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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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 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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Feb. 25, 2025

Big wins for KS Kapālama, KS Maui in state wrestling tourney

The Kamehameha Schools Kapālama boys wrestling earned their second straight state title. Meanwhile Kamehameha Schools Maui’s Mikah Labuanan pulled off an amazing grand slam, earning four individual titles in four years. It’s the first ever for a Maui wrestler.

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Feb. 20, 2025

Lend your leo to new ʻōiwi-run app meant to amplify ‘ōlelo Hawaiʻi

A new ʻōiwi-run app, Lauleo, seeks to gather voices of ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi speakers to develop AI speech recognition tools. The app’s creators view themselves as kiaʻi of this data, making sure it’s kānaka, not big tech who decide how it’s used.

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Feb. 10, 2025

Super Saturday: KS wins state titles in 3 different sports

Na Kula ʻo Kamehameha pulled off an incredible feat on Saturday, Feb. 8, earning state titles in girls basketball, boys soccer and canoe paddling. Hulō!

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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. 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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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. 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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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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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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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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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 21, 2024

Dual credit college program at KS Kapālama creates generational change

Nine out of ten haumāna at Kamehameha Schools Kapālama will earn college credits this year, in addition to their high school diploma. Sixty-eight of those haumāna have gone a step further earning their AA degree, thanks to an innovative partnership with Hawaiʻi Pacific University.

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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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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 4, 2024

KS Kapālama Song Contest and KS Hawaiʻi Hōʻike to showcase and elevate mele Hawaiʻi

Mele Hawaiʻi will take center stage during two flagship events for the haumāna of Kamehameha Schools Kapālama and Kamehameha Schools Hawaiʻi.

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Feb. 7, 2024

KS in the news: February 2024 edition

Whether it’s on the putting green or in the State Capitol, our expansive KS ʻohana is making headlines across the pae ʻāina.

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Jan. 19, 2024

Public invited to screening of “Hōkūleʻa, Finding the Language of the Navigator”

A free public screening of the film, “Hōkūleʻa, Finding the Language of the Navigator” will happen on Jan. 23, at Kaʻiwakīloumoku on the Kamehameha Schools Kapālama campus.

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Jan. 11, 2024

Kōkua from I Mua Maui Fund helps KS alum and ʻohana move forward

Rooted in their faith, the Pratt ʻohana is rebuilding their lives post-Lahaina wildfires with gratitude.

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Jan. 10, 2024

KS preschool students give “Pennies for Pauahi”

Jan. 4, 2024

KS in the news: January 2024 edition

From pop music to indigenous farming, our KS ‘ohana is making waves.

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Dec. 13, 2023

Latest edition of I Mua magazine celebrates the making of mele

The latest edition of I Mua magazine is loaded with great content, including a behind-the-scenes look at Song Contest, Hōʻike and ʻAha Mele, the three flagship events at the three KS campuses.

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Dec. 12, 2023

Pearl Country Club temporary closure will allow for renovation and transformation

The iconic Pearl Country Club is set to close temporarily for a major renovation. The transformation – which includes a re-imagined clubhouse, banquet halls, kitchen, and restrooms – will also include a new name.

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Dec. 4, 2023

Envisioning the role of ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi in self-determination

Lāhui Rising panel discussion series at Kaʻiwakīloumoku Hawaiian Cultural Center explores different aspects of ea – self-determination.

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Nov. 20, 2023

KS Maui haumāna wahine gifted glam sessions and luxury lole Hawaiʻi for homecoming night

A surprise makeover and outfits from Manaola bring joy to high school haumāna impacted by the Maui wildfires.

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Nov. 8, 2023

KS alumni share leadership lessons, advocate for veterans’ health and well-being

Passionate KS Alumni have gone from fighting for their country to advocating for the health and well-being of fellow veterans through multiple support channels.

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Nov. 8, 2023

KS in the news: November edition

Kamehameha Schools students, alumni and staffers are making far-reaching impacts. From standout athletes to determined researchers, our people are inspiring communities near and far. Check out the latest “KS in the news” roundup to read more.

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