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Founder's Day stories

Jan. 25, 2024

Celebrating Charles Reed Bishop’s dedication to education in Hawaiʻi

Charles Reed Bishop's unwavering commitment to education and philanthropy in Hawaiʻi can be seen from Kamehameha Schools to libraries and kindergartens.

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Dec. 19, 2023

Founder's Day reflections: Pauahi's royal heritage and legacy

The upbringing and influences that shaped Pauahi's legacy emphasized the importance of passing down values and traditions that advance Native Hawaiians.

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Dec. 14, 2023

2023 Founder’s Day ceremonies: How to take part

Across the pae ʻāina, the Kamehameha Schools ‘ohana will gather to honor Ke Aliʻi Bernice Pauahi Bishop and celebrate her birth and legacy.

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Dec. 14, 2022

How to watch Founder’s Day 2022

Reminder: A ticket is required to attend our Founder's Day ceremony in-person, however the event will continue to be streamed live on our KS YouTube channel for those interested in watching live.

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Dec. 14, 2022

Celebrating Princess Pauahi’s legacy through her values

Mālama, aloha, kuleana, ha‘aha‘a and ‘ike pono were among the values personified by our founder Ke Ali‘i Bernice Pauahi Pākī Bishop. In commemoration of Founder’s Day, Dec. 19, we share some mo‘olelo that paint a picture of how our princess embodied these values.

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Dec. 12, 2022

2022 Founder’s Day ceremonies announced

This year marks the 191st anniversary of the birth of Princess Pauahi, with Founder’s Day ceremonies taking place across the pae ʻāina.

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Jan. 24, 2022

Charles Reed Bishop: Advocate of the Lāhui

January 25 marks the 200th anniversary of the birth of Charles Reed Bishop, husband of Ke Ali‘i Bernice Pauahi Bishop, and the driving force in the creation of the Kamehameha Schools.

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