McKinley Campus
Welcome to McKinley Campus!
The McKinley Campus is the largest of five campuses and is centrally located within the heart of Honolulu's political, economic, and cultural centers.
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), signed into law on July 22, 2014, is designed to help job seekers access employment, education, training, and support services to succeed in the labor market and to match employers with the skilled workers they need to compete in the global economy.
Hawai'i State Community School for Adults offers classes that help adults get the basic skills they need including reading, writing, math, English language proficiency, and problem-solving to be productive workers, family members, and citizens. Adult Education program areas include English Language Acquisition (ELA), Integrated English Literacy and Civics Education (IELCE), Integrated Education and Training (IET), Adult Basic Education (ABE), Adult Secondary Education (ASE), High School Equivalency (HSE) preparation, GED testing, Hawaii Adult Community School Diploma and General Interest classes.
634 Pensacola Street, Room 216
Honolulu, Hawaii 96814
Phone 808-594-0540
Fax 808-594-0544
Welcome to the Hawai'i State Community School for Adults
The Hawai'i State Community School for Adults (HSCSA) services students who are looking to learn English and/or pursue their high school equivalency certification. The HSCSA has campuses on Oahu, Maui, and Kauai, Hawai'i. Please click on the video below to see our latest advertisement for our campuses.Course Offerings
Restaurant Ready Course
Are you looking to get started in a career in the food service, restaurant, or hospitality industry? If so, the Restaurant Ready course is for you. In this course you will learn about the basic skills and responsibilities needed to get started in the industry along with the skills needed to maintain employment. The course will be taught by Mr. Kevin Donnelly, a veteran in the areas of food and hospitality management and a former college faculty member. The course will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 to 11 am starting January 20th and ending on May 7, 2026. The cost to enroll is only $20.00. If you are looking to learn new skills in a career field with many opportunities, the Restaurant Ready course is for you. For more information call 808 594-0540.
Download PDF: Restaurant Ready Spring 2026
Writing Enrichment and Public Speaking Course
The Writing Enrichment and Public Speaking course is held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 to 8 pm. This course bridges the gap between basic fluency and native-like expression by focusing on the nuances of persuasive, explanatory, and descriptive communication. Through a flexible curriculum, learners master the grammar and vocabulary needed to add detail to their writing and speaking. By focusing on real-world practice rather than a textbook, students gain the confidence to express their ideas clearly and naturally in any situation.
Thank you for your interest in our campus. For more information, please contact our school office at 808 594-0540.
Download PDF: Writing Enrichment and Public Speaking Fall 2025
HSCSA - McKinley Campus School Calendar
HSCSA McKinley Students, below is the Summer 2026 semester calendar.
Registration for the Spring semester will start on May 26, 2026 and the semester will end on August, 6 2026. Registration is held Tuesday through Thursday.
Classes are held Monday through Thursday at the following times:
- 9 to 11 am
- 12 noon to 2 pm
- 6 to 8 pm
For more information about the school calendar and classes, please call 808 594-0540. Mahalo.