Distance Learning Enrollment Process
Admission into the Distance Learning program will be on a case-by-case basis upon approval from the school principal
prior to the first day of school, August 3, 2022.
Admission into the Distance Learning program will be on a case-by-case basis upon approval from the school principal
prior to the first day of school, August 3, 2022.
Summer Opportunities: Applications Available Now!
KMS Summer Bridge (incoming 6th graders): The transition from elementary school to middle school can be intimidating. In order to support our incoming 6th grade students, we will be offering the 6th Grade Summer Bridge Program to provide a sneak peek into middle school life. See flyer here for more information and link to the application here.
KMS Summer Boost (for current 6th and 7th graders): Looking for some fun for the summer? Consider enrolling in our KMS Summer Boost program. This is an opportunity to participate in math and reading practice as well as engaging enrichment classes from June 6th to July 15th (8:00am-12:15 pm). Meals and transportation are provided free of charge! See flyer here for more information and link to the application here.
KMS Summer Bridge (incoming 6th graders): The transition from elementary school to middle school can be intimidating. In order to support our incoming 6th grade students, we will be offering the 6th Grade Summer Bridge Program to provide a sneak peek into middle school life. See flyer here for more information and link to the application here.
KMS Summer Boost (for current 6th and 7th graders): Looking for some fun for the summer? Consider enrolling in our KMS Summer Boost program. This is an opportunity to participate in math and reading practice as well as engaging enrichment classes from June 6th to July 15th (8:00am-12:15 pm). Meals and transportation are provided free of charge! See flyer here for more information and link to the application here.
Free Meal Service
The Department of Education is pleased to announce that all students at Hawai'i's 257 public schools statewide will receive free breakfast and lunch meals for the entirety of the 2021-22 school year.
Meal service for distance learning students will be located in the Cafeteria Monday - Friday:
The Department of Education is pleased to announce that all students at Hawai'i's 257 public schools statewide will receive free breakfast and lunch meals for the entirety of the 2021-22 school year.
Meal service for distance learning students will be located in the Cafeteria Monday - Friday:
- Breakfast: 8:00AM - 8:30AM
- Lunch: 12:45PM - 1:15PM
8th Grade Student Promotion Drive-Thru
We can't believe it is almost time to celebrate our fabulous 8th graders and send them off in style with our 8th grade promotion! In order to maintain safe COVID-19 protocols, our promotion will be a drive-thru event similar to last year's.
When: May 26th, 4:00-6:00 pm
Where: Shipman Gym Parking Lot
How: Families will drive up to the Shipman Gym lanai where students will exit their car, receive their certificates, and stop for photos before returning to their car to continue around as faculty and staff cheer them on.
Mask use and social distancing will be maintained for this event.
More information to come soon! We look forward to seeing all of our 8th grade families there to celebrate their farewell to Middle School before their next adventure in High School!
We can't believe it is almost time to celebrate our fabulous 8th graders and send them off in style with our 8th grade promotion! In order to maintain safe COVID-19 protocols, our promotion will be a drive-thru event similar to last year's.
When: May 26th, 4:00-6:00 pm
Where: Shipman Gym Parking Lot
How: Families will drive up to the Shipman Gym lanai where students will exit their car, receive their certificates, and stop for photos before returning to their car to continue around as faculty and staff cheer them on.
Mask use and social distancing will be maintained for this event.
More information to come soon! We look forward to seeing all of our 8th grade families there to celebrate their farewell to Middle School before their next adventure in High School!
May Family Pau Hana Meeting!
Join us for our next Virtual Family Meeting on Thursday, May 19, 2022 at 5:00 pm!
For this month's meeting we want to have some fun and games together! After a brief update on literacy resources and access for summer time reading, we will hold a KMS Digital Escape Room! Families will work as a team to try and crack the codes using hints about classic and popular books and see if they can be one of the fastest to break out! Prizes available for the first three families to successfully crack the code!
Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/edd-rxbn-wuy
Or dial: (US) +1 617-675-4444 PIN: 801 229 487 0676#
If you missed any of our prior meetings, you can view slide presentations on the Learning Resources Page.
Join us for our next Virtual Family Meeting on Thursday, May 19, 2022 at 5:00 pm!
For this month's meeting we want to have some fun and games together! After a brief update on literacy resources and access for summer time reading, we will hold a KMS Digital Escape Room! Families will work as a team to try and crack the codes using hints about classic and popular books and see if they can be one of the fastest to break out! Prizes available for the first three families to successfully crack the code!
Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/edd-rxbn-wuy
Or dial: (US) +1 617-675-4444 PIN: 801 229 487 0676#
If you missed any of our prior meetings, you can view slide presentations on the Learning Resources Page.
Family Resource: The Dangers of Vaping
It is reported that 1 in 3 middle school students report having at least tried vaping before. With rates this high it is important for families to be informed about the dangers, warning signs, and options regarding teen vaping. We have partnered with the University of Hawai'i at Hilo Nursing School to provide this resource for parents and guardians to better help us all respond to this epidemic and help our children and students make healthy choices.
It is reported that 1 in 3 middle school students report having at least tried vaping before. With rates this high it is important for families to be informed about the dangers, warning signs, and options regarding teen vaping. We have partnered with the University of Hawai'i at Hilo Nursing School to provide this resource for parents and guardians to better help us all respond to this epidemic and help our children and students make healthy choices.
Pacific Island Storytellers: Celebrating Language and Culture
Wednesday, 4/13 6pm-7pm | Chuukese
Wednesday, 4/20 6pm-7pm | Marshallese
Wednesday, 4/27 6pm-7pm | Hawaiian
Register Here
** first 50 families to register will receive FREE bilingual books **
For more information or questions, contact: [email protected]
Notice to all of our Greenwave musicians!
The SPARX Hawai'i Music Contest is available to you! Watch the video here and get further details on the flyer below.
COVID-19 Requirements for Visiting Hawaii State Department of Education Schools and Offices
Effective September 13, 2021: All individuals 12 years and older visiting a Hawaii State
Department of Education (HIDOE) school or office must:
individuals remaining on campus for no more than 10 minutes.
Reference: Governor David Ige's Executive Order No. 21-07
Effective September 13, 2021: All individuals 12 years and older visiting a Hawaii State
Department of Education (HIDOE) school or office must:
- Provide verification of being fully vaccinated
- Provide a negative COVID-19 test result if not fully vaccinated
- Wear a mask at all times while on a school campus or in a HIDOE office
- Physically distance themselves from others
individuals remaining on campus for no more than 10 minutes.
Reference: Governor David Ige's Executive Order No. 21-07
Covid-19 Vaccination Information
Benefits of Getting a COVID-19 Vaccine (Center for Disease Control and Prevention)
Vaccine FAQs (Covid-19 State of Hawaiʻi Portal)
VAX Facts H.S. (UH Better Tomorrow Speaker Series: Hawaiʻi teens interview experts on Covid-19 Vaccine science and safety)
Benefits of Getting a COVID-19 Vaccine (Center for Disease Control and Prevention)
Vaccine FAQs (Covid-19 State of Hawaiʻi Portal)
VAX Facts H.S. (UH Better Tomorrow Speaker Series: Hawaiʻi teens interview experts on Covid-19 Vaccine science and safety)
Hawaii Administrative Rules Chapter 19
Establishes a procedure for filing and resolving complaints of discrimination, harassment, and bullying against a student in any program, activity, or service of the department by employees, volunteers, or third parties.
Establishes a procedure for filing and resolving complaints of discrimination, harassment, and bullying against a student in any program, activity, or service of the department by employees, volunteers, or third parties.
Soil Contamination and Fact Sheet
Kea'au Middle School tested positive for arsenic, and lead present in the soil. We are sharing the following information out of an abundance of caution and want to reassure you that exposure to these contaminants is preventable.
Kea'au Middle School tested positive for arsenic, and lead present in the soil. We are sharing the following information out of an abundance of caution and want to reassure you that exposure to these contaminants is preventable.
Hawaii Keiki School Nurses
Nursing services are provided to students
with no out-of-pocket expense to their families, and interpreters are available if needed. A complete list of HK nurses and their contact information is available at
http://nursing.hawaii.edu/department/hawaii-keiki-nurses
Nursing services are provided to students
with no out-of-pocket expense to their families, and interpreters are available if needed. A complete list of HK nurses and their contact information is available at
http://nursing.hawaii.edu/department/hawaii-keiki-nurses
Changes to Free Buss Pass Eligibility
Beginning in the 2021-2022 school year, a student attending a Community Eligibility Provision school must be Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program certified to be eligible for a free bus pass.
Beginning in the 2021-2022 school year, a student attending a Community Eligibility Provision school must be Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program certified to be eligible for a free bus pass.
Tik Tok Challenge Letter from Superintendent Hayashi
The latest trend on the social media platform encourages students to participate in monthly “challenges” involving vandalism, violence and other inappropriate behavior while at school and we are asking families to help us shut these down quickly.
The latest trend on the social media platform encourages students to participate in monthly “challenges” involving vandalism, violence and other inappropriate behavior while at school and we are asking families to help us shut these down quickly.
Asbestos Notification
Asbestos surveillance has been completed for December 2021, results indicate there have been no changes in the condition of the asbestos containing materials in our school buildings. A copy of the inspection is available for review in our office during normal school hours
Asbestos surveillance has been completed for December 2021, results indicate there have been no changes in the condition of the asbestos containing materials in our school buildings. A copy of the inspection is available for review in our office during normal school hours
Superintendent COVID Omicron update
Keeping our schools open and safe is a community effort and will require action and commitment from each and every one of us. Thank you for doing your part and for your continued support and cooperation.
Keeping our schools open and safe is a community effort and will require action and commitment from each and every one of us. Thank you for doing your part and for your continued support and cooperation.
School Quality Survey (SQS) Reminder
We are looking to hear from you! Please take a few moments to complete the parent survey here to share your thoughts on your child's experience at school. Deadline to complete the survey is March 11. More information available here.
We are looking to hear from you! Please take a few moments to complete the parent survey here to share your thoughts on your child's experience at school. Deadline to complete the survey is March 11. More information available here.
NAEP (National Assessment of Educational Progress)
A selection of our 8th grade students will be participating in this national assessment on February 15. Click here to see more details.
A selection of our 8th grade students will be participating in this national assessment on February 15. Click here to see more details.
Virtual STEAM Camp
Hawaii Community College in conjunction with Hawaii P-20, is offering FREE online "Virtual STEAM Camp" for grades 6-8 at Keaau Middle School. See flyer for sign up information.
Classes offered are:
Codebreakers
Javascript Developer Jam
Python Programmers
Hawaii Community College in conjunction with Hawaii P-20, is offering FREE online "Virtual STEAM Camp" for grades 6-8 at Keaau Middle School. See flyer for sign up information.
Classes offered are:
Codebreakers
Javascript Developer Jam
Python Programmers
Covid-19 Letter from Interim Superintendent Hayashi
This letter is to inform you of the processes our schools have implemented to address questions about the safety measures we have in place.
This letter is to inform you of the processes our schools have implemented to address questions about the safety measures we have in place.
KMS FREE Covid-19 Vaccination Clinic
FREE Covid-19 Vaccination Clinic at Shipman Gym
on Wednesday, September 15, 2021 from 9:00 to 11:00 am.
See the flyer and forms below. A hard copy of the flyer and registration forms will also be distributed to your child(ren) next week in their Ho'okele class.
Registration forms along with a copy of the student's medical insurance card (if any) should be submitted to the Ho'okele teacher no later than 9/13/2021.
KMS Free Vaccine Clinic Flyer
Student Registration Packet 2021 - COVID
PFIZER COVID Vaccine Consent Form
Vaccine Administration Record - Fillable
Greenwave Families, access our team presentations for our KMS 2021-2022 Virtual Open House on our Family Resources Page!
Update to Physical Requirements for 6th and 7th Grade Students
Since July of 2020 there are new health Department of Health requirements to enter 7th grade. These include the physical exam and vaccinations of HPV, MCV and TDAP. For current 6th & 7th grade students, these new requirements must be met to enter the next school year of 2021-2022.
For more information and the required Student Health Record (Form 14), see the 7th Grade Physical Exam page. View the 7th Grade Health Requirement Video for more information.
Since July of 2020 there are new health Department of Health requirements to enter 7th grade. These include the physical exam and vaccinations of HPV, MCV and TDAP. For current 6th & 7th grade students, these new requirements must be met to enter the next school year of 2021-2022.
For more information and the required Student Health Record (Form 14), see the 7th Grade Physical Exam page. View the 7th Grade Health Requirement Video for more information.
Welcome back video
Parent Letter: In-person learning for SY2021-22
For the 2021-22 school year scheduled to begin on August 3, all HIDOE schools will be fully open for daily, in-person learning. View full letter here
For the 2021-22 school year scheduled to begin on August 3, all HIDOE schools will be fully open for daily, in-person learning. View full letter here
Letter from Superintendent Hayashi
Aloha HIDOE parents and guardians and welcome to the 2021-22 school year!
Thank you for the critical role you continue to play in supporting your child’s learning. I appreciate your dedication during these challenging pandemic-impacted school years.
Aloha HIDOE parents and guardians and welcome to the 2021-22 school year!
Thank you for the critical role you continue to play in supporting your child’s learning. I appreciate your dedication during these challenging pandemic-impacted school years.
Student Fee/Uniform Information
Orders received by July 16 and cash only walk in orders will be available for pick up on the following dates in P1 (please drive through the top of the campus, it will be the first portable). If you have any questions, please feel free to email Mrs. Stone at [email protected]
Orders received by July 16 and cash only walk in orders will be available for pick up on the following dates in P1 (please drive through the top of the campus, it will be the first portable). If you have any questions, please feel free to email Mrs. Stone at [email protected]
- July 19 - 21 @ Noon - 4pm
- July 22 - 23 @ 8am - Noon