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July 24, 2025

Kamehameha Schools students steward Hōkūleʻa ceremonies at sacred sites

KS Kapālama students helped carry out Hōkūleʻa’s 50th anniversary ceremonies in Tahiti, honoring generations of cultural tradition and ties across Moananuiākea.

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July 10, 2025

Hawaiian learning at home: Free workbooks, activities and games

Explore free games, workbooks and ʻohana-friendly activities that make learning fun and meaningful at home this summer.

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June 24, 2025

Strength in every pound

In Lahaina, families are reconnecting to ʻāina, culture, and each other through hands-on papa and pōhaku workshops that support healing and community restoration.

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June 18, 2025

Kamehameha Schools students carry kuleana across Moananuiākea

Kamehameha Schools students and kumu will travel to Raʻiātea to uphold a 50-year tradition of cultural protocol and exchange, joining Tahitian hosts and more to honor Hōkūleʻa’s landfall at Marae Taputapuātea.

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June 16, 2025

Your guide to summer fun on ‘Āina Pauahi

Discover the best family-friendly events, night markets, live music, and more happening this summer on ʻĀina Pauahi. Plan your unforgettable season now!

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June 9, 2025

Kamehameha Day marks a legacy built to lead

This Kamehameha Day, we remember how Ke Aliʻi Pauahi named her school after Kamehameha I to pass down his legacy of strong, caring leadership to haumāna who lead with the same spirit.

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June 4, 2025

Alumni strike a chord at first-of-its-kind KS Hawaiʻi band concert

KS Hawai‘i alumni, ‘ohana, and community members returned to the band room for a first-ever kauhale performance, reconnecting through music and celebrating the lasting bonds built in their school days.

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May 22, 2025

Senior project showcases East Maui at song contest, state conference

Kamehameha Schools Maui senior Shiloh Gilliland interviewed East Maui kūpuna to create videos connecting songs to ʻāina for ʻAha Mele.

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May 14, 2025

KS Maui students put Lahaina restoration efforts in the spotlight

Kamehameha Schools Maui students led a compelling discussion on Hawaii News Now about Lahaina’s restoration.

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April 28, 2025

How one Oʻahu nursery is changing what it means to grow local

Hui Kū Maoli Ola, a native plant nursery on ʻĀina Pauahi, has been connecting communities to lāʻau Hawaiʻi for more than two decades.

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April 22, 2025

Mālama in action: KS preschoolers take on stream cleanup

Ke Kula ʻo Kamehameha preschoolers used genki balls to clean a local stream, learning to mālama ʻāina through science and culture.

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April 21, 2025

Removing invasive trees sets Kuʻia on a new path

Efforts to restore Lahaina’s native ecosystem are underway with removing invasive eucalyptus trees, installing conservation fencing and replanting native species.

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April 2, 2025

Kid-friendly and ʻāina focused: Plant month events near you

These family-friendly events offer a chance to celebrate, learn about and engage with Hawai‘i’s native flora.

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March 24, 2025

KS preschool teachers showcase Hawaiian culture-based education at conference

At the 2025 Early Childhood Education Conference on Kaua‘i, KS Preschools kumu highlighted their efforts to integrate Hawaiian culture-based education, sharing strategies to help keiki thrive.

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March 17, 2025

Seniors shine at 105th annual Kamehameha Schools Song Contest

The Class of 2025 dominated this year’s competition, sweeping top awards in a night celebrating mele inspired by the spirit of Hawaiian hospitality.

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March 12, 2025

Kauikeaouli’s vision lives on at annual festival

The 24th annual Kauikeaouli Festival at Keauhou Bay honors the legacy of Kamehameha III with a weekend of cultural celebrations, discussions and music, highlighting his enduring impact on Hawaiian sovereignty and education.

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March 10, 2025

Leadership and legacy shine at Song Contest and Hōʻike

Kamehameha Schools students step into leadership through mele and performance, uniting in Song Contest to celebrate Hawaiian hospitality and bringing Queen Emma’s legacy to life in the Hōʻike opera ʻEmalani.

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March 6, 2025

Navigating the future with Hōkūleʻa and Ke Kula ʻo Kamehameha

As Hōkūleʻa celebrates 50 years, the partnership between Polynesian Voyaging Society and Kamehameha Schools continues to shape future wayfinders through education and hands-on voyaging.

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Feb. 20, 2025

Century of celebration: Ho‘olaule‘a marks major milestones

Kamehameha Schools Kapālama Ho‘olaule‘a celebrates its 100th year, focusing on tradition and gratitude. Meanwhile, Kamehameha Schools Maui marks its 20th anniversary with a theme of resilience and unity.

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Feb. 18, 2025

KS in the news: Jason Momoa, Kamehameha students unite to combat plastic waste

Kamehameha Schools is making significant strides in various fields, from cultural and educational partnerships to environmental initiatives and athletic achievements.

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Jan. 27, 2025

Here’s how to celebrate Mahina ‘Ōlelo Hawaiʻi with your ʻohana

Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi is a month-long celebration of Hawaiian language and culture with events that bring communities together to learn, connect and honor the revitalization of ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi.

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Jan. 21, 2025

ʻĀina restoration hui on Kauaʻi expands reach with support from KS Kaiāulu

On Kauaʻi, the ʻāina restoration hui, Mālama Hūleʻia, has made great strides in restoring the loko iʻa at the Alakoko Fishpond. KS Kaiāulu is proud to uplift this organization and restoration effort.

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Jan. 14, 2025

Kamehameha hosts Polynesian Bowl, showcasing nation’s best

Tickets are available online for Friday’s game, which kicks off at 4:00 p.m. HST.

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Jan. 8, 2025

KS in the news: How Kamehameha Schools aims to bring abundance back to Lahaina

Kamehameha Schools students and alumni are leading the way across Hawaiʻi and beyond, from a historic Maui football championship to groundbreaking roles in entertainment and public service.

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Dec. 16, 2024

Founder’s Day: Honoring Pauahi’s legacy through the ages

Founder’s Day honors Ke Aliʻi Bernice Pauahi Bishop’s legacy through evolving traditions of reflection, cultural pride and gratitude.

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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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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

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Pukalani, HI 96768
(808) 572-3100

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