Hānai i ke keiki, ola ka lāhui

Over 20 years ago, the Kamehameha Schools Children's Chorus captured hearts on the original Lilo & Stitch soundtrack. Now, they return, singing alongside Iam Tongi and Mark Kealiʻi Hoʻomalu, for the new live-action Lilo & Stitch soundtrack!Here's a sneak peek of our haumāna led by Kumu Lynell Bright alongside other artists and @kamehamehakapalama 2010 alumnus and screenwriter Chris Kekaniokalani Bright in the studio bringing aloha and mele to the next generation of Disney fans. 💙🎬 Lilo & Stitch hits theaters today, May 23!Mahalo nui @academyofhawaiianarts for creating this video. #repost#LiloAndStitch #IMuaKamehameha #Disney

He lālā wau no kuʻu kumu. Haumāna shine with the support of exceptional kumu. At Kamehameha Schools, our kumu work tirelessly to help keiki strive for excellence, becoming the next generation of ʻōiwi leaders and changemakers who will build a brighter Hawaiʻi. Rooted in their culture and guided by strong values, our haumāna carry forward the vision of Ke Aliʻi Pauahi.

Mahalo nui e nā kumu! 💙🤍 #KumuAppreciationWeek #MahaloKumu #IMuaKamehameha #ʻŌiwiLeadership

Our kumu do more than teach-they inspire, guide, and uplift the next generation of ʻōiwi leaders. For Kumu Appreciation Week, haumāna from across our three campuses and preschools share heartfelt messages of mahalo for the kumu who have shaped their learning journeys. From ʻike Hawaiʻi to hands-on learning and everyday encouragement, our kumu help us grow in knowledge, culture, and aloha. Mahalo nui e nā kumu for your wisdom, your patience, and your unwavering belief in our haumāna. 💙🤍

⬇️ Help us celebrate by sharing a shoutout or a message of mahalo for your favorite kumu in the comments below! #KumuAppreciationWeek #MahaloKumu #IMuaKamehameha #ʻŌiwiLeadership

A strong connection to ʻāina powers our communities, perpetuates our culture and provides future generations with lessons they can carry forward. When we care for ʻāina, we care for one another.Our partners at the Hawaiʻi Wildfire Management Organization will lead a live webinar on May 6 at 5:30 p.m. to equip families with essential strategies to prepare for the dry summer season. From land management to evacuation plans, the webinar will help ʻohana with wildfire readiness and resilience. Visit hwmo.org/ready-set-go for more information.