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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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Junior Seyeranne Lat is a second-year Journalism student. She likes to play basketball and volleyball. She was also a cheerleader for Damien Memorial High School the past year. She likes to listen to K-Pop, R&B, rap and hip-hop music. She also loves One Direction. Seyer enjoys blogging on Twitter, Tumblr, and other sites on her free time. She likes to spend time with her family and friends as well. One day she would like to be a forensic scientist or a criminal profiler.

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Junior travels to China every summer

Seyeranne Lat, Reporter
May 16, 2013

Junior Siman Zhang returns home to China every summer. Zhang said, "The main reason why I go to China is to visit my family. The only family I have...

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Eighth graders prepare for Rite of Passage

Seyeranne Lat, Reporter
May 3, 2013

The eighth grade Rite of Passage, a ceremony congratulating students for the completion of junior high school, will take place on May 3 from 6 to 7 p.m. Junior...

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Course registration vital for creating solid profiles

Course registration vital for creating solid profiles

Seyeranne Lat, Reporter
April 4, 2013

Students meet with their counselors in the spring to register for courses for the following year. Students can benefit from good choices as they fulfill...

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Do It Yourself (DIY) projects create new products from original ideas

Do It Yourself (DIY) projects create new products from original ideas

Seyeranne Lat, Reporter
March 20, 2013

The latest trend on the Internet and for teenage communities is Do It Yourself (DIY) projects. Junior Aimy Ung said, “DIY is do it yourself projects....

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Aspiring YouTuber finds new outlet of expression

Aspiring YouTuber finds new outlet of expression

Seyeranne Lat, Reporter
January 30, 2013

In the past five years, YouTube has become a site which often features self-promotion and self-expression. YouTube has become an outlet for many to allow...

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Annual World Languages Week celebrates importance of language

Seyeranne Lat, Reporter
January 30, 2013

The Academy Annual World Languages Week will be held Feb. 25 through Mar. 1. World Languages Week celebrates the cultures of the languages taught at the...

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World Languages Forum panelists share experiences with students

World Languages Forum panelists share experiences with students

Seyeranne Lat, Reporter
January 26, 2013

The Annual World Languages Forum was held on Jan. 14 and 15 at which, students heard a panel of alumnae and teachers shared their experiences in foreign...

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Japanese classes practice skills through pen pal project

Seyeranne Lat, Reporter
December 14, 2012

The upper level Japanese classes have been given an opportunity to learn about their target language in a more creative, technological way. For many years,...

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Tutoring helps students succeed in class

Tutoring helps students succeed in class

Seyeranne Lat, Reporter
December 14, 2012

Students often turn to friends or classmates when they need help with homework or studying for a test. Teachers  are willing to help but not always consulted. Counselor...

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Students and teachers prepare for midterm exams

Seyeranne Lat, Reporter
December 14, 2012

As winter break approaches, so do midterm exams. In the next week or so, students and teachers will be preparing for exams. Freshman Ashley Sumibcay...

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Hawaiian Chant and Dance class participates in Music Festival

Seyeranne Lat, Reporter
November 6, 2012

Presented by the Pai Foundation, the 10th Annual Hapa Haole Hula and Music Festival took place on Oct. 5 at the Hale Koa Hotel. Hawaiian Chant and Dance...

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Original costumes save money and show creativity

Seyeranne Lat, Reporter
October 29, 2012

Halloween costumes can be expensive, especially when people want  something different every year. Ceramics teacher Kaycie Baltunado said, “I have...

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Students benefit from foreign language study

Seyeranne Lat, Reporter
October 1, 2012

According to the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Language (ACTFL), “Students demonstrate the benefits of a second language learning not only...

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iPads offer students life-long learning tools

Seyeranne Lat, Reporter
September 4, 2012

This past summer, Junior and Senior Kindergartners were the first to utilize the iPad for academic purposes. Library Media Technology Specialist, Laurel...

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Jump Rope for Heart raises student awareness in the lower school

Seyeranne Lat, Reporter
April 12, 2012

Jump Rope for Heart has been an annual event at the Academy for grades JK to 6 for many years. It raises awareness of the heart and its conditions. Students...

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Wellness Program emphasizes eating healthy diets and living balanced lives

Wellness Program emphasizes eating healthy diets and living balanced lives

Seyeranne Lat, Reporter
April 12, 2012

The Academy has begun a wellness program that will teach students about healthy eating and the need for daily exercise. Committee members, Jacquelyn Chappel,...

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Television programs change while entertaining youngsters and teach ethical lessons

Seyeranne Lat, Reporter
April 4, 2012

Disney and Nickelodeon are cable channels that children and preteens look to for much of their entertainment. At the same time, many of these viewers look...

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Entertainment changes as new generations arise

Seyeranne Lat, Reporter
March 8, 2012

Disney and Nickelodeon are cable channels that children and preteens look to for much of their entertainment. At the same time, many of these viewers look...

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Careful eating habits and regular exercise keys to staying healthy

Careful eating habits and regular exercise keys to staying healthy

Seyeranne Lat, Reporter
February 8, 2012

Keeping healthy and staying in shape don’t work unless teens are consistent. Regular exercise and daily care of portions consumed is what keeps the body's...

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Healthy relationships with parents create a better environment for all

Seyeranne Lat, Reporter
December 15, 2011

Healthy relationships with parents require being open and honest with each other, and being able to trust and listen to each other’s opinions. Good relationships...

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Antibacterial products can endanger health

Antibacterial products can endanger health

Seyeranne Lat, Reporter
December 1, 2011

Sacred Hearts Academy hosted a pre-APEC conference panel featuring four accomplished women leaders: Ambassador Lauren Kahea Moriarty, Dr. Denise Eby Konan,...

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JROTC participants require focus and determination

JROTC participants require focus and determination

Seyeranne Lat, Reporter
October 31, 2011

Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) has been a program available to Academy students for about five years. Since the beginning, the Academy...

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Highly caffeinated products may lead to osteoporosis

Highly caffeinated products may lead to osteoporosis

Seyeranne Lat, Reporter
October 31, 2011

Today's teens consume a lot of caffeine-filled drinks, such as coffee, soda and energy boosters. These drinks may satisfy cravings, but too much can be...

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Excessive use of hands can cause carpal tunnel syndrome

Seyeranne Lat, Reporter
October 31, 2011

Many teens and adults like to text and go on the computer. Though texting and social networking are fun, they have consequences when done too often. One...

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