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05/25/2026
Happy Memorial Day from all of us at the STARBASE Hawaii 🇺🇸
Today we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Their courage, dedication, and commitment to protecting our freedoms will never be forgotten.
As we spend time with family, friends, and our communities, we pause to reflect with gratitude for those who gave everything for our nation.
Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day. ❤️🤍💙
05/16/2026
Get ready for an exciting week of hands-on STEM adventures with STARBASE Hawaii!
Our STARBASE Hawaii Summer STEM Exploration program gives students the opportunity to dive into the worlds of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics through engaging, interactive activities designed to spark curiosity and creativity. Throughout the week, students will explore exciting topics such as robotics, engineering design, circuitry, coding, rockets, CAD, teamwork challenges, and more — all while learning through hands-on discovery and problem-solving.
Whether your child already loves STEM or is just beginning to explore it, this program is designed to inspire confidence, creativity, and a passion for learning in a fun and supportive environment.
STARBASE Hawaii Summer STEM Exploration
WHAT:
STARBASE Hawaii Summer STEM Exploration
WHEN:
June 15–18, 2026
8:30 AM – 2:30 PM Daily
WHERE:
Kea‘au Armory at Shipman Park
16-512 Volcano Hwy
Kea‘au, HI 96749
WHO:
Open to students entering 4th–6th grade
WHY:
Hands-on STEM Exploration through exciting real-world activities and challenges!
Space is limited, and we are excited to welcome the next generation of Hawaii STEM explorers!
Mahalo,
STARBASE Hawaii
05/15/2026
🎓🌟 Huge congratulations to our latest graduating classes from Hawaii Academy of Arts and Sciences! 🌟🎓
Over the past few days, these amazing students explored the world of STEM through hands-on learning, teamwork, creativity, and problem solving with STARBASE Hawaii! 🚀🔬🤖
From chemistry experiments and engineering challenges to robotics, circuitry, and physics, these students brought curiosity, energy, and outstanding teamwork to every activity. We are so proud of the confidence, creativity, and perseverance they demonstrated throughout the program.
A big mahalo to the students, teachers, and staff at Hawaii Academy of Arts and Sciences for partnering with us and helping inspire the next generation of innovators, engineers, scientists, and leaders right here in Hawaiʻi! 🌺
Keep dreaming big, asking questions, and exploring the world around you — your future is bright! ✨
05/14/2026
🚀 What an awesome night of STEM exploration at Science Night!
From hands-on engineering challenges and robotics to exciting science experiments and creative problem-solving, our students had the chance to explore, discover, and imagine the possibilities of STEM in action. 🌟
Big Mahalos again to the Hawaiʻi Science and Technology Museum, Keonepoko Elementary School, and all of our incredible community STEM partners, volunteers, educators, and mentors who helped make this event such a success.
Seeing the excitement, curiosity, and smiles from our keiki reminds us why these community events matter so much. The future is bright, and Hawaiʻi’s next generation of scientists, engineers, innovators, and explorers is already getting started! 🔬⚡🤖
05/14/2026
🌟 Big Mahalos to the Hawaiʻi Science and Technology Museum and Keonepoko Elementary School for hosting such a fun and inspiring Science Night!
Mahalo to all of our amazing community STEM partners for sharing your knowledge, passion, creativity, and hands-on activities with our students and families. Events like this help spark curiosity, encourage innovation, and show our keiki that science, technology, engineering, and math are all around us every day.
We are so grateful for the teachers, volunteers, organizations, and community members who continue to invest in the future of Hawaiʻi through STEM education. Your time and enthusiasm truly make a difference! 🚀🔬⚙️🌋
05/05/2026
Episode kanahā kūmāono (46) lava fountaining has begun!
Episode kanahā kūmāono (46) lava fountaining has begun! USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reports the eruption began this morning, May 5, at 8:17 a.m.
Lighbt and variable winds are in the forecast, becoming southeast this morning at the surface; upper level winds will be light to moderate from the west.
🌋Plan to visit? Here is what you need to know:
🚧 Stay out of closed areas! Serious injuries have occurred in closed areas, and entering closures puts you and park staff at risk. Excellent, safe viewing opportunities are available in open areas.
🧠Stay away from cliff edges, they are unstable and undercut. If you feel the ground shaking, move further away from the caldera edge.
💯Monitor air quality: https://www.nps.gov/havo/air-quality-alert.htm. If unhealthy levels of volcanic gas (vog) are present or tephra starts falling, leave the area.
🚫Temporary closures may occur if vog or tephra (falling volcanic material) create hazardous conditions.
🥽Protect yourself from tephra: shelter indoors or in your vehicle; use eye protection, hat, long sleeves/pants, gloves. Dust masks help protect your respiratory system from tephra (not vog).
🚗Expect heavy traffic near the entrance and along Hwy 11.
🛑Slow down, follow signs, watch for detours, and listen to rangers.
🚙Park only in designated areas; don’t block roads or emergency access.
🔒Do NOT leave valuables in your car — most break-ins happen when items are left visible.
🏠First-time visitors: Start at the Welcome Center. Take Crater Rim Drive West to Kilauea Military Camp about a mile from the park entrance.
🚶🏽➡️Pedestrians: stay alert and use sidewalks/crosswalks.
👀Watch for nēnē on roads and in parking lots; never feed wildlife.
📲Check park alerts, viewing areas, webcams & livestreams: https://www.nps.gov/havo/planyourvisit/eruption-viewing.htm
📸: NPS Photo/J.Wei of the lava fountain beginning from the north vent this morning, taken from Keanakākoʻi side of the caldera. The fountain is already increasing in height.
05/05/2026
🌟🎓 Congratulations to our newest STARBASE Hawaii Graduates! 🎓🌟
Today we celebrate the amazing students from Hawaii Academy of Arts and Sciences who successfully completed their STARBASE journey! 🚀
From exploring chemical reactions and energy transformations to building models, experimenting, and thinking like real scientists and engineers, these students showed curiosity, teamwork, and perseverance every step of the way .
We are incredibly proud of the way you embraced challenges, asked big questions, and grew your STEM skills. The future is bright—and it starts with YOU! 💡
A huge MAHALO to the teachers, staff, and supporters at Hawaii Academy of Arts and Sciences for partnering with us to inspire the next generation of innovators. 🤝
🌈 Keep exploring
🔬 Keep experimenting
🚀 Keep reaching for the stars
05/04/2026
Mahalo to Na Leo TV for covering the Hawaii Island VEX IQ State Celebration Event hosted at Waiakea Intermediate!
We are so proud of all the hard work of our local elementary and intermediate VEX IQ teams that showcased their amazing robot designs!
Nā Leo TV
3 likes. "Culture Corner - Hawai'i VEX IQ Regional Celebration Tournament 2026"
05/03/2026
🌌✨ Astro Day 2026 – Mahalo for an Amazing Community Event! ✨🌌
What an incredible day at Prince Kuhio Plaza for Astro Day 2026! 🚀
Yesterday was filled with curiosity, discovery, and hands-on STEM fun for keiki and families across our island. From exploring space science to engaging in interactive exhibits, it was inspiring to see our community come together to celebrate learning and innovation.
A huge MAHALO to all the amazing STEM organizations, educators, volunteers, and community partners who made this event possible. Your passion and dedication continue to spark curiosity and open doors for the next generation of scientists, engineers, and explorers.
Events like Astro Day remind us that science is all around us—from the stars above to the ideas we build together right here at home. 🌠
To all the families and keiki who joined us—thank you for bringing the energy, excitement, and wonder. We hope you left inspired to keep asking questions and exploring the world around you!
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