Dec. 8, 2025
Every December 19, our campuses, communities and ʻohana gather to honor Ke Aliʻi Bernice Pauahi Pākī Bishop, whose vision continues to guide and protect opportunities for Native Hawaiian learners. Since 1888, this tradition has bound generations in gratitude, but this year it carries added meaning as we lift our voices to reaffirm the kuleana she entrusted to us.
Join us in celebrating her legacy and standing together at these Founder’s Day ceremonies.
Hawaiʻi Island
KS Hawaiʻi – Keaʻau campus
Koaiʻa Gymnasium
Friday, Dec. 19
9:00 – 10:00 a.m. HST
*Invitation only, tickets required
Tune in to the livestream
Alumni Founder’s Day
Friday, Dec. 19
Starts at 6:00 p.m. HST
William Charles Lunalilo Center – Keaʻau campus
Open to all KS alumni, students and ‘ohana
Maui
KS Maui – ʻAʻapueo campus
Friday, Dec. 19
Starts at 8:45 a.m. HST
Kaʻulaheanuiokamoku Gymnasium
*Limited seating available
Tune in to the livestream
Oʻahu
KS Kapālama campus
Friday, Dec. 19
8:30 – 9:15 a.m. HST
Kekūhaupiʻo Gymnasium
*Invitation only
Tune in to the livestream
Kawaiahaʻo Church
Friday, Dec. 19
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. HST
Special guests: Kamehameha Schools class of 1976