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Hawaiʻi Congressional Delegation leads resolutions honoring Hawaiian History
The Hawaiʻi congressional delegation introduced resolutions in both chambers, designating September 2026 as Hawaiian History Month, and reaffirming the Federal trust responsibility to the Native Hawaiian Community.
County Department of ʻŌiwi Resources grant applications to be accepted July 31-Aug. 31, 2026
The County announced its Department of ʻŌiwi Resources grant applications open July 31 through Aug 31, 2026. The average award is expected to range from $25,000 to $50,000. New Kūikawā Grants max request $2,500 for FY2027. An informational webinar is scheduled for Aug 11 at 11 a.m.
Hawaiian language public pre-K classroom now open at Hāna Elementary School
Hāna Elementary School’s new pre-K classroom is rooted in Hawaiian values and language. The new classroom brings the total number of the Executive Office on Early Learning Hawaiian language public preschool classrooms in the state to four.
Hawaiian Moment — some frequently mispronounced words in ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi
Kiawe – Lilikoʻi – Haʻikū Kiawe – (often times pronounced as Keawe) – Is a species of mesquite tree. It is a thorny tree, native to Colombia, Ecuador and Peru. While threatened in its native habitat, it is considered an invasive species in many other places. The kiawe is a spreading bush or moderately sized […]
New bills provide Hawaiian language and culture-based learning to county employees
The Maui County Council gave final approval Friday to legislation providing Hawaiian language and culture-based learning for county employees in partnership with University of Hawaiʻi – Maui College. The bills also implement requirements to include ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi in official documents pursuant to Charter Section 13-17.
New Hawaiian Language apps launched: Revolutionary literacy tools from theʻAha Pūnana Leo
ʻAha Pūnana Leo announced the release of their first iOS educational app, Ka Hakalama me Pākaʻa, a groundbreaking language tool designed to revolutionize the teaching and learning of the Hawaiian syllable chart. ‘Aha Pūnana Leo’s Kīpaepae app was designed to be used as a supplement to in-person Hui Kīpaepae ‘ohana classes or as a standalone practice tool for any learner of ‘ōlelo Hawai‘i.
UH: Innovative mele, lineage at heart of Hawaiian language play
The University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa Department of Theatre and Dance and Kennedy Theatre will premiere “Puana” this fall, a hana keaka (Hawaiian Theatre) production that delves into the spiritual connections between Kānaka Maoli (Native Hawaiians) and their kūpuna (ancestors) through the power of song. Performed primarily in ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi (Hawaiian language), the play also commemorates the 10th anniversary of UH Mānoa’s Hawaiian Theatre program.
Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke reaffirms commitment to Hawaiian language learning
The Lt. Governor started her visit by greeting students in Korean and sharing with them her own language experiences and stressing the value of speaking the language of one’s culture.
Haleakalā National Park seeking Hawaiian Immersion teacher for paid summer program
Haleakalā National Park is seeking a K-12 Hawaiian Immersion teacher to participate in the Teacher-Ranger-Teacher Program during the summer of 2022.
Historic $1 Billion secured for Native Hawaiian projects and initiatives
The Native Hawaiian Legislative Caucus’ priorities included addressing the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands waitlist, settling the Kalima Case, and planning the Mauna Kea Stewardship and oversight authority.
HDOT to use Hawaiian diacritical marks on new and replacement highway signs
In conjunction with the end of Mahina ‘Ōlelo Hawai‘i (Hawaiian language month) in February, the Hawai‘i Department of Transportation announces Hawaiian names and words on new or replacement highway signs shall include kahakō and ʻokina in conformance with Hawaiian language resources. This policy is effective immediately.