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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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Allegiant concludes Divergent trilogy

‘Allegiant’ concludes ‘Divergent’ trilogy

Kelcie Ching, Reporter
March 3, 2014

“Allegiant” by Veronica Roth is set in a world of factions, among them Amity (the peaceful), Dauntless (the brave), Candor (the honest) and Abnegation...

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Robot Kekoa is on his way to Utah for the regional competition on Mar. 13 - 15. Eight students and two adviser coaches will participate in the tournament.

Lancer Robotics completes robot and build season and will travel to Utah

Kristen Kate Tumacder, Reporter
February 28, 2014

Lancer Robotics completed its 2014 robot, Kekoamekapuuwai or Kekoa, on Feb. 18. Kekoa's full name means “warrior with heart,” in hopes that the robot...

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The Freshman Division sponsored activities during Freshman Week in February to raise awareness of heart disease, the leading killer of women.

Heart disease known to be more harmful to women than men

Mariko Galton, Reporter
February 28, 2014

According to the American Heart Association, heart disease is the number one killer of women. One woman dies every four minutes of heart disease. It is...

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Dr. Laura Blecha is keynote speaker for Science Symposium

Sharnelle Sagun, Logan Motas, and Sarah Yiu, Videographers
February 27, 2014

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Col. Holly Olson, Director of Medical Education at Tripler Army Medical Center, shows symposium participants how surgeons close incisions in “Scalpel Stat!”

Science Symposium introduces girls to STEM activities

Sage Parker-Lee, Reporter
February 27, 2014

The 20th Annual Sacred Hearts Academy Science Symposium took place on Feb. 22 for girls in grades five through eight. Featured keynote speaker, Dr. Laura...

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The cost of luxury condos is often out of reach for many Hawaii residents.

Affordable housing is unavailable for local residents

Noelle Yee, Reporter
February 27, 2014

Affordable housing is an ever-present issue in Hawaii because of the continuous need for living spaces for local families. Although government is not...

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Students need to feel safe in school. The government must enact and enforce gun ownership laws to prevent further school shootings.

Government should regulate gun ownership and enforce laws

Aina Katsikas, Reporter
February 26, 2014

In 2010, almost 83 percent of homicide victims between the ages of 10 - 24 were killed by a firearm. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention...

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Jim Bryan, who owns a media production company, spoke to National Honor Society members about service, one of the four important aspects of membership.

‘Lion Jim’ speaks to students about service

Jacqueline Medrano, Reporter
February 26, 2014

The National Honor Society is hosting guest speakers who exemplify the pillars of excellence of service, leadership, scholarship and character for its...

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The Junior Class hosted the annual FAST during which students discussed social issues and created bags of hygiene products for teens living on the streets.

Annual FAST promotes respect for life

Jacqueline Medrano, Reporter
February 26, 2014

Every year, the FAST for LIFE is sponsored by the Junior Class, but students in grades nine through 12 can also participate. Each person who attends...

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Kimberly Lauzon, an adviser for PAAC, congratulates Kailanianna Ablog who has been awarded a summer scholarship to Korea through PAAC.

Freshman to study abroad in South Korea in PAAC summer program

Giselle Redila, Reporter
February 26, 2014

Freshman Kailanianna Ablog is one of 17 students from Hawaii chosen to participate in the Pacific and Asian Affairs Council’s (PAAC) Summer Study Tour...

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The Junior Class participated in a service project at the Punaluu loi, also learning about sustainability at the same time.

Class of 2015 volunteers at Punaluu lo’i

Aina Katsikas, Reporter
February 26, 2014

Over 100 Academy students will participate in the Junior Division community service project at the Punaluu lo'i on Feb. 27 where students will learn about...

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Veteran journalist Denby Fawcett spoke to Academy student leaders about her trek up Mount Everest, emphasizing determination and perseverance.

Renowned journalist speaks to Academy students

Aina Katsikas, Reporter
February 24, 2014

Academy students heard renowned journalist, Denby Fawcett, speak about her latest accomplishment, a trek up Mount Everest, at a workshop for student leaders...

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Juniors display their class rings which are symbols of recognition as upperclassmen.

Juniors inducted into upperclass at ring ceremony

Sage Parker-Lee, Reporter
February 24, 2014

Juniors officially became upperclassmen through the annual Junior Ring ceremony held in the Academy chapel in the evening of Feb. 13. Junior Michelle...

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LEO club member Alyssa Kwan volunteers at the Kamehameha Lions Clubs spaghetti fundraiser.

Volunteering benefits both community and individual

Frances Nicole Tabios, Reporter
February 24, 2014

Volunteering is a way to gain life experience, provides opportunities to experience the world through hands-on work and allows teens to meet a diverse...

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Business department employee, Richlyn Dominguez, donates blood in the annual blood drive.

Annual blood drive saves lives

Theresa Ginter, Reporter
February 24, 2014

The annual blood drive, sponsored by Club Med, takes place Mar. 7, from 6:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The drive began at the Academy almost 20 years ago. Donors...

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