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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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Juniors Rebecca Meyer, Ragelle Lumapas and Angela Tamaribuchi cheer on their little sisters as they perform on stage. Many juniors brandish signs with their sisters’ names just for the occasion. Photos by Noe Nekotani.

Life’s a party with this year’s freshmen

Noe Nekotani, Opinions Editor, Reporter
October 2, 2017

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Leo Club members welcome students with smiles as they encourage others to sign up.

New clubs offer new opportunities

Shelby Mattos and Lucinda Hu
September 27, 2017

Students gathered to explore more than 20 clubs at this year’s club fair, which included several new clubs. Creative Arts, Girls Got Grit...

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A white on black canvas on the left of the entrance to Ars Cafe. Photos by Jasmine Matsumoto.

Drink vintage at Ars Cafe

Jasmine Matsumoto, Reporter
September 18, 2017

Step back in time at Ars Cafe on Monsarrat Avenue, not too far from Sacred Hearts Academy’s campus. The cafe’s vintage take in modern day is...

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Starting this week, entryways on campus will be locked by 4 p.m. to ensure the safety of faculty and staff on campus.

New rules secure campus

Taylor McKenzie, Webmaster, Reporter
September 17, 2017

Sacred Hearts Academy has been taking steps to becoming a more safe and secure campus. Starting this week, all gates and entryways will be locked at 4...

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Tips for when you are feeling stressed.

Got stress? You aren’t alone.

Taylor McKenzie, Webmaster, Reporter
September 17, 2017

Do you feel stressed? If you answered yes to this question, then you aren’t alone. In 2015, New York University conducted a study using two...

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Photo courtesy of Pixabay

iPhone X: a decade of greatness

Rebecca Meyer, Features Editor, Reporter
September 11, 2017

Just when consumers think they have the latest and greatest smartphone, Apple announces the release of its iPhone X September 12–commemorating the iPhone’s...

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Morning flag line. Photo credit: Taylor McKenzie.

A guide to being a Lancer

Shelby Mattos, News Editor, Reporter
September 11, 2017

Attending a new school for the first time can be overwhelming. For those new to Sacred Hearts Academy, check out this guide Ka Leo put together to help...

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SUMMER TRAVELS- Japan 2017 from Sacred Hearts Academy on Vimeo.

Homestay in Hokkaido

Rebecca Meyer, Features Editor, Reporter
September 5, 2017

When asked about summer, some may say it was hot, busy or simply enjoyable, but for me, this summer was truly an unforgettable one that changed me as a...

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Preparing to work on the first assignment.

How’s it at Harvard

Martha Nicholas, Media Editor, Reporter
August 29, 2017

Pressured about becoming a junior, I knew that I didn’t want to relax during the summer. I began searching multiple colleges to take summer courses as...

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During the summer, I traveled to California. My week in the Golden State started with a 13-hour day at Disneyland. One of my favorite attractions was the daily parade, which featured the classic Disney princess floats. These were accompanied by a finale performance by the chimney sweepers from the beloved film “Mary Poppins.”

A week in the Golden State

Taylor McKenzie, Webmaster, Reporter
August 29, 2017

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The Academy varsity II and III sailing team celebrating with senior Kiarah Gomard. Photo courtesy of Ailana Warren.

Lancers sail to the end of the season

Rebecca Meyer, Reporter
May 4, 2017

After many hours in the sun, channeling the direction of the wind and putting their knowledge to the test during races, the Sacred Hearts Academy sailing...

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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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POW! WOW! Hawaii connects the artists and the viewers with fan-favorite murals.

POW! WOW! Hawaii brings color to urban Honolulu

Taylor McKenzie, Reporter, Media Editor
March 22, 2017

POW! The effect of the sprawling Kakaako murals on viewers. WOW! The reaction from onlookers when the beauty of the art hits them. “POW!...

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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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Juniors Chasry Lum-King, Angelyne Loiselle, Hi’ialo Apo and Tate Lutu ready to relax after a long day of games. Photo courtesy of Hi’ialo Apo.

Volleyball girls go to Vegas

Rochell Agapay, Reporter
March 1, 2017

Several students from Sacred Hearts Academy showed off their volleyball skills during a trip to Las Vegas over the President’s Day weekend. This was...

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