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Oct. 11, 2024

Native food crops, other plants poised to take root on KS’ lands in Lahaina

A part of Kamehameha Schools’ reimagination of its Kuʻia lands is already beginning to take shape ma waena, just above the Lahaina Bypass. That’s where native trees and food crops are about to be planted on a one-acre parcel, with plans to add more food trees on an adjoining parcel in 2025.

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Oct. 10, 2024

Spirit of FestPAC continues with Moananuiākea Connections

Kamehameha Schools’ Kaʻiwakīloumoku Pacific Indigenous Institute is launching Moananuiākea Connections, a series of cultural events inspired by the Festival of Pacific Arts & Culture.

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Oct. 9, 2024

Kamehameha III Elementary finds new potential location on Kamehameha Schools’ Kuʻia lands

Discussions are underway to rebuild the elementary school on Kuʻia acreage, along with Hawaiian learning centers and ʻāina-based programs to revitalize the community and preserve Lahaina’s educational legacy.

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Oct. 8, 2024

Meet the Mahiʻai: Polipoli Farms is bringing back the ʻono for traditional crops

This Maui farm honors traditional crops and cultivation, aiming to expand ʻāina stewardship and local food accessibility.

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Oct. 7, 2024

Watch the 2024 Band Fall Pops Concert

See highlights from the show and get the link to watch a replay of the full 2024 Fall Pops Concert.

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Oct. 7, 2024

High School’s Aloha Giving Campaign for 2024 underway

Students can purchase wristbands for dress up days this year (Halloween and Winter Week) for $3 or 3 cans of food benefitting charitable efforts.

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Oct. 7, 2024

College tours provide incredible exposure opportunity

This Fall Break, 50 high school students are participating in one of two different college tours to better inform their future decisions.

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Oct. 7, 2024

Kamehameha Preschools’ Lā Kūpuna: Nurturing relationships that connect generations

At all Kamehameha Schools Preschools, from Hāmākua across Hawaiʻi pae ʻāina, Lā Kūpuna is a reminder of the strength of ʻohana and the nurturing relationships that connect generations.

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Oct. 4, 2024

Seniors can now apply for Poʻo Kula Scholarship and others

Kaʻiwahoʻokelewaʻa can begin applying for a number of college scholarships, including the prestigious Poʻo Kula Scholarship.

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Oct. 3, 2024

Students are encouraged to report any issues that make them feel unsafe

Over the last four weeks, we’ve highlighted our See Something, Say Something effort which we believe will make our kula a safer place as everyone takes accountability for the kuleana of safety. Mahalo!

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Oct. 3, 2024

KS in the news: KS haumāna earn their spot on the ʻInno Under 25’ list

From restoring water to amplifying Hawaiian culture-based education, KS students, alumni and staff are making a difference on campus and in the community.

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Oct. 1, 2024

Former band members sought for a special concert next year

Kamehameha Hawaiʻi is looking to put together our first-ever alumni band for a special concert on 2/20/25. Interested former players can sign-up now.

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Oct. 1, 2024

Mālama Ola Minute: A parent’s playbook for supporting student-athletes

Parents can positively support their student-athlete by modeling good sportsmanship, focusing on effort and respecting the coach’s role.

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Sept. 30, 2024

Recognizing our Operations Staff

Kula Haʻahaʻa shared their appreciation for our grounds, maintenance, and custodial staff this morning.

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Sept. 26, 2024

Empowering the next generation: Highlights from the 2024 Native Hawaiian Convention

The Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement’s 2024 Native Hawaiian Convention brought together nearly 200 youth from our three campuses, along with students from more than 25 other schools, for an enriching experience on Hawaiʻi Island.

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Sept. 25, 2024

Alumni Presence: 2010 graduate Keliʻi Kekuewa highlighted in a Ka Wai Ola series

The current assistant offensive line coach’s story is highlight in the OHA series about native Hawaiians living on the continent.

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Sept. 25, 2024

Evaluators needed for Senior Expo on December 9 & 10

An authentic audience is sought to help in delivering feedback for our class of 2025 seniors on their senior capstone projects.

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Sept. 24, 2024

KS Kaiāulu and partners break barriers to higher education

KS Kaiāulu’s Early College Symposium brought together education leaders, learners and community partners to expand access to higher education and degree completion.

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Sept. 19, 2024

Kamehameha Schools collaborates with prestigious English museum for new exhibition

Kamehameha Schools collaborated with Pitt Rivers Museum – University of Oxford in England to support the launch of the “Ma uka to Ma kai: Back to the Future with Ahupuaʻa” exhibition.

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Sept. 18, 2024

Students, education leaders share manaʻo at CNHA conference

Students and educational leaders share their insights about participating in the Council of Native Hawaiian Advancement conference.

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Sept. 18, 2024

Tickets now on sale for Between The Lines, our 2024 HS Fall Musical

Between the Lines is an empowering and enchanting new musical for any of us seeking to find our place in the world. Three performances November 14-16.

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Sept. 16, 2024

Reminder: Get your financial aid application fee waived for next school year

A fee waiver is available for all families if you complete your application by Oct. 31

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Sept. 16, 2024

Kamehameha Schools Kapālama haumāna return to the UN to share ʻike Hawaiʻi with the world

Six Kamehameha Schools Kapālama Kula Kiʻekiʻe haumāna are headed to the United Nations headquarters in New York this week where they will build upon the groundbreaking achievements made during KS’ inaugural trip to the U.N. last year.

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Sept. 13, 2024

See Something, Say Something encourages accountability

Safety is the top priority at Kamehameha Hawaiʻi and everyone has an important role to play in keeping our school safe.

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Sept. 13, 2024

Keauhou Community Day to hold mālama ʻāina activities at Keauhou Bay, pā‘ina at Keauhou Shopping Center 

To honor the spirit of mālama ʻāina and aloha ʻāina, Keauhou Shopping Center, The County of Hawai’i and Kamehameha Schools are hosting the second annual Keauhou Community Day on Sept. 28.

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Sept. 11, 2024

See Something, Say Something highlighted this month

For your awareness, here is why there’s a See Something Say Something message displayed on campus.

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Sept. 11, 2024

Starting the year right at KS Preschools: An intentional approach to building pilina

The new school year at Kamehameha Schools Preschools begins with a series of orientation activities designed to build strong, lasting connections between teachers, children and families for a holistic educational environment.

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Sept. 10, 2024

Kamehameha Schools ʻĀina Pauahi communications shines with five awards at the 41st Annual Koa Anvil Awards

Kamehameha Schools received multiple accolades for their impactful campaigns at the ceremony hosted by the Hawai‘i chapter of the Public Relations Society of America.

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Sept. 9, 2024

From Kamehameha Schools to kula nui: Scholarships empower Hawaiian students

Three recent graduates reflect on how the educational and financial support they received has empowered them to pursue higher education and careers dedicated to giving back to their communities.

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Sept. 4, 2024

Leading with aloha: Kamehameha Schools student’s sweet success

Kamehameha Schools Hawaiʻi student Sadie Yu achieved entrepreneurial success when her Sweetheart Farm lilikoʻi butter sold out on Hawaiian Airlines.

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