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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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Erica Freitas, Reporter

Erica Freitas enjoys playing volleyball for the school team and outside leagues. She is the president of the Sophomore class. Her favorite class is science, and she aspires to become a cardiovascular surgeon.

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‘Looking for Alaska’ gives readers new life perspective

‘Looking for Alaska’ gives readers new life perspective

Erica Freitas, Reporter
May 14, 2013

“Looking for Alaska” starts with Miles "Pudge" Halter as the narrator  following in his father’s footsteps with a transfer to Culver Creek boarding...

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Work study provides financial aid opportunities

Work study provides financial aid opportunities

Erica Freitas, Reporter
May 14, 2013

For some students, financial aid allows them to attend the Academy. The work study program is a way to offset tuition for students who want an Academy...

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Eleven students inducted into Sociedad Honoraria Hispanica

Eleven students inducted into Sociedad Honoraria Hispanica

Erica Freitas, Reporter
May 3, 2013

Eleven students with exceptional language skills and service were inducted into the Sociedad Honoraria Hispanica, or Spanish Honor Society (SHH), on Apr....

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Sacred Hearts evening May Day concert

Sacred Hearts’ evening May Day concert

Erica Freitas, Reporter
May 2, 2013

This year’s May Day celebration, “Hookele,” which revolves around navigation in honor of the Hokulea, was held on May 2 in Sacred Hearts’ Dorothy...

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‘Paper towns’ captivates readers

‘Paper towns’ captivates readers

Erica Freitas, Reporter
April 12, 2013

“Paper Towns,” written by John Green, takes place in Orlando, Fla. The novel begins in a subdivision called Jefferson Park. Protagonist and narrator,...

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Tumblr provides creative outlet for teens

Tumblr provides creative outlet for teens

Erica Freitas, Reporter
April 4, 2013

Tumblr.com, a free blogging web site, was founded in 2007 by David Karp. Since then, more than 99 million users have taken advantage of Tumblr. Tumblr...

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Small steps can increase metabolism and healthy weight loss

Small steps can increase metabolism and healthy weight loss

Erica Freitas, Reporter
April 4, 2013

Metabolism is the rate at which the body performs and burns calories. Boosting metabolism increases weight loss and energy. According to USA today,...

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Breakfast brings students to Student Center

Breakfast brings students to Student Center

Erica Freitas, Reporter
March 8, 2013

Studies show that breakfast is vital for teenagers and young adults. Students sometimes skip breakfast because they lack time at home. At The Clarence...

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Fifth graders take a break from school to attend camp

Fifth graders take a break from school to attend camp

Erica Freitas, Reporter
March 7, 2013

Fifth graders have departed for Camp Timberline in Waianae, run by Kamaaina Kids. Team building activities and individual activities will challenge...

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Counselor leads college tour to San Francisco

Counselor leads college tour to San Francisco

Erica Freitas, Reporter
February 28, 2013

Sacred Hearts Academy is sponsoring another college tour this summer to San Francisco from June 23 to 27. The tour will be stop at the University of...

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Science Symposium offers workshops for girls in grades 5-8

Science Symposium offers workshops for girls in grades 5-8

Erica Freitas, Reporter
February 21, 2013

The 19th Annual Sacred Hearts Academy Science Symposium is for girls in grades 5 to 8 from schools all over the island. Students hear about careers...

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Academy students participate in Physics Olympics

Academy students participate in Physics Olympics

Erica Freitas, Reporter
February 15, 2013

Six Academy students will participate in the 24th Annual Hawaii Physics Olympics from 8:30 a.m to 12 p.m on Feb. 16 at Kapiolani Community College. This...

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St. Louis production of ‘In the Heights’ stars Academy actresses

St. Louis production of ‘In the Heights’ stars Academy actresses

Erica Freitas, Reporter
February 15, 2013

St. Louis School’s production of “In the Heights” features high school students from all over the island, several of whom are from Sacred Hearts...

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Choir performs with other schools in the Hoolokahi Festival

Erica Freitas, Reporter
February 7, 2013

Sacred Hearts’ Choir and Select Choir participated in the Hoolokahi Choir Festival presented by The American Choral Directors Association (ACDA) for...

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BOOK IT continues to motivate students to read

BOOK IT continues to motivate students to read

Erica Freitas, Reporter
February 7, 2013

Pizza Hut sponsors the BOOK IT program which rewards children with coupons for personal pan pizzas once they complete reading goals. “This is the...

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Workshop to educate parents and students about healthy relationships

Workshop to educate parents and students about healthy relationships

Erica Freitas, Reporter
February 6, 2013

Seventh and eighth graders are being invited to attend a workshop with a parent to learn about gender roles, bullying and teen dating violence. The...

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Sophomores contemplate friendships at retreat

Sophomores contemplate friendships at retreat

Erica Freitas, Reporter
January 26, 2013

Sophomores shared memories and stories at St. Anthony’s Retreat Center. The theme for the retreat was God Loves Everyone Equally (GLEE). Sophomore...

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Leo club excels in community service

Leo club excels in community service

Erica Freitas, Reporter
December 14, 2012

Sacred Hearts Academy’s Leo club is a service club sponsored by the Kamehameha Lions club. They participate in many of service activities throughout...

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Academy service clubs are active during the year especially during holidays

Academy service clubs are active during the year especially during holidays

Erica Freitas, Reporter
December 14, 2012

At Sacred Hearts, service clubs volunteer time during the holiday season to lend a hand to others who are less fortunate. Junior Kauionalani Kekuawela...

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SFA makes a difference in student life

Erica Freitas, Reporter
December 10, 2012

Student Faculty and Administration (SFA) is a forum of homeroom senators in grades 7-12 for the purpose of open engagement and communication between students,...

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Sacred Hearts OML competes in monthly competitions

Sacred Hearts OML competes in monthly competitions

Erica Freitas, Reporter
November 14, 2012

Sacred Hearts Academy’s Oahu Mathematics League (OML) team consists of 25 members who meet two to four times a week, practicing Mondays and Thursdays...

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Slippers can cause damage to feet

Slippers can cause damage to feet

Erica Freitas, Reporter
October 3, 2012

Slippers are more popular in Hawaii than shoes, but feet need the right support and care to stay healthy. According to Livestrong.com, the best shoes...

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Mountaineer miraculously survives his 127-hour ordeal

Mountaineer miraculously survives his 127-hour ordeal

Erica Freitas, Reporter
September 28, 2012

“127 hours: Between a Rock and a Hard Place,” written by mountaineer and outdoorsman, Aron Ralston, is an autobiography that begins on April 26, 2003,...

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SHA volleyball moving up to Division I

SHA volleyball moving up to Division I

Erica Freitas, Reporter
September 18, 2012

This school year, Sacred Hearts Academy volleyball teams at all levels have moved up from Division II to Division I, competing against the best teams of...

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