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Community invited to learn more about first Hawaiian immersion school in Kaʻū
Those who attend today’s meeting from 3 to 5 p.m. at Ke Kula Nā ʻAʻaliʻi Kū Makani o Kaʻū’s recently secured classroom space inside the former Shirakawa Hotel will hear about its plans, goals, mission and more while meeting leadership and others interested in the project.September 7, 2024 · 1:00 AM HST
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Community invited to learn more about first Hawaiian immersion school in Kaʻū
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