Kamehameha Schools Hawai‘i

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Posted: January 28, 2019

On Friday, January 25, the KS ‘ohana celebrated the birth of Charles Reed Bishop – Husband of Ke Ali’I Pauahi, and a driving force in the creation of Kamehameha Schools.

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16-716 Volcano Road Kea‘au, HI 96749 (808) 982-0000

The 300-acre Kamehameha Schools Hawai‘i campus is located in Kea‘au, eight miles south of Hilo in a remote, heavily forested and beautiful area. Founded in 1996, the school currently enrolls 1,156 K-12 students. The curriculum is directed toward preparing students for success in post-high school endeavors and a rewarding and productive life.

The overall program is college preparatory with significant enhancements in career and vocational opportunities. Junior and senior students participate in a career academy program which offers skill development and career orientation in the following fields: Arts and Communication; Business and Leadership; Engineering and Design; Health and Wellness; and Science and Natural Resources.

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Applying to KS Hawai‘i

Need help? Contact
our admissions office
or call (808) 982-0100
Hours: 8:30 a.m.- 4 p.m.

All campus students are eligible to apply for need-based financial aid.

Once your ancestry is verified, you will be considered for preference when you apply.

Please visit or contact our Hilo and Kona offices.

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KS Hawai‘i
16-716 Volcano Road
Kea‘au, HI 96749
(808) 982-0000

News and announcements

February 14, 2019
Kula Haʻahaʻa Spring Concert 2019 planned for March 1
One of the best times of year, when our kula is filled with the joyous sounds of our keiki. The spring concert will be live broadcast for all to see.
February 14, 2019
Papa ʻEono will host their very own Comic Convention - KanakaCon2019
Make plans to join KS Hawaiʻi Kula Waena on Sunday, March 10, 2019 as KanakaCon 2019 will showcase student work and a love of moʻolelo through comics with the community.
February 14, 2019
KSH senior plans soccer showcase to give others opportunity
KS Hawaiʻi senior Kaila Ambrosio has put together a soccer showcase event for middle school athletes interested in collegiate soccer.
February 12, 2019
KS Hawaiʻi kumu collaborate on exhibit celebrating Kamehameha
KS Hawaiʻi kumu Carl Pao and Kawika Eyre have put together an exhibit celebrating Kamehameha ʻEkahi, in time for the 200th anniversary of his death.
February 11, 2019
KS tops the state in national board-certified educators
Five KS educators recently achieved certification by the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards, bringing the number of certified KS educators to 75!