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Dec. 10, 2024

Lā Kūʻokoʻa concert brings generations together

At Kamehameha Schools Kapālama, over 100 people gathered for a lively first-of-its-kind Lā Kūʻokoʻa concert, honoring Hawaiian sovereignty and pride.

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Dec. 9, 2024

Latest I Mua magazine edition highlights seeds of positive change planted across the pae ʻāina

As the year comes to an end, we proudly share the latest edition of I Mua magazine — now online and soon to arrive in the mail. Read more about ‘āina restoration happening in Lahaina and how alumni are helping to reshape narratives of our lāhui.

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Dec. 9, 2024

Join the celebration: 2024 Founder’s Day events

Across Hawaiʻi pae ʻāina, our Kamehameha Schools ‘ohana will come together to honor the remarkable life and legacy of Ke Aliʻi Bernice Pauahi Pākī Bishop.

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Dec. 3, 2024

Kamehameha students connect culture and cuisine during Hawaiʻi food festival

Indigenous chefs from the Hawaiʻi Food and Wine Festival inspired Kamehameha Schools students to celebrate their cultural identity through traditional cuisines.

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Nov. 13, 2024

Upcoming Aloha ‘Āina Concert celebrates Makahiki, Lā Kūʻokoʻa

In this season of relaxation and celebration, Kamehameha Schools and the Kaʻiwakīloumoku Pacific Indigenous Institute are proud to bring you a FREE concert event to celebrate Lā Kūʻokoʻa and Makahiki.

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Nov. 6, 2024

KS in the news: Hundreds of ʻōpio inspire voter participation at ‘Walk to the Box’ events

KS is making waves with accessible scholarships, indigenous farmers and entrepreneurs, and outstanding alumni.

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Oct. 22, 2024

Youth panel will tackle tourism, outmigration and voting

Haumāna will lead a live town hall on HI Now Daily, addressing key issues and urging audiences to embrace their kuleana to vote.

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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. 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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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. 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. 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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Aug. 28, 2024

Boosting early learning connections on Kauaʻi through KS Kaiāulu

Using her expertise in data analysis and with support from KS Kaiāulu, Alanna Bauman enhances early learning opportunities for Kauaʻi County keiki.

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Aug. 26, 2024

Kamehameha Schools students step up to serve at Maui luncheon

Twenty Kamehameha Schools Maui students volunteered at the Upcountry Aloha Luncheon, supporting impacted community members one year later.

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Aug. 21, 2024

KS in the news: Kamehameha opens season with new scoreboard and a win

From agriculture innovations to shining theatrical productions, our KS ʻohana is driving diverse efforts to uplift Hawaiʻi.

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Aug. 5, 2024

Native Hawaiian organizations mobilize for election season

Kamehameha Schools and other Native Hawaiian-serving organizations have launched Our Kaiāulu Votes in advance of the 2024 primary election.

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July 31, 2024

Heroes of Hawaiian advocacy on Lā Hoʻihoʻi Ea

These wāhine aloha ʻāina fought for Hawaiian sovereignty and laid the foundation for Native Hawaiian advocacy today.

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July 25, 2024

KS in the news: Hawaiʻi student Sadie Yu is making a difference with Sweetheart Farm

From Pitcher of the Year to Miss Hawaii 2024, our KS haumāna, alums and kumu are taking titles and making headlines.

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July 15, 2024

West Maui ‘ōpio connect with ‘āina, wai through summer camp supported by KS Kaiāulu

Nearly two dozen high school haumāna, most from West Maui, embarked on a summer camp-style learning journey in Honokōhau Valley. Funding for the camp was made possible by Kamehameha Schools Kaiāulu through a Summer Boost program.

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June 21, 2024

KS Maui haumāna return from FestPAC with new passion for Hawaiian identity and culture

June 19, 2024

KS in the news: Students travel to Maui to share aloha for Lahaina through free performance

KS haumāna ended the school year with many accomplishments and scholarships.

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June 10, 2024

After 5-year pause, KS EdTech Conference spreads its wings again

Hundreds of educators, techies and volunteers converged on the Neal S. Blaisdell Center, June 4-5, for the triumphant return of the KS Education Technology Conference. The event is a chance for kumu to explore new advancements in education technology, share innovative ideas, best practices and further their professional development.

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June 4, 2024

Enriching our understanding: Learning with Oʻahu ʻĀina Inventory

Educators, employees and kaiāulu can learn more about the moku of Oʻahu through kuana ʻike by attending these free virtual webinars.

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June 3, 2024

FestPAC showcases Pacific leadership, native excellence

The legacy of our aliʻi showcases their strategic leadership and enduring impact on Pacific culture and unity.

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May 30, 2024

Indigenous excellence celebrated at upcoming Festival of Pacific Arts & Culture

For the first time ever, the Festival of Pacific Arts & Culture, the world’s largest celebration of indigenous Pacific Islanders, is being held in Hawaiʻi pae ʻāina. You won’t want to miss this once-in-a-generation cultural exchange from June 6-16, 2024.

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April 9, 2024

KS in the news: Oʻahu hālau prepares for Merrie Monarch on ʻĀina Pauahi

KS haumāna, alumni and staff shine in academics and athletics.

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March 25, 2024

Empowering families: The ʻOhana Committee’s role in celebrating Hawaiian culture

The spirit of kaiāulu shines bright at the Kapolei Kūhiō Day Parade, where KS Waiʻanae preschools ʻohana and keiki exemplify unity. More than a parade, this event is a celebration of cultural education and parental involvement pioneered by Waiʻanae’s ʻOhana Committee’s vision for hands-on learning.

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