Waimea Canyon Middle School - (808) 338-6830

Waimea Canyon Middle School consists of students in grades 6-8 who live in the communities of Kalaheo, Eleele, Hanapepe, Kaumakani, Waimea, and Kekaha.

About Waimea Canyon Middle School

Waimea Canyon Middle School consists of students in grades 6-8 who live in the communities of Kalaheo, Eleele, Hanapepe, Kaumakani, Makaweli, Waimea, Pakala, and Kekaha. The school is two blocks west of Waimea High School and is bordered by a county park, a residential subdivision, hospital and agricultural land. The school’s history dates back to 1972 when Waimea Canyon Elementary School opened its doors and serviced grades K-6 from Waimea, Pakala, and Makaweli. In 1977 the intermediate grades (7-8) were added and its name changed to Waimea Canyon Elementary & Intermediate School. In July 2007, the school converted to a middle school and became Waimea Canyon Middle School.






Mascot & Colors

The school mascot is the “Minihune,” a younger version of the Menehune. In ancient Hawaii, the Menehunes were believed to be small mythical humans similar to elves or leprechauns. The Menehunes were recognized for their perseverance, hard work, team work, and playfulness. The school colors are royal blue and white.






Philosophy (What We Believe)

The Waimea Canyon Middle School Community consists of students, parents, faculty, staff, administration, and community members who believe the quality of education can make the difference in the quality of life. We believe that every child has the right and obligation to learn and acquire knowledge and skills that is needed to be successful. Every child is expected to learn is his/her own unique way.


We believe members of the school’s community greatly influence a child’s attitude toward learning. When the school, family, and community share in the responsibility of guiding and supporting all students, excellence in education is achieved.







Philosophy (What We Believe)

During the middle school years, adolescents between the ages of 11-14 display a wide range of growth and developmental patterns. There are physical, intellectual, moral/ethical, emotional/psychological, and social developmental changes that occur. These changes do not always develop smoothly during middle school years therefore; the middle school is designed to meet the developmental needs of young adolescents. All students belong on a grade-level team. Elective classes and an enrichment program provide students the opportunity to explore areas of interest. It is important that the teachers, school staff, parents, students, and community function as a team to create a nurturing learning environment for the children.







About Middle Schoolers

To ensure students use and develop life skills, the six GLOs and the 3 Rs (Resourceful, Responsible, and Respectful) are stressed. Students who exhibit the GLOs and 3 Rs are recognized with a Positive Behavior Incentive Support (PBIS) award and are eligible to win prizes.







The six GLOs are:

1)Responsible for one’s own learning.
2)Community Contributor by working well with others in the community and world.
3)Complex Thinker and problem solver.
4)Produce Quality performances and products.
5)Effective Communicator
6)Effective and Ethical User of Technology with the ability to use a variety of technologies

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