KS Maui Librarians Geri Kimoto and Kumu Ketra Arcas introduced haumāna and the community to Hawaiian database resources to assist those eager to research their own genealogies.
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.
We continue to monitor the eruption of Mauna Loa and will make adjustments if the situation warrants any action to protect the health and safety of our kauhale.
Hiʻiakaikawaiola senior Savanna Colliado partnered with Warrior Printing to create a special hoodie to raise funds for her class’ graduation night activities.
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.
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.
Lonoikamakahiki! In this Kūkahekahe article, we share resources and past stories about Makahiki to celebrate this Hawaiian season of gratitude and peace.
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.
Our keiki musicians will return to performing for a live audience this year in Hāʻaeamahi Dining Hall.
KS Maui alum Lindsay Watson’s newest film tells the story of Hawaiian heroine Piʻilani fighting to keep her family intact as Native Hawaiians who contract leprosy are exiled to Kalaupapa.
In case you missed it, you can watch the fentanyl poisoning and drug awareness talk with Dr. Kimo Alameda from October, on-demand.
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.
The open-air street market and block party will feature food, fashion, family activities, shopping and more, just in time for the holidays!
The newest issue of I Mua magazine features the next wave of ‘ōiwi newscasters; Mahi‘ai Match-Up winners who are finding innovative and ‘ono ways to strengthen Hawai‘i’s food systems; alumni and the next generation of leaders who will perpetuate Hawai‘i’s Lā Ho‘iho‘i Ea observances; and culture-keepers whose hula and mele grace local and international stages while sharing aloha with the world.
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.
See one of the most popular Disney movies of all-time, coming to our Lunalilo Hale stage this November 17-19.
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.
A cadre of KS Maui alumni have served or are currently serving in the U.S. military. In honor of Veteran’s Day, we gathered reflections from a few of our graduates about alakaʻi lawelawe — servant leadership — embodied by our founder Ke Aliʻi Bernice Pauahi Bishop.
Cherry Tree Lane meets Keaʻau next week as KS Hawaiʻi’s Hōʻike A Haʻi Performing Arts Club present their fall musical, Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s multi award-winning musical Mary Poppins, at William Charles Lunalilo Center Nov. 17, 18 and 19 at 7 p.m.
The Nov. 20 run/walk starts at Sandy Beach Park, passes Hālona lookout, Hanauma Bay and ends at Hui Nalu hālau at Maunalua Bay Beach Park.
Student-athlete and alaka‘i Kale Spencer KSM’22 has overcome adversity and excelled in academics to become an ‘ōiwi leader who would make Ke Ali‘I Pauahi proud.
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.
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.
Wā Moʻolelo, centered around the Kamehameha Schools Maui value of pilina, is a monthly opportunity for K-5 haumāna to meet different groups of leaders, kumu, and even Māhele Luna (6-12) students from across the Maui campus. Each class receives a visitor who reads from a story special to them.
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.
The film from Aotearoa (New Zealand) tells the story of the late Sir Hekenukumai Ngāiwi Pūhipi, aka Hek Busby, and his role in rekindling Māori wayfinding.
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.
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.”
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.
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.
Kamehameha Schools’ policy is to give preference to applicants of Hawaiian ancestry to the extent permitted by law.
