Events – Programs – Announcements

E HELE MAI! Come join us during Blocks 3, 4, and 5 for our Nā Meʻe Kaulana Series of speakers on May 1, May 12, and May 14. Lipoa Kahaleuahi will talk about the collaborative, community based, trades program, Ma Ka Hana Ka ʻIke of Hāna, Maui of which she is the Executive Director. Uncle Palani Sinenci will speak about his journey of becoming a master builder of kūkulu hale and uhau humu pōhaku. Our panelists Palikapu Dedman, Clare Apana, and Keoni Alvarez will present their work of the protection of ʻiwi kūpuna. All are invited!

Poetry Slam Open Mic on April 1st

Celebrate the power of words in National Poetry Month this April. Join us at the Charles Reed Bishop Learning Center on April 1st during lunch (11:45 pm-12:05 pm) to listen to open-mic performances. Bring your lunch, take a seat with friends, and enjoy the creative flow of poetry, songs, and heart. Whether reciting your favorite poem, jamming to your song, or cheering on your classmates, this event is about pilina, creativity, and having a good time. Sign up for a slot by using the QR code on the poster or the link to perform your individual or group performance. Add your voice to the magic. Google Form link: https://forms.gle/vo16VdS4EqE3puKD6

8th Grade E Ola! Problem Solving, Innovation and Creativity

Papa ‘ewalu came to visit the high school learning center on January 26th and 27th with Kumu Kau’i Podlewski to discuss her life’s journey connected to E Ola! Learner Outcomes: Problem Solving, Innovation and Creativity. Kumu Kau’i gave her examples of how she continued her educational journey at Kamehameha Schools Maui and how she uses her innovation and creativity in her work at the Charles Reed Bishop Learning Center. She let the haumāna know that she persevered to earn her associate’s degree through a pilot program with Kamehameha Schools and Leeward Community College, despite hardships in her life. Yet she continued to complete her bachelor’s and is now working on her master’s because the students at Kamehameha Schools inspire her to be better.

Kīpuka for Kealiʻi Pauahi

After four years of collaboration with students and kumu at Kamehameha Schools Maui Campus, a kīpuka is complete. Kumu Kau’i Podlewski started this project in September 2022 to honor Ke Ali’i Pauahi’s vision for Kamehameha Schools, and it was completed in November 2025. This kīpuka symbolizes the three campuses that are embraced by Princess Pauahi’s passion for educating her people. Mahalo to Kumu Ketra Arcas, Kumu Kui Gapero, Kumu Brook Holderbaum, Kumu Kahau Veincent, and the haumāna from these classes for completing this long-term project.

E Ola Pauahi

As a collective, the librarians from Kamehameha Schools tri-campus have put together the Ola Pauahi libguide to inform, support, and defend Ke Aliʻi Pauahi, her kauoha, and Hawaiʻi nei.  E kōkua mai ʻoukou! Share the libguide with the greater lāhui Hawaiʻi as a means to strengthen this movement. Also join in visiting www.ksbe.edu/ola-pauahi for current updates. He inoa no Pauahi!