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Nov. 6, 2024

Our Kaiāulu Votes advocacy efforts offer opportunities for students to get civically engaged

Haumāna learn more about the kuleana they will soon be able to exercise by voting and encourage others in our community to do so.

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Nov. 6, 2024

Get tickets for Between The Lines, our 2024 HS Fall Musical

Between the Lines is an empowering and enchanting new musical for any of us seeking to find our place in the world. Three performances November 14-16.

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Nov. 6, 2024

ʻOhana Coffee Hour Sessions this month

Reminder: Sign-up by 11/8 to join us for a special coffee hour session to learn more about ʻŌiwi Edge learning experiences for your keiki.

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Nov. 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.

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Nov. 4, 2024

Mālama Ola Minute: Creating calm and connection during the holidays

Discover how keiki and mākua can navigate holiday stress, set healthy boundaries and foster joyful family connections.

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Oct. 29, 2024

ʻŌpio make their voices heard on why civic engagement matters

Twelve student leaders from across our pae ʻāina engaged in a Hawaii New Now panel discussion around topics or importance.

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Oct. 28, 2024

Haumāna preview their Spotlight Now episode

Two of our students will host a special student edition of Spotlight Now airing Tuesday, October 29 at 1 p.m. on K5.

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Oct. 25, 2024

KHON’s Cover2 highlights the dedication of a KSH student on the field and in the community

Check out a great segment on junior Eli Mercado and his work on the field and in the community to perpetuate the practices of our kūpuna

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Oct. 22, 2024

Youth panel will tackle tourism, outmigration and voting

Haumāna will lead a live town hall on HI Now Daily, addressing key issues and urging audiences to embrace their kuleana to vote.

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Oct. 14, 2024

K-12 ʻOhana Fall 2024 Pulse Survey

To our K-12 ʻohana, please take a moment to complete our Fall 2024 Pulse Survey. Your voice is critical in how we plan moving forward.

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Oct. 14, 2024

Pink out for Pauahi this Wednesday (10/16)

On the day of her passing, our kula haʻahaʻa will wear pink to raise awareness for breast cancer and celebrate the legacy of Princess Pauahi.

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Oct. 11, 2024

Native food crops, other plants poised to take root on KS’ lands in Lahaina

A part of Kamehameha Schools’ reimagination of its Kuʻia lands is already beginning to take shape ma waena, just above the Lahaina Bypass. That’s where native trees and food crops are about to be planted on a one-acre parcel, with plans to add more food trees on an adjoining parcel in 2025.

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Oct. 7, 2024

Watch the 2024 Band Fall Pops Concert

See highlights from the show and get the link to watch a replay of the full 2024 Fall Pops Concert.

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Oct. 7, 2024

High School’s Aloha Giving Campaign for 2024 underway

Students can purchase wristbands for dress up days this year (Halloween and Winter Week) for $3 or 3 cans of food benefitting charitable efforts.

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Oct. 7, 2024

College tours provide incredible exposure opportunity

This Fall Break, 50 high school students are participating in one of two different college tours to better inform their future decisions.

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Oct. 4, 2024

Seniors can now apply for Poʻo Kula Scholarship and others

Kaʻiwahoʻokelewaʻa can begin applying for a number of college scholarships, including the prestigious Poʻo Kula Scholarship.

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Oct. 3, 2024

Students are encouraged to report any issues that make them feel unsafe

Over the last four weeks, we’ve highlighted our See Something, Say Something effort which we believe will make our kula a safer place as everyone takes accountability for the kuleana of safety. Mahalo!

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Oct. 1, 2024

Former band members sought for a special concert next year

Kamehameha Hawaiʻi is looking to put together our first-ever alumni band for a special concert on 2/20/25. Interested former players can sign-up now.

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Oct. 1, 2024

Mālama Ola Minute: A parent’s playbook for supporting student-athletes

Parents can positively support their student-athlete by modeling good sportsmanship, focusing on effort and respecting the coach’s role.

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Sept. 30, 2024

Recognizing our Operations Staff

Kula Haʻahaʻa shared their appreciation for our grounds, maintenance, and custodial staff this morning.

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Sept. 26, 2024

Empowering the next generation: Highlights from the 2024 Native Hawaiian Convention

The Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement’s 2024 Native Hawaiian Convention brought together nearly 200 youth from our three campuses, along with students from more than 25 other schools, for an enriching experience on Hawaiʻi Island.

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Sept. 25, 2024

Alumni Presence: 2010 graduate Keliʻi Kekuewa highlighted in a Ka Wai Ola series

The current assistant offensive line coach’s story is highlight in the OHA series about native Hawaiians living on the continent.

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Sept. 25, 2024

Evaluators needed for Senior Expo on December 9 & 10

An authentic audience is sought to help in delivering feedback for our class of 2025 seniors on their senior capstone projects.

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Sept. 18, 2024

Students, education leaders share manaʻo at CNHA conference

Students and educational leaders share their insights about participating in the Council of Native Hawaiian Advancement conference.

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Sept. 16, 2024

Reminder: Get your financial aid application fee waived for next school year

A fee waiver is available for all families if you complete your application by Oct. 31

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Sept. 13, 2024

See Something, Say Something encourages accountability

Safety is the top priority at Kamehameha Hawaiʻi and everyone has an important role to play in keeping our school safe.

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Sept. 13, 2024

Keauhou Community Day to hold mālama ʻāina activities at Keauhou Bay, pā‘ina at Keauhou Shopping Center 

To honor the spirit of mālama ʻāina and aloha ʻāina, Keauhou Shopping Center, The County of Hawai’i and Kamehameha Schools are hosting the second annual Keauhou Community Day on Sept. 28.

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Sept. 11, 2024

See Something, Say Something highlighted this month

For your awareness, here is why there’s a See Something Say Something message displayed on campus.

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Sept. 9, 2024

From Kamehameha Schools to kula nui: Scholarships empower Hawaiian students

Three recent graduates reflect on how the educational and financial support they received has empowered them to pursue higher education and careers dedicated to giving back to their communities.

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