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Oct. 7, 2026

Hoʻōla Maui Fund supports Lahaina keiki and community recovery

The Hoʻōla Maui Fund has supported Lahaina keiki, families and communities through organizations addressing education, ʻāina stewardship and long-term recovery.

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Sept. 28, 2026

ʻOhana Hui enrich the KS Preschools experience

Through the KS Preschools ʻOhana Hui, families build pilina, serve their communities and help shape meaningful learning experiences for their keiki.

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Sept. 23, 2026

Hālau Lahaina, malu i ka ʻulu: The journey to bring abundance back to Lahaina

An update on efforts underway in Lahaina to restore ʻāina and support the community’s long-term needs, including education, wai, housing and infrastructure.

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Sept. 18, 2026

Blessing marks the completion of revitalized Waiānuenue ma Kapaʻakea

The revitalized space honors Mōʻiliʻili’s history and culture while bringing together commerce, art and opportunities for connection.

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Aug. 27, 2026

Kamehameha Schools kumu: Kemomi Kaʻapana on carrying a legacy of teaching and aloha

Guided by her own ʻohana and motherhood, this Pāhoa teacher nurtures keiki through her deep commitment to seeing every child thrive.

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Aug. 13, 2026

Ola Pauahi, Ola Hawaiʻi updates: ʻAukake 2026

Get the latest updates on efforts to protect Ke Aliʻi Pauahi’s legacy and resources to strengthen advocacy and ea.

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Aug. 5, 2026

Native Hawaiian convention opens with focus on self-determination, unity

The opening plenary brought together leaders from Hawaiʻi’s largest Hawaiian-serving organizations to discuss collaboration, self-determination and the future of the lāhui.

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July 31, 2026

Lā Hoʻihoʻi Ea: The leadership and legacy of Timoteo Haʻalilio

As Hawaiʻi commemorates Lā Hoʻihoʻi Ea, the story of Timoteo Haʻalilio highlights the diplomacy, leadership and service that helped restore Hawaiian sovereignty.

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July 23, 2026

Hawaiian language science books bring ʻike Hawaiʻi into the classroom

A new collection of science books is helping keiki explore Hawaiʻi’s natural world through ʻike Hawaiʻi, ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi and aloha ʻāina.

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July 9, 2026

Hanauma Bay: Stewardship, access, and a lasting commitment to Maunalua

Learn more about the history of Hanauma Bay and how decades of stewardship and conservation continue to protect one of Hawaiʻi’s most iconic places.

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June 15, 2026

Summer learning starts here: 5 resources to explore Hawaiian culture and history

Discover five Kamehameha Schools-supported resources featuring Hawaiian culture, history, community events and educational activities for all ages.

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June 8, 2026

Kamehameha Day: The story behind Kamehameha’s statues in Hawaiʻi

Learn how a shipwreck changed the course of history, giving Hawaiʻi four statues of Kamehameha ‘Ekahi and one of its most beloved Kamehameha Day traditions.

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May 26, 2026

Merrie Monarch mele honors Pauahi’s legacy

Kumu hula Snowbird Bento honored Ke Aliʻi Bernice Pauahi Bishop at Merrie Monarch with an original mele rooted in aloha and the enduring legacy of Kamehameha Schools.

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May 19, 2026

Stewarding ‘āina Pauahi: Growing Pauahi’s land legacy forward

Ke Ali‘i Bernice Pauahi Bishop stewarded a vast ‘āina portfolio grounded in her chiefly lineage. She had the incredible foresight to ensure those lands would benefit Native Hawaiian keiki and the lāhui for generations to come. One hundred percent of the financial resources needed to fulfill Ke Ali‘i Pauahi’s wishes come from the success and growth of the endowment. ‘Āina is not simply part of that story, it is foundational to it.

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May 12, 2026

Kamehameha Schools conference explores AI literacy and ʻike Hawaiʻi

The Kamehameha Schools Kūkulu Kaiāulu Education Technology Conference returns June 2-3 with sessions on AI, culture-based learning, innovation and educator connection.

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April 28, 2026

ʻAha Mele returns with songs rooted in Maui Nui paniolo heritage

Kamehameha Schools Maui’s ʻAha Mele returns May 1 with songs rooted in Maui Nui’s paniolo heritage, honoring generations of ranching families and the values they carry forward.

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April 21, 2026

How Papahana Kuaola uses native plants to teach ʻike Hawaiʻi

Papahana Kuaola uses native plants and ʻāina-based learning to teach ʻike Hawaiʻi and connect keiki to place year-round.

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April 13, 2026

Kamehameha Schools students advance ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi on the airwaves

KS Hawaiʻi students share ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi and moʻolelo on Hilo’s KWXX, using real-world opportunities to grow language skills and confidence.

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April 10, 2026

New guide points to native plants for safer landscaping

A new West Maui guide encourages the use of native plants for fire-resilient landscaping, offering practical strategies for healthier, sustainable yards.

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April 7, 2026

Mālama Ola Minute: The safety plans behind every game

Kamehameha Schools Maui athletic trainer Erin Barnett shares how emergency planning in sports helps protect students on and beyond the field.

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March 23, 2026

Mele Hoʻoheno: The meaning and history of “Kaʻiulani Aliʻi”

Discover the origins of “Kaʻiulani Aliʻi,” a classic mele about the beloved princess that blends history, poetry and aloha.

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March 20, 2026

Severe weather alert: Storm update #1

Ke Kula ʻo Kamehameha Kapālama and our preschools and offices on Oʻahu have closed today, March 20, 2026, due to the storm. Our Maui Resource Center has also closed.

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March 19, 2026

Probate Court selects Eric Yeaman as Ke Kula ʻo Kamehameha Trustee

Eric Yeaman has been selected by the state Probate Court as the newest member of Ke Kula ʻo Kamehameha’s Board of Trustees.

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March 16, 2026

Mālama Ola Minute: Getting a head start on health forms

Kamehameha Schools medical assistant Julie Riveira explains why submitting school health forms, physicals and immunizations helps students start the school year ready to learn.

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March 12, 2026

Severe weather alert: Kona storm update #3

Ke Kula ʻo Kamehameha campuses, preschool sites and offices on Kauaʻi, Oʻahu, Molokaʻi and Maui will be closed tomorrow, Friday, March 13, 2026. At this time, Hawaiʻi Island campus, preschools and offices will remain open tomorrow.

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March 12, 2026

Kamehameha III celebration moves to royal lands of Hawaiʻi Island

The annual tribute to Kamehameha III returns to Keauhou, featuring cultural activities and music at Hāpaialiʻi Heiau.

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March 11, 2026

Severe weather alert: Kona storm update #2

All Ke Kula ʻo Kamehameha campuses, preschool sites and offices will remain open tomorrow, Thursday, March 12, 2026. We will continue to closely monitor conditions and follow the guidance of government emergency officials, with the safety and well-being of our haumāna, ʻohana and staff as our highest priority. If circumstances change, campuses, preschools or office sites will communicate any operational updates directly with their communities.

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March 10, 2026

Kalihi-Pālama preschoolers learn to ʻauamo kuleana in their kaiāulu

Keiki from KS Preschools Kalihi-Pālama welcomed Honolulu Police Department officers and K-9s, learning about kuleana and safety.

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Feb. 17, 2026

Eyes on ʻāina: How Kamehameha Schools is supporting a new era of wildfire resilience across Hawaiʻi

On the lawn near the entrance to the Kalama Village Shopping Center in Maunalua on Kamehameha Schools lands in East Honolulu, workers put the final touches on a 400-square-foot chain-link enclosure that will house a marvel of technology intended to help keep this community safe.

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Feb. 13, 2026

ʻOnipaʻa: A motto that continues to be steadfast

For Kamehameha Schools haumāna, the ʻOnipaʻa March is never just a walk. It’s a connection back to the past, our aliʻi and the culture that reminds us of who we are as Hawaiians.

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Kawaiaha‘o Plaza

567 South King St.
Honolulu, HI 96813
(808) 523-6200

KS Hawai‘i

16-716 Volcano Rd.
Kea‘au, HI 96749
(808) 982-0000

KS Kapālama

1887 Makuakāne St.
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 842-8211

KS Maui

275 ‘A‘apueo Pkwy
Pukalani, HI 96768
(808) 572-3100

Kamehameha Schools’ policy is to give preference to applicants of Hawaiian ancestry to the extent permitted by law.

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