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The Hawaiian Islands were first settled as early as 400 C.E., when Polynesians from the Marquesas Islands, some 2000 miles away, traveled to Hawaii’s Big Island in canoes. They were highly skilled farmers and fishermen.  Hawaiians lived in small communities. the historic cultural footprint can be discovered on each island and is an important part of who we are and how we live.

The Big Island of Hawaii is the youngest and largest island in the Hawaiian chain. It is almost twice the size of all of the other Hawaiian Islands combined.  One can experience all but four of the world's different climate zones here, ranging from Wet Tropical to Polar Tundra, a result of the shielding effect and elevations of the massive volcanoes Maunakea and Maunaloa. From black sand beaches to a snow capped volcano, there is much to see and do here, but most of all one learns to travel outside their usual day-to-day life and learn to Live Aloha.

Hawaiian Shores is conveniently located to schools, shopping, recreation, the airport in Hilo, and the University of Hawaii, Hilo. Located less than 10 miles from Pahoa Village and about 30 minutes from Hilo town, there are numerous stores, restaurants and retailers in easy access proximity. 

Pahoa High and Intermediate School is a public, co-educational high school and middle school. It serves grades seven through twelve and was established in 1910. Pahoa Elementary enjoys active parent involvement and is close by. The Hawaii Academy of Arts and Science is a charter school based in Pahoa. It was founded on June 21, 2001, and serves grades 7-12. Mālamalama Waldorf School was founded in 1978 as an answer to the growing need for a school which would provide a more personal atmosphere, centering on the development of the whole child. Just thirty minutes away, education of higher learning and a host of opportunities and events can be discovered at the University of Hawaii campus at Hilo. The university has been accredited since 1976. It offers thirty-three undergraduate and three graduate degree programs, and has some 3000 students.