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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. 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. 5, 2024

Mālama Ola Minute: Balancing sports, school and ʻohana

Athletic trainer Jared Nihi KSK’92 blends his faith and fitness, offering tips to help haumāna thrive during the busy holiday season.

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Nov. 13, 2024

From Hawaiʻi to Europe, Kamehameha students share aloha ʻāina

Kamehameha Schools’ Ambassadors of Aloha ʻĀina traveled through Europe, retracing the footsteps of aliʻi and deepening their connection to Hawaiian culture.

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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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Nov. 4, 2024

KS Kapālama girls upset ʻIolani to claim DI state volleyball crown

The Kamehameha Schools Kapālama Warriors girls volleyball team upset number one seed ʻIolani to win the New City Nissan/HHSAA Division I State Championship. It’s the 25th state title in program history.

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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. 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. 9, 2024

From Kamehameha Schools to kula nui: Scholarships empower Hawaiian students

Three recent graduates reflect on how the educational and financial support they received has empowered them to pursue higher education and careers dedicated to giving back to their communities.

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Sept. 4, 2024

Leading with aloha: Kamehameha Schools student’s sweet success

Kamehameha Schools Hawaiʻi student Sadie Yu achieved entrepreneurial success when her Sweetheart Farm lilikoʻi butter sold out on Hawaiian Airlines.

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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. 19, 2024

Kapālama educator marks 45 years of nurturing haumāna

Every August, Kamehameha Schools recognizes limahana celebrating milestone work anniversaries through our annual service awards.

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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 23, 2024

Spotlight Now highlights benefits of Hawaiian culture-based education

Poʻo Kumu Kaʻulu Gapero KSK’93 joined the news crew for a special episode on the positive impact of culture-based education.

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July 22, 2024

How Kamehameha Schools is empowering students beyond K-12

College transition specialists at Kamehameha Schools provide holistic support to alumni, focusing on their academic success, cultural identity and personal development even after graduation.

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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 24, 2024

Digital NativeZ use TikTok to amplify FestPAC

More than 500,000 festivalgoers celebrated Pacific cultures at FestPAC 2024, with Native youth capturing the event’s vibrant heritage through social media.

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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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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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May 14, 2024

Latest issue of I Mua magazine focuses on Lahaina recovery and more

I Mua magazine 2024, Issue 1 is out online and in your home. This edition includes manaʻo from alumni who have demonstrated great resilience after the devastating Lahaina fire.

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May 14, 2024

KS in the news: Kamehameha Schools Children’s Chorus draws nearly 1,000 people to free community concert on Maui

KS haumāna are shining on the stage, field, and court, gaining national attention and scholarships!

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May 13, 2024

Kamehameha Schools Kapālama’s first AA graduates: Where are they now?

Through the dual credit program with Hawaiʻi Pacific University, KS haumāna start their college education early, saving their families tens of thousands of dollars on tuition.

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May 9, 2024

Kumu appreciation week: ʻIke Hawaiʻi inspires next wave of Kapālama scientists and stewards

Bethany Kimokeo pioneers a Hawaiian language marine science course at Kamehameha Schools Kapālama, moving the needle of ʻike Hawaiʻi in the classroom.

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