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Sept. 13, 2022

Residential Life program cultivates living and learning experiences for hundreds of KSK haumāna

Dedicated and highly experienced kumu – many of whom have been pillars of the program for years – guide haumāna on their journeys to become ʻōiwi leaders.

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Sept. 9, 2022

Weekly devotional: I can see clearly now

KS Maui Kahu Kalani Wong KSK’74 reminds us to look to ke Akua in excitement and open our eyes in prayerful expectation so that we see all the wonderful glories that are contained in His word.

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Sept. 2, 2022

Weekly devotional: He Pule

In honor of Queen Liliʻuokalani’s 184th birthday, KS Hawaiʻi Kahu Kaunaloa Boshard KSK’77 reflects on the words to the hīmeni, “He Pule,” written by the queen in 1874, sharing how it imbues her steadfast love for ke Akua, her faith in God’s protection and guidance for her people, and her ʻike of the Holy Trinity.

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Sept. 1, 2022

More than 100 KS Kapālama seniors on track to graduate with their college degree in the spring

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Sept. 1, 2022

Kūkahekahe: ‘Nohea i Muʻolaulani’ na Lili‘uokalani

This special Kūkahekahe by Cultural Consultant Manu Boyd KSK ’80 celebrates the Sept. 2, 1838 lā hānau (birthdate) of Queen Liliʻuokalani by recalling one of her homes in Kapālama, Oʻahu, known as Muʻolaulani.

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Aug. 26, 2022

Culture-based education makes learning come alive for Kapālama haumāna

In preparation for the new school year, a few haumāna, kumu and others took part in HCBE experiences across Oʻahu in early August.

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Aug. 23, 2022

Kūkahekahe: Tofu watercress salad – Lauʻai Tōfū Lēkō

Tofu watercress salad is a local favorite that is also refreshing and light. You can easily customize this recipe with your favorite add-ins or toppings.

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Aug. 22, 2022

Mālama Ola Minute: Easing back-to-school stress

Returning to the back-to-school routine can be a stressful time for parents and haumāna alike. Learn some simple stress-busting tips to help you and your keiki get the school year off to a great start in this monthʻs Mālama Ola Minute.

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Aug. 12, 2022

Weekly devotional: Free to serve

KS Maui Kahu Kalani Wong KSK’74 reminds us of the freedom we all have in Christ and how such freedom means we need to live our lives with a focus on others, so we might have a positive impact on them.

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Aug. 5, 2022

Weekly devotional: First, the foundation

KS Hawaiʻi Kahu Kaunaloa Boshard KSK’77 leans on the words of John 1:1-3 and reminds us that our universe is not the product of mindless matter, but an intelligent creator, ke Akua, who remains the foundation to our faith.

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July 29, 2022

Weekly devotional: On the wings of the wind

When calamity strikes, KS Maui Kahu Kalani Wong KSK’74 reminds us to not panic or fear. Instead, call on ke Akua for he will swoop down and lift us up on the wings of the wind and help to find peace that passes all understanding.

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July 26, 2022

Kūkahekahe – Lā Hoʻihoʻi Ea 2022

July 31 marks the first national holiday of the Kingdom of Hawaiʻi, Lā Hoʻihoʻi Ea (sovereignty restoration day). Hear about this important holiday from community organizer Kumu Hinaleimoana Wong KSK’90.

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July 14, 2022

Weekly devotional: Palenaʻole – Without boundaries

KS Maui Kahu Kalani Wong KSK’74 reminds us to never become overwhelmed with the stress of life for ke Akua’s immeasurable and limitless greatness, power and understanding will guard our hearts and minds.

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July 1, 2022

Weekly devotional: A pattern of preparedness

KS Maui Kahu Kalani Wong KSK’74 reminds us to set a pattern of preparedness as we begin our day, so that we may be grounded in ke Akua.

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June 24, 2022

Weekly devotional: Power in the storm

KS Maui Kahu Kalani Wong KSK’74 reminds us that while storms of life are inevitable, if we take the time to see the power in the storms versus of the storms, they won’t cause us fear as we’ll see ke Akua is ready to part the clouds and bring us sunny days.

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June 18, 2022

Weekly devotional: Be visionaries

Reflecting on the words of Habakkuk 2:2-3, KS Kapālama Kahu Manu Naeʻole KSK’96 shares that when you find yourself in a period of rest, write down your vision for the future and continue to lean on ke Akua for he will be faithful to your wants.

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June 6, 2022

Join the June 8 Ho‘okele Honua Pacific Unity Virtual Summit

Join members of ʻAha Moananuiākea and its partners in Hawaiʻi and around the world for the second annual summit. The theme of the virtual event is “World Oceans Day: The Sea Roads that Connect Us.”

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June 6, 2022

Pe‘a is pāʻū queen of King Kamehameha Celebration Floral Parade

In this Kūkahekahe, we converse with KS Cultural Specialist Kēhau Peʻa, who is honored to be riding in this year’s parade as the pāʻū queen. This year’s parade theme is “E ola ka inoa ʻo Kamehameha,” Long live the name of Kamehameha.

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June 3, 2022

Weekly devotional: A change of heart

Leaning on the words of Ezekiel 36:26-27, KS Maui Kahu Kalani Wong KSK’74 reflects on a visit to Mauna ‘Ala by recent graduates of KS Maui and KS Hawaiʻi, recalling all the emotions felt as he witnessed haumāna become overwhelmed with gratitude for Ke Aliʻi Pauahi and finally understand their role as alakaʻi lawelawe or servant leaders.

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June 1, 2022

Read named KS Health Services director

E ho‘omaika‘i to Nicole Read who was recently named Health Services director for Kamehameha Schools. Prior to her new post, Read was interim director and Health Services manager at Hale Ola at KS Kapālama.

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May 31, 2022

Innovative virtual video tour of KS Kapālama earns international award

An immersive video produced by the Kamehameha Schools Kapālama Communications team is the prestigious gold winner of an international Telly Award.

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May 31, 2022

Talking to your keiki about mass shootings

Children who are struggling with their thoughts and feelings about the Uvalde, Texas shooting may turn to trusted adults for help and guidance. According to the National Child Traumatic Stress Network, here are some tips on how to talk to children about mass shootings.

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May 17, 2022

Kūkahekahe: Illuminating our ancestral connections: Kealaikahiki and Marae Taputapuātea

In this Kūkahekahe, we learn about the ancestral connections illuminated during the recent Kealaikahiki Voyage of the Polynesian Voyaging Society’s canoes Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia.

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May 16, 2022

Petition for Review of Trustee Selection Process and Terms

Twenty-three years ago, the Interim Trustees of Kamehameha Schools petitioned the State Probate Court to establish a procedure for the selection of future Trustees of Kamehameha Schools.

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May 13, 2022

Weekly devotional: Uncertainties ahead

KS Maui senior Nika Angell leans on the words of Matthew 6:31-34 and reminds us that despite the uncertainties ahead if we put our trust in ke Akua, he will take care of all the troubles of today as well as the problems of tomorrow.

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May 12, 2022

6 tips for managing end-of-school-year stress

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. It is a fitting time to manage your child’s end-of-school stress and anxiety. Although there is no easy fix, here are six ways to help prepare your child for the transition from school to summer.

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May 9, 2022

KS’ new Holomoana website offers wayfinding lessons for kumu and haumāna

The site will link people to Polynesian wayfinding through the Kealaikahiki Voyage to Tahiti and back, and the Moananuiākea Voyage that starts next year.

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May 3, 2022

KS kumu earn national recertification

Thirteen KS educators on three campuses recently earned recertification by the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards bringing the number of certified educators at KS to 79.

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April 29, 2022

Weekly devotional: Take it easy

KS Maui Kahu Kalani Wong KSK’74 likens the lyrics of rock song, “Take it Easy,” to the words of Psalm 23:1-3, reminding us to slow down and remember that the answer to finding rest is the Lord.

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