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Academy junior Carlee Marcello playing Minecraft. She found time to pick up streaming as a hobby during the pandemic. Photos courtesy of Carlee Marcello.
More streamers ‘go live’ during pandemic
December 16, 2021
(From left to right) Juniors Maya Chizer, Isabella Savea, Mari Oyer and Selah Lipman practice social distancing during one of their breaks. They wear face shields as they eat. Photo by Moriah Gilmore.
Campus vs. Online: The pros and cons for Academy students
January 12, 2021
New teachers share insight on teaching during a pandemic
New teachers share insight on teaching during a pandemic
January 8, 2021
Sacred Hearts Academy students and teachers helped plant 10,000 trees at Gunstock Ranch in Kahuku. The initiative is part of the Carbon Neutrality Challenge, which aims to make Hawaii the first carbon-neutral state. Photo courtesy of Camilo Mora.
Taking steps toward a zero carbon footprint
February 25, 2020
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
October 15, 2019
For most of her gap year, Adeline Busekrus ‘20 ventured out to Texas, where she gained new experiences in working and living. Photo courtesy of Busekrus.
Gap year gains popularity among high schoolers
November 18, 2022
White examines the contents of the vial following its flight to space. He and the team will notate any changes in sight, texture, smell and touch. Photo by Kennedy Wardlaw.
Students launch experiments into space, benefiting future generations
November 15, 2022
B.I.O.N.I.C. Lancer members share about their club at this years club fair. They support students facing challenging times. All photos by Keira Wheeler.
B.I.O.N.I.C. Lancers show they care
November 15, 2022
(Left to right) Academy students Cocomi Mehring, Isabella Johnson and Reagan Beissel together on stage for the Academy’s first fall production since the pandemic, “Annie, Jr.” All photos courtesy of Steve Tagupa.
Students return to stage with ‘Annie Jr.’
November 15, 2022
(Left to right) Housekeeping staff Josie Narciso and Joanne Calaycay show off their charm by making a heart. Both met years ago when they taught at Saint Anthony School. All photos by Kathleen Burgos.
Besties On Campus
November 14, 2022
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
“Attack on Titan” season four scouts
Winter season anime collection
April 1, 2021
Nyan Cat meme which became a popular gif in 2011 from the game Nyan Cat: Lost in Space. Photo courtesy of Rob Bulmahn.
The evolution of memes through a pandemic
March 25, 2021
Lancer juniors spill the tea about high school
Lancer juniors ‘spill the tea’ about high school
March 23, 2021
Masked Fashion: COVID-19 Pandemic Edition
Masked Fashion: COVID-19 Pandemic Edition
March 23, 2021
Varsity basketball player Kalysa Marie Ng prepares to take a shot during a game against Leilehua High School. Photo by Samantha Europa
Mental health: The game not all athletes are prepared for
November 15, 2022
Kalani High School student Lily Merit leading her crew in seat one during the 2022 Hawaiian Canoe Racing Association (HCRA) state championships. Photo courtesy of Merit.
Sports bring different communities together
November 14, 2022
SLS receiver Jaysen Peters DeLaura making a play against Bishop Gorman earlier this year. DeLaura missed the “Friday Night Lights” feeling when he was injured. Photo courtesy of DeLaura.
Inside the life of injured athletes
November 14, 2022
Academy senior Andromeda Tong cheers at her last football game earlier this school year. She’s excited for the offseason to get a much needed break off the mat. Photo courtesy of Robert Tong.
Insight into student athletes’ life during the offseason
November 10, 2022
Sacred Hearts Academy senior Sydney Bump returned to in-person learning this school year. Bump quit playing soccer to focus on schoolwork and improved mental health. Photo by Isabella Savea.
Hawaii’s youth lose interest in sports during pandemic
March 3, 2022
Academy senior Ember-Joy Guevarra watching a video on social media platform Snapchat. Guevarra has a mixed opinion on social media, which she says can be both a great way to feel connected but at the same time, creates feelings of insecurity. Photo by Abigail Walker.
More teens report feeling sad and hopeless
November 14, 2022
A view of the Sacred Hearts Academy campus. Class sizes at the Academy are typically smaller than other public and private schools on the island. Photo by Danielle Woo.
Exploring private and public schools
November 14, 2022
Senior Julia Jeremiah participates in the school’s student-produced newscast, the Lancers Lately. She loves being able to express her creativity by filming segments for her Video Productions class. Photo courtesy of Danielle Torres.
Growing confidence in a single-gender school
November 3, 2022
Five songs if you want a good cry
Five songs if you want a good cry
May 2, 2022
The onset of the pandemic created opportunities for social media influencers. More people stayed home and tuned into livestreaming content. From video gaming to music broadcasts, these online celebrities found success on platforms like YouTube and Twitch with paid partnerships; some making as much as $1,500 per month. This editorial cartoon depicts how the online community was a much needed metaphorical light during dark times brought on by the pandemic. Illustration by Journey Flores.
EDITORIAL CARTOON – More streamers ‘go live’ during pandemic
March 7, 2022
Sacred Hearts Academy | Honolulu, Hawaii

Ka Leo
Sacred Hearts Academy | Honolulu, Hawaii

Ka Leo

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Malia Okoh

Malia Okoh

Malia Okoh, a senior, is a first-year member of Ka Leo. Okoh has been attending the Academy for the past three years. She spends her spare time swimming, sailing and paddling. Okoh hopes to study in Germany,...

Madison Kwok

Madison Kwok

Madison Kwok is a senior and first-year member of the Journalism team.  Madison spends her free time venturing outdoors on weekends and dancing on weekdays.  Although her future remains unclear, Madison...

Ashley Marie Lardizabal

Ashley Marie Lardizabal

Ashley Marie Lardizabal is a third-year Ka Leo reporter and a senior at the Academy. She is the webmaster of Ka Leo, co-captain of Lancer Robotics, as well as a member of the LIFE team, Liturgical Corps...

Kailanianna Ablog

Kailanianna Ablog

Kailanianna Ablog is a current senior at Sacred Hearts Academy and a third-year Journalism student. She is the president of Korean Club, the Outreach Head for the National Honor Society, a member of the ...

Celine Isabelle Arnobit

Celine Isabelle Arnobit

Celine Isabelle Arnobit is a third-year Ka Leo reporter and a junior at the Academy. In her free time, she enjoys painting, writing, swimming, hiking, watching movies and playing with her dog. She is a ...

Janelle Medrano

Janelle Medrano

Janelle Medrano is a senior and a third-year member of the Ka Leo staff. She enjoys dancing, hiking, snorkeling, and pogo-sticking. In her free time, Janelle enjoys watching movies and going to the beach t...

Kelcie Ching

Kelcie Ching

Kelcie Ching is a senior and a third-year member of Ka Leo. In her free time she enjoys reading, watching Korean dramas, and dancing the hula. Kelcie is planning on pursuing a career in business.   ...

Mariko Galton

Mariko Galton

Mariko Galton is a junior and third-year member of Ka Leo. Outside of school, Mariko is part of Saint Louis School’s JROTC program. In her free time, she enjoys reading, listening to music, dancing the...

Aina Katsikas

Aina Katsikas

Aina Katsikas is a senior and second-year member of the Ka Leo staff. She is an 11-year veteran of the Academy and is currently Student Body president. When not writing for the newspaper, she enjoys blogging...

Frances Nicole Tabios

Frances Nicole Tabios

Junior Frances Nicole Tabios is a third-year member of Ka Leo. She is currently a part of student council as SFA secretary. In her leisure time, she enjoys singing, listening to music, reading John Green no...

Kristen Kate Tumacder

Kristen Kate Tumacder

Kristen Kate Tumacder is a third-year member and webmaster of the Ka Leo staff and a senior at Sacred Hearts Academy. She has been at the Academy since freshman year. She enjoys playing the piano and listening...

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