Info About First Week Of School
We are excited to welcome everyone back for the new school year.
First Week Reminders/ Information
Monday, August 4: No School for Students This is a Waiver Day for staff. It's a great opportunity to visit the office and take care of any outstanding fees, lunch payments, or bus applications. Please bring exact change.
Tuesday, August 5: 7th & 8th Grade Students Only
- Arrival: Parents are welcome from 7:50 AM to 10:45 AM. If you arrive before 7:50 AM, both parents and students should head to the Playcourt or Cafeteria.
- Parking: Use the Back Field parking lot; enter from Nuhou St. by the Cafeteria (just follow the signs!).
- Dismissal: Bus or pick-up is at 2:00 PM.
Wednesday, August 6: 6th Grade Students Only
- Arrival: Parents are invited from 7:50 AM to 12:25 PM. Please note, lunch will not be provided for parents. If you arrive before 7:50 AM, both parents and students should go to the Playcourt or Cafeteria.
- Parking: Use the Back Field parking lot; enter from Nuhou St. by the Cafeteria (just follow the signs!).
- Dismissal: Bus or pick-up is at 2:00 PM.
Thursday, August 7: All Students Report (Grades 6, 7, & 8)
- This is a "C" schedule day.
- Early Release: Dismissal is at 1:15 PM.
Friday, August 8: All Students Report (Grades 6, 7, & 8)
- This is an "A-Day" schedule.
- Dismissal: Student pick-up is at 2:00 PM.
Car Pick-Up Information (CKMS School Year 2025-26)
- 7th & 8th Grade Students: Pick up in front of the Admin/Building I parking lot.
- 6th Grade Students: Pick up at the back parking lot, behind the cafeteria.
- Siblings: If you have multiple children, all students can be picked up together in the 7th/8th grade pick-up area.
Office Reminders
Bus: Students need a bus pass to ride the bus.
On the first day of school, students can ride the bus to school without a pass. For those who have paid, bus passes will be distributed during Advisory. However, students will not be allowed to ride the bus home without a bus pass.
The deadline for Quarter One bus payments is August 15. You can pay online or at the school office.
Free/Reduced Lunch Information
This year, students approved for Reduced-Price Meals will get one free breakfast and one free lunch daily! Keep in mind that à la carte items and bottled water still need to be paid for, and bus fees remain unchanged.
If your child received Free or Reduced-Price Lunch last year, please submit your new application by September 16th. If we don't receive your application by then, your child's meal status will automatically change to full price.
We look forward to seeing everyone soon!
Signup For Parent Sqaure
Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School Launches ParentSquare for Enhanced Communication
Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School (CKMS) is excited to announce the adoption of ParentSquare, a new communication platform designed to foster a stronger connection between the school and families. Activation for ParentSquare begins today, July 2, 2025.
ParentSquare offers a streamlined and secure way for the entire school community to stay informed and engaged. With this new system, parents and guardians will be able to:
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Receive all school and classroom communications directly via email, text, or through the dedicated ParentSquare app.
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Access and view the school and classroom calendar, as well as RSVP for school events.
For parents who have already registered with ParentSquare, no further action is required. New parents will soon receive an invitation via email or text message to join ParentSquare. Activating an account is quick and easy, taking less than a minute.
ParentSquare is accessible on any device. Families can download the free mobile app from the Apple iOS or Android stores, or utilize the desktop version by visiting www.parentsquare.com.
"Our goal is for every family to join ParentSquare and engage with our school community,"
Should you have any questions regarding ParentSquare, please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Holwegner at 808-977-1265 or via email at [email protected].
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