My Hawaii: Kekaha, Kauai, Hawaii
Kekaha, Kauai, Hawaii
Kekaha Kauai, Hawaii
Even though the stacks don't smoke anymore, Kekaha will not be forgotten as one of the most advanced Sugar Mill in Hawaii.
60 seconds in Kekaha, Kauai
Kekaha Beach Park Kauai, Hawaii
Surfs up at the west coast beach park of Kekaha in Kauai, Hawaii! Check out the slo-mo air time wipe out at the end.
Music Bikini Beach used under royalty free license from Pond5 (Item #9435409)
Kauai Fishing Charter
Best deals on the Ultimate Hawaii Adventure, Kauai Fishing Charter. This is some of the best deep sea sport fishing you will ever do. Click on the link below.
At least 5 whales dead in mass stranding on Kauai’s south shore
Wildlife officials are looking into the beaching of several whales and the deaths of at least five on Kauai’s south shore.
INSIGHTS ON PBS HAWAI‘I: The Hawaiian Language | Program
Ka ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, the Hawaiian language, once forbidden in schools and nearly lost, is flourishing again in these Islands. In 1978, it became the official state language along with English. It lives in song, in books, in the daily lives of Hawai‘i residents and in schools dedicated to perpetuating native culture. On the next INSIGHTS, we’ll discuss the Hawaiian language with guests Christopher Kaliko Baker, Assistant Professor, Kawaihuelani Center for Hawaiian Language, University of Hawaiʻi, Mānoa; Manu Boyd, kumu hula, musician, Cultural Consultant at Kamehameha Schools; Kamalei Krug, a graduate of the DOE’s Hawaiian Language Immersion Program; and Amy Kalili, Director at Mokuola Honua Global Center for Indigenous Language Excellence.
Ni'ihau people ask state for help with local fisheries
An unprecedented call for help from the Forbidden island: the Niihau people ask the state to save their fisheries-- and their culture.
HIKI NŌ: Ke Kula Niihau O Kekaha Public Charter School | Promo Thurs., Oct. 24, 7:30
TOP STORY:
Archers to Art
Students from Ke Kula Niihau O Kekaha Public Charter School on Kaua`i tell the story of how their school’s archery program evolved, through a process of creative problem solving, into an activity that creates wildly colorful, spontaneous works of art. Student archers decided to place balloons onto the traditional archery targets with the intent of having the arrows burst the balloons. The wind caused the balloons to move around, so the students filled them with water to anchor them in place. They decided to replace the water with paint, and laid cardboard down to keep the paint from messing up the surrounding area. Noticing the colorful designs the splattered paint created, they replaced the cardboard with watercolor paper. Thus was created this innovative genre of painting.
ALSO FEATURED:
Waimea’s Rain Rock
Students from Hawai`i Preparatory Academy Middle School in the Waimea district of Hawai`i Island tell the story of a legendary rain rock which was said to have saved Waimea from a devastating drought.
Student Poet
Students from Kaua`i High School in Līhu`e tell the story of a young poet who uses creativity to battle depression.
Jiu Jitsu Preacher
Students from Kamehameha Schools Maui Middle School in Pukalani tell the story of a martial arts school that is also a place of worship.
How to Care for an Abandoned Baby Bird
Students from Ī`ao School on Maui show us how to nurse an abandoned baby bird back to health.
Betty Santoki
Students from Farrington High School on O`ahu introduce us to a Class of 1962 Farrington graduate who has dedicated her life to keeping Japanese traditions alive in her community.
Suburbia
A student at H.P. Baldwin High School on Maui shares her inner-most thoughts about becoming a filmmaker in a personal video essay.
This episode of HIKI NŌ is hosted by students at Montessori School of Maui in Makawao.
PBS Hawaii - HIKI NŌ Episode 516 | Hosted by Four Rural Schools on Hawaii Island | Full Program
Premiere Airdate: April 24, 2014
This special edition of HIKI NŌ is being hosted by four brand new, remotely-located, rural schools on Hawaii Island: Kua o ka La Public Charter School-Milolii Hipuu Virtual Academy in Milolii; Kanu O Ka Aina Learning Ohana in Waimea; Kau High School in Pahala; and Volcano School of Arts & Sciences in Volcano. Students from each of these Hawaii Island schools will present short vignettes on what makes their school and community unique. We'll also get a behind-the-scenes look at the on-site HIKI NŌ training workshops held at each of the schools.
Also Featured:
Students from Punahou School on Oahu tell the story of Beebe Freitas, a classical and musical theatre icon in Hawaii; students from Island School on Kauai tell us why the Garden Isle is one of the best places in the world to study the behavior patterns of the albatross; students at Aliamanu Middle School on Oahu report on the sometimes tough transition from elementary to middle school; students from Saint Francis School on Oahu reveal their cafeteria supervisor's secret identity as a stuntman; and students at Mid-Pacific Institute on Oahu tell the amazing story of a Waikiki street performer who integrates live painting into his act.
PBS Hawai‘i - HIKI NŌ 10/24/19 | Ke Kula Niihau O Kekaha | Archers to Art
Students tell the story of how their school’s archery program evolved, through a process of creative problem solving, into an activity that creates wildly colorful, spontaneous works of art. Student archers decided to place balloons onto the traditional archery targets with the intent of having the arrows burst the balloons. The wind caused the balloons to move around, so the students filled them with water to anchor them in place. They decided to replace the water with paint, and laid cardboard down to keep the paint from messing up the surrounding area. Noticing the colorful designs the splattered paint created, they replaced the cardboard with watercolor paper. Thus was created this innovative genre of painting.
Hawaiian Language Takes Center Stage at United Nations
New York City, New York – February 3, 2019 – President Maria Espinosa of the General Assembly of the United Nations held a High-Level Meeting at the UN Headquarters in New York on February 1, 2019 to launch the 2019 International Year of Indigenous Languages (2019 IYIL). Hawaiʻi’s Amy Kalili took to the podium to represent ʻAha Pūnana Leo’s Mokuola Honua: Center for Indigenous Language Excellence in her capacity as the Pacific Region Representative on UNESCO’s 2019 IYIL Steering Committee.
The 2019 International Year was declared by the United Nations General Assembly in order to draw attention to the critical loss of indigenous languages and the urgent need to preserve, revitalize and promote indigenous languages and to take further urgent steps at the national and international levels.
The launch of this International Year marks an auspicious occasion for international indigenous language advocates who have spent years of diplomacy and determination getting the year declared. “We come with humility as your guests to this great house to speak on behalf of 370,000,000 indigenous peoples around the world,” affirmed prominent First Nations leader of Canada, Grand Chief Edward John in addressing the United Nations General Assembly.
Hawaiʻi’s indigenous language - ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi - was once itself near the brink of extinction with less than 30 speakers under the age of 18 only a short 35 years ago. Thanks however to family- and community-driven efforts like the ʻAha Pūnana Leo and other agencies and institutions, the use of Hawaiian language is on the rise again, with an estimated 25,000+ speakers today, and the Hawaiian language movement has become a model for indigenous language revitalization.
Amy Kalili noted that, “[o]ne of the greatest benefits of this distinguished bodies’ declaration of this 2019 International Year of Indigenous Languages is the opportunity for us to come together, learn what our collective global indigenous lāhui or nation is doing to address and reverse language loss and capitalize on this platform to speak to a global community about the continued importance, relevance and capacity of our ʻōlelo ʻōiwi, our indigenous languages.”
The UNESCO Action Plan for the 2019 IYIL includes a range of activities, from hundreds of events being planned worldwide on the community level to global conferences as well as a robust communications and information platform anchored by the official website and a social media campaign around #IndigenousLanguages. For more info, visit en.iyil2019.org.
HIKI NŌ Episode #1009 – Skater Kyra Fukumoto and other stories | Program
TOP STORY
“Skating for the Islands”
Students from Moanalua High School on O‘ahu introduce us to figure skater from Moanalua High School, senior Kyra Fukumoto. She pursues her passion despite limited resources on the island, including only one ice rink. She is very proud of being from Hawai‘i and looks forward to representing the islands in her career as a figure skater. Kyra does not view the Olympics as a realistic goal for her. Instead, she plans to graduate from college and become a professional skater.
ALSO FEATURED
–Students from Kalāheo High School in Windward O‘ahu explain the complexities of funding and preparing lunch at the state’s public schools.
–Students from Island School on Kaua‘i show us how to make a traditional haku lei.
–Students from Mid-Pacific on O‘ahu spotlight the comeback of Hanafuda, a traditional Japanese card game.
–Students from Ke Kula Niihau O Kekaha Public Charter School on Kaua‘i profile a native Niihau woman who struggles with a major career decision that will impact the future of the Niihau dialect and culture.
–Students from Connections Public Charter School in the Hilo district of Hawai‘i Island take a look back at the late Hawaiian slack-key guitar master Cyril Pahinui’s dedication to music education.
–Students from Kalani High School in East O‘ahu profile a young tie-dye designer who is inspired by 1960s culture.
This episode of HIKI NŌ is hosted by students from Maui Waena Intermediate School in Kahului, Maui.
HIKI NŌ: Archers to Art and other stories | Program
TOP STORY:
“Archers to Art”
Students from Ke Kula Niihau O Kekaha Public Charter School on Kauaʻi tell the story of how members of their school’s archery program created, through a process of problem solving, an activity that produces wildly colorful, spontaneous works of art. Student archers decided to place balloons onto the traditional archery targets with the intent of having the arrows burst the balloons. The wind caused the balloons to move around, so the students filled them with water to anchor them in place. They then decided to add paint to the water, and laid cardboard down to avoid messing up the surrounding area. Noticing the colorful designs the splatters created, they replaced the cardboard with watercolor paper. Thus was created this innovative genre of painting.
ALSO FEATURED:
“Waimea’s Rain Rock”
Students from Hawaiʻi Preparatory Academy Middle School in the Waimea district of Hawaiʻi Island tell the story of a legendary rain rock which was said to have saved Waimea from a devastating drought.
“Student Poet”
Students from Kauaʻi High School in Līhuʻe tell the story of a young poet who uses creativity to battle depression.
“Jiu Jitsu Preacher”
Students from Kamehameha Schools Maui Middle School in Pukalani tell the story of a martial arts school that is also a place of worship.
“How to Care for an Abandoned Baby Bird”
Students from Īʻao School on Maui show us how to nurse an abandoned baby bird back to health.
“Betty Santoki”
Students from Farrington High School on Oʻahu introduce us to a Class of 1962 Farrington graduate who has dedicated her life to keeping Japanese traditions alive in her community.
“Suburbia”
A student at H.P. Baldwin High School on Maui shares her inner-most thoughts about becoming a filmmaker in a personal video essay.
This episode of HIKI NŌ is hosted by students at Montessori School of Maui in Makawao.
PBS Hawaii - INSIGHTS: What Role Does Hawaiian Language Play in Our State?
The Hawaiian Renaissance brought about a resurgence in Hawaiian language more than three decades ago. Despite the strides gained in bringing awareness to the indigenous language, English remains the primary language for business, government and education. Moderator Mahealani Richardson will ask, What role does Hawaiian language play in our state?
Insights on PBS Hawaii is a live public affairs show that is also available online through live streaming. We want to hear from you! Your questions and comments are welcome via phone, email, Twitter or live blogging. You may also email your questions ahead of time to insights@pbshawaii.org
PBS Hawaii - HIKI NŌ Episode 802 | Full Program
TOP STORY
Students from Hawai‘i Preparatory Academy in Waimea on Hawai‘i Island tell the amazing story of their school’s “Come Fly With Me” program that teaches middle school students how to pilot actual helicopters. The program takes students from classroom instruction (where they learn about the different parts of a helicopter and what they do) to actual flight-time. From the experience, students learn the value of remaining calm under pressure and how to think on their feet. The program is also used to get students to think about aviation as a possible career path.
ALSO FEATURED:
–A student from Wai‘anae High School in West O‘ahu tells the very personal story of how her father, who lost his leg in a motorcycle accident, copes with intense pain every day.
–Students from Seabury Hall Middle School on Maui feature a local teacher/writer who brings Hawai‘i’s plantation days back to life on the printed page.
–Students at Hawaii Technology Academy on O‘ahu demonstrate how to tie a bow-tie and, as a result, add some flair to one’s wardrobe.
–Students at Ke Kula Niihau O Kekaha Public Charter School on Kaua‘i tell us of their school’s special relationship with Saint Thomas University in Minnesota. And students from Hawaii Mission Academy on O‘ahu introduce us to the grandson of one of the most beloved Hawaiian cultural icons of all time: Mary Kawena Pukui.
PBS Hawaii - HIKI NŌ Episode 106 | Hosted by Ke Kula Nihau O Kekaha PCS | Full Program
Premiere Airdate: April 11, 2011
This sixth episode of HIKI NŌ will be hosted by Ke Kula Niihau O Kekaha Public Charter School in West Kauai in their native Niihau dialect, with English subtitles. Stories from reporting schools will be in English. Students from Saint Francis School in Manoa on Oahu will pose the question—can grandmothers learn the ins and outs of Facebook? Students from Kapolei High School in West Oahu will tell the story of a football player’s amazing comeback. Students from Kealakehe High School in Kailua-Kona on Hawaii Island will show how education is much more than reading, writing and arithmetic; and students from Punahou School in Makiki on Oahu will report on the dangers of cellphone use while driving. Other schools reporting include Kaimuki Middle School (Kaimuki, Oahu), Hana High and Elementary School (East Maui), and Connections Public Charter School (East Hawaii Island).
2015 Native Hawaiian Education Summit - Nā Hopena A‘o
A bonus panel at the Native Hawaiian Education Summit 2015 brought together members of the Keaomālamalama to answer questions about the thought process and outcomes expected from this gathering.
Panelists:
- Mahina Paishon Duarte
- Cheryl Lupenui
- Dr. Keiki Kawai‘ae‘a
- Kau‘i Sang
- Dr. Walter Kahumoku, III
- Kamoa‘e Walk
Moderated by Dr. Kalehua Krug.
Keaomālamalama—the 2015 Native Hawaiian Education Summit— took place over two days from July 20-21, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Ka‘iwakīloumoku Hawaiian Cultural Center at Kamehameha Schools Kapālama Campus.
The summit was an opportunity for attendees to interact with speakers, panelists, and peers from various communities and entities on topics related to the forward movement of Hawaiian education.
Last year, summit participants ratified two goals—to advance ‘ōlelo Hawai‘i expectations and practices and to actualize and increase the use and practice of ‘ike Hawai‘i. Both goals will be used to reinforce the vision that in 10 years, kānaka will thrive through the foundation of Hawaiian language, values, practices and wisdom of our kūpuna and new ʻike to sustain abundant communities.
This year’s summit took steps towards making progress to achieving two goals—‘Ōlelo Hawai‘i and ‘Ike Hawai‘i--and defining what success should look like for Native Hawaiians in the future.
For more information, visit
INSIGHTS ON PBS HAWAI‘I: Maui Mayor | Kaua‘i Mayor
In a special two-hour edition, INSIGHTS will assemble leading candidates in two major Mayoral races.
–At 8:00 pm, it’s the forum for Maui County Mayor. Voters on Maui, Moloka‘i and Lāna‘i will elect a new Mayor for the first time in eight years. Current County Councilmembers Elle Cochran and Don Guzman and former Councilmember Mike Victorino are among the candidates who want the job.
–In the second hour, beginning at 9:00 pm, the forum features candidates for Kaua‘i County, where voters will elect a new Mayor for the first time in a decade. County Councilmembers Derek Kawakami, Mel Rapozo, JoAnn Yukimura and County Parks Director Leonard Rapozo are among candidates running for this office.
Parlametrics: Hawaiian
Hawaiian ('Olelo Hawai'i, 'Olelo Hawai'i Makuahine) -- Polynesian language family -- Hawaii
From the Parlametric series of sound recordings in the Alan Lomax Collection: T5224 R02, recorded on 4/25/1972, 1/4 wide magnetic audio tape, 7 reel, 7.5 ips, recording by Samuel Elbert. (Note: It has been suggested that the actual interviewer is Larry Kimura, and that this is from Ka Leo Hawaiʻi, a radio program in the 70s and 80s interviewing native speakers hosted by Larry Kimura; this is perhaps the fourth or fifth show in that program; and the two interviewees are both from Niʻihau.)
This is a recording from Alan Lomax's Parlametrics collection ( which is comprised of recordings made by linguists from around the world as well as by Alan Lomax himself.
Through a collaboration with The Long Now Foundation's Rosetta Project ( the original reel-to-reel tapes were digitized, cataloged, and are now available through multiple online sources. The original notes that accompanied the tapes were at times incomplete, indefinite, illegible or missing. Because of this, the language in this recording may have been misidentified. If you notice a mistake please help us by sharing your knowledge and leave a comment.