Kapuaoluolumaikalani Apetahinotemehani Peleiholani-Blankenfeld

Plans after high school:

University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo

Intended interest area of study?

Hawaiian Studies/Environmental Science

Favorite moment from high school?

Hōʻike 2019 - Battle of Kuamoʻo

Most influential adult throughout my K-12 journey:

I have multiple adults that have been infliential throughout my K-12 journey. From kindergarten to 5th grade there were two women who were a big influence in my life, Mrs.Fendenz and Mrs. Kikawa. They pushed to focus on my work and to never give up. Kumu Kimo was the influencial to me in middle school as he help me to reconnect with my culture and language through hula and guided me through middle school. Finally, Kumu Kealiʻi Akina has been the most influencial person to me throughout my high school career as he taught me how to stand on my own two feet. He taught valueable life skills and how to be a strong kanaka and stand up for what I believe in.

What are you most looking forward to?

Being able to make a difference for our lāhui!