student Support Center

2nd floor of the Administration Building

The WHS Student Support Center provides a comprehensive and developmental program that addresses academic, career, and personal/social development for all students.  In partnership with educators, parents or guardians, and the community;  we support a culture where students are empowered to reach their potential while utilizing their unique abilities and interests.   

Check out the WHS Student Support Events Calendar

***These dates are subject to change***

Let's meet our team!

Vince Nitta

Tech & Design Academy Counselor  for:

Arts & Communication

 Industrial & Engineering

Email: vincent.nitta@k12.hi.us

Phone:  808-338-6800 ext. 179

Office Hours:  8:00-3:00PM


Shara Bucasas

HAHT Academy Counselor for:

Health Services, Agriculture,

and Hospitality & Tourism

Email:  sharalyn.bucasas@k12.hi.us

Phone:  808-338-6800 ext. 112

Office Hours:  8:00-3:00PM


Erin Akamine

Freshman Academy



Email:erin.akamine@k12.hi.us

Phone:  808-338-6800 ext. 113

Office Hours:  M-F  8:00--3:00PM

Clarisse Kauwe

College & Career Counselor

Early College Counselor

Email:  clarisse.kauwe@k12.hi.us

Phone:  808-338-6800 ext. 211

Office Hours:  8:00-3:00PM

Kim Frasco

Student Services Coordinator

Email: kimberly.frasco@k12.hi.us

Phone:  808-338-6800 ext. 164

Office Hours:  M-F  8:00--3:00PM

Wendi Sato

Registrar

Email:  wendi.sato@k12.hi.us

Phone:  808-338-6800 ext. 109

Office Hours:  M-F  8:00-3:00PM

Tessa Samio

Attendance Clerk

Email: tessa.samio@k12.hi.us

Phone:  808-338-6800 ext. 110

Office Hours:  M-F  8:00--3:00PM

Waimea High School

9707 Tsuchiya Rd.  

Waimea, HI 96796

Phone:  (808) 338-6800

Fax:  (808) 338-6807