Waimea Country School

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Sneak Peek

Come by school to say hello and get a Sneak Peek before the first day of classes on Thursday. Open to all new and returning students and families. This is... Read more >>

School Spirit Day & Parade ~ Halloween

Waimea Country School St. James Circle, Kamuela

Come to school in costume No costumes too scary or gory, please No prop weapons No costume masks worn in class Costume Parade @ 8:20 am Parents welcome to join... Read more >>

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Family Game Night

Waimea Country School St. James Circle, Kamuela

Join us for a night devoted to enjoying our 'ohana. Bring friends and family to share a potluck dinner (don't forget your plates, utensils, and water bottles!) followed by a... Read more >>

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Malama Na Keiki Fundraiser

Waimea Country School St. James Circle, Kamuela

Saturday, February 24, 2024 Master Classes 4:00 - 5:00 pm Event Begins @ 5:00 WCS Campus on St James Circle

Hui Tuesday

Our last Hui Day of the year! Slideshow in Koai’a classroom for the whole school 8:30 am; students sign each other's hui shirts, which become a keepsake of the year.... Read more >>

‘Ohana Work Party

Waimea Country School St. James Circle, Kamuela

Please Plan On Joining Us Saturday - August 3rd - 8am - noon for the Annual ‘Ohana Work Party Let's get the facility ready for the school year! We’ll have... Read more >>

Re-enrollment Contracts DUE

Waimea Country School St. James Circle, Kamuela

Today is the deadline for current WCS families to submit contracts and deposits for the next school year. A signed contract and nonrefundable deposit are required to secure a child's... Read more >>

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Back to School ‘Ohana Potluck

Waimea Country School St. James Circle, Kamuela

Early release day Bring a potluck dish to share, as well as plates, utensils, napkins, and water bottles for your family. Share lunch with our ‘ohana — welcome back friends... Read more >>

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Curriculum Night

Don’t miss this important event! This is the time for teachers to talk directly with parents about the learning program, specific curriculum issues, home-school connections, classroom policies and procedures, and more. It... Read more >>

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Parent/Teacher Conferences ~ No Classes

Waimea Country School St. James Circle, Kamuela

Parents, our partners in education, and teachers meet in goal-setting conference. This meeting is the basis for collaborating on your child's growth and development for the year.

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Admissions Open House

Waimea Country School St. James Circle, Kamuela

Waimea Country School welcomes interested children and their families to our Admissions Open House on Saturday, November 1, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Come see the campus and hear... Read more >>

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Admissions OPEN HOUSE

Waimea Country School welcomes interested children and their families to our Admissions Open House on Saturday, January 10, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Come see the campus and hear... Read more >>

Parent/Teacher Conferences ~ No Classes

Parent/Teacher Conferences are an opportunity to discuss any questions you may have about your child's report and set goals for the rest of the year.

We ♥ Our Garden Party

Waimea Country School St. James Circle, Kamuela

WCS ’ohana work together to maintain, beautify, and enjoy our school garden. Students rotate through a variety of tasks, working in mixed-age groups. Families join in, working side-by-side with students.... Read more >>

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Literacy Day ~ WCS Vocabulary Parade

This day is devoted to literacy and is kicked off with an all-school Vocabulary Parade. Each student, faculty, and staff member chooses a vocabulary word to personify. Words are chosen... Read more >>

‘Ohana Kupuna Day ~ Early Release

Early release day We invite our students’ grandparents, extended families, and special friends to join children in class for about an hour before lunch. Children and guests enjoy a brown... Read more >>

Hui Lunch & Service @ Nature Park

The whole school walks to Ulu La’au (the Waimea Nature Park) for a picnic lunch and to conduct a service project. This day's service is done in recognition of Earth... Read more >>

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Garden Market & Spring Plant Sale

Waimea Country School St. James Circle, Kamuela

Join us for our Waimea Country School Spring Plant Sale. Herbs, flowers, vegetable starts, landscaping plants... something for everyone! All proceeds directly support the WCS school garden: Na keiki aloha... Read more >>

May Day Performance ~ Early Release

Waimea Country School St. James Circle, Kamuela

Early release day Show starts at 10:30 am, on lanai stage in the backyard, with an ‘ohana potluck immediately afterward. Parents are asked to help with decorating the stage and... Read more >>

Student-Led Conferences ~ No Classes

Waimea Country School St. James Circle, Kamuela

This is the cornerstone assessment of our learning program – an empowering activity that puts the child at the center of his/her learning. There are no classes. Children and their... Read more >>

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Graduation

Waimea Country School St. James Circle, Kamuela

This is an all-’ohana event held in the afternoon on the lanai stage in the backyard. Each graduate speaks about his or her experience at the school, and all classes... Read more >>

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Year End ‘Ohana Beach Picnic

Casual event, just hanging out on the beach with our friends, with no presentation or ceremony. The whole family is welcome! All children must be accompanied by their family or... Read more >>

Teacher Meetings

Waimea Country School St. James Circle, Kamuela

Contact Us

Laurel Matsuda
Head of School
P.O. Box 399
Kamuela, HI 96743
Phone: 808.885.0067
E-mail: Laurel Matsuda

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