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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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Romance grows in ‘Shatter Me’ despite insanity

Romance grows in ‘Shatter Me’ despite insanity

Mariko Galton, Reporter
April 2, 2015

“Shatter Me” features 17-year-old Juliette Ferrars who possesses a power that can kill with a single touch. Since an accident killed a young boy,...

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SHARP Board starts April with showers of spring treats

Celine Isabelle Arnobit, Reporter
April 2, 2015

The Sacred Hearts Academy Room Parent (SHARP) Board will sponsor a Spring Bake and Malasada Sale on Apr. 9. The sale’s proceeds will go towards funding...

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Second graders successful in business endeavors

Second graders successful in business endeavors

Celine Isabelle Arnobit, Reporter
April 2, 2015

Second graders created their own shops in order to learn about potential careers and how to run a successful business. Two malls, called “The...

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Photo credit: Kayla Galima.

Juniors win trips to Japan

Kelcie Ching, Reporter
April 2, 2015

Juniors Kayla Galima, Kellie Komatsu and Noelle Yamamoto won trips to Kyoto and Osaka as a part of a competition sponsored by the Rotary Club of East Honolulu. The...

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Junior selected for trip abroad to Japan

Junior selected for trip abroad to Japan

Madison Kwok, Reporter
April 2, 2015

Pacific Asian Affairs Council (PAAC) chose junior Jessica Wehrman as one of 17 students for an educational trip to Japan from Mar. 14 - 22. Although...

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‘Frostfire’ offers new twist in ‘Trylle’ trilogy

‘Frostfire’ offers new twist in ‘Trylle’ trilogy

Mariko Galton, Reporter
April 2, 2015

“Frostfire” by Amanda Hocking takes place in a powerful society of trolls called the Kanin. As a half-blood, Bryn Aven has never fit in with the...

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‘Meridian’ portrays battle between angels

‘Meridian’ portrays battle between angels

Kailanianna Ablog, Reporter
April 2, 2015

“Meridian” by Amber Kizer is the story of Meridian Sozu, a human-angel hybrid which guides souls to Heaven. Since her youth, Meridian has had multiple...

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Leos welcome Venture Scouts from Osaka

Leos welcome Venture Scouts from Osaka

Malia Okoh, Reporter
April 1, 2015

Venture Scouts, similar to American Boy and Girl Scouts, from Osaka shared a dinner with members of the Academy Leo club on Mar. 22 in the Student...

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Military families include more than just servicemen

Celine Isabelle Arnobit, Reporter
March 16, 2015

Being a member of the military, although valiant, can and does affect the whole family. It is not simply an individual effort of the service member but...

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Winter athletes continue rise to top

Winter athletes continue rise to top

Frances Nicole Tabios, Reporter
March 16, 2015

This year’s winter sports season has proved to be highly successful with several teams and individuals going on to state competitions. Athletic director...

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On the path to gold

On the path to gold

Kailanianna Ablog, Reporter
March 16, 2015

Imagine a pool filled with cold, crisp water, lined with spectators on either side. The air buzzes with energy, hearts pulsing in sync. The only thing...

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Verify information before forming opinions

Verify information before forming opinions

Celine Isabelle Arnobit, Reporter
March 16, 2015

Everyone has opinions but not everyone can be trusted or believed. To be credible, opinions must be based on reliable sources and not simply based on...

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Photo credit: Wikimedia Commons.

English language suffering unnecessary premature decline

Malia Okoh, Reporter
March 16, 2015

The English language is struggling. A lack of appreciation for the language we speak and depend upon is often nonexistent. Too often nowadays, many...

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Third graders video chat with author

Third graders video chat with author

Janelle Medrano, Reporter
March 16, 2015

Children’s author Martha Rodriguez video conferenced with third graders about her book, “A Reel Cool Summer” on Mar. 10. Rodriguez first contacted...

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Miss America 2014 speaks at Science Symposium

Miss America 2014 speaks at Science Symposium

Kelcie Ching, Reporter
March 16, 2015

Sacred Hearts Academy hosted the 21st annual Science Symposium for girls in grades 5 to 8 with 200 students and 235 parents in attendance on Feb. 28. Miss...

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