK–12 COED

Assembly of God (808) 871-2477 office@khcsmaui.com

110 8 N/A

$5,000– $8,400 25%

Licensed

KAMEHAMEHA SCHOOLS MAUI 270 ‘A‘apueo Parkway | Pukalani 96768 ksbe.edu/education/maui

K–12 COED

Protestant (808) 572-3100 admissions@ksbe.edu

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$5,248– $6,456 88%

KE KULA ‘O PI‘ILANI 875 ‘Īao Valley Road | Wailuku 96793 kekulaopiilani.com

K–5 COED

Independent (808) 214-5006 admin@kekulaopiilani.com

43 6 1

$8,000 80%

MAUI PREPARATORY ACADEMY 4910 Honoapi‘ilani Highway | Lahaina 96761 mauiprep.org

PK–12 COED

Independent (808) 665-9966 admissions@mauiprep.org

276 31 14

$8,856– $24,840 35%

HAIS; WASC

Licensed

MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF MAUI 2933 Baldwin Ave. | Makawao 96768 momi.org

Early Childhood –8 COED

Independent (808) 573-0374 jamiea@momi.org

246 23 4

$16,381– $19,177 32%

HAIS; WASC

Licensed

ROOTS SCHOOL OF MAUI 740 Ha‘ikū Road | Ha‘ikū 96708 rootsmaui.org

PK–6 COED

Independent (808) 250-7988 office@rootsmaui.org

73 5 3

$9,950 34%

HAIS; WASC

Licensed

SACRED HEARTS SCHOOL 239 Dickenson St. | Lahaina 96761 shsmaui.org

K–12 COED

Roman Catholic (808) 661-4720 admin@shsmaui.org

221 18 4

$7,500– $9,100 40%

WASC; WCEA

Compliant

SEABURY HALL 480 Olinda Road | Makawao 96768 seaburyhall.org

5–12 COED

Episcopal (808) 572-7235 admissions@seaburyhall.org

510 65 15

$24,200 31%

HAIS; WASC

Licensed

ST. ANTHONY SCHOOL 1618 Lower Main St. | Wailuku 96793 sasmaui.org

PK–12 COED

Roman Catholic (808) 244-4190 mainoffice@sasmaui.org

308 24 6

$11,445– $16,800 63%

WASC; WCEA

Licensed

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Licensed

Grades/ Gender

Religious Affiliation, if any Phone Number Email Address

No. Students No. Full-Time Teachers No. Full-Time Administrators (2022–2023)

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Accreditation

Licensing Status

CHRISTIAN LIBERTY ACADEMY 16-675 Milo St. | Kea‘au 96749 clahawaii.org

PK–12 COED

Christian (808) 966-8445 admin@clahawaii.org

229 24 1

$6,000– $8,500 40%

HAIS; WASC

Licensed

HAILI CHRISTIAN SCHOOL 190 Ululani St. | Hilo 96720 hailischool.net

PK–12 COED

Congregational (808) 961-5026 hcskim@hailischool.com

158 13 1

$4,800– $8,500 37%

HAWAI‘I PREPARATORY ACADEMY 65-1692 Kohala Mountain Road Kamuela 96743 hpa.edu

K–12 plus PG COED

Independent (808) 885-7321 admissions@hpa.edu

582 44 31

$25,100– $32,500 49%

HAIS; WASC

Licensed

KAMEHAMEHA SCHOOLS HAWAI‘I 16-716 Volcano Road | Kea‘au 96749 ksbe.edu/hawaii

K–12 COED

Protestant (808) 982-0000 admissions@ksbe.edu

1,163 114 8

$5,248– $6,456 84%

HAIS; WASC

Licensed

KOHALA ADVENTIST SCHOOL 55-3361 Akoni Pule Highway | Hāwī 96719 koaschool.org

K–8 COED

Seventh-Day Adventist (808) 889-5646 principal@kohalaadventistschool.org

17 1 N/A

$5,200 50%

NADCA

Compliant

KŌKUA ACADEMY 75-1048 Henry St. | Kailua-Kona 96740 kokua.academy

K–6 COED

Independent (808) 785-4548 admin@kokua.academy

47 6 1

$9,200 10%

KONA ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL 82-1013 Kinue Road | Captain Cook 96704 kacs.adventistfaith.org

K–8 COED

Seventh-Day Adventist (808) 323-2788 principal@konaadventistchristian school.org

35 1 N/A

$4,850 80%

NADCA

Compliant

KULEANA EDUCATION ACADEMY 74-4820 Mamālahoa Highway | Hōlualoa 96725 kuleanaeducation.com

K–8 COED

Nondenominational (808) 374-4902 office@kuleanaeducation.com

85 6 1

$9,100

WASC

Licensed

MAKUA LANI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY 74-4966 Kealaka‘a St. | Kailua-Kona 96740 makualani.com

PK–12 COED

Christian (808) 329-4898 makualani@gmail.com

374 28 7

$9,450– $11,550 39%

ACSI; WASC

Compliant

MĀLAMALAMA WALDORF SCHOOL 15-1834 Maku‘u Drive | Kea‘au 96749 hawaiiwaldorf.org

PK–8 COED

Independent (808) 982-7701 info@hawaiiwaldorf.org

110 7 N/A

$9,473– $10,346 38%

HAIS; AWSNA; WASC

Licensed

MAUNA LOA SCHOOL 172 Kapi‘olani St. | Hilo 96720 maunaloaschool.org

K–8 COED

Seventh-Day Adventist (808) 935-1545 principal@maunaloaschool.org

51 3 N/A

$5,050 26%

NADCA

Compliant

PARKER SCHOOL 65-1224 Lindsey Road | Kamuela 96743 parkerschoolhawaii.org

K–12 COED

Independent (808) 885-7933 admissions@parkerschoolhawaii.org

328 30 18

$18,200– $20,320 40%

HAIS; WASC

Licensed

ST. JOSEPH SCHOOL 1000 Ululani St. | Hilo 96720 sjshilo.com

PK–12 COED

Roman Catholic (180) 876-9380 meftink@sjshilo.org

197 24 N/A

$7,645– $10,055 65%

HAIS; WASC; WCEA

Licensed

WAIMEA COUNTRY SCHOOL 65-1237 Kawaihae Road | Kamuela 96743 waimeacountryschool.org

K–6 COED

Independent (808) 885-0067 office@waimeacountryschool.org

45 3 2

$12,600 31%

HAIS; WASC

Licensed

SCHOOL Street Address | City, Zip Website

Hawai‘i Island

Licensed

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Religious Affiliation, if any Phone Number Email Address

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A KULA HAWAI‘I 4551 Kapuna Road | Kīlauea 96754 akulahawaii.org

7–8 COED

Nondenominational (808) 828-0077 akulahawaii@gmail.com

8 1 N/A

$5,500 35%

ISLAND SCHOOL 3-1875 Kaumuali‘i Highway | Līhu‘e 96766 ischool.org

PK–12 COED

Independent (808) 246-0233 info@ischool.org

488 41 11

$11,950– $18,750 51%

HAIS; NAEYC; WASC

Licensed

KAHILI ADVENTIST SCHOOL 4-1132 Kūhiō Highway | Kapa‘a 96746 kahiliadventistschool.org

K–8 COED

Seventh-Day Adventist (808) 346-8320 principal@kahiliadventistschool.org

25 2 N/A

$6,600 30%

NADCA; WASC

Compliant

KAUA‘I CHRISTIAN ACADEMY 4000 Kīlauea Road | Kīlauea 96754 kcaschool.org

PK3–12 COED

Christian (808) 828-0047 dplunkett@kcaschool.net

239 17 2

$7,700– $9,800 30%

AACS

Licensed

ST. CATHERINE SCHOOL 5021 Kawaihau Road | Kapa‘a 96746 scskauai.com

PK–8 COED

Roman Catholic (808) 822-4212 scsoffice@st-catherineschool.org

89 13 2

$765– $871.50/mo 46%

WASC; WCEA

Compliant

ST. THERESA SCHOOL 8311 Kaumuali‘i Highway | Kekaha 96752 sttheresakauai.com

PK–8 COED

Roman Catholic (808) 337-1351 office@sttheresakauai.com

135 15 3

$6,373– $7,015 46%

WASC; WCEA

Compliant

5–12 COED

Independent (808) 567-6980 dlukonen@gmail.com

34 2 N/A

$10,000 93%

SCHOOL Street Address | City, Zip Website

Accreditation

Licensing Status

Kaua‘i Licensed

Moloka‘i AKA‘ULA SCHOOL 1000 Kala‘e Highway | Kualapu‘u 96757 akaula.org

Licensed

Higher Education

CHAMINADE UNIVERSITY 3140 Wai‘alae Ave. | Honolulu 96816 chaminade.edu

Higher Education COED

Roman Catholic (808) 735-4741 officeofthepresident@chaminade.edu

2,328 102 192

$29,856 95%

WASC

N/A

HAWAI‘I PACIFIC UNIVERSITY 1 Aloha Tower Drive | Honolulu 96813 hpu.edu

Higher Education COED

Nondenominational (808) 544-0200 admissions@hpu.edu

4,586 162 207

$32,520 97%

WASC

N/A

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JULY/AUG 2023

Food and Drink in Hawai‘i BY KAWEHI HAUG // PHOTOS BY OLIVIER KONING

LOCAL MAKERS

Wandering Wahiawā Explore some of the neighborhood’s most exciting small food and drink businesses.

Barrio Café’s salad with carne asada, greens from local farm Hydro Ola, pico de gallo, cucumber, jicama, avocado sauce, house-made pickled onions and queso fresco

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“I really just want to elevate O‘ahu’s rural communities, like Wahiawā. There’s so much culture, food and history. People need to give us a chance.”

N THE SHADOW of the Wai‘anae and Ko‘olau mountain ranges, the Wahiawā of yesterday and the Wahiawā of today rub shoul— Poni Askew ders, one almost indistinguishable from the other. Tucked between pawn shops, tailors and hair salons that look like they’ve been here for practically forever (because they have), and next to holes in the wall like Dong Yang Inn and Shige’s Saimin Stand that have been feeding local families for generations, there’s a quiet OCAL EATERS from all sides of the island have always known that bloom of new and newish neighbors settling Wahiawā makes great food. We find any excuse—a first baby lū‘au into the nooks and dens of the old strips of in Mililani, a rare trip to Hale‘iwa with out-of-town guests—to dip town. This is not a gentrification story, a into town for a bowl of Shige’s saimin with a cheeseburger deluxe or find-and-replace mission helmed by the offa bag of fresh butter rolls from Kīlani Bakery. But what if we made spring of yuppies and hipsters. At least not Wahiawā the destination, and not merely a pitstop on the way to somewhere yet. The wealthy and development-hungry else? Our itinerary for a day trip to Wahiawā, where we don’t just pull over hordes haven’t taken over. The aging aren’t and stop, starts where all good mornings start: with coffee. being ousted by the new and shiny. By all accounts, this is the story of the allure of a small, Central O‘ahu town, its smallness 9 A .M., CRAFT COFFEE + COMMUNITY being its greatest asset. Over the past five years or so, local business owners have quietly been choosing N A BAY of otherwise unremarkable warehouse Wahiawā. Honey farmers and mead makspaces at the end of North Cane Street, Bizia Surf ers, espresso pullers and surfboard shapers, & Coffee Shop is an exercise in evolution—a sometaqueros and bakers—an influx of newcomers are all thing great that morphed into something more that saying the same thing: Wahiawā is where it’s at. will, when it realizes its full potential, be a lot of Poni Askew, a born-and-raised Wahiawā girl who things that Wahiawā’s never had before. Bizia started as a launched the wildly popular Eat the Street monthly surfboard shaping company that makes surfboards from truck food rallies that ran in Honolulu from 2011 until the invasive albizia tree. The surf and coffee shops are an 2016, has rediscovered her hometown as a place that’s, extension of The Albizia Project, a sustainable building well, not Honolulu. When she and her husband decided project that started as a University of Hawai‘i doctorate to slow things down after almost a decade of nonstop thesis. hustling, it just made sense to go back home. Co-owner and operations manager Christine Johnson “I love Wahiawā. I always have. And yeah, it’s my says that the coffee shop, which shares a space with the home, but it’s also just a really great town,” says Askew, surfboard showroom, was her answer to using the space chatting from behind the bar at her family’s newest to its fullest potential. “When we first started working in business venture on Kīlani Street, Hawaiian Vinegar Wahiawā on the surfboard project, I was very unfamiliar Co., an artisan vinegar distillery (more on that later). with how much Central O‘ahu doesn’t have. Like a yoga “I really just want to elevate O‘ahu’s rural communities, studio, like craft coffee, like coworking spaces, like evelike Wahiawā. There’s so much culture, food and histoning events. Being in Honolulu for so long, it just never occurred to me that there wouldn’t be those things out ry. People need to give us a chance.” She then rattles off here,” Johnson says. “We want to create a flexible space a list of must-visit places that are new to the Wahiawā that offers events that appeal to all kinds of different astownscape, like the proud mayor of a hidden gem that’s pects of the community. We want to be able to share the just begging to be discovered.

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Christine Johnson, co-owner of Bizia Surf & Coffee Shop

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11 A .M., CUPCAKES + CONNECTIONS

Wahiawā chose them, not the other way around. Jayme Choi, a pastry chef who opened her bakery, Pua Cake Studio, in 2021 in a strip of storefronts on Kamehameha Highway, says her late father’s ties to Wahiawā as an immigrant worker made her want to learn more about the town where her father started a new life for himself and his family. Since becoming part of the community, she says she’s come to realize that almost everyone she meets, whether they are from Wahiawā or not, has a connection to the town because their immigrant parents, grandparents or great-grandparents worked on nearby plantations. It’s as if Wahiawā is the piko, the starting place, for so many of our life stories. “As an immigrant myself, being in Wahiawā gives me a sense of pride and understanding, and it’s one of the reasons Wahiawā is very special to me,” says Choi, who immigrated to Hawai‘i from South Korea when she was 3 years old. Choi’s cupcake studio specializes in intricate, hand-piped buttercream floral decorations that top cakes and cupcakes. Choi is often working on large orders for weddings and other special occasions, but walk in on a Friday, Saturday or Sunday morning and pick up a half-dozen assorted cupcakes: one for now (and if you do only eat one, eat the liliko‘i) and five for the drive home. And since this day is quickly turning into a food-fest for the ages, a quick peek into the Uber Factory, which is in the same building as Pua Cake Studio, is a nonnegotiable. The bakery’s signature sweet, an ube-filled tart, is the perfect car snack. Two bites. Pau. It’s like it never happened.

“As a business owner, it’s my responsibility to take care of my community, and you know what? The community will take care of you.” — Miriam Olivas

space with Wahiawā. People are so hungry for a beautiful space where they can spend time and create community.” Johnson says she’s already had requests to use Bizia as an event space for things like poetry nights, Saturday morning yoga sessions, live music events and coworking options. But even without the extracurriculars, Bizia’s modern coffee shop, beautifully dressed in light neutrals and outfitted with handcrafted albizia wood accents, gives tranquil, surf-life vibes that invite lingering and slow sipping. No barking baristas and rushed latte orders here. This is Wahiawā, where even craft coffee—espresso meticulously pulled and served in real glass— knows how to chill. “There is a spirit in Wahiawā that I have never felt anywhere else,” Johnson says. “This place is magical. When it came to opening the shop, it was like we had to be here. We never considered being anywhere else.”

BIZIA SURF & COFFEE SHOP 401 N. CANE ST., A2, WAHIAWĀ, BIZIASURF.COM, @BIZIASURF

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ALKING TO LOCAL BUSINESS OWNERS, there’s a consensus that

PUA CAKE STUDIO 71 S. KAMEHAMEHA HIGHWAY, WAHIAWĀ, (808) 206-3349, PUACAKESTUDIOHAWAII.COM, @PUACAKESTUDIOHAWAII

UBER FACTORY 71 S. KAMEHAMEHA HIGHWAY, WAHIAWĀ, FACEBOOK.COM/UBERFACTORY, @UBERFACTORY

NOON, MEXICAN MOCOS + MILITARY APPRECIATION

HE RESTAURANT LIFE is in Miriam Olivas’ blood. Her parents own El Palenque, Wahiawā’s first and oldest Mexican restaurant, and after 25 years in the family business, and with some not-sosubtle prodding from her mom, Olivas stepped out on her own and now operates Barrio Café out of a tiny, festive space on Kīlani Avenue. She runs the whole place with just one other staff member. She is everything, all the time: owner, chef, server, caterer, social media manager, accountant, event planner. Her family moved to Hawai‘i from Los Angeles when she was a teenager; they accidentally ended up in Wahiawā and never left. Now, she’s more Wahiawā girl than anything else, but her Mexican heritage runs deep. When she opened her own place in 2017, she wanted to stay true to her Mexican Miriam Olivas, owner of Barrio Café

Lorraine Haili Alo, owner of Haili’s Hawaiian Food

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Brandon and Poni Askew, owners of Hawaiian Vinegar Co.

roots, but she also wanted to honor this place that has been a home for her family for almost 30 years. She created a Mexican menu with a nod to Wahiawā: fried rice with house-made chorizo; a “Mexi Loco-Moco” (green chili, pork and beans on a bed of rice, with pico de gallo, over-easy eggs and queso fresco); the Leilehua Band Burrito (Spam, eggs, beans and cheese—a portion of burrito sales is donated to Leilehua High School); and the churro French toast, which is made entirely from Wahiawā products. “It’s really the community here that makes this town so great,” Olivas says. “As a business owner, it’s my responsibility to take care of my community, and you know what? The community will take care of you.” Just as Olivas was hitting her stride in her new place, COVID hit. Like small businesses everywhere, the danger of losing it all loomed large. Could she weather it? Did she even want to? She did. And she did. “My community is what kept me open. People

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Latest selection of shrubs from Hawaiian Vinegar Co.

weren’t coming from other parts of the island to eat here. This place was sustained by the Wahiawā community. My community kept me going,” she says, adding that the military, with Schofield Barracks, Wheeler Army Airfield and Helemano Military Reservation nearby, make up a large portion of her loyal customer base. She estimates that about 70% of her lunchtime clientele is military. The high percentage of military personnel in the area means Wahiawā is, perhaps more than many towns on the island, reliant on military business. Though there is no data available on how the military presence impacts food businesses in Wahiawā, all of the business owners we spoke to said that they count on the military to keep sales up. Some estimate that the military accounts for 30% of their sales—for others, like Olivas and her family’s El Palenque restaurant, that percentage is much higher. Still, Wahiawā doesn’t feel like a military town. Everyone fits in, says Olivas, even the ones who don’t have roots here. She used to be one of them. Now she’s one of us.

BARRIO CAFÉ 672 KĪLANI AVE., WAHIAWĀ, (808) 622-3003, BARRIOCAFE808.COM, @BARRIOCAFE808

1:30 P.M., FERMENTATION STATIONS + TALK STORY SESSIONS

IGHT NEXT DOOR to Barrio Café is Poni

and Brandon Askew’s newly opened Hawaiian Vinegar Co. The Askews make and bottle their own vinegars using local overstock produce or produce that isn’t pretty enough to sell on store shelves. Their vision for the vinegar distillery is to support local farmers by buying and utilizing produce that would otherwise be wasted, and to create a tasting room where people can hang out and talk story. Poni is the taste maker, Brandon is the brewmaster, and together they’ve created a flavor lab of artisan vinegars and shrubs, also known as drinking vinegars. Duck into HAWAIIAN VINEGAR CO. 672 KĪLANI AVE., #102, WAHIAWĀ, (808) 780-1383, HAWAIIANVINEGARCO.COM, @HAWAIIANVINEGAR MĀNOA HONEY & MEAD 930 PALM PLACE, WAHIAWĀ, (808) 493-9081, MANOAHONEY.COM, @MANOAHONEYMEAD

their shop and let Poni guide you through a tasting flight of vinegars and shrubs to find your favorite. The Salted Lemon shrub is ours. The Askews share a bit of a brewmance with another couple of brewers who’ve been in Wahiawā for almost a decade. Together, they make up the unofficial Wahiawā brewers’ club. Mānoa Honey & Mead has been harvesting and selling raw local honey since 2014. And obviously, when life gives you honey, you make mead. Husband-and-wife-team Yuki and Erika Uzuhashi chose Wahiawā for their mead distillery because the town is centrally located to their bee yards all over the island. Besides the optimal geography, Yuki, who is from Japan but now calls Wahiawā home, says that choosing to make this place his adopted hometown was a given. “Wahiawā is very down-to-earth, and it’s a great place to talk story with the community,” Yuki says. “Coming from Japan, I see lots of Japanese descendants in the area, and it makes me feel at home and nostalgic. Like, I feel like I know that uncle! Maybe I’ve met him in a past life.”

3 P.M., BONE BROTH + NOSTALGIA

O. NOT THAT KIND OF BONE BROTH. This is a yuppie- and

hipster-free town, remember? While pho is generally considered lighter fare on the food spectrum, at Ribs & Broth, a new pho shop that opened a few months ago in Wahiawā Town Center, the folks in the kitchen take pho broth—clear and clean— and toss in a couple of bone-in Fred Flintstone beef ribs: ribs and broth. (We love a straightforward and descriptive restaurant name. No surprises here.) The place is already a staple for neighborhood pho lovers, and it fills up pretty quickly during peak meal times. Our solution: Get that mammoth bowl of pho to go. Ribs & Broth does a very brisk takeout business, and the staff seems to be specifically trained in how to perfectly pack an order of pho for the trip back to your part of the island. A French iced coffee while you wait does double duty as a kanak attack antidote and a sort of second-wind boost in anticipation of the last—and possibly the best—stop on this guided eating tour of Wahiawā. Walk, don’t drive (this is sound advice; trust us), down the block to 6Sixty Apparel where owner Justin Oho operates a shave ice counter, blending up what he calls “Shave Ice Shakes,” the drink equivalent of the shave ice cone with vanilla ice cream at the bottom. There’s a long list of flavors available including the usual faves, with a few ringers thrown in like Butterbeer and yuzu. But listen: You’re here for the pickled mango shave ice shake. Made from a pickled mango recipe that has been in his family for generations, Oho created a shave ice syrup that is tart and sweet and tangy and puckery and perfect. Blended with a couple of scoops of vanilla ice cream, it is ingestible nostalgia. Get a pickled mango-li hing combo shake and it’s all the flavors of a Hawai‘i childhood. Hanabata glory days. The best part? The shake, unlike a cone or bowl of shave ice, fits perfectly in a car cup holder.

RIBS & BROTH 935 CALIFORNIA AVE., B15, WAHIAWĀ, (808) 622-7525, RIBSBROTHHI.COM, @RIBSANDBROTH

6SIXTY APPAREL 670 CALIFORNIA AVE., WAHIAWĀ, (808) 200-2418, 6SIXTYAPPAREL.WEEBLY.COM, @6SIXTYAPPAREL

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afterthoughts

BY JAMES CHARISMA

contributor

That’s the Spirit

FINALLY STARTED SOME LATE SPRING CLEANING around

my apartment a few weeks ago. It’s amazing (or horrifying) how much stuff I accumulate. Though some trinkets have memories attached to them—matchbooks from restaurants long gone, novelty prizes won at Punahou Carnivals—a lot of it is really just junk. I figured the easiest thing to do was fill garbage bags with everything that wasn’t important to me. But then I saw an old unopened bottle filled with liquid. It looked to be many decades old and, although the word “Primo” was engraved on its side, it also bore the label “Ivan Ivanovitch brand vodka.” I had never heard of Ivan Ivanovitch. Neither had longtime local private detective Steve Goodenow of hawaiiancollect ibles.com. He appraises artifacts, and when I asked him about my bottle, he told me that Primo beer had been brewed in Hawai‘i beginning in the early 1900s (at the former Royal Brewery building that still stands at 547 Queen St.), which means this bottle could be more than a century old. I also asked Hawai‘i Adjutant General Army Maj. Gen. Kenneth Hara, whom I had previously interviewed for a story about his own vintage glass bottle collection, if he knew anything about good ol’ Ivan. He didn’t, but he said that old distillers sometimes reused bottles. He introduced me to a Facebook group called “Old Hawai‘i Bottles & Collectibles,” filled with dozens of local aficionados, but none of them knew what to make of my find, either. The fact that there was still liquid inside, presumably vodka even though it was clearly a beer bottle, seemed to baffle everyone. It took me days to remember that I got the bottle from the former Liquor Collection at Ward Warehouse. I reached out to Art Koshi, whose family had owned the spirit shop for more than three decades. When it closed in 2016, I purchased an inflatable

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Guinness toucan decoration that hung in the store and Art’s father gave me the vodka as a bonus. “We were selling it as a collectible,” Art tells me. “My dad remembers this one because he had some trouble entering it into inventory. It was so obscure to him that he couldn’t trace it.” I knew the feeling. Luckily, a shot in the dark message to longtime Bishop Museum historian DeSoto Brown yielded answers. During World War II, all types of stuff became difficult to get in Hawai‘i because of national war demands on manufacturing as well as supply chain and transportation (ahem) bottlenecks. Liquor was in high demand, Brown says, and so were the bottles it came in. The U.S. government granted a waiver for local liquor producers to reuse any bottles they could find, and some even offered small cash payments to people who turned them in. That’s likely how I ended up with this “Primo” vodka. Brown and another local historian, Iāsona Kaper, confirmed that “Ivan Ivanovitch” was a made-up name for any generic Russian man, like John Smith or John Doe for an American. Hawaiian Distilleries Ltd., which created this vodka, just slapped Ivan Ivanovitch on for branding. “Hawai‘i WWII liquor still in an original bottle and with an authentic paper label is very rare,” Brown writes in an email. “Practically none of the actual items still exist … although the demand for it would be low since nobody would know what it is since its history is forgotten, as you discovered.” Eh, that’s OK. I wasn’t trying to make a buck. I just didn’t want to throw away anything that actually meant something to me, which this bottle now does. Ivan is back on my shelf—along with a new story.

photo: brandon miyagi

Uncovering the history of a mysterious bottle.

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