Sacred Hearts Academy | Honolulu, Hawaii

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New teachers wrap up the year
May 13, 2025
Fr. Jeremy Sabugo hosts the Academy’s memorial mass for Pope Francis. Photo courtesy of Tiffany Kiyabu.
Academy honors the late Pope Francis
May 10, 2025
Sacred Hearts Academy senior Peyton Bennett stands with Governor Josh Green, holding the official Black History Month proclamation. After four years of advocacy and community work, Bennett successfully secured statewide recognition for Black History Month in Hawaii. Photo courtesy of Bennett,
Student secures proclamation for Black History Month
April 11, 2025
Freshman Kaitlyn Miranda drives through the defense during a game against Hawaii Preparatory Academy earlier this year. As an athlete, Miranda has suffered multiple concussions but says she has received strong support from the school throughout her recovery.
Concussion rates in Hawaii stabilize
March 13, 2025
A teacher holds a green card to inform other's around them that their students are all present.
Mass evacuation drill takes place on Lancer’s campus
March 12, 2025
New teachers wrap up the year
May 13, 2025
Sacred Hearts Choir at the Annual Choral Fest taking place at Maryknoll School
Lancers prepare for Choral Fest
May 9, 2025
Students come together for faith and service at the annual Junior Fast
May 9, 2025
May Day Queen senior Anna Casupang poses for a photo after her performance in the gym. Casupang was elected queen after receiving the majority of the student vote. She danced in front of the middle and upper school a month before May Day, competing against another senior student. Photo courtesy of Thuan Giang
Celebrating May Day at the Academy
May 9, 2025
A Day Of Dance And Laughter At Senior Ohana Lunch!
A Day Of Dance And Laughter At Senior Ohana Lunch!
April 28, 2025
Jack and Acacia singing "Flamme à lunettes" sung by Dionysos and Olivia Ruiz. Meeting for the first time as kids, their surroundings freeze in time and starts floating.
Flaws, acceptance; the world of Jack and the Cuckoo-Clock Heart
May 16, 2025
May Day Queen senior Anna Casupang poses for a photo after her performance in the gym. Casupang was elected queen after receiving the majority of the student vote. She danced in front of the middle and upper school a month before May Day, competing against another senior student. Photo courtesy of Thuan Giang
Celebrating May Day at the Academy
May 9, 2025
A movie poster of the Thunderbolts team. The characters’ interactions and the tagline, “Careful who you assemble,” allude to their status as antiheroes and dysfunctionality as a team. Photo courtesy of Marvel.
‘Careful who you assemble:’ Marvel Studios’ ‘Thunderbolts*’ crashes into theaters May 2
April 21, 2025
Students perform a scene from the"Christmas Spectacular" for KHON's live morning show. Photo courtesy of the Academy.
Head of School sparks campus joy with festive activities
February 19, 2025
"The Fire Inside," directed by Rachel Morrison, follows the true story of Claressa Shields. She becomes the United States’ first female boxing gold medalist and the only American to win back-to-back Olympic boxing titles.
‘The Fire Inside’ delivers a knockout on the big screen
January 15, 2025
Academy seniors Starlen Wong and Angelina Lind celebrating their senior night after competing in the ILH trials track meet.
Senior Track Stars: Sprinting to the finish line
May 16, 2025
The Cudiamat Skybox, located upstairs in the gym, opened to the Lancer community earlier this year. All photos by Joy Gora-Aina.
New Skybox Offers More
April 7, 2025
Freshman Kaitlyn Miranda drives through the defense during a game against Hawaii Preparatory Academy earlier this year. As an athlete, Miranda has suffered multiple concussions but says she has received strong support from the school throughout her recovery.
Concussion rates in Hawaii stabilize
March 13, 2025
Earlier this year, the Sacred Hearts Academy varsity volleyball team competed in the 20th Annual Bucs Bash tournament in San Diego, showcasing their skill and determination. The all-girls team finished with a 6-1 record and secured second place in the highly competitive Gold Bracket.
Spike for Second: Academy’s volleyball team soars in San Diego Tournament
March 12, 2025
Hawaii Baptist Academy (HBA) junior Lauren Okuda, wearing the gray helmet, skillfully weaves through defenders during a scrimmage at Pearl City High School last weekend. The play ends as a defender pulls her flag, marking the moment in the fast-paced matchup. HBA has teamed up with Sacred Hearts Academy, and the scrimmage is part of preparations for the historic season as the sport gains official recognition in high school athletics. Players and coaches express excitement about the opportunity to compete and build a foundation for future teams. Athletes say the season represents a significant step in expanding opportunities for female athletes, generating enthusiasm among schools and communities.
ACTION PHOTO – Lancers gear up for inaugural girls flag football season
March 9, 2025
Braking tradition: The decline of teen drivers
May 18, 2025
You’re not getting enough protein. Here’s how to fix that!
You’re not getting enough protein. Here’s how to fix that!
May 14, 2025
picture of Volcom in Waikiki
Popular surf shops set to close
April 14, 2025
This image features the front cover of "Kira-Kira", a novel about love, loss, and the beauty of everyday life. Photo courtesy of Yes24.
The journey of hope and loss in “Kira-Kira”
April 7, 2025
Adding a touch of personality—Chanel Trantham with her jade bracelets and rings, making this uniform uniquely hers. Her jewelry signifies the memories she's created as well with her personality. Photo by Chloe Wolfert.
Personalizing the Look: Students and Uniform
March 8, 2025
Glass exterior of the Hawaii Convention Center with a large “Kawaii Kon” banner inside. The banner features cute chibi characters, event dates for 2025. Photo by Ann Li.
Kawaii Kon 101: Everything You Need to Know
April 25, 2025
The flourishing Mango Tree
Cutting Down The Last of My Childhood
April 16, 2025
A trip into the past: Visiting the Sacré-Cœur Basilica
A trip into the past: Visiting the Sacré-Cœur Basilica
February 11, 2025
Hawaiian Humane Society adoptions representative Marleigh greets dog walker volunteer and her furry friend from their walk around the block. They’re exhausted after an hour of walking around. Photo by Gennellea Amasol.
Community Service Highlight: Volunteering with four-legged friends
January 30, 2025
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
Sacred Hearts Academy | Honolulu, Hawaii

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Sacred Hearts Academy | Honolulu, Hawaii

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Guests enjoy live music and dishes prepared by Chef Marc Anthony Frieiberg of Landmarc Catering. All photos by Ella Pakele and Brianne Ishihara.

Masses raise glasses to pay for students’ classes

Ella blu Pakele and Brianne Ishihara
October 15, 2019

Laughter surrounded the Sacred Hearts Academy campus a few weeks ago, as the smell of food and wine wafted through the air. The third annual Academy Uncorked...

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Academy students take a trip to the State Capitol

Academy students take a trip to the State Capitol

Rebecca Meyer, Features and Sports Editor, Reporter
May 9, 2019

The Sacred Hearts Academy cheer team and Girls Got Grit program (GGG) visited the Hawaii State Capitol this weekend to be recognized by and meet Gov....

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Dr. Scott Schroeder made his official public appearance to Sacred Hearts Academy as the new Head of School following current Head of School, Betty White’s retirement in a special morning assembly on Feb. 28 2019. Photo by Rebecca Meyer.

Academy welcomes new Head of School

Rebecca Meyer, Features and Sports Editor, Reporter
March 1, 2019

Sacred Hearts Academy students gathered yesterday for a special morning assembly announcing new Head of School Dr. Scott Schroeder. He replaces Betty White,...

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(Left to right) Academy students Dilbul Floyd, Agnes Brown and Jessica Medrano advocated against flavored tobacco products with colorful signage and art at the Hawaii State Capitol. They are part of the Coalition for a Tobacco Free Hawaii (CTFH)’s youth council, which helped introduce bills proposing a ban on such products. Photo courtesy of Agnes Brown.

Youth push for statewide ban on flavored tobacco products

Shelby Mattos and Noe Nekotani
February 28, 2019

In an effort to end the sale of flavored tobacco products in Hawaii, Sacred Hearts Academy students helped decorate the Hawaii State Capitol lawn with...

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Students show off their talent at SHA’s Got Talent

Students show off their talent at SHA’s Got Talent

Kirsten Aoyagi, Reporter
February 20, 2019

Sacred Hearts Academy held its first-ever talent show recently in an effort to add variety to the usual school assemblies. Instead of student and faculty...

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Seniors taking part in advisory and listening to their peers share their ideas on how they want their division to be remembered as. Photo courtesy of Ragelle Lumapas.

Academy students start the school year with the implementation of advisory

Ragelle Lumapas, Reporter
October 23, 2018

Sacred Hearts Academy recently implemented a new advisory program in place of homeroom for grades seven through 12. Advisory occurs on Tuesdays, Wednesdays...

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Students buy food at the Academy’s Student Center, where several menu items have been added this year. Photo by Rebecca Meyer.

Student Center makes new menu changes for a new school year

Rebecca Meyer, Features and Sports Editor, Reporter
October 4, 2018

Poke bowls and loco mocos are new additions to Sacred Hearts Academy’s lunch menu. “We began to make changes at last year’s second semester, (but)...

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Former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick was recently chosen to be the face for the Nike “Just Do it” campaign. Photo courtesy of Flickr.

Nike campaign sparks debate among social media users

Rebecca Meyer, Features and Sports Editor, Reporter
September 26, 2018

Popular shoe brand Nike is under fire for its latest advertisement debut featuring former San Francisco 49er’s quarterback Colin Kaepernick. As a part...

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Sacred Hearts Academy is home to 22 PWH scholarship recipients, who attended the annual PWH retreat led by Program Counselor Cleo Eubanks and was joined by Head of School Betty White. Photo courtesy of Cleo Eubanks.

Academy PWH scholarship recipients celebrate annual retreat

Rebecca Meyer, Features and Sports Editor, Reporter
September 12, 2018

On Aug. 16, while many students were spending their four-day weekend at the beach or at home with family, Sacred Hearts Academy’s Perseverance-Hope-Wisdom...

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Sacred Hearts Academy and other schools around the state close due to category 4 Hurricane Lane. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) shows the track of the hurricane set to hit Oahu this weekend. Photo courtesy of NOAA.

BREAKING NEWS: Academy to close due to Hurricane Lane

Shelby Mattos, News Editor and Reporter
August 22, 2018

Sacred Hearts Academy will be closed tomorrow and Friday due to approaching category 4 Hurricane Lane, expected to hit the state tomorrow. Head of School...

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On Wednesday, seniors wore ABC Store themed clothing and enjoyed shave ice from Kona Ice.

Seniors enjoy a blast from the past

Lucinda Hu and Shelby Mattos
April 25, 2018

Seniors had a blast from the past for their senior week. Each day of the week had a different theme but the same purpose, which was to reward students...

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At the Washington D.C. March for Our Lives protest, marchers created posters supporting gun control. Photo courtesy of Getty Images.

Students say “no” during the March for Our Lives

Grace Kim and Shelby Mattos
April 4, 2018

On Feb. 14, students in Parkland spent their Valentine’s Day hiding under their desks in fear. It only took six minutes until the gunman started shooting...

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Students use marshmallows and spaghetti to create structures. Photo courtesy of Brian Wong.

Academy students learn about engineering from professionals

Shelby Mattos, Taylor McKenzie, and Lucinda Hu
March 23, 2018

On Feb. 22, Sacred Hearts Academy held the annual Engineering Day where the school invited workers in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM)...

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Juniors purchased rings and pins to participate in annual Junior Ring Ceremony. Junior Dallas Martinez, like others, brought her family to the event to celebrate with her. Photo courtesy of Steven Tagupa.

Juniors participate in annual ceremony

Shelby Mattos, Lucinda Hu, and Taylor McKenzie
March 23, 2018

Students from Sacred Hearts Academy gathered in the school’s chapel to celebrate the annual Junior Ring Ceremony on Feb. 22. Alongside their parents,...

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Juniors Seungmin Ha and Dahee Jung with seniors Zhengrui Liu, Hok Hei Wong and Shuning Zheng posing with the 2-mile marker. Photo courtesy of Cleo Eubanks.

Running for a cause

Grace Kim, Reporter
March 8, 2018

On the morning of Feb. 19, crowds of people gathered at Aloha Tower to participate in the 34th annual Great Aloha Run. The run officially kicked off...

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