Academics at Māhele Luna

Māhele Luna is a dynamic and innovative kula nurturing and cultivating Native Hawaiian haumāna to become servant leaders and successful lifelong learners. Our world class college preparatory curriculum support college and career readiness.

Our division, spanning grade 6-12, feature:

• Small, personal classes taught by the best kumu
• A culturally grounded school experience that strengthens Hawaiian identity and ‘ōlelo Hawai‘i
• Values-centered education offering an opportunity to grow intellectually, culturally and spiritually
• School traditions that are unique to our community and cherished by graduates
• A rich and varied campus life with 20+ student clubs and many volunteer programs
• Maui Interscholastic League athletic team representation in every sport
• An alumni network of 25,000 representing all KS K-12 campuses
• Generous financial aid to help with tuition costs and uniform assistance
• Bus Service to and from campus for those residents in Lahaina, Kīhei, and Central Maui

Kamehameha Schools Maui offers an intimate, caring Christian community in an atmosphere ideally suited for study, work, and play.  Graduates leave our campuses ready and able to contribute to their ‘ohana and communities, they know their kuleana to pass on ‘ike and to work with and for the generations to come and are able to take leaderships roles in various areas.

Māhele Luna (Grades 9-12) has an average enrollment of 480 students and 120 students per graduating class. Admission is competitive. The acceptance rate at the high school is 1:6. The student body is diverse, with a wide range of interests and talents. Kamehameha Schools' admissions policy gives preference to children of Hawaiian ancestry to the extent permitted by law. Special consideration is extended to Hawaiian orphans and indigents.

Māhele Luna (Grades 6-8) has an average enrollment of 324 students and 108 students per grade level. Admission is competitive. The acceptance rate at the middle school is 1:4. The student body is diverse, with a wide range of interests and talents. Kamehameha Schools’ admissions policy gives preference to children of Hawaiian ancestry to the extent permitted by law. Special consideration is extended to Hawaiian orphans and indigents.

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College and Career Academy

The high school program is designed around the Career Academy model and offers students four academy options.

1. Academy of Arts and Communication
2. Academy of Business
3. Academy of Information Technology/Engineering
4. Academy of Science & Natural Resources

In addition to meeting all graduation requirements, students complete an endorsement in one or more of the academies. The academy endorsement certifies that a student has taken a prescribed course of study in a particular field. KSM Kumu and staff will support and guide you through the process to achieve your college and career readiness objectives.

• Māhele Luna Course Catalog 23-24
• Māhele Luna Profile 17-18

Table shows the class of 2016 distribution across the academies.

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Grade Point Average

GPAs are cumulative, computed each semester. Honors courses and college-level courses for which students receive dual credit are not weighted. GPA is calculated using the following scale.

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Advanced Program Offerings

Advanced-level courses are worth the extra effort and college admissions views the completion of these courses positively. KSM offers and encourages students to take the following advanced courses:

• English: Honors English 9, Honors English 10, Honors English 11
• Science: Honors Biology, Honors Chemistry, Photonics, AP Biology, AP Physics
• Mathematics: Pre-Calculus w/Trigonometry, AP Calculus
• World Language: Hawaiian 3, Hawaiian 4, Honors Hawaiian 5, Japanese 3, Japanese 4, Spanish 3, Spanish 4
• Academy: Digital Video Production II, AP Studio Art 2-D Design, AP Studio Art 3-D Design

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College and Career Readiness

College dual credit

Students have the opportunity to earn both high school and college credits through a partnership between KSM and the University of Hawai‘i Maui College or Hawaii Pacific University.

• UHMC Classes: English 100, Psychology 100, Sociology 100, Math 115, Math 215, ISC 101, ISC 110, ISC 171, ICS 184

• HPU Classes: Communication (Speech) 2000,  Japanese 2100, Hawaiian 2100

• Naviance
  is a comprehensive K-12 college and career readiness online program that enables self-discovery, career exploration, academic planning, and college preparation for KSM students. Naviance is available for student and parent use. It is a one stop shop to research college and careers.
• Ka ‘Imi Internships
  Students are introduced into career specific skills culminating into an internship the summer following their junior year.
• Hō‘ike Nui Senior Project
  is a research paper and product designed by the student demonstrating in-depth understanding of a particular area of concentration. Junior seminar teachers will guide the student through the research development and the Hō‘ike Nui research paper will be the focus of the second semester. Academy advisors will oversee the development of the product.
• College tests and preparation
  are facilitated and paid for by KSM for the Grade 10 PSAT and Grade 11 SAT
• Post-high scholarships
  The 2016 senior class received more than $1 million for post-high education.
• College Visits and Family Workshops
  Students and families are exposed to a variety of colleges during the annual college visit week. Admissions officers meet with students and share more about the varied college experiences and offerings.
• Servant Leadership
  is a core element of the KS Maui experience. 60 hours of community service is a graduation requirement and positions learners to lead and contribute to their communities, both locally and globally.

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Technology Program

Each Māhele Luna (Grades 6-12) haumana is given an Mac laptop with wireless internet access anywhere on campus.

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Discover your artistic voice!

Art grows the heart and the imagination so that our science, technology, engineering, and math will reflect what is best in us. Kamehameha Schools Maui (KSM) has placed a high priority on active engagement of our students in the appreciation, observation, and creation of art. We value experience with art not primarily for the practical benefits, but for the insight, satisfaction and enjoyment it can add to our students’ lives and perspectives. From kindergarten to grade 12, KSM haumāna have the arts integrated into their curriculum.

The quality of the Arts Program has been recognized at the local and national levels, with our students receiving numerous awards. In addition, students are able to showcase their talent and products in annual Student Art Exhibitions. Our accomplished art faculty is dedicated to fostering the artistic talents in all the students they serve.

Performing arts

Student involvement in performing arts at all levels is a cornerstone of the KSM experience. Performing arts builds poise and confidence in our students, allowing them to shine in the public spotlight. Dance, theater and music enrich the community by providing diverse opportunities to take part in and enjoy performances on all parts of our beautiful campus.

Performing arts course offerings

Performances

Visual arts

Our students’ artwork is a celebration of creative expression and free thought. By engaging our students in the fine arts, emphasis is placed on learning by doing, which in turn fosters self-confidence and individualism. Each piece is a unique reflection of the value our school places on creativity and the artistic voice. The arts program at KSM helps to distinguish us as a world class school.

Visual arts course offerings