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Mauna Loas Awakening
Mauna Loa’s Awakening
January 26, 2023
Senior Zander Woolsey works on his computer at Campus Ministry on the Saint Louis Campus. He had both negative and positive experiences when the pandemic hit during his freshman year. Photo by Anna Casupang.
Class of 2023 returns to a normal high school year
January 24, 2023
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
This illustration shows the national trend of more high schoolers opting to take a gap year before college. This educational break can be spent traveling, doing mission work or completing apprenticeships. Experts, like research analyst Julia Rodgers, say that gap years provide a much-needed mental break that motivates students to complete their degree in four years; therefore, helping students to save money on tuition costs. But critics point out that gap years are merely an excuse to postpone school work. Illustration by Mei Wai Lee.
ILLUSTRATION – Gap year gains popularity among high schoolers
November 16, 2022
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
Mauna Loas Awakening
Mauna Loa’s Awakening
January 26, 2023
International Club’s poster at this year’s Club Fair showcasing their ability to welcome many cultures. All photos by Ember-Joy Guevarra.
Club Captures: Gain life skills from these clubs
January 25, 2023
Sophomore Angelina Lind works out in the Academy’s weight room after school. Photo courtesy of Keira Mendonca
Sprinting towards new goals
January 24, 2023
Pictured above are some of the paddlers for Eō Kanalui silhouetted by the infamous Diamond Head shortly after sunrise, taken at a morning practice.
Season recap: Eō Kanalui’s journey across the waters
January 24, 2023
As the NFL social media programmer, Domingsil works with the players on and off game days. She has worked on multiple brand shoots with popular athletes such as George Kittle, tight end for the San Francisco 49ers, and wide receiver for the Seattle Seahawks, DK Metcalf. All photos courtesy of Domingsil.
Alumna takes to the field: Ins and outs of running the NFL TikTok
January 23, 2023
Ka Leo Convos: Draft Day
Ka Leo Convos: Draft Day
January 24, 2023
Ka Leo Spotify creates their own mental health playlist. This playlist contains the 5 best songs/types included in the article. Playlist by Abigail Walker. (playlist link: 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
“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
Pictured above are some of the paddlers for Eō Kanalui silhouetted by the infamous Diamond Head shortly after sunrise, taken at a morning practice.
Season recap: Eō Kanalui’s journey across the waters
January 24, 2023
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
Soft and creamy Lindt Lindor’s Chocolate Truffles for $11.59 at Target.
Top 5 gifts to get teenage girls
January 24, 2023
Senior Gianna Toro eating cafeteria lunch. Photo by Kaelin Apuakehau.
What’s for Lunch: Cafeteria food or home lunch?
January 23, 2023
This editorial cartoon shows how todays youth are being consumed by the demands of social media. With all eyes on them and their eyes on what is going on in the world, teens find that this connectivity can be suffocating. The toxicity of cyberbulling and phishing overwhelm teens, who are not prepared to handle the consequences. Add this to a mix of other factors, like lack of social interactions and stressful current events, and it makes sense why a recent study shows that almost 50% of teens report feeling sad and hopeless. Editorial Cartoon By Journey Flores.
EDITORIAL CARTOON – Social media consumes today’s youth
November 16, 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
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This illustration shows the national trend of more high schoolers opting to take a gap year before college. This educational break can be spent traveling, doing mission work or completing apprenticeships. Experts, like research analyst Julia Rodgers, say that gap years provide a much-needed mental break that motivates students to complete their degree in four years; therefore, helping students to save money on tuition costs. But critics point out that gap years are merely an excuse to postpone school work. Illustration by Mei Wai Lee.

ILLUSTRATION – Gap year gains popularity among high schoolers

November 16, 2022

To read more, find the full article here.

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In the spring of 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic halted mostly all in-person activities. Young athletes were forced off the fields and the courts—and into a downward trend of youth who decided they wouldnt go back. This illustration depicts the issue. It shows a softball player getting ready to bat. Written on the ball coming toward her are issues student athletes face today, including lack of motivation and depression. These issues, experts say, are factors contributing to their disinterest in returning to play. Illustration By Mei Wai Lee.

ILLUSTRATION – Hawaii’s youth lose interest in sports

February 26, 2022

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