Waiakea Intermediate School (WIS) is located in the Waiakea District of Hilo on the Big Island of Hawaii. WIS is the middle school in the Waiakea complex of schools comprised of the high school and two elementary feeder schools. All of WIS students belong to an interdisciplinary team, which is made up of the core subject areas of English (Language Arts), social studies, math, and science as well as non-core areas of physical education/health, fine arts and basic practical arts. In addition to teaming, WIS also provides opportunities to reinforce social and character development through our daily Advisory Program.
Our 7 period rotational schedule provides extended learning opportunities for those students who demonstrate a need. Using the Hawaii State Assessment Program and school level assessments, identified students take a "double block" of reading, writing and/or math, as appropriate. In addition, the 7 period schedule allows for a strong "elective/exploratory" program. Students are able to pursue areas of interest in courses such as Band, Ukulele, fine arts, hands-on science, yearbook, multi-media productions, leadership, and study skills.
WIS students consistently demonstrate excellence as evidenced by their outstanding achievements in mathematics competitions, science fairs, History Day competitions, spelling and geography bee, athletic events, and Concert Band and Ukulele Band performances. The WIS community is committed to meeting the needs of all middle level students!
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City Hilo
Island Hawaii
Zip 96720
Grade From Gr 6
Grade To Gr 8
Contact Person Lloyd Matsunami
Phone # 808 981-7231
Fax # 808 981-7237
Website http://waiakeaint.k12.hi.us
Number of Teachers 59
Number of Students 862
District Name Hawaii
Complex Area Name Hilo-Laupahoehoe-Waiakea
Complex Name Waiakea
School Code 385
School Name Short Waiakea Int
Military Impacted No
Waiakea Intermediate School's Summary of Progress Report shows how teaching, learning and assessments are being based and aligned to Hawaii State Standards and Benchmarks. It summarizes progress made in accomplishing school improvement goals.
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Waiakea Intermediate School's Student Profile describes the school's Fall Enrollment, Number and Percent of students enrolled for the entire school year, Number and Percent of students receiving free or reduced-cost lunch, Number and Percent of students in Special Education programs, Number and Percent of students with Limited English Proficiency and Percent of Kindergarteners who attended Preschool.
View School Year ›Waiakea Intermediate School's Ethnicity report focuses on giving the number and percent of students enrolled by race. It describes the population of the 13 common races as well as other foreign races usually enrolled in a school.
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Waiakea Intermediate School's Enrollment Statistics shows the no. of students enrolled in each year. Animated graph is used to easily determine how enrollment fluctuates every year.
Waiakea Intermediate School's facility report shows total number and shortage of classrooms if any. It also shows comprehensive condition of the facilities like building exterior, building interior, grounds, sanitation etc. through its Inspection rating.
School Facilities are considered inadequate if below 70%; marginal if between 70% and 99%; and in excess of state standard if above 100%. School population is placed into size categories and is used in formulas to determine State standards for space.
For each category:
1 = Unacceptable; 2 = Satisfactory; 3 = Very Good
For Total:
6-8 = Unacceptable;
9-15 = Satisfactory;
16-18 = Very Good
School facilities are considered inadequate if below 70%; marginal if between 70% and 99%; and in excess of state standard if above 100%. School population is placed into size categories and is used in formulas to determine State standards for space.
Waiakea Intermediate School's Attendance & Absences shows the average daily attendance and average daily absences compared to the State Standard.
View School Year ›Waiakea Intermediate School's Retention is also included in this report where it shows the percent(%) of students retained in every school year.
View School Year ›Waiakea Intermediate School's Suspension report shows the number of students being suspended. Offenses are categorized into "Class" depending on the nature of violation committed. Class - D, for light violation and Class - A for grave offense.
View School Year ›Examples of class of suspension:
Class A: Burglary, robbery, sale of dangerous drugs
Class B: Disorderly conduct, trespassing
Class C: Class cutting, insubordination, smoking
Class D: Contraband (e.g. possession of tobacco)
Waiakea Intermediate School's Certified Staff report includes Teaching Staff, Professional Teacher Credentials, Students per Teaching Staff and Administrative and Student Services Staff. It gives details on teacher headcount, teacher in regular and special instruction, no. of teachers serving the school for more than 5 years, no. of fully licensed teachers, librarians and counsellors.
View School Year ›Waiakea Intermediate School's Test scores covers Hawaii Content and Performance Standards (HCPS) and SAT9/TerraNova. Scores are given based on the grade level and the no. of students tested in a given year.
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