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June 21, 2023

Kamehameha Schools ʻālapa haumāna take part in tri-campus summit

Dozens of haumāna from all three campuses recently took part in an athletics leadership summit. The gathering served as an opportunity to build pilina across the campuses and further develop ʻōiwi leadership skills.

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June 19, 2023

KS in the news: June 2023 edition

From Juneau, Alaska to Hawaiʻi Island and points in between, Kamehameha Schools’ global impact is reflected in this latest “KS in the News” roundup.

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June 16, 2023

Weekly devotional: Getting creative

KS Maui Kahu Kalani Wong KSK’74 shares manaʻo about identifying and treasuring the talents given to you by Ke Akua.

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June 13, 2023

Moananuiākea four-year voyage connects indigenous communities and the world

This week representatives from Kamehameha Schools will be in Juneau, Alaska, for the global launch of the Polynesian Voyaging Society’s Moananuiākea: A Voyage for Earth. The delegation consists of Kamehameha Schools Kapālama haumāna and kumu, and a cultural protocol team from Hoʻokahua Cultural Vibrancy Group that will continue the Schoolsʻ nearly 50-year kuleana as culture bearers and heritage keepers for the Hōkūleʻa.

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June 9, 2023

Weekly devotional: Being a great learner

Kahu Kalani Wong KSK’74 shares how Nā Aliʻi were great examples of not just being lifelong learners, but also in applying that knowledge in their daily lives.

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June 7, 2023

Kūkahekahe: Moananuiākea learning opportunity at KS Kapālama’s Midkiff Learning Center

With the launch of Moananuiākea: A Voyage for Earth just days away, the Midkiff Learning Center on our Kapālama Campus has created new comprehensive resources for the voyage that are available to everyone.

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June 5, 2023

Three KS student-athletes named to HHSAA Hall of Honor

Marley Roe KSK’23, Tatum Moku KSK’23 and Elijah Dinkel KSH’23 were honored for their athletic excellence after being inducted into the Enterprise Holdings/HHSAA Hall of Honor. These KS haumāna made up an impressive one-quarter of this year’s 12 inductees.

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June 5, 2023

Mālama Ola Minute: Emergency preparedness: staying ahead of the storm

Secure your ʻohana’s safety! In this month’s Mālama Ola Minute, we share essential information, tips, and resources to help you and your ‘ohana stay prepared and resilient during this hurricane season.

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June 2, 2023

Weekly devotional: Kūpono: A journey of justice, forgiveness, and redemption

KS Maui Kahu Kalani Wong KSK’74 shares the inspiring stories of Kamehameha ‘Ekahi and the Apostle Paul as they grapple with past injustices, ultimately finding the path of righteousness and forgiveness.

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May 26, 2023

Weekly devotional: The unexpected gift

Despite enduring a series of unforeseen and unfortunate events, KS Maui senior Shyla-Te’hara Moore remains resilient and finds strength through faith. With a strong belief in Ke Akua’s preparation and her own potential, she aims to give back to her community and Kamehameha Schools while embracing personal growth and spirituality.

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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

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 8, 2023

Nearly 100 KS Kapālama seniors earn associate degrees

Three weeks ahead of receiving their high school diplomas, nearly 100 seniors from Kamehameha Schools Kapālama graduated with their Associate of Arts degrees from Hawai‘i Pacific University, establishing a new record for the highest number of Hawaiʻi students to graduate from a dual-credit program.

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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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May 2, 2023

Get out the vote – Oʻahu

Civic engagement starts in our own community, in our own neighborhood. More and more Native Hawaiians are stepping up to lead. This year, over 100 Native Hawaiian candidates are running for a seat on their neighborhood boards.

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May 2, 2023

4th grade Papa ‘Ōma‘o tackles KSK food waste - with Red Wiggler worms

KSK fourth grader Keahonui Takatsugi remembers her reaction last fall when Kumu Naomi Helenihi-Aweau told the class about their yearlong project-based learning assignment. “Worms, really? Worms. We’re going to work with worms. That was my first thought - I didn’t know what these worms would do for us. But it made a big impact on us to let us know that we can help the world; act today for a better tomorrow.”

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April 27, 2023

“I Am” – The Way, the Truth, and the Life

April 26, 2023

Upcoming ‘Lāhui Rising’ event focuses on kānaka ʻōiwi representation in movies, TV and theater

Kumu, haumāna, ʻohana and all members of our kaiāulu are invited to attend a dynamic panel conversation about the telling of Hawaiian stories and representation of Hawaiians on stage, film, and TV. Kaʻiwakīloumoku Pacific Indigenous Institute is proud to present “Kānaka Onscreen: Who’s Telling Our Stories?” This in-person event will be held at our center on May 2, 2023 from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm.

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April 24, 2023

Coach Kaeo Drummondo brings his own version of the ‘Warrior Way’ to KSK football

Spring Break is usually a respite from campus for KSK haumāna. But to athletes looking for a spot on the Warriors’ varsity football team, it was time to show up and set the foundation for next season under new head coach Kaeo Drummondo, KSK ‘03.

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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 10, 2023

Upcoming in-person event: “Moananuiākea, A Voyage for Earth: Reclaiming the Sea Road to Alaska.”

Kaʻiwakīloumoku Pacific Indigenous Institute is proud to present “Moananuiākea, A Voyage for Earth: Reclaiming the Sea Road to Alaska.” This in-person event will be held at Kaʻiwakīloumoku on the Kapālama campus on April 18, 2023, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

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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

Kūkahekahe: Mānaleo Elizabeth Kauahipaula shared her ‘ike with KS haumāna

In this Kūkahekahe, ʻIke Hawaiʻi Cultural Development Director Keʻala Kwan shares a haliʻa aloha – a fond remembrance – of Elizabeth Kauahipaula, one of several mānaleo (native speakers) who visited KS Kapālama Hawaiian language classes.

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