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Oct. 21, 2026

Mālama Ola Minute: Game day prep and recovery tips for student-athletes

Kamehameha Schools Kapālama athletic trainer Gasandria Jenkins shares practical tips to help student-athletes prepare and recover from competition.

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Oct. 21, 2026

Nā Hīmeni Kalikiano: Finding comfort in Ke Akua

Inspired by Queen Liliʻuokalani’s resilience, nā kahu of Kamehameha Schools offer a mele and pule for finding hope and peace through life’s challenges.

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Oct. 13, 2026

Ola ka inoa: I Mua magazine celebrates Ke Aliʻi Keʻelikōlani’s 200th lā hānau

I Mua 2026 issue 2 has just been posted online. This edition has all the alumni news and happenings you’ve come to expect. The pages are also full of fascinating moʻolelo.  

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Oct. 9, 2026

New declaration strengthens connections between Hawaiʻi and Indigenous Taiwan

Leaders from Ke Kula ʻo Kamehameha, the Polynesian Voyaging Society and Taiwan’s Council of Indigenous Peoples signed the Declaration of Austronesian Kinship & Pacific Unity, committing to stronger Indigenous education, cultural exchange and collaboration across Moananuiākea.

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Sept. 28, 2026

ʻOhana Hui enrich the KS Preschools experience

Through the KS Preschools ʻOhana Hui, families build pilina, serve their communities and help shape meaningful learning experiences for their keiki.

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Sept. 27, 2026

Hurricane Nolo update #3 – All Kamehameha sites to open tomorrow

All Ke Kula ʻo Kamehameha sites and offices will reopen Monday, Sept. 28, following Hurricane Nolo closures and site assessments.

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Sept. 23, 2026

Tropical Storm Nolo update #2

Ke Kula ʻo Kamehameha school sites and offices on Hawaiʻi Island will be closed tomorrow, Thursday, Sept. 24, and Friday, Sept. 25, due to Tropical Storm Nolo.

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Sept. 23, 2026

Tropical Depression 15-E update #1

Ke Kula ʻo Kamehameha is closely monitoring the storm system currently south of the pae ʻāina that is expected to strengthen into Tropical Storm Nolo later today and potentially develop into a major hurricane over the next few days.

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Sept. 16, 2026

Kamehameha Schools kumu: Chelsie Omo on serving keiki and ʻohana together

This Nānākuli preschool teacher supports keiki and ʻohana through learning with a focus on kūlia.

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Sept. 9, 2026

Mālama Ola Minute: Helping keiki feel comfortable seeking care

See how Kamehameha Schools Mālama Ola health staff build trust with keiki and partner with ʻohana to support student health and well-being.

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Aug. 24, 2026

Mālama Ola Minute: Creating connection and belonging this year

Kamehameha Schools Hawaiʻi behavioral specialists share how students and families can build meaningful relations and create healthy boundaries this new school year.

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Aug. 20, 2026

Tropical Depression Two-C update #1

Ke Kula ʻo Kamehameha is closely monitoring Tropical Depression Two-C as it approaches Hawaiʻi. The National Weather Service forecasts that the system could begin affecting Hawaiʻi Island late Saturday night and pass south of the rest of the pae ʻāina Sunday into Monday.

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Aug. 20, 2026

Kamehameha Schools kumu: Eric Stack on the power of performing arts and representation beyond Hawaiʻi

The longtime kumu uses theatre and storytelling to help haumāna connect their audiences to Hawaiian culture, identity and ʻike Hawaiʻi.

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Aug. 17, 2026

Tropical Storm Lala update #4 – Hawaiʻi Island sites remain closed; Most other sites reopen Tuesday

Ke Kula ʻo Kamehameha’s campus, preschools, and resource centers on Hawaiʻi Island, as well as our resource centers at Māʻili and Windward Mall, will remain closed tomorrow, Tuesday, Aug. 18. All other campuses, preschools, and offices across Kauaʻi, Oʻahu, and Maui Nui will reopen and return to normal operations.

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Aug. 16, 2026

Tropical Storm Lala update #3

Ke Kula ʻo Kamehameha will close all campuses, preschools and resource centers across the pae ʻāina on Monday, Aug. 17, 2026, due to impacts from Tropical Storm Lala. Kawaiahaʻo Plaza will remain open.

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Aug. 13, 2026

Tropical Storm Lala update #2

Kamehameha Schools is closely monitoring Tropical Storm Lala as it approaches Hawaiʻi, urging our communities to stay informed, complete storm preparations, and care for ʻohana and neighbors.

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Aug. 13, 2026

Ola Pauahi, Ola Hawaiʻi updates: ʻAukake 2026

Get the latest updates on efforts to protect Ke Aliʻi Pauahi’s legacy and resources to strengthen advocacy and ea.

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Aug. 11, 2026

August weather disturbance update #1

As we welcome back our haumāna, ʻohana, and kumu for the new school year, Ke Kula ʻo Kamehameha would like to inform you that we are tracking a weather system in the Central Pacific.

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Aug. 10, 2026

Kamehameha Schools unveils 2026-27 spiritual focus

Rooted in Romans 8, the new spiritual theme centers on the eternal love of ke Akua.

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Aug. 5, 2026

Native Hawaiian convention opens with focus on self-determination, unity

The opening plenary brought together leaders from Hawaiʻi’s largest Hawaiian-serving organizations to discuss collaboration, self-determination and the future of the lāhui.

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July 31, 2026

Lā Hoʻihoʻi Ea: The leadership and legacy of Timoteo Haʻalilio

As Hawaiʻi commemorates Lā Hoʻihoʻi Ea, the story of Timoteo Haʻalilio highlights the diplomacy, leadership and service that helped restore Hawaiian sovereignty.

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July 24, 2026

Hurricane Fausto update #1

Ke Kula ʻo Kamehameha is closely tracking Hurricane Fausto, with the safety and well-being of our haumāna, ʻohana, and employees as our highest priority. According to the National Weather Service, Fausto has strengthened but is forecast to weaken as it moves west across the Pacific.

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July 23, 2026

Hawaiian language science books bring ʻike Hawaiʻi into the classroom

A new collection of science books is helping keiki explore Hawaiʻi’s natural world through ʻike Hawaiʻi, ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi and aloha ʻāina.

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July 15, 2026

Mālama Ola Minute: Better health takes a team

Kamehameha Schools Kapālama athletic trainer Rachel Loo explains why building a trusted team, seeking routine care and speaking up support lifelong health.

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June 30, 2026

2026 hurricane preparedness: Information and resources for our KS ʻohana

With an active hurricane season forecast, Ke Kula ʻo Kamehameha urges employees and families to prepare now and stay informed.

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June 22, 2026

Mālama Ola Minute: Simple habits for a healthy summer

Kamehameha Schools Maui lead nurse Melissa Manzano shares summer illness prevention tips, from hydration and rest to handwashing.

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June 15, 2026

Summer learning starts here: 5 resources to explore Hawaiian culture and history

Discover five Kamehameha Schools-supported resources featuring Hawaiian culture, history, community events and educational activities for all ages.

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June 8, 2026

Kamehameha Day: The story behind Kamehameha’s statues in Hawaiʻi

Learn how a shipwreck changed the course of history, giving Hawaiʻi four statues of Kamehameha ‘Ekahi and one of its most beloved Kamehameha Day traditions.

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June 2, 2026

From Kamehameha to the global stage: ʻAulani Wilhelm’s journey of kuleana

ʻAulani Wilhelm reflects on kuleana, Indigenous leadership and building a future guided by ʻike Hawaiʻi and ancestral wisdom.

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June 1, 2026

Nā Hīmeni Kalikiano: The Hawaiian Doxology

Nā kahu of Kamehameha Schools share “Hoʻonani I Ka Makua Mau,” the Hawaiian doxology praising Ke Akua for His blessings and presence in all creation.

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Kawaiaha‘o Plaza

567 South King St.
Honolulu, HI 96813
(808) 523-6200

KS Hawai‘i

16-716 Volcano Rd.
Kea‘au, HI 96749
(808) 982-0000

KS Kapālama

1887 Makuakāne St.
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 842-8211

KS Maui

275 ‘A‘apueo Pkwy
Pukalani, HI 96768
(808) 572-3100

Kamehameha Schools’ policy is to give preference to applicants of Hawaiian ancestry to the extent permitted by law.

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