News & Announcements

2023 Summer School

Hawaii Online Course Summer School

Published February 2, 2023

A Day In The Life of The Battalion Commander

Published January 26, 2023

Junior Prom Information

Junior Prom is here! Read on for packet pick-up and collection information!

Published January 19, 2023

12/07/2022 Letter to Parents - Lockdown

Aloha Parents and Guardians, here is the letter regarding the events of the lockdown event that happened today, December 7, 2022.

Published December 7, 2022

12/7/2022 Lockdown Notice

Aloha Hilo High School Parents and Guardians, our campus was briefly placed on lockdown due to a reported threat to campus. The Hawaii Police Department immediately responded and subsequently determined there was no threat to our campus and the lockdown was lifted. All students and staff remained safe throughout the incident and classes have resumed as scheduled. A parent letter with more details is forthcoming. Mahalo.

Published December 7, 2022

Six students to compete at the HOSA State Leadership Conference 2023

This past weekend, 16 of our HOSA students competed at the Big Island HOSA Regional Conference. There, six of our Hilo High HOSA members qualified to compete at the HOSA State Leadership conference on OAHU this upcoming March. They will represent Hilo High and the Big Island at the State Competition.

Published December 6, 2022

A Seussified Christmas Carol by Peter Bloedel| PALC

The show is a Dickens show all the way.... except the whole thing is done in rhyme! Watch at the Hilo High Auditorium on from Friday, December 2 through Sunday, December 4th, 2022.

Published December 2, 2022

11/28/2022 Mauna Loa Update 2

Aloha Hilo High School parents and guardians,

This message is to inform you that our campus is scheduled to remain open to all students and staff tomorrow (November 29) and going forward, unless otherwise noted.

Published November 28, 2022

11/28/2022 Mauna Loa Eruption Update

Aloha Vikings, Mauna Loa began erupting at approximately 11:30 pm on Sunday, November 27, 2022. Currently, lava is contained in the caldera. Hilo High School, as well as all DOE schools in the Hilo-Waiakea complex will remain open today. Click to read the official letter home.

Published November 28, 2022

Hawai'i Keiki Program

The Hawaii Keiki: Healthy and Ready to Learn Program continues to grow to meet the on-going health needs of Hawaii Department of Education students, schools, and local communities. Advanced practice registered nurses and registered nurses provide a variety of clinical services in school clinics as well as health education for students and staff.

Published November 17, 2022

Help support the Viking Band!

The Hilo High School Viking band is having a fundraiser every Wednesday in the month of November 2022. Kozmic Kones will donate $1 to the Viking band for every chicken katsu plate bought.

Published November 5, 2022

The 2022 Winter Ball is here!

Hilo High School's 2022 Winter Ball is happening in December!

Published November 5, 2022

BIIF Wrestling at Hilo High, Saturday, 1/7/2023

Support our Hilo High School Boys and Girls Wrestling Team this Saturday, 1/7/2023. We have our first tournament of the wrestling season right here at home at our new gym. Wrestling starts at 10:00am and will finish close to 4:30pm. Every school on the Hawaii island will be wrestling, so please come cheer for our wrestling team. Show these schools the Viking spirit, and be part of the Viking takeover. It's not something you want to miss. See you on the mat.

Published January 4, 2023

Semester 1 Tutoring

The last day of after school tutoring for semester 1 will be on Thursday, December 15, 2022. Our tutoring program will resume on Monday, January 9, 2022. Stay tuned to the Hilo High Website, www.hilohigh.org, for semester 2 tutoring information.

Published December 12, 2022

'Tis the Season "A Walk Through Christmas Town"

'Tis the Season "A Walk through Christmas Town" sponsored by the County of Hawaii will be held at the Afook-Chinen Civic Auditorium on Wednesday, December 21 from 6pm - 9pm Gates open at 5 pm. Enter through Pi'ilani Street only.

There will be Light up floats, Treats for every family and local food trucks.

This event is open to the public

Published December 15, 2022

Testing Dates for SY 2022-2023

Check out this post to see which tests are available to take at Hilo High School!

Published November 4, 2022

Class of 2023! Wanna help plan your Senior Prom?

Seniors! Interested in helping to plan your senior prom? The prom committee's first meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 1st, 2022 during lunch recess in room R24.

Published October 24, 2022

Art and Writing Award and Scholarship Opportunites

Are you an artist or writer interested in scholarships?

Published October 24, 2022

Class of 2027 Registration and Parent Information Night

Welcome to our incoming freshmen Class of 2027! Please RSVP for your registration and parent meeting night!

Published November 4, 2022

11/30/2022 - PALC Dress Rehearsal Cancelled

Aloha PALC Ohana: Due to unforeseen circumstances, tonight's dress rehearsal is cancelled. Thank you for your understanding.

Published November 30, 2022

Are you excited for Winter Ball 2022?

Do you want to go to Winter Ball this year?

Published October 21, 2022

Joining the military? ASVAB Testing is soon! (11/30/22)

Planning to join the military after high school? Then you’ll need to take the ASVAB!

Published October 21, 2022

November 21, 2022 Bell Schedule - Elective Scramble

Published November 21, 2022

Reporting Student Absences

NEW Digital method for reporting student absences!

Published October 20, 2022

11/07/2022 Modified LOT Schedule

Attention, there will be a special assembly occurring after STARS on Monday, 11/07/2022. As a result, the bell schedule for Monday has changed. Please be advised that the opening tardy bell will ring five minutes earlier at 8:05 AM.

Published November 6, 2022

PSA Don't Drive Distracted

Traffic Safety Reminders. Be safe and don't drive distrcted.

Published September 26, 2022

State Board of Education letter to families to provide input

The State Board of Education invites parents and families to provide input on the priority areas the Board must focus to improve the state's public education system.

Published September 22, 2022

C/O 2024 Class Shirts are in!

Attention Juniors! Did you order a class shirt this year?

Published September 20, 2022

9/15/2022 | TR25A and TR25B Pickup and Dropoff Times Changing

Attention bus riders on the Kaumana lines TR25A and TR25B, please check out this post for changes in pick up and drop off times.

Published September 15, 2022

Class of 2023 Senior Mob Shot

Senior Mob Shot will be taken at the New Gym on Monday, September 19, 2022 during STARS. Poster Size: No bigger than 24" wide and 18" tall. Please be appropriate! No contraband, cursing or naughty-ness.

Published September 12, 2022

PSAT/NMSQT Registration

Taking the PSAT/NMSQT is a great way to prepare yourself for the real SAT!

Published September 5, 2022

ASVAB Administration

The next ASVAB will be taking place on Tuesday, September 13th. 2022!

Published September 5, 2022

Final Free Bus Ride for 2022-2023 SY

This is the last week for students to ride school buses without a pass. Starting Monday, August 29th, 2022, if you do not have a bus pass, you will not be allowed to ride. Please make sure to turn in your applications and/or payment to the main office by the end of this week.

Published August 24, 2022

Class of 2023 Senior Parent Night Information, Scheduled for 9/1/22

Class of 2023 Seniors! Here is some important information for Senior Parent Night!

Published August 22, 2022

10/3/2022 SCC Meeting Cancelled

Due to unforeseen circumstances there will be no SCC meeting tonight. The next meeting will be held on November 7th. Thank you all for your understanding.

Published October 3, 2022

Final Free Bus Ride for 2022-2023 SY

This is the last week for students to ride school buses without a pass. Starting Monday, August 29th, 2022, if you do not have a bus pass, you will not be allowed to ride. Please make sure to turn in your applications and/or payment to the main office by the end of this week.

Published August 24, 2022

08/15/2022 Message from Principal Urasaki

Principal Urasaki addresses the Hilo High School student body regarding the negative events that occurred during the week of 8/8/2022 to 8/12/2022

Published August 14, 2022

08/13/2022 - Football Preseason vs Lahainaluna HS

LETS GO VIKINGS! Our Hilo High Vikings go against visiting team Lahainaluna Lunas. Watch live as our varsity football team goes against our special visitors from Maui! Kickoff is at 6 PM!

Published August 12, 2022

Girls Basketball Conditioning

Girls basketball conditioning is taking place now!

Published August 11, 2022

SCU Hiring

The Hilo High Student Credit Union is hiring!

Published August 11, 2022

Art Club Meeting

Art Club will be meeting for the first time in the 2022-23 school year!

Published August 11, 2022

Class of 2026 Class Council

Interested in class council, class of 2026? Fill out an election packet now!

Published August 9, 2022

SY 22-23 BIIF Athletic Card Pickup this Week!

Fee Collection Receipts and BIIF Cards are ready for pick up! If you paid the $25 student dues, you are eligible for your FREE BIIF Card. Use your BIIF card to get in free at most BIIF home games and our pre-season football game this Saturday at Wong Stadium vs Lahainaluna. Kickoff is 6 PM!

Please bring your ID and pick it up during recess and lunch this week at the patio.

Published August 9, 2022

Class of 2023 Yearbook To-Do's

Class of 2023, it's time to get ready for the yearbook!

Published August 7, 2022

Hilo High Email Threat August 2, 2022

An email threat was sent to the administration of Hilo High School. The Hawaii County Police Department was notified immediately and is conducting an investigation. Additional security measures are in place and the school will remain open with no changes in the schedule.

Published August 2, 2022

Return to School / Work Policies and Procedures Effective July 26th, 2022

Watch a video explaining the changes to the Return to School/Work policies and procedures that went into effect on July 26, 2022

Published August 1, 2022

08/01/2022 Freshmen Only Day

Welcome to Hilo High School! Check out this post to see the full bell schedule for the day along with things you need to know!

Published July 30, 2022

Hilo High School is NOT A POLLING PLACE. HI VOTES BY MAIL. 808-453-VOTE

Pursuant to Act 136, all registered voters will receive their ballot in the mail 18 days prior to each election, and no traditional polling places will be established.

Published July 29, 2022

SY 22-23 Traffic, Safety and Logistical Reminders

Welcome back Vikings! Please take the time to thoroughly read this message regarding traffic rules, safety and other logistics needed to start this school year.

Published July 27, 2022

SY 22-23 Fee Collection, Schedule Pick Up and Open House

Please join us for Hilo High School’s Annual Student Fee Collection, Schedule Pick Up, and Open House which will be held on the Hilo High School campus on Monday, July 18, 2022.  Come anytime between the hours of 8:00 am and 2:00 pm.

Published July 9, 2022

Superintendent Hayashi parent letter regarding updated COVID-19 health and safety guidelines

The Department's recently updated COVID-19 health and safety guidance, which incorporates the latest recommendations from DOH and the CDC, will go into effect on July 26, 2022.

Published July 26, 2022

Chromebook Drop-Off 2022

Here's your opportunity to return any borrowed chromebooks and/or Hotspots! Returns will be happening on Monday, July 18, 2022 from 8am-2m in the LRC (HHS Library). This is happening on the same day as fee collection!

Published July 14, 2022

Diploma Pick Up for 2022 Graduates

Wednesday, June 15: 10am - 12pm
Thursday, June 16: 12pm - 2pm

Published June 15, 2022

08/04/2022 Welcome Back LOT Schedule

Check out the modified bell schedule for our welcome back spirit LOT this Thursday.

Published August 2, 2022

2022 Summer Meals for Children 18 Years and Younger

Hilo High School is one of 83 public schools that will serve meals free of charge over the summer to children ages 18 years and younger, regardless of public school enrollment status, through its summer food service program.

Published June 1, 2022

05/19/2022 Senior Farewell LOT Bell Schedule

Today is a modified schedule, 1-3-5-LOT-7. Click on the post to view the bell schedule. The LOT will be at the pool.

Published May 19, 2022

"Kū I Ka Māna" | May Day Hōʻike 2022

Today there is a modified bell schedule to include a special May Day performance. The evening show will be tonight at 6 PM at the New Gym.

Published May 13, 2022

Hilo High Spring Music Concert

The 2022 Hilo High Spring Music Concert is on May 12th, 2022!

Published May 7, 2022

4-H Animal and Veterinary Science Camp

Information on the 4-H Animal and Veterinary Science Camp this summer from June 20-24, 2022!

Published May 7, 2022

Seeking Performers for ʻŌiwi Ē Video 2022!

We are looking for members of our Viking community of all ages to record themselves either singing along, dancing or playing an instrument for our Oiwi E Video. The deadline to submit is Thursday, May 5, 2022. The full video will be live on Monday, May 9, 2022.

Published May 2, 2022

Yearbook Pick Up: May 9 - 13, 2022

Aloha Vikings! If you pre-ordered your SY 21-22 yearbook, please pick them up at lunch time at L-5 during the week of May 9 - 13, 2022. Please bring your I.D. and your receipt if possible. We will have a list of names, so don't stress if you can't find your receipt.

Published May 1, 2022

Summer College Prep Sessions for C/O 2023

Sign up for the Summer College Prep Session

Published June 15, 2022

2022 Teacher of Promise: Dr. Hippolyte Assi

We are so proud of our very own Dr. Hippolyte Assi who was selected as the Teacher of Promise for the HW Complex! #hhsVikingPride

Published May 1, 2022

HHS Athletics May 2-7 2022

Check out the Hilo High athletics taking place this week, May 2-7 2022!

Published May 1, 2022

HHS SCU is hiring!

The HHS SCU is hiring student bank tellers! Pick up an application if you're interested in this great opportunity!

Published May 1, 2022

Hero Store Open

The Hero Store is open again for in-person shopping in the 21-22 school year!

Published May 1, 2022

SY 21-22 Yearbook Pickup

Want to pick up your 21-22 school year yearbook?

Published April 27, 2022

Footloose Musical!

All the information you need to see PALC's spring musical- Footloose- from May 6-8th. 2022!

Published May 1, 2022

Spectator Policy For Athletic Events Effective March 26, 2022

....Indoor Masking is required until further notice

Published March 23, 2022

Hilo High School Summer Bridge Program

Summer Bridge program is open to all incoming freshmen!

Published April 19, 2022

Hilo High School Summer Program

Summer Courses available.

Published April 19, 2022

Class of 2022 Commencement Updates

IMPORTANT: We are still in the planning process as state, county, and DOE guidelines continue to update and change. All commencement information given is subject to change based on guidelines at the time of graduation.

Published April 21, 2022

April 18, 2022 - Superintendent Letter to Parents

Indoor masking continues to be implemented through May 27, 2022.

Published March 23, 2022

This Week in Viking Athletics | 4/11 - 4/16/2022

Check out the events happening this week. This week, KVIKS Media is broadcasting Softball and Baseball.

Published April 11, 2022

Spring Break COVID-19 Testing

COVID-19 testing still offered during spring break

Published March 9, 2022

Upcoming College Visitation

The University of La Verne will be visiting on Wednesday, March 30, 2022 at 10:00am. If you're interested in this presentation please come to the LRC to sign up.

Published March 7, 2022

No Parking on Waianuenue

Due to county road work, there will be no parking on Waianuenue Ave.

Published February 10, 2022

Wellness Guidelines

Eating habits and active lifestyles developed in childhood can take hold throughout life. Read More...

Published March 2, 2022

Viking Merchandise

New Hilo High Viking merchandise is available for purchase!

Published April 5, 2022

Upcoming College Visitations

Read here to find out about an upcoming college visitation at our school!

Published March 21, 2022

ASVAB Testing

The last ASVAB administration of the year is coming up on Wednesday , April 13th, 2022!

Published April 5, 2022

4/4 - 4/9/2022 - This Week in Viking Athletics

View this week's list of athletic competitions! Please note that this Saturday's Baseball game will be held at Walter Victor Stadium.

Published April 4, 2022

Aloha Friday Lunch Rally

Join us this Friday, 4/8/22, for an aloha Friday lunch rally!

Published April 4, 2022

Yearbook Pickup

Didn't pick up your 2021 yearbook? You still can!

Published April 5, 2022

Drivers Education Classes

There are openings for drivers ed classes this summer!

Published April 4, 2022

(3/7 - 3/12/2022) This Week in Viking Athletics

Spring Sports is in full swing! Congratulations to our Winter Sports champions! Check out the schedule for this week.

Published March 7, 2022

SY 21-22 Title 1 - Free Leafy Greens Grow Kit

Be healthy, sustainable, and organic! Grow your own leafy greens! Students, are you and your family interested in a FREE, Title 1 sponsored gardening kit?

Published March 1, 2022

Class of 2022 Prom Packet Pick up

Information on packet pick up for senior prom

Published March 28, 2022

HCC Early Childhood Education Visitation

HCC's early childhood education program will be visiting Hilo High on April 1st, 2022

Published March 28, 2022

Running for Student Office

Are you interested in running for student office? Here's valuable information!

Published March 21, 2022

Old Navy ONWard Field Trip

Information on signing up for the Old Navy ONWard Field Trip on April 9th and 10th, 2022.

Published March 28, 2022

AVID Donations

Donate supplies to local foster kids.

Published March 21, 2022

Class of 2024 Loco Moco Fundraiser

Learn about the class of 2024's loco moco fundraiser taking place on March 29th, 2022 at Cafe 100!

Published March 28, 2022

3/21 - 3/26, 2022 | This Week in Viking Athletics

The first week of quarter four is full of athletic competitions! Check out the schedule for this week. KVIKS Media will be broadcasting the Baseball home game on Wednesday.

Published March 20, 2022

Junior Week - 3/24/22

Check out what's happening on Thursday 3/24/22 for junior week!

Published March 23, 2022

Juniors Graduation MC

Do you want to be the MC for class of 2023?

Published March 21, 2022

Junior Week - 3/23/22

Check out what's happening on 3/23/22 for junior week!

Published March 22, 2022

Junior Week - 3/22/22

Check out what's happening on Tuesday 3/22/22 for junior week!

Published March 21, 2022

3/14 - 3/19, 2022 | This Week in Viking Athletics

Check out the athletic competitions happening on Saturday! There are no games this week between Monday and Friday.

Published March 14, 2022

SY 21-22 Track and Field Sign-Ups and Conditioning

Track and Field sign-ups and conditioning begin Wednesday, February 23, 2022 at 3:30 PM at the Hilo High Track!

Published February 22, 2022