search logo

News archive

April 7, 2026

Severe weather alert: Storm update #1

Ke Kula ʻo Kamehameha is closely monitoring the severe weather approaching Hawaiʻi. The safety and well-being of our haumāna, ʻohana and employees remain our top priority. At this time, all Ke Kula ʻo Kamehameha campuses, preschool sites and offices will remain open tomorrow, Wednesday, April 8, 2026.

See story »
April 7, 2026

Mālama Ola Minute: The safety plans behind every game

Kamehameha Schools Maui athletic trainer Erin Barnett shares how emergency planning in sports helps protect students on and beyond the field.

See story »
April 6, 2026

Nā Hīmeni Kalikiano: Trusting in God

KS cultural consultant Hauʻoli Akaka leads nā kahu in their rendition of “Aloha Pū Mai Iāʻu,” a Hawaiian Christian hymn about trusting in God’s care and provision.

See story »
April 1, 2026

New poʻo kula appointed for Kamehameha Schools Kapālama

CEO Jack Wong shares manaʻo about Dr. Kaiwipunikauikawēkiu Punihei Lipe, who has been appointed as the next poʻo kula of Ke Kula ʻo Kamehameha ma Kapālama.

See story »
March 27, 2026

KS Alumni honored at PBN’s 2026 Women Who Mean Business in Hawai‘i

Four distinguished Kamehameha Schools Alumni were recognized as Pacific Business News’ “Women Who Mean Business” honorees, an acknowledgment that celebrates outstanding leadership, professional excellence, and community impact across Hawaiʻi.

See story »
March 24, 2026

KS Hawai‘i haumāna visit Oxford

This past summer, six Kamehameha Schools Hawai‘i haumāna spent five weeks in Oxford, England, studying and working on projects elevating Hawaiian culture at the Pitt Rivers Museum. 

See story »
March 23, 2026

Mele Hoʻoheno: The meaning and history of “Kaʻiulani Aliʻi”

Discover the origins of “Kaʻiulani Aliʻi,” a classic mele about the beloved princess that blends history, poetry and aloha.

See story »
March 22, 2026

Severe weather alert: Storm update #2

All Kamehameha Schools campuses and offices will reopen Monday after improved weather conditions, while K-12 students remain on Spring Break and the community continues supporting those affected by recent storms.

See story »
March 20, 2026

Severe weather alert: Storm update #1

Ke Kula ʻo Kamehameha Kapālama and our preschools and offices on Oʻahu have closed today, March 20, 2026, due to the storm. Our Maui Resource Center has also closed.

See story »
March 19, 2026

Probate Court selects Eric Yeaman as Ke Kula ʻo Kamehameha Trustee

Eric Yeaman has been selected by the state Probate Court as the newest member of Ke Kula ʻo Kamehameha’s Board of Trustees.

See story »
March 18, 2026

Ke Kula ‘o Kamehameha earns multiple state titles in winter sports season

Ke Kula ‘o Kamehameha had an incredibly successful winter sports season, earning numerous team and individual state titles.

See story »
March 17, 2026

Nā Hīmeni Kalikiano: Paddling forward in faith

Kahu Manu Naeʻole KSK’96 from Kamehameha Schools Kapālama leads this month’s mele and pule with “Hoe a Mau,” a hymn encouraging us to paddle forward in faith.

See story »
March 16, 2026

Mālama Ola Minute: Getting a head start on health forms

Kamehameha Schools medical assistant Julie Riveira explains why submitting school health forms, physicals and immunizations helps students start the school year ready to learn.

See story »
March 15, 2026

Severe weather alert: Kona storm update #5

Ke Kula ʻo Kamehameha offices will reopen on Monday, March 16, 2026 while campuses remain on normal Spring Break operations.

See story »
March 13, 2026

Severe weather alert: Kona storm update #4

All Kamehameha Schools campuses, preschools, and offices across Hawaiʻi are closed on March 13, 2026 due to the ongoing Kona storm, with further updates expected on March 15 regarding reopening plans for March 16.

See story »
March 12, 2026

Song Contest postponed to May 1 due to severe weather

Due to severe weather, the 106th Annual Song Contest has been postponed. We hope you will join us on the new date, Friday, May 1, 2026, when our haumāna will take the stage to share this year’s powerful mele honoring Ke Aliʻi Pauahi.

See story »
March 12, 2026

Severe weather alert: Kona storm update #3

Ke Kula ʻo Kamehameha campuses, preschool sites and offices on Kauaʻi, Oʻahu, Molokaʻi and Maui will be closed tomorrow, Friday, March 13, 2026. At this time, Hawaiʻi Island campus, preschools and offices will remain open tomorrow.

See story »
March 12, 2026

Kamehameha III celebration moves to royal lands of Hawaiʻi Island

The annual tribute to Kamehameha III returns to Keauhou, featuring cultural activities and music at Hāpaialiʻi Heiau.

See story »
March 11, 2026

Severe weather alert: Kona storm update #2

All Ke Kula ʻo Kamehameha campuses, preschool sites and offices will remain open tomorrow, Thursday, March 12, 2026. We will continue to closely monitor conditions and follow the guidance of government emergency officials, with the safety and well-being of our haumāna, ʻohana and staff as our highest priority. If circumstances change, campuses, preschools or office sites will communicate any operational updates directly with their communities.

See story »
March 10, 2026

Kalihi-Pālama preschoolers learn to ʻauamo kuleana in their kaiāulu

Keiki from KS Preschools Kalihi-Pālama welcomed Honolulu Police Department officers and K-9s, learning about kuleana and safety.

See story »
March 5, 2026

106th Kamehameha Schools Song Contest centers Pauahi’s legacy

At its 106th annual Song Contest, Kamehameha Schools Kapālama students will debut four original compositions honoring Ke Aliʻi Bernice Pauahi Bishop.

See story »
March 3, 2026

Kamehameha Schools Hawaiian opera heads to Hilo stage

Kamehameha Schools Hawaiʻi revives its original Hawaiian opera before taking the production to Scotland’s Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

See story »
Feb. 19, 2026

A conversation with Victor Tran, planning and development manager, Kamehameha Schools

Victor Tran, a planning and development manager at Ke Kula ʻo Kamehameha, helps guide long-term planning for Maunalua’s commercial lands, supporting decisions that reflect both community needs and the mission of Kamehameha Schools.

See story »

 < 1 2 3 4 >  Last ›

Kawaiaha‘o Plaza

567 South King St.
Honolulu, HI 96813
(808) 523-6200

KS Hawai‘i

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

KS Kapālama

1887 Makuakāne St.
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 842-8211

KS Maui

275 ‘A‘apueo Pkwy
Pukalani, HI 96768
(808) 572-3100

Kamehameha Schools’ policy is to give preference to applicants of Hawaiian ancestry to the extent permitted by law.

Scroll to top