Kamehameha Schools was founded by the will of Bernice Pauahi Bishop, the great-granddaughter of Kamehameha the Great.
Teachers educate and inspire students, instilling in them the ‘ike and confidence to achieve their highest aspirations. In honor of National Teacher Appreciation Day, Kamehameha Schools leaders share messages of heartfelt gratitude with you, for what you do today and every day.
To see the difference you make in the lives of our haumāna, read words of aloha from nā pua a Pauahi as they honor their most inspirational kumu.
567 South King St.
Honolulu, HI 96813
(808) 523-6200
‘Āina and community
Kamehameha Schools’ policy is to give preference to applicants of Hawaiian ancestry to the extent permitted by law.



