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May 19, 2023

2023 End of the Year Convocation

Watch this year’s end of the year convocation as we celebrate and honor Trustee Lance Wilhelm and the culmination of our spiritual theme “E Mahi a e Mālama i Ko Ke Akua | Cultivate and Care for God’s Creation”.

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May 19, 2023

Weekly devotional: Mālama ‘āina – it’s our kuleana

KS Hawaiʻi senior Siddalee Amaral emphasizes how crucial it is to respect and treat each other with kindness, extending this attitude towards all of God’s creations, including the precious land.

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May 18, 2023

SY 2022-2023 Liko Lehua Award Winners

The top distinction that can be awarded to any high school student is the Liko Lehua award. Here are this school year’s recipients.

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May 18, 2023

Michelle Kaʻuhane selected as Kamehameha Schools trustee

The state Probate Court has selected Michelle Kaʻuhane KSK’86 as the newest member of the Kamehameha Schools Board of Trustees.

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May 16, 2023

New tri-campus scholarship brings post-secondary dreams to reality

Recipients of the Poʻo Kula Scholarship, a new tri-campus award for haumāna pursuing a bachelor’s degree, share their thoughts on personal growth, the impact of Ke Aliʻi Pauahi’s legacy, and how their experiences as students of Kamehameha Schools have shaped their paths towards a brighter future.

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May 12, 2023

Weekly devotional: He holds my hand

As KS Maui senior Saydi Bulosan shares, our journey of faith is not linear and while no two paths are the same, what remains constant is Ke Akua’s love for us.

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May 10, 2023

Mālama Ola Minute: Debunking myths around mental health

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and a time where individuals, communities, and organizations come together to promote mental well-being, educate the public, and advocate for better mental healthcare. In this edition of Mālama Ola Minute we work to debunk myths around mental health.

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May 10, 2023

ʻOhana Survey - Please take a moment to share your manaʻo

The manaʻo provided by our haumāna, ʻohana, and kumu is used to evaluate how our kula is doing. Please take a moment to share yours.

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May 9, 2023

Kula Kiʻekiʻe Spring Concert 2023

Watch a live performance by our high school band and Hawaiian ensemble on Tuesday, May 9 at 6 p.m.

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May 9, 2023

Mahalo piha e nā kumu!

We appreciate and uplift all of our kumu every day and recognize the important role they have in fulfilling the unique purpose of our kula.

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May 8, 2023

Alumni reflect on the kumu who impacted them most

During National Teacher Appreciation Week, we are reminded by Kamehameha Schools alumni of the immeasurable impact that kumu have on our lives.

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May 5, 2023

The light at the end of the tunnel

In leaning on the words of Hebrews 12:2, KS Maui senior Kira Gomez shares that despite the many twists and turns that may come, our faith in Ke Akua ensures that we will never lose sight of the light at the end of the tunnel.

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May 4, 2023

Kamehameha Schools’ longstanding commitment to early learning leads to 150 new full-tuition college scholarships

Kamehameha Schools and Chaminade University have forged an innovative and community-focused partnership to educate, train and prepare aspiring early learning kumu through 150 full-tuition Muʻo scholarships. Muʻo means “to bud” and the name of the scholarship reflects the focus on taking care of keiki at the beginning of their educational journey.

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April 26, 2023

Kula Waena Musical Theatre to stage Disney’s Newsies JR.

Kula Waena’s spring musical will have a show for ʻohana and friends on Friday, April 28 at 6pm. Admission is free.

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April 19, 2023

Mālama Ola Minute: Pono pā‘ina behaviors: How to talk to your teen about drugs, alcohol

April marks National Alcohol Awareness Month, and it’s an opportune time to talk to your teens about the consequences of underage drinking and substance abuse

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April 13, 2023

Hōʻike 2023: PAIʻEA now available for on-demand viewing

You can now watch the recording of Friday night’s live performance on Paiʻea on the KS YouTube channel or Kamehameha Hawaiʻi Facebook page.

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April 13, 2023

Class of 2023 Valedictorian and Salutatorian announced

Hoʻomaikaʻi to Napua Ho and Ciana-Lei Bence on being named valedictorian and salutatorian for Hiʻiakaikawaiola.

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April 5, 2023

Re-enrollment for the 2023-2024 School Year now open

ʻOhana should complete the re-enrollment process by April 30 for haumāna returning to Kamehameha Hawaiʻi next school year.

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April 5, 2023

Lent – Easter: There is hope in uncertainty

Kamehameha Schools has created a series of Hawaiian-focused devotionals for the season of Lent, to honor the deep Christian faith of KS founder Princess Bernice Pauahi Pākī Bishop. The devotionals were designed to be used by students, staffers and others to celebrate the coming of Easter.

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April 3, 2023

KS education technology hui expands knowledge base during Lone Star State huakaʻi

Members from the KS ET Education Technology Services team recently attended the SXSW EDU 2023 conference in Austin, Texas where they had the opportunity to explore the latest trends and innovations in education.

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April 3, 2023

Ka Pōʻalima Maikaʻi - Good Friday

He ʻoiaʻiʻo nō, ʻo ke Keiki nō kēia a ke Akua! Truly, this is the Son of God!

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March 31, 2023

Lent week six: Returning to God during turbulent times

This week, Kahu Manu Naeole KSK’96 and Keōuakupuapāikalaninui Kaono Green KSK’24 acknowledge life’s struggles and how God can strengthen us when things seem out of control.

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March 28, 2023

Lent week 5: Intermittent fasting and the joy of Jesus

Leaning on the words of Matthew, we learn to keep the faith and know that in any state – weak or strong – God is there no matter what. Seek and you will find, knock and He will answer.

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March 23, 2023

I Mua Week: Homecoming 2023

Get ready for I Mua Week 2023 and show how you are proud to be a Warrior! March 28-31.

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March 22, 2023

K.O.A. Club hosts car wash, teapresso fundraiser on 3/25

The Kōkua Our ʻĀina club is raising funds for their trip to Ecuador this summer with a car wash and teapresso fundraiser.

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March 21, 2023

Adjusting our school calendar with an additional no school day for students

Faculty and staff training at the end of April will require a no school for students day.

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March 19, 2023

Fourth Week of Lent

The Lord is my shepherd, I will not be in need. He lets me lie down in green pastures, He leads me beside quiet waters, He restores my soul. He guides me in the paths of righteousness for the sake of His name.

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March 15, 2023

Kūkahekahe: Kūpuna wisdom shines in Nā Momi Hoʻoheno interviews

In honor of Women’s History Month, Nā Momi Hoʻoheno (The Cherished Pearls) oral history video series will release three new episodes, all featuring prominent Hawaiian women who have made meaningful and long-lasting contributions in their respective fields.

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March 12, 2023

Third Sunday of Lent

As we pause on the 3rd Sunday of Lent, let us reflect on the love of God that has been poured out into our hearts. For it is this love that gives us hope and perseverance to overcome obstacles and strengthen our growth in Him.

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