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Mililani High School students hold handmade signs in support of Learning Centers. The students featured in the photo are participants in a performing arts program funded by Learning Centers. Due to the proposed budget, their program was at risk. Photo courtesy of Teah Vaoifi.
State performing arts programs at risk due to budget cuts
December 11, 2024
Watch out! Rubber ducks are on the loose, floating down the Ala Wai Canal. Photo courtesy of Tyler Beissel.
Quack quack! Ducks raise funds at a charity event
December 11, 2024
Sacred Hearts Academy hosted its first-ever living rosary last month. In front of the grotto, students prepare for their moment to read their prayer for this religious gathering.
Academy hosts first living rosary
November 14, 2024
Top row: Freshmen Lexi Yeager, Lilia Gushiken, Evelyn Evie Arakaki, ZeHan Zhang, Olivia Eftink Bottom row: Freshmen Rilynn Milczarski, Ava Lopez, Chloe Diaz, Anneliese Vanadilok, Izzabelle Chang holding posters that their big sisters made for them after performing. Photo by Liana Seo.
Freshmen dance their way into high school
October 30, 2024
Vaccines that are in the process of being distributed to the public.
Mpox concerns: How and when it came to be
October 25, 2024
Left to right: Sewing Club advisor Mrs. Asuncion-Tagupa, Ofa Tuiafitu '25, Jacrene Engichy '25, Cayeelah Semisi-Hunkin '25, and Shaylyn Dela Cruz '25 showing off dresses they made in the club.
Lancers learn the art of sewing
December 19, 2024
Johnny Van Hohenstein surfing at Uncle Buffs contest in Makaha earlier this year
Best feeling in the World
December 11, 2024
Watch out! Rubber ducks are on the loose, floating down the Ala Wai Canal. Photo courtesy of Tyler Beissel.
Quack quack! Ducks raise funds at a charity event
December 11, 2024
Sacred Hearts Academy seniors Alyssa Giang, Anna Casupang, Samaya Hogue, and Academy junior Sage Nguyen are on the stage of “Freaky Friday.” Giang, Casupang, and Hogue are seen as cater waiters, while Nguyen is a Torrey (assistant).
Hawaii’s premier of ‘Freaky Friday’
December 6, 2024
Team Elevate completes a contemporary piece at Mamiya Theater during the Fall Mo’olelo Showcase. The song they performed to was “Smash Into You” by Beyonce.
New moves for Mo’olelo Studios
December 2, 2024
‘Nutcracker’ showcases the talent of Lancer Dancers
‘Nutcracker’ showcases the talent of Lancer Dancers
December 13, 2024
Sacred Hearts Academy seniors Alyssa Giang, Anna Casupang, Samaya Hogue, and Academy junior Sage Nguyen are on the stage of “Freaky Friday.” Giang, Casupang, and Hogue are seen as cater waiters, while Nguyen is a Torrey (assistant).
Hawaii’s premier of ‘Freaky Friday’
December 6, 2024
Team Elevate completes a contemporary piece at Mamiya Theater during the Fall Mo’olelo Showcase. The song they performed to was “Smash Into You” by Beyonce.
New moves for Mo’olelo Studios
December 2, 2024
Off-the-beaten-path of Japan
Off-the-beaten-path of Japan
April 30, 2024
Tarot Time: Elemental Exploration (Fire and Earth)
Tarot Time: Elemental Exploration (Fire and Earth)
May 13, 2023
Crusaders defeat warriors, 37-7
Crusaders defeat warriors, 37-7
November 1, 2024
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-5's 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 don't belong’ or ‘girls can't 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
Aspiring Veterinarian: Tortoise Walk and Talk
October 28, 2024
Nearing the end of the competition, the group of finalists show off their achievements. They smile knowing that they are better off because of this program, earning scholarship money, life skills and lifelong friendships. All photos by Bailey Leong.
How to soar and learn in Distinguished Young Women program
September 16, 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
Shoppers check out the Mālama Hawai’i Makers Market at Ala Moana Center. It happens every second Saturday of the month. Photo courtesy of Mālama Hawai’i Market.
Shop cute & local this holiday season!
December 9, 2024
Hula Hālau O Kamuela dancing on the Merrie Monarch stage. Photo courtesy of Bruce Omori.
My hula journey through the heart of Japan
November 22, 2024
Aspiring Veterinarian: Tortoise Walk and Talk
October 28, 2024
Off-the-beaten-path of Japan
Off-the-beaten-path of Japan
April 30, 2024
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
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Left to right: Sewing Club advisor Mrs. Asuncion-Tagupa, Ofa Tuiafitu '25, Jacrene Engichy '25, Cayeelah Semisi-Hunkin '25, and Shaylyn Dela Cruz '25 showing off dresses they made in the club.

Lancers learn the art of sewing

Ayla Prather, Staff Reporter
December 19, 2024

This year at Sacred Hearts Academy, alumni and theology teacher Leilani Asuncion-Tagupa started a sewing club for the upper school students. The club was...

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Johnny Van Hohenstein surfing at Uncle Buffs contest in Makaha earlier this year

Best feeling in the World

Sara Kea, Staff Reporter
December 11, 2024

Last year, surfer John Michael Van Hohenstein, also known as Johnny the Ripper, achieved a childhood dream and made it onto the World Surf League (WSL)...

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Watch out! Rubber ducks are on the loose, floating down the Ala Wai Canal. Photo courtesy of Tyler Beissel.

Quack quack! Ducks raise funds at a charity event

Gennellea Amasol, Opinions Editor
December 11, 2024

Recently, hundreds of rubber duck toys filled the Ala Wai Canal for a charity event. The event, hosted by the United Cerebral Palsy Association...

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Sacred Hearts Academy seniors Alyssa Giang, Anna Casupang, Samaya Hogue, and Academy junior Sage Nguyen are on the stage of “Freaky Friday.” Giang, Casupang, and Hogue are seen as cater waiters, while Nguyen is a Torrey (assistant).

Hawaii’s premier of ‘Freaky Friday’

Samaya Hogue, Staff Reporter
December 6, 2024

Last month, the musical “Freaky Friday” made its on-stage debut in Hawaii at the Mamiya Theater, under the direction of Kyle Kakuno and with the company...

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Team Elevate completes a contemporary piece at Mamiya Theater during the Fall Mo’olelo Showcase. The song they performed to was “Smash Into You” by Beyonce.

New moves for Mo’olelo Studios

Danielle Woo, Staff Reporter
December 2, 2024

Sacred Hearts Academy senior Anna Casupang recently found her love of dancing through a new dance team created by Mo‘olelo Studios called Team Elevate.  “Dancing...

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Sacred Hearts Academy students facing the Our Lady of Peace statue at flag. Photo by Asa Ardayfio

Our Lady of Peace: A symbol of peace during conflict

Asa Ardayfio, Staff Reporter
November 22, 2024

Every weekday, students and faculty walk onto the Sacred Hearts Academy campus. At 7:45 a.m., the school gathers to pray in unison at the large white...

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Senior Keira Mendonca and Junior Liana Seo write heartfelt cards for the children at Kapiolani Medical Center for Women and Children. Photo courtesy by Tehana Maurice

Make a difference with “cards for a cause”

Alyssah Desroches, Staff Reporter
November 22, 2024

Senior Tehana Maurice created the club Cards for a Cause in 2022 in the hopes of uplifting patients at Kapiolani Medical Center for Women and Children...

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Faculty member and head coordinator of our school blood drives Laura Housman with juniors Elora Spetlz and Tyler Beissel. They attended a workshop with the Blood Bank of Hawaii at the start of the school year.

Students donating to save lives

Taylor Kaahanui, Staff Reporter
November 15, 2024

At the start of the school year, science teacher Laura Housman and junior Elora Speltz visited the Blood Bank of Hawaii to attend a workshop. They gained...

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Club members pose during a beach cleanup in 2021. This year, the club will host similar activities.

Students help the environment from ‘Mauka to Makai’

Kyrie Eleis Craig, Staff Reporter
November 15, 2024

In continuing our Club Captures series, staff reporter Kyrie Craig shares her experience learning more about a longstanding club that made a comeback this...

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Sacred Hearts Academy hosted its first-ever living rosary last month. In front of the grotto, students prepare for their moment to read their prayer for this religious gathering.

Academy hosts first living rosary

Katie Kaoihana, Copy Editor
November 14, 2024

For the first time, Sacred Hearts Academy hosted a living rosary on its Kaimuki campus, bringing together students, faculty and staff for this religious...

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Junior Laulea Meyer assisting others at PacSun located in Ala Moana Center. She has been working at this retail store since June.

Life as a high school retail worker

Aeris Chiu, Staff Reporter
November 13, 2024

This year, Laulea Meyer, a junior at Sacred Hearts Academy, started her first retail job at Ala Moana Center; a job that turned out to be more than just...

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Academy alumna Cynthia McIntyre ‘91 (top left) and Brandy Ann Sato ‘94 (top right), Kehau Bugado ‘97 (bottom left) and Leilani Asuncion-Tagupa ‘91 (bottom right) stand at the steps of the Administration Building. The four alumnae returned to the Academy to carry on the mission of the school and give back to the Lancer community. Photo by Anna Casupang.

Alumnae return ‘home’ to the Academy

Anna Casupang, Social Media Editor
November 8, 2024

As you walk the halls of Sacred Hearts Academy, you will encounter many staff and administrators who have walked through these very same halls. Whether...

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The Pu’ukani fountain sits on top of gravel, with the water from its musical chimes creating a small waterfall. It is located in front of the Performing Arts Center. All photos by Chloe Wolfert.

Where nature and faith flow: The story behind a fountain at the Academy

Chloe Wolfert, Staff Reporter
November 6, 2024

Have you ever questioned the importance of everyday objects in your life? Nestled in front of the Performing Arts Center (PAC) at Sacred Hearts Academy...

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This is a photo of Theology teacher Steffanie Beissel’s new classroom. Beissel placed a sofa in her classroom, and students love to relax there. Photo by Ann Li.

New School Year, New Classroom

Ann Li, Staff Reporter
November 6, 2024

Several Sacred Hearts Academy teachers have been reassigned to different classrooms than they had the previous school year, requiring them to adjust to...

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Top row: Freshmen Lexi Yeager, Lilia Gushiken, Evelyn Evie Arakaki, ZeHan Zhang, Olivia Eftink Bottom row: Freshmen Rilynn Milczarski, Ava Lopez, Chloe Diaz, Anneliese Vanadilok, Izzabelle Chang holding posters that their big sisters made for them after performing. Photo by Liana Seo.

Freshmen dance their way into high school

Liana Seo, Staff Reporter
October 30, 2024

Freshman Initiation is a tradition at Sacred Hearts Academy that welcomes the freshmen into high school. At the start of the school year in September,...

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