Back-to-School Extravaganza to recognize academic achievement, help students prepare for new year

Nā Kiaʻi O Maui will host its second annual Back-to-School Extravaganza from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 25 at the No Na Kanaka Resource Center, 150 Hana Highway.

The event is open to everyone and will feature the Make the Grades student rewards event and student physicals.

Make the Grades is open to middle and high school students who earned a grade-point average of 3.5 to 4.0 during the 2025-26 school year. Students must present their report card to participate and may select a prize, including a surfboard, boogie board, sports gear, fishing gear or snorkeling gear. Prizes will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.

Student physicals will be offered in partnership with Project Vision Hawaiʻi. Physicals are available by appointment only, and six appointment openings remain. Insurance will be billed for each physical. Parents and guardians may request an appointment by emailing info@nakiaiomaui.org.

“As students prepare to return to school, we want them to feel supported, recognized and ready to succeed,” said Nettie Aquino, founder and CEO of Nā Kiaʻi O Maui. “The Back-to-School Extravaganza celebrates their hard work while helping families take care of an important health requirement for the new school year.”