Mililani Schools. The public schools serving the Mililani community are part of the State of Hawaii Department of Education’s Central Oahu District, one of four school districts on Oahu, and include Mililani High, Wheeler Intermediate, Mililani Middle, Mililani Uka Elementary, Mililani Waena Elementary, Kipapa Elementary, & Mililani Mauka Elementary.

School Year. Two semesters, approximately 176 days of classroom instruction. Some schools are on a unified year-round calender or multi-track schedule.   See school calendar.

School begins. Generally, first week of September.

School ends. Generally, prior to June 11, Kamehameha Day.

Recess. Generally, winter - two weeks including Christmas and New Year’s Day. Spring - last full week in March. See school calendar.

School Choice. Public school students must attend the school in the area where they live, unless granted a geographical exception. For information about exemptions, call the school where attendance is desired.

Kindergarten Eligibility. Children who are five by December 31 may enroll (not mandatory).

Registration Requirements. Children registering in Hawaii for the first time need: birth certificate, certificate of release and proficiency from the last school attended, and medical reports. [See FAQ on health requirements]

Special Education. Special education services for students and those who have other special needs is available. Free appropriate public education, including transportation, is offered to all eligible students with every reasonable measure taken to expedite a student’s appropriate special education placement. To do this, it is critical that all proper documents from the student’s previous school or clinic be available for the school to review. Parents/guardians should contact their child’s school upon moving to the Central Oahu District. For more information, contact the Central Oahu School District, located in the Mililani Technology Park at 627-7478.

Accreditation. Mililani High and Wheeler Intermediate are accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Schools of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). Mililani’s elementary schools are in the process of seeking this accreditation.

Standardized Testing of Students. Various standardized tests are given at various grade levels to assess academic progress and achievement. In grades 3, 6, 8, and 10, the Stanford Achievement Test is administered. Students also take the National Assessment of Educational Progress Test, at least twice - in elementary and in intermediate school. And college bound students also take the Scholastic Assessment Test (or college boards) in their junior and/or senior years.

Graduation Requirements. To graduate from high school, students must earn at least 22 credits in grades 9-12. Minimum course and credit requirements are: English 4, Social Studies 4, Mathematics 3, Science 3, Physical Education 1, Health 1/2, Guidance 1/2, and Electives 6. In addition, students must exhibit mastery of 16 skill areas by passing the Hawaii State Test of Essential Competencies (HSTEC) or a performance test given by the Essential Competencies Certification Center (ECCC). Students have several opportunities to pass these tests.

Health Requirements For Participating In Athletics. All students participating in intramural, inter-school athletics, and interscholastic programs are required to have physical examinations annually. The examination should be completed within three months of the start of the first sport in the school year which they will be participating in. Athletic physical examination forms are available from the school office.

School Funding. Most of the funding for public education in Hawaii comes from the State’s general fund. The Governor and Legislature control the State budget, and with input from the Board of Education, determine the amount of funds available for schools. Most of the money from the general fund are derived from the State income tax and 4 percent excise tax, rather than property taxes as in most other states.

School Meal Program. For a nominal fee, lunch is available for all students. A breakfast program is also available. Students from low-income families qualify for Federal subsidies to reduce school meal costs. Contact your child’s school for more information.