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Feb. 13, 2026

ʻOnipaʻa: A motto that continues to be steadfast

For Kamehameha Schools haumāna, the ʻOnipaʻa March is never just a walk. It’s a connection back to the past, our aliʻi and the culture that reminds us of who we are as Hawaiians.

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Feb. 12, 2026

East Hawaiʻi preschools build connection with ʻāina

KS Preschools haumāna from three East Hawaiʻi campuses explored science, culture and stewardship through hands-on learning of the hala tree.

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Feb. 11, 2026

Retracing the footsteps of our kūpuna: Kamehameha Kapālama students on the global stage at WIPCE

Kamehameha Schools Kapālama students traveled to Aotearoa to share perspectives on education and build meaningful connections across Moananuiākea.

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Feb. 10, 2026

Kamehameha Schools students present Hawaiian featherwork at global Indigenous conference

Kula Manu students from Kamehameha Schools Kapālama traveled to Aotearoa to share Hawaiian featherwork, culture and youth leadership at the World Indigenous Peoples Conference on Education.

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Feb. 9, 2026

Kamehameha Maui students bring self-published Hawaiian children’s book to life at WIPCE

Four Kamehameha Schools Maui students traveled from ʻAʻapueo, Maui, to Aotearoa, New Zealand, to present their self-published children’s book at WIPCE, sharing the ancient moʻolelo of ʻAʻapueo and connecting with Indigenous communities from around the world.

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Feb. 5, 2026

New podcast showcases cherished mele Hawaiʻi

Mele Hoʻoheno is a new podcast hosted by Manu Boyd that explores cherished Hawaiian songs, weaving together moʻolelo, ʻāina, aliʻi and personal connections.

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Feb. 4, 2026

Turning history into action at the ʻOnipaʻa Peace March

More than a thousand Kamehameha Schools haumāna joined the march honoring Queen Liliʻuokalani and remembering the illegal overthrow of her kingdom.

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Feb. 2, 2026

Mālama Ola Minute: Helping kids build healthy relationships

How can parents support their children through friendship drama and dating questions? A Kamehameha Schools behavioral health specialist shares practical tools and everyday tips.

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Jan. 26, 2026

Here’s how you can celebrate ‘ōlelo Hawaiʻi this year

Ola Ka ʻĪ kicks off Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi with student voices, ʻohana-friendly activities and community events across Hawaiʻi.

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Jan. 8, 2026

Kahua of Kuleana: Stewarding Pauahi’s Legacy, Together

Rooted in Ke Aliʻi Pauahi’s intent, Kamehameha Schools is deepening its commitment to education as a shared kuleana, grounded in pilina and trust.

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Jan. 8, 2026

KS in the news: Alumni leaders, ʻāina efforts and kaiāulu partnerships

This roundup of recent coverage featuring Kamehameha Schools includes headline-making alumni and historical ʻāina-based work.

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Jan. 6, 2026

Inside Kamehameha Schools Archives: A new home, now open to the public

The Kamehameha Schools Archives opens to the public for the first time at Kapālama Kai, sharing rare artifacts, photos and stories from Hawaiʻi’s past.

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Dec. 22, 2025

Nānākuli preschoolers explore leadership on Honolulu huakaʻi

Keiki from KS Preschools-Nānākuli explored servant leadership and Hawaiian history on a field trip to Kawaiahaʻo Plaza and ʻIolani Palace.

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Dec. 18, 2025

From events to letters, community comes together for Pauahi

Across Hawaiʻi, E Ulu Koa engagements bring communities together to connect and stand for Pauahi’s legacy.

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Dec. 18, 2025

Advent 2025: A season of love

This year’s devotional series closes with a reflection on the love made present in Christ and how aloha is carried forward in the legacy of Ke Aliʻi Pauahi.

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Dec. 17, 2025

From classrooms to communities, KS and Hawaiʻi Pacific Health renew partnership supporting education, health and well-being

A renewed partnership between Kamehameha Schools and Hawaiʻi Pacific Health continues to open doors for haumāna and strengthen community well-being across Hawaiʻi.

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Dec. 17, 2025

Advent 2025: Joy in praise and practice

This week’s video devotional focuses on the joy rooted in Ke Akua’s presence and the strength of our faith.

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Dec. 10, 2025

Mālama Ola Minute: Why hydration matters more than you think

Learn how hydration supports student health, focus and safety with practical tips from Kamehameha Schools health services manager, Lāhela Blake.

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Dec. 8, 2025

Founder’s Day 2025: Kamehameha Schools events and livestreams

Find times, locations and livestream links for Kamehameha Schools Founder’s Day ceremonies as we come together to honor the legacy of Ke Aliʻi Bernice Pauahi Pākī Bishop.

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Dec. 5, 2025

Advent 2025: Finding peace in life’s chaos

Week 2 of this year’s devotional series reflects on finding God’s peace amid life’s chaos, drawing from Isaiah 52 and a modern reminder of our shared need for maluhia.

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Dec. 4, 2025

Moʻokuapā: Help to complete the kuapā at Paepae o Heʻeia

Join Moʻokuapā at Paepae o Heʻeia on Dec. 13 to help restore the final 300 feet of the historic kuapā.

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Dec. 3, 2025

Ola Keauhou! Kamehameha Schools’ commitment to ʻāina, culture and community

Ola Keauhou! reflects Kamehameha Schools’ vision to honor culture, support the community and steward Keauhou Bay for future generations.

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Dec. 2, 2025

Kāneaka Hōlua: Honoring the sacred course of courage and commitment

Kamehameha Schools preserves Kāneaka Hōlua, a natural slide where ancient warriors once raced down its slope.

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Dec. 1, 2025

Committee selects three finalists for Kamehameha Schools trustee seat

A Probate Court–appointed screening committee has named Olin K. Lagon, Keith Vieira and Eric K. Yeaman as finalists for the next Kamehameha Schools trustee and is inviting public comment through the end of the year.

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Nov. 28, 2025

New Advent series kicks off with a message of hope

Kamehameha Schools debuts its Advent video devotional series with a message of hope from KS Hawaiʻi.

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Nov. 25, 2025

KS in the news: ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi on the field, ʻāina on the plate

Discover how Kamehameha Schools is making an impact across Hawaiʻi.

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Nov. 24, 2025

Walkathon brings KS Maui together for student wellness

Hundreds of haumāna, kumu and ʻohana from Kamehameha Schools Maui joined the first campus-wide Miles 4 Smiles walkathon to promote mental health, faith and connection.

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Nov. 19, 2025

Wahi Kūpuna Internship connects youth to Lahaina’s history

Supported by Kamehameha Schools, interns with Huliauapaʻa Wahi Kūpuna program uncover Lahaina’s ancestral water and food systems to help guide the town’s ‘āina-based restoration and future planning.

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Nov. 17, 2025

Honolulu firefighters find new training grounds on ʻĀina Pauahi

Kamehameha Schools’ Kapālama Kai site is serving as a Honolulu Fire Department training ground, preparing future first responders and strengthening community safety.

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Nov. 4, 2025

November 4, 1887: The founding of Kamehameha Schools

Ke Aliʻi Pauahi’s vision to educate Hawaiian youth came to life in 1887 with the founding of Kamehameha Schools.

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