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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
Sacred Hearts Academy | Honolulu, Hawaii

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Sacred Hearts Academy | Honolulu, Hawaii

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Owner Amy Luu at Big Bad Wolf, a Honolulu store that sells gender-neutral clothing.

Blurring the lines with gender-neutral fashion

Rebecca Meyer, Reporter
February 2, 2017

[slideshow_deploy id='11947'] Campbell High School senior Bretman Rock struts down the hallways between classes, owning the brightly-colored H&M...

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A family of three gathers for dinner, clearly lacking verbal communication skills. Signs of a house fire become apparent, and they proceed to use their mobile devices. When they finally evacuate, the teens’ main concern is not the end of their home’s existence but the end of their snapstreak. Represented by a fire emoji, a snapstreak is like a game in Snapchat, in which users aim to keep a thread of consecutive snaps going with a friend for an indefinite amount of time. Illustration by Martha Nicholas.

Study finds phone use during dinner not OK

Martha Nicholas, Reporter
February 2, 2017

With society’s growing obsession with mobile technology, many find it difficult to put it down. Such devices, particularly mobile phones, are used everywhere...

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The Sacred Hearts Academy paddling team placed third overall this season. (Left to right) Row 1: Trinity Morgado, Kimi Tokunaga, Rin Kusaka, Kodee Himuro. Row 2: Kaui Murakami, Jaimee Manupuna, Sarina Tia, Eliza Otenbriet, Morgan Louis-Soares, Rebecca Meyer, Lucy Gentry, Lexy Freitas, Abby Sanchez, Ragelle Lumapas.

Paddling season ‘one for the books’

Rebecca Meyer, Reporter
February 2, 2017

As all good things come to an end, the Sacred Hearts Academy paddling team experienced the bittersweet feeling of closing out yet another season last week....

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The lions holding signs that mean “good fortune” and “congratulations.” Photos by Rebecca Meyer.

Chinese lion dancing a way of life for junior

Rebecca Meyer, Reporter
February 2, 2017

When junior Brianna Ho isn't dressed in her Sacred Hearts Academy uniform, she's most likely decked out in her purple and yellow frill-laced Chinese lion...

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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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‘50s fashion makes a comeback

‘50s fashion makes a comeback

Rebecca Meyer, Reporter
January 31, 2017

From lace-trimmed bodysuits to velvety off-the-shoulder blouses, clothing so far this year has resembled styles as early as the 1950s. This trend is not...

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An upset Hatchimal displays a bit of road rage, swearing in frustration at the turtle traffic ahead. Many claim this popular children’s toy not only has a potty mouth but also a malfunctioning hatching feature. Illustration by Noe Nekotani.

Hatchimals crack open complaints and lawsuits

Noe Nekotani, Reporter
January 31, 2017

Hatchimals, furry robot creatures hatched from eggs, have become the top-selling toy of the holiday season before even making its way onto shelves. But,...

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An average teen finds happiness in purchasing the newest model of the X-Phone; little does she know, her satisfaction will be short-lived. Seeking to find fulfillment and a way to maintain a high-standing on the social hierarchy, society’s desire for the ‘latest and greatest’ often reflects a lack of self-worth and a jaded view of happiness. Illustration by Kailanianna Ablog.

Having the latest and greatest

January 31, 2017

Through the centuries, the general principle of happiness has been poked, prodded, turned over on its head and studied by everyone from philosophers to...

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Paddling 360s

January 31, 2017

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U.S. President Donald J. Trump waves at the spectators during the 58th Presidential Inauguration parade in Washington, D.C., Jan. 20, 2017. More than 5,000 military members from across all branches of the armed forces of the United States, including reserve and National Guard components, provided ceremonial support and Defense Support of Civil Authorities during the inaugural period. (DoD photo by U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Marianique Santos)

Trump’s first week in office filled with controversial executive actions

Celine Isabelle Arnobit, Reporter, Features Editor
January 31, 2017

President Donald Trump is making good on his campaign promises. Following his inauguration, which drew national attention for its seeming lack of attendants,...

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Photo credit: Chloe Smith

The Academy marches toward women’s equality

Kailanianna Ablog, Reporter, Opinions Editor
January 31, 2017

Walking hand-in-sign last weekend, some members of the Lancer community took to the streets to march for women’s equality. They joined thousands across...

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Photo Courtesy of Flickr

Some Hawaii fans disappointed with Chance concert

Malie Woods, Reporter
January 30, 2017

A large crowd of fans gathered at the Neal Blaisdell Center early January, in anticipation of seeing Chance the Rapper perform. Chance, known for his rap,...

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Don’t be a one-upper

Don’t be a one-upper

Kailanianna Ablog, Reporter, Opinions Editor
January 30, 2017

Whether realizing it or not, the moment you open a social media app, you embark upon a battlefield. A battlefield where users are armed with stunning panoramas...

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Sprinting into spring sports

Rebecca Meyer, Reporter
January 30, 2017

With the riflery team ending the winter season with a bang, some athletes are already warming up their running shoes in preparation for the season ahead. Track...

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Rosano (right) and Sanborn (left) are new teachers on campus this semester and come to the Academy with multifarious backgrounds.

Academy welcomes new semester with new faces on campus

Ashley Marie Lardizabal, Reporter, Webmaster
January 25, 2017

Sacred Hearts Academy welcomes two new teachers at the start of the second semester. Bernadette Rosano and Angela Sanborn take over the roles of teachers...

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