What's Being Discussed

Meeting minutes: The committee will review and approve notes from its previous meeting on April 9, 2026.
Miloli'i Charter School pre-opening requirements: The committee will get an update on whether this school-in-progress is meeting the assurances and expectations required before it can open.
2026–27 new charter school applications: The committee will discuss the timeline, process, application questions, and how applications will be evaluated for the upcoming application cycle.

Decisions Expected

A vote to approve the April 9, 2026 meeting minutes.
Possible action on Miloli'i Charter School's progress toward meeting pre-opening requirements — this could affect whether the school moves forward with opening.
Possible action on finalizing the rules and criteria for groups applying to open new charter schools in the 2026–27 cycle.

Who Should Pay Attention

Families and community members connected to Miloli'i Charter School, as decisions about its opening status may be made.
Groups or individuals interested in starting a new public charter school in Hawaii, since the application process and requirements will be discussed.
Parents, educators, and community members who want to weigh in on how charter school applications are reviewed.

The meeting is open to the public and takes place Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. You can attend in person in Honolulu, join via Zoom, or call in by phone. Public testimony is welcome. Written comments can be sent to commission.mail@spcsc.hawaii.gov.