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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 19, 2025

Post High Decisions for the KS Hawaiʻi Class of 2025

The 20th graduating class, Kaʻiwahoʻokelewaʻa share their next steps for their journey.

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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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May 14, 2025

Aloha i ka Hawaiian Cowboy - the 2025 Kula Haʻahaʻa Spring Concert

Watch the full 2025 Elementary Spring Concert which honored our paniolo traditions with special mele and hula, now on our KS YouTube channel.

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May 12, 2025

Our shared kuleana: How safety provides the foundation for success at Ke Kula ʻo Kamehameha

Kamehameha Schools supports student success by prioritizing safety, well-being and strong partnerships between families, staff and peers.

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May 6, 2025

Afterschool activities at Kula Haʻahaʻa

See some of the offerings kula haʻahaʻa haumāna can participate in and enjoy afterschool.

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May 6, 2025

SY 25-26 Athletics Participation Survey

Students interested in participating in athletics next school year can now indicate their interest through the sports survey.

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May 5, 2025

Semi-Annual Pulse Survey out now

ʻOhana, haumāna and kumu - please check your email for a request to participate in our semi-annual pulse survey.

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May 5, 2025

Meet our kumu: Carl Pao — Inspiring creativity through art

The art teacher encourages new kumu to be authentic, teach to their strengths, and bring unwavering passion to their work every day.

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April 29, 2025

Class of 2025 Poʻo Kula Scholarship winners

Hoʻomaikaʻi to these nine seniors who have been awarded the 2025 Poʻo Kula Scholarship.

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April 25, 2025

Hōʻike 2025 - ʻEmalani is now available for viewing

To honor Queen Emma on the 140th anniversary of her passing, we release the recording of the opera which honors her resilience and dedication to her lāhui.

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April 23, 2025

Safety starts with aloha!

The safety and well-being of our haumāna, kumu, and ʻohana is not just a priority — it is a non-negotiable kuleana.

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April 10, 2025

CANCELLED - 2025 HS Spring Play: "One Stoplight Town"

Update - the spring play has been cancelled. We look forward to see audiences again in the Fall for MEAN GIRLS.

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April 8, 2025

New crosswalk is now open for Koaiʻa Gym access

You can now use a new crosswalk when traversing the Koaiʻa Gym parking lot.

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April 7, 2025

RSVP by April 10 for the annual PTO ʻOhana Night on April 15

Join the Kamehameha Hawaiʻi Parent Teacher ʻOhana for their annual ʻOhana Night on 4/15.

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April 3, 2025

Re-enrollment for the ʻ25-ʻ26 school year now live

Please check your email for a message from Infinite Campus to complete the re-enrollment process.

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April 1, 2025

Student works featured in 2025 MANA Invitational Art Show

Twenty eight KS Hawaiʻi art students will be featured in a special gallery at the Wailoa Center this month. Gallery opens on April 4 through May 1.

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March 31, 2025

Kumuola student research aides highlighted by WebsEdge Science

See a profile of one of our student research aides and the intentionality in connecting interest, passion, and service to ʻāīna.

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March 28, 2025

The Runaway Musubi is now up on YouTube

Watch the Hōʻike a Haʻi production adapting the moʻolelo of The Gingerbread Man with a local twist.

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March 27, 2025

Campus Update: Koaiʻa Gymnasium lānai extension construction

Please be mindful of contruction work taking place at Koaiʻa Gymnasium and be safe when moving through the area.

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March 20, 2025

Kauhale Band Festival 2025

Our first ever Kauhale Band Festival took place on Thursday, February 20, 2025 in Koaiʻa Gymnasium.

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March 17, 2025

Lent 2025 - KS Hawaiʻi Hymn and Devotional

Keiki Kahu and Kahu Kaunaloa share a message for the start of the Lent season.

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March 12, 2025

Kauikeaouli’s vision lives on at annual festival

The 24th annual Kauikeaouli Festival at Keauhou Bay honors the legacy of Kamehameha III with a weekend of cultural celebrations, discussions and music, highlighting his enduring impact on Hawaiian sovereignty and education.

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March 11, 2025

Get your tickets for Hōʻike 2025: ʻEmalani

ʻEmalani is an original Hawaiian opera that spans the entire life of Queen Emma and highlights many significant events in her life and in the history of Hawaiʻi.

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March 10, 2025

Leadership and legacy shine at Song Contest and Hōʻike

Kamehameha Schools students step into leadership through mele and performance, uniting in Song Contest to celebrate Hawaiian hospitality and bringing Queen Emma’s legacy to life in the Hōʻike opera ʻEmalani.

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