VISION

Creating a community of lifelong learners in Kohala.

E ola mau ka po‘e ‘ike o Kohala.

MISSION

Kohala High provides an

Opportunity to achieve

High standards through

Authentic assessment and clear

Learning goals for

All students

MOTTO                    

E Ala E Nä Paniolo - Rise to the Challenge, Cowboys!

CORE BELIEFS  

Kohala High School:              

Creates an environment in which                               

Our students are valued individuals who are                          

Responsible for their own learning through                           

Effective teaching practices.

Kohala High's Clear Learning Goals (CLR)

Citizenship:  Display integrity, responsibility, and respect.

1. Know the individual's responsibilities and rights in school, home, and community.
2. Cooperate with people to achieve goals.
3. Demonstrate quality work.
4. Display respect for self and others.

Literacy:  Demonstrate high standards in literacy across content areas.

1. Apply knowledge and experience from different learning areas.
2. Read and write for various purposes and audiences.
3. Assemble information using a variety of resources.
4. Communicate with languages, mathematics, technology, exhibits and performances.

Reflection:  Utilize a variety of authentic assessment strategies to reflect on learning and meet learning goals.

1. Describe the positive and negative effects of actions or decisions.
2. Evaluate progress throughout the year and make adjustments in strategies as necessary.
3. Communicate learning needs and goals with teachers, mentors, and parents/guardians.

Hawaii Department of Education General Learner Outcomes

1. Student will be responsible for his/her own learning.
2. Student will be a team player.
3. Student will be involved in complex thinking and problem solving.
4. Student will be able to recognize and produce quality work.
5. Student will be able to communicate effectively.
6. Student will be able to use a variety of technologies effectively and ethically.