December 4, 2009 Ka Leo o Na Koa by Ka Leo o Na Koa

Ka Leo o Nä Koa

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December 4, 2009

Photo by ALEXANDRIA AGDEPPA

Musical group Sweet and Sour accept their first-place award at the annual Nä Hökü talent contest. The group had members from three grade levels. From left to right: Senior Koa Mattos, Freshman Maleko Lorenzo, Senior Kelsey Galago, Junior Kaui Krueger, Junior Pua Tialino-Basques, and Senior Ekolu Kim.

Sweet and Sour win at Nä Hoku Sweet and Sour show all of the sweet and none of the sour at talent show By KAIO TUBERA, staff writer

Nä Hoku Talent Show winners Sweet and Sour wowed the crowd and the judges with their Hawaiian medley to take the grand prize of $100. The singing and dancing group made up of seniors, Koa Mattos on bass, Kelsey Galago dancing hula and Ekolu Kim

singing; juniors Kaui Krueger singing and Pua Tialino-Basques singing and freshman Maleko Lorenzo on ÿukulele. Krueger amazed audiences with his wide vocal range, and Galago mesmerized the audience with her hula talent. A duo of Dane Lum Ho and Nalu Nitta came in second place with an electric guitar and bass instrumental. They won $75.

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Third place and $50 went to Midnight Drive Thru, who performed Into Your Arms by The Maine. The group was comprised of seniors Alex Maelua, Rockne Matsuda, Dayton Pascual and Matt Quenga and junior Jeff Clarke. Contestants were judged on their talent, potential, originality, execution, appearance, and poise. SEE HÖKÜ PAGE A4

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Furlough Friday Graphic

Furlough days affect KSM staff, students

Photo by LACEY FARM

A girl holds a handmade sign in protest of Furlough Fridays in Kahului in early November.

By NOELLE KAULUPALI, news writer

Furlough Fridays affect public schools the most, but there are people on the Kamehameha Schools campus who are also affected. Furloughing all school staff on select Fridays over the next two years is a way for public schools to save money. Public schools have been and will be cancelling school for a total of 34 Fridays over the next two school years. KSM Math teacher Brandy Cajudoy, who has children in the public school system, feels that the solution was a poor decision made at the last minute. “Do not procrastinate in working out a problem, especially if it deals with hundreds and thousands of people’s lives,” said Brandy Cajudoy. A campus poll of the faculty on the

effects of Furlough Fridays revealed that 10% have had to arrange for child care as a result of the furlough decision. Parents like Cajudoy need to find somewhere for their children to go on Furlough Fridays. She said, “My daughter normally goes with my husband in the mornings or the grandmas and grandpas, but they are getting old so she will tend to just watch TV all day [instead of getting a school education] if she is with the grandma and grandpa. She is currently top of her class and I need to keep this momentum up in her education.” Some of the objections to Furlough Fridays are that it takes away instructSEE FURLOUGH PAGE A3

Corrections for Oct. 10, 2009, issue Corrections Policy: Ka Leo O Nä Koa is written and reviewed by the staff. Pieces are checked for accuracy, responsibility, obscenity and potential libel. The staff researches news stories to ensure a balanced approach. Should the need for a formal correction arise, Ka Leo O Nä Koa will address errors in the next published issue. Statehood Essay A2: Lacey Farm taped a televised interview in Governor Lingle’s office. It was incorrectly stated that Farm met the governor. Health Week A11: Ms. Jen Caravageli was incorrectly identified as the only Health Week advisor. Teachers Alejandra Facchini, and Michael Oliver were also advisors to individual

students involved in producing Health Week. Also, children from the elementary school were incorrectly identified as middle school students. HHRSA State Rodeo C5: Sophomore Dylan Godsey was mistakenly identified in a photo as a senior. Costumes B7: Rachel Bega was mistakenly identified in a photo as Rachel Vega. Statehood A3. A poll was mistakenly omitted from our statehood coverage. Ka Leo O Nä Koa apologizes for these errors.

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Members of the community demonstrate their disagreement with the state’s Furlough Fridays.

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KSM teacher, parent of a Hawaiÿi public school student FROM FURLOUGH PAGE A2

tional time for students and that teachers will take pay cuts. U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan, said in a November 12 press conference that after reducing the school year from 190 to 163 days, Hawaiÿi will have to work hard to earn $2575 million in federal Race to the Top grants. The DOE had already been awarded $157 million in a variety of federal grants prior to the cuts. There have been different solutions proposed to the furloughs, such as using $50 million from the state’s “rainy day” Emergency and Budget Reserve Fund and turning teachers’ paid noninstructional time into instructional hours. While a solution is sought, parents and families are left looking for alternatives. Kamehameha Schools Maui is now offering a Furlough Friday Child Care Program to help its employees with elementary school age children to cope By the Numbers Graphic

Numbers up: Furlough Fridays Research and Graphic by TANI NAKAMITSU Sources: Hawaiÿi Department of Education, United States Department of Education, The Maui News

with the furlough days. It costs $20 each time the child attends and lasts from 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in Nämähana Dining Hall. The program includes educational and recreational activities for the children and provides a morning snack and lunch. The program is not open all the furlough days, but there are twelve that parents can sign up their children for. Coach Alika Asing, athletic trainer, said, “Furlough Fridays don’t affect me at work but they affect me personally. On Furlough Fridays I have to make arrangements for my daughter. My son goes to Makawao Hongwanji, a private school, so I don’t have to watch him.” The furloughs affect many people outside of the public school system. Families with children in public schools are struggling to find child care or other educational activities on short notice, and nearly 14% of KS Maui students reported that they feel their siblings are not receiving an adequate education in a recent Ka Leo O Nä Koa poll.

Children who attend KSM, but whose parents work at public schools are making do with less as a result of the double effects of pay cuts and added child care costs. Junior Jeff Clarke said he is affected by Furlough Fridays because his dad works at Baldwin High School. His younger sister also goes to Baldwin, and on furlough days, “She has my parents take her places and pick her up. Then I get picked up later because they had to get her first. It also uses a lot of gas because they have to drive up and down.” Out of 200 students polled at KSM, 67% said they haven’t been affected, but about 14% have siblings who are affected, and about 13% have parents who are teachers or staff at other schools. Unemployed or retired relatives are also being called upon for babysitting services. *Numbers in graphs total more than 100% because more than one response was possible.

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Photos by SARAH ING and CASEY ARCANGEL

The Kamehameha Schools Maui Nä Mele choir, led by junior Kamie-Lei Fujiwara. Above right: Ekolu Kim warms up in the holding area at the MACC. Fellow seniors Harmony Laufou (left) and Ashley Caris wait nearby for their chance to perform at Nä Mele O Maui on Nov. 19.

Warriors take first in ÿÖpio Division By ALEXANDRIA AGDEPPA, staff writer

The high school Nä Mele choir placed first in their division, under the direction of Dale Nitta and Kalei AaronaLorenzo, at Nä Mele o Maui. The competition took place at the Maui Arts and Cultural Center on Thursday, Nov. 19 and also included KSM art entries. The Nä Mele O Maui art contest winners were Brigette Ige, junior, for her ceramics piece, “ÿOpihi Whistle” (Best of Show, first placeDivision IV, $300); sophomore Ken Kanemitsu, for his ceramics piece entitled “Tako” (first place-Division II, $100); and Sarah Ing, senior, for h e r c e r a mi c s p i e c e “ E n d e m i c Flower” (honorable mention). Fourth and fifth grade students from a Hawaiian immersion program at Päÿia Elementary won the overall award. HÖKÜ CONTINUED FROM FRONT PAGE

The judges were Mr. Duane Iwamura, Kumu Keoni Kuoha, Mr. Michael Oliver, and Mrs. Andie Simon. “The talent tonight was very good for a high school, and there was a solid variety,” Oliver said of the seven entries. The show was emceed by student body president, Erin Ventura and senior class vice-president, Uÿi Tanigawa, who entertained the crowd between acts with jokes and a raffle while the judges filled

“Nä Mele is a great event because it is one of the only events in the state that brings together students from grades K-12 to one venue singing Hawaiian songs. Events like this help to bring communities together to learn and practice the host culture, our Hawaiian culture,” said Aarona-Lorenzo. The choir, comprised of 40 high school students, performed Nä Kuahiwi ÿElima, composed by Helen Desha Beamer and arranged by Nitta; and ÿÜlili ë, composed by Naope and Keahi and arranged by Nitta and Aaron Kamaliÿi. “We used to perform this song [ÿÜlili ë] at hotels in Lähainä and Wailea for tourists, and that’s what inspired the arrangement,” said Nitta. “The reason we chose this song was because it fits within the theme and paints a nice pic-

ture.” The Nä Mele choir was accompanied by senior musicians Dane Lum Ho on guitar, Kilohana Borges on bass, and Solomon Ezera on ÿukulele. Kamie-Lei Fujiwara served as the student conductor. “I felt we did the best we could and I’m proud of the group effort… I was honored to be able to conduct,” said Fujiwara. The choir had been practicing for the past two months after school on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Mamo Nitta, middle school choir and Hawaiian culture teacher, had been assisting with improving the students’ tone. “To me, it isn’t about the win. It’s about putting out a quality performance –this is always expected of Kamehameha Schools,” said AaronaLorenzo.

in their score cards and contestants got ready backstage. Other acts included senior Leesa Foree, who performed a classical, solo ballet; Impaired Vision, made up of the Battle of the Bands senior contestants; Simplicity, a completely sophomore group who sang a medley of Beatles classics and original works and a solo by Rockne Matsuda on acoustic guitar. The Nä Hökü Talent show was held on November 21, 2009, at Keöpuölani Hale.

Members of Midnight Drive Thru: Matt Quenga, Alex Maelua, and Jeff Clarke. Photo by ALEXANDRIA AGDEPPA

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December 4, 2009

KS competitors triumph at Hula O Nä Keiki By KYLE DEELEY, sports editor

Senior Kelsey Galago was awarded the Miss Hula O Nä Keiki 2009 title in the Hula O Nä Keiki competition on the weekend of Nov. 15 at the Kaÿanapali Beach Hotel. She danced to Heavenly Häna and Hämoa, songs chosen by Hawaiian music artist Kealiÿi Reichel. Galago also took the ÿÖpio Interview Award, the ÿÖpio Wahine Hula Award, and second place in the ÿÖpio Wahine Oli Award. Galago said she was shocked when she heard that she won. She said it was a “positive experience, but it was like sitting on eggshells waiting for the results.” Her prizes included a Randy Braun photo shoot at 5:30 in the morning immediately following the competition night. “It was hard dancing in the sand, but I think I got more adrenaline from the photo shoot than being on stage because it was in front of a camera,” Galago said. She also won $500, two nose flutes, a handmade pahu, a trip for two on a Trilogy Excursions sailboat, two tickets to the Old Lähaina Luau and Aloha Mixed Plate, and Hawaiian Airlines round trip tickets to the mainland. She also won other cash and prizes, including a Kim Taylor Reece hula statue lamp, for the other category wins. Galago purchased a new phone with her prize money, saving the rest for other expenses. Kekuaokaläÿauÿiliahi, Galago’s hälau, has yielded the overall male and female winners of the competition for the past five years. Kamehameha students, seniors Christian Lum, Preston Tavares, Uÿilani Tanigawa, and sophomore Alexander Guerrero also competed. Tanigawa and Tavares, from Hälau Nä Lei Kaumaka O Uka, took first place for hula and costuming in the ÿöpio pälua division (pictured on front cover). Tavares said he was under a lot of pressure, as he was the first boy from his hälau ever to compete. Guerrero also competed in the ÿöpio pälua division and took second for his hula with partner Tita Ortega, a senior at Maui High School. He also took first place in the ÿöpio käne oli division. Guerrero and Ortega dance with Hälau Hula Kauluokalä.

Photos by KYLE DEELEY

Top: Senior Kelsey Galago was crowned Miss Hulo O Nä Keiki 2009. Left: Senior Chris Lum in his hula kahiko. Above: Sophomore Alex Guerrero demonstrates the effects of drinking ÿökolehao in his comic hula ÿauana.

Lum, a senior, took third in the ÿöpio käne hula and oli divisions. He dances with Kumu Pueo Pata’s Hälau Hula Ka Mälama Mahilani. Pata also won an award for Kumu Hula of Hula O Nä Keiki. “Being the best kumu hula means having the best alakaÿi,” he said, crediting fellow KSM

teacher Kuÿulei Alcomindras-Palakiko, who is part of the hälau. The competition, which has been in existence since 1990, is the only solo keiki hula competition on Maui. Past overall winners include senior Kuanoni Crozier in 2005 and Kamehameha graduate Manalani English (’07) in 2006.

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HOSA prepares for upcoming regionals By NOELLE KAULUPALI, news writer

The Kamehameha Schools HOSA club’s main focus now is the regional competition in January at Lähainaluna High School. Four schools are expected to participate: Kamehameha Schools Maui, Maui High, Baldwin, and Lähainaluna. Some of the categories students can choose from include dental spelling, medical reading, medical math, nutrition, epidemiology, biotechnology, and clinical specialty. The advisors of HOSA are Mrs. Brandy Cajudoy and Mr. Kyle Fujii. They help the students prepare for competition and organize all the clubprojects. There are 66 students in Health Occupations Students of America this year, almost triple the amount of last year. There are more than 35 students signed up to compete right now. After choosing a topic, the students study it and prepare for the test they will be given depending on their topic

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Mrs. Cajudoy goes over events with HOSA members during lunch. The club has weekly practices at lunchtime. As regionals approach, practices will increase and may include weekends and holidays.

choice. Junior Kalei Tamashiro said, “First we have to make a plan on when and what to study.” Tamashiro will be competing in dental spelling. The advisors help keep the participants on track. “We make sure they have a plan of attack for studying,” Cajudoy said. The top three from the regional competition will go to the state competition

2009 Honor Choir event canceled

The Läÿie Inn, on the windward side of Oÿahu, sits empty and blocked off for demolition. The closure caused the cancellation of the 2009 Honor Choir convention, an annual event for KS Maui choir students.

By ARIEL KAHAHANE, news writer

This year the beautiful voices of the Hawaiÿi State Honor Choir delegates will not fill O’ahu. The Läÿie Inn was closed after the lease with its management company, Hospitality Associates, expired, according to a report by the Honolulu Advertiser. Hawaiÿi Reserves, Inc., the owners of the inn, will be redeveloping the property to provide “affordable and convenient” lodging for visitors to the adjacent Polynesian Cultural Center. The Lä’ie Inn had been the headquarters for visiting schools for the past several years. Last year, about 180 people from schools across the state journeyed to O`ahu for the four-day event. A guest clinician worked with the students, and at the end of the event they put on concerts. One highlight was performing at historic Kawaihaÿo Church. The cancellation occurred because no feasible alternative to the inn was available on such short notice. Haliaka Kama, a member of the Nä

in March, the top three competitors there will advance to the national competition in June. The HOSA club recently completed their on-campus blood drive. The blood drive was the final Höÿike Nui product of four seniors; Kuanoni KaniaupioCrozer, Kainalu Yen, Jasmine Chung, and Cameron Yee. They collected 87 pints of blood during the drive.

Photo by ALEXANDRIA AGDEPPA

Mele and Honor Choirs said her favorite part of Honor Choir was “meeting different people.” She thinks Honor Choir made her a better singer. Dale Nitta, organizer of KS Maui’s delegation said the cancellation, “Is a little disappointing especially for the seniors. On the other hand, it takes a lot of time and work, so I will have a

break [from organizing the group] this year.” Students are chosen for Honor Choir based on skill level, gender and parts available. Kamehameha Maui usually sends about 10-15 students. Nitta said that, hopefully next year Honor Choir will resume and other accommodations arranged.

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What Can I Send? A list of suggestions from operationshoebox.com CANDY

Candy (heat resistant) Fruit Breezes (throat drops) Twizzlers

CHRISTMAS

Small unbreakable holiday decorations Christmas stockings Photo by KAIO TUBERA

Items donated to the National Honor Society wait to be packaged and sent to troops stationed overseas through the Operation: Shoebox drive. Other ways to make holidays bright are to bring a new unwrapped toy by Dec. 14 to Ms. Kalena Laepaÿa’s room, Konia 103, for the US Marines Toys for Tots program.

NHS leads U.S. military gift drive By EMILY FARM, news editor

The National Honor Society is taking control of Operation: Shoebox this year. Operation: Shoebox sends Christmas donations overseas to U.S. troops in Iraq. “The troops are out there for a good cause, and although we’re strong on our Hawaiian culture here, we’re still Americans, and so we support the American troops,” National Honor Society president senior Cayla Morimoto said. Vice-president senior Cameron Yee agreed, “Imagine if it was you out there

Earn money for holiday gifts

Photo by KAIO TUBERA

Junior Lei Makua (far right, mid-photo) on the job selling Christmas trees in Kula last year.

CORRESPONDENCE Writing Paper Envelopes Pens/Pencils

DENTAL Floss Mouthwash Toothbrushes Toothpaste

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Coffee (instant) Coffee Creamer Gatorade Powdered Drink Mixes

Tea Mixes (sweet) KoolAid Bursts

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(dry goods, snacks) Sugar packets Bars (Clif or Balance) Beef Jerky Canned Fruit (pop top cans) Cereal (in small boxes) Girl Scout Cookies Granola Bars Gum Oatmeal (instant) Pop-Tarts Ramen Noodles Ravioli (pop top cans) Tuna Kits

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Board Games Checkers (travel size) Chess (travel size) Crossword Puzzles Playing Cards

and how it [being on duty at Christmas] would make you feel.” Students can bring their donations to Mr. Laxson’s room in the Pakï and Konia area any time up until December 11, after which, the packaging will start. Donations can include “non-perishable foods, pictures, books, and letters,” said Morimoto. NHS member senior Preston Tavares, who is in charge of advertising, encourages donations, “Students should be willing [to give] not only for school or the community, but for a greater cause.” He thought personal letters would be most appreciated. Writing materials to allow the troops By KAIO TUBERA, staff writer

O Christmas tree, O Christmas tree, how lovely are your branches brings a whole new meaning to Ku`ulei Makua who sells Christmas trees with her family at Kula Botanical Garden every year in order to make some holiday cash. “My dad’s been doing this since he was 15. I’ve been doing this since I could carry a tree,” she said. Last year, the Makuas sold nearly 1,000 trees over two weekends in early December. Selling trees brings in good holiday money for a few days of work. Makua said, “My sister and I get paid around $75 in tips every day, and at the end of the sale, we get $100 each.” Selling Christmas trees also comes with its fair share of interesting stories. “Last year, a couple came to the farm to buy a tree. They finally found their dream tree, all 14 feet of it,” Makua said. But, the couple had driven up in a tiny convertible. In order to fit it in, the

MUSIC

CD Fanny Packs CDs/Tapes/DVDs Handheld electronic games Sudoku books

PRINTED MATTER

Books (novels, short stories) Newspapers (local) Magazines

TOILETRIES/ HYGIENE Baby Wipes Nose spray Eye Drops Deodorant Feminine Hygiene Products Foot Powder Hairbrushes Hand Lotion Hand Sanitizers Nail Clippers Q-Tips

Razors (disposable) Shampoo Sunscreen Tissues Travel size body wash Tylenol (individual packets)

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Plastic spoons American Flags (small) Baggies (with zip lock) Batteries Bug Spray (must be packaged in zip-lock bag) Duct Tape Disposable Cameras Flashlights (mini/Mag lite, extra bulbs, lots of batteries) Fans (battery powered, small, with extra batteries) Fly Strips Fly Swatters Shoe Insoles Cushioned Socks, white calf

to write back is one suggestion from NHS member Leesa Foree. Just receiving gifts from fellow Americans could brighten the troops’ holiday said Mr. Laxson. NHS member senior Chelsea Rabago said that she wants to help out because of her personal connection to the troops since she has family in the military. “[We want to] make the troops’ Christmas brighter and [their] holiday better,” Morimoto said. Mr. Laxson agreed, saying that this is a “small way to say ‘thank you’ [to the troops] for their sacrifice.” He wished for them to all “come home safe.” Makua family had to stuff and tie down the tree wherever they could. Seasonal jobs, like selling Christmas trees, are just one way to make money. If you need Christmas cash try selling some of the things you don’t use any more. Garage sales, consignment stores, and online resale sites like eBay and craigslist are places to make money from your unwanted stuff, but have a parent accompany you any time you meet an online customer. Double check to make sure financial and identifying information are input securely. The URL should say “https” or the lock icon on the browser toolbar should be in the closed position. Yard work and hanging Christmas lights are also good ideas. Ask mom, dad, aunts, uncles, and other relatives if you can do some extra chores around the house. Make those big puppy-dog eyes, and it’s a surefire way to make some extra holiday cash.

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December 4, 2009

Kane: “We need more Pauahis” New trustee feels need to increase pride among Kamehameha students By ERIN VENTURA, staff writer

Micah Kane, the chairman of the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands, has recently been appointed as one of the trustees of Kamehameha Schools. In a lunch meeting with the student government representatives Cameron Yee, Uÿilani Tanigawa, Kellie Ann Souza, Preston Tavares, Darci Orikasa, Cayla Morimoto, and Erin Ventura he spoke on Friday November 23 about the issue of increasing school pride. Kane spoke about his goals and his worries for the current students of Kamehameha Schools. He said, “I really want to increase the amount of appreciation for Kamehameha Schools in each student, whether they are seniors or kindergarteners.” “It isn’t until students become alumni that they realize the gracious heart that this amazing woman had,” Kane said about Ke Aliÿi Pauahi Bishop, “We need to have more Pauahis,” he said. Kane asked the senior officers how

they plan to carry out Pauahi’s message. Senior President, Cameron Yee said, “We should have more of a realization within ourselves. We need more culture and more tradition.” All the officers spoke of tradition. They said they felt that the school needed tradition before they could have school pride. ”I don’t think I have had enough cultural exposure throughout my high school career,” said senior class treasurer Preston Tavares. Senior class vice-president Uÿi Tanigawa said, “If it wasn’t for hula, I would not know the Hawaiian language as much as I do. I wish I could have learned more from Kamehameha Schools, since I’ve been here since kindergarten.” Kane spoke of his own personal experience of self-discovery and realized the importance of Pauahi and her gracious will. Kane’s realization came from a non-Hawaiian, Hawaiÿi’s governor Linda Lingle, who told him that it is important for him to get involved with the

Photo by KYE HAINA

To cap off Red Friday, new trustee Micah Kane speaks to the faculty and staff about his vision.

issues of his native Hawaiian people. KS Maui teacher Bala Spencer is a classmate of Trustee Kane. His personal realization came while he was living in Seattle after he had graduated from Eastern Washington University. “When I was going to Kamehameha Schools I was just here because I had to be. I didn’t know how good I had it until it was gone,” he said.

Flights, economy change fair By CAITLYN DEMELLO and staff

Kamehameha Schools Maui hosted the annual College Fair on November 17. Starting at 8:00 a.m., students had three hours to walk down the aisles, find their top picks and ask questions to get more information about each school. The fair was also open for several hours in the evening. Several changes over last year were noted. Each school had their own angle to promote. In today’s fragile economy, Pacific Northwest College of Art in Oregon announced that applications to their school are now free. Regis University in Colorado said that more and

more Hawaiian students are going to their school yearly. Another change was that the walk down the aisles was a little shorter than expected. Some colleges weren’t present this year. A few were victims of tighter budgets and lower enrollment targets, but limited interisland flights also played a part. According to counselor Leo Delatori, “There was a college fair that was held on Monday, the day before ours, in Kauaÿi. During that time, there were few flights to Maui the next morning, so some of the colleges couldn’t make it until the night session.”

Photo by CAITLYN DeMELLO

Students listen to a college representative at the annual college fair held at KSM mid-November.

3 campuses; 3 Founder’s Days By LACEY FARM, news editor

The Maui, Hawai’i, and Kapälama campuses have their own unique personalities that make them individual, but they are a part of a greater whole when it comes to honoring their beloved Princess Pauahi yearly at each of the three Kamehameha Schools’ Founder’s Day events. Senior Brianna Vargas-Hafoka, who

transferred this year from the Hawai’i campus, said song practice starts at the end of September, earlier than at the Maui campus, where practice this year started on November 18. Käpalama campus starts in early November. The length of the entire Founder’s Day program also varies, with the Hawai’i campus observance lasting almost

until noon, and the Kapälama campus program ending about an hour earlier, making it the shortest of the three.

SEE PAUAHI ON FACING PAGE

Graphic by LACEY FARM

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Class of 2013 Class of 2011 By JAENALYN MATEIAKA, class president

By KELLY LUIS, class president

The freshman class is looking forward to a winter break to take a deep breath as they push forward and prepare for the last stretch of the school year in 2010. Excitedly, the class of 2013 is winding up for their freshman banquet, which will be held in February and centered on a black-n-white color scheme. In April, the freshman class will participate in their first ‘Aha Mele, and before they know it – it’ll be time to seriously think about academy choices. For now, they continue to climb to the summit, step-by-step, towards a successful first high school year.

As the semester comes to an end, the Class of 2011 will be very busy. Not only will they be preparing for finals, but they will be occupied with song practices and prom preparations. In Seminar, the juniors will soon have their chance to nominate their classmates for Hall of Fame. On December 8, a few juniors will be modeling in the prom fashion show in Keöpüolani during lunch. In addition, the juniors have until the end of the semester to mail in their ring orders to Jostens. If any questions arise, please see the junior class officers, Ms. Frampton or Mrs. Ashman.

Class of 2012 By TUIMANA MATEIAKA, class president

Sophomores are gearing up for the big Sophomore Snooze on December 18 as they sleep out the old year and welcome the new. Around the corner is the sophomore banquet on February 27. Anyone interested in planning or helping, please see any sophomore officer. Not sure who they are? President Tu`imana Mateaki, Vice President Daylan Machado, Secretary Makamae Palos, Treasurer Jordan Nauka, Class Representatives Ikaika Camanse and Ashlyn Ross and Historian Jesse Hozaki have all taken the lead this year in making sure that the Class of 2012 will strive for excellence. PAUAHI FROM PREVIOUS PAGE

In the gym on the Maui campus, flaming red and pink poinsettias line the stage. At the Hawai’i campus, however, the decor for the occasion is brilliant red roses and maile, according to Vargas-Hafoka. Kapälama also uses red roses, according to senior Kalei Holt who transferred two years ago. After the pü sounds, students oli and pule at all campuses. Then the dignitaries, such as the trustees and headmaster, give plants and nä lei as ho’o kupu.

December 4, 2009

By PILI KEPANI, features editor Photo courtesy of NAGAMINE PHOTO STUDIO Naÿilimakuwaiÿoleokekulamehamehaokalunaÿiuÿiuokeahua Kana in his 2007 senior portrait

As the holidays near, so does the halfway mark of the seniors' last year here at Kamehameha. With senior projects finished, college applications now take center stage. But it is not time for the seniors to take a break yet as semester finals will soon be here. In just a few weeks, the seniors will participate in their last Founder’s Day as students. It is always a special way for seniors to start off the winter break before their final semester here at Kamehameha. Then, mark your calendars for Saturday, January 30, the date of the Senior Ball. The theme is Fire and Ice. The ball will be held at the Marilyn Monroe House in Waikapü.

Although his life was cut short on October 1, far from his dreams and goals, 2007 alumnus Na’ilima Kana will always be remembered for his beautiful smile, outgoing personality, and amazing singing voice. What happened to Na’i broke the hearts of many people who knew and loved him. Kana was only 20 years old when he passed away, but within those 20 years he accomplished many things. He started school in Hawaiian language immersion at Pünana Leo O Maui and continued in the program until his freshman year, when he was accepted into Kamehameha Maui. He played volleyball in his freshman and sophomore years. Also in his sophomore year, Kana was a class representative. In his junior year, Kana served as class president, and he was vice-president in his senior year. He also excelled in media, graphic design, video production and journalism. He valued his Hawaiian culture and loved to work in taro patches. Kana was a great influence on the underclassmen he worked with. Senior Ekolu Kim, who worked with Na’i to start the Hip Hop Club said, "He was an inspiration to me. Na'i sparked the school spirit and confidence in me that I needed to become the person I am today. He's in a better place now...lucky guy."

Different from the Maui campus where elementary, middle, and high schools chant together, at the Hawai’i campus each level does it individually. The Proverbs and Psalms passages are also sung at Kapälama instead of stated, and not done at the Hawai’i campus at all. Maui campus and Käpalama sing Pauahi ‘O Kalani and For All the Saints, but the latter doesn’t sing Aloha Pauahi. Maui is the only campus to sing the second verse of For All the

Saints in parts. All three campuses do the Statement of Appreciation. Another difference is the telling of Princess Pauahi’s biography. On Maui it is told through short, memorized sections from children in the elementary school. On Hawai’i, the “kindergarten through second grade share their founder’s story through song,” said another KSH transferee, senior Kama Pahukoa. On the Käpalama campus a designated speaker is chosen to share the story of Pauahi’s life.

Class of 2010 By CAMERON YEE, class president

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Seniors finish, present Höÿike Nui projects By KAIO TUBERA, staff writer

Seniors at Kamehameha Schools finished their Ho`ike Nui projects on November 23 while the rest of the school enjoyed a school-free day. Each classroom had three presentations, which lasted around 20 minutes each, not including a question and answer section from an adult panel. Ms.Priscilla Mikell was one of the panelists. She said, “All three presenters did well in their presentations, and each had their own strengths.” Mikell had some advice for next year’s seniors: “Take the assignment seriously and think about it now so other factors can’t dictate what you can or cannot do.” Sarah Ing, a student of the Arts and Communications Visual Arts Academy, was one of the three presenters in room O-204. She said that she completed an internship at the Randy Jay Braun Gallery as part of the preparation for here project. Braun is a well-known digital photographer on Maui. With an emphasis on the fine arts, Ing’s presentation focused on different

Photos by DAYTON PASCUAL

Two different views of The Battle of ÿAÿapueo, a senior project mural by Sarah Ing and Ainoa Shaw. It is the second panel on the high school campus wall between the gym and grass practice field.

colors and how they are useful when invoking different emotions. Ing said, “I was prepared so it was easy and it was fun sharing my experience.” The new mural on the wall between Kaÿulaheanuiokamoku gym and the practice field is actually the product of Sarah Ing and Ainoa Shaw’s senior pro-

ject. The blue painting is a representation of the Hawaiian legend, The Battle of ÿAÿapueo, a story about the vengeance of ÿAÿapueo and her mate Pueokaia on the men and chiefs of Wailuku. To show her wrath over the loss of seven eggs spitefully broken by Kapoi, ÿAÿapueo gathered owls from all the islands and decimated Wailuku.

Juniors choose senior projects By Ka Leo o Nä Koa staff

On the heels of senior presentations, juniors will soon be meeting with their new Höÿike Nui advisors to begin choosing a senior project. Student’s may choose from a range of projects that reflect their personal passion, but this year, there is also a short list of products suggested by KSM staff that can be done. Students will be invited to vie for the products on the list, so they should be prepared to present their qualifications to be selected. In junior Papa Käkoÿo, these students have been studying and practicing research and persuasive writing. Once the senior project is chosen, the juniors will be better able to select the topic for their final research and paper in Papa Käkoÿo. The junior research paper supports the senior project.

Graphic by LACEY FARM

Senior products not related to the research paper are allowed; however, any product not related to the paper means supplemental research in the senior year, and more paperwork.

“They may as well do their research paper on a topic that goes with their product and save themselves extra work,” said Vice-principal Lance Cagasan, part of the planning committee.

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Molokaÿi...me nä ÿöiwi ÿeiwa Na ÿEKOLU KIM, mea käkau

Ma ka lä ÿumikümälima o ÿOkakopa, ua pae ka papa ÿölelo Hawaiÿi ÿehä ma ka mokupuni ÿo Molokaÿi Nui a Hina. Ua holo nä haumäna ma ka moku mai Lahaina o Maui a i ke awa o Molokaÿi. Ua mälie ke kai, no laila ÿaÿohe nalu i poÿi ma luna o ka moku. I kä läkou hiki ÿana i laila, ua hui pü nö läkou me ka hope poÿokumu ÿo Kaÿawa Wahine a me ÿanakala Mark Lorenzo. Na ka ÿohana Kaÿawa i mälama i nä haumäna ma ko läkou hale i Hoÿolehua. “ÿO këia kekahi o nä huakaÿi ÿoi loa aÿu i hele aku ai,” i ÿölelo ai ÿo Keliÿi ‘Kalikiano’ Lum. ÿO ke kumu o ke kipa ÿana aku i Molokaÿi, ÿo ia nö ka hoÿoikaika ÿana i ka ÿölelo Hawaiÿi a me ke aÿo ÿana i nä moÿolelo o nä wahi a läkou i kipa aku ai. Nui ka hana a läkou ma laila. Ua hele nä haumäna i ke Kula kiÿekiÿe ÿo Molokaÿi a me ke Kula Kaiapuni ÿo Kualapuÿu e launa pü me nä haumäna ÿölelo Hawaiÿi. Hïmeni ÿia nä mele a kaÿana like ÿia nä päÿani, nä moÿolelo, nä hula a pëlä wale aku me nä hoaaloha hou. Aÿo ÿia aku ke mele Mäori ÿo Toia e nä haumäna o Molokaÿi i ka papa ÿölelo Hawaiÿi makahiki ÿehä o Kamehameha, a i këia manawa he mele punahele ia na läkou. Ma ka lä hope o ka huakaÿi ma

Pa'i 'ia këia ki'i e KAMAHAÿO FREITAS

Kupaianaha kä mäkou huaka'i i Hälawa.

Molokaÿi ua holoholo nä haumäna i Hälawa e kökua iä Kumu Mahina Hou ma ka loÿi kalo, he kumu mai ke kula kiÿekiÿe ma Molokaÿi. Ala mai nä haumäna ma ke kakahiaka nui e ÿai i ka meaÿai a hoÿomaka ka lä. Ua haÿiÿölelo ÿo Kumu Mahina Hou e pili ana iä Hälawa a me ka hoÿokaÿawale ÿana o ka ÿäina ma laila, mai ka wä o Ka Mahele a i këia lä. Na ka papa ÿölelo Hawaiÿi makahiki ÿehä i ÿeli i ka honua a kükulu i kekahi

Laÿamia

Ka pö mahina:

Läÿau kükahi

ke kumu läÿau Na ÿEKOLU KIM, mea käkau

He läÿau kamaÿäina këia no ÿAmelika Waena ÿÄkau, akä naÿe ua loaÿa nö i nä ÿäina like ÿole ma ka Päkïpika, e like me Palau, Nü Kalekonia, Polenekia Palani, Pïkï, nä moku o ÿEkuakola, a me Hawaiÿi. ÿO Crescentia cujete ka inoa akeakamai o këia kumu läÿau, akä naÿe, ÿo calabash tree kona inoa maÿa mau. Ma kahi o ÿumi mika ke kiÿekiÿe o këia kumu läÿau me ke anawaena o kanakolu kenimekela. Kekeÿe nä lälä läÿau o ia kumu a he mau pua pelekunu kona. ÿO ka hua o këia kumu läÿau, he ÿano ipu poepoe me ke anawaena o ÿumikümäkolu a iwakälua kenimekela. Hoÿohana ÿia këia hua no ka hana ÿana i nä pila hoÿokani, e like me ka ÿulïÿulï a me ka ÿülili. ÿO ka ÿulïÿulï kekahi mea hoÿokani i hoÿohana nui ÿia ma ka hula. Ma mua, ua hoÿo-

loÿi kalo hou. Kökua ÿia e Kaÿawa Wahine, ÿanakala Mark a me Kumu Kalei. Wahi a Kalai Vargas-Hafoka, “Pömaikaÿi wau no ka ÿae ÿia e hele i Molokaÿi me këia poÿe haumäna. He huakaÿi poina ÿole.” a na Leipölani Watson i ÿölelo, “Ua kaumaha wau i ka haÿalele ÿana iä Molokaÿi a me ka poÿe i laila. Ma hope o ka hui pü ÿana me nä keiki o Ke Kula Kaiapuni, ke noÿonoÿo nei au e aÿo paha i ka ÿölelo Hawaiÿi.”

Na ÿEKOLU KIM, mea käkau Kahakiÿi ÿia e TANI NAKAMITSU

Pa'i 'ia këia ki'i e SHELBY LYNCH

I mea aha ka hua o këia kumu läÿau?

hana ÿia ka ipu no ia mau mea, akä naÿe, i këia manawa, hana ÿia ka ÿulïÿulï a me ka ÿülili me ka hua laÿamia me nä ÿanoÿano o ka läÿau aliÿipoe.

I loko o ka manaÿo haole helu ÿia nä lä, aia ma ka lä hoÿokahi he ao a he pö; i loko o ka manaÿo Hawaiÿi helu ÿia ka pö, aia i loko o ka pö hoÿokahi he pö a he ao. No ka helu ÿana i ka pö, helu ÿia ke kaulana mahina. I ka mahina haole aia he ÿehä pule, he ÿehiku lä ka löÿihi; aia i ka malama Hawaiÿi he ÿekolu anahulu, he ÿumi pö ka löÿihi. ÿO Läÿau Kükahi ka helu o këia pö a i ke kau ÿana o ka lä i këia ahiahi. He lä maikaÿi e kanu i nä läÿau e laÿa me ke kumu läÿau, ka maile a pëlä wale aku, akä, ÿaÿole he lä maikaÿi e kanu i nä läÿau ÿai e laÿa me ka maiÿa a me ka ÿäpala. I këia wä, maikaÿi no ka ÿohi ÿana i nä läÿau lapaÿau. Maliÿa paha he helu pö maikaÿi këia e hoÿoläÿau a loaÿa ka pahu hopu.

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Blayne’s top five By BLAYNE MORTON, Staff Writer

The new year is a time of fireworks, all-night merriment and overall celebration. It is on New-Year’s Eve, when many fabricate their resolutions to better themselves. I think some celebrities are in desperate need of some good resolutions, after all that happened in 2009, so I decided to help them out. Here are my top 5 celebrity resolutions for 2010. KANYE WEST I promise not to interrupt Taylor Swift at the next Video Music Awards…even though we all know Beyonce should’ve won. ;) During the VMAs, West jumped up on stage and said “Yo I’mma let you finish, but Beyonce had the best music video

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ever!” This utter lack of manners even forced a reaction from president Obama. TOM CRUISE I’ll cut down on trying to convert friends, co-stars and exes to the Church of Scientology Tom Cruise is always trying to convert his friends, co-stars, and even complete strangers to the Church of Scientology… ok Tom we get it, you’re really, really, REALLY into your religion, let it go already. PARIS HILTON I’m going to go get a real job this year…not! Hilton is currently a world-renowned rich, daddy’s little party girl whose current “job” (and I use that term lightly) is to simply…do nothing, except sit around in front of MTV cameras, for two -bit reality shows. I mean seriously, go get a job.

T.I. Next time I’mma wait ‘til afta the BET (Black Entertainment Television) Awards ta get arrested... Famous rapper Clifford Joseph Harris Jr. , aka “T.I.” and a few of his associates were arrested shortly before the BET Awards show, at which he was scheduled to perform, for possession of several, illegally owned automatic assault rifles. Huh, I guess he wasn’t just “frontin’” on those tracks. RIHANNA Maybe I’ll stop dressing like a freak at every awards show I perform at… maybe, just maybe… I don’t know if you’ve noticed this, but almost every time I see Rihanna on TV, or at an awards show, she has some kind of freakish, zombie or man-like hair style, generally accompanied by some ridiculous get up. Seriously, what are you thinking? to The Sydney Morning Herald in Australia. He goes by SAL9000, and her name is Nene Anegasaki. They met though the Nintendo DS game Love Plus. The happy couple’s wedding took place at the Tokyo Institute of Technology with a live audience, an emcee, and an actual priest. Nene made a speech and footage of the wedding was broadcast on the Web.

Nearly unbelievable news from around the world Compiled by ARIEL KAHAHANE, news writer

BRITISH COUNCIL DRAWS THE LINE ENGLAND - Watford Borough Council has banned parents without a “play rangers” license from two playgrounds according to The Telegraph. In an effort to reduce the presence of pedophiles,

Celebrity resolutions I think we’d all like to see in 2010

Believe it! WAL-MART- LOW PRICES. GUARANTEED…EVEN ON COFFINS Wal-Mart, in an effort to retain customers even after death, has begun selling caskets through their online store. They are selling 14 models, ranging from $895 for the “Mom Remembered” to the “Sienna Bronze” at $2,899. There is no gift option but you can use your Wal-Mart credit card to purchase.

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Graphic by DAYTON PASCUAL

only children and licensed play rangers are allowed on the playground. Parents must watch their children from behind a perimeter fence. IT WAS LOVE AT FIRST PIXEL? JAPAN – A Japanese man married the “love of his life,” an anime video game character, on November 22 according

“GEEZER BANDIT” STRIKES AGAIN CALIFORNIA - Fox 5 San Diego reports that a man between the ages of 60 and 70 is a suspect in five California banks robberies since August 28. His most recent he robbery of a San Diego bank was November 17. On September 12, the man got away with an undisclosed amount from a bank in La Jolla while carrying an oxygen tank that fed breathing tubes attached to his nose. He fled the scene on foot.

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(intermediate level) INSTRUCTIONS: Fill in the blank squares so that each row, column and each 3-by-3 block contains all of the digits 1 thru 9. Answers on C6

Today's Birthday (12/04/09) This is the year for you to take an imaginative scheme off the back burner and grow it into a business opportunity. You don't require a huge investment to get your idea off the ground. What you do need are associates who know the market and co-workers who know how to get their hands dirty. Aries (March 21-April 19) An older associate provides you with an opportunity that promises satisfaction but also ensures a basic income. Stay until you learn the game. Taurus (April 20-May 20) Take your partner with you to any important meeting. Together you accomplish far more than you can separately. Opportunity knocks. Gemini (May 21-June 21) A female presents a new idea that you jump on right away. She understands the need for balance among the ideas supplied by each co-worker.

Sudoku courtesy of KrazyDad.com

Cancer (June 22-July 22) Get creative with whatever materials you already have. Clean out the refrigerator and cupboards to make space for the new.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) To get the most out of business opportunities, dress for the moment. Leave your grubby jeans at home.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Remarkably, everyone's in sync today. You find opportunities to soften the competition or to reach clients with your message.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) Reach for the stars. We know they're far away, but they look so close right now, and they're actually within your grasp.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) Accept an opportunity from an elder. This could involve money. It definitely improves your image. Colorize.

By Nancy Black and Stephanie Clements Courtesy of Tribune Media Services (MCT)

The horoscopes are an entertainment feature. If you want real advice, look in your Bible.

Kalani Ruidas

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) If there's a vote today, the ladies win. Accept this fact and work with it. There's no point in struggling against the inevitable.

“I would want to visit the North Pole because then I would be able to see penguins and polar bears. I would love to see Santa’s factory.”

“I’d be Santa. I could eat cookies and all other sorts of goodies and not worry about being self-conscience about my weight.”

Ekolu Kim

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) Without the aid of a female, you might not get anything done. Together you can do big things. Isolate and follow your strongest desire.

Shayna Ho

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) A female provides excellent ideas to help raise money. Test these ideas before you invest your life savings.

If you could visit the North Pole to see Santa or be Santa for a day, which would you choose and why?

Hanoa Puaÿa-Freitas

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) Stick to the basics today. You get more for your money. Grab hold and hang on tight, then shift gears.

“I want to see Santa to tell him he hasn’t given me any presents since I was four!”

“I would be Santa so I could give all the poor children in the world the best gifts ever.” Photos by PILI KEPANI

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Pacific Primate Sanctuary houses monkeys in Häÿiku By EMILY FARM, news editor

Monkeys in Häÿiku? Who knew! Pacific Primate Sanctuary in Haiku rehabilitates and houses New World monkeys that have been rescued from research laboratories, universities, federal agencies, and private individuals. There are currently over 72 monkeys in the sanctuary. “Many of the animals…came from here in Hawaii. They were rescued from failed commercial ventures and the pet trade,” said Erin Olson, chief operating officer of the sanctuary. According to Olson, the number of primates in U.S. laboratories has tragically risen 42% in the past 5 years to 96,000. If the experiments involve endangered species, when the research project is terminated, U.S. law mandates that they cannot be euthanized and must be placed with a sanctuary or

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Top left: White Tufted-Ear Marmoset, rescued from a research laboratory, in her lush jungle enclosure. Above: A critically endangered cotton top Tamarin father and son.

refuge. The history of using primates for biomedical research and for the cruel exotic pet trade has contributed to their endangered status. For instance, “In the 1960s-70s, more than 30,000 Cotton top tamarins were exported to the U.S. from native forests in Colombia,” said Olson. “This species is now listed as critically endangered by the International Union for Conservation of Nature.” “We care for them as if they were to be sent back into the wild,” said senior Katie Perryman, who has been interning at the sanctuary since June. The monkeys do well on Maui “because Hawaii has the same weather yearround” she said. They receive devoted care giving and specialized rehabilitative care from sanctuary volunteers. “Our ultimate goal would be to return

the animals to their native forests in Central and South America. However, because of the rapid rate of deforestation, there is nowhere to send the animals back to right now,” said Olson. Pacific Primate Sanctuary is a federally authorized, nonprofit wildlife conservation organization proving refuge for threatened, endangered and distressed monkeys since 1984. The sanctuary receives no government funding, and is staffed entirely by volunteers. The animals are cared for by 17 trained local volunteers, some of them mentored students such as Katie. A few interns have even travelled from Europe to participate in the sanctuary’s unique training program. It is not widely known about because “the sanctuary isn’t allowed to have visitors,” said Perryman. She explained SEE PRIMATES ON FACING PAGE

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Ka Leo o Nä Koa Staff Faculty Advisor: Ms. Kye Haina News Editors: Lacey and Emily Farm Life Editors:Matthew Quenga and Pili Kepani

Sports Editor: Kyle Deeley Staff: Robert Abordo, Royal Afaga, Alex Agdeppa, Jarrin Arakaki, Daniel Borges, Caitlyn DeMello, Ariel Kahahane, Noelle Kaulupali, Shelby Lynch, Blayne Morton, Tani Nakamitsu, Dayton-Lee Pascual, Kaio Tubera, Erin Ventura

Wire Services: Some Material courtesy of American Society of Newspaper Editors/ MCT Campus Highschool Newspaper Services

Editorial Policy

Photo Courtesy of PACIFIC PRIMATE SANCTUARY

Saddleback Tamarin sisters given refuge from a research laboratory. PRIMATES FROM PREVIOUS PAGE

that the monkeys are endangered or disressed, and commotion could affect their fragile health. Federal law also prohibits unauthorized visitors. “We care for them unobtrusively, with the minimum amount of human contact since that is in their best interests if they are ever to return to their native forests,” said Olson. The sanctuary houses marmosets, tamarins, and capuchin monkeys. They are social, highly intelligent animals that are native to the rain forests of South and Central America. The interns and volunteers feed the monkeys, give them medicine, clean up after them, provide a stimulating environment, and try to keep them happy according to Perryman. Olson said that this provides the necessary nutritional, psychological, and emotional support needed to foster recovery and good health. The feeding is a very specific process. “[The monkeys] need a certain amount of grams of vegetables, grains, vitamins, fruits, and liquids per day,” Perryman said. “It takes about an hour to prepare breakfast for [the monkeys. It’s] very detailed work,” she said. The 72 monkeys live in family groups in naturalistic enclosures planted with trees, vines and flowers− very similar to their natural rain forests. For the first time in their lives many of the monkeys get to be outside in the greenery, feeling the wind, the sun, and the rain. “In each enclosure there is also a

play area with miniature walkways and ropes, and inside there is also a feeding station, a sleeping box, blankets, and water,” said Perryman. “There is an infirmary for the sick monkeys, and we keep an eye on them, keep them away from other monkeys and give them the medicines that they need to get better and back to their families,” she said. “The monkeys are very happy.” The sanctuary takes measures to protect both the monkeys and the Maui environment. “On all inspection visits, the facility has met or exceeded all standards set by the USDA,” said Dr. Elizabeth Lyons, USDA veterinary medical officer in her inspection reports of the facility. The sanctuary employs a doubledoor system to isolate the monkeys from the outside because “We respect these islands far too much to ever allow any damage to come by our hands. Also, escape would mean the death of the primate, which we are also committed to preventing,” said Olson. Although Pacific Primate Sanctuary is closed to the public, sanctuary staff provides a free environmental education program to Maui’s school children and welcomes dedicated volunteers. The sanctuary relies on public donations of funds, goods and services. To make donations or to volunteer to help care for the monkeys, call 572-8089, email pps@aloha.net, and visit the sanctuary’s extensive Web site: www.pacificprimate.org.

The staff of Ka Leo o Nä Koa is dedicated to objective and balanced coverage of campus and community news. We welcome comments, suggestions, and letters. To have your letter considered for publication, limit the text to 100 words or less, include full name and grade, and email to: kyhaina@ksbe.edu. Letters may be edited.

Disclaimer: Ka Leo o Nä Koa is a publication of the journalism class of Kamehameha Schools Maui. The views expressed represent the views of the individual student writers and editors and does not reflect the views of KSM, KSBE, or its affiliations.

What’s up next? By ROYAL AFAGA, feature writer

The What’s Up Warriors Five crew will be holding a one-hour long Christmas broadcast in Keöpüolani Hale on December 17. This year’s crew is 15 strong with students specializing in sports, editing, videography, and special effects. You may have seen some of their videos on last year’s Christmas broadcast. This year, there will be more action, more news, and more entertainment in store for the audience.

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Consignment store for teens opens in Päÿia. New business opening soon in Pa`ia promises affordable clothing for teens By KAIO TUBERA, staff writer

Päÿia is known for its laidback feel and high-end shopping, but this December brings a new store for teens that offers fashion and value. North Shore Consignment, a boutique will feature clothing for women, men, and juniors, but artwork, jewelry, and gift items will also be sold. Store owner Judy Grodan is hopeful about her new business. “I want to sell nice, affordable clothing,” Grodan said. “I taught my daughters that it’s so nice to not have to pay a lot to wear something new, especially on this island and in this economy. “ Grodan is offering a 20% discount off any item via a coupon found in the Maui Weekly. Money from clothes sold on consignment will be split 50/50 with the seller.

Walk into this Winter Wonderland A preview of the Christmas Concert By ALEXANDRIA AGDEPPA, staff writer

Come and be dazzled by this year’s Christmas concert. Keöpuolani will be filled with the ultimate Christmas spirit on Thursday, December 10, from 6:007:30pm as the KSM performers show what the true meaning of Christmas is. The Hawaiian Ensemble, choir, drama, hula, and Ka Pä ÿAi Kuÿi classes, under the direction of nä kumu Kalei Aarona-Lorenzo, Dale Nitta, Camille Romero and Cody Pueo Pata, will be performing. The theme of this concert is “Christmas in Hawaiÿi.” The Kamehameha Elementary School’s Nä Mele choir and middle school’s choir, under the direction of Mr. Clarke Tuitele and Mrs. Mamo Nitta will also perform. Kumu Kapulani Antonio is also involved. “I was asked to coordinate the acts and I also wrote the skits,” said Antonio. “There has been student participation in preparing the concert from the classes performing; Mike Welch,

Photos by KAIO TUBERA

Left: The first consignment dresses are already hanging on the racks at North Shore Consignment in Päÿia. Above: The store will occupy a second-floor space above Café Des Amis.

Putting your clothes on consignment means that you will be giving your clothes for someone to sell, but you still own them. When your clothes are sold, you split the price with the seller. “Customers will be consulted on what they hope to earn from the clothes. The clothes they put on consignment will be full price for 6 weeks,

then half price for 2 weeks, then on the dollar table for one week,” Grodan said. Located above Café Des Amis, across from Mana Foods, North Shore Consignment will be a destination for teens shopping on a budget. To put your clothing on consignment, items must be clean and in good condition.

who is in charge of the equipment in Keöpuolani; and art teachers such as Mrs. Mason and Mrs. Abe.” Romero and Pata are also contributing. The high school choir will be singing a medley of Christmas songs, including Carols Rejoice arranged by John Purifoy, Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas arranged by Mark Hayes, and Three Jazzy Bell Carols arranged by Jay Rouse. The high school choir has been rehearsing over the past month during their fourth block class. Nitta also said, “They [the students] have been diligently working to bring Christmas cheer to all, and we’ll also have a special guest from the North Pole!” Pata’s Papa Hula and Ka Pä ‘Ai Ku’I (core strengthening)will be performing hula and lua traditions. None of these performances will be Christmasrelated; however, “The mele hula is set during the hoÿoilo (winter) season. It is when kukui nuts were gathered in the grove of Lilikoÿi and the harbors were rough,” Pata said. “Through rigorous rehearsals, literacy assignments, and testing, I have seen every haumäna push their limits a little farther…Haÿaheo wau,” said Pata. Both performances will allow the audience to learn more about Maui’s unique history

as well as the traditions shared in both classes. This Christmas concert has been an annual tradition for “at least seven years,” according to Nitta. The three choirs will be combining for the finale performance of Grown-up Christmas List and Pö La ÿIe. “It’s worth coming to celebrate the efforts of our haumäna,” said Pata. Also, “This concert will help you get into the ‘Christmas Spirit’ and it’s one last celebration before final exams,” Antonio said. Come early, sit where you like, and enjoy the show for free!

Graphic by LACEY FARM

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December 4, 2009

The Second Part in an Epic Tale of Destruction Photos and Story by KYLE DEELEY, Sports Editor

nce cars are removed from the side of the road, they are towed to a storage facility in central Maui, just off of Kuihelani Highway. The cars are stored here for 30 days while the Maui County Abandoned Vehicles Office contacts their owners. The owners of the vehicles are required to pay a fee for the towing of their car as well as a hefty fine for abandoning the vehicle in the first place. “Abandoning a vehicle isn’t free,” said Patience Gaia, head of the abandoned vehicles office. County workers do a monthly inventory of newly towed cars. They find the vehicle identification number on every car, and match that to the owners’ information. Using VIN and license plate numbers, officials are able to track down the owners of over 90% of vehicles said Gaia. If the cars are unclaimed for 30 days, they are put up for auction by the county. Bidding for the cars starts at $50, and cars in good condition can go for up to $1,000. The money from these auctions goes back to the county.

The cars at the Maui Baseyard are generally in poor condition, as most have been vandalized during their time on the side of the road. Some have broken windows, and others are missing engines. The auction is a favorite stop for mechanics in need of parts. For $50, a person can purchase a used set of tires and engine parts as long as they are then willing to dispose of the car afterwards. The auctions are held on the third Friday of every month. Participants in the auction must sign in and receive a bidding number by 9:30a.m.. All sales are final and all purchases must be made in cash before the owner may leave with his or her car. The eclectic mix of makes and models of cars is reminiscent of a car graveyard. With hoods agape and bent axels, the cars look like nothing more than ancient dinosaur fossils. If the cars go unsold at the auction, they are towed over to either SOS Scrap Metal or another recycling organization, where they are processed and sold as junk.

These cars sit in the Maui Baseyard, waiting to be auctioned or scrapped. Many cars stored at the baseyard are good only for parts.

This car had its engine removed either while it was sitting on the side of the road, or by its owner before it was abandoned along Maui’s roads. Some think this is an easy way to dispose of unwanted cars, but county official Patience Gaia says in many cases, the car can be traced back to its original owner and fees and fines imposed.

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Wonka musical a tasty delight

By PILI KEPANI and staff

The lights went down and the audience went silent expecting the curtains to open wide to the beautiful stage set for Willy Wonka. But the audience was surprised and delighted when Willy Wonka, played by senior Ekolu Kim, started off the play with the play’s song. The first words were, “Come with me and you’ll be in a world of pure imagination...wanna change the world? There’s nothing to it. ” Kim’s beautiful voice and eccentric attitude brought life to the Wonka character throughout the play, creating chuckles at comic moments Junior Wesley Kiaha played the always optimistic Charlie Bucket with lots of energy, stage presence, and a great stage voice that was loud and clear. Supported by a bed full of uproarious miscommunicating kupuna, scenes with Charlie’s family were both charming

Ekolu Kim as Willy Wonka

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Top left: The golden ticket winners are surprised by a candy factory room that shrinks in on them. Bottom left: The Oompa-Loompas are ready to do Wonka’s bidding. Above: Mrs. Gloop, played by Harmony Laufou, can’t sing enough about how proud she is of her voracious son, Augustus, played by Kuanoni Kaniaupio-Crozier.

and witty. Senior Harmony Laufou stole her scenes with a hilarious German accent, which she even managed to keep up during her exquisite operatic singing, hitting every note perfectly. Senior Kuanoni Kaniaupio Crozier was equally side-splitting as the gluttonous Augustus Gloop, who just wanted to “eat more” and found himself drowned in a chocolate river as a result. Mika Teavee, a young girl who is obsessed with T.V. and video games was played by senior Katie Perryman with enthusiasm and excitement, and she did a great job at being sarcastic. The famous gum chewer, Violet Beauregarde, played by junior Alana Song, and Brazil nut company heiress and spoiled brat, Veruca Salt, played

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by sophomore Rachel Bega were appropriately annoying and obnoxious. To the audience’s surprise the Oompa-Loompas were played by ten fifth graders and one sixth grader from Kamehameha Schools elementary and middle school campuses. The stage was decorated with colorful set pieces by Caro Walker. The costumes, designed by Andre Morissette, gave the characters their personalities. “It’s great! They’re doing a super job!” high school principal Dr. Warren Hitz said. Junior Kaydee Park said she liked the live piano accompaniment. “I like how the music is different,” she said. “This play is amazingly good. I wish our school could see this as well.”, said John Hart, a Seabury Hall student.

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Santa’s helpers on land, air, sea By LACEY FARM, news editor

Christmas gifts are not just toy trains, teddy bears, or video iPods. And giftmakers are not just short guys with pointy ears and green garb. Every night that we snooze peacefully in our beds, we do so because of our ever-vigilant military on land, air, and sea. As an aspiring Marine, I have watched and read several documentaries on our armed forces and learned at home and school about previous wars. I have learned that the United States military does more than just march in step. They give all Americans the greatest Christmas present anyone could ask for−security. So this season, don’t talk only of Santa’s little helpers who sew dollies and build rocking horses for children;

Dear So, I’ve been feeling depressed recently. You see, there’s this girl in my school that I like. But the problem is, I’m not sure that she even knows I exist. I pass her in the halls, and I want to say “Hi” or “Hey, what’s up?” but I can never find the courage to speak up. I mean, it’s not like I have a problem speaking to people; I don’t. But every time I see this girl, nothing comes to mind. All I can do is look at her and try not to come off as creepy. Please, if there is anything you can tell me to remedy this situation, anything at all, please, please, please let me know! Signed, Lost in Love

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also remember the others who help make the season bright−our country’s helpers, who train hard in boot camp, put their lives on the line every day, and protect freedom. This Christmas, people should expand their shopping lists beyond just cookies for Santa and goodies for their friends and family. Soldiers overseas would also appreciate some special treats in the mail. Last year, I donated a whole box of Top Ramen to Operation: Shoebox, which sends packages to soldiers. I received a letter back from a woman sergeant in Iraq who said the soldiers had “fought” over the yummy snacks. It is a simple gift that can mean a lot. If you are running short on money, just sending a little card or note would certainly put a smile on these honorable faces. This year, my sister Emily and I wrote six letters, made three cards, and donated candy, toothbrushes, and Costco-sized boxes of beef jerky, granola bars, and Famous Amos cookies. I would like to challenge everyone to do the same or better. Although our paths may not lead us all to defend our country, everyone can Dear Lost, Hey man, don’t worry about it. You aren’t the only one who has had a problem talking to a girl. You see, every now and then, we men are struck with something I like to call verbal paralysis. Verbal paralysis can happen any time we find ourselves in the company of the fairer sex. It is basically when our vocal cords shut down, and we find ourselves gaping like fish. The next time you find yourself in this situation, there are a few things I want you to do. 1. Close your mouth. This may be the most important hint you read here, so I’ll repeat it: close your mouth. Sometimes this step isn’t necessary, if that’s the case, kudos! If not, it’s okay. It’s not because you’re weird. It’s because you were about to say something, and she walked by. Don’t worry about it. Close your mouth. 2. Think of something to say ahead of time. When she comes by, compliment her. Say something nice about her hair or her shoes. Avoid her clothes because…well, we have uniforms here. If you succeed in paying her a compliment without making it sound weird,

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recognize those who do. My advice: Always remember that good things come in small packages, and you can send them out in the mail.

she’ll know you’re not a mute, but someone who can have an intelligent conversation, not to mention someone who doesn’t gape like a fish. Apply these tips the next time you see her. Hope everything goes all right for you, man. And if it doesn’t, well there’s always next time! Sincerely, So I Heard Some Things Sudoku Answers

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Baldwin Classic previews champs By JARRIN ARAKAKI, staff writer

KAHULUI – The four-time MIL Championship boys varsity soccer team finished fourth in the preseason Baldwin Classic tournament after a 4-0 loss to Saint Anthony’s November 20-22. Entering the fourth straight title defense, the team graduated seven players last year. Senior midfielder Daniel Borges said, “We lost some key players, but I think we should be ready for this season even though we ended the tournament in a disappointing fashion.” Junior defender Matthew Kahoÿohanohano said, “I feel confident we should have a good season because we got the talent and we are going to be just as good as always.” The tournament’s first games were held on Friday, and the team came out firing with a 2-1 win over Maui High. The team’s second game was Saturday morning against King Kekaulike, coming out with a 4-2 loss. The team’s third game was Saturday night coming out

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Alika Ribao outmaneuvers Maui High as he breaks for the goal in the first game of the Baldwin Classic.

with a 2-2 tie against Baldwin, the eventual champions. The team qualified for a third-place match Sunday afternoon when they faced St. Anthony, but a 4-0 loss left the team in fourth for the tournament. The team’s leading scorers were Kawena Chang-Yuen and Desmond Machado coming out of the tournament

with two goals each. As the lone 4-year senior, Borges said “I’m excited for my last season.” Kaho’ohanohano said, “just as Pauahi had a legacy, so does Kamehameha Schools Maui soccer, and this team can be something the school can be proud of and everyone should come out and support us during this season.”

JV football team has bumpy season By DANIEL BORGES and staff

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Stanley Cabanas flies out to the sideline on a run play against Maui High School.

The junior varsity football boys recorded four wins and four losses this season ending on a high note with a 21-7 win over Maui High. Sophomore wide receiver Daylan Machado made many key catches that put points on the scoreboard, while sophomore running back Küpono Cabanas was instrumental in gaining yards on the ground. The team of sophomores Palani Hassett and Kalei Haake held their own making many bone-crushing stops and tackles. Sophomore Ikaika Camanse said one of their biggest challenges that contributed to the four losses was not being in condition. He felt that the players overall should have gone into the weight room more often. With only 16 sophomores listed on the roster, Camanse said, “The best part of our season was the bond that the sophomores had together.”

Fellow sophomore Jordan Nauka agreed, “As the season went on our trust for each other changed and we became a family.” Nauka also said that the freshmen played a big role in contributing to this year’s offense and defense. Freshman quarterback Ryan Graham made a splash in his first year of high school football. He used his wicked quickness and agility to turn failed plays into positive yardage by tucking and running the ball himself on many occasions. Freshman defenders Kiÿai Kaya, Devonte Llanes, and Chayce Tancayo made their share of tackles and sacks. With the majority of the 2009 team made up of freshmen, head coach Jojo Chong Kee sees potential in next year’s JV team. “You know,” he said before the last game. “The season started with 38 freshmen, and we didn’t lose any. All 38 are still coming out and playing.”

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Senior running back Chase Bell pushes for yards before being tackled by a Maui High defender.

Final game sets season record Varsity football season ends, 2-7 By ERIN VENTURA, staff writer

For the Warrior varsity football team, what started out to be a season of great hope, turned into a season of “almost wins.” The year started off with a win against the Maui High Sabers, and then the Warriors hit an 0-6 winless streak.

The streak began when they lost to King Kekaulike by one touchdown, followed by a 22-0 loss to Lähainaluna on Homecoming night. The next loss came on October 2 when Baldwin’s quarterback threw a touchdown pass with less than a minute to go in the fourth quarter, putting them up 21-17.

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The next week, was the start of the second round; the Warriors were defeated by the Na Aliÿi 50-9. Last chance for a state title berth hopes were shattered by the Lunas. In an evenly matched game, the outcome was decided in the last twenty seconds. One week later, the Warriors lost to the Baldwin Bears 14-7. Baldwin scored in the last quarter, giving them the win by a one-touchdown lead. The streak ended when the Warriors set a season record with most points scored in a game. The season-ending victory against the Maui High Sabers ended 56-22. With an unusual amount of penalties called against the Sabers, the game yielded many opportunities for the Warriors to excel. Eli Ferreira threw for five touchdowns along with one rushing touchdown. Cameron Yip caught two touchdowns from Ferreira. Kekoa Turbeville added one touchdown, and Terani Richmond had eight receptions for 80 yards. The defense got four interceptions. “The outcome of the season was not exactly what I hoped for. However, bonding with my teammates and leading the team made the season very fulfilling,” said senior wide receiver and team captain Cameron Yip. SEE FOOTBALL PAGE D3

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Winning season ends in close sets at states By KYLE DEELEY, sports editor

After a perfect 12-0 season in the MIL, the Maui Volleyball Warriors were beaten in three sets 25-21, 25-19, and 25-23, by Moanalua High School in the quarterfinals of the state tournament on October 28. A friendly rivalry had developed between Nä Menehune and the Maui Warriors because of the results of the last two state tournaments. In 2007, Moanalua beat the Warriors in the first round, but in 2008, the Warriors battled back and progressed to the second round after besting Moanalua. Head coach “Bala” Spencer said that his strategy was to nullify Moanalua’s strengths while playing to their own. The team was relying on its superior ball handling skills to counter Moanalua’s power. Spencer said the team’s biggest advantage was its ability to “be flexible and rotate in new girls.” “We needed to step it up and play mistake free,” he said. The Moanalua coach told reporters that his basic strategy was to “slow down Ginger Long.” Long was the Warriors’ leading offensive player in the regular season, and one of the keys to their success. Junior Kaulana Ane was the game’s Impact Player for her all-around offensive and defensive play. Before the next season, Spencer plans to step up the time in the weight room to improve performance.

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Junior Kaulana Ane sets the ball as freshman middle blocker Leimana Kane moves in for the kill against Maui High.

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Name: Kayla Kahalewai Sport: Soccer Jersey Number: 2 Position: left/right outside halfback and fullback defender Height: 5’3” Age and grade: 16, junior

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Holokai makes states first season By DANIEL BORGES, staff writer

Workout: Ab workouts for 45 minutes to an hour. Boxes and ladders in the weight room to work on quickness and distance, at least 1-2 miles, 3-4 times a week. Hobbies: Cruising at the beach and hiking in the valley. Something others (KSM students) do not know about her: “I love when people sing to me!” What she adds to the team: “I bring 100% dedication and hard work to the team. I am also a good and fun team player.” Challenges the team has faced so far this year: Losing almost the entire starting lineup from the previous year. Nine of the starting lineup were 2009 graduates. “We have a very young team this year so adapting to each others’ styles of play was sort of an interesting challenge for all of us.” How she has conquered “the hurdles”: “I know that my team and I are all capable of great things. Conquering the hurdles is easy if you have motivation, and above all, a strong mind, and always a great amount of faith in the team’s capabilities.”

First-time runner sophomore Naomi Holokai earned an appearance at states at the Honolulu Marathon/ HHSAA Cross Country Championships held October 31 on Kauaÿi. She said she ran cross country for the first time this year because she wanted to try it out and see how it was. She also wanted to participate in a fall sport. In addition to cross country, she also paddles in the winter and participates in judo in the spring. Being the only Kamehameha Schools Maui runner at the competition held at Island School was a challenge. Holokai said, “It was kind of emotional for me, actually. I think it was because I missed my friends, and since I was the only one going, I felt lonely and like I wasn't being supported. I was really emotional right before the race, but I made my best time, so that was the good thing!” Holokai placed 128 out of 158 at the event hosted by Island School. FOOTBALL FROM PAGE D2

Senior wide receiver and team captain Kekoa Turbeville said, “I felt we had enough talent to do damage in the MIL this year, but we couldn’t close out games to get the ‘W.’ I think that this is a good learning experience for the underclassmen. I believe they will be good leaders for next year’s team.”

Name: Chase K. Bell Sport: Football Jersey Number: 24 Position: Linebacker/Runningback Height: 5’ 9” Age and grade: 17, senior Workout: “I pretty much enjoy just working out and lifting weights whenever. I never really enjoyed it when I was younger, but it’s quite pleasurable these days.” Hobbies: “Cruising, kicking it and jumping in the river very gratifying to me. Something others (KSM students) do not know about him: “I live deep in ÿÏao Valley. Straight out the wai side.” Other Sports: Track & Field What he adds to the team: “I must say, I add my own certain type of swag, and ‘Chase-NESS.’ Everyone brings their own unique-NESS, and it has been an honor to bring my Chase-NESS to the field of play.” Challenges the team has faced so far this year: “We came out with a solid team, but lost many tough and close games.” How he has conquered “the hurdles”: “We ended with a 56-22 win, brought it together as a team, worked together as a team and got that ‘W.’” How long he has been playing: I have been playing organized football since I was 8 years old, but the game has been running through my blood since I was born.

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KS sports think pink By KYLE DEELEY, sports editor

The Kamehameha Schools girls volleyball team donned pink uniforms and set up donation stations during the week of October 6 to raise $17,028 to help those struggling with breast cancer cope with their medical bills. October was National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The girls kicked off the week by showing Heart of the Sea, about Rell Sun, a famous surfer who died of breast cancer. They had a table to accept donations outside. All proceeds from the week’s event went to the Side-Out Foundation, a fundraising organization that uses the publicity that volleyball generates to raise money. Side-Out has a fundraising goal of seven million dollars in 2009. Along one wall at the October 6 game were posted “memory cards” in memory of those who had lost their lives to cancer. Among the names on these cards was Bernice Pauahi Bishop. During the games they played later that week, the team dressed in pink jerseys, the color adopted as a symbol for breast cancer by several awareness organizations. Other schools participated in the fundraising as well. Seabury Hall donated all proceeds from their concession stands for one game to the cause. The combined events raised $17,028 for breast cancer throughout the week. Head coach Charles “Bala” Spencer

Club volleyball benefits high school athletes Clubs are important for students to increase their skills By ERIN VENTURA, staff writer

Every year after the varsity girl’s volleyball team finishes off their season with the state tournament, the girls look forward to the club volleyball season. Club volleyball is an extra-curricular team sport. The teams compete at a high level in nationwide tournaments for eight months of the year. This is a time for girls to increase their skill, gain exposure, and receive one-on-one coach-

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Above: Junior McKenzie Moniz dives for a dig. Right: Junior Kaulana Ane is pretty in pink as she whips the pink volleyball past a Luna defender. Far Right: Cheerleader Kalei Tamashiro shows her support for breast cancer research by suiting up in pink.

said he learned about the program when he was watching a college volleyball game. Both teams participating were dressed in pink and that piqued Spencer’s interest. In other sports, the Warrior football team also decked themselves out in pink, using everything from pink duct tape to pink gloves, and the cheerleading. Varsity Head Coach Bala Spencer said, “Club volleyball serves to enhance a player individually. It is a time to perfect skills as well.” “The pros of club volleyball [are that they] can help athletes gain a lot of experience that will help them to better their skills; an increase in court experience through playing tournaments is also good. It can also expose players to situations when college coaches come in and observe practices. Some fortunate players can play for clubs that travel to areas you don’t normally see, and more skilled individuals have opportunities to be seen and hopefully receive something in return,” he said. Kaulana Ane, a junior and starting setter for the varsity squad said, “Club volleyball is great for team building and

ers tied up their hair with bright ribbons to show their pink flair. The Warriors were not the only ones concerned about cancer though. Lähainaluna’s and Seabury’s volleyball teams were also spotted wearing pink and the Maui High Sabers volleyball and foot ball teams also sported pink apparel at October games. can be a vehicle for getting to college.” She has been playing club volleyball since the age of eight and strongly believes that it is very beneficial. Club volleyball can have its drawbacks. Spencer said, “The cons of club volleyball are that some clubs are very expensive, and some coaches aren’t coaching for the right reasons. Club volleyball also instills a mindset of always being winners. It may sometimes interfere with school work as well.” Tryouts are held around the beginning of November, and teams are chosen by late November or early December. On Maui there are three club volleyball teams for high school students: Hawaiian Style, Lanakila, and Maui Volleyball Club. This is Lanakila’s first year.

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New trainer arrives: Coach Harkleroad By TANI NAKAMITSU, staff writer

Near the end of the one-trainer fall sports season, Coach Erin Harkleroad joined the KSM athletics department as an official trainer. Harkleroad helps Coach Alika with the injured athletes and helps rehabilitate them. Coach Erin is originally from Southern New Hampshire. She received a bachelors degree from Pennsylvania State University, majoring in kinesiology with an emphasis in athletic training. Then, she attended San Jose State University to do her graduate work. She received a masters degree with a dual emphasis in sports medicine and sports management. Harkleroad has been living on Maui for about five years. She said she has been enjoying her experience at KSM. “I have awesome coworkers and the students have been so much fun to meet and work with,” She said. For this year, Coach Erin will be helping with sports such as girls soccer, girls basketball, and swimming.

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Coach Harkleroad tapes sophomore Kalena Kaÿeo (above) and Junior Liz Higashino (left) before soccer practice.

“I have awesome coworkers, and the students have been so fun to meet and work with.” -Erin Harkleroad, on her experience as a new trainer at Kamehameha

Hawai‘i’s MMA Champion Defends at UFC 107

The Prodigy, The Lightweight King, The Future Hall of Famer, Baby Jay-I’m talking about the Ultimate Fighting Championship Lightweight Champion BJ Penn. Penn earned the nickname “The Prodigy” because he earned his Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt in only three years when it usually takes 10 or more years. He was the first non-Brazilian to win the World Jiu-jitsu Championships as a featherweight in the black belt division in 2000. He also has great flexibil-

ity on the ground. Since Penn entered the Ultimate Fighting Championship in 2001, he has been one of only two people to win a title in two different divisions (lightweight and welterweight). So, going into UFC 107 on December 12, BJ Penn (14-5-1) will be in the main event defending his UFC lightweight championship against Diego Sanchez (23-2). Penn is going into this fight having won the past 4 out of 5 fights in the UFC. His only defeat was to George St. Pierre in a highly anticipated fight that ended controversially because St. Pierre had used Vaseline on his back to give himself an unfair advantage. His opponent, Diego “The Nightmare” Sanchez, has dropped down one weight class to fight in the lightweight division. He has also won the past 4 out of 5 fights in the UFC, but only 2 of the 4 wins were in the lightweight divi-

sion. He has beaten Joe Stevenson and Clay Guida, two of the toughest lightweights. Penn isn’t new to tough competition. He has defeated some of the toughest names in the UFC: Jens Pulver, Matt Hughes, Caol Uno, Joe Stevenson, Sean Sherk and Kenny Florian. The December 12 match-up will pit the cardio machine, Diego Sanchez, versus the all-around fighter, BJ Penn. “The Nightmare” versus “The Prodigy.” On December 12, in Memphis, Tennessee, I feel BJ Penn will win by a rear naked choke in the third round. Penn is an excellent boxer, and when Sanchez gets flustered on the stand up, he will take Penn to the ground. But Penn has an amazing ground game, and Sanchez will put himself in a trap to get tapped out. It’s going to be a great fight, where Hawai‘i’s champion will get through The Nightmare to retain his lightweight title.

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MILvarsity cheerleading second; bound for states By NOELLE KAULUPALI, staff writer

The KS Maui varsity cheerleaders captured another spot in the state competition by placing second in the MIL on November 14 at King Kekaulike gymnasium. The top two teams from the MIL, the Warriors and Baldwin Bears, advance to the state competition held on Oÿahu, December 13. The girls were the fourth team out of five to perform. The up tempo mix helped the girls showcase their dance abilities. They added more difficulty to their routine with moves like round off back handspring backtucks, straddle jumps into a back handspring and preps according to Amber Watson. They lost points for execution when one of their stunts went awry, contributing to their second-place standing. Junior Kalamanu Endo upped the difficulty by doing a round off back handspring back layout as one of her tumbling passes while others did round off back handspring backtucks and round off double back handsprings.

MMA spreads quickly; senior feels influence By JARRIN ARAKAKI, staff writer

The sport of mixed martial arts is spreading fast in Hawaii. MMA is a sport where all types of martial arts and disciplines culminate. Some of the most common disciplines are Brazilian jiu-jitsu, wrestling, boxing, kick boxing, judo, and karate. Earlier this year, “The Champion”, a TV reality show based in Hawai‘I featured Hawai‘i fighters trying to become the best. It was hosted by Egan Inoue, former X-1 middleweight champion and one of the many Hawai‘i fighters succeeding in the sport of MMA. Other Hawai‘i fighters who are making it big in MMA are UFC Lightweight

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Above: The KSM Warrior cheerleaders compete in the MIL championships on November 14. Right: Kalamanu Endo stands atop a human pyramid while cheering at a football game. The cheerleaders spend the fall season preparing for the championships by cheering at games and attending practices and gymnastics classes.

During the intermission, while judges were tallying scores, all senior cheerleaders were asked to demonstrate their skills. Kamalani Keomaka demonstrated a round off back handspring back tuck for the crowd. Jessica Gonsalves was a base for a prep cradle. “I think they finished very strongly. I think they believed in themselves right up to the very end, and that made a big difference,” said Coach Levi Mason, who is making her fourth appearance at states as head coach. States was the goal, but now they will work harder to do better. “It’s a great

thing to get to do it again and to get to do it better,” said Coach Mason. Junior Danielle Aruda said,” I’m so excited to go to states! It’s my first time.” The state cheer competition is this Sunday. The girls will prepare for the competition by perfecting their routine and adding more difficult stunts to gain more points.

Champion BJ Penn, UFC Fighter Kendall Grove, UFC Fighter Shane Nelson, and World Extreme Cagefighting Fighter Brandon Visher. The Ultimate Fighting Championship is a U.S. based organization. They had their first event, UFC 1, on November 12, 1993 in Denver, Colorado, 2,800 people attended for a tournament style event. Recent UFC events do not have any tournament style events anymore, but have a lot more divisions and fighters to showcase there skills in MMA. At UFC 106 10,529 attended the event showing an increase from UFC 1. The sport of MMA seems unethical to some people because they feel MMA is just a bunch of people in a “street fight.” “It seems, to me, beyond logic that we in the state legislature would consistently pass laws against physical abuse and physical intimidation, everything from domestic abuse to bullying in schools, and then allow this stuff. We should not be encouraging the glorifica-

tion of this kind of violence.” said New York Assemblyman Bob Reilly. Others, like senior Joseph Mellon, feel this is not just “street fighting” but an actual sport. “The sport of MMA is just like any other sport. For example, in football you are hitting each other. The only difference is that you have pads in football,” Mellon said. Mellon is currently training in MMA at Puka-Naz Hale, an upcountry gym. Fighters who are making it to the UFC and WEC have a great influence on Mellon. “These fighters are making it big and when I see these fighters, such as Brandon Visher who just signed to WEC and they’re making it to these big shows (UFC and WEC) and becoming world champions like BJ Penn, it makes me want to work harder when I go to the gym.” Mellon does not know when he’ll be making his MMA debut, but there is a high chance it will be in 2010.

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Tyler Hilsabek By MATTHEW QUENGA

Senior Tyler Hilsabeck is playing as point guard this season. He has a few new tricks up his sleeves. “He prepared himself well for this season,” said captain Kekoa Turbeville. He has improved his vertical air and you might catch him dunking a shot this year. This is Hilsabeck’s third season on the varsity team, and he’s looking for a return to states. In his free time he enjoys going to the local basketball court and shooting a few hoops or going a few rounds with his friends and family. Hilsabeck has a positive outlook for this season. “There is a lot of talent on the team. It’s going to be a fresh start, and I’ve amped up my game. I’m stoked!” Senior Pili Kepani said, “As long as I’ve known him, he’s always had the skills and ability needed to dominate the court.” Hilsabeck also brings his fun nature to the team.

By MATTHEW QUENGA

You want to keep your eyes peeled for this guy. He’s had a spot on the varsity team since his freshman year and has been to the state competition two of the past three years. At 6’3”, senior forward and captain Terani Richmond has a style to his game that makes everything look easy. “He’s a smooth player who attacks the basket well,” said fellow captain Kekoa Turbeville. “He’s passionate.” Senior fan Kyle Deeley said, “He belongs on the court.” Richmond is a talented musician and keeps his hands quick by drumming. He’s got the flow and ability needed to take the team to victory this season.

Swimming

Victoria Crozier By KAIO TUBERA

This season is Victoria Crozier’s last of her MIL career. Crozier is working hard to continue to become faster and stronger in order to get a scholarship for college. Her favorite events are the 50and-100-meter freestyle. She placed second in the state meet last year in the 100-meter free, and fourth in the 100-meter breastroke. Crozier said, “Anything with backstroke is my worst event.” Crozier appeared at the U.S. Swimming Western Sectional Championships in Washington this past March, racing with Hawai`i’s top swimmers as the only Kamehameha Maui student.

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Varsity Basketball

December 4, 2009

Varsity Basketball

Tiffany Hilsabeck By TANI NAKAMITSU

Tffany Hilsabeck, a sophomore, is the only varsity starter returning from last year’s team. Hilsabeck comes from a talented basketball family. Her brother is boy’s varsity senior guard, Tyler Hilsabeck. She is a humorous and spirited player. Hilsabeck led the team in rebounds last year and hopes to do it again. Her positive attitude should help the girls basketball team improve over last year’s 3-15 overall season.

Wrestling

Sarina Kong By KAIO TUBERA

Since the age of 6, freshman Sarina Kong has swum with the Maui Swim Club under Spencer Shiraishi, who motivates her to swim every day. Kong is swimming in Age Group States on December 18-21 in Kona, Hawai`i. She’ll be swimming the 200- and 100-meter breaststroke and the 50 freestyle. Kong broke the 30-year-old record for the 50 breast in the 11-12 age group two years ago, so all eyes are on her as she begins her high school swim career at Kamehameha Maui.

Wrestling

Aasin Torricer By DANIEL BORGES

Senior Aasin Torrcier is one of many varsity boys wrestlers to watch for this year. Before wrestling started Torricer ran cross country for the first time. It helped him stay in shape before the wrestling season. He also did a program called crossfit. Crossfit is a fitness and conditioning system with a studio in Kahului. Torrcier started working out with this program last year with 2009 champion Mälia Medieros (’09) and sophomore Nikki Davis. Torrcier went to states last year and would like to repeat this year. He said he is going to do that by going hard at practices and meets.

Ka Leo o Nä Koa - Sports

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Issue 2

December 4, 2009

JV Basketball

Varsity Soccer

By MATTHEW QUENGA

By TANI NAKAMITSU

Kahiau Andrade Kylie Watson Freshman Kahiau Andrade is another player to watch for. He plays point guard for the JV Basketball team. Andrade has much experience under his belt having played for “practically his entire life.” He has good technique and is good all-around player. In his first year of high school ball, he is expected to be a key player on the JV squad. During his free time he is also a skilled soccer player. Come out to the next game tomorrow night at 6:00 at home and see this up and coming player in action.

Kylie Watson, a senior, has been playing soccer for 13 years. She has come again to play with the girls soccer team for the third and last year. She has also been playing with the team club, Excel, for six years. Her main position is center midfield. Watson has excellent ball control, an awesome kick, and great leadership skills. For this season, she said she wants to be an inspirational leader for her teammates, especially the underclassmen. Watson said, “I plan on playing to the best of my ability for every practice and game to not only help out the team and win games, but because it's my senior year and I plan on making it a good one.”

Paddling

Koa Mattos By ARIEL KAHAHANE

Senior Koa Mattos is the only remaining varsity boys steersman after the graduation of Travis Motooka and Israel Gregory in 2009. During the summer, Mattos paddles for Nä Kai ‘Ewalu Canoe Club. They placed third overall in the Maui County Hawaiian Canoe Racing Association. Mattos is a constructive critic in the boat and especially helpful to beginning paddlers. His uplifting and positive spirit is an asset to all the crews. Paddling

Chris Kim By ARIEL KAHAHANE

Sophomore Chris Kim is a second-year paddler hailing from Nä Kai ‘Ewalu Canoe Club. Racing in the 14 and 16 boys division, Kim and his 16s crew ended the summer season with a second place finish at the Maui County Championships in July. Kim is an outgoing paddler who always strives to better himself at practice and during races. Although pulling Junior Varsity paddlers up is rare, Chris would be a great candidate for the Varsity team. Paddling

Lilinoe Bal By TANI NAKAMITSU

Lilinoe Bal, a sophomore, is the tentative choice to steer a varsity girls crew. She paddles for Hawaiian Canoe Club during the summer and has paddled for KSM since her freshman year. At this year’s Hawaiian Canoe Racing Association State Championships Bal placed first with HCC’s 15 girls crew and third with their 16 girls crew. Since the end of the summer season, Bal has continued working out in one- and two-man canoes. She said this training has improved her steering skills. Bal has the potential to become a strong steersman this season.

Kelsey Lindsey Kelsey Lindsey, a senior, has been playing soccer for 13 years. Before she came to Maui, she played on the Big Island for Imua Soccer for four years. When she came to Maui, she started to play with Excel. Her usual position is goalkeeper. She has excellent coordination. Last year, Lindsey was able to prevent all eight shots taken on a shoot-out. Lindsey said, “This year I will help the team out by supporting and encouraging my teammates on and off the field.”

JV Baseball By Ka Leo o Nä Koa staff

The first JV baseball game won’t take place until January 14, but a group of dedicated players are already showing up for pre-season conditioning and practice.

Nazareth Thibodeaux and Jarred Hipolito are two to keep an eye on. Thibodeaux is returning for his second year of JV baseball. Hipolito, also a sophomore, is playing for the first time after a collarbone injury from football took him out of last year’s baseball season. Both boys will be playing infield positions, either short stop or second base. Watch for them to be placed in the batting rotation as well. Head coach Jason Kane says that based on their performance so far in the preseason, these boys have the potential to be in the top four of the batting order. “They should be able to hit the ball,” Kane said.

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Ka Leo o Nä Koa - Opinion

Issue 2

Santa definitely coming to my house this year Old saint Nick a hoax? Bah, humbug! By ROBERT ABORDO, staff writer

Christmas 2009 By KAIO TUBERA

Attention: Santa not real, he’s impossible Don’t listen to that guy he my right By CAITLYN DeMELLO, staff writer

When it comes to the subject of Santa being real or not I have one point to make: obviously not! First of all, how can we be expected to believe that some fat dude who eats a thousand times his weight in milk and cookies every night can fly easily through the sky? There’s no wonder the reindeer need 364 days a year to rest. They carry bulky masses and I’m not just talking about the presents. Speaking of presents, how did he ever find a bag big enough to fit gifts for every child in the world? There are about four billion children in the world that’s four billion gifts, what elastic miracle is this man using for his packaging material? Third, has anyone ever considered the time zones? If Santa got to China at around 7p.m., what with their abundance of homes and people, he wouldn’t even make it back to the states before the night was over. We would have millions of disappointed kids if it weren’t for Toy R Us. Looking at all the data gathered and discussing each one by one, is Santa real? I state, obviously not!

Claus. He brings gifts and joy to the hearts of children and adults all over the world. He embodies all that is nice and good and sweet. Honestly, you can say that Santa isn’t real but to be honest you have no proof. I say he is, because there are actually documents that prove he is real (the government is keeping it a secret), not to mention numerous sightings (chalked up as drunken revelers), and impersonators who abound around December (how can you impersonate someone who doesn’t exist?) You say he can’t get to all the houses in the world? Well, I say that the man has a few accomplices around the globe to help out. Think of all the names he has obtained over the years, isn’t it possible that he’s actually more than one person? But what about the flying reindeer right? One word: robots. Is it really so far-fetched to think that in this day and age of modernization and technological advancement that robots are completely ridiculous? What he does is this: he has his elves create the robots and get them working perfectly, then he takes the outfits made by his wife (accomplice) Mrs. Claus, and puts the artificial skin on his shell of a robot, and Boom! Basically a miniature plane in the shape of a reindeer. The man has been around since before I can remember, and throughout all this time, kids have been getting presents from a mysterious man named Santa. It doesn’t matter how ridiculous a gift the child wants, Santa gets it. And what does he ask for in return? A little faith and some cookies and milk. Personally I don’t think it’s that bad of a deal for us. Mr. Santa, I will gladly give you some cookies and milk this Christmas, in exchange for my presents, of course.

December 4, 2009

ERIN VENTURA, president, Associated Students of Kamehameha Schools Maui

Photo by DANIEL BORGES

Message from the president This year, 2009, is coming to a close and winter break is approaching quickly. Tomorrow will be our annual Winter Ball. It is offered to the whole student body, and you may bring a guest. With an Italian theme of “Ciao Bella” meaning, “Hello, Beautiful”, it will be a fun-filled night of dancing, eating Italian food, and socializing. I hope to see all of you there. Remember to be there by 6:30p.m. Dress appropriately and moderately. Don’t come in slippers or short. This is a formal dance, dress accordingly. When you are out and about during Christmas break, think about Pauahi and how she was gracious and helpful to others. If you see people that might need a hand, help them out. Remember that during the Holidays, it’s a time of giving and also sharing. It does not have to be material things; it can also just be a helping hand. You will be surprised at how appreciative some people may be towards such deeds. Have fun, but be safe during winter break. Remember to always make the right choices because wrong choices have negative consequences. I want to see all of you back in January.

got opinions? e-mail: kyhaina@ksbe.edu