Ke Kula ʻO ʻEhunuikaimalino - Campus Expansion Storymap
Ka Nuʻukia He honua Mauli Ola Hawaiʻi me ka mākaukau pū e holomua ma ke ao nei. The Vision A learning community where Mauli Ola thrives and students are prepared to flourish in the western world.
Ke Kula 'O 'Ehunuikaimalino (KKOE) partnered with the University of Hawai'i Community Design Center (UHCDC) to outline a long term vision for the school as well as provide a proof-of-concept design for the phased expansion of the campus. This work builds on the mission, values, and vision previously established by the KKOE Working Group over years of planning discussion by the KKOE 'ohana. This project has been paused until further notice. Please click on the links below to navigate the website in ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi or English.
About Ke Kula ‘O ‘Ehunuikaimalino
Ke Kula ‘O ‘Ehunuikaimalino is a K-12 Hawaiian Language Immersion school located in Kealakekua on Hawai'i island. The school serves students from Waikoloa to Na‘alehu within the Honokaa-Kealakehe-Kohala-Konawaena Complex Area. Established in 1995, the school has relocated several times and currently exists as a self-contained campus adjacent to Konawaena School.
KKOE has seen steady growth since its inception, with enrollment projected to keep increasing over the next 5 years. This growth has put a strain on resources, especially classroom space, as the campus currently operates at 170% capacity. KKOE is exploring potential future campus sites taking into account location, long term sustainability, and cultural learning objectives.
Mikala Fernandez, OHAHawaii, May 20, 2015, Ke Kula ʻo ʻEhunuikaimalino, [Video] Youtube.com
Ke Kula ‘O ‘Ehunuikaimalino School History
1990-1994
Pūnana Leo o Kona established as the Hawaiian Language Immersion private pre-school site at Keauhou ma uka.
1994-1996
Kula Kaiapuni Hawaiʻi o Kona established as the Hawaiian Language Immersion public school program site.
1995-1996
Kula Kaiapuni Hawaiʻi o Kona classes held at the Pūnana Leo o Kona site.
1996-1999
Kula Kaiapuni Hawaiʻi o Kona site moved to Kealakehe Elementary School. Staff grew each year from one to four.
1999-2000
Kula Kaiapuni Hawaiʻi o Kona site moved to Konawaena Elementary School. Staff grew to five teachers.
2000-2001
Kula Kaiapuni Hawaiʻi o Kona projection of permanent site established for the Konawaena Middle School site.
2002-2003
Ke Kula ʻO ʻEhunuikaimalino established as a separate school site temporarily housed at the old Konawaena Elementary site. Staff includes a Poʻokumu (Principal), a SASA and clerk, nine teachers which includes a 0.5 Special Education and a 0.5 Counseling position.
2003-2004
Ke Kula ʻO ʻEhunuikaimalino moved into newly renovated Konawaena Middle School site as permanent home. Positions added are a full time SSC and a full time Librarian with library. Brand new dining hall, portable, and bathroom facility built.
2006-2007
Ke Kula ʻO ʻEhunuikaimalino, a full K-12 site. First class graduates.
*Information compiled from FacGIS (hidoe.maps.arcgis.com)
*Information compiled from FacGIS (hidoe.maps.arcgis.com)
2040 Vision for Ke Kula ʻO ʻEhunuikaimalino
The 2040 Vision for KKOE was developed in February of 2020 by Hui Mākua to help guide decision making on matters related to the school over the next 20 years.
Focus
ʻŌiwi leadership to flourish in our current world environment
Connecting Space to People
- Access to kai
- Access to mauna
- Additional site areas
Community Development
- Partnership with organizations/community to support stewardship for the younger generation with culturally significant areas to perpetuate practices;
- Commercial kitchen which support farm to school initiative;
- Community gathering area (Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau);
- Adequate facilities to allow students to participate in sporting programs;
- Kumu housing on perimeter of campus;
- Modern Hawaiian building structures;
- Agriculture land where stewardship of ʻāina can be practiced;
- High-tech classrooms;
- Modern Hawaiian healthcare: lāʻau lapaʻau, lomi lomi, etc.
Campus Expansion Project Genealogy
March 2020
Senator Kanuha introduces a resolution exploring a land acquisition of a 5-acres parcel adjacent to, and for the future expansion of KKOE.
July 2020
Legislature appropriates $2M for KKOE land acquisition.
October 2020
Funding released; Subsequently, 5-acre parcel listing is removed from the market.
January 2021
Office of Senator Kanuha convened meeting with stakeholders to discuss the $2M appropriation. KKOE Working Group formally established
July 2021
KKOE Working Group concludes the need for community input. HIDOE and Hui Mākua identifies need too be consistent with 2040 KKOE Vision Plan
August - September 2021
Four Listening Sessions (s) with HIDOE, KKOE Admin, kumu, support staff, Hui Mākua and haumāna
September 2021
Senator Kanuha submits memo to HIDOE (Assistant Superintendent Tanaka et al.) regarding the future plans for KKOE.
June 2022
UHCDC begins a proof-of-concept study that aims to: • Engage KKOE stakeholders to develop a long term vision and phased implementation plans for campus expansion related to the projected acquisition of a 5-acre parcel adjacent to the existing campus. • Develop design strategies and considerations that align with the mission and values of the school. • Produce visuals and other documentation needed to support next steps, funding requests, and to inform future professional planning and design teams.
Project Paused
Ahupuaʻa Kalukalu & Kanakau
The existing campus of Ke Kula ʻO ʻEhunuikaimalino is within the ahupuaʻa of Kalukalu. The 5-acre parcel intended for campus expansion is located in the adjacent ahupuaʻa of Kanakau.
*More ahupuaʻa & wahi pana maps still in-progress.
Check back soon for more updates!
Hawaiʻi Island
Hawaiʻi island is divided into six moku (Hilo, Puna, Kaʻū, Kona, Kohala and Hāmākua). Further, Ke Kula ʻO ʻEhunuikaimalino is located within the moku of Kona.
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South Kona
Kona is subdivided into two regions, north and south Kona. South Kona stretches from the Ahupuaʻa o Keʻekeʻe to Kaulanamanua. Over time, ahupuaʻa boundaries have shifted, pushing the proposed site to stretch between the boarders of Kalukalu and Kanakau. However, the existing site of Ke Kula ʻO ʻEhunuikaimalino is recorded to be in Kalukalu and Onouli 1, which is in the uppermost region of South Kona.
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Ahupuaʻa Kalukalu & Kanakau
The existing campus of Ke Kula ʻO ʻEhunuikaimalino is within the ahupuaʻa of Kalukalu. The 5-acre parcel intended for campus expansion is located in the adjacent ahupuaʻa of Kanakau.
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1901
Ke Kula ʻO ʻEhunuikaimalino is currently seen here in Onouli 1. The boundaries are established to define Kanakau, Kalukalu, Onouli 1 and 2. Konawaena School is seen in Kalukalu. Nearby, approximate area for sugar plantations are seen north of the current school.
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1924-1925
The proposed site is seen in Kalukalu with Konawaena school road and Konawaena school marked along the boarder of Kalukalu and Onouli. Puu Lehua trail is marked running across the region and up north toward Hokukano Tract.
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1960
Onouli 1 and 2 boundaries are not defined within this map, however Konawaena School building foot prints are noted along with adjacent water sources. Puu Lehua trail is now marked as a jeep trail and rock walls are verified to run near ahupuaʻa boundaries. Within this map, the main highways are also marked.
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1970s
The series of images show boundaries, or possible property lines, that align with the rock wall markings within the previous maps recorded in 1924-1925 as well as within the 1960s. Existing developments such as Konawaena school, Japanese school and also the nearby cemetery are depicted along with main highways.
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1996
Halekii, Kanakau, Kalukalul, and Onouli boundaries are highlighted along with Mamalahoa highway. The water tank southeast of the school and cemetery stretching along side of the highway are recorded. Near by building footprints are also visible along with existing avenues and rock wall boundaries.
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Wahi Pana
Areas noted throughout the ahupua'a Onouli, Kalukalu, and Kanakau include heiau, water sources, and other places of significance. Surrounding Ke Kula ʻO ʻEhunuikaimalino and the proposed campus expansion site, there are many wahi pana both included in the map and beyond.
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Property Information
The proposed site for the campus expansion is a 5-acre parcel located directly north of the Konawaena School campus. An easement road to the north connects the parcel to Hawaiʻi Belt Road.
5-acre Parcel
The 5-acre parcel is a rectangular shaped site that slopes downwards from east to west. It is currently under private ownership, being used as pasture land.
Parcel Comparison
The 5-acre parcel is more than double the size of the current campus.
Topography
Future site planning will need to consider the topography of the site.
Buildable Area
Slide the bar to reveal the sloped areas of the site. Green areas highlight the places most suitable for expansion, while the red areas illustrate steeper slopes that pose significant limitations to development.
Click on a point of interest to learn more about it!
Site Tour
Site Tour. Click to expand.
Click here for a guided tour of the proposed site for campus expansion! Then scroll down!
Konawaena High School
Konawaena High School. Click to expand.
Ke Kula ʻO ʻEhunuikaimalino
Ke Kula ʻO ʻEhunuikaimalino. Click to expand.
Existing KKOE campus; TMK: 381,002,038; at 2.488 ac
Proposed Site for the Campus Expansion
Proposed Site for the Campus Expansion. Click to expand.
TMK: 381,002,071 and approximately 5.2 ac
Site Tour: Utility Easement
Site Tour: Utility Easement. Click to expand.
There is an existing 100 ft easement along north side of the parcel that would allow vehicular access to the site from the highway.
Site Tour: Upper Fence-Line
Site Tour: Upper Fence-Line. Click to expand.
Upper fence-line looking makai (above image). Top part of the parcel is slightly sloped. There is an access road right outside of the fence line.
Site Tour: Gravel Area
Site Tour: Gravel Area. Click to expand.
View facing Mauka. At the low end of the site, there is a gravel filled, flattened area with views to the ocean that could be a potential area for immediate development.
Site Tour: Existing Structure
Site Tour: Existing Structure. Click to expand.
There is an existing 1 bed 1 bath cottage, currently functioning off-grid, at the bottom north-west corner of the site.
Site Tour
Click here for a guided tour of the proposed site for campus expansion! Then scroll down!
Konawaena High School
Ke Kula ʻO ʻEhunuikaimalino
Existing KKOE campus; TMK: 381,002,038; at 2.488 ac
Proposed Site for the Campus Expansion
TMK: 381,002,071 and approximately 5.2 ac
Site Tour: Utility Easement
There is an existing 100 ft easement along north side of the parcel that would allow vehicular access to the site from the highway.
Site Tour: Upper Fence-Line
Upper fence-line looking makai (above image). Top part of the parcel is slightly sloped. There is an access road right outside of the fence line.
Site Tour: Gravel Area
View facing Mauka. At the low end of the site, there is a gravel filled, flattened area with views to the ocean that could be a potential area for immediate development.
Site Tour: Existing Structure
There is an existing 1 bed 1 bath cottage, currently functioning off-grid, at the bottom north-west corner of the site.
About UHCDC - University of Hawaiʻi Community Design Center
The University of Hawai'i Community Design Center (UHCDC) is a teaching practice established and led by the University of Hawai'i at Manoa School of Architecture.
We provide alignment, engagement, communication, research, planning, and design services that provide stakeholders with data, analysis, prototypes, insights, resources, and visualizations that help to collectively guide and inform next steps.
Proof of Concept
Proof of concept involves pre-procurement research, planning, and design services that can include, but is not limited to stakeholder alignment, community engagement, applied research, design investigations, prototyping, and preliminary costing to better define and fund projects ahead of contracting a professional planning and design team.
