April 26, 2023
E hoʻomaika'i to Kamehameha Schools Maui Māhele Luna 9-12 haumāna on another successful and excellent ʻAha Mele. Ka Papa Pili, Ka Papa Laua'e, Ka Papa Makaloa a me Ka Papa Kou each performed a mele showcasing Ke Ao Nani ... our Beautiful World!
At the end of the night, it was a split decision, with both the juniors (Ka Papa Makaloa) and seniors (Ka Papa Kou) earning two honors.
Award Recipients:
Ka Lei A Pauahi Director's Award, Māhie Pualeiakali'aaloha Dean, Ka Papa Kou
Ka Hulu Kūpuna ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi Award, Ka Papa Makaloa
Ka Maka O Ka Ihe Class Award: Ka Papa Kou
Ka Malu O 'Aʻapueo This Year's Choice Award, Ka Papa Makaloa
Māhie Dean and her fellow haumāna Ka Papa Kou celebrate after winning the class and director's award