Imi Na Auao is an independent research program for high school students who demonstrate giftedness and intense interest in the study of Hawaiian culture. The primary objective of Imi Na Auao is to produce students who can use investigative skills and appropriate resources to organize research materials and find an appropriate outlet for a finished product on a Hawaiian topic of interest. This paper describes the target group, the identification/selection process, the instructional delivery plan, evaluation plan, and student successes. Application procedures, evaluation criteria, a nomination form, and an assignment sheet concerning the writing of an autobiography are appended. (JDD)