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July 24, 2025

Kamehameha Schools students steward Hōkūleʻa ceremonies at sacred sites

KS Kapālama students helped carry out Hōkūleʻa’s 50th anniversary ceremonies in Tahiti, honoring generations of cultural tradition and ties across Moananuiākea.

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June 18, 2025

Kamehameha Schools students carry kuleana across Moananuiākea

Kamehameha Schools students and kumu will travel to Raʻiātea to uphold a 50-year tradition of cultural protocol and exchange, joining Tahitian hosts and more to honor Hōkūleʻa’s landfall at Marae Taputapuātea.

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March 6, 2025

Navigating the future with Hōkūleʻa and Ke Kula ʻo Kamehameha

As Hōkūleʻa celebrates 50 years, the partnership between Polynesian Voyaging Society and Kamehameha Schools continues to shape future wayfinders through education and hands-on voyaging.

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Jan. 19, 2024

Public invited to screening of “Hōkūleʻa, Finding the Language of the Navigator”

A free public screening of the film, “Hōkūleʻa, Finding the Language of the Navigator” will happen on Jan. 23, at Kaʻiwakīloumoku on the Kamehameha Schools Kapālama campus.

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Nov. 8, 2023

KS in the news: November edition

Kamehameha Schools students, alumni and staffers are making far-reaching impacts. From standout athletes to determined researchers, our people are inspiring communities near and far. Check out the latest "KS in the news" roundup to read more.

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June 7, 2023

Kūkahekahe: Moananuiākea learning opportunity at KS Kapālama’s Midkiff Learning Center

With the launch of Moananuiākea: A Voyage for Earth just days away, the Midkiff Learning Center on our Kapālama Campus has created new comprehensive resources for the voyage that are available to everyone.

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