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Dec. 21, 2022

Advent Christmas Eve: Look to God’s light

Kamehameha Schools Kapālama Keiki Kahu Emma Akana KSK ’23 and Worship Leader Rodney Arias KSK’90 remind us that God’s light and presence is there to guide us when we feel lost, to bring us hope when we are weary and to bring us joy when we are fearful.

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Dec. 18, 2022

KS preschoolers walk laps and raise money in honor of Ke Aliʻi Pauahi

Keiki at Nā Kula Kamaliʻi ma Heʻeia took part in the preschool’s first-ever Pennies for Pauahi and Walk for Pauahi events.

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Dec. 16, 2022

Advent week 4: Love others as God loves us

Keiki Kahu Siddalee Amaral KSH’23 and KS Hawai‘i Kahu Waihona Keikilani Meyer lean on the words of John to remind us that we are able to love others because ke Akua loves us.

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Dec. 14, 2022

Celebrating Princess Pauahi’s legacy through her values

Mālama, aloha, kuleana, ha‘aha‘a and ‘ike pono were among the values personified by our founder Ke Ali‘i Bernice Pauahi Pākī Bishop. In commemoration of Founder’s Day, Dec. 19, we share some mo‘olelo that paint a picture of how our princess embodied these values.

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Dec. 12, 2022

2022 Founder’s Day ceremonies announced

This year marks the 191st anniversary of the birth of Princess Pauahi, with Founder’s Day ceremonies taking place across the pae ʻāina.

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Dec. 7, 2022

Experience E Ola! – Embracing our kuleana to hoʻōla lāhui through service and leadership

Kamehameha Schools Kapālama ‘88 alum, Keolamaikalani Dean, talks about how his time at Kamehameha Schools inspired him to “hoʻōla lāhui” and contributed to his journey to becoming CEO of the King Lunalilo Trust & Home.

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Dec. 6, 2022

KS Children’s Chorus spread message of hope this holiday season

The Kamehameha Schools Children’s Chorus perpetuates the Hawaiian tradition of mele creating a CD with 10 songs centered around nā waiwai Hawai‘i.

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Dec. 5, 2022

5 ways to stem stress and generate joy during the holidays

Holiday burnout captures the feelings of exhaustion, disengagement and overwhelmingness that can result from the pressure to “do it all” for the holidays. Here are some helpful tips on how to stem stress and generate joy during the holiday season.

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Dec. 2, 2022

Advent week 2 – Sharing peace with those in need

KS Hawai‘i Kahu Kaunaloa Boshard KSK’77 and Keiki Kahu Cheyenne Sato KSH’23 lean on the words of Isaiah to share the true meaning of Christmas.

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Nov. 29, 2022

Ōiwi Leaders inspire haumāna at Lā Kūʻokoʻa celebrations

KSK students listened to guest speakers and community leaders speak about their Native Hawaiian identity and engaged in a variety of cultural activities in preparation for Lā Kūʻokoʻa. Celebrations like these are an important step towards preparing haumāna to be the next generation of ʻōiwi leaders.

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Nov. 28, 2022

Kūkahekahe: Celebrating Lā Kūʻokoʻa – Hawaiian Independence Day 2022

Let’s celebrate Lā Kūʻokoʻa, a Hawaiian national holiday that marks the date in 1843 when the sovereignty of the Kingdom of Hawaiʻi was formally recognized by England and France.

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Nov. 27, 2022

Advent week 1 – Hope and possibilities

KS Maui junior Mālie Vickers and KSM Kahu Kahu Kalani Wong KSK’74 reassure us that we can always lean on our Heavenly Father for protection, love, peace and hope.

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Nov. 18, 2022

Weekly devotional: Taking the good with the bad

In sharing the words of Philippians 1:27-30, KS Maui Kahu Kahu Kalani Wong KSK’74 reminds us that in some cases good may also come with the bad, but by staying united, we will find strength in those around us and continue to live proper lives as one.

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Nov. 16, 2022

Kūkahekahe – Celebrating the birth of King Kalākaua

In this Kūkahekahe, we celebrate the birth of King David Laʻamea Kalākaua, a respected aliʻi nui and mōʻī – a ruler of the Hawaiian Kingdom – by sharing a bit about his friendship with our beloved founder, Ke Aliʻi Pauahi.

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Nov. 14, 2022

From loʻi kalo to the United Nations: New KSK pathway prepares haumāna for roles as ʻōiwi leaders

Middle school Kumu Paul Parish and Kumu Mark Pacarro use their collective manaʻo to nurture a new crop of ʻōiwi leaders through a two-year pathway called “Kaʻāmauloa.” Launched in fall 2022, the new loʻi kalo pathway provides haumāna an opportunity to learn about Hawaiʻi’s traditional sustainable practices and protocol that enabled kanaka ʻōiwi to flourish for centuries without aid from outside resources.

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Nov. 10, 2022

Weekly devotional: Hope does not disappoint

In leaning on the words of Romans 5:2-5, KS Maui Kahu Kalani Wong KSK’74 reminds us that in times of despair, it is hope that gives the weak a reprieve, enables life to begin, and brings about great expectations.

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Nov. 4, 2022

Weekly devotional: Reforming ships and stories

KS Kapālama Kahu Manu Naeʻole KSK’96 shares the moʻolelo from the Old Testament, the Ships of Tarshish, and asks us to reflect on the gifts and functions Ke Akua has given us that need reformation power.

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Nov. 3, 2022

10 ways to teach your keiki gratitude during the holiday season

In a world that seems to value overabundance, teaching gratitude can feel like an uphill battle. Despite the challenges you might face, helping our keiki to feel grateful can be worthwhile.

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Nov. 2, 2022

KSK kumu create dual-language curriculum

In partnership with Kanaeokana and Kanaka Pakipika, two ‘ōlelo Hawai‘i kumu at Kamehameha Schools Kapālama spearheaded the creation of teaching curriculum inspired by Kapaemāhū.

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Nov. 1, 2022

Experience E Ola! – Inspiring advocacy through the written word

Experience E Ola! is a video series that celebrates our stories of E Ola! success to inspire our community to ho‘ ōla lāhui – to actively contribute to a thriving lāhui.

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Oct. 31, 2022

Kūkahekahe: KS marks 135 years since its founding

November 4 marks the official commemoration date of the founding of the Kamehameha School for Boys. In this Kūkahekahe, we celebrate 135 years of educating young Hawaiians by sharing commemorative articles printed by Kamehameha School students in the school’s early newspaper, “The Handicraft.”

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Oct. 28, 2022

Tips to having a spooktacular and safe Halloween

Whether your Halloween plans are for mākua or keiki, there’s plenty to consider before choosing a costume, putting on makeup, and filling your ‘opu with sweet treats.

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Oct. 28, 2022

Weekly devotional: ʻImi naʻauao – Seeking wisdom

Just as Ke Aliʻi Pauahi provided guidance and counsel to those who sought her wisdom, KS Maui Kahu Kahu Kalani Wong KSK’74 shares that we all have the opportunity to turn to Ke Akua who will help lead us to the right source and down a righteous path.

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Oct. 21, 2022

Weekly devotional: Dreams and reality

In leaning on the words of Isaiah 6:9-10, KS Kapālama Kahu Manu Naeʻole KSK’96 reminds us that no matter where we find ourselves, especially if perception and reality are not matching, always continue to do good and declare to Ke Akua, “Here I am!”

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Oct. 19, 2022

KS provides insight, resources during Safe Schools Week

Kamehameha Schools is recognizing Safe Schools Week by sharing important tips, resources and tools that help to equip our haumāna, ‘ohana and kumu with information on fostering safety and positive well-being.

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Oct. 18, 2022

Statewide voter engagement events scheduled ahead of the upcoming general election

Kamehameha Schools and other Native Hawaiian-serving organizations have organized a series of events to promote the importance of voter turnout and civic engagement.

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Oct. 14, 2022

Weekly devotional: An abundant life

After dwelling on his decade-old grill finally calling it quits, KS Maui Kahu Kalani Wong KSK’74 is reminded of the sacrifice by Christ so that we all experience an abundant life and shares the importance of relying on His word and purpose instead of only on worldly possessions.

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Oct. 12, 2022

Po‘o kula share mana‘o on Moananuiākea’s role in creating global ʻōiwi leaders

The webinar, “Moananuiākea: Our Ancestral Oceanic Home” highlights the many educational resources teachers and learners can use, available on the Ka‘iwakīloumoku website.

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Oct. 10, 2022

Mālama Ola Minute: Helping keiki cope with cyberbullying

Here are some tips on what to do if your keiki is experiencing or engaging in cyberbullying. Learning about this dangerous threat can protect our keiki and encourage pono behavior.

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Sept. 30, 2022

Weekly devotional: His grace is sufficient

In leaning on the words of 1 Corinthians 15:10, KS Kapālama Kahu Manu Naeʻole KSK’96 reminds us to stop all the ways we try to anchor down our expectations for Ke Akua made us well and thus his grace is sufficient.

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