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Now enrolling for Fall 2026 for children ages 2.5 – 5 years old. Subsidies available.

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Today we welcomed representatives from 10 campuses of the University of Hawai‘i System for the Pūko’a Council Summit, creating space to exchange ideas, strengthen connections, and advance collective efforts across the UH System.
Today we welcomed Dr. Laure Burke on her appointment as Dean of Business, Legal, Technology, Culinary, and Hospitality at Kapi’olani CC. Her leadership, dedication to student success, and commitment to innovation will continue to strengthen pathways for our haumāna and the communities we serve.
Mahalo to the University of Hawai'i Office of the Vice President of Research and Innovation for visiting Kapi‘olani CC today. It was an honor to welcome interim Vice President of Research and Innovation Chad Walton, Assistant Vice President for Research Administration and Compliance Victoria Rivera, and Director of Office of Indigenous Knowledge and Innovation Kamuela Enos and share meaningful conversations around research, innovation, and the future of our students and communities.
Kapi‘olani CC students, faculty, and staff Nominations for the 2025-2026 Board of Regents Excellence in Teaching Award are open. We are pleased to honor the faculty who have taught with aloha, who have supported and challenged us, and who have made a lasting difference in our academic journeys. Their dedication, compassion, and commitment to student learning have truly uplifted our campus. Recognize their excellence and submit your nomination by April 28
Welcoming the University of Hawaiʻi Board of Regents and President Wendy Hensel to Kapiʻolani Community College It was an honor to host today’s BOR meeting. Mahalo for your time, your presence, and your continued support of our haumāna, campus, and community. 💙 #KapiolaniCC #UHawaii #ThereIsAPlaceForYou
Alani Children’s Center is now enrolling for the Fall 2026 semester for children ages 2 and a half years -5 years old. The program’s hours are M-R 8:00-3:30, F 8:00-2:30. To enroll visit https://www.kapiolani.hawaii.edu/support-and-campus-life/alani-childrens-center/ The Alani Children’s Center provides quality early childhood care and education and serves as one of the laboratories for the Honolulu CC Early Childhood Education program. Kapiʻolani CC students have priority for enrollment.