Hilo Union School Home

Following storm assessments, all public schools statewide — including Hilo Union — will be closed Monday, Aug. 17 to allow time for campus safety checks, utility restoration, and storm cleanup.

🚫 No in-person classes Monday
🏫 Students should not report to campus
👷 Only staff supporting reopening prep will report to work sites

This closure currently applies to Monday only — updates on reopening will be shared as soon as they're available.

Please stay safe and follow guidance from local and state emergency officials. Mahalo for your understanding 🌈

Full letter below 👇

Quick summary:

* Campuses close Fri 5:30 pm–Sun (Tropical Storm Lala)

*⚠️ A+ will NOT be operating tomorrow, Friday, Aug. 14, 2026

*Any other events during the closure window are canceled/postponed

*Expected to resume normal operations Monday, Aug. 17, 2026 — updates to follow if that changes

Full official notice posted in picture.

We'll continue monitoring the storm and will share updates if plans change. Stay safe, Hilo Union ʻohana 🌺

Aloha Hilo Union School ʻOhana! It's almost time for the first day of school! 🏫✏️📚 We're so excited to welcome our Rainbows back tomorrow, Monday, August 3, 2026.

Here are the important details for drop-off and pick-up:

Drop off: Kapiolani gate at 7:15 am

Pick up: Kapiolani gate at 2:15 pm

Wednesday pick up: 12:35 pm

Get your backpacks ready, and we'll see you soon!
Mahalo!