School Address: 401 Waiakamilo Rd Honolulu HI 96817
School District: Hawaii Department Of Education
County: Honolulu County
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Halau Lokahi was a New Century Public Charter School located in Honolulu, Hawaii. It was established with the mission to provide an innovative educational experience grounded in Hawaiian culture and values. The school aimed to integrate traditional academic subjects with cultural learning, emphasizing hands-on and project-based approaches to education. However, despite its unique mission, Halau Lokahi faced significant challenges, particularly in terms of financial management and academic performance. These issues led to increased scrutiny and, eventually, severe consequences for the school. It struggled with financial instability, and audits revealed mismanagement of funds, which played a critical role in the school’s operational difficulties. Ultimately, due to these ongoing problems, combined with challenges in meeting state educational standards, the Hawaii State Public Charter School Commission decided to revoke its charter. This led to the school’s closure in 2014. Although the school is no longer in operation, its history reflects the complexities and challenges often faced by charter schools in balancing innovative educational models with regulatory compliance and financial accountability.