Third graders were steeped in Hawaiian history and culture this academic year – and are reaping the rewards of this enriching academic journey in more ways than one. The festive lū‘au celebration marked a joyous culmination, uniting the entire Class of 2034 in the spirit of tradition. The students enjoyed hands-on experiences like making haupia from freshly grated coconut and preparing an imu pit for the slow-cooked flavors of kālua pig.
But the learning didn’t stop there – the Class of 2034 also ventured to the Ka‘aumoana Lo‘i to harvest the remaining kalo. It was a banner year for the patch, yielding over a thousand pounds of kalo, which was enough to produce poi for the Hawaiian plate featured at Carnival.
The third-grade faculty worked closely with Punahou’s Kuaihelani Learning Center, tapping into its rich cultural expertise, according to Kumu Cory Mau. “We are excited about this partnership and the collaborative learning it fostered,” said Kumu Mau.
