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Vision

Daniel K. Inouye Elementary empowers learners to explore, discover, create, and share.

Eagles Pride:  Take Care of Yourself.  Take Care of Others.  Take Care of Our School.
  • 1959 Established
  • PK-5 Grade-Level Learning Community
  • Fully Accredited by Western Association of Schools and Colleges Fully Accredited by Western Association of Schools and Colleges
  • April 19 DKIES Day
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Mission

At Daniel K. Inouye Elementary, learners explore through hands-on experiences and inquiry-based learning to discover new ideas. We expect students to collaborate and communicate with each other and to rely on critical and creative thinking skills to gain new insights into their learning.

News & Announcements

chocolate milk recall notice 10/15/25

School Notification - Chocolate Milk Recall Notice, Oct .15, 2025

Aloha DKIES Families,

The Hawai‘i Department of Health issued a voluntary recall for Meadow Gold half-pint chocolate milk (expiration date Oct. 16, 2025). This product was distributed to schools, including ours.

We are committed to ensuring the health and safety of all students and will continue to follow state guidance as this situation develops.

Please see the attached parent letter for more information.

Thank you.
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Parent-Teacher Conference Information 2025

Daniel K. Inouye Elementary School will host Parent-Teacher Conferences October 20–24, 2025. Families will review report cards, celebrate strengths, and discuss strategies for growth with their child’s teacher. Sign up by September 24 at https://www.dkies.org/apps/pages/Conferences.
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Federal Impact Aid : Help Our School: Complete the Federal Impact Aid Survey

The Federal Impact Aid survey will be sent home in Wednesday folders on Sept. 4, along with a letter of support from Garrison Commander, COL Sullivan (also attached here for your convenience). *Click on the Headline to access the letter.

✅ Please review the letter
✅ Complete the survey card
✅ Return it to your child’s teacher the next day

Impact Aid directly benefits all students and schools by helping cover the costs of classroom materials, resources, and essential services.

Mahalo for your continued support! 🌺🦅