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April 8, 2024

Retired KS kumu to join National Teachers Hall of Fame

Joel Truesdell worked at the Kapālama and Hawaiʻi campuses for 34 years.

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April 8, 2024

Joel Truesdell Named to Class of 2024 for the National Teachers Hall of Fame

The retired chemistry teacher served both Kapālama and Hawaiʻi campuses for 34 years, and is one of only five teachers across the U.S. to be named to the class of 2024.

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March 4, 2024

Hōʻike 2024: KŪ I KA MANA

This year's Hōʻike takes place March 14 and 15 in Koaiʻa Gym, featuring the rock opera "KŪ I KA MANA".

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March 1, 2024

East Hawaiʻi Honor Band Concert

Join us or watch online a special concert featuring the combined talents of four high and four middle schools from throughout East Hawaiʻi.

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February 22, 2024

Hoʻolauleʻa 2024 is this Saturday

Our annual PTO Hoʻolauleʻa is this Saturday, February 24 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on our high school campus.

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February 22, 2024

Kamehameha Band Festival 2024

Our kula is excited for our annual East Hawaiʻi band showcase on Friday, February 23 starting at 5 p.m.

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February 21, 2024

Celebrating Our Collective Impact - E Ulu Vol.3 Release

Our growing compilation of ʻŌiwi Edge scholarship, E Ulu, is now available online and includes a new volume!

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February 5, 2024

Get ready for Hoʻolauleʻa 2024

Pre-order Hoʻolauleʻa apparel, script, wristbands, Hawaiian plate and more, and get ready to enjoy on Saturday, February 24, 2024.

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December 13, 2023

Latest edition of I Mua magazine celebrates the making of mele

The latest edition of I Mua magazine is loaded with great content, including a behind-the-scenes look at Song Contest, Hōʻike and ʻAha Mele, the three flagship events at the three KS campuses.

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November 28, 2023

KS Hawaiʻi student leaders share about Lā Kūʻokoʻa

Remembering and celebrating the independence of the Kingdom of Hawaiʻi.

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November 27, 2023

Holopono Academic Success Center peer tutoring program

Haumāna and kumu can now request support from our Nāpua peer tutors. Visit the HASC website to learn more.

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November 21, 2023

Reminder: Apply Now for Campus Financial Aid for the 2024-2025 School Year

Early Completion Incentive: Complete your application before November 30, and have your application fee waived.

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November 21, 2023

KS Hawaiʻi High School ASKS 2023 Aloha Giving Campaign

Student and alumni leaders join together to encourage philanthropy in honor of Ke Aliʻi Pauahi.

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October 18, 2023

Reflection: KS Hawaiʻi School Year 2023-2024 - Day 1

Taking a fun look back at the first day of the school year as we start a new quarter this week.

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September 19, 2023

2023 Beginning of the Year Convocation

Celebrate the 2023-2024 Kamehameha Schools Spiritual Theme - "Aloha Mua Mai Ke Akua, E Aloha Aku Kākou" God First Loved, So We Shall Love.

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September 18, 2023

Student voices: traveling with Kamehameha Schools - a journey of discovery and friendship

For KS Hawaiʻi high school seniors Amy Gushiken and Kalena Launiu, the unique travel opportunity to Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands has transformed their lives and perspectives in profound ways.

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