Principal Alaiasa introduces herself to the KS staff and speaks about her hopes for the future of the school.

Kahu Kordell Kekoa goes over some instructions with the students who will do the scripture readings for the Welcome Ceremony.

Campus Head of School Earl Kim escorts new principal Sheena Alaiasa and her husband Norris to the Welcome Ceremony.

The blowing of the pū signals the start of the ceremony.

All stand as staff members chant the oli, "Na Kini Pua Lei Mamo Hawai'i."

A group of high school students chant the oil, "Ku Akea Na Kamalei."

Students read scriptures from Joshua and John.

Assistant Head of School Debbie Lindsey gives welcoming remarks.

Head of School Earl Kim makes introductory remarks.

Kahu Kordell Kekoa speaks directly to new principal Sheena Alaiasa about the responsibility that she will be assuming.

The symbols of the Kamehameha Schools are presented.

Kahu asks the Lord to bless the Alaiasa family.

The end of the ceremony is signaled by the blowing of the pū.

Friends, staff and students congratulate new principal Sheena Alaiasa.