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Aug. 8, 2025

Illuminating Kauhale: Shining a light on the passions of our haumāna

Meet Kukui, a KS Hawaiʻi Class of 2034 haumāna, and hear more about his moʻolelo and supports to deepen his passions and talent for art.

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Aug. 7, 2025

2025 Kula Waena Back-to-School Night

Our middle school families are invited to come back-to-school to learn more about the exciting opportunities for their keiki this school year.

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Aug. 6, 2025

Ea mai ka lā! | Welcome to a new school year

Starting this school year with purpose and intention, looking back on day one as we complete our first full week.

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Aug. 5, 2025

Register to volunteer at KS Hawaiʻi

Get important information and see the five simple steps on how to volunteer at Kamehameha Schools Hawaiʻi.

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Aug. 4, 2025

Mālama Ola Minute: Building back-to-school routines

Ke Kula ‘o Kamehameha nurse Kapua Gelacio shares practical advice on how students can build healthy back-to-school routines by getting enough sleep, staying connected and speaking up when they need support.

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Aug. 1, 2025

Important details regarding High School Pick-up and Drop-off areas

After the first two days of school, sharing some important reminders for ʻohana when picking up and dropping off students.

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July 30, 2025

Kula Waena Lā Mei Hoʻokūkū Mele 2025

Our middle school launched a special new tradition for May Day with their inaugural Song Contest. This year’s theme was Moananuiākea.

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July 30, 2025

New air quality and vape detection system rolling out in high school

We’re adding an additional deterrent to encourage pono choices around vaping. Just don’t do it.

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July 30, 2025

Welina Mai E Nā ‘Ohana I Ka Makahiki Hou!

Kula Kiʻekiʻe Poʻokumu Dr. Lehua Veincent welcomes back our high school ʻohana to a new year!

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July 30, 2025

Kula Kiʻekiʻe ʻOhana - Join us next Friday for Wehena Kula

High school families are invited on August 8 to come and learn more about this school year and the exciting opportunities ahead for their students.

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July 30, 2025

Enhancements to our Visitor Management System

Please make sure you have a valid, government-issued photo ID with you when visiting campus. New Raptor VisitorSafe check-in system strengthens our screening and identification protocols.

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July 30, 2025

Committee seeks candidates for Kamehameha Schools trustee position

A search is being conducted to fill the Kamehameha Schools trustee position previously held by Robert K.W.H. Nobriga, whose term expired on June 30, 2025.

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July 29, 2025

Tsunami Warning – Update #1 from Kamehameha Schools

The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center has issued a tsunami WARNING for the state of Hawaiʻi. The estimated earliest arrival of the first wave is 7:10 p.m. Our top priority is to protect the safety of our haumāna, ʻohana and employees. Effective immediately, Kamehameha Schools will close all preschool and non-education sites and offices.

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July 25, 2025

Additional information and frequently asked questions for Raptor VisitorSafe system

Our new visitor management system will provide an important additional layer of screening for visitors arriving on our campus. Here are additional details if you have questions.

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July 16, 2025

Sign up for the 2025-2026 Kauhale Band

Rehearsals for our Alumni Band will start in August! You can sign-up to join the band and relive and rediscover your joy of music!

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July 14, 2025

Preparing for Hurricane season

How and when Kamehameha Schools will communicate with ʻohana if a hurricane is forecast to impact Hawaiʻi.

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July 10, 2025

Campus Construction Update and Modification to High School Drop-off/Pick-ups

New designated parking areas that our kauhale should be aware of while construction is ongoing.

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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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July 7, 2025

Mālama Ola Minute: Your guide to hiking prepared

Stay sun-safe, hydrated and prepared on your next trail adventure with these hiking tips from Kamehameha Schools Maui athletic trainer Rachel Jordan.

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June 30, 2025

Kula Haʻahaʻa Lā Mei 2025 now available

Watch the beautiful hula from our kula haʻahaʻa haumāna, kumu and kupuna as they present their 2025 program “Pūlama ʻIa Nā Kai ʻEwalu, E Ui Ē”

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June 23, 2025

Alum’s weather balloon project opens STEM pathways for KS haumāna

A NASA-backed weather balloon project spearheaded by a KS alum is opening up STEM and post-secondary opportunities for KS haumāna.

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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 6, 2025

Halemanu presented with Kaimana Award scholarship

Class of 2025 alumnus Kamahaʻo Halemanu received his 2025 Kaimana Scholarship Award last weekend in Honolulu.

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June 5, 2025

Alumni volunteering opportunity with the Hawaiʻi Food Basket

KSH alumni are invited to sign up for a community service opportunity helping our island’s food bank. Sessions scheduled throughout June.

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June 3, 2025

Leonard selected as new Girls Volleyball Head Coach

Alumna and current KSH Higher Ed. Transition Specialist Zoe Leonard has been named Girls Volleyball head coach for our Warriors.

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June 2, 2025

Sign-up for CyberCamp 2025

Rising middle school students can explore the area of cybersecurity this summer with a special CyberCamp experience this summer.

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June 2, 2025

Mālama Ola Minute: Summer first aid essentials for your ʻohana

KS Hawaiʻi nurse Carl deLeon shares why having a simple first aid kit and knowing where to go for care can help keep keiki safe this summer.

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May 22, 2025

Class of 2025: Kamehameha Schools seniors answer the call to lead

The latest graduates from Kamehameha Schools are stepping into roles as leaders, scholars, and servants, carrying forward the values instilled during their time on campus.

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May 21, 2025

Class of 2025 Commencement live stream

In-person attendance requires a ticket, but a live stream will be provided for the graduation ceremony of Kaʻiwahoʻokelewaʻa.

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May 15, 2025

2025 End of the Year Convocation

Watch a replay of this special campus tradition as we culminate our 2024-2025 spiritual theme.

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