School Address: 734460 Queen Kaahumanu Hwy Kailua-Kona HI 96740
School District: Hawaii Department Of Education
County: Hawaii County
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West Hawaii Explorations Academy Public Charter School (WHEA), located at 74-4460 Queen Kaahumanu Highway in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, is known for its innovative approach to education. Focused on experiential and project-based learning, WHEA emphasizes science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) through hands-on and field-based projects. Students often engage in environmental studies and research projects that take advantage of the school’s unique Hawaiian coastal setting. As a charter school, WHEA operates with greater flexibility in its curriculum, fostering a community-oriented environment that encourages student-driven learning. The academy seeks to nurture critical thinkers who are prepared to address real-world challenges, often integrating cultural and environmental awareness into its programs.