Kuiokalani L. Gapero is a kumu (teacher) who teaches Hawaiian language and culture through hands-on and community-centered methods. His education comes from military service, hula practice, and Indigenous learning spaces. Kui earned a Bachelor of Arts in Hawaiian Language, a Master of Arts in Indigenous Education, and is working toward a Doctor of Education (Ed.D) in Organizational Leadership for Adaptation and Change. He sees teaching as careful work that supports steady growth through shared learning and responsibility.