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Sacred Hearts Academy  |   Honolulu, Hawaii

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Shelby Mattos

Shelby Mattos, News Editor, Reporter

Shelby Mattos is a senior and third-year Journalism student. She is the Publicity Chair for Division Council and participates actively in the Academy’s band program. As a student journalist, she looks forward to informing people about the happenings at our school and writing articles that motivate change. She enjoys listening to various types of music, editing videos and being around people who make her happy.

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Academy Uncorked 2018

Shelby Mattos, News Editor, Reporter
January 11, 2019

The 2nd Annual Academy Uncorked event raises funds for student scholarships and includes a night of wine tastings, silent auction items, raffle prizes,...

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Winter Choir Concert 2018

Shelby Mattos, News Editor, Reporter
January 11, 2019

The Academy's choir serenades everyone with their beautiful voices as part of the winter concert. For more information, visit the Lancers Lately at sacredhearts.org/lancerslately or...

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After the celebration of Jesus’ resurrection, many participate in Easter Egg hunts where children try to find eggs hidden by their family members. All people celebrate Easter, but for Christians it has an empowering meaning behind it. Photo courtesy of Flickr.

The celebrations of Holy Week

Shelby Mattos, News Editor, Reporter
April 10, 2018

For the past month, you may have noticed that your Christian friends gave up something in their lives or picked up a good habit. Lent is the 40 days spent...

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Teenagers today have become accustomed to seeing morbid humor, like this, on social media. While some brush it off as a joke, others believe this kind of humor should be put to an end. Photo by Shelby Mattos.

Casually self-depreciative

Shelby Mattos, News Editor, Reporter
January 7, 2018

 Oftentimes, in my classes, it’s not uncommon to hear self-deprecating comments casually tossed around by students. “Just kill me now” or “Somebody...

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During our stay at Hwa Nan Women’s College, we bonded with Chinese big sisters. Cherry, one of the big sisters, took care of us from our arrival to departure. Photo taken by Shelby Mattos.

My last sip of coconut milk

Shelby Mattos, News Editor, Reporter
November 7, 2017

It happened. The last day of our stay in Hwa Nan Women’s College inevitably came. I woke up and knew that today was going to be filled with goodbyes...

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Shelby Mattos and her "big sister" in Fuzhou, China. Photo taken by Rebecca Meyer.

Journalism students go abroad

Shelby Mattos, News Editor, Reporter
November 7, 2017

During Fall Break, a group of Sacred Hearts Academy students experienced a cultural exchange with women attending Hwa Nan Women’s College in the Fujian...

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Percussion section leader Lauren Chung directs members of the tuba and color guard section in a game of musical twister.

Sections bond at band social

Shelby Mattos, News Editor, Reporter
October 7, 2017

Sacred Hearts Academy’s marching band held its annual social on Sept. 22. Members of the marching band enjoyed activities that are played every...

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Morning flag line. Photo credit: Taylor McKenzie.

A guide to being a Lancer

Shelby Mattos, News Editor, Reporter
September 11, 2017

Attending a new school for the first time can be overwhelming. For those new to Sacred Hearts Academy, check out this guide Ka Leo put together to help...

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The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is a familiar sight for anyone who has traveled to or from America. Photo courtesy of Flickr.

Traveler’s Guide to TSA

Shelby Mattos, Reporter
April 19, 2017

With summer just around the corner, more and more travelers will be headed to the airport. But before they can enjoy a relaxing getaway, they need to get...

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The view from Honolulu to Narita was missed by most who were still on Hawaii time, which is 19 hours behind Japan.

Sakura in Japan

Shelby Mattos, Reporter
March 30, 2017

This spring break, I visited Japan with the Sacred Hearts Academy band. It was not only an opportunity to bond with my classmates, but it was also my first...

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Student volunteer and Academy junior Megan Mattison helps with the “World of Veterinary Medicine,” a workshop at this year’s Science Symposium that explores the life of veterinarians. Photo by Shelby Mattos.

Symposium inspires girls in STEM

Shelby Mattos, Reporter
February 25, 2017

The welcoming wags of a few furry visitors signaled the start to this year’s Science Symposium at Sacred Hearts Academy. The dogs were part of a veterinary...

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Celebrating the Season of Lent

Shelby Mattos, Reporter
February 15, 2017

On the last Tuesday of February, one might have noticed students on campus eating sugary treats, like malasadas or churros. The reason behind the overflow...

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The lower school library transformed to fit all of the books for the book fair.

Finding the treasure of literature

Shelby Mattos, Reporter
November 22, 2016

This year, Sacred Hearts Academy’s lower school library raised more than $3,200 from its annual book fair. The theme was “Pirate Book Fair: Where...

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Junior Sola Nagaoki shows her artistic abilities with this sketch she posted online for last year’s Inktober.

Drawlloween: 31 drawings, 31 days

Shelby Mattos, Reporter
October 27, 2016

October is a time for Halloween tricks and treats. But for artists, it’s a time to get inspired and showcase their talents through an online challenge...

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