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Senior Jenica Wong wears the blood drop costume to invite students to participate in the raffle. The raffle was a fun trivia to test how much students knew about the blood donation process and its outcomes. Photo by Kaiulani Ferrer.
The Academy’s blood drive gives a second chance at life
April 15, 2024
What time is it? Participants enjoy “It’s Slime Time” by getting their hands messy. The recipe used to make the slimes included glue, contact lens solution, food coloring and shaving cream. Photo by Jenica Wong.
Symposium inspires next generation of women in STEAM
March 20, 2024
Ssebayiteko takes a selfie after school. While she may not be doing it here, the senior participated in a growing trend called sadfishing. She posted pictures of herself crying due to the stress of college applications. Photo by Anna Casupang.
Sadfishing: Teens caught up in rising trend
December 22, 2023
Scholastic judge Sara Satro congratulates senior Madison Iwashita (right) on winning the Distinguished Young Women’s Award. Iwashita is the first Academy student to win this award since 1994. Photo courtesy of Kelsey Kojihara.
Seniors win big at Distinguished Young Women Program
October 17, 2023
(Left to right) Academy students Tiarelei Keanu and Kaila Teves folding donated clothes for Maui fire victims. They volunteered at today’s donation drive, which collected enough items to fill three vans and a truck. Photo by Keira Wheeler.
Lancer community helps Maui fire victims
August 11, 2023
(Right) Teacher Monika Kelly throws to a teammate from the class of 2026. Lancers walked to a nearby park and played games, as part of the LIFE Day activities. The games encouraged class bonding and team work in a non-academic setting.
LIFE Day comes back to life for good
March 13, 2024
The day begins in the campus gym, where pairs of LIFE Team members (photo left) Jetaime-Tihani Tajiri and Reagan Beissel and (photo right) Jayna Amasol and Keira Iwamoto lead the school in the gospel song, “Gloryland.” The liturgy brings together the Lower and Upper School students for Catholic Schools Week. The LIFE Team, or worship team, has a reputation of lighting up every mass or religious event with much enthusiasm for God. LIFE Day is at the forefront of these events, as the student members plan the day’s activities.
Living the Lancer LIFE Day experience
March 6, 2024
Sacred Heart Academy seniors hold their paddles tight in the waters of Magic Island. (From Left to Right) Senior Veda Gang, Anna Pinkerton, Madison Iwashita, and Charli Omura. Photo courtesy to Mahina Monsarrat Ohelo.
Senior paddlers navigate their final season
February 20, 2024
Seniors Amber Wolfe, Kana Barlag and Daphne Ibrao celebrate National Letter of Intent (NLI) Day at the Elks Lodge in Waikiki. They committed to sports programs at their colleges of choice. Photo courtesy of the Ibrao Family.
Ready, set, go
February 20, 2024
Infographic by Zaneya Caires.
INFOGRAPHIC – Females in flight
February 10, 2024
Tarot Time: Elemental Exploration (Fire and Earth)
Tarot Time: Elemental Exploration (Fire and Earth)
May 13, 2023
Music is present in our everyday lives. Photo courtesy of Flickr.
Music and how it affects us
April 12, 2023
KA LEO KONVOS: Draft Day
KA LEO KONVOS: Draft Day
January 24, 2023
Ka Leo created its own mental health playlist on Spotify. This playlist contains the five best songs/types included in the article. Check out the playlist, by Abigail Walker, here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4Np43AHc33E2KCEbBIPx99)
5 best songs/types to include in a mental health playlist and why
January 23, 2023
Fall in love with this list of songs, from Daniel Caesar to Bruno Major. They will be sure to warm your heart. Photo courtesy of PXHere.
Playlist to warm your heart
November 10, 2022
Sacred Hearts Academy’s Lower School basketball team remains undefeated, winning 10 games this division II Catholic Schools League (CSL) season.
Lower School’s basketball team remains undefeated
April 3, 2024
This year, senior Jenica Wong became the first student from Sacred Hearts Academy to play football. She represents the all-girls Catholic school on PAC-5s football team. Her coaches say she is treated the same as the boys and that her dedication and hard work earned her playing time. The first actual game I played…we were versing Saint Louis School (SLS) and up by 10 points,” she said. “Toward the end of the game, the special team’s coach grabbed me by the collar and told me, ‘hit somebody,’ and I went with that in mind.” While she didn’t make any plays that day, PAC-5 won the game against SLS, with a score of 10-0. “This was not only a win for PAC-5 but for the stigma that ‘girls dont belong’ or ‘girls cant play,’” the 17-year-old said about the October game.
Wong makes history as first Lancer football athlete
March 14, 2024
PAC-5 varsity Division II soccer team smiling through the blood, sweat and tears of their hard work. They boast a trophy as state champions for the third year in a row. Photo courtesy of Dowda-Gates.
Wolfpack soccer completes a three-peat
March 7, 2024
Sacred Heart Academy seniors hold their paddles tight in the waters of Magic Island. (From Left to Right) Senior Veda Gang, Anna Pinkerton, Madison Iwashita, and Charli Omura. Photo courtesy to Mahina Monsarrat Ohelo.
Senior paddlers navigate their final season
February 20, 2024
Seniors Amber Wolfe, Kana Barlag and Daphne Ibrao celebrate National Letter of Intent (NLI) Day at the Elks Lodge in Waikiki. They committed to sports programs at their colleges of choice. Photo courtesy of the Ibrao Family.
Ready, set, go
February 20, 2024
In this article, I will be sharing my top 5 books and why you should read them. Photo courtesy of Pexels.
My top five books and why you should read them
January 26, 2024
My tortoise and rabbit getting to know each other. Who would win the race? Photo by Gennellea Amasol.
Aspiring Veterinarian: Rabbit care
January 25, 2024
Sadfishing is a growing social media trend, in which people post emotional content of themselves to gain sympathy from followers. A recent study by BMC Psychology states, “Emotional posts are often shared online during or shortly after an emotional experience with the intent of evoking supportive feedback from others.” This editorial cartoon depicts sadfishing by showing a young girl fishing in a metaphorical lake. Her big catch is a smartphone, which shows a post she made on social media. The girl is upset and crying in her post. The fish circling the phone symbolize her social media followers, most of whom are friends who know her. They reach out through direct message to find out if she is okay. Then at the bottom of the lake lies the deeper meaning beneath her post. Experts might say that sadfishing, or fishing for attention, is a call for help. Loneliness, depression and low self-esteem are a few reasons as to why someone might sadfish, according to experts.
ILLUSTRATION – Sadfishing
January 4, 2024
According to a study by the Sleep Foundation, 72% of high school students get less than the recommended amount of sleep. It has become so bad that experts call it an epidemic. Photo courtesy of Canva.
Teens face sleepless nights
December 14, 2023
Photo courtesy of Quinn Lum.
Why you shouldn’t pass on UH Manoa
November 3, 2023
Academy seniors Ann Claire Walker (left), Chelstine Tavares (middle), and Malaika Ssebayitekko chat in the gazebo. Photo by Zaneya Caires.
Senioritis: A high school senior’s affliction
February 6, 2024
My tortoise and rabbit getting to know each other. Who would win the race? Photo by Gennellea Amasol.
Aspiring Veterinarian: Rabbit care
January 25, 2024
Olivia Bruce 19 represents her alma mater and HBCU school, Spelman College. An HBCU is a historically black college/university that promotes black excellence. Bruce is a product of black excellence, as she continues to further her studies at Notre Dame to receive her Ph.D. in physics.
Black Girl Here: Is an HBCU for you?
January 23, 2024
A comparison of Christmas photos during the COVID-19 pandemic and after it in 2023.
Robbed by the pandemic
December 5, 2023
(From left to right) A before and after of my first time getting braids. Since then, I’ve learned how to prepare my hair for braids and maintain them. Photo courtesy of Marian Redd.
Black Girl Here: Braids for Days
October 19, 2023
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Kekaimalie Woods, Reporter

Kekaimalie Woods is currently a junior at Sacred Hearts Academy. This is her first year in Journalism. Outside of school, she plays soccer for Hawaii Surf SC, enjoys going to the beach, hiking and volunteering at her church. As a new student reporter, Malie hopes to share her experiences with readers. She looks forward to working with her fellow journalist classmates and making new friends, while also getting students more involved with Ka Leo.

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Making haku lei involves braiding floral pieces with twine. Photo courtesy of NPS.

Making haku lei For May Day

Kekaimalie Woods, Reporter
April 21, 2017

In celebration of May Day, Sacred Hearts Academy students will learn how to make haku lei and bamboo-themed hair picks through a series of after-school...

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Students save three lives donating blood

Kekaimalie Woods, Reporter
April 19, 2017

This week, students and faculty at Sacred Hearts Academy helped save three lives by donating a pint of blood to the Blood Bank of Hawaii. This was part...

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The class rings are distributed during the Junior Ring ceremony, marking the junior class’ transition to becoming upperclassmen.

Junior bling rings in upperclassmen status

Kekaimalie Woods, Reporter
March 9, 2017

Last week, Sacred Hearts Academy juniors officially became upperclassmen through the annual Junior Ring ceremony. The ceremony has been a school tradition...

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Running into track and field season

Kekaimalie Woods, Reporter
February 21, 2017

As the winter athletic season comes to an end, athletes are getting ready for the upcoming spring season. Sacred Hearts Academy’s track and field...

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Patriots quarterback Tom Brady. Photo courtesy of Flickr.

Super Bowl Ll break records, goes into OT

Kekaimalie Woods, Reporter
February 16, 2017

This year’s Super Bowl broke multiple records, including the biggest comeback by any team and the first game in Super Bowl’s history to go into overtime. The...

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Melina O’Reilly shares with teacher Mary Ellen Miller how she plans to purify guinea worm infested waters in Ghana.

Young chemists find ways to purify water

Kekaimalie Woods, Reporter
February 7, 2017

Millions of people across the globe lack clean drinking water, which is a leading factor in increased rates of poverty, hunger and illiteracy. It is also...

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Sacred Hearts Academy sophomore Christiann Arakawa defends the ball against Pac-Five High School senior Kayla Kunihisa. The Lancers said Pac-Five was one of the toughest teams they played. Photo by Malie Woods.

Lancer soccer heads to state championships

Kekaimalie Woods, Reporter
January 31, 2017

After a competitive season, the Sacred Hearts Academy varsity soccer team will take on the best in the state this week. The Lancers (2-9-1) kick off...

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Dance concert leaps into winter with dance medley

Kekaimalie Woods, Reporter
January 4, 2017

Every year, Sacred Hearts Academy gets into the holiday spirit with a student performance of “The Nutcracker.” This year, however, the annual winter...

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After receiving the state championship trophy, the Saint Louis football team sings the schools alma mater to family and friends at Aloha Stadium. Photo by Kekaimalie Woods.

Crusaders take Open Division title over Kahuku

Kekaimalie Woods, Reporter
November 22, 2016

Among a crowd of more than 20,000 football fans, drenched with team pride and soggy weather, Saint Louis School took the high school state championship...

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Butter Mochi Pancakes and KFC Waffles are customer favorites at Koa Cafe. Photo credit: Danelle Vicencio

FOODIE FRIDAY: Koa Cafe

Kekaimalie Woods, Reporter
November 14, 2016

Those craving a classic pancake breakfast know to go to Koa Pancake House, which has been a Kaimuki favorite for years. Recently, however, the eatery opened...

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The Academy’s Air Riflery team pose for a picture after the tournament. Photo Credit: Coach Ryan.

Riflery shoots for the best at ILH championships

Kekaimalie Woods, Reporter, Media Editor
November 8, 2016

This year, eight air riflery members from Sacred Hearts Academy made it to the Interscholastic League of Honolulu (ILH) championships. This was the most...

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Photo credit: Jenelle Ho

‘Empowering Yourself by Empowering Others’

Kekaimalie Woods, Reporter
October 20, 2016

For 15 years, juniors at Sacred Hearts Academy have coordinated an annual FAST for the high school. The theme for this year’s event, which happens this...

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Category 4 Hurricane Iniki hit Hawaii in 1992 and was among the most severe hurricanes in the state’s history. Photo credit: Wikimedia Commons

Are you prepared for a hurricane?

Kekaimalie Woods, Reporter
October 11, 2016

Hurricane season in Hawaii is in full effect until November. And although residents have experienced minor damage from hurricanes over the past several...

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Photo credit: Ellena Igari

The Club Lowdown

Kekaimalie Woods, Reporter
October 4, 2016

Glee Club Q & A with: Mahealani Sims-Tulba, President The Glee Club provides an opportunity for those who have a passion for singing to showcase...

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Assembly AUDIO SLIDESHOW | SHA 107th Birthday Week from Sacred Hearts Academy on Vimeo.

[Video] Happy 107th Birthday, Sacred Hearts Academy!

September 15, 2016

Click on the video above and watch an audio slideshow put together from the 107th Sacred Hearts Academy Birthday Assembly. Check out this video recap...

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Trending App: Wishbone

Trending App: Wishbone

Kekaimalie Woods, Reporter
September 14, 2016

Iced fraps or milk teas? Vans or Converse shoes? These are just a few “this or that” type questions found on trending app Wishbone. The app allows...

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Lancers gear up for Fall sports season

Kekaimalie Woods, Reporter
August 31, 2016

As a new school year begins, Academy students are not only hitting the books but the courts and fields as well. This fall, the sports line-up consists...

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