More than half the kids at this school are in ramp up classes. The school only seems to cater and help those in ramp up. However, children who are not in ramp up are not being challenged. My son is not in ramp up and has barely had any homework since the first day of school. He brought home his mid
... Read more quarter report and received all B's. I am worried about my son and I feel that he is not getting an education that he deserves. I am disappointed in Hilo Intermediate School!! Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/09/08
Notice the dramatic change in reviews over the past 2 years. HIC went through 'restructuring' in the 2005-2006 school year due to lower-than-required test scores. The school is now run by a corporation which takes the school's money to 'implement' better ways of preparing for the test. It is not working.
... Read more Students are less happy and overwhelmed, teachers are less happy and overwhelmed, parents are confused, test scores are not improving, and the curriculum no longer provides the diversity this community needs. This system does not work! Read less
Posted by a other on 06/25/08
My teen also attends Hilo Intermediate and he has tried and is trying so hard to get his grades up, no thanks to scheduling meetings with his counsler and teachers they are not on the same page as far as getting him to learn what he is having problems with he has given up his recess and lunch hour to
... Read more to and get help but they are not helping him only giving him stress and breaking his spirit in school he wants to change schools and is very sad there, Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/26/08
I have two children that attend this school and both received bad mid-quarter grades but I was not informed of this until they brought home the reports. The school faculty lacks communication with the parents and counselors. With all the communication devices today (cell phone, e-mail and internet.)
... Read more there is no reason for not communicating with the parents. I am very disappointed with this school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/11/08
I have 2 kids in Hilo intermediate and I personally don't think they do enough to encourage there students to be all that they can be. They also have a poor habit of informing parents of there kids failing. I did not know my child was getting all d and f grades until I was called when the quarter ended
... Read more which by then was to late to help my child out. [I'm] ready to just home school my kids because I don't feel the staff care enough. Thank you. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/15/06
Hilo Intermediate is currently lacking in middle school curriculum. The students that pass their tests are allowed to do either a band or art class. If the student is a poor test taker or has some learning disabilities then they are given double english and math classes according to their scores. Middle
... Read more school education should be about keeping active minds moving in a positive way. Currently I don't feel HIS is doing that. Yes, they have a wonderful band program and the majority of the teachers are caring. I feel the school needs more opportunities for hands on learning experiences. Parent participation is low at best. Security and discipline have improved over the years. My first child went to this school but my second will not be going here for the above reasons. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/24/06
As of the 2005-2006 school year, Hilo Intermediate provides more than sufficient academic quality and extra-curricular activities. We've had two children go to this school, and can say that most of the teachers were genuinly concerned about their learning and did more than expected. Our children love
... Read more being in band class! And a couple of brave teachers volunteered their time to set up a robotics program. Track and other sports activities are offered as well as clubs. The security personnel are unbelievably on their toes! They are cheerful and extremely helpful! Mahalo to HIS! You're the best in our eyes! Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/29/06
I'm not a parent, but a student. I think that the school needs more clubs. The school does not have activitys that cover everyone interests.The band is very good and some science teachers have made a club but over all there is little to do.
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Posted by a student on 08/15/05
The academic program is okay. There is an excellent band instructor and program that teaches the kids how to play instruments well and helps the children understand dicipline and proper etiquette. The arts and sports program are also excellent. I think personally ther should be more extracurricular
... Read more activites and clubs because the only ones available are Leo and Builders (Kiwanis) to seventh graders and only one more for eighth graders. The parents need to get more involved and I think that it is because the parents don't get chosen and everything is volunteer. There should be more involvement by majority of parents especially in the Band Boosters program to help support the kids who play and the upkeep of the instruments. Read less
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Hilo schools — Hilo Intermediate School is located at 587 Waianuenue Ave, Hilo HI 96720. 587 Waianuenue Ave is in the 96720 ZIP code in Hilo, HI The school district for Hilo Intermediate School is the Hawaii School District. Hilo Intermediate School is a Public school that serves grade levels 7 - 8.
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