October 16, 2024
Ryan Mahelona KSK’91 becomes third Native Hawaiian to achieve rank of rear admiral
Through his 33-year career in the U.S. Navy, Ryan Mahelona KSK’91 has developed a vast knowledge and understanding of computer network engineering and cybersecurity and the new rear admiral lower half will serve as deputy commander for the Tenth Fleet – the Navy’s cyber and space arm.
Our Oral History Project kicked off one month ago, and our response rate is maika‘i!
Alumni who are still receiving email or postcards, please respond! If you prefer, you can update your own record as well as include a story or upload photos by using the project dashboard. Each alumni has their own unique link, please contact our office at alumni@ksbe.edu, and we can send you your personalized link. You will not have to call in to update, and the emails and postcards will no longer be sent. Please remember, our collection period will continue until March 28, 2025.
UPDATES (as of 10/29/24):
Respondents 4,180 | Respondents who would 97 % | Total Stories 2,896 |
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| New | Verified |
Emails | 526 | 3,483 |
Job Titles | 2,052 | 1,486 |
Employer Names | 1,779 | 1,393 |
Business Addresses | N/A | 679 |
Business Phone Numbers | N/A | 277 |
Home Addresses | 530 | 3,579 |
Home Phone Numbers | 2,232 | 649 |
Cell Phone Numbers | 2,434 | 1,289 |
*As a reminder: none of the alumni data collected will be published, this is for internal use only to update the alumni database.
We hope you will join us in sharing your great memories of your time at Kamehameha — Song Contest, boarding, proms, athletics, performing arts, lifelong friendships, lūʻau, and reunions — all of the memories and experiences that helped shape who you are today. This is an opt-in project, your participation is your choice, and if you choose not to participate you will be removed from the oral history project contact list.
Here are Frequently Asked Questions from our external vendor regarding the project.
Here are samples of the email and postcards you may receive.
Check back here for additional updates as they become available. Please direct any questions to alumni@ksbe.edu. Mahalo in advance for your time and manaʻo!
Mahalo nui loa to the 1,000-plus alumni who generously shared their time and insights for the ʻAʻaliʻikūmakani Study. The survey, which closed on Oct. 18, was a success thanks to the thoughtful participation from alumni in classes ending in 4s and 9s. Your contributions set a high standard for future cohorts!
Hoʻomaikaʻi to each class for earning a mahalo makana for their KS Class Scholarship Fund! We’re excited to share that five classes unlocked our highest donation tier of $2,000. The class of 1989 led the way with an amazing 57% response rate.
Winners of the 25 KS Warriors swag bags were contacted recently—congratulations. Visit our study website to see your class’ final ranking. Please stay in touch with us as we continue the study in 2025 with classes ending in 0s and 5s. Mahalo!
November 13, 2024
From Hawaiʻi to Europe, Kamehameha students share aloha ʻāina
Kamehameha Schools’ Ambassadors of Aloha ʻĀina traveled through Europe, retracing the footsteps of aliʻi and deepening their connection to Hawaiian culture.
November 6, 2024
KS in the news: Hundreds of ʻōpio inspire voter participation at ‘Walk to the Box’ events
KS is making waves with accessible scholarships, indigenous farmers and entrepreneurs, and outstanding alumni.
November 4, 2024
KS Kapālama girls upset ʻIolani to claim DI state volleyball crown
The Kamehameha Schools Kapālama Warriors girls volleyball team upset number one seed ʻIolani to win the New City Nissan/HHSAA Division I State Championship. It’s the 25th state title in program history.
The Kamehameha Schools alumni ‘ohana is made up of more than 28,000 Warriors worldwide representing a hui of Hawaiian learners who have been uplifted by Pauahi’s legacy of giving.
With guidance from the Office of Advancement and in collaboration with KS’ three campuses, alumni association, class representatives and other community partners, the Alumni Relations Office offers a rich set of programs and events to help alumni stay connected and engaged with their alma mater and each other.
Our goal is to strengthen our alumni ‘ohana and give them opportunities to serve their communities with their time, talent, and treasure.
Kamehameha Schools Director of Advancement and Executive Director of the Pauahi Foundation Pono Ma'a KSK'82 shares some of the great efforts happening as his team engages with alumni and advancement partners, and celebrates the positive work happening in our communities and around the world.
KSAA has 15 regions throughout Hawai‘i and the continental United States. Membership in the Alumni Association is granted upon graduation. Contact your local region to connect with fellow alumni in your area.