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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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Rochell Ann Agapay

Rochell Ann Agapay, Reporter

Rochell Ann Agapay is a first-year Journalism student and currently a junior at Sacred Hearts Academy. In her free time, Rochell likes to take pictures of nearly everything--whether it is of food, of nature or of a breathtaking scenic view. Being a student journalist means being able to inform readers about current issues through various types of media. She looks forward to being apart of Ka Leo and finding ways for the student body to get more involved with its student newspaper.

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Finding affordable prom dresses

Rochell Ann Agapay, Reporter
April 19, 2017

The night of prom is a date that high school students circle on their calendars. From hair and make-up to gown and accessories, it takes time to get that...

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Chen jumps 15 feet and four inches, placing third in the long jump event.

Lancers advance to states after invitational meet

Rochell Ann Agapay, Reporter
April 10, 2017

A few of Sacred Hearts Academy’s track and field athletes participated in the Ruby Tuesday’s Hawaii Invitational Meet at Punahou School this weekend. A...

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Papahana Kualoa provides cultural service opportunity

Papahana Kualoa provides cultural service opportunity

Rochell Ann Agapay, Reporter
March 28, 2017

Before spring break, Sacred Hearts Academy juniors gave back to the community by way of the land. As part of their annual community service day, the...

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The Academys Hawaiian Chant and Dance students after a long day at the Lei O Lanikuhonua Hula Festival.

Connecting through Hawaiian culture

Rochell Ann Agapay, Reporter
March 15, 2017

Last month, hundreds of students from across the state celebrated Hawaiian culture and dance through the annual Lei O Lanikuhonua Hula Festival. The...

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The SAT is a national exam taken by high school students as a prerequisite for college. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.

Students prepare for standardized tests

Rochell Ann Agapay, Reporter
March 15, 2017

When applying to a college, the Scholastic Aptitude Tests (SAT) and American College Tests (ACT) are huge factors in determining college acceptance.   Last...

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Academy freshman Alena Schenk keeps the ball away from the Waianae defender during the HHSAA Division II state tournament earlier this month. Photos courtesy of Divino Pazcoguin.

Varsity soccer battles it out in state tourney

Rochell Ann Agapay, Reporter
February 27, 2017

The Sacred Hearts Academy varsity soccer team recently participated in the Hawaii High School Athletic Association (HHSAA) Division II state tournament. “I...

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Literature of Food students enjoy a potluck, as a way for food to bring a sense of unity within each other.

Learning literature through food

Rochell Ann Agapay, Reporter
February 16, 2017

This year, for the first time ever, students at Sacred Hearts Academy were able to learn about literature by way of their taste buds. Literature of...

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Tumacder helping senior Sydney Chock prepare for an upcoming cybersecurity competition.

Alumna tackles world of cybersecurity

Rochell Ann Agapay, Reporter
January 24, 2017

Kristen Tumacder, a 2015 Sacred Hearts Academy graduate, has been prospering in the cybersecurity world. Tumacder was recently elected as a member...

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Academy brings Kalikimaka cheer

Academy brings Kalikimaka cheer

Rochell Ann Agapay, Reporter
December 6, 2016

It’s that time of year again–when Hawaiian language and dance students bring holiday cheer to the Academy–through the annual Aloha Kalikimaka performance. The...

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Chance the Rapper will perform in Honolulu on Jan. 7 and 8. Photo Courtesy: Static Flickr

Big-name artists to perform in the islands

Rochell Ann Agapay, Reporter
November 29, 2016

During the holiday season this year, Hawaii music lovers are being gifted with big-name music shows, which are already sold out. Artists Jhené Aiko,...

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High school students spent the day with their grandparents during the Academy’s annual Grandparents Day event.

Grandparents Day ‘never gets old’

Rochell Ann Agapay, Reporter
November 22, 2016

High school students at Sacred Hearts Academy brought their grandparents to school earlier this month, for the annual celebration of Grandparents Day....

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Canned food drive inspires giving

Canned food drive inspires giving

Rochell Ann Agapay, Reporter
November 8, 2016

Every year, in the spirit of giving, Sacred Hearts Academy hosts its annual canned food drive to give to those in need. This year’s drive goes from Nov....

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Hula at Royal Hawaiian Center from Sacred Hearts Academy on Vimeo.

Bringing hula to Waikiki

Rochell Ann Agapay, Reporter
November 8, 2016

Sacred Hearts Academy students are sharing the gift of hula with the community, as they perform in Waikiki throughout the month of October. Students...

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Juniors and seniors of AP U.S. History and AP Government classes participate in the Academy’s first-ever Constitution Camp. Photos taken by Pamela Lino

Collaborating over the Constitution

Rochell Ann Agapay, Reporter
October 14, 2016

Students at Sacred Hearts Academy participated in the school’s first-ever Constitution Camp earlier this month. The camp brought together both the...

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The Academy’s JV cheerleaders celebrate after getting first place in the first ILH cheer competition of the year earlier this month. Photo Courtesy- Augie T

JV cheer makes Lancer history

Rochell Ann Agapay, Reporter
October 14, 2016

Sacred Hearts Academy’s junior varsity cheerleaders made school history after placing first in the Interscholastic League of Honolulu (ILH)’s annual...

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Juniors Rochell Agapay and Hi‘ialo Apo with their freshman “little sister,” Mickayla Baniaga, for Mini Monday.

Freshman Initiation: As Told by a Big Sister

Rochell Ann Agapay, Reporter
September 29, 2016

Sacred Hearts Academy just wrapped up Freshman Initiation Week, when freshmen are officially welcomed to the high school. It’s an exciting time of year...

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Assembly AUDIO SLIDESHOW | SHA 107th Birthday Week from Sacred Hearts Academy on Vimeo.

[Video] Happy 107th Birthday, Sacred Hearts Academy!

September 15, 2016

Click on the video above and watch an audio slideshow put together from the 107th Sacred Hearts Academy Birthday Assembly. Check out this video recap...

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Junior Mahealani Sims-Tulba reads her book to second grader Leilani Freitas. Its Okay To Be Different depicts a story of how one bird overcomes bullying. Photo by Rochell Ann Agapay.

Student fights bullying with nonprofit

Rochell Ann Agapay, Reporter
September 14, 2016

As a victim of bullying, Academy junior Mahealani Sims-Tulba looks to tell her own story and make an impact on Hawaii's youth. She’s doing this through...

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Meet the New Teachers! from Sacred Hearts Academy on Vimeo.

Meet the New Teachers!

Celine Isabelle Arnobit and Rochell Ann Agapay
August 31, 2016

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