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Job Name: FHIB-22491 Size/colour: Trim: 9.7" x 10"; 4C Pub: Ka Wai Ola o OHA Pub Date: July 2011 message from Follow us: /oha_hawaii | Fan us: /officeofhawaiianaffairs | Watch us: /user/OHAHawaii ‘aukake2011 3 the ceo Aloha mai ka¯kou, On July 6, Governor Neil Abercrombie signed into law a bill formally rec- Native Hawaiian Roll Commission and the Hawaiian community in moving ognizing Native Hawaiians as the only indigenous, aboriginal, maoli people this effort forward. of Hawai‘i. We encourage all Hawaiians to get involved in the state recognition This historic action by the state is a significant step forward for Native process. Though our long-term goal is to achieve federal recognition for Hawaiians in the nation-building process. The new law serves as a catalyst for Native Hawaiians, state recognition will help to prepare us for that. creating a Native Hawaiian governing entity as we continue to move toward federal recognition. Qualified Native Hawaiians and Native Hawaiian organizations can take part right now by nominating individuals to serve on the commission. At the Office of Hawaiian Affairs, we see this new law as a complement to We urge your participation in the nomination process. The com- our efforts to enable Native Hawaiians to create a better future for themselves. mission will be composed of one person from each county And we stand ready to assist the five-member Native Hawaiian Roll Commis- and one at-large. To nominate an individual, please visit sion, whose members will be appointed by the Governor, and whose responsi- the Boards and Commissions section on the Governor’s bility will be to prepare and maintain a roll of qualified Native Hawaiians. web site at www.hawaii.gov/gov. Nominations are due by Aug. 5. Let your voices be heard. The Office of Hawaiian Affairs will fund the commission and it will be attached to OHA for administrative purposes only. Me ka ‘oia‘i‘o, In addition to working with OHA, the commission will work with Hawaiian organizations throughout the state and the Nation. In 2004, OHA established Kau Inoa, “to place your name.” The establishment of a roll was viewed by the community as the critical first step in the nation-building process. Act 195 makes reference to OHA’s previous efforts Clyde W. N¯amu‘o to begin the self-determination process. We are committed to work with the Chief Executive Officer

mea o loko table of contents ‘Aukake | August 2011 | Vol. 28, No. 8 Clyde W. Na-mu‘o Chief Executive Officer Richard Pezzulo MO‘OLELO NUI | COVER FEATURE ¯ Chief Operating Officer KuLIA I KA NU‘U | NATIVE HAWAIIANS AT THE TOP OF THEIR GAME Community Relations Field of Dreams Page 18 Denise Iseri-Matsubara By Stacy Kaneshiro Community Relations Director Leadership with aloha page 16 Former University of Hawai‘i second baseman and By TREENA SHAPIRO Communications Kamehameha-Hawai‘i graduate Kolten Wong Lei Fountain Communications Manager is working to prove himself in the pros A former finalist for Kamehameha Schools Lisa Asato Trustee, Keali‘i Lopez opted to serve in Communication Specialist Photo: Treena Shapiro the Abercrombie administration to make a John Matsuzaki HO‘ONA‘AUAO | EDUCATION Communication Specialist difference for all people of Hawai‘i Francine Murray The Achieving the Dream initiative is Communication Specialist MO‘OMEHEU | CULTURE Media Relations & Messaging surpassing its goals Page 5 Garett Kamemoto By Kekoa Enomoto Pacific voyagers sail across cultures Page 21 Manager Harold Nedd The community-colleges program excels in providing access to By Lynn Cook Public Relations Specialist higher education for Native Hawaiians 7 canoes bring brave explorers to Hawai‘i shores from distant

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convention that will lead to self-governance. State Sen. Brickwood Galuteria, Chairman Landmark law grants state of the Hawaiian Affairs Committee, reflected on how the Legislature passed the landmark bill that represents “a commitment to acknowledge the first people of Hawai‘i while preserving recognition of Hawaiians the diversity that has made Hawai‘i home to so many.” Galuteria said that toward the end of session, fiscal constraints threatened passage of the bill. At the eleventh hour, the Office of Hawaiian Affairs stepped forward and offered its kökua. As Galuteria describes, OHA Chairwoman Colette Machado agreed without hesitation to fund the Native Hawaiian Roll Commission. “And that, my dear family, was the moment of To restore sovereignty. That was indeed self-determination,” pono and Galuteria said. ea, Native OHA’s funding commitment got the bill Hawaiians through conference committee and was passed by the Legislature with only one “no” vote in the will achieve Senate. self- Machado clarified OHA’s position at the governance, ceremony, noting the state recognition act is after which a legislative initiative that OHA has agreed to the assets of support. The roll commission will be attached OHA will be to OHA for administrative purposes only, she emphasized. transferred Gov. Neil Abercrombie signs Senate Bill 1520 into law at a signing ceremony at Washington Place, home of Hawai‘i's last She added, however, that OHA is grateful to to the new reigning monarch, Queen Lili‘uokalani. - Photo: Ed Morita, Office of the Governor be part of the nation-building process and ready governing to contribute in a way that is helpful but not entity. intrusive. By Treena Shapiro move in concert with federal recognition, which Machado acknowledged the protestors who would give Native Hawaiian status similar to stood outside the Washington Place gates, holding historic bill signing ceremony at that afforded to American Indians and Native signs and chanting in opposition to the state law. Washington Place July 6 brought Alaskans. “No matter what we do, it’s never satisfactory, Native Hawaiians a step closer to self- The federal Native Hawaiian Government but we must aloha them,” she said. determination and serves as a powerful Reorganization Act, awaiting U.S. Senate floor Machado praised the passage of the state demonstration of what Native Hawai- consideration, would set forth a process for recognition bill: “Since Rice v. Cayetano in Aians can do when they work together. Hawaiians to establish their own governing 2000, this is the clearest position the state has Approximately 150 people gathered to watch entity. taken to reaffirm Native Hawaiian rights and Gov. Neil Abercrombie sign Senate Bill 1520 Although Akaka could not leave Washington, entitlements already established in the state’s into law, many of whom have spent decades D.C., he sent a statement applauding the bill Constitution,” she said. “This also sends a clear fighting for formal recognition of Native signing: “The enactment of this bill is yet another statement to the federal government to endorse Hawaiians as a sovereign entity. example of Hawai‘i’s ongoing desire to recognize the recognition of Native Hawaiians as the “The Legislature has found that the state the unique contributions and traditions of the indigenous people of Hawai‘i and support Native has never explicitly acknowledged that Native Native people in our state,” he wrote. “Native Hawaiian self-governance.” Hawaiians are the only indigenous, aboriginal, Hawaiian values shape our sense of identity, The bill signing was particularly moving for maoli population of Hawai‘i. With the signing our sense of aloha for one another and our sense state Sens. Clayton Hee and Malama Solomon, of this bill, that will be taken care of. The of what is pono, what is just.” Throughout the who have both spent more than three decades acknowledgement, with regard to the indigenous state’s legislative session, Akaka and his staff advocating for restoration of native rights. people of Hawai‘i, will be accomplished,” provided guidance and support, as well as “No Pacific island experienced colonization Abercrombie said, before putting his signature assurance that Hawai‘i’s law would support his at a greater loss than Hawai‘i. The loss of the on what is now officially Act 195. efforts in Congress. language was the loss of the identity. The loss of Signing the bill at the home of Hawai‘i’s last U.S. Sen. Daniel Inouye, also in Washington, the identity was the loss of our dignity,” said Hee, reigning monarch Queen Lili‘uokalani brought D.C., added, “It is right, just, and long overdue.” who spoke of the obligation to “the first nation to full circle the events that have occurred since The new law establishes a five-member Native of this land.” the Hawaiian government was overthrown in Hawaiian Roll Commission. The commission, Solomon, who helped open and close the 1893 through reaffirmation of Native Hawaiians’ appointed by the Governor, will create and ceremony, contributed to a written narrative and right to self-governance, Abercrombie and others maintain a roll of Native Hawaiians qualified to offered a personal statement: “Hawaiians are observed. participate in organizing a governing entity. This The state’s recognition law is intended to roll, when published, is intended to facilitate a See state recognition on page 10 Follow us: /oha_hawaii | Fan us: /officeofhawaiianaffairs | Watch us: /user/OHAHawaii ‘aukake2011 5

Shaping UH into a model At community colleges, indigenous-serving institution

A 20-year ‘Dream’ initiative excels educator who led the national multiyear More Hawaiians graduating, enrolling, Achieving the Dream initiative transferring to bachelor's programs at Windward Community College during his tenure as Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs there, has been named Associate Vice President of Student Affairs for the University of Hawai‘i system. “It’s a very exciting time to be Native Hawaiian,” said Lui Hokoana, who ascended to his new post May 20. His wide-ranging responsibilities include involvement with a group of Native Hawaiian faculty members mandated “to look at what does a model indigenous-serving institute look like,” he said. After two group meetings, Hokoana said three themes emerged: Hawaiian-language preservation; leadership and Native Hawaiians within the university system; and developing an educational system that addresses needs of the lähui (nation) – issues in Waimänalo, Wai‘anae and other largely Native Hawaiian communities. The faculty group is revisiting a 1985 Ka‘ü Task These recent spring graduates are beneficiaries of Achieving the Dream and the Ke Ala ‘Ike Native Hawaiian Excellence Program Force report that made recommendations on how at Leeward Community College. - Photos: Courtesy of the University of Hawai‘i the university better could serve Native Hawaiians in ethnic studies, outreach, faculty representation and other categories. By Kekoa Enomoto data to drive change and to close achievement “From 1985 until now, representation of Native gaps. Hawaiians on the faculty has grown by 100 percent. ore Native Hawaiian students are The Achieving the Dream initiative in Hawai‘i However, we’re still only 7 percent of the faculty, so graduating from all seven isle com- has exceeded its fourth-year goals, showing there’s still more work to do in that area” when one To maximize munity colleges and continuing increases for Native Hawaiians in the areas of considers there are 14,000, or 23.5 percent, Native on to four-year degree programs, graduation from community colleges, transferring Hawaiians in the whole university system, he said. choices of thanks in part to the Office of to bachelor’s-degree programs, enrollment and The task to indigenize UH is akin to the life and work, dissertation he wrote when attaining a doctorate in MHawaiian Affairs. financial aid awarded. Native OHA made a five-year, half-million- The Achieving the Dream annual report education from the University of Southern California a year ago. The-140 page document titled “Native Hawaiians dollar commitment, culminating next year, released last May presented statistics for Native Hawaiians and College Success – Does Culture will gain to the Achieving the Dream initiative being Hawaiian students at the University of Hawai‘i Matter?” is online at http://bit.ly/q5fTAf. implemented in the University of Hawai‘i Community Colleges, as follows: knowledge Also, Hokoana helped establish two breakthrough and excel in Community College system. In addition, the º>> The number of Native Hawaiians initiatives on his native Maui – Hälau A‘o Kamehameha Schools donated an average of transferring to baccalaureate programs within alternative-education program in public schools, educational $78,000 annually for five years to the initiative, the UH system was up 32 percent. and Pünäwai afterschool program aimed at opportunities according to program officials. >> Enrollment more than doubled from 4,614 homeless students. Both programs still operate at at all levels. “We have solid data that it’s working,” Lui Native Hawaiians enrolled in 2006, to 9,374 Lahainaluna High School and Queen Lili‘uokalani Hokoana said about Achieving the Dream, in 2010 — a 103 percent hike over a four-year Children’s Center, respectively. which he spearheaded at Windward Community period. Hokoana feels those efforts and his current College while Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs >> 3,304 Native Hawaiians received $15.85 mission to indigenize UH serve Native Hawaiians at that campus. million in financial aid in 2010 compared to and non-Hawaiians alike. “A really good part of Achieving the Dream is 1,738 receiving $6.14 million in 2007, a 90 “With the progression in my career, I am finally using data to measure the effect of a program,” percent increase in the number of recipients and at a place where I have an understanding of how he said. a 158 percent jump in amount awarded in a three- to implement change and not only empower Native Thus, educators involved in the national, Hawaiians, but truly empower all students,” he multiyear Achieving the Dream initiative use See ACHIEVING on page 11 said. —Kekoa Enomoto 6 ‘aukake2011 www.oha.org/kwo | [email protected] native hawaiian » news | features | events

said Kamaka. “I avoid taking out loans because they are like a boat anchor when you graduate – OHA scholarships support they weigh you down. I appreciate OHA’s help because the scholarship is like a canoe’s sail moving me forward.” Another OHA scholarship recipient is Camellia nontraditional students “Cammy” Hamakua-Napoleon on Moloka‘i. Hamakua-Napoleon graduated from high school Leeward community colleges, and in 1976 and a degree was in her future. She student achievement is monitored. attended a Minnesota university but returned The program assists students with home when her grandmother became ill and college applications, financial needed 24/7 care. Life moved on. She married, aid, scholarship searches and got a job and raised a family, but her desire for a admissions. degree haunted her. In 2008, Hamakua-Napoleon Nontraditional students meet launched her college career and today has an one or more of the following associate degree in Hawaiian Studies. The next criteria: They are a single parent, step is earning a bachelor’s degree. have some college or university credits, work “I appreciate OHA’s help because 35 hours or more per week while enrolled, are the scholarship is like a canoe’s sail financially independent for moving me forward.” purposes of determining eligibility for financial —Charles Kamaka, Big Island resident aid, may have dependents such as children, and have delayed “OHA’s scholarship will help offset college enrollment after finishing high expenses,” said Hamakua-Napoleon. “I love to school. Scholarship recipients learn and combined with my life knowledge, I are full- or part-time students am successful regardless of my age. Also, my attending any two- or four-year current employer is encouraging me to get more degree granting institution of education as advancement preparation.” higher education in Hawai‘i or the Scholarship recipients must perform 15 continental United States. hours of community service in the Hawaiian Camellia Hamakua-Napoleon, who graduated from high school in 1976, recently Charles Kamaka, a Big Island community. “The community service must received her associate degree. Her next goal is to earn a bachelor's degree, and resident, was recently awarded an benefit an agency, organization or individual that a scholarship from OHA is helping her offset college expenses. - Photo: Courtesy OHA scholarship. He is pursuing can’t afford the services the student is offering,” of Camellia Hamakua-Napoleon a bachelor’s degree in agriculture. said Davidson, of Liko A‘e. Kamaka graduated from high Kamaka and Hamakua-Napoleon are already By Cheryl Corbiell school in 1971, joined the Painters Union and planning their community-service options. received a contractor’s license. He married and Kamaka wants to mälama ‘äina, and he looks To maximize uition, textbooks and living expenses can raised a family. However life went off track with forward to doing lo‘i restoration on the Big Island. choices of be daunting financial challenges for any inappropriate choices and he was incarcerated Hamakua-Napoleon has volunteered for years life and work, student seeking post-high school educa- for 10 years. In today’s tight economy, finding with Hawaiian-immersion classes when students Native tion. They can be even more daunting a job is not easy, and a prison record makes a are preparing for a music competition, and she’ll Hawaiians for older students who may be returning job search daunting. Kamaka saw education as a continue to give back in that arena. “This keeps will gain toT school to complete their degrees, have depen- path to a new life. me in touch with Hawaiian education, and it is dents and work full-time. That is why OHA has “I was overwhelmed returning to school, my privilege to coach a Hawaiian-immersion knowledge dedicated $100,000 in scholarship funds to help but my philosophy is to look forward, not class,” said Hamakua-Napoleon. and excel in nontraditional students who are Native Hawaiian backward. Living is doing something productive, Ho‘ona‘auao – Education is one of OHA’s educational achieve their educational goals. and education is productive,” said Kamaka. six Strategic Priorities. OHA’s grant to Liko opportunities “The OHA grant will assist up to 50 more “Education is like a paint brush which is a A‘e Native Hawaiian Scholarship Program is at all levels. students who might not have had a chance to painter’s tool. An individual has to learn to use helping increase the number of Native Hawaiians apply to any other funders in the beginning of the tool. Education is providing me with new who graduate from post-secondary institutions. the year,” and a record number of applicants tools and knowledge for the rest of my life.” Kamaka and Hamakua-Napoleon are two have applied, said Malia Davidson, Statewide Kamaka will be starting his third semester in nontraditional students who have dreams of Director of Liko A‘e, which administers the August as a full-time student. completing their post-secondary education and funds through its Native Hawaiian Scholarship He was encouraged by the Liko A‘e Native are doing so with a little help along the way.  Program. Scholarships were awarded in July. Hawaiian Scholarship Program to apply for the OHA partnered with the Liko A‘e Native OHA scholarship after his previous scholarship Cheryl Corbiell is an Instructor at the Hawaiian Scholarship Program because it is applications were denied. “The scholarship University of Hawai‘i Maui College-Moloka‘i based at University of Hawai‘i Maui College money is not free. Going to school is work and and a reading tutor at Kaunakakai Elementary with satellite centers at Hawai‘i, Kaua‘i and the scholarship funds are like the paycheck,” School. Follow us: /oha_hawaii | Fan us: /officeofhawaiianaffairs | Watch us: /user/OHAHawaii ‘aukake2011 7

help increase the rates of Hawaiians going to college. He says Native Hawaiians having a voice in DOE reform Hawaiians comprise 26 percent of the school’s student body of 1,600, By Lisa Asato and that number has been steadily school, keeps students in school and the DOE.” students entering the UH system increasing in recent years. Next ith the state Depart- engages them in their school work,” The Hawaiian council’s work have to take remedial courses summer, the school will move into ment of Education she said. aligns well with OHA’s role as before they can begin taking credit its new campus in Kapolei, which reaping $75 mil- The Hawaiian an Advocate courses. will be able to lion in federal Race council will hire for Native The lagging accommodate to the Top funds to staff, provide Hawaiians. It educational 3,600 students Wreform the system and improve edu- funding and also aligns well achievement in and be nearer cational achievement of students design an action with the agency’s the Wai‘anae and to the Wai‘anae statewide, key Hawaiian organiza- plan for the Strategic Result Ka‘ü areas is at- Coast than its tions have come together to help the DOE, which to improve tributed in part current Pearl City DOE vastly improve Native Hawai- will replicate standardized test to “the challeng- campus. ian achievement in two of the state’s Matayoshi successful efforts Awakuni scores of Native Pezzulo ing social and Ka‘aihue “We want to lowest-performing areas. from the zones Hawaiians, Pezzulo economic situation be the destination The two areas designated as across the school system. said. That in turn helps support in these communities,” Matayoshi of choice for students along the “zones of school innovation” Richard Pezzulo, OHA Chief Op- another Strategic Result of OHA’s said. The Ka‘ü Complex has 83 per- Wai‘anae Coast,” Awakuni said. are the Nänäkuli and Waianae erating Officer, is a member of the – to increase graduation rates from cent of students receiving free and “Our responsibility is to ensure we complexes, including Mäkaha, on council, as is OHA Chief Knowl- post-high institutions. reduced lunch, an indicator of low have a point of access where students the Leeward Coast on O‘ahu and edge Officer Dr. Mälia Ka‘aihue. “The two are closely tied family income. In Wai‘anae, it’s 72 can come in at the university level, the Ka‘ü, Kea‘au, Pähoa complexes “We’re creating a model on how together because if you can improve percent. feel comfortable and thrive.” on Hawai‘i Island. The two zones to bring the stakeholders together performance in high school, the UH-West O‘ahu Chancellor Awakuni said the Native have high concentrations of Native to strategically plan based on data,” benefits will be seen in success in Gene Awakuni, a member of the Hawaiian Educational Outcomes Hawaiian students – comprising 61 said Ka‘aihue, a former educator. college,” he said, adding that a big Hawaiian council who has worked Council will work to help percent and 46 percent of the student “All the right people are at the table problem OHA researchers have in education for three decades, said enrollment, respectively. that can impact Native Hawaiian found is that many Native Hawaiian he will be recommending ways to See DOE on page 25 The advisory group, known as the communities that have buy-in or Native Hawaiian Educational Out- kuleana to the Native Hawaiian comes Council, is made up of repre- community. Supposing this model sentatives from the Office of Hawai- works, this is something that can ian Affairs, state Department of Ha- be duplicated in other school zones Hawaiian Studies waiian Home Lands, Kamehameha or with other initiatives outside Schools, Queen Lili‘uokalani Trust, education.” at Windward Community College Papa Ola Lökahi, University of Ka‘aihue compares the collective Hawai‘i-West O‘ahu, Native Ha- effort around Race to the Top to waiian Education Council and The the kind of collaboration that made Learning Coalition. the Achieving the Dream initiative In Hawai‘i, Native Hawaiian stu- possible. That program, aimed dents lag behind their peers in pro- at improving access to higher ficiency in reading and math, gradu- education for Native Hawaiians, is ation rates and the number of stu- being undertaken with great success dents who go to college. The goal, by the UH community colleges with as spelled out in the state’s Race to the help of OHA and Kamehameha the Top application, is to reduce the Schools. (Read more about the Native Hawaiian achievement gap initiative on page 5.) by half by 2014 and eliminate it by While it’s too soon to discuss 2018. strategies for the two zones of “This is a new working relation- innovation, Ka‘aihue said a priority ship, and I believe it is unprecedent- of the council is to work closely with ed,” Schools Superintendent Kath- the Superintendent to ensure that the ryn Matayoshi said. “It is based on a communities there receive the best mutual desire to focus on the Native services from the DOE. “One of Earn a Certi cate in Hawaiian Studies Hawaiian students and eliminate the the things that the Superintendent Prepare for a career in education, the visitor industry, or in elds University of Hawai‘i achievement gap between the Na- has committed to is providing high- requiring expertise in Hawaiian subject matter. Choose from tive Hawaiian and non-Hawaiian speed wireless access to all of the Windward three areas of focus: Language, History/Culture, or Science. 1907 students.” schools in the innovation zones Community College The aim is to produce “culturally first before the rest of the state,” Classes start August 22. De ne Your World with Us appropriate supports for Hawaiian Ka‘aihue said. “(The council) keeps To apply, call 235-7432 or visit windward.hawaii.edu. students that ensures students attend the innovation zones a priority for 8 ‘aukake2011 www.oha.org/kwo | [email protected] OHA in the community native hawaiian » news | features | events Recognition

Serving beneficiaries with aloha DoD working with Hawaiians on policy at the Prince Lot Hula Festival Five years in the making, the U.S. Department of Defense Native Hawaiian Consultation Policy is a combined effort by the military in Hawai‘i, OHA and other Native Hawaiian organizations with the intent to further improve DoD The 34th annual Prince Lot Hula Festival attracted thousands to the lush green Moanalua Gardens on July 16, Native Hawaiian consultation, communication and relations. OHA assisted David Sanborn, DoD Senior Tribal Liai- where attendees enjoyed noncompetitive performances by a dozen of the state’s premiere ha¯lau hula, as well as son and his team with a series of community meetings to present the policy, which is expected to be signed by the traditional art demonstrations and crafts. During the opening, master of ceremonies Kimo Kahoano thanked the cor- Defense Secretary in August. Pictured at a presentation at OHA in July are, from left: Tim Johnson, OHA Washing- porate sponsors, including the Office of Hawaiian Affairs, directed people to the OHA booth for more information ton, D.C., Bureau Chief; June Cleghorn, Marine Corps Base Hawai‘i Cultural Resources Manager; Shannon Shy, DoD and sang OHA’s chant, “Na¯ ‘O¯iwi ‘O¯lino.” Manning the OHA booth was Kaimo Muhlestein, seen here with benefi- Legal Adviser; Martha Ross, OHA Special Assistant to the CEO; Haunani Apoliona, OHA Trustee; David Sanborn and ciary Nana Kawasaki-Jones. – Photo: Francine Murray Len Richeson, Project Manager. – Photo: Francine Murray

for Humanity for homestead housing and renovation; Hale Pömaika‘i for a recovery OHA Board meets with Moloka‘i residents facility; Ka Honua Momona for küpuna interviews; Moloka‘i Middle and High By Cheryl Corbiell rector Leslie Tanoue, Moloka‘i Program described the group’s position on the pro- School for computers and a video-con- Specialist Edmund Pedro and supporters posed Big Wind project and how it would ference system; Kalama‘ula Homestead he Office of Hawaiian Affairs highlighted their multiservice contract impact Moloka‘i’s rural community and Association for park renovation; Moloka‘i Board Trustees, visiting Moloka‘i with OHA. In the six months ending in cultural, marine and natural resources. Community Health Center for renovation for its annual community meeting June, 2,469 clients have been served state- “We are for sensible renewable energy, and conversion of the former Pau Hana Inn there, attracted a crowd of more wide, including 168 on Moloka‘i, in the but only if we don’t have to become for a community health facility; Wiliwili than 100 people in an evening of areas of financial literacy and emergency- O‘ahu’s industrial wasteland,” said Helm. Surfboard Forest Project for native wiliwili thanksT and partnership with the island’s funds assistance, among others. “The land is needed for food production reforestation; and the annual Makahiki. residents. Nä Pu‘uwai Director William “Billy” because open space is dwindling on other The OHA Board of Trustees will hold The Külana ‘Öiwi Hälau was overflow- Akutagawa and Resource Development islands.” The OHA Trustees said they will meetings on Maui in August. The commu- ing and energized during 22 presentations Director Judy Mikami described the agen- look at renewable energy and impacts on nity meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, over four hours on July 20, as OHA grant cy’s new adult day care program, which all islands. Aug. 17, at 6:30 p.m. at Waiola Church, recipients, beneficiaries of services fund- provides enrichment day care for up to A proposed undersea cable would con- 535 Waine‘e St. in Lahaina. The Board of ed by OHA, and individuals with concerns 18 seniors per day. “Caring for an elderly nect O‘ahu to Moloka‘i and Läna‘i as an Trustees meeting will be held Thursday, took their turns at the microphone. family member is an economic dilemma interisland power transmitter. Aug. 18, at 9 a.m. at Kä‘anapali Beach Moloka‘i Steel Guitar ‘Ohana, which because it means someone leaves a job to In a legislative update to the communi- Hotel, Mana‘o Room, 2525 Kä‘anapali had received training and technical as- care for their loved one or the senior has ty, OHA Chief Advocate Esther Kia‘äina Parkway in Lahaina. For information, sistance at a grants workshop, entertained to live off-island in a care facility,” said shared with the crowd that a bill that would please call Roy Newton or Thelma Shi- the Trustees and residents with the reso- Akutagawa. “(The program) provides a have established a regulatory structure for maoka at the OHA Maui Office at (808) nating steel guitar classic “Blue Hawai‘i,” new option of a nurturing place for seniors the installation and operation of an under- 873-3364.  and youths from the OHA-funded Nä Pua on Moloka‘i.” OHA’s $100,000 grant in sea cable failed this year. No‘eau educational enrichment program, support of the program subsidizes the cost Other OHA-supported projects and Cheryl Corbiell is an Instructor at led by Mikiala Pescaia, chanted their of daily fees for Hawaiian seniors who programs gave their mahalo, including the University of Hawai‘i Maui Col- mahalo. can’t afford to pay. Moloka‘i’s Agriculture Fair; Festival of lege-Moloka‘i and a reading tutor at Alu Like Inc. Külia Like Interim Di- I Aloha Moloka‘i leader Kanoho Helm Aloha parade, contests, and music; Habitat Kaunakakai Elementary School. Ka MA¯la Pulapula ‘Aukake2011 9 youth corner Recognition Follow us: /enaopio G Youth shoots for the stars Education and three sisters. “Money was tight, but my parents taught us to always appreciate what we had,” said Foster. This G taught Foster resourcefulness. It also drives her to excel in academics and focus on her goals. A main goal is to complete College Resources medical school and serve others in need. Foster says, “Being Hawaiian comes with kuleana, and your actions set examples Are you thinking about higher education? for others.” Here’s a listing of programs at the 10 “When I first met Jasmine she was very shy and reserved but also very humble,” explains Kehau Kaho‘ohanohano, University of Hawai‘i campuses, in place to Foster’s former Hawaiian language teacher. assist you. Inspired by her teachers, the Kula, Maui, native now Jasmine Foster volunteers her time by helping athletes and third graders University of Hawai‘i-Ma¯noa tutors a student at reach their academic potential by offering free tutoring. Foster Native Hawaiian Student Services Pukalani Elementary recalls her first tutoring experience as being a little spooky. “I (808) 956-3805 School. - Photo: Courtesy remember feeling scared because I’m very shy,” says Foster. of Jasmine Foster She also volunteers at the Maui Memorial Medical Center, the Key Club and with Kamehameha Schools. Honolulu Community College Foster recently graduated from Kekaulike High School Native Hawaiian Center By Joe Ku¯hio¯ Lewis with a 4.0 GPA and is enrolled at the University of Hawai‘i. (808) 847-9805 OHA Youth Coordinator “My passion in life is to help others. It makes me feel good knowing that I made a difference,” Foster excitedly explains. Leeward Community College ighteen-year-old Jasmine Foster has devoted herself When asked if she has a message for her peers, she referred to bettering the lives of her peers and empowering her to a saying her uncle once told her, “Shoot for the moon Ha¯lau ‘Ike Pu‘uloa community through volunteer service. In the summer because even if you miss, you will be among the stars.”  (Native Hawaiian Student Services) of 2009, Foster was selected by the PA‘I Foundation’s (808) 455-0555 Ho‘oulu Project to study for four weeks at the pres- In recognition of our youth who make a positive Etigious Harvard Medical School. Inspired by her visit, she difference in our community, each month we will be Kapi‘olani Community College returned home with a passion to help others. featuring outstanding youth. If you would like to nominate Foster grew up in a large family, having six brothers a youth to be featured, please call (808) 594-1811. Ma¯lama Hawai‘i Center Joe Yoshida, (808) 734-9700 Rona Kekauoha, (808) 734-9554

Know the issue: METH – NOT EVEN ONCE Windward Community College Native Hawaiian Counselor Lokelani Kenolio ast month I attended the Hawai‘i as part of the project’s outreach and essential to fighting the meth epidemic Meth Project’s Wave 3 media education in middle and high schools. in our state. Two in 10 Hawai‘i teens, or (808) 235-7389 launch. Chills ran up my spine Hawai‘i’s ‘öpio have taken up the 19 percent, report that the drug would as I listened to a youth share challenge and are spreading the word be easy to get. One in 10 Hawai‘i West O‘ahu how meth use left her with – Not Even Once. teens, or 9 percent, report someone has Student Services Center Lkidney problems and required her to Teenagers around the state are offered or tried to get them to use the (808) 454-4700 undergo blood transfusions. Nina, a signing up to volunteer with the Hawai‘i drug. resident of the Bobby Benson Center, Meth Project. According to the 2011 Meth use can lead to high blood first started using meth when she was Hawai‘i Meth Use & Attitudes Survey pressure, heart and lung disease, Kaua‘i Community College 16. Her vivid testimony is a stark eye- released June 30, 70 percent of Hawai‘i paranoia, depression and sometimes Counselor Frances Dinnan opener for all of us. teens have told their friends not to use death. Breaking the cycle requires (808) 245-8381 Statistics from the Hawai‘i Criminal meth, up 11 points from 2009. support from the entire community. E Justice Center show that meth accounts “I think teens volunteer with the ho‘olaha ÿänö këia ÿölelo i nä ÿöpio, Maui College for the greatest number of drug charges Hawai‘i Meth Project because a lot mai hoÿäÿo iki – Let’s all tell our youth, in Hawai‘i. In 2009, 38 percent of those of us have friends or family who not even once! Academic Counseling arrested for meth charges were Native have used meth and we want to help The goal of the Hawai‘i Meth Project (808) 984-3306 Hawaiian. prevent it,” said Kelsie Ferguson, a is to reach every teenager in Hawai‘i What do you think would happen if Kamehameha Schools senior and with this message, but they need our Hawai‘i Community College you told just five people about how bad Hawai‘i Meth Project Teen Advisory help. You can contact the Hawai‘i Meth Student Support Center ice is, and then they told five people, and Council member. “Many teens also see Project at info@hawaiimethproject. those five told another five people? the difference we are making and want org or by calling (808) 356-8753 to (808) 974-7741 The Hawai‘i Meth Project asks to be part of it.” schedule a presentation in your school thousands of Hawai‘i teens to do this Prevention through peer outreach is or community. – Joe Kühiö Lewis  10 ‘aukake2011 www.oha.org/kwo | [email protected] native hawaiian » news | features | events

State recognition New state laws Continued from page 4 July 12 was the deadline for the Governor to either veto bills, sign them or let them become law without his signature. very different from the American tribes. We had a kingdom that was Below are the final outcomes of some bills that impacted Native recognized by the United States Hawaiians. and other nations around the world before the overthrow. HB 400 – OHA’s Biennium Budget (OHA Legislative Package) “Every generation of Native Bill Status: Enacted as Act 95 Hawaiians since the overthrow has Act 95 provides OHA with $2.37 million in state general funds struggled to be recognized as equals,” for each year of its 2011-2013 biennium budget. The general she added. “The new law recognizes funds are matched by $5.81 million in OHA trust funds each year. Hawaiians as equal partners and Our budget includes provisos for social services, educational sets out a procedure to organize enrichment programs and legal services and representation for ourselves that is grassroots driven. Six OHA officials participate in the bill-signing ceremony. From left are: state Sen. Malama Solomon, OHA Native Hawaiians. The power will percolate up from the Trustee John Waihe‘e IV, Trustee Rowena Akana, Trustee Oswald Stender, Gov. Neil Abercrombie, Trustee community, not from the top down. It Robert Lindsey, OHA Chairperson Colette Machado, Trustee Boyd Mossman and former OHA Trustee Roy SB 2 – Public Land Trust Information System establishes a process to let Hawaiians Benham. - Photos: Ed Morita, Office of the Governor set forth their goals and desires and Bill Status: Enacted as Act 54 define themselves. It begins to let the Act 54 directs the Department of Land and Natural Resources next generation realize their dreams. (DLNR) to coordinate with other state agencies, county agencies That’s what sovereignty means.” and OHA to develop an inventory of the lands in the Public Land Hee quoted King Kamehameha, Trust by Dec. 31, 2013. The act appropriates $360,000 from the “Imua e na pöki‘i. Inu i ka wai Land Conservation Fund over the next two fiscal years to support ‘awa‘awa, no ka mea. ‘A‘ohe hope the initiative. i ho‘i ai a hiki i ka lanakila!” and offered an English translation as HB 1164 – Sand Island Sale Study he urged those in attendance to rise together as one ‘ohana: “Go forward Bill Status: Enacted as Act 235 young warriors. We have drank Act 235 authorizes DLNR to consider selling or exchanging the enough of the bitter water. There state lands that comprise the Sand Island Industrial Park to the is no turning back until victory is current leaseholders of the land. OHA opposed this bill because securely in our grasp.” H.K. Bruss Keppeler, Rev. William Kaina and state Sen. Malama Solomon at Washington Place. In a joint Sand Island is not only ceded lands but also represents one of the Applications to be considered statement written for the occasion and provided to attendees, Keppeler and Solomon wrote that the legislation primary sources of revenue for DLNR. for the Native Hawaiian Roll was important for Native Hawaiians and all of the people of Hawai‘i. “For Ka¯naka Maoli, this measure is one Commission are due Aug. 5. More more important step in a very long and arduous journey toward justice,” they wrote. “Indeed, this journey HB 397 – Public Land Sale Amendments (OHA Legislative information is available at www. has taken more than the span of a single life. It has taken generations.” Package) hawaii.gov/gov.  Bill Status: Enacted as Act 169 Among those witnessing the historic signing by the Governor, center, were, from left: Sen. Malama Solomon, former Gov. John Waihe‘e, H.K. Bruss Kep- Previously, state law required state agencies to receive peler, Sen. Clayton Hee, Lt. Gov. Brian Schatz, Reps. Marcus Oshiro and Faye Hanohano, Sen. Brickwood Galuteria, Rep. Gil Keith-Agaran, Sen. Donovan approval from two-thirds of both the House and Senate for any Dela Cruz and OHA Chairperson Colette Machado. proposed public land sale or gift. Act 169 amends this process to give OHA additional time and information to assess whether the public lands proposed for sale are ceded lands.

SB 101 – Hand-pounded Kalo Bill Status: Enacted as Act 107 With the passage of Act 107, individuals who want to sell hand-pounded poi no longer need to prepare the poi in a certified kitchen and are not required to obtain certain Department of Health permits. OHA supported this bill because it would promote a traditional Hawaiian practice and create economic opportunities for Native Hawaiians.

SB 986 – Criminal Justice Task Force (OHA Legislative Package) Bill Status: Enacted as Act 170 Building on the momentum of OHA’s September 2010 criminal justice study, Act 170 creates a task force that focuses on early intervention to reach individuals before they are incarcerated. Follow us: /oha_hawaii | Fan us: /officeofhawaiianaffairs | Watch us: /user/OHAHawaii hawaiian ‘aukake2011 11 englisTHREEh FINALISTS SELECTED FOR M.R.C. Greenwood last year had KAMEHAMEHA SCHOOLS TRUSTEES introduced the Hawai‘i Gradua- tion Initiative aimed at increasing the number of college gradu- In March 2011, the Probate Court appointed a Trustee Screening ates in Hawai‘i by 25 percent by Committee to nominate three candidates from whom the Court will the year 2015. select one Trustee for Kamehameha Schools. One of Silva’s recent graduates, For the past four months, the Screening Committee solicited who benefited from Achieving applications from interested individuals, screened 74 candidates, the Dream courses, is set to enter a baccalaureate program at UH- reviewed each candidate’s vision statement and goals for the Trust Mänoa. Estate, conducted lengthy personal interviews with semi-finalists “I was an ’09 graduate of and their references, and conducted thorough background checks Wai‘anae High School and grad- of candidates. uated from Leeward Community After diligent review, the Screening Committee has determined College this past spring, in two that the following three finalists best meet the Court’s requirements years. I was really focused on doing something better,” said for a Kamehameha Schools Trustee. They possess a deep sense Samuel Barr, 20, noting he’s in of commitment and the ability to ensure Princess Bernice Pauahi the first generation of his family Bishop’s vision and legacy are perpetuated into the future. to earn a post-high-school degree. Anton C. Krucky At Windward Community College on O‘ahu, Achieving the Dream-related programs included Leeward faculty “helped us in tutoring, a predetermined sequence of classes and a Freshman Cohort to acquaint incoming transitioning to the university,” Lance K. Wilhelm students with the campus, faculty and student-life support programs. - Photo: Courtesy of Barr added. “They helped us set the University of Hawai‘i up applications to go to Mänoa, told us all the requirements T. Aulani Wilhelm needed to attend, ... let us ACHIEVING adjust efforts in order to realize know where to go, what to do The Court required candidates to demonstrate expertise student success. to keep on track and set us up in one or more of the following areas: Continued from page 5 A Central O‘ahu educator was with interviews with counselors • Business administration also excited about the fourth- and people in charge of each year period. year results of the Achieving the department. • Finance and investment Achieving the Dream- Dream initiative. “It’s really cool,” he said about • Strategic planning and policy setting related programs at Windward Fifteen-year community- such Achieving the Dream- • General areas of interest including education, law or Community College included college educator Auli‘i Silva, related support. governance First Year Experience courses who serves as Native Hawaiian But Thomas Kamuela Chun, As well as possess the following: providing developmental work in Student Support Coordinator at Director of the Achieving • A recognized reputation of integrity and good character math, English and other needed Leeward Community College, the Dream initiative, seeks to skills, and a Freshman Cohort, said, “For the first time I’ve seen redouble efforts so more Native • The capacity to fulfill the responsibilities of a fiduciary featuring a two-day camp to an opportunity for us to buy in, Hawaiian students like Barr can under trust law acquaint incoming students with in a systemic way, to a target graduate from isle community • Respect for and from the community the campus, faculty and student- population, which is the Native colleges and continue on to earn • Consistent and active leadership in the community with life support programs; a full- Hawaiian population, and really four-year degrees. specific emphasis on issues impacting the well-being of time predetermined sequence deliver concrete actions to close “Even though we exceeded our of classes; and post-lecture those achievement gaps” for goal, more work needs to be done the people of Hawai‘i tutoring. under-represented students. ... with the Hawai‘i Graduation • A formal education Also, Windward Community The Achieving the Dream Initiative,” Chun said. “For the • Outstanding personal traits including Hawaiian values College collaborated with the initiative had set forth goals state, that’s important for work- Kamehameha Schools to offer for the UH Community force development.”  a storefront at a Windward College system to increase the shopping mall to “do financial numbers of students, especially The public is invited to submit written comment and/or aid and college applications” Native Hawaiians, who On the ’Net: expressions of support for the candidates before 4:00 p.m. several days a week, Hokoana successfully complete remedial/ achievingthedream.org on August 30, 2011 to the following address: said. developmental courses and hawaii.edu/offices Trustee Screening Committee c/o Inkinen & Associates “At Windward Community “gatekeeper” courses, such as cc/dream.html 1003 Bishop Street, Pauahi Tower, College, there was no (extra) introductory math and English money in the state because of the courses; complete all courses Suite 477, Honolulu, Hawai‘i 96813 budget crisis. But we are able to with a grade of at least C; re- Phone: (808) 521-2331 • Fax: (808) 521-2380 • E-mail: [email protected] reallocate positions and money enroll at the colleges from one Kekoa Enomoto is a retired to implement these programs,” semester to the next; and earn copy editor and Staff Writer with The All public comments will be submitted to the Court for its he said, reaffirming an Achieving certificates and/or degrees. Maui News and the former Honolulu consideration in choosing one Kamehameha School Trustee. the Dream policy to use data to Moreover, UH President Star-Bulletin. The Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement Presents 10TH ANNUAL Native Hawaiian Convention Community Leaders & Solutions - Where Success Happens! Confirmed Speakers Sen. Daniel K. Akaka Sen. Daniel K. Inouye Rep. Colleen Hanabusa Rep. Mazie K. Hirono Gov. Neil Abercrombie Hawai‘i Lt. Gov. Brian Schatz Sen. BJ Cruz Convention Chair Colette Machado Chair Alapaki Nahale-a Kiran Ahuja Center Anthony Babauta Donna Gambrell Aug. 23 - 25, Jim Gray Irene Inouye 2011 Lilikala Kame’eleihiwa Julie Kitka Maya Soetoro-Ng Schedule of Convention Week Events PRE-CONVENTION–Monday, August 22, 2011 CONVENTION–Wednesday, August 24, 2011 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Annual Next Generation Leadership Forum 8:00 am - 6:00 pm Convention Market Place by Nā Mea Hawai‘i and NHEA by University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm CNHA Board of Directors & Annual Members Meeting 9:00 am - 12:30 pm Pacific Islander Philanthropy Forum co-chaired by Irene Hirano 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm Hawaiian Leadership Reception by the I Mua Group, the Native Inouye - Ford Foundation, Kiran Ahuja - White House Initiative Hawaiian Legal Defense Fund & Na ‘A’ahuhiwa on AAPI, Peggy Saika - Asian American Pacific Islanders in Philanthropy, and Maile Meyer - Hawaiian Way Fund CONVENTION–Tuesday, August 23, 2011 12:30 pm - 1:45 pm Hawaiian Way Fund Luncheon 8:00 am - 6:00 pm Convention Market Place by Nā Mea Hawai‘i and the 2:30 pm - 4:20 pm Forum Breakout Sessions Native Hawaiian Economic Alliance (NHEA) 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Industry Sector Meetings 9:00 am - 10:30 am Oli Workshop by Nā Pualei o Likolehua - Native CDFI Network Meeting & Hawaii Family Finance 10:30 am - 12:30 pm Opening Ceremony & Plenary Session Project Partners Meeting 12:30 pm - 1:45 pm Native Hawaiian Housing Luncheon by Hawaiian Community - Hawai‘i Toursim Authority Awardees Meeting Assets 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Bishop Museum Banquet featuring Keaomelemele 2:00 pm - 5:30 pm CNHA Member Forums (held concurrently) Performance by Nā Pualei o Likolehua 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Federal Contracting Business Summit by NHO Association CONVENTION–Thursday, August 25, 2011 2:00 pm - 5:30 pm Hawaiian Home Land Trust Forum by Association of Hawaiians for Homestead Lands 8:00 am - 3:00 pm Convention Market Place by Nā Mea Hawai‘i and NHEA 2:00 pm - 5:30 pm Charter & Language Schools Strategy Session 9:00 am - 12:30 pm Policy Roundtable on Native Hawaiians, Pacific Islanders & 2:00 pm - 5:30 pm Culture in Action Session by Ahahui Siwila Hawai‘i o Kapōlei Tribal Leaders 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm “Maoli Art in Real Time” Reception by Nā Mea Hawai‘i 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm Public Policy Luncheon

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students at a disadvantage when they enter college and the work force. KK: Although people may support the revitalization of Hawaiian language, there’s still a sense of, “Oh, maybe the children are not academically smart enough. They’re not really Breaking the going to be ready (for college).” Of course those people are simply reflecting the old stereotypes against Hawaiians, that we, our language, our art, language barrier our way of doing things are somehow lesser than others. Unfortunately, these falsehoods have been absorbed by some of our own Hawaiian people … At Näwah , we have 100 percent high school graduation rate. This has been going back 13 years since 1999.ī That’s when we had our first graduating class and it continues today. We also Q&A:Kauanoe Kamanä have on average 80 percent of our graduates going directly on to college. A lot of that is attributed Photo: Courtesy by Na¯‘a¯lehu Anthony to our curriculum and that we have our students enrolled in the university here at Hilo or Hawai‘i Community College while still in high school. Interviewed by Lisa Asato In a wide-ranging conversation, Kamanä dis- Every senior class has part of their credits done cussed achievements, struggles and philosophies. on campus and they go and take courses at the r. Kauanoe Kamanä is the Principal of Here is an excerpt. university. This has been built into the curriculum Ke Kula ‘O Näwahïokalani‘öpu‘u, a since 1999. This year, nine of 11 of our graduating Hawaiian-medium school in Hilo whose KWO: How has OHA played a role in your seniors will be continuing on to college. Our mission statement is “No ‘Ane‘i Ko school’s history? graduation and college attendance rates are much Käkou Ola – Our greatest contributions KK: We’ve had OHA help our Näwahï- higher than the state or even national average. Dare made in our own homeland.” okalani‘öpu‘u right from the beginning in finding Internationally, programs for other endangered The first Native Hawaiian to earn a Ph.D. in our site in Kea‘au and that came through the Board languages like Mäori, Welsh and Basque are also Hawaiian and Indigenous Language and Culture approval of helping fund our program there on that producing above-average academic results. Revitalization at the University of Hawai‘i-Hilo, property. We have a lot to be thankful to OHA for. Kamanä’s contributions to Hawaiian-language … OHA has played a key role in the establishment KWO: What about students’ success in revitalization have been numerous. of Hawaiian-immersion education during those college? She is a founder of ‘Aha Pünana Leo, a first years and continue today to support Hawai- KK: We have many graduates from the program for infants and preschoolers that sparked ian-immersion education, Kula Kaiapuni and in University of Hawai‘i system. There are Näwahï Hawai‘i’s language revitalization in 1983. The our case, Hawaiian-medium education. students who have graduated from Seattle “nest of voices” movement was a boon to the University, Loyola Marymount University, continuing steady return of ‘ölelo Hawai‘i to the KWO: Has the language-movement created Northern Arizona University, Oxford and other mainstream of education in Hawai‘i. She is also a new generation of speakers? universities. One recent shining example is To maximize a faculty member of UH-Hilo’s Ka Haka ‘Ula o KK: When ‘Aha Pünana Leo first started in ‘Akalä Neves. She graduated this spring from Ke‘elikölani Hawaiian Language College, where 1983 there were only three or four children outside the University of Portland and finished all of her choices of her husband, Pila Wilson, serves as a Professor Ni‘ihau – and two were my own – who were studies in three years. We’re real proud of her. life and work, and Division Chair. Their two children are Pünana raised using Hawaiian at home. Last year we had She’s a Pünana Leo student. She graduated from Native Leo and Näwahï graduates, with son, Hulilauäkea, a count and there are 87 children, or 33 percent, of Näwahï, and she graduated from UOP with honors Hawaiians being a part of its first graduating class in 1999. our student body at Näwahï alone who have been in political science. She also received two minors, will gain “The parents of those children in those first three speaking Hawaiian since birth. And most of these in French and Spanish. graduating classes were the core of the movement,” children are at the lower age groups, babies and knowledge Kamanä said. “Those children are now almost preschool children, and many are children of our KWO: How do you overcome challenges, and excel in 30.” own graduates. And I know that this is something such as have a majority of your students being educational Although Kamanä can point to various strides that would make Näwahï (Joseph Näwahï, the economically disadvantaged? opportunities and achievements that her school has made over school’s namesake) proud if he were to see this KK: The low socioeconomic background can at all levels. the years – including a 100 percent graduation rate happening. The base of our success continues to give us some challenges, but in our experience despite having more than 70 percent of students be our own Hawaiian language, not just because of at Näwahï we concentrate on building quality qualifying for free and reduced lunch – she still its beauty and poetry – all of our mele and songs relationships and focusing on the strengths that finds herself defending Hawaiian-medium educa- in literature that we’re so fortunate to have – but people bring as well has having a real good sense tion to those who may acknowledge its worth but because of that Hawaiian perspective that the of ho‘oponopono, or correcting things effectively. still hesitate to send their children to such a pro- language brings, that perspective that is innate to … We also have language sessions once a week gram. Hawaiian-medium schools use Hawaiian as the language. for one and a half hours for all our parents from the sole language of instruction, with English be- preschool to grade 12 to attend. All our parents ing introduced as a foreign language in grade 5 and KWO: What do you say to critics who continuing to grade 12. say that the Hawaiian-medium model puts See KAMANA¯ on page 25 14 ‘aukake2011 www.oha.org/kwo | [email protected] native hawaiian » news | features | events New mural speaks volumes on water rights

The Kalihi #Water Writes mural, just mauka of Hononlulu Community College, aims to draw attention to the environmental themes of public access to water and the sustainability of the traditional Hawaiian ahupua‘a system. - Photo: Courtesy of Amanda Corby, Under My Umbrella LLC

By Kekoa Enomoto mural, we made her sash like a waterfall or river. Samoa and raised on O‘ahu, where he serves Literally, her heart is still pouring out water,” as Founding Director of 808 Urban. The mural new mural in the heart of Honolulu car- Miyashiro said, referring to Lili‘uokalani. “We “forced me to dig deep and give it all I had to ries ancient messages being transmitted made her throne the crown lands. It blends in offer as an artist, a person and a student.” in modern art and communication with the mountain range behind her. In her hands The “Kalihi #Water Writes” mural flows with To forms of graffiti and Twitter. is the deed when she gave her money to take care the values of water rights and water rites — water maintain the Enter: the 22-by-193-foot “Kalihi of orphans. There’s a lot of symbolism in that as a pono public trust, and water as the basis of a #Water Writes” mural designed by artists portrait. sustainable ahupua‘a system. connection to A Estria Miyashiro of the Estria Foundation and “The first thing we drew on the wall was the “By taking care of water, we can set up a the past and John Prime Hina of the nonprofit 808 Urban queen. Because she’s in the middle, everything long-term, sustainable lifestyle,” Miyashiro a viable land organization. lines up from her. ... She came over us, there said in discussing the mural’s ancient, yet still base, Native The Oakland, Calif.-based Estria nonprofit was an energy shift. ... The whole process was cogent messages. “It’s the kuleana of all of us. Hawaiians spearheaded the project, which was unveiled July chicken skin,” he recalled. So we need big companies to return the water for will 7 in a Honolulu Community College parking lot. Of Japanese, Okinawan, Hawaiian and public use, and construction trades to build green participate The artwork – executed in aerosol art, or graffiti, Caucasian descent, Miyashiro said he’s been a structures with solar energy, wind turbines, water- and spanning more than 4,200 square feet – graffiti artist since age 16. The ‘Iolani School catchment systems on roofs, where we can grow in and highlights environmental themes of public access graduate, now 43, co-founded the Estria plants down the sides of buildings. And glass benefit from to water and the sustainability of the traditional Foundation with Twitter co-founder Jeremy skylights to reduce electricity for lighting. The responsible Hawaiian ahupua‘a system. LaTrasse. Estria — aka John “TJ” Miyashiro — plants and soil actually can cool the buildings, so stewardship Miyashiro said planning for the project started is a graffiti pen name. He holds a BFA degree we reduce air-conditioning costs. of Ka Pae last November, and painting got underway June in art and illustration from the University of San “We need to be going back to a green 6 by a cadre of local artists. The Kalihi artwork Francisco. way of living and using water efficiently, ‘A¯ina O is the third of 10 murals planned for global “I am just a gateway, a channel; the message where the water in the rivers can run down Hawai‘i. sites, including cities in Colombia, El Salvador, came from the farmers and lawyers,” Miyashiro to the ocean how it should flow,” he said.  Palestine and the Philippines. The # sign in the said. “It was a duty and honor to do the mural.” title is a social-media tag that can help each Likewise, creating the mural was a profound On the ’Net: mural to become a trending topic and vault it to experience for Hina, 41, who lives in ‘Ewa, estria.org the front page of the Twitter web site, Miyashiro O‘ahu. He said he started in aerosol art as a added. teenager nearly three decades ago, when there 808urban.org The centerpiece of the O‘ahu mural is a stately was “no training available for this medium; so image of Queen Lili‘uokalani, Hawai‘i’s last the streets became our canvas and the ditches our reigning monarch and benefactress of the Queen refuge.” Kekoa Enomoto is a retired copy editor and Lili‘uokalani Children’s Center. “This mural has become a spiritual journey Staff Writer with The Maui News and the former “Pu‘uwai means ‘heart’ or ‘hill of water.’ In the for me,” said Hina, who was born in American Honolulu Star-Bulletin. Join Us for an Elegant Evening Spent with Our Stories of Old Bishop Museum Banquet Featuring Halau Hula Nã Pualei o Likolehua & their Performance of Keaomelemele

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Tuesday, August 23, 2011 - Thursday, August 25, 2011 For more information, contact CNHA at at the 10th Annual Native Hawaiian Convention 808.596.8155, toll- free at 800.709.2642, Ala Halawai Concourse, Hawai‘i Convention Center or events@ hawaiiancouncil.org Workshops from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Workshop Topics Include: Kapa Making, Feather Lei & Kahili Making, Lauhala Weaving, and More! Mahalo Nui 16 ‘aukake2011 Native Hawaiians at the Top of their Game www.oha.org/kwo | [email protected] Ku¯lia i ka Nu‘u native hawaiian » news | features | events A leadership style that puts aloha into action

takes someone with “As a Native Hawaiian, we have to look at infinite patience and these opportunities as a way to pave the way for a real capacity for ourselves and for other people here in the Islands,” detail. Keali‘i has notes Lopez, one of five Hawaiian cabinet those qualities.” members. “We have a significant responsibility Lopez, 50, came and opportunity to make a difference. Nobody into the position from is going to take care of us. We have to take care the nonprofit sector, of ourselves, and each other, and the state as a where she most whole.” recently served as Working out of an office with a stunning view President and CEO of ‘Iolani Palace reinforces the values Lopez of ‘Ölelo Community applies to her work. “Our ali‘i set up a government Media, one of the that served all the people of Hawai‘i, but at the largest public access same time Native Hawaiians had a much more television providers distinct role in government than we do now,” she in the nation. Under observes. her leadership, ‘Ölelo Inclusiveness comes naturally to Lopez, who expanded its reach wants to build confidence in state government into the community through transparency and accountability and through strategic hopefully encourage more people to step into placement of video- leadership positions. production training In the few months she’s been on the job, Lopez sites in public schools has seen how the harsh economic environment has on O‘ahu, including made people more vulnerable to taking imprudent some disadvantaged risks to save their homes from foreclosure or make Keali‘i Lopez, Director of the state Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, areas. a quick buck. “Regrettably, there are people out outside the King Kala¯kaua Buidling, where her third-floor office overlooks ‘Iolani Palace. She also helped there who will take advantage of people in their – Photo: Treena Shapiro improve the depth most dire moments,” she said. and breadth of The department has seen an increase in By Treena Shapiro ‘Ölelo’s community- licensing violations ranging from unlicensed generated programming, which represents a contractors and construction workers to licensees eali‘i Lopez can describe her dedication diverse mix of positions and interests. Lopez who take on work beyond what they are officially to serving the people of Hawai‘i in one herself refrained from political activity during her authorized to do. word: aloha. 18 years at ‘Ölelo. “I didn’t personally become The department has launched numerous inves- It’s not Pollyannaish idealism, says politically engaged because I didn’t want it to get tigatons into scams and unlicensed activities, but Lopez, who spent her career putting in the way of being able to work with anyone in Lopez wants to raise consumer awareness to bet- Kaloha into action in a way that has empowered all issues,” she says. ter inform decision making in the marketplace. To have youth and their communities across O‘ahu. However, as the leader of a nonprofit The public can use the DCCA web site to find Since December, Lopez has been working organization in a regulated agency, Lopez out whether a business is licensed, how long it’s choices and to make an impact statewide as Director of the worked closely with state lawmakers to get been in business and whether complaints have a sustainable state Department of Commerce and Consumer legislation passed and dealt extensively with been filed against it. “A lot of people will do re- future, Native Affairs, a role that promotes an environment the Department of Commerce and Consumer search on a car before they buy a car, or do a lot Hawaiians where businesses can succeed in Hawai‘i, and Affairs on regulation issues related to the cable- of research on a lot of other appliances that they will progress where consumers are protected from unfair and television industry. She hadn’t initially sought purchase,” she notes, but adds, “They don’t do the toward deceptive practices. to lead the DCCA, but Abercrombie’s New Day research when it comes to people working on their Leading DCCA involves regulating more than Plan inspired her to step forward. homes, or someone who might be a doctor, or a greater 47 professions, including accountants, financial “I truly believe that there was and is an dentist or an accountant.” economic instituions, barbers, mechanics, nurses. “All opportunity – probably more than we’ve ever Her job hasn’t been easy, but Lopez hadn’t self- those businesses serve the public. I think that’s had in the past – to really have significant, far- expected it to be. For her, the real reward has being sufficiency. an important perspective to have and it’s been in reaching change occur within the state,” she able to do work that helps people every day. many ways invaluable in my work with the staff, explains. “It’s aloha,” she says. “It’s caring for other as well as with legislators,” Lopez notes. Lopez was one of three finalists for a seat on people, caring for the government and caring for “She is terrific for the job,” says Gov. Neil Kamehameha Schools’ Board of Trustees when the state as a whole.”  Abercrombie, who selected Lopez for his cabinet tapped for the cabinet post. She opted to join in December. “No one has the sheer volume of the administration, where her work would have Treena Shapiro, a freelance writer, is a former responsibilities that she has in overseeing dozens statewide impact that could make a difference for reporter for the Honolulu Star-Bulletin and of boards – all with varying responsibilities. It all people of Hawai‘i. 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The foundation’s legacy is helping innovative leaders on the frontline of social change. Inouye is the 10th annual wife of U.S. Sen. Daniel Inouye. Native Hawaiian Kiran Ahuja was ap- Convention Inouye pointed by President Obama to the White House Initiative on Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders. Hawai‘i Convention Center She directs the efforts of the initiative and the Presidential Advisory Aug. 22 preconvention Commissions across ex- Aug. 23-25 ecutive departments and agencies, and works to Convention packages improve the quality of • Nonprofit organizations, küpuna life and opportunities for Asian Americans and Pa- and students without luncheons, cific Islanders through free; with luncheons, $100 Leina‘ala Kalama Heine, foreground, will present an oli workshop at the annual Native Hawaiian convention. Other Ahuja increased access to, and • Individuals, businesses, featured events include a policy roundtable on Native Hawaiians, Pacific Islanders and Tribal Leaders, as well as a fed- participation in, federal pro- corporations and government eral contracting business summit, a Maoli Art in Real Time reception and a market place. - Photo: KWO archives grams in which they maybe underserved. agencies with luncheons, $375 Peggy Saika is the President and Executive Director of Asian Americans/ By Cheryl Corbiell building and self-determination. Pacific Islanders in Philanthropy. With more To register, contact Terri Lemmer at (808) Event luncheons and banquets will than 30 years of community involvement, 596-8155 or toll-free, 1-800-709-2642, etworking and sharing mana‘o stimulate appetites and minds as well as Saika is a co-founder of the Asian Women’s or via e-mail at events@hawaiiancouncil. about collective success and ensure quality time to network. Additional Shelter, Asians/Pacific Islanders for Choice, org. Visit hawaiiancouncil.org for a opportunities in Hawaiian com- convention sessions are a Next Generation the National Asian Pacific American Legal munity development is the focus Leadership forum, oli workshop with Kumu Consortium, and the National Asian Pacific registration form. of the upcoming Native Hawaiian Leina‘ala Kalama Heine, and a multicultural American Women’s Forum. Nconvention, Aug. 23 to 25 at the Hawai‘i Con- public policy roundtable, as well as sessions Maile Meyer, the Chairwoman of CNHA’s vention Center. on Native Hawaiian housing opportunities, philanthropic Hawaiian Way Fund, is best The Council for Native Hawaiian federal contracting, fund development, and known for bringing the Advancement coordinates the annual charter and language school strategies, to rich history and culture of “The convention is invigorating whether Native Hawaiian Convention, and it is the name just a few. Delegates will immerse the islands to the public by you are an individual or an organization’s largest assembly of its kind with upward of themselves in learning about and finding establishing an innovative representative, but this year it is a block- 700 delegates expected from all Hawaiian solutions to the current and future challenges retail bookstore, Native buster with more mainland organizations Islands, the South Pacific, Alaska and the of the Hawaiian community. Books, which she later attending,” said Danner. “The convention is U.S. continent and includes Hawaiian “The convention is both a celebration combined with another ground zero for addressing current and fu- practitioners; küpuna; students; community of Hawaiian community development venture of hers, Nä Mea ture challenges, networking with over 150 organizers; legislative representatives; achievements and a strategizing event for Meyer Hawai‘i. organizations related to the Hawaiian com- federal agencies; corporate partners and continued success,” said Robin Danner, Other convention dignitar- munity and reaffirming established relation- foundations; and health, cultural and President and CEO of CNHA. “We also ies include Gov. Neil Abercrombie; Colette ships and building new partnerships.” educational organizations. have earned attention from mainland Machado, Office of Hawaiian Affairs Chair- The Council for Native Hawaiian This year’s theme is Community Leaders organizations such as the Ford Foundation, woman; Alapaki Nahale-a, Hawaiian Homes Advancement is a nonprofit organization and Solutions – Where Success Happens! a global organization, and this presents new Commission Chairman; Loretta Tuell, Staff dedicated to being a strong voice on public The Office of Hawaiian Affairs is the lead opportunities for community development.” Director/Chief Counsel of the Senate Indian policy, operating a community loan fund, sponsor of this year’s convention. The philanthropic forums fill a whole day. Affairs Committee; U.S. Sen. Daniel Akaka; delivering capacity building and leadership The convention features prestigious Among a dozen, dynamic forum co-chairs U.S. Reps. Mazie Hirono and Colleen Hana- development services, and promoting keynote speakers, the latest policy reports, are four prominent women: Irene Hirano busa; Anthony Babauta, U.S. Interior De- community-owned enterprises among Native as well as dynamic, thought-provoking Inouye, Kiran Ahuja, Peggy Saika and Maile partment Assistant Secretary for Insular Ar- Hawaiians.  presentations, interactive workshops, Meyer. eas; and Maya Soetoro-Ng, educator, author solution-oriented roundtables and exhibitors Irene Hirano Inouye is President of the and half-sister to President Obama. Donna Cheryl Corbiell is an Instructor at the and vendors focusing on opportunities U.S.-Japan Council and chair of the Ford Gambrell of the U.S. Treasury’s CDFI, or University of Hawai‘i Maui College- related to cultural preservation, education, Foundation Board of Trustees, which is U.S.- Community Development Financial Institu- Moloka‘i and a reading tutor at Kaunakakai housing, economic development, capacity based but global in its partnering endeavors. tions Fund, is scheduled to announce grants. 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That periusciduntelevated his status dolor augiam, velit sum nos nostisci blaorem ea facilla zzrit, qui ea augiam nim ip eugait delessequate magna feuis nit acilisc onsectem nulput ute vel utpat. cortionsent nulputatum adiat velit, pay off. veniam, sed magnim quatem dolor- feu feu feum do odo consequ atincil aciduis nos nit lobore dolorem vel inissimIn three diam, seasons commodi at UH, Kolten onulputat Wong is atsecond Dipisi only to tatuer John Matias alit, secteon the corerilschool’s all-timelaor- homequam, run list.verosto – Photo: odigna Courtesy faciduis of Hawai‘i nim Athletics. “I’ve been training for this my whole life,” See WONGtio consed on pa dolorege 33 faccum ipis nissis ismolor sequat utpat nos ea feum in velenim digniam irit aliquam laoremINSET: Two-year-olddelit at. 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By Mary Alice Milham tion of the Hawaiian language. representative from each society, narrow down the “She actually taught a lot of the Hawaiian language field of nominees, typically voting four or five times, hat does OHA Trustee and Nä Hökü teachers,” says Smythe. “She kept it all going when until the final choices are made.  Hanohano award-winner Haunani it really wasn’t very popular to take Hawaiian Apoliona have in common with a language.” Mary Alice Kaiulani Milham, a Portland, Oregon- lifelong curator, a family steeped in Haili ‘Ohana’s award recognizes the family’s many based freelance journalist, is a former newspaper the business of traditional Hawaiian decades of supplying that most basic element of reporter and columnist from California’s Central Wfood, a pioneering champion of ‘ölelo Hawai‘i and a Hawaiian culture: food. Coast. positive life-force in the community of Nänäkuli? Despite obstacles, like having to relocate, their Perhaps not a lot on the surface, family-owned business has kept a steady supply of Kalani Ali‘i Awards Banquet but Apoliona does share one very traditional Hawaiian foods – fresh fish, poi, ‘opihi, important trait with William laulau and more – flowing to their customers. Though Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai‘i Kaihe‘ekai Maioho, the Haili they’ve had to adapt their business to changing times, Mänoa Grand Ballroom ‘Ohana, Sarah Patricia Ilialoha Smythe says, “They still cook like Aug. 27, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Keahi and Agnes Kalaniho‘okaha their parents did.” Cope: each has, over their lifetime, And then there’s award-winning contributed greatly to Hawaiian musical artist Haunani Apoliona, Tickets: $50 per person, $500 per table of 10 Sponsorship: tables at $1,000, $2,000, $5,000 Maioho culture. who has served as an OHA Trustee That is why they’re the five since 1996 and is the longest- Mail reservations/checks to Aha Hipu‘u at P.O. recipients of ‘Aha Hïpu‘u’s 2011 Kalani Ali‘i Awards serving Board Chairperson in Box 283157, Honolulu, HI 96828 and will be the guests of honor at the 6th annual OHA’s 30-year history. awards banquet on Aug. 27. Apoliona With her extensive history of For information, call Donna Lei Smythe at ‘Aha Hïpu‘u is a coalition of Hawai‘i’s four community service and leadership (808) 595-3983, or visit ahahipuu.org. royal societies – ‘Ahahui Ka‘ahumanu, The Royal through Alu Like, and many other7716-H&P community PGV Ka and Wai Ola Ad ƒ 5/23/11 11:06 AM Page 1 Order of Kamehameha I, Hale nonprofit groups, she’s no O Nä Ali‘i, and Daughters and stranger to awards or the Sons of Hawaiian Warriors- arena of politics. Mämakakaua. Perpetually on the Donna Lei Smythe, Chair of forefront when it comes to ‘Aha Hïpu‘u, says Kalani Ali‘i preserving and defending awardees are often “behind the what’s best for Hawaiians scenes, quiet kind of people.” and Hawai‘i, she goes Cope William “Uncle Billy” Maioho, about it all with noteworthy is just such a one, says Smythe. As grace and authority. Curator of Mauna‘ala, the Royal Mausoleum, Maioho “She fights nice and To takes care of what is arguably one of the most sacred quietly and decently with strengthen trusts in the island. “That place is so important to history behind her,” says identity, everybody and he is a wonderful Smythe. Native caretaker for it,” says Smythe. While she has been a Maioho, whose family has staunch supporter of the , Hawaiians will preserve, been caretakers of Mauna‘ala royal societies, Apoliona It Isn t Oil! for generations, grew up on the is also known for having a practice and property and is well known for his broad overview. Geothermal energy: perpetuate wealth of knowledge, wonderful “We all believe she So Hot... It's Cool. their culture. stories and the great tours he gives works for the good of Keahi to visitors. “He’s a part of it, and everybody,” says Smythe. � Generating nearly 20% of it’s a part of him,” says Smythe. Smythe says bestowing Agnes Kalaniho‘okaha Cope, a Living Treasure of Kalani Ali‘i Awards Hawai‘i Islands electricity Hawai‘i, has been an enduring force of good in the is serious business for � Green power — near-zero

areas of education, health and simply caring for the the ‘Aha Hïpu‘u. The greenhouse gas emissions people of Nänäkuli. selection process begins “This lady has done so many marvelous things,” months in advance with says Smythe. “She has been a huge positive force for a call for nominees from people out there.” each society. A decision is Sarah Keahi is another one of this year’s recipients made in late summer at a who throughout many years has kept a low profile daylong meeting where the Puna Geothermal Venture Designed, P¯ahoa, Hawai‘i • (808) 965-6233 while playing a highly important role in the preserva- leaders, plus one additional Built, Owned & Operated by Ormat www.punageothermalventure.com Follow us: /oha_hawaii | Fan us: /officeofhawaiianaffairs | Watch us: /user/OHAHawaii ‘aukake2011 21

up this Vaka Moana, or fleet of deep-sea voyaging canoes. The foundation covered Pacific voyagers the cost of building seven canoes, providing escort vessels, visas, airfare for crew, administration costs and provisions. transcend cultures TELLING TALES Hawai‘i folks shared food and music. Crew members shared their stories. From the Tahiti canoe, Moeata Galenon talked of the day when she was 14 years old. “The Höküle‘a crew came to my school and from that moment, 30 years ago, I had a strong desire to cross the equator,” she says. “And The Samoa canoe, Gaualofa, sails in Hawaiian waters. - now I have.” She hopes Photo: Olivier Koning. Headshots by Lynn Cook Galenon to be invited to join a leg of the worldwide voyage of VOICE OF WISDOM Höküle‘a in 2013. “It is not With the goal of health for the ocean so much about discovering the world,” she and of “mother earth” Mäori elder Pauline says. “It is about teaching the world, being Tangiora came as an individual to the Kava part of something with great meaning.” Bowl conference to speak her mind about the Nicholas Marr says he came from Aotearoa need for wrongs to be righted. She held hope to Hawai‘i, to the Big Island, and discovered because the conference was not bound by Makali‘i builder Clay Bertelmann. He sailed Western rules. “Like the kava ceremony, we with Makali‘i and Höküle‘a and returned sit on the same level. We need to speak eye each year to teach in the voyaging program to eye,” she said, “and this conference was for children. His joy on the New Zealand different in that way. There has been a shift crew has been to uphold the memory of the of understanding.” Her titles are many. She ancestors – his and those is a member of the World of all who voyaged. His Future Council and was goal is to know a few formerly with the World things and do them well. Council for Indigenous “We need to teach our Peoples. She talks of On right, Tua Pittman of the Cook Islands canoe, Marumaru Atua, receives a warm Hawaiian welcome at Kualoa children,” he says. “They nuclear testing and the Park. - Photo: Olivier Koning don’t know how important sea burial of the remains they used to be.” Marr has of the test chemicals. By Lynn Cook Marr a “day job,” working on oil Tangiora She speaks out on how ALOHA WA‘A rigs. He says it allows him to governments must invest, lessings of wind, rain and sun In her greeting to the crews, OHA Trustee understand the industry and at whatever cost, in solving anointed the participants gathered Haunani Apoliona noted that the event pay the bills until he can sail again. the chemical problems, finding ways to at Kualoa Park for the traditional “really brings voyaging into the 21st Dieter Paulmann was accessible and combat the growing occurrence of sickness greetings before the opening of the century.” enthusiastic, discussing the opportunities he of women and children and the sickness of Kava Bowl Ocean Summit. Arriving “We are growing the next generation of believes can ultimately save the oceans. At the creatures of the ocean. Bat the end of June, first in Hilo and then on voyagers, hoping to reconnect and reaffirm Kualoa, at the Hawai‘iloa fundraising event Haunani Apoliona and Nainoa Thompson O‘ahu, seven canoes brought brave explorers the ocean exploration traditions of our at Bishop Museum, at the Kava Bowl Ocean share the vision of youth being raised up to from distant island nations – Fiji, the Cook Pacific Islands,” she said. Summit and at a farewell event at the Sand reconnect the Pacific islands. Apoliona says Islands, Tahiti, Aotearoa, Tonga, New Guinea The canoe community and those on O‘ahu Island pier, Paulmann repeated his message, informing policymakers is the objective of and Samoa – voyaging to Hawai‘i for the first who got word of the arrival came to greet “If the ocean dies, we all die.” Evaluating ocean education, and the community that is time in many hundreds of years. the crews at Kualoa, and on the same day, the cost of inaction, he asked, “How much is informed can be inspired to act. Thompson’s These canoe crews were paying homage to bid them farewell as they set sail for the ocean worth to you?” His concerns, and message supports the words of Tangiora. He to Höküle‘a, Makali‘i and Hawai‘iloa, the Kaua‘i, San Francisco, Los Angeles and San the concerns of the world experts, include says: “I would argue that the largest and most Hawaiian canoes that broke the historic Diego. The event was all part of Te Mana acidification and anoxia that create dead magnificent, and the most powerful ocean of barrier between the ancient celestial o Te Moana, the Spirit of the Sea, with the zones in the ocean. These zones suffer loss them all is the Pacific. And, if we lose the navigation skills of the Polynesians and the mission of bringing global awareness about of fish life from overconsumption and dying Pacific, ecologically it’s over. What will save oil-powered world of modern travel that the threats to the ocean that unites the Pacific reef habitats, sound pollution that impacts the earth is to save the oceans.”  pushed aside those skills. Asked why they nations and the world. Sponsored by the the migratory patterns of sea mammals, voyaged, the Tahitians answered in unison: nonprofit Okeanos Foundation founded by and plastic pollution, which creates massive Lynn Cook is a local freelance journalist “Höküle‘a came to us to give us hope. Now German native Dieter Paulmann, the vessels floating islands of debris that kill marine life sharing the arts and culture of Hawai‘i with we voyaged here to give hope back.” – powered by wind and sun alone – make within their range. a global audience. 22 ‘aukake2011 MO‘olelo www.oha.org/kwo | [email protected] history native hawaiian » news | features | events Survival lessons of childhood and to talk only when the teacher backyard. Each morning before invited questions. This taught school, Lei dressed, made her bed politeness. Hawaiian learning usu- and ate breakfast. Before catching ally didn’t involve the cautions of the school bus, Lei would pick 200 supernatural consequences but it, white ginger buds from the patch too, was about survival. Modern in the backyard for Aunty to string Hawaiians may fault the reason- a lei. There was one important By Claire Ku‘uleilani Hughes, ing behind these lessons, however, rule, Lei must never cross the little issues of survival and self-protection stream. Lei picked flowers from In this mo‘olelo about childhood lessons, we learn about a mo‘o who watches over a stream. Dr. PH., R.D. exist still, even in enlightenment. the patch on the house-side of the – Photo: Comstock The ogres today, are human beings stream. ur küpuna and mäkua who hurt, harm and snatch children, One morning, as Lei’s nimble Lei responded without looking, was upset. Lei’s mother asked for taught keiki much an equally devastating harm. fingers tugged gently on the “I have only 10 more buds to go another detail or two about the about survival and The story that follows is true and stems, she heard a man’s voice. and I must hurry.” Lei finished and man. Lei responded, and Aunty self-protection in is an example of lessons the child He said, “Come over to this side.” without turning to look toward the looked worried. Then, both Lei early childhood. In old had learned well. Specifically, “Oh, no. I can’t,” answered Lei. man, she hurried into the house. and her mother hurried out to catch OHawai‘i the framework for this was these were to follow directions: She continued picking, with only Aunty asked Lei who she had the bus to school together. Many, often harm that could come from not to stray from the mission, not a quick half-glance toward the been talking to outside. Lei told her many years later, Lei remembered sorcerers. For example, disposing to talk to strangers, and to follow man’s voice. The man appeared to about the man and his invitation to the incident and asked her mother of one’s clipped nails or hair was all rules of the house … especially be sitting on a stool with his arms go over, to sit and talk with him. about it. Lei was told that the man done with great caution. This prac- when at another’s house. folded over his chest and he wore Aunty looked worried, but told was the mo‘o who watched over tice taught personal hygiene and Ten-year-old Lei and her mother a form-fitting shirt. “I have to be Lei to get her things for school. the little waterway. Lei was spared cleanliness. In the learning process, were staying with Aunty for the quick, the school bus comes soon,” Aunty spoke quietly to Lei’s because she had followed the rule children were taught to observe qui- last weeks of school. Aunty’s big Lei finished. “Come over. Sit and mother in Hawaiian. 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Congratulations to everyone who performed in this year’s 36th annual Queen Lili‘uokalani Keiki Hula Competition, which drew keiki from Hawai‘i and Japan for three days of competition at the Blaisdell Center Arena. The perpetuation of our Hawaiian language and culture thrives in the xtravaganzahearts of the children of Hawai‘i, and OHA is pleased to continue its partnership with the Kalihi-Pa¯lama Culture & Arts Society in nurturing, highlighting and sharing the talents of the children with E our beneficiaries and all the people of Hawai‘i. More than 20 ha¯lau participated in the competition, held July 7 to 9 and broadcast on KITV4 July 22 and 23. These keiki have demonstrated that through discipline, hard work and a love of hula, that they have been able to achieve goals that for some may have seemed unreachable. - Photos: Nicholas Masagatani

The Pat Namaka Bacon Overall Perpetual Trophy, the top award for the Ha¯lau Ka Lei Mokihana O Leina‘ala, with a lively dance incorporating ipu First place in the Hula Kahiko Kaikama¯hine Division was awarded to kaikama¯hine (girls), went to Ha¯lau Ka Lei Mokihana O Leina‘ala, which heke, won the Hula Kahiko Keiki Ka¯ne Division. Ha¯lau Kekuaokala‘au‘ala‘iliahi. also won first place in Hula ‘Auana. 24 ‘aukake2011 ku¯ka¯ku¯ka¯ www.oha.org/kwo | [email protected] community forum native hawaiian » news | features | events Year of Kanaloa-Kaho‘olawe culminates in October Submitted by the of Kanaloa-Kaho‘olawe. events across the Islands. >> issues of Hawaiian self- Craig Neff. “By participating in Protect Kaho‘olawe ‘Ohana On March 18, 1981, the entire Goals of these events are to determination these events and drinking from the island of Kanaloa-Kaho‘olawe share what’s happening with the >>information on current ‘äina känoa, you signify your support he Protect Kaho‘olawe was placed on the National island and its future, celebrate issues and solidarity with Kanaloa- ‘Ohana (PKO) is a com- Register of Historic Places and and honor those who have helped >> a känoa (‘awa bowl) Kaho‘olawe, Aloha ‘Äina and the munity-based islandwide designated as the Kaho‘olawe stop the bombing and share ceremony (‘aha ‘awa) for unification of Hawaiians for self- grassroots organization Archaeological District. what’s happening with other ‘äina participants to unite in a determination – all our aloha in committed to protecting On Oct. 22, 1990, the bombing issues. These events are free and commitment to Aloha ‘Äina and one känoa!” Kanaloa-Kaho‘olawe.T Members of Kanaloa-Kaho‘olawe stopped. open to the community. Kanaloa-Kaho‘olawe Events will culminate Oct. of the ‘Ohana first touched the In May 2004, management of Throughout the year, events on >> silent auction and fundraising 22 with the dedication of a new ‘äina in 1976 through a series the island was given to the State each island feature: >> ‘ono food and drinks mua (monument) at Honokanai‘a of occupations. In 1977, two of of Hawai‘i by the Navy, which >> music, entertainment and On Hawai‘i Island, events will on Kanaloa-Kaho‘olawe and our members, George Helm and is known as the Kaho‘olawe poetry be as follows: a central ceremony with the Kimo Mitchell, disappeared in the Island Reserve (KIR). KIR shall >> the film Mai Ka Piko Mai, >> University of Hawai‘i at känoa that will have gathered ocean off of Kanaloa-Kaho‘olawe be used solely and exclusively A Ho‘i: Return to Kanaloa, the Hilo Campus Center Länai, Aug. the mana (strength) and support while protesting the bombing of and reserved in perpetuity for parallel stories of the struggle to 6, noon to 8 p.m. Film to show at 7. of participants throughout the the island. the preservation and practice free Kaho‘olawe from the U.S. >> Kanu O Ka ‘Äina Charter Islands. As a result of an 1980 ‘Ohana of all rights customarily and military and the challenge of School in Waimea, Aug. 9, 6 to For participation in the Hawai‘i civil suit, Aluli vs. Brown, the traditionally exercised by Native re-establishing inter-Polynesian 10 p.m. Film showing at 8. Island events and/or donations, U.S. Navy signed an out-of-court Hawaiians. voyaging by the Polynesian >> Keauhou Beach Resort in contact Craig Neff at (808) 934- 3.78” x 4.9” REV 07/04/2011agreement known as the consent The PKO is celebrating its Voyaging Society through Kailua-Kona, Aug. 12, 6 to 10 7171 or email Momi Wheeler at decree. The consent decree 20th anniversary of Stopping Höküle‘a p.m. Film to show at 8. [email protected]. Send mail recognized the ‘Ohana’s intent the Bombing on the Island of >> envisioning Kanaloa- “Oct. 22, 2010, to Oct. 22, to: Protect Kaho‘olawe ‘Ohana, to be Kahu o ka ‘äina: stewards Kanaloa-Kaho‘olawe and is Kaho‘olawe as a sacred cultural 2011, is the Year of Kanaloa- P.O. Box 39, Kaunakakai, HI committed to protecting the Island launching a yearlong series of trust of the Hawaiian Nation Kaho‘olawe,” said ‘Ohana leader 96748. 

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COLOR SWATCHES ‘aukake2011 25 hawaiian english do well at anything. It’s something KAMANA¯ that of course we can do. Taking Continued from page 13 pride in achievement is an old way of thinking about contributing to attend this. It creates a sense of the ‘ohana. Our individual success community, helping each other must help us collectively. and working and growing together. Panoramic 3D CT Scan This is one big strength we have at KWO: Growing up, was the Näwahï. importance of education stressed in your family? KWO: UH-Hilo’s Hawaiian KK: Yes. My mother, father, Language College and its P-20 grandpa, cousins everybody, we ($89 Value) ($400 Value) programs, which Näwahï is a had that way of thinking of things part of, was the first P-20 pro- from a very young age. I do the gram to earn accreditation by same thing with my own children, implants. It provides a three dimensional image and cross-sectional images of the jaw the World Indigenous Nations through our schools, and with my Higher Education Consortium, nieces and nephews, who don’t all in 2010. What impact does that necessarily speak Hawaiian. When have on what you’re able to do? they see me they know what I’m KK: That’s another indication going to talk about. I’m predictable. of a positive evaluation of our I’m going to talk about how they’re program and our work. It’s really doing in school. important that we step out and get MISSING SINGLE TOOTH SINGLE IMPLANT that kind of affirmation from an KWO: Pünana Leo will organization as big as WINHEC. celebrate 30 years in 2013. How And considering the potential that far has the program come? comes with that kind of interna- KK: I’m very encouraged at tional recognition, we’re hoping what I see. A living language will open some doors and will help is a language that is used from us grow the program even further. generation to generation that evolves over time and that is MISSING MULTIPLE TEETH MULTIPLE IMPLANTS KWO: You are the first Native grounded in the true traditional Hawaiian to earn your doctor- principles that make Hawaiians ate in language revitalization. Hawaiian. I think we have a lot to What do you think that says to be proud of as a people. We have a other Hawaiians? lot to be proud of as a program. We KK: I think it’s encouraging for have come a long way and we have Hawaiians to see other Hawaiians a lot more to do. 

MISSING ALL TEETH ALL-ON-4 DOE overnight. You’re not going to see transformational change in a Continued from page 7 year, but if you look at a three- to grafting procedures and uses only four implants on each arch to support five-year span of time, I’m certain immediate placement of teeth on the implants in Just One Day. Matayoshi “pull together a program we’ll see indications of success,” and resources to make a difference he said, adding that “an increase in the lives of Native Hawaiians” in in college-going rates is among the targeted communities so they the top priorities for us.” get the appropriate educational Awakuni said closing the preparation and support services, achievement gap of Hawaiians is such as counseling, child care and achievable because the Hawaiian- family intervention. With the dual focused organizations are sharing School, received her specialty degree in Advanced Prosthodontics. focus on educational achievement their expertise and working As a Prosthodontist, she uses customized treatment planning to and support services, Awakuni said together. “Collectively we have a handle even the most complex of dental conditions, focusing on he sees the DOE achieving its goal much better chance of successful improving oral function, appearance, comfort and health. Learn to close the achievement gap for outcomes than if it was just one more about Dr. Asam at www.PDISHawaii.com Hawaiians. organization or the DOE on its As a result, he said he also own,” he said. “I think together anticipates a “dramatic increase” we can do something that is 4211 Wai’alae Ave, Suite 102 of Hawaiians entering his very significant for the Hawaiian Honolulu, HI 96816 (808) 737-6150 campus. “It’s not going to happen community.”  Located at Kahala Mall www.PDISHawaii.com 26 ‘aukake2011 ‘alemanaka www.oha.org/kwo | [email protected] calendar native hawaiian » news | features | events Step back in time at this annual music competition that blends the best of vocal harmonies and unamplified acoustic instruments in the old nahenahe style. See up- and-coming amateur Hawaiian music groups pull out all the stops in a musical evening paying tribute to Aunty Genoa Leilani Keawe and her loving husband, Edward ‘Aukake Puniwai Keawe, $23-$33. Hawai‘i Theatre. Tickets, (808) 528-0506 or hawaiitheatre.com. hmhof.org.

PIKO and HOEA exhibit Ongoing through Sun., Aug. 28 8 a.m.-6 p.m. weekdays, Sunday noon-6 p.m. Visit the University of Hawai‘i- Mänoa Hamilton Library’s Bridge Gallery showcasing contemporary art from the 2007 PIKO Gathering of indigenous artists in Waimea, Last year’s winners, the Ho‘opi‘i ‘Ohana Hawai‘i Island, and the Hawai- – led by 82-year-old patariarch Robert ian ‘Ohana for Education in the Ho‘opi‘i – will perform Aug. 27 at Ka Arts (HOEA) Native Hawaiian Himeni Ana. - Photo: Courtesy of Ka Art Project. Features 170 works by Himeni Ana. Inset: Queen Lili‘uokalani. 73 artists from across the Pacific. Free. [email protected], (808) 956-8688 or http://bit.ly/oQ03e0. Honoring the Ancients volcanoartcenter.org. accompanies with elegant hula Hawaiian colonists in the 1930s Fri, Aug. 12, 8:30 a.m.-noon performances, and Grammy and ’40s on remote islands in ‘Onipa‘a The Hula Preservation Society Ho‘oku‘ikahi Award-winning artist George the Pacific. The last remaining Sun, Sept. 4, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. kicks off monthly 2011 workshops Establishment Day Kahumoku Jr. opens the show colonists will attend. Box office, This annual celebration of Queen featuring the rare hula implements Cultural Festival with music and storytelling. $24- (808) 528-0506. For TV audi- Lili‘uokalani’s birthday highlights hula papa hehi (treadle board) a Sat.-Sun., Aug. 13-14, $45. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, ences, PBS Hawai‘i will debut the life and times of Hawai‘i’s me käla‘au (hand sticks), hula ki‘i 11 a.m.-3 p.m. McCoy Studio Theater. (808) 242- the film at 8:30 p.m. Aug. 25. last reigning monarch. Take a Mai (Hawaiian puppetry), hula ‘ülili Take part in royal court ceremo- 7469 or mauiarts.org. Poina guided walking tour, featur- (spinning gourd rattle) and hula nies, traditional warrior exhibitions Duke’s OceanFest ing costumed role ‘ohe hano ihu (nose flute). Includes and workshops on hula kahiko, lei Made In Hawai‘i Festival Wed.-Sun., Aug. 24-28, players draw- live dance demonstrations from haku ame lei wili (ancient lei mak- Fri.-Sat., Aug. 19-20, runs all day ing attention the lines of Aunty Nona Beamer ing), hana kapa kuiki (quilting), 10 a.m.-9 p.m., and Sun., Beach boys and girls to the 1893 and Uncle George Nä‘ope. $50; lauhala weaving, hana ‘upena kiloi Aug. 21, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. pay homage to Hawai‘i’s overthrow kama‘äina and group discounts. (net making), hana hü (spinning This festival features the best famed waterman, Duke of the Ha- Hale Pulelehua Studio, Käne‘ohe, tops), holo wa‘a (canoe rides) and in homegrown products from Paoa Kahanamoku, w a i i a n O‘ahu. Reservations, (808) 247- ku‘i ‘ai (poi pounding). Admission around the 50th state, including with longboard surf- Kingdom. 9440 or workshops.hps@gmail. is free, but each visitor must learn food products, books, gifts, ing, paddleboard rac- L e a r n com. hulapreservation.org. one craft to help preserve the Ha- apparel, jewelry, arts and crafts ing, swimming, tandem about the waiian culture. Pu‘ukoholä Heiau and much more. Top Hawai‘i surfing, surf polo, beach Queen’s pro- Na Mea Hawai‘i Hula National Historic Site, Kawaihae performers entertain the crowds, volleyball and stand-up pad- lific musical Kahiko Performance on the Big Island’s Kohala Coast. and award-winning chefs from dling. Festivities commence at 7 legacy and bring Sat., Aug. 13, 10:30 a.m. (808) 882-7218 or nps.gov/puhe. local restaurants offer live cooking a.m. Aug. 24, Duke’s birthday, with your ‘ukulele to a talk led by Wal- Watch traditional hula and oli demos. $4. Neal Blaisdell Arena & a lei-draping ceremony at the Duke ter Kawai‘ae‘a. See a Kü‘ë Peti- performed alongside Kïlauea Slack Key Masters Exhibition Hall. (808) 533-1292 or statue and continue at spots around tion play, Ka Lei Maile Ali‘i: The Crater in majestic Volcanoes with John Keawe madeinhawaiifestival.com. Waikïkï Beach through Sunday. Queen’s Women, based on an 1897 National Park. Featuring Hula Thurs., Aug. 18, 7:30 p.m. The five-day event acts as a schol- article published in a San Francisco Hälau o Kou Lima Nani E with John Keawe plays hits from Under a Jarvis Moon arship fundraiser for the Outrigger newspaper. In the Kana‘ina Build- Kumu Hula Iwalani Kalima. throughout his career, including Wed., Aug. 24, 7 p.m. Duke Kahanamoku Foundation. ing, Dr. Baron Ching shares his Cultural demonstrations run 9:30 songs from his Nä Hökü Hanohano Watch Under a Jarvis Moon dukefoundation.org. collection of Hawaiian Kingdom a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at VAC Gallery. Award-winning albums Hawai‘i on the big screen at Hawai‘i money, coins and stamps. ‘Iolani Free admission; park entrance Island … Is My Home and Play Theatre. This documentary Ka Himeni Ana Palace. Free. (808) 372-0630 or fees apply. (808) 967-8222 or with Me, Papa. Wife Hope Keawe covers a little-known story of Sat., Aug. 27, 7 p.m. [email protected].  Follow us: /oha_hawaii | Fan us: /officeofhawaiianaffairs | Watch us: /user/OHAHawaii MELE ‘AILANA ‘aukake2011 27 ISLAND MUSIC SCENE MUSIC review New works by solo acts By Francine Murray

ula means many things to many Thoroughly captivating, every one of the by Nina Maxwell, Kenneth Makuakäne and people. It is an art. It is a dance. It 11 tracks is familiar yet fresh as Cazimero Roddy Lopez, and “Hualälai” by Matilda is the chant, oli or mele in which plays the piano, with his fingertips that say Kauwe. resonates a story that blossoms in aloha, and he sings some of his favorite hula Join Cazimero in celebrating the release of movement. Let the music move music including classics from the regal-tra- this new CD, Hula, with music on Aug. 26 at Hyou. Dance, sway or kick back and let your ditional “Kaläkaua” to the hapa-haole fun 7:30 p.m. at the Hawai‘i Theatre. Tickets are heart soar to the melodic charms of Hula, of “Haole Hula” and sultry “Lovely Hula $25, discounts available, at the box office or Hula the new solo album by highly acclaimed Hands” by R. Alex Anderson. Other hula online at hawaiitheatre.com. The CD is avail- Robert Cazimero Kumu Hula and musician Robert Cazim- classics featured include “Na‘u Ho‘okahi” able at fine music stores or mountainapplecom Mountain Apple Co. ero. by Cazimero, “I Aloha Ia No ‘O Kanaio” pany.com.

e all know Kuana Torres adding two cheerful new verses. and to the last Hawaiian fishing village of Kahele from the Hökü- This CD, rich with 13 songs – 12 of them Miloli‘i, where Kahele’s tütü papa lived, in award-winning group Nä original compositions – takes us on an amaz- the composition “ ‘Äina ‘O Miloli‘i.” Besides Palapalai, but you will fall ing musical journey through Kahele’s lineage treating us to his great vocal range, this album in love with his voice all and across the plains of Hawai‘i Island in “Nä features various samplings of his musical Wover again when you hear his new solo CD, Vaqueros,” a song for the Spanish cowboys breadth as in the ballads “Wäikähuli” and Kaunaloa. Beginning with the jovial song commissioned by King Kamehameha III to “Pïkake Anuhea,” the festive “Mänoa I Ke “ ‘Ülili E” about the sandpiper’s travels teach känaka maoli horse-mounted ranching Ko‘i‘ula” and the traditional Hawaiian “story Kaunaloa from Alaska down the Pacific by George techniques. Then ease into the breathtak- of his travels style,” heard in “Palisa.” For Keahi and Harry Nä‘ope, Kahele comple- ing Waimanu Valley through “Waimanu I your samplings online, visit napalapalaimu- Kuana Torres Kahele ments the story of the annual journey by Ka Lauoha,” the home of Kahele’s mother, sic.com.  Self-published

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HE HO‘OMANA‘O poke nu¯hou IN MEMORIAM news briefs Waimea Valley to host Läna‘i >> Aug. 23-25, O‘ahu, Native Hawaiian CHARLES KA‘UPU For information about the federal Convention, Hawai‘i Convention Center, Kalo Workshop regulations call: National Marine Fisheries >> Läna‘i, to be announced Service at (808) 944-2200 or Western For information, contact ‘Ohana The 2011 Kalo Workshop will bring to- Pacific Regional Fishery Management Coordinator Valerie Monson at info@ gether kalo connoisseurs, local farmers and Council at (808) 522-8220. Call the kalaupapaohana.org or (808) 573-2746. community members to share knowledge state Department of Land and Natural and learn about the traditional uses of kalo, Resources Aquatic Resources Division at ‘One Voice’ coming to or taro. (808) 587-0084 for information about the The free workshop runs from 8:30 a.m. new state commercial bottomfish reporting theaters in Hawai‘i, Japan to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 13 at the Pïkake requirements and annual bottomfish Pavilion at Waimea Valley, 59-864 Kame- vessel registration. Call (808) 587-0092 The award-winning documentary One hameha Highway, across from Waimea for questions about all other new state Voice is set to make its theatrical release in Bay. bottomfish regulations. Japan on Aug. 6 and will open in Hawai‘i Speakers include Weston Yap, who will Information about the workshops will be at Consolidated Theaters on Aug. 26. discuss protecting biodiversity and the con- posted online at hawaiibottomfish.info. The locally produced film about 10 nection between food and the Internet, and Kamehameha Schools student song leaders Anthony Deluze, a cultural practitioner. Learn more about your on their journey to Song Contest won the The fifth annual workshop also features Audience Choice Award last year at the an excursion and species identification with Kalaupapa ancestors Hawai‘i International Film Festival. One Jerry Konanui and Penny Levin, as well as Voice also won the 2011 San Francisco Photo: Lynn Cook break-out sessions, a pounding demonstra- Ka ‘Ohana O Kalaupapa will hold a International Asian American Film Festival tion and tasting. series of workshops and presentations Audience Award for Best Documentary Light refreshments will be available. to help families learn more about their Feature and the 2010 San Diego Asian The voice that could call the wind is silent. Kumu Hula Charles Participants may bring lunch or buy lunch Kalaupapa ancestors and present a preview Film Festival Overall Audience Award. K. Ka‘upu, Jr., known for his expertise as a Hawaiian cultural prac- at Nä Mea Ono. To register or for informa- of the names that will be inscribed on the One Voice, co-produced by Heather titioner, chanter, hula master and protocol expert, age 53, passed tion, contact Jennifer Yagodich at (808) Kalaupapa Memorial. Giugni and directed by Lisette Marie away on July 12. 638-5859 or jyagodich@waimeavalley. The ‘Ohana has compiled the names of Flanary, shares the thrill of the competition Ka‘upu was cultural adviser to the Old Lahaina Lu¯‘au for 22 net. more than 7,000 people who were sent to via the personal stories of the student song Kalaupapa. Families are invited to bring directors as they experience the trials and years. With the musical group Hapa, he offered Hawaiian chants Workshops planned on new their ancestors’ names to the workshops tribulations of competition. to audiences who had never heard such a sound. He collabo- where ‘Ohana representatives will be rated with Clifford Nae‘ole on the Ka¯hili Award-winning Ritz-Carl- bottomfish regulations available to conduct research and ensure Hälau Lökahi accepting ton Kapalua Celebration of the Arts, sharing Hawaiian culture and that their relative’s name is on the list for storytelling for 19 years. Famed for his massive ti leaf lei po‘o, he Learn about new bottomfish fishery rules the memorial. Ka ‘Ohana O Kalaupapa K-12 applications was even a radio disc jockey, known lovingly as the “Bushman” and regulations in preparation for the Sept. is a nonprofit organization made up of 1 opening of the main Hawaiian Islands Kalaupapa residents, family members/ Hälau Lökahi charter school, located in of KPOA Maui FM radio. bottomfish fishery. descendants and friends. the heart of Kalihi on Waiakamilo Road, His older sister, Julie Ka‘upu, describes her brother as a boy who Workshops across the Islands will feature Here is the workshop schedule: has a mission to provide a unique model always honored his ku¯puna. With five sisters, she asks, “Was he a interactive booths, information on the >> Aug. 8, McVeigh Hall, Kalaupapa, of education administered with aloha, in an bit spoiled – yes!” She mentions that her brother loved traveling changes to the bottomfish Deep-7 annual Moloka‘i, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. ‘ohana environment. to Japan where he consulted with four hula ha¯lau. A consummate quota from a total allowable catch (TAC) >> Aug. 10, Hilo Palace Theater, 38 Students learn using hands-on to an annual catch limit (ACL), as well as Haili St., Hilo, Hawai‘i Island, 11 a.m.- applications of intellectual concepts in student, he asked a kupuna how to learn Hawaiian language. Her information on the federal noncommercial noon and 7-9 p.m. preparation for college. Hawaiian values answer was, “Go get your grandmother’s Hawaiian Bible and learn bottomfish permit and reporting program. >> Aug. 11, Papa Mu Gallery, Prince are instilled and practice encouraged to read it!” He did. A forum will discuss the options for Kühiö Plaza Mall, Hilo, Hawai‘i Island, 10 in the areas of academic work ethics, Stella Burgess, Hawaiian consultant for the Grand Hyatt Kaua‘i noncommercial fishery data collection. a.m.-4 p.m. cultural preservation, social behavior and Resort, was working with Ka‘upu on the resort’s annual Na¯ Hana August workshops will run from 6 to 9 >> Aug. 12, Ke Kula Ni‘ihau O Kekaha, development as contributors to family Lima cultural event. She knew men who wanted to dance hula p.m. as follows: 8135 Kekaha Road, Kekaha, Kaua‘i, 6:30- and community well being. The school’s >> Aug. 3, Washington Intermediate 8:30 p.m. curriculum incorporates Hawai‘i State and Charles was willing to teach. At the 2009 Celebration of the School, 1633 S. King St., Honolulu, >> Aug. 13, Kaua‘i Community College, Standards and the sophisticated ocean, Arts, seven of the men offered a premiere performance of Ka‘upu’s O‘ahu Hawaiian Studies classroom, Lïhu‘e, environmental and natural and social new ha¯lau, Pa¯ Hula Na¯ Ka¯ne O Keoneloa. When they completed >> Aug. 9, Chiefess Kamakahelei Kaua‘i, 1-4 p.m. sciences practiced by our Hawaiian their hula people remember that the room was still, then it erupted Middle School, 4431 Nühou St., Lïhu‘e, >> Aug. 15, Paukükalo Community ancestors. Hälau Lökahi was the first in cheers and applause. It was as if an ancient band of warriors Kaua‘i Center, 657 Kaumuali‘i St., Wailuku, Hawai‘i charter school to create an >> Aug. 11, Päi‘a Community Center, Maui, 6:30-8:30 p.m. exceptional project combining Science, crossed over from beyond. Perhaps he is there now, chanting for Social Hall, Häna Highway, Pä‘ia, Maui >> Aug. 16, St. John’s Episcopal Church, Technology, Engineering and Math them. >> Aug. 16, Külana ‘Öiwi Multicultural 8992 Kula Highway, Këökea, Maui, 6:30- integrating indigenous cultural practices A celebration of life is planned for Aug. 4 at Kaumakapili Church Center, 600 Maunaloa Highway, 8:30 p.m. and traditions, in 2002. on O‘ahu and later in August at the Old Lahaina Lu¯‘au grounds on Kaunakakai, Moloka‘i >> Aug. 17, Moloka‘i, Kalaniana‘ole Programs include navigation, hula Maui, followed by a scattering of the ashes. —Lynn Cook >> Aug. 18, Läna‘i Community Center, Hall, Kalama‘ula, 6:30-8:30 p.m. (tentative and theatre arts, a dynamic online cyber Fraser Avenue and 8th Street, Läna‘i City, location) program for athletes, surfers, outdoor Follow us: /oha_hawaii | Fan us: /officeofhawaiianaffairs | Watch us: /user/OHAHawaii ho‘olaha lehulehu ‘aukake2011 29 Public notices BURIAL notice 4959 or fax (808) 933-7655, to Duke’s Waikïkï honors paipo board pioneer provide information regarding Waiäkea Ahupua‘a appropriate treatment. All interested NOTICE TO INTERESTED parties should respond within PARTIES IS HEREBY GIVEN thirty days of this notice and file that a historic property (SIHP # 50- descendancy claim forms and/ 10-35-22080) containing a single or provide information to SHPD human femur bone understood as a adequately demonstrating lineal probable burial was discovered by descent from this specific probable Cultural Surveys Hawai‘i, Inc. in a burial or cultural descent from lava sink feature during the course ancestors buried in the vicinity of of an archaeological inventory this survey area. survey related to the proposed development of undeveloped land west of Komohana St. and north of CULTURAL IMPACT Puainako St. within the ahupua‘a ASSESSMENT NOTICEs of Waiäkea, District of South Hilo, Honoköhau Ahupua‘a Island of Hawai‘i TMK: [3] 2-4- Information requested by Helen 001:170. Wong Smith of cultural activities The project proponent is the in Honoköhau Ahupua‘a, North State of Hawai‘i Department of Kona, Hawai‘i, [TMK (3) 7-4-08 Accounting and General Services Por. 13 & 30]; area between Queen contact: Ernst Lau, Public Works Ka‘ahumanu and Mämalahoa Administrator, 1151 Punchbowl Highways, between Hinalani Street Street, P.O. Box 119, Honolulu, and Kealakehe Parkway. Please Hawai‘i 96810; phone: 808-586- respond within 30 days to smith@ 0476. hawaii.edu or (808) 987-4854. Background research indicates that during the Mähele these lands Pülehunui Ahupua‘a Uncle Valentine Kamealoha Apoi Ching Jr. is Duke Waikïkï’s 2011 Ho‘okahiko Award recipient for his dedication and contribution to (along with the rest of the ahupua‘a Information requested by SCS perpetuating Hawaiian culture. Popularly known in the surfing world as the pioneer of the paipo board, Ching helped usher in modern of Waiākea) were awarded to of cultural resources or ongoing surfing while staying true to his roots as a Native Hawaiian. As a teen whose childhood was synonymous with the ocean and ocean Victoria Kamämalu (LCA 7713:16). cultural activities on or near a land sports, Ching quickly grew to love paipo boarding, experimenting with new board designs with his father and mastering his skills as No kuleana (maka‘äinana Land parcel in Pu‘unene, Pülehunui stand-up paipo boarder – a talent that would earn him great respect in the surfing world. Over the years, the Honolulu native has Commission Awards) are known in Ahupua‘a, Wailuku District, Maui shared his knowledge of Hawaiian culture and craftsmanship with younger generations, earning him widespread respect and love. the immediate vicinity. Island, Hawai‘i [TMK: (2) 3-8- Ching – whose passions include making poi, kapa and ipu wai (water containers) – received the award during a private June cere- Following the procedures of 008:019]. Please respond within mony at Duke’s Waikïkï. – Photo: Courtesy of Becker Communications Hawai‘i Revised Statutes (HRS) 30 days to SCS at (808) 597-1182. Chapter 6E-43, and Hawai‘i Administrative Rules (HAR) Draft Consultation Protocol Cultural classes offered Chapter 13-300, the probable burial for Iwi Kupuna Discovery explorers, performers and families at the corner of Ilalo and ‘Ähui is believed to be over 50 years old. During the Archaeological on the go, and a self-paced and streets, one block mauka of Ala Ka Lei Päpahi ‘o Käkuhihewa The project proponent would prefer Inventory Survey for the flexible learning environment. Moana Boulevard at Ward Av- invites all interested in Hawaiian to preserve the probable burial in Honolulu High-Capacity Hälau Lökahi is accepting student enue. language, dance and oli to sign up place; however, the decision to Transit Corridor Project applications for grades K-12. This new addition to the for classes Sept. 3 through Nov. preserve in place or relocate these As required by the Section 106 There is no tuition. Both before- Kaka‘ako landscape features 12. at the University of Hawai‘i- previously identified probable Programmatic Agreement for the and afterschool care programs are local entertainment, fresh-from- Mänoa Kamakaküokalani Center for burials shall be made by the Hawai‘i Honolulu High-Capacity Transit available. For information, call the-farm produce, sustainably- Hawaiian Studies. Island Burial Council and SHPD in Corridor Project, the Honolulu the main office at (808) 832-3594 harvested fish and eggs, local ar- Classes are held on Saturdays consultation with any recognized Authority for Rapid Transportation or visit halaulokahi.com for an tisans, gourmet food vendors and starting at 9 a.m. and are offered lineal and/or cultural descendants, has completed a draft protocol for application. Hawaiian cultural festivities. throughout the day. Classes are free per the requirements of HAR consultation regarding treatment Profits from this eco-friendly for Ka Lei Päpahi members; $50 per Chapter 13-300-33. The probable of any iwi kupuna identified dur- Cultural marketplace marketplace (bring your own course for nonmembers. To register, burial’s proper treatment shall occur ing the archaeological inventory reusable shopping bags) help to call Alma Cirino at (808) 373-4355 in accordance with HAR Chapter survey. This document has been opens in Kaka‘ako support local nonprofits, includ- or email [email protected]. 13-300-38 or 13-300-39. posted on the Honolulu Rail Tran- ing the Next Step Shelter for the Ka Lei Päpahi is a Native SHPD is requesting persons sit Project website, www.Honolu After a grand opening celebra- homeless, Hawai‘i Children’s Hawaiian cultural and education having any knowledge of the luTransit.org. All comments re- tion in July, the Kaka‘ako Makai Discovery Center, Living Life organization consisting of küpuna identity or history of this probable ceived by September 20, 2011, will Community Cultural Market- Source Foundation and Hawai- who teach or have taught in the state burial to immediately contact Mr. be considered prior to the docu- place will be held regularly on ian Healing Center. Department of Education Hawaiian Analu Josephides at SHPD, located ment being finalized and submitted Fridays from 4:30 to 8 p.m. and For information, visit kakaako Studies program. To learn more, visit at P.O. Box 2972, Kailua-Kona, for approval by the Federal Transit Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. makaimarket.com. kaleipapahi.com.  Hawai‘i 96745, phone: (808) 327- Administration.  30 ‘aukake2011 leo ‘elele www.oha.org/kwo | [email protected] trustee messsages native hawaiian » news | features | events Ho‘omaika‘i! A higher calling

hange is really For his good work Dr. Hokoana no‘ai me ke aloha, on Oct. 31 and become Kona Board of important. We was honored as the Manager of residents for the next three cannot grow unless the Year for the entire University There comes a time years. During that time I will Trustees we have of Hawai‘i system. He in every be engrossed in work- change, will be the University of man’s life ing with and assist- “Cand we cannot get very Hawai‘i’s representative ‘Awhen he must decide to ing some of the best Colette Y. Machado far in life if we do not for the Governor’s State change course and em- people in our commu- Chairperson grow,” says Dr. Lui Manager of the Year bark on another which nity whose dedication Tel: 808.594.1837 Hokoana, for whom Award. though a difficult decision to their ancestors and Fax: 808.594.0212 these past few months His success is credited will still be the better for determination to better Email: [email protected] have brought about a to his parents, LeRoy himself, his family and themselves and their ————— lot of changes. In May and Juanita Hokoana, mankind. That time has families is unsurpassed. Boyd P. Mossman 2011, he was appointed Colette Y. who sacrificed and come for me and though Boyd P. I look forward to serv- Vice Chair, Trustee, Maui Associate Vice President Machado provided for their I have come to love those Mossman ing them and also to Tel: 808.594.1858 of Student Affairs for the children’s education. with whom I associate in working side by side Fax: 808.594.1864 University of Hawai‘i Chairperson, His father experienced so many capacities and Vice Chair, with temple workers Email: [email protected] system. In his new Trustee Moloka‘i discrimination while appreciate those whom I Trustee, Maui whom you know and capacity Dr. Hokoana pursuing educational have served in some way, whom I know to have ————— and La-na‘i Rowena Akana will lead the Office of opportunities and was I must now set my sights completely committed Trustee, At-large Student Affairs and be denied advancement in for a higher and more im- themselves to serving Tel: 808.594.1860 responsible for system- education because of portant calling in life. According- the Lord and his children both Fax: 808.594.0209 wide student affairs policies and his ethnicity. Mr. LeRoy Hokoana ly, I have notified Chair Machado living and beyond. And so that is Email: [email protected] student life, including community understood the importance of and the rest of the Board that I will what I will be doing for the next ————— service activities and collabora- education and the opportunities be resigning from my position as three years. Peter Apo tions with the 10 campuses of the it provides and did not want Trustee from Maui for the Office Be assured, however, that I will Trustee, O‘ahu UH system and other educational his children to face the same of Hawaiian Affairs effective Nov. be working hard to the last day to Tel: 808.594.1854 institutions. discrimination he experienced. He 1, 2011. advance the issues which I have Fax: 808.594.1864 Dr. Hokoana has served as the insisted his children attend private It is not without regret or ap- so long advocated for the benefit Email: [email protected] Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs high school and go to college. preciation that I have come to this of our people. Federal recognition ————— at Windward Community College. Mrs. Hokoana was also supportive conclusion but it is without hesi- will come, but when is the question. Haunani Apoliona, MSW Under his leadership, the college and strongly committed to the tation or doubt on my part that I I will offer all my mana‘o to assist Trustee, At-large received $12.5 million to increase education of her children. have accepted a call to serve God in this effort before I leave. We are Tel: 808.594.1886 its capacity to serve Native For Dr. Hokoana, the foundation with my beloved companion as looking at ceded land resolution, Email: [email protected] Hawaiian students. When asked laid by his parents led him to Temple President and Matron of new office space and future eco- ————— what project he is most proud of pursue and receive a bachelor of the Kona Hawai‘i Temple of the nomic development all at once to Donald B. Cataluna he replies: “The work that the arts degree in political science Church of Jesus Christ of Latter- better our position for the new gov- Trustee, Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau college has done in Waimänalo. from the University of Hawai‘i at day Saints for three years. I will erning entity some day. Affordable Tel: 808.594.1881 … After making a few missteps Hilo and a master of arts degree be resigning from all boards and housing remains unfulfilled by OHA Fax: 808.594.0211 we learned how to work in that in communications from the organizations to which I now but again we are in serious review Email: [email protected] community and address their University of Hawai‘i at Mänoa. It belong and discontinuing my of one or more projects that have ————— needs and they helped us be a was his father’s desire for Lui to private work as a commissioner, some possibilities. Education via Robert K. Lindsey Jr. better community college. Today, receive a doctoral degree and that mediator and arbitrator for that scholarships and other aid to Hawai- Trustee, Hawai‘i we have classes being delivered dream was fulfilled in December period of time. This call is not a ians needs to be addressed with the Tel: 808.594.1855 at Waimänalo Elementary, we 2010 when he received a doctoral promotion since it is unpaid. It is results in mind and our administra- Fax: 808.594.1883 have a One-Stop at the Waimänalo degree in education. not a vacation since it requires tion is making progress along these Email: [email protected] quarry. … The culmination was Today, Dr. Hokoana is building 24/7 attention. It is not something lines. Jobs and business success by ————— a community graduation that on that foundation for Native we applied for or coveted. It is, Hawaiians is an important need that Oz Stender honored Waimänalo residents who Hawaiians to pursue higher however, something we could Native Hawaiian chambers can help Trustee, At-large recently graduated from college.” education. He seeks to increase not say no to, and we consider with and this area can be assisted Tel: 808.594.1877 Dr. Hokoana believes in being an Native Hawaiian leadership it an honor and privilege to have by creating Hawaiian chambers on Fax: 808.594.1853 example for his students, so while within the UH system, desires even been considered for this po- Hawai‘i and Kaua‘i to complement Email: [email protected] working at Windward Community to implement systemic change sition. It will be the culmination O‘ahu and Maui. Our summit group ————— College he took courses for his and empower Native Hawaiian of my career and I couldn’t have is working on a kalo initiative and John D. Waihe‘e IV doctoral degree on the weekends students. He is an example and planned a better move as I leave our communications committee is Trustee, At-large from the University of Southern inspiration to us all. my Trustee office after hopefully reorganizing and planning for the Tel: 808.594.1876 California. He successfully Ho‘omaika‘i, Dr. Lui Kealii fulfilling my duty to Hawaiians future. OK, so let’s holomua käkou. Fax: 808.594.0208 defended his dissertation and is Hokoana!  and to the people of Hawai‘i.  Email: [email protected] now a Doctor of Education. We will leave our Maui home Follow us: /oha_hawaii | Fan us: /officeofhawaiianaffairs | Watch us: /user/OHAHawaii leo ‘elele ‘aukake2011 31 trustee messsages State can do more for local small businesses To build a nation – Who are its citizens?

no‘ai kakou … Times are and the Waikiki hotels providing the enate Bill 1520 does two time of the overthrow the nation was tough for Hawaii small approximately 120,000 rooms that are things. First, it formally recog- not an ethnic Hawaiian nation. Its businesses. The Honolulu needed. nizes Hawaiians as being the citizenry was multicultural. So should Star- Surely our elected officials indigenous people not the descendants of the non- Advertiser can ask that APEC open up of these islands. Hawaiian families who were ‘Areported (6/8/11) that we more service opportunities for SSecond, it creates a five- citizens of the nation in 1893 had “one of the nation’s our small businesses. After all, member Commission to and under Kamehameha the poorest-performing various government agencies have begin an enrollment process. Great have a legitimate claim economies last year, collectively given tens of millions of Presumably this enrollment is to citizenship? Third and very registering growth of dollars to APEC, including OHA. tantamount to a voter regis- important is the resources to just 1.2 percent,” which tration drive whereby citizens which the nation would be was the “44th lowest out STOP AIRLINE SEAT of the anticipated nation of entitled. As of today, Hawaiian of the 50 states and was Rowena LOSSES Hawai‘i will have a voice in Peter claims to resources held by well below the national Akana According to the Star-Advertiser its shaping. This is a signifi- Apo the state, particularly land and average.” (6/3/11), our state will lose 188 cant step taken by the state to revenue from ceded lands, To add insult to injury, Trustee, At-large airline seats in September after formally engage in support- Trustee, O‘ahu can reasonably be argued as the state was forced to American Airlines recently decided ing a process that is intended qualifying for transfer to the increase taxes at the to drop its only direct daily flight to lead toward creating the new nation of Hawai‘i. But worst possible time. between San Francisco and nation of Hawai‘i within consider this: Most Hawaiian In July, the vehicle registration fee Honolulu. I believe that high-traffic the State of Hawai‘i. It is probably the wealth is held by the Ali‘i Trusts – increased by $20 to $45. The weight flights to major cities on the West first in a series of actions triggering particularly Kamehameha Schools, tax increased a penny to 1.75 cents per Coast are an important part of Hawaii’s a state version of the Akaka bill. It is Queen Lili‘uokalani Trust, and Queen pound for vehicles up to 4,000 pounds. tourism-based economy and should be also intended as a message to Congress Emma Land Co. Among the three of The rental car surcharge increased to increased rather than eliminated. that the citizens of Hawai‘i support the them (without OHA and Department $7.50 a day from $2 a day until June Although Hawaiian Airlines has said Akaka bill. of Hawaiian Home Lands) the basis of 30, 2012, when it goes down to $3 a they will help to meet the demand by It’s good that we create forums to wealth is in the hundreds of thousands day. Matson Navigation also imposed adding 30 seats beginning in November discuss the nation of Hawai‘i. And of acres of land owned in fee title a $52 charge on all incoming cargo to 2011, as a frequent business traveler, as we talk story there is one question and billions of dollars in cash assets. help recover costs related to paying the I can attest to the fact that the San that we need to spend a lot more time The sobering fact is that the bulk general excise tax. (Star-Advertiser, Francisco flights are always packed considering. Who will be the citizens of Hawaiian wealth would not be 6/26/11) to capacity. A 30-seat addition by of this nation? This is fundamental to available to the nation because these So what can the state do? I have two Hawaiian Airlines will not be enough any nation building. So far, most of the trusts are organized under U.S. federal quick suggestions: to meet the demand. dialogue about Hawaiian sovereignty law and would be subject to the nation In fact, the American Airlines deci- and a Hawaiian nation finds most of Hawai‘i only if they reorganized INCREASE APEC sion seems to only be focused on their people presuming that the nation will under our law. So, while Hawaiians OPPORTUNITIES plans to retire older, less fuel-efficient be one composed of ethnic Hawaiians. seem to be making some progress on Our elected leaders should insist planes and not on whether there is a But there are other voices out there, the question of political sovereignty, that more is done to allow local small market for this flight. Hawaiian and non-Hawaiian, who we are absent any vision for creating businesses to have a crack at the Our economy cannot withstand any are not as sold on the idea of a nation the prosperity of the nation. Projecting Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation’s further erosion of our tourism market. exclusive to Hawaiians. I believe this what might be possible in developing (APEC) service contracts. The APEC We must fight the loss of these seats. is an issue that is far from resolved and economic relationships between a meeting of trade and foreign ministers Losing this daily flight will result in a needs to be addressed. There are three nation of Hawai‘i and the Ali‘i Trusts is from 21 Pacific Rim countries will reduction of jobs for American Airlines compelling circumstances to consider. provocative and elusive. So continues take place here in Honolulu from Nov. employees and other related jobs in the First, is Hawai‘i residency required the long road to self-determination.  7-13 and is expected to attract 20,000 tourism industry and will also cause to be a citizen of the nation? If yes, attendees, including 2,000 journalists. further losses in state tax revenue at the it would disenfranchise thousands What is your mana‘o? Email President Barack Obama and Secretary worst possible time. of Hawaiians living on the mainland [email protected], tweet @ of State Hillary Clinton will also be in If you agree with me, please write or who want to be included. Second is PeterApo, friend me on Facebook attendance. email your elected leaders to do more what is referred to as “continuum,” or see my videos on YouTube.com/ The APEC Hawaii Host Committee for small businesses during the APEC a concept federal agencies consider peterapo. has estimated that the conference will meetings. when accepting applications for generate about $131 million in spending Aloha Ke Akua.  nation status from American Indians in Hawaii, but how much of that money and Native Alaskans. The continuum will trickle down to Hawaii’s small Interested in Hawaiian issues and concept requires that to be recognized businesses? So far, it seems like the OHA? Please visit my web site at www. as a nation, the tribe or native group Ka Wai Ola only real winners are the big high- rowenaakana.org for more information had to exist in some form as a nation Subscribe online today. tech companies that are providing or email me at [email protected]. prior to becoming part of the United technical or communication services States. If applied to Hawai‘i, at the oha.org/kwo 32 ‘aukake2011 leo ‘elele www.oha.org/kwo | [email protected] trustee messsages native hawaiian » news | features | events Census 2010 impacts State Legislature (final of 2 parts) Great questions!

o ë nä ‘öiwi ‘ölino, nä pulapula fice of Elections, scroll down and you will Geothermal at Wao Kele process is moving forward to develop a Haloa, mai Hawai‘i a Ni‘ihau, find Reapportionment Commission items O Puna a plan for the area. Something we can puni ke ao mälamalama. Every 10 specific to Redistricting and Reapportion- My July column advocated for all look forward to. ¯ years the U.S. Census is ment to examine. You will find geothermal as a way to free taken. The U.S. Census contact information and building Hawai‘i Island from our Keaukaha School Eresults in fresh data on regional redistricting plans online. Relat- addiction to oil during this cafeteria demographics and needs of ing to redistricting information time of peak oil when sup- “What is going on with populations. For Hawai‘i the you will find 2011 Reappor- ply is diminishing, demand our full-service conven- decennial census, in this instance tionment Commission Mem- increasing, gas prices sky- tional cafeteria for Keau- the 2010 Census, triggered an bers, 2011 Reapportionment rocketing, cost of goods and kaha School?” important process relating to the Advisory Councils, Introduction services escalating. This has been an exercise upcoming elections in Hawai‘i Guide to Redistricting, Crite- Four folks took the time in ahonui (patience) for 20 for 2012. Haunani Apoliona, ria for Reapportionment, Rules to call me about Wao Kele Robert K. years. Many have been and Hawai‘i State Constitution MSW of the 2011 Reapportionment O Puna, which I truly appre- Lindsey, Jr. are continuing to work very and statute require that a biparti- Commission, Reapportionment ciate. Unless we ask ques- hard to make our full-ser- san Reapportionment Commis- Trustee, At-large Frequently Asked Questions and tions and express concerns Trustee, Hawai‘i vice conventional cafeteria sion be constituted to conduct the Reapportionment Timeline. about an issue or topic we a reality. At the community reapportionment before May You will also find Reapportion- care passionately about, the level, I want to acknowl- 1 of the reapportionment year. ment Online Maps that include kepalö (bad spirits) will be edge Kumu Lehua Veincent Leaders of the Legislature’s majority and 2000-2010 Population Changes – by 2001 having “good fun” in the rafters at our (Principal), Uncle Pat Kahawaiola‘a, minority parties name four members each Senate District, 2000-2010 Population expense, the aloha we have for each Mapuana Waipa, Luana Kawelu and to serve on the Reapportionment Commis- Changes – by 2001 House District, and other will be lost and our credibility Lukela Ruddle (OHA CRC-East sion. My June 2011 KWO column provid- Hawai‘i 2010 Blocks with Population. compromised. Hawai‘i). At the political level, I want ed early information on membership and You will find the laws governing redis- The question is this: “If you sup- to acknowledge former Sen. Dwight organization of the commission. tricting, previous reapportionment infor- port geothermal are you promoting Takamine, current Sen. Malama Solo- Following the certification on April 29, mation and relevant links. You can track geothermal at Wao Kele O Puna? mon, Rep. Jerry Chang and Gov. Neil 2011, of Reapportionment Commission the decision-making progress of the com- When OHA got the kuleana it Abercrombie for their kökua. Chair Victoria Marks, the commission mission by clicking on Reapportionment agreed, ‘no geothermal.’ ” Several sessions ago Senator amended its rules. The Notice of Meetings Commission meeting materials to review The answer is, “No, I am not pro- Takamine was able to get us all the of the Commission had been of particular each agenda as well as the minutes of each moting geothermal at Wao Kele O funding needed for Planning & De- interest to community and public advoca- meeting. The Reapportionment Commis- Puna.” Well before I came to OHA, sign, Construction & Personnel for cy groups. Rule 7 of the Reapportionment sion web page timelines notes: Aug. 4, the Board had agreed upon taking a full-service conventional cafeteria. Commission currently reads: “Notice of the Congressional, State Senate and State possession of Wao Kele O Puna that We have been rebuffed time and again any regular, special, or rescheduled meet- House plans will be presented to the com- the existing geothermal well would by the DOE, BOE and the Lingle Ad- ings of the Commission shall be posted mission. Aug. 7, 2011, is the statutory be dismantled and its geothermal ministration but we holomua. The at least six days in advance of the meet- deadline for the commission to publish subzone status removed. The Deed of DOE relented in 2010 saying, “Okay ing on the State of Hawaii’s website, the the proposed plans. Aug. 9, 2011, com- Transfer to OHA is clear – future geo- Keaukaha you can have your cafeteria website for the Office of Elections and in mission adopts three proposed plans. Aug. thermal exploration and development but it will have a ‘serving kitchen,’ not the Commission’s office at 802 Lehua Av- 30, 2011, the first public hearing on the is not allowed. a ‘full-service kitchen’ because the enue, Pearl City, Hawaii 96782. Notwith- proposed plans held, and Sept. 16, 2011, My personal position: I will not legislation approving the funding did standing the foregoing, no notice shall be the last public hearing on these plans held. compromise OHA’s credibility. A not say we have to build a full-service required with respect to the reconvening Sept. 26, 2011, by statutory deadline the past Board made a promise; “A prom- conventional cafeteria.” In a nutshell of a Commission meeting that is recessed, commission adopts final reapportionment ise made is a promise kept.” The well what this means is the meals for our provided that prior to recessing the meet- plans and files with the Chief Elections has been deactivated so that part of keiki will be prepared at a cafeteria at ing, the time, date and location of the re- Officer. Oct. 10, 2011, by statutory dead- OHA’s commitment is pau. Lifting another school and brought to Keau- convening of the meeting is announced. line the Chief Elections Officer publishes the geothermal subzone status re- kaha. All notices shall state the time, date and final plans. Dec. 29, 2011, is the statu- mains a “work in progress.” During the 2011 session with help location of the meeting and shall include tory deadline to submit Reapportionment As a sidebar, to assure that we from Representative Chang and Sena- an agenda listing all the items to be con- Commission final report to the Hawai‘i fulfill our obligations to this special tor Solomon, “legislative intent” for a sidered at the meeting. … ” State Legislature, which convenes Jan. 18, place and meet our promises to you full-service conventional cafeteria for The Reapportionment Commission 2012. Ë ala käkou. 32/48  we now have an OHA Land Manager Keaukaha was clarified via a budget rules, a total of 15 pages, can be accessed assigned to Wao Kele O Puna. He is proviso. Now that “legislative intent” on the Reapportionment Commission web E kala mai, last month’s column had an Cheyenne Hiapo Perry. Cheyenne has has been clearly established, when we site. Three steps can take you to the Re- incorrect headline. The headline should a great feel for the land and for our meet with the DOE folks about our apportionment Commission web page. have read “Honoring King Kamehameha: people and within him tremendous cafeteria in August there should be First, input ehawaii.gov and go to menu Washington, D.C., to Hawai‘i.” KWO re- scholarship and leadership based on “no clouds” in their sky. Should there bar item Government. Second, click on grets the error. experience, education and intuition. be ... Auë nö ho‘i ë!  Voting and Elections. Third, click on Of- With his help a community driven Follow us: /oha_hawaii | Fan us: /officeofhawaiianaffairs | Watch us: /user/OHAHawaii leo ‘elele ‘aukake2011 33 trustee messsages Together, we must work to educate our Hawaiian people

ducation is the key to the salvation of in order to move a Hawaiian education universities, as well as within the prison trust that, when fully endowed, could provide our Hawaiian people, and I am con- initiative forward with unprecedented walls. For example, Queen’s Hospital and vouchers for Hawaiian children to attend vinced that the only way our people collaboration and wide-ranging educational Kapi‘olani Hospital foundations may con- private schools throughout the state from can rise to become the great leaders programs to meet the educational challenges sider providing financial or in-kind support preschool through post-high school. that I know they can be is of our people. We could develop to train our people in all areas of manage- Eby obtaining a solid education. We an educational coalition. Although ment and operations of hospitals and clinics. With limited resources, DHHL, Alu Like have heard time and again about this is not a new idea, it has Queen Lili‘uokalani Trust can similarly sup- and OHA have, over the years, collabo- how Hawaiians stand at the top of never moved forward because of port individuals who aspire to become doctors rated to meet the educational needs of our the list – incarceration, drug abuse, reasons that include: “we cannot and nurses along with continuing to provide Hawaiian children and families through uneducated, children in foster care, collaborate because of collusion,” social services and counseling our orphaned scholarships, workforce trade schools and welfare, etc. The time has come to “anti-trust,” “the Sunshine Law,” and indigent children. The Kamehameha DHHL’s Home Ownership Assistance Program seriously work together to give each “the concept doesn’t meet the Schools should reach outside its walls to (HOAP). Over the past five years, OHA has and every Hawaiian a solid educa- Oswald needs of our mission,” and/or “it provide more educational opportunities for expended more than $72 million toward edu- tion. Although it may be too late for doesn’t meet the guidelines of our Hawaiians in preschool through doctorate cational programs (over $14 million per year). some, we must address the problem Stender Strategic Plan.” I strongly feel, programs. Kamehameha can also do more If each of our Ali‘i Trusts combined equal re- now no matter how monumental a however, that if there is a will, and to support and provide for those wishing to sources, we could be funding more than $86 task it might seem. We must face Trustee, At-large if the objective is true and right, we get an education in the trade schools and ju- million in educational programs per year. this challenge with commitment, should be asking, “How can we do nior colleges. Rather than building new cam- resolve, determination and the will- this?” instead of giving reasons as puses, Kamehameha should instead charter We need to put our resources together, ingness to think and act “outside the box.” to why it can’t be done. public schools in areas that have high con- create a working coalition and build a centrations of Hawaiian children – Wai‘anae, stronger Hawaiian educational base so that Now is the time for our Ali‘i Trusts, along All of us need to support, provide or com- Nänäkuli, Nänäikapono, Keaukaha, Anahola our people today and in future generations with the Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA), plement programs to meet educational needs and Waimänalo – to name a few. can have the quality of life they all deserve. the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands whether it is within the home; public, charter Let us work now to build a strong foundation (DHHL), and Alu Like to pool our resources and trade schools; and community colleges/ Our educational coalition could fund a for the future. 

WONG big sign that he is on the fast track Continued from page 19 to the big leagues is that he will ' play in the Arizona Fall League in Pu¯lama O Waimea for the draft, which he became October. The league is for pros- eligible for again after his third pects who are about a year away Saturday, August 13, 2011 college season. The difference: from promotion to the big leagues. is proud to present 10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. He signed a $1.3 million bonus, So that means more time away more than 10 times his offer out from home. And unless Hawai‘i is an annual celebration of of high school. Better still, he has gets a major league team, he will Pu ¯ lama 'O Waimea three years toward his degree out have to chase his dream away the rededication of Waimea Valley and all of the of way. from the Islands. work in which has been done to protect and preserve As of mid-July, the 5-foot-9, “The only thing I bring from this sacred land. It is a special event and we would like 190-pound, left-handed hitting Hawai‘i is all my heart,” Kolten to share this day with you! second baseman was holding up said. “I know where I’m from. I Come and enjoy the many activities that will mark this special occasion. well in the Midwest League. He know where I’ve been raised. It General admission: $15 per person was playing regularly and was feels good to be from Hawai‘i; it hitting .333 with two home runs in helps you show how strong you Keiki under 12: $7.50 per keiki. 15 games. are as a person. A lot of kids go It’s too early to tell how long it away and come back because they Special Food and Beverage Menu on-site for purchase. will take Wong to reach the major get homesick. This shows how Pre-sale tickets available. Call 808 638-7766 for details. leagues. He got a brief taste when much I want to be here and how There will be a special entertainment from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm. he signed his contract last month at much I want to be a professional – Special Tours of – – Artisans & – – Native Plant Sale – – Crafts & Activities – St. Louis’ Busch Stadium, where baseball player.” Waimea Valley he got to take batting practice and To keep up with Wong, his team’s Practitioners Featuring: Hala, Koa, Loulu palms, (For Keiki of all ages) (featuring our talented staff) ukulele making • lau hala weaving Kalo and much, much more! meet the big leaguers. His Quad web site is riverbandits.com.  feather work • weaponry demonstration Cities team is in Low Single-A. The natural progression is High Stacy Kaneshiro covered sports Single-A, Double-A and Triple-A. for the Honolulu Advertiser for He will advance only as fast as he 19 ½ years and has been published progresses. It could be one to three in USA Today and Baseball www.waimeavalley.net years, or sometimes longer. But a America. 59-864 Kamehameha Highway North Shore of O'ahu across from Waimea Bay Hale'iwa, Hawai'i 96712 • Phone: 808 638-7766 • Fax: 808 638-7776 34 ‘aukake2011 ho‘ohui ‘ohana www.oha.org/kwo | [email protected] family reunions native hawaiian » news | features | events E na- ‘ohana Hawai‘i: If you are planning a reunion or looking for genealogical information, Ka Wai Ola will print your listing at no charge on a space-available basis. Listings should not exceed 200 words. OHA reserves the right to edit all submissions for length. Send your information by mail, or e-mail [email protected]. E ola na- mamo a Ha- loa!

2011 was Kealohapauole Kalaluhi Ka‘auhaukane Mele; Hakuole d) Kahalau; Sam Kahananui; and the descendants of Nellie Kehaulani web site, www.lovellameholokahiki.org. Send (w). Ana first married Joseph Kaiamakini Meleana Penikala; David Haleamau; Lee Bowers, Lale Shaver, Kathryne Leilani your mailing information to: Teri Apana, 125 Kanoholani (k). They had ‘ekolu kamali‘i: Joseph Kahalehookahi: Alfred Kahananui: Lee Labonte, Cecile Francis Venn Bass Hoku St., Hilo, HI 96720 or email linaalo AKIONA/PAPANUI – The Akiona- Joseph Kaiamakini Kanoholani (k), Makini Samuel Kahananui; Eliza; Joseph; Alfred Schlegel, Leslie Louis Marquette, Lilikala [email protected]. Papanui descendants will host their first fam- Kanoholani (k) and Mary Kaiamakini Kelii Jr.: Makaokalani; George Kinoulu; Kame‘eleihiwa, Kekau Henry Reuter Lee, ily reunion Aug. 18-21, 2011, Thurs.-Sun. Kanoholani (w). Later, Ana married John Von Kaholi; Mileka; Ana: Rose Wauke: Kahalau: Paul Venn Lee, Amy Joyce Lee Liu, Lillian PUHI – The descendants of Edward Kenao in Hilo, Hawai‘i. We invite all descendants Iseke and they had ‘umikümäkolu kamali‘i: Georgene; George; Joseph; Maria; Lunalilo; Lee Franklin, and Claude Henry Hottendorf. Puhi and Annie Kepale Poli‘ahu are planning of Sarah Pi‘ikea Papanui and Kam Sheong Maria, Elizabeth (Kapuaakuni and McKee), Joseph; Annie Ana Purdy; William Kalani You are welcome to attend the ‘Ohana their family reunion at Hale Nanea clubhouse Akiona from South Kona, Hawai‘i. Their 13 Theresa (Kapiko and Quin), John Isaacs Purdy; Jobi Ulumaheihei: Tammi Texeira; Pueo 5th annual Reunion O‘ahu Cultural in Kahului, Maui, July 13-15, 2012. They had known children are: Rose Kalei‘eha Akiona (Lincoln), Joseph, Antone, Anna, Henry, Kulia; Harley; Desirae Purdy; Sheena; Alika; Workshops in September 2011. For informa- eight children: Edward Puhi Jr. (m), Kamaile (Thor Morck), Benjamin Kalani Akiona (Helen Louis (Silva), Joseph Joachim (Cockett) Jory Purdy; Kuakini, Ikua; Delphin Analani tion, contact Lilikala Kame‘eleihiwa at lilika Puhi (f), Ida Leilehua Puhi (f), Annie Kenao Kalaluhi), William Kalani Akiona (Amoe Frank (Pereira), Charles and Katherine Alexander: Bronson Purdy; Shanon DeReis; [email protected]. Puhi (f), Mammie Hiku Puhi (f), Miriam Wong), Holbin Holoae Akiona (Erminda (Sing). The ‘ohana would like to update all Noah, Dallas; Myah: Ryan DeReis; Mary: Lahapa Puhi (f), Walter Leilani Puhi (m), Medeiros), George Papanui Akiona, Nani genealogy information, records of birth, mar- Rosemary Boothby Eddie: Uilani; Edwina: ZABLAN – Hui O Zablan 2011 plans: George Kaihilani Puhi (m). For informa- Kaluahine Akiona (Leroy Kay), Katherine riages and death, photos, address, phone Frederick; Edward; Asa; Jandy; Abraham: Annual Picnic Sat. 20 Aug 2011, 9 a.m.-6 tion regarding the reunion or to send your Kaili‘eha Akiona, Charles Kuhaupi‘o Akiona numbers and e-mail. For information, con- Leimomilani; Kalani; Nui Kane: Momi; p.m. at Section 30, Magic Island, Ala Moana information, email Anne Nohealani Stephens (Irene Kupihea), Albert Awana Akiona tact Conkling Kalokuokamaile McKee Jr. at Kopela; Hannah; Victoria; Paul; Anna, Verna, Beach Park. Look for the Hui O Zablan (Kamaile’s granddaughter) at annekama (Emma Molaka Ka‘ai), Edward Akiona, 808-734-6002, Jackie Kapiko at 808-235- Kealapua; Meleana; Kelii; Kahau; e) Keoki: sign. Bring a chair. Reunion Luncheon Sat. [email protected] or call (808) 281-8648. Arthur Ka‘aonohi Akiona (Daisy Haina), 8261, Colleen (McKee) Tam Loo at 808-729- Kalua; Kawainui; Moke; Miliama; f) Kikaha: 5 Nov 2011, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Tree Tops Roseline Akiona (John Goodwin), Irene Alun 6882, Peter (Kapiko and Quinn) Machado at Kekumano; Kealoha g) Nahuina; Aho; Kaika Restaurant at Paradise Park, Mänoa Valley, Akiona (Thomas Kaleo). For reunion infor- 808-689-0190, “Boss” (Iseke) Sturla at 808- (h) Kamakee; ) Nahalea: Poai, Loe Annie; Honolulu. Questions on the events? Call mation, visit our blog at www.akionapapanui. 664-9795, Louie (Isaacs Iseke) Peterson at Kaninau; John Aloanu; James; Ben Amina; Auntie Leatrice Zablan, 734-4779. Cousin FAMILY Search blogspot.com or contact reunion chairman 808-216-9331 or Pauahi (Baldomero and Charles Ai; Alice Wahine; Rose Kapohiwa; Kimi, 341-1732 is taking orders or questions Micah Kamohoalii at Micahkamohoalii@ about the new Zablan goldenrod shirt. The Wegener) Kazunaga at 808-842-7021. The Samuel Kahele; Daniel; Moses Ulaule; 4) GOO – We are seeking the descendants gmail.com. mo‘opuna kuakahi would be very pleased to Puleimoku: Nalei Nahale‘a; Kaluna: Melia deep red Hawaiian shirt design again features Cousin Kimo Zablan’s art work. Cousin of Goo Tong Akuna and Chang Shee (aka welcome anyone willing to participate in our Haleamau; Louis: Agnes; Louis; James; Chang Oe). They had the following children: DUDOIT – The descendants of Charles monthly ‘ohana reunion meetings. Contact Kamawae; Elia; Puou; Julian; Maraea; Uliana; Tammy Correa Beaumont is producing the Victor Abraham Dudoit and Margaret shirts at a very reasonable price. Shirts will Lawrence Goo born 1889 (he was a taxi driv- Puanani (McKee) Orton at 808-235-2226. Kaohiwaii; Kinoulu: Kupono; Elikapeka: er in Honolulu), Yeh Wah Goo, Sing Kum (Maggie) Makai Nawahine are holding a Komela; Ana; Imoaole; Kaohiwaii Kupono be available for pick up at the Zablan Picnic. family reunion Aug. 6 and 7, 2011, at Wailua KAUPU – Na ‘Ohana ‘O Edward Kikino Call Susan Victor, 988-1272, if you have any Goo born 1896, Sim Goo born 1898 (adopt- and Kealoha: a) Kawahineahanui: Naeole; ed), Choy Goo born 1900. Goo Tong also (Manai) Moloka‘i property where there chil- Kaupu is planning their Family Reunion Kanoho; b) Kenoa; c) Nakaula. Call Annie late additions to Family Album. dren were born and raised. If you have any for Aug. 19 and 20, 2011, in Kailua-Kona, married Puakailima Kaholokula in 1880. We Purdy at 261-0078 or Analani Alexander at are having a Goo Tong Akuna family reunion questions or would like to attend, email Hawai‘i. We invite all descendants of 261-4140. [email protected] or call 723-1893. Edward Kikino Kaupu (1868) and Miriam Aug. 12-14, 2011, on Maui and are inviting Makaehu Makaenaena (1871). Their 11 NAUMU – The descendants of John 2012 the descendants of Goo Tong and Chang Shee GOO TONG AKUNA – The descendants children are: Hannah Kaupu, Sam Kaanoi Punuali‘i and Evalani Agnes Naumu to attend. Any information from this side of of Goo Tong Akuna/Puakailima Kaholokula Kaupu (Louisa Kaanoi Kahananui), Robert Sr. announce their Naumu Reunion 2011 the family would be appreciated. For infor- and Goo Tong Akuna/Chang Shee (aka Chang Keanokealakahikikapoleikamakaopua Kaupu “Christmas Casino Night with the Naumus,” KAHAKU/HAMAUKU AKONA mation, see the GOO TONG AKUNA list- Oe) will have their seventh family reunion (Sarah Kanelii Kaleikulahalemanohaili Saturday, 17 Dec 2011, O‘ahu Veterans The descendants of David Nalehua Kahaku ing on this page. on Maui Aug. 12, 13, and 14, 2011, at Opii (b.1906) of Waihe‘e, Waikäne, O‘ahu. Kamali), Emily Aukai Kaupu (Soong Young Center, 1298 Kükila St., Honolulu, Hawai‘i KA ‘OHANA O KALAUPAPA – has the Hannibal Tavares Community Center in Lee), Harriet Kaupu, McKinley Kaleihiano 96818, 2-10 p.m. For information, email T.H. married in 1937 at Papulukoa, Käne‘ohe, Pukalani. All descendants of Ah Ki Akuna, to Victoria Hamauku Akona Jones (b.1911) records and resources that could provide you Kaupu (Rebecca Kekai Puou), Victoria [email protected]. Find us with information about any ancestors you Apiu Akuna, Ah Chuck Akuna, Mary Ah Pin Kahalelaukoa Kaupu (George Hanalei on Facebook KaIkaikanaNaumuokaMua@ of Wahiawa, Köloa, Kaua‘i. T.H. will be hav- Chung-Leong, Hannah Ah Han Ah Fong, ing the first ‘Ohana Reunion in July 2012. might have had at Kalaupapa. Contact us Kaualoku Hanawahine Sr.), Esther “Lua” groups.facebook.com. Check out our Naumu by e-mail ([email protected]), mail Mabel Ah Lan Alana Wallace, Jack Pun San Kaupu (Kwang Yo Min/Severino Domingo official web site www.naumuprideoftheis David N. Kahaku is the son of David Kahaku Akuna, Henrietta Ah Hong Apo, Malia Maria Sr. of Maui T.H. and Kaanunu of O‘ahu (Ka ‘Ohana O Kalaupapa, P.O. Box 1111, Sr.), Julia Kaupu (Wong Yuen), Hattie Kaupu lands.com. RSVP form applies for this event Kalaupapa, HI 96742) or phone (Coordinator Naehu, Edward K. Akuna, Agnes Neki Igarta, (Julian Nabarro) and Helen Kaupu. Please and can be found online. Submit RSVP and T.H. Victoria Hamauku Akona Jones is the Lawrence Goo, Yeh Wah Goo, Sing Kum daughter of Mathias (Haueauku) Puahiwa Valerie Monson at 808-573-2746). There is email [email protected] if you have any checks payable to: JENF P.O. Box 30072, no charge for our research. All descendants Goo, Sim Goo, and Choy Goo are invited to questions or need more information or call Honolulu, HI 96820. Hamauku of He‘eia, O‘ahu T.H. and was attend. Monthly meetings are being held to hänai by Ulysses Henry Jones and Mary are also welcome to become part of Ka Aunty “V” @ (808) 328-2659. Check us out ‘Ohana O Kalaupapa. plan and coordinate the festivities. Everyone on FB, Na Ohana O Edward Kikino Kaupu. PUEO – Calling all descendants of Pueo, Napoe Awa in Käne‘ohe, He‘eia. Mathias is invited to attend; any suggestions or com- including Maineki, William and Henry father is J.M.K.H. Akona and mother is M. ments to help make this reunion a success are KAAIHUE – Aloha, my mother’s name KUPONO/NAKUIHAAWEAWE – Reuter, as well as Hana Lale Reuter, Solomon Kihei Kapaianu and resided on the island of is Clara Hooipo Kaaihue born April 28, welcomed. To volunteer entertainment, sing The Calling of the Lord – 1) Kaiama: a) Keawekane, Ka‘aukai Kahanakuamo‘o, Kaua‘i. T.H. Lucy (Lucia) Hamauku Akona is karaoke, speak on cultural history or fami- 1922. She was born and raised in Lahaina, Hainoa; Livia, Hekekia, Kamaka; b) Keao; Nellie Reuter Mackenzie Kane, Emma Lale her mother. The family request all ancestral Maui. Her parents names are John Lihau and ly history please contact us. We will have an c) Kaleo: Hattie Pupuka: Violet Lincoln; Reuter Silva, Anne Reuter Sheldon, Elizeo and descendants of the Kahaku, Kaanunu, “open mike” night on Friday, Aug. 12. We Cecelia Kupu, they were both born in Kaupö, Margaret Lincoln; Henry Lincoln Wikala Jose Silva, Nils Omstead, Kaliko Koko, Diki Kapaianu, Hamauku, Opii and all related Maui, and resided on the Honolua Ranch. would like to record any oral history from our Lincoln: Anna Pupuka; Clarence Moku; Reuter, Matther Ho‘onani Kane Sr., George families to contact these following family küpuna. Anyone with video expertise or video In doing my Hawaiian ‘Ohana research, I Nelson Moku; Samuel Moku; d) Mele; ) Cypher Sr., Amoy Cypher Muller and Malia members to update our ‘ohana’s genealo- noticed that her name on her birth certifi- equipment that would like to help, please Keone; 2) Kanehailua: a) Wahinekapu: Lolu; Cypher Rees. These include the following gies and for more information regarding the contact us. This video and our slideshow cate says Adeline Kaaihue. My mother never Kahilanui; Keola; Kuike; Kaulana; Hailua; families and their descendants: James Francis reunion: Ilona Lopes (808) 216-6671, Ronny went by this name and I don’t know where will be available on CD. Join our Facebook Anna Kalopi; Emily; Keka; Lokalia; Samson; MacKenzie Jr., Charles Kawohionalani Cruz (808) 239-2494, Peter Jones (808) 699- page (GooTongAkunaReunion) and visit our it came from. I am unable to complete my Kanahelua; Sam: b) Mikaele Kauinui; c) MacKenzie, Arthur Henry Ku‘uleialoha 1444, and Chevelle Keawe (808) 630-5520. Hawaiian Home Land paperwork because I web site (www.gootongakunareunion.com) Mokihana Kanehailua: Leulu; Kahale; Omstead Rees Sr., Anna Kawelolani Kane for information and updates. Contact Blair KUKAHIKO – To the descendants of need someone from the ‘Ohana to write a let- Kainui; Kamanu; Kauanoe; John Kalawa: Kama Gunderson, Emil Solomon Olmstead ter testifying the she is one in the same per- or Patti Kitkowski at [email protected]. John Kalawa Keawe; Samuel Kalawa; Mary Kane, Albert “Birdie” “Foots” Kane, John, Kamaka and Halulukahi Kukahiko, Phone (808) 877-4200 or cell (808) 264- there will be a reunion July 19-22, 2012, in son or if there was a twin and she received Kalawa; Ella Kalawa; Elizabeth Kalawa; George Ke‘ehukalani Cypher Jr., Nadine the wrong birth certificate. Please email me, 0669. Our mailing address is 122 Ihea St., Theresa Kalawa; Johnson Kalawa; Florence Haleakala MacKenzie, Louisa Kauokalani Maui. Please update addresses and emails Pukalani, Maui, HI 96768. at [email protected] or Facebook Edie Williams, at [email protected] or call me Kalawa; Emma Kalawa; Harry Kalawa; Kane Aipia Kapehe, Violet Kau‘ihealani at (559) 813-0418. 3) Kaukaliinea: a) Paiwa: Olivia; Lilinoe: Kane Ka‘aila‘au, Henry MacKenzie event-Kukahiko Reunion 2012. An e-mail KA‘AUHAUKANE – Na Lala O Ana Kaluawai Kaukaliinea; Nani; Kumakahiwa; Sheldon, Matthew Ho‘onani Kane Jr., blast on the details will be sent out in late Lumaukahili‘owahinekapu Ka‘auhaukane MEHAU – I am searching for my half- Kaleiaupuni; Olivia; Joseph; Nahale; Edna Ululani Kane Aiona, Charles Edward August or September. sister (A-Nella, Mehau) and my stepmom will celebrate our seventh ‘ohana ho‘olaule‘a Mamae; Kauka: Nalei; Naea: Sam Kaimuloa; Kane, Kalama Kane, Marjorie Napuanani and pä‘ina Aug. 21, 2011, at KEY Project in LOVELL A ME HOLOKAHIKI – The Beverly Mehau, who resides on a Big Island Lydia; Pika; Alii; Kona; b) Kalua: Kealii Kane Silva Felix and Margaret Kane. ranch. I got separated from this family when Kahalu‘u on O‘ahu island. Ana’s makuakäne Kaninau; Wahinekapiula; Keawe-Hawaii; These also include the descendants of: Nalei ‘Ohana of Joseph and Mele Holokahiki will was Kamokulehua‘opanaewa Ka‘auhaukane gather on the Big Island July 25-29, 2012. I was in elementary. If anyone has informa- Pika; Namakaokalani; Kauahi; Mokuaikai; Silva, William Joseph Ali‘inoa Silva, Ihilani tion about my family, please provide me with (k) and makuahine was Pailaka Ho‘ohua (w). Kaniela; Lepeka; c) Lo‘e: Kailipakalua Emmaline Silva Miller, Evans Ka‘ohu Silva, They had five children: Loika, John, Daniel, Ana was born March 3, 1845, in Ka‘auhuhu, William and Jennie. Please save the dates. an address on how to contact my ‘ohana at: Kaholi; Luahine; Kauokalani; Nalei; Hannah Lale Silva Fonseca, Bennie Silva, Norbert Alcaide, 1250 E. Arica Rd., Eloy, North Kohala, on Hawai‘i Island. Her date Luahine; Maluhiluhi; Kealii; Haili; Kaholi; Stanley Ross Silva and Joseph Josito Silva, We will be visiting the birthplace of Mele of death is Jan. 30, 1917. Her kaikua‘ana Holokahiki. Come and meet family. Visit our AZ 85131.  Follow us: /oha_hawaii | Fan us: /officeofhawaiianaffairs | Watch us: /user/OHAHawaii ma¯keke ‘aukake2011 35 the marketplace

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