Since its founding in 1841, Punahou School has educated students to become the next generation of leaders and innovators. Learn about our rich history, visionary leadership and guiding principles.
At Punahou, somewhere between the first day and the last, there are moments that mean everything. Moments of independence and belonging; of challenge and discovery. Apply now for 2024 – 2025.
Our new Mission Statement is a response in the voice of our students and an expression of the timeless values we share as children of Ka Punahou, the new spring.
In celebration of music, 34 music artist-educators and staff members of the Music School and Music Department shared their talents and performed a wide variety of selections including classical, jazz and Hawaiian music.
Seventy-five people from 21 different countries became new American citizens during the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services naturalization ceremony on Wednesday at Dillingham Hall.
Punahou bids a warm mahalo to its faculty and staff who are celebrating milestone anniversaries or retiring from Punahou this year. We are deeply appreciative for their commitment and dedication to enrich our School and community. Punahou has greatly benefited from their longstanding contributions.
This event is FREE and open to the community. No RSVP or tickets required. For more information, contact Punahou Music School - 808.944.5829 - musicschool@punahou.edu
Learn about Punahou’s priorities for the new school year from President Mike Latham, Academy Principal Gustavo Carrera, Junior School Principal Todd Chow-Hoy and moderator Noelehua Archambault, Vice President for Institutional Advancement.
Sidney and Minnie Kosasa Community – with its lush outdoor spaces filled with native plants, flowers and trees – abounds with opportunities to teach children about Hawaiian culture.
President Mike Latham ’86
“You have this incredible opportunity to attend one of the very best schools in the world. And I want you to think about how to make the very most of that opportunity.”