News archive | Kamehameha Schools

Community Education stories

April 1, 2022

Lent week five: Blessed to be a blessing

KS Maui Poʻo Kumu Kākoʻo Kaleo Pahukula reminds us to ask Jesus to bless our day and allow Him to do His work by taking our talents and multiplying them to bring great joy to others.

See story »

March 25, 2022

Lent week four: Paʻanaʻau – memory

Kala‘iku Wong, Hawaiian culture-based education coordinator for KS Nā Kula Kamaliʻi (preschools), encourages us to look inside our na‘au, for nā paʻanaʻau (memories) which reflect things we cherish the most.

See story »

March 18, 2022

Lent week three: Can you hear Him?

KS Maui Dean of Student Support Services Leo Delatori KSK’86 reminds us not to let the distractions of everyday life stop us from hearing the word of ke Akua.

See story »

March 14, 2022

Virtual events to honor legacy of Kauikeaouli

The 21st Annual Tribute to Kamehameha III – A Birthday Celebration for Ka Lani Kauikeaouli – kicks off Friday, March 18 with a panel discussion in ‘ōlelo Hawaiʻi, followed by a free ‘aha mele on Saturday, March 19.

See story »

March 11, 2022

Lent week two: God’s redeeming love

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.

See story »

March 9, 2022

Mālama Ola Minute: Five tips to help keiki cope with academic anxiety

In today’s environment of high-stakes testing and increased competitiveness in college admissions, experts worry that academic stress without enough down time, can take a serious toll on students.

See story »

March 4, 2022

Lent week one: My rock and fortress!

KS Hawaiʻi Kahu Kaunaloa Boshard KSK’77 reminds us that when life seems draining and there seems to be no time or place to rest, ke Akua – our Rock – furnishes us with safety, a place of refuge and peace.

See story »

March 2, 2022

Ash Wednesday: Mihi for life

KS Maui Kahu Kalani Wong KSK’74 reminds us that ke aloha o ke Akua allows us to be redeemed if we just mihi, repent for the wrong we have done, and encourages us to share that aloha with all we meet.

See story »

February 25, 2022

Weekly devotional: Reframe your mind, then practice

If ever you find yourself in a state of worry and exhaustion, KS Hawaiʻi Kahu Kaunaloa Boshard KSK’77 recommends turning to the words of Philippians 4:8-9 which directs you to reframe your mind and serve the Lord by rejoicing in any condition.

See story »

February 23, 2022

KS blesses new Kikiwelawela Preschool in He‘eia

Nestled on the grounds of St. Ann Church in He‘eia, Kikiwelawela Preschool features two classrooms and will serve up to 40 kamaliʻi beginning in March.

See story »

February 17, 2022

KS named Investor of the Year for cultivating ‘āina resiliency

The Hawaii Venture Capital Association has named KS Investor of the Year as part of its annual Hawaii Entrepreneur Awards.

See story »

February 11, 2022

Weekly devotional: Find a fault or a fix?

Leaning on the words of Matthew 7:3-5, KS Maui Kahu Kalani Wong KSK’74 shares that the next time something doesn’t go your way, think of what role you may have played in this and what you can do to make it better. Instead of finding fault, find a fix.

See story »

February 9, 2022

Mālama Ola Minute – Teen dating violence: Tips for parents

Take a moment to learn what teen dating violence is, how to recognize its warning signs, what to do if you suspect your child is in an abusive relationship, and how we can work to prevent teen dating violence as a community.

See story »

February 8, 2022

Kūkahekahe: Sharing Hawaiian language online resources

From news outlets reporting in ‘ōlelo Hawaiʻi to social media, podcasts and more, recent years have seen the growth of ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi in significant ways. In this Kūkahekahe, we highlight some resources for ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi learners and speakers!

See story »

February 2, 2022

KS creates Hawaiian language GIFs to celebrate Mahina ‘Ōlelo Hawai‘i

The Kamehameha Schools Marketing and Hawaiian Language Advancement teams collaborated to create more than 50 ‘ōlelo Hawai‘i GIFs to help users express themselves online.

See story »

February 1, 2022

Kūkahekahe: Five goals to set during Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi

February is Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi – Hawaiian Language Month. Learn about ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi and set some simple goals for yourself to celebrate Hawai‘i’s native language.

See story »

January 28, 2022

Weekly devotional: Taking care of business

Like the honorable Charles Reed Bishop did as executor of his beloved wife Bernice Pauahi Bishop’s estate, KS Maui Kahu Kalani Wong KSK’74 shares that we must make it our kulena to care for all that ke Akua has created, so that future generations may benefit from the same blessings as we did.

See story »

January 25, 2022

Kūkahekahe: The Charles R. Bishop Home for Hansen’s Disease patients

In this Kūkahekahe, we celebrate the bicentennial of the birth of Charles Reed Bishop by sharing the story about a little-known act of aloha for a dear friend and member of the Kamehameha ʻohana.

See story »

January 24, 2022

Charles Reed Bishop: Advocate of the Lāhui

January 25 marks the 200th anniversary of the birth of Charles Reed Bishop, husband of Ke Ali‘i Bernice Pauahi Bishop, and the driving force in the creation of the Kamehameha Schools.

See story »

January 21, 2022

Weekly devotional: No need to be afraid

KS Maui Kahu Kalani Wong KSK’74 and Jameson Sato KSH’18 draw a comparison between Isaish 41:13 and the manaʻo from Kalaupapa patient Auntie Winnie in that there’s no need to live in fear and be afraid for ke Akua has his way of assuring us that everything will be ok.

See story »

January 19, 2022

Kūkahekahe: The overthrow of Queen Lili‘uokalani

Examining the extraordinary fortitude in the days surrounding the event and the queen’s aloha for her people.

See story »

January 18, 2022

KS delivers 10,000 KeikiDesks to public school haumāna

The desks will allow students to create comfortable learning spaces of their own at home.

See story »

January 14, 2022

Weekly devotional: Carrying is caring

In honor of January being named Kalaupapa Month, KS Maui Kahu Kalani Wong KSK’74 reflects on a yearly trip with haumāna to help care for the patients afflicted with Hansen’s Disease. He shares, however, that in the end it was the patients who provided them with care by opening their hearts and teaching the group the importance of carrying another’s heavy load.

See story »

January 11, 2022

KS leaders share ‘ike at Native Hawaiian Convention

KS leaders Jack Wong, Kā‘eo Duarte Wai‘ale‘ale Sarsona were among the speakers at the CNHA convention.

See story »

January 11, 2022

Ola i ka wai – Protecting Hawaiʻi’s freshwater resources

As the Hawaiian community continues to protect our ‘āina and its valuable resources, one thing remains clear: wai is sacred, precious, and necessary for life to flourish.

See story »

December 30, 2021

KS 2021 Annual Report available online

From navigating the pandemic and connecting communities to supporting island businesses and ‘ohana, the report has much to share.

See story »

December 15, 2021

Pauahi tribute airs Dec. 19 on KHNL

“With the Stroke of Her Pen” is a moving tribute that reflects on the life and legacy of Ke Ali ‘i Pauahi and their impact on generations of Hawaiian learners.

See story »

December 14, 2021

Kūkahekahe: A kumu’s message of aloha and mahalo

ʻIke Hawaiʻi Cultural Development Director Keʻala Kwan reflects on his lifelong journey as a kumu.

See story »

December 3, 2021

Advent Week 2: Preparation – Ho‘omākaukau

KS Kapālama Poʻo Kula Dr. Taran Chun KSK’95 and KSK senior Logan Lau encourage us to prepare for Advent by being steadfast in our faith and maintaining our commitment and relationship with Jesus Christ.

See story »