Kahuwaialiʻi Ruth
Kaapana

Plans after high school:

I am going to attend UH Hilo.

Intended interest area of study?

I am majoring in nursing.

Favorite moment from high school?

My favorite moment from High School was the senior Keʻei trip. I really enjoyed the time I had with my classmates and kumu. It was different from when we went in elementary and middle school because we had more freedom and were able to visit new places.

Most influential adult throughout my K-12 journey:

I have two and I cannot choose because they both have equally affected my life. The first is Kumu Pōmaikaʻi because she keeps me in check when I need it and pushes me to be my best self. The second is Kumu Kealiʻi because we are able to laugh and joke around with each other, but when it is time to get things done, he helps me to stay focused and puts me to work because he knows I can get lazy.

What are you most looking forward to?

I am looking forward to starting adulthood, but I am also scared because my routine is going to change.