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Faculty, staff restore Olowalu By ALEXANDRIA AGDEPPA, staff writer
Over 200 people of Kamehameha Schools Maui’s faculty and staff helped restore Olowalu Cultural Reserve on April 26. They cleared land, managed taro patches, and removed invasive plants, weeds and debris to give service to the community. This was the second year of an all-staff annual community service project. See how the students at KSM stack up when it comes to community service Community Service Chart Page A5 Luana Kawaÿa, Hawaiian protocol facilitator of Kamehameha Schools Maui, proposed the idea “to take out all faculty and staff on an allday huakaÿi and give them an opportunity to do servicelearning and practice aloha and mälama ÿäina,” said Kawaÿa. Through service they can obtain knowledge. Kyle Nishimitsu, Kame-
hameha Schools Maui sixth grade mathematics teacher, cleared area in the reserve along hillsides and ditches using tools such as picks, chainsaws, and digging sticks. “I think they require us to do In-Service Day because it gives us cultural awareness, lets us give back to the ÿäina, and lets us learn about the surrounding land,” said Nishimitsu. Kawaÿa formed a Hawaiian cultural steering committee called Hui Hoÿokele to think of creative ways to offer more Hawaiian language and culture to the staff. The steering committee consists of volunteers from KSM’s employees “who enjoy Hawaiian language and culture and would like to see more of it on campus” said Kawaÿa. “There was talk about having Teacher-In-Service Day on a Friday and not on a Monday because we’re not getting any younger and I know that some of us will be
Photo by ALEXANDRIA AGDEPPA
Kumu Luana Kawaÿa and other Kamehameha staff clean kalo at the second annual all-staff community service huakaÿi to Olowalu Cultural Reserve.
hurting in school tomorrow,” said Nishimitsu, “But the food is great and there were lots of drinks, and they had lots of snacks for us.” He said he enjoyed this one because “it gave us a chance to get out and not sit
in a chair all day listening to somebody talk and we get to socialize with fellow teachers that we don’t get to see on different campuses.” Kawaÿa chose the reserve
INDEX NEWS
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FUN
B1
LIFE
C1
SPORTS
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EDITORIAL/OPINION
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`Aha Mele A4
Regatta A9
Judo D1 Track D4
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DVP students win at county film competition By KAIO TUBERA, staff writer
Senior Ha`aheo Auweloa and Junior Kelsey Carbonell won first place in their categories for the Digital 808 Storytellers competition on Thursday, April 29.. Auweloa was awarded first place in the high school advanced category for his “mockumentary” about Facebook addiction. This video featured senior Desmond Machado who portrays a student addicted to the popular social networking site. Carbonell’s PSA about safe driving took first place in the high school beginner’s category. “It feels good to win this award for my PSA (public service announcement) because the competition also had really good entries, and it shows how hard work can pay off,” Carbonell said. Auweloa and Carbonell each received a laptop to be donated to the school in their names as well as a certificate presented by Mark Hymas from the Hawai`i Department of Education. The winning videos can be viewed at Digital808storytellers.com
Photo by KAIO TUBERA
Video production teacher Jay Paa with junior Kelsey Carbonell, the state Department of Education representative Mark Hymas, and senior Haÿaheo Auweloa at Center Stage in Kaÿahumanu Mall. Their public service announcement video segments placed first in their respective categories and earned them award certificates and laptop computers, which were presented to them on April 29.
State prize for
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Shelby Lynch wins the state award for photography at annual newspaper competition.
Faculty Advisor: Kye Haina News Editors: Pili Kepani Life Editors: Matthew Quenga Sports Editor: Kyle Deeley
Ka Leo o Nä Koa By KAIO TUBERA, staff writer
Ka Leo o Nä Koa won five district certificates and one state plaque at the Hawai`i High School Journalism Awards, Wednesday, April 28 on O`ahu at the Pagoda Hotel. Representatives from Ka Leo o Nä Koa have attended every year since 2007 Kye Haina, newspaper advisor, submitted pieces in best news, features, sports, and editorial writing as well as in best layout, photography, illustration, and editorial cartoon. The February 19 issue of Ka Leo o Na Koa was submitted in the best single issue category. The paper won the state award for best photography. The submitted photo of Mahea Cambra was taken by senior Shelby Lynch, “I was happy and surprised to find out that my picture won. I’m proud of myself. ” Ka Leo o Na Koa also won district awards for best layout, photography, illustration, editorial cartoon, and best single issue. Senior Kyle Deeley, sports editor, is
Staff: Robert Abordo, Royal Afaga, Alex Agdeppa, Jarrin Arakaki, Daniel Borges, Caitie DeMello, Ariel Kahahane, Noelle Kaulupali, Shelby Lynch, Blayne Morton, Tani Nakamitsu, Dayton-Lee Pascual, Kaio Tubera, Erin Ventura Wire Services: Photo by KA LEO O NÄ KOA STAFF
First-year Ka Leo o Nä Koa staffer Kaÿio Tubera accepts the newspaper’s district and state journalism awards at the Pagoda Hotel on Oÿahu.
happy about the results. “I am proud to be part of a newspaper that can hold it's own with Oahu and outer island schools every year at the state level. Hearing that we had won best in state for photography made all the hours of hard work on the paper seem worth it.” Deeley also received the most valuable staffer award after being elected by the Ka Leo o Na Koa staff.
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Issue 4 May 14, 2010 A3 petitors make their entries. Neatness and originality count. To prepare, Rabago said, “I'm going to download songs I know will get me fired up to compete and get me in the zone.” She has taken second place in both the regional and state competitions advancing her to the national competition twice in two years. Rabago said getting this far has, “Lot has to do with focus and passion. If you don't love or enjoy what you're doing then you won't want to continue onw a r d s . ” Rabagohas set a goal for herself this time, and \said she plans to reach it. “The spirig of the competition has been blazing in me since my pin was handed to me at Awards Night. Only those who place top 3 in their event are awarded medals. I want to reach for the medal and fulfill my goal,” she said. “I am going to practice, Practice, PRACTICE! Becoming complacent is not an option, I'm going to have to stretch my drawing capabilities to the limit for this last run as a high school Photo courtesy of CHELSEA RABAGO/Photo by LARISSA NAKAMITSU competitor,” said Rabago. Senior Chelsea Rabago outside one of the meeting rooms at the Grand Ole Opry Hotel in 2009. HavThe competition in June will host a ing qualified in the state competition, she was in Nashville last summer to compete at HOSA Nationals. high school division and college division. The competition is booked in two hotels because there are so many categories. Each state has three representatives who compete in each category. Rabago said, “The best part about competing in HOSA is meeting new people and forming bonds. HOSA is a By NOELLE KAULUPALI, news neous Health Poster division where she wonderful and fabulous way for you to Senior Chelsea Rabago and three is given information on a specific health expand yourself as an individual in the other members of the Kamehameha subject only at the time of the competi- health field and beyond.” Schools Health Occupations Students tion and asked to make a poster disAdvisor Brandy Cajudoy will be going of America club are preparing for the play in three hours. She said, “I sin- with the four students as co-advisor national HOSA competition in Orlando, cerely enjoy the challenge my event Kyle Fujii went to the state competition Florida, June 23. The other students brings for me. I have to be a quick on Oÿahu in March. The national comare juniors Ty Nakama, Beth Onaga thinker and an even faster artist.” This petition is 3 days long but the competiand Olivia Borge. category of the competition is an im- tors will be staying for about a week to Rabago competes in the Extempora- promptu competition wherein the com- take in the sights.
Rabago returns to HOSA nationals for final go-round
Group heads to Philippines By ARIEL KAHAHANE, news writer
King’s Cathedral members senior Dylan Andrion, sophomore Arielle Aina and freshman Shayna Ho will be traveling to the Philippines July 8 to 22. “King's Cathedral (KC) is one church in many locations. Same church, different place. When we go to the Philippines, our extensions there (over 60) are our family. It is really cool” said
Andrion who has made the trip twice before. They will be traveling with a group led by children’s pastor Kirsten Davis. Dylan and Shayna have both gone previously. The highlight of last year was preaching to over 300 kids crammed into a room about the size of Kumu Kalei's [ÿAÿarona-Lorenzo], and being able to send all 300 kids home with a bowl of food” said Andrion of his 2009 visit. “Our goal is to minister to thousands of people—presenting them with the gospel and drawing them into discipleship at our extension church. We also
desire to bless the children there with free toys and school supplies. The Philippines is an economically depressed country and many of its people live in extreme poverty,” he said. Aina said the church always gives opportunities to take trips outside the U.S. to the less fortunate to spread the word of God throughout the year. “I think the biggest benefit for me is being able to help those that are not as fortunate as I,” Aina said. “Knowing that I did something good for someone else that needs it makes me feel like my calling is coming to place.”
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ÿAha Mele 2010
‘It’s different this year’ With these words, KSM Headmaster Lee Ann DeLima announced her selection to receive Ka Maka o Ka ÿIhe, the ÿAha Mele award that recognizes the class that best embodies the spirit of the arts showcase. Above: Senior girls unite for the school song. Below: ASKSM president, Erin Ventura introduces the evening’s special guests. The night was devoted to retiring high school principal Dr. Warren Hitz. At right, clockwise: Heather Kahalehili (next to Kalani Ruidas) is ecstatic that her class was chosen. Jaylyn Seto leads the freshmen in their first ÿAha Mele performance. Seniors Dane Lum Ho, Solomon Ezera, and Kilo Borges accompany the ÿAha Mele Choir. Kaui Krueger leads the juniors.
Photos by KYE HAINA
Vocals show improvement; opens up song selection By ARIEL KAHAHANE, news writer
Classes are introduced to their ‘Aha Mele songs mid-March, but the selection process begins in October. Once the theme for the year is chosen members of ka hui kumu and Dale Nitta, music director and ÿAha Mele coordinator, begin searching for potential songs. The biggest challenge, said Kumu Kalei ÿAÿarona-Lorenzo, is finding a song with an arrangement. If the song does
not have one, they have to do it themselves or find someone who can. The reason some classes get an a capella song, and others have an instrumental accompaniment is based on how the song is arranged, not necessarily class skill level. “In the past it’s been challenging to teach/allow a capella to be part of the mix” said ÿAÿaronaLorenzo. She said now students are more accustomed to the way a capella
singing goes. In the past, song choices were based solely on the classes ability to handle the arrangement, but now that is not the reason. Kumu Keoni Kuoha, a member of ka hui kumu, said he looks for a wellcomposed song with vivid images and a lovely tune and arrangement, yet is simple enough for students to handle en masse and in the amount of scheduled rehearsal time.
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Book drive helps Lähaina students By NOELLE KAULUPALI, news writer
Junior Alexandria Agdeppa collected about 400 books for her book drive as her senior project in April. In her Spread the Word book drive she asked students and teachers to donate books suitable for children in grades K-5. Drop off sites were also located at Barnes and Noble Bookstore and Nagasako General Store in Lähaina. Robert Laxson, NHS advisor, agreed to the use of his room as the Kamehameha Maui drop off site. Agdeppa also set up a table at the Hoÿolauleÿa book fair so people could donate books. Some people bought books at the fair and donated them there while others brought books from home. Senior Kelsey Lindsey donated two boxes full of books, and the site drop box was filled by the end of the day. Agdeppa will be donating the books to Princess Nahiÿenaÿena Elementary School in Lähaina. She said, “I chose this school because it was where I went to elementary. I want to give back to the school I went to as a child. I also have family members who go to school and work at Princess Nahiÿenaÿena.” Agdeppa has collected about boxes of books with the goal of 700 books for the entire drive. She said,” Right now I am sorting through all the books I have received. Some of the books…are too
Photo by KYLE DEELEY
Junior Alex Agdeppa with 3 of the approximately 15 boxes of books that were donated for her book drive for Princess Nahiÿenaÿena Elementary School.
“I want to give back to the school I went to as a child.” —ALEXANDRIA AGDEPPA on book drive
advanced for K-5 students, so I’ll probably sell those…and use the money to buy suitable books for K-5.”
Under the direction of Community Relations Manager Tom Feltz, Barnes and Noble hosted a book fair for Agdeppa April 24-30 to help raise money for more books and also to extend the time for people to donate their new or gently used books. Agdeppa is planning to give the books to the school on May 14 pending approval. She is presenting the donated books to all the teachers of Princess Nahiÿenaÿena Elementary.
How does your class stack up? Kahu Kalani Wong manages tool distribution at Olowalu Cultural Reserve. KSM staff spent the entire work day helping the community. See where your class stands when it comes to community service on the chart at right.
Photo by ALEXANDRIA AGDEPPA/Graph by TANI NAKAMITSU
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Where they’re going Come May 29, the class of 2010 will scatter to many places around the globe. As of May 9, here is where they say they’re going
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Hawaiÿi
Hawaiÿi
University of Hawaiÿi— Maui College
Brigham Young University—Hawaiÿi
Robert Abordo Royal Afaga Jarrin Arakaki Casey Arcangel Kilo Borges Daniel Borges Chaysen Chong Leyna Coloma-Uwekoÿolani Caitie DeMello Kehau Feig Nicholas Harders Kamalani Keomaka Pili Kepani Casey Krueger Kawehi Loque Alex Maielua Toni Matsuda Nalu Nitta Darci Orikasa Dayton-Lee Pascual Matt Quenga Danika Ribucan Dawn Rosa Maka Suapaia Holden Takahashi Aasin Torricer Mikioi Wahinehoÿokae Jimmy Wicklund
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Kaÿulani Akina Haÿahe Auweloa IV Brittney Badayos Kamahaÿo Freitas Demi Gannon Sarah Ing Heather Kalehuawehe Kuanoni Kaniaupio-Crozier Jennifer Lum Rockne Matsuda Jr. Blayne Morton Cheynice Ruidas Ainoa Shaw-Paleka Kayani Singh Kellie Souza Uÿilani Tanigawa
Chaminade University • • • •
Michael Ferreira Tyler Hilsabeck Natasha Poepoe Kelsey Soriano
Brigham Young University— •
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Kainalu Yen
Honolulu Community College •
Krysten Ellis
Whitworth University • •
Breana Asuncion Ekolu Kim
Allyn Kalaiwaÿa Kekoa Turbeville
University of Washington
Hawaiÿi Pacific University • •
Mark Kaaa
Washington
Kapiÿolani Community College
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Cameron Yee
Evergreen State College University of Hawaiÿi—Hilo • • • • • • •
Brandi Dela Cruz Solomon Ezera Brandon Gurat Erika Jardin Koa Mattos Chelsea Rabago Brianna Vargas-Hafoka
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Jasmine Chung
University of La Verne •
Leesa Foree
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Ekela Hill Jennifer Lawrence Terani Richmond
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Kylie Watson
Chase Bell Eli Ferreira Kelsey Galago Sarah Ishikawa Connor Kihune Dane Lum Ho Kaumana Rindlisbacher Cameron Yip
Kanoe Ordonez
California State University– San Francisco
Pacific University • • • • • • • •
Shelby Lynch
California State University– Sacramento
Kelsey Lindsey
University of Oregon
Joe Mellon
Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising
Western Oregon State •
Keli Hayase
Biola University
Portland State University • • •
Kyle Deeley
Boise State University
Willamette University •
Ruben Yamada
California
Linfield College •
Andrew Kunitomo
Gonzaga University
Victoria Crozier
Oregon
Desmond Machado
Pacific Lutheran University
Maui Academy of Cosmetology
University of Hawaiÿi—Mänoa • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Harmony Laufou Tani Nakamitsu
Utah
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Aysia Peters
City College, San Francisco •
Erin Ventura
University of San Diego •
Preston Tavares
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Noah Facuri Blake Lau Napua Salbedo
University of Nevada– Reno •
Jessica Gonsalves
Texas University of Texas •
Cayla Morimoto
Texas Christian University •
Caprese Castillon
Kansas University of Kansas •
Katelyn Perryman
Wyoming Wyotech Institute •
Coast Guard Moku Duval
Army •
Waipuulani Tachera
Marines • •
Emily Farm Lacey Farm
New Zealand University of Waikato •
Kama Pahukoa
Distance Education Southwestern Assemblies of God University •
Dylan Andrion
Unknown/Undisclosed/ Other • • • •
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Senior Jardin receives UH-Hilo Chancellor’s 4-year Scholarship By ALEXANDRIA AGDEPPA, staff writer
Senior Erika Jardin has received the Chancellor’s Scholarship from the University of Hawaiÿi, Hilo. According to the University of Hawaiÿi’s Web site, the Chancellor’s Scholarship is a prestigious four-year award for Hawaiÿi high school seniors who are highly ranked in their class and earn a grade point average of at least 3.5. Up to 18 students are selected annually for the scholarship worth over $16,000. Recipients receive a full fouryear tuition and are invited and encouraged to take part in honors classes, leadership and community service activities throughout their college careers. “I chose UH Hilo because they have good Hawaiian Language and Marine Biology programs,” said Jardin, “… after the four years, if I obtain the degrees I want, I don’t know if I’m going to stay there or venture off somewhere else.”
Photo by TANI NAKAMITSU
ERIKA JARDIN
She hopes to acquire at least a Bachelor’s Degree in Marine Biology and a Master’s Degree in Hawaiian Language. “I was shocked at first because I didn’t think I would get the scholarship…I got excited and proud,” said Jardin. She heads to UH Hilo August 17 for orientation and instruction August 24.
Kamaka Pocock
US Military •
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Mahea Cambra Ashley Caris Kapono Gaspar-Fujihara Christian Lum
15 seniors have been at KS Maui since kindergarten. At left, the girls jump for joy, while the guys keep it cool. Photo by KA LEO O NÄ KOA STAFF
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BRIEFS Emily Farm is second in HPU essay contest Photo by ARIEL KAHAHANE
Bronson Kehano, Kayani Singh, Kalei Guth, Kama Pahukoa, and Kilo Borges look over the boats edge to get a better look at the whales.
Whale watch concludes cetacean unit By ARIEL KAHAHANE, news writer
On Friday, April 16, Duane Iwamura’s Marine Biology class boarded a Pacific Whale Foundation boat in search of whales. Whale season typically lasts from November to late May, so the trip came at the tail end of the season. The class saw a few whales including a mother, calf and their escorts. The class had just finished learning about whales, dolphins, and porpoises, members of the order cetacea. “It was a good end to the cetacean unit,” said junior Deren Koyanagi, who went on the trip. Iwamura said the trip gave the class a better understanding and appreciation of whales, more than what he could have taught in the classroom.
Mentorship offers summer medical opportunities
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Dress design B wins By ALEXANDRIA AGDEPPA, staff writer
Dress B by Junior Tanielle Lau from Kapälama Campus will be a new Kamehameha Schools dress design for the 2010-2011 school year. Lau’s design was chosen with a majority of 64.3% of the votes. Breakdown of Design Votes Campus
Votes
Kapälama Keaÿau
574 134
% of Total Votes 71.4% 16.7%
Maui
96
11.9%
By KAIO TUBERA, staff writer
Senior Emily Farm was awarded $300 for her second place essay “How Should We Live?” in Hawai`i Pacific University’s Hawai`i High School Writing competition. According to the contest Web site, the essays were judged on “originality, analysis, vocabulary, and syntax, expressiveness, and the student’s ability support their thesis.” “My essay talked about if I thought statehood was a benefit for Hawai`i or not,” said Farm. “…I see not only the benefits of Hawaiian culture, but American culture as well.” Farm and her family were invited to the awards banquet at the Hawai`i Prince Hotel on Sunday, April 25, to receive her certificate and cash award but they were unable to attend. “I was excited to win this award because it is another acknowledgement to my writing ability,” said Farm. She also said, “I plan to give the money to my parents because they take such good care of me.”
applicants. Pricilla Mikell, career liaison, said she has been impressed in previous years By ARIEL KAHAHANE, news writer with the amount of knowledge students This summer a handful of juniors gained in the program. have the opportunity to participate in “This experience offers insight into the Mentorship In Medicine program. different medical occupations and alThe program, which is in its sixth year, lows students to gain first hand experiis a collaboration between the Maui ence” said Ashley Akima, a potential Memorial Medical Center and the Maui participant. The program starts on June County Medical Society. 14 and ends July 16. The specific The participating students are paired amount of students that will be chosen with a physician for five weeks, and from both KSM and all of Maui is unduring the mentorship students spend known; however last year about half a four and a half days a week with their dozen students were selected, accordmentor and half a day with the program ing to Mrs. Mikell. Last year Kuanoni director. At the end of the program, Kaniaupiÿo-Crozier was selected, but students make a formal presentation to could not attend due to a scheduling parents, peers, and physicians. The conflict. presentation “could be a case with disThe application process t includes an cussion, a review of health topics, a essay, and so far eight students have review of a specific medical technology, picked up applications. Tentatively, the [or] a summary of a body of research” students will know who is selected in according to the packet given to the the last week of May.
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Source: Andie Simon, KSM Administrative Coordinator
Taylor Harris, sophomore, at Maui campus designed dress A. She said she tried to keep simplicity in mind when designing her dress. Rachel Bega, sophomore, said she will not buy a new dress next year. “I didn’t really like either design, but I think it was because there were too many regulations and limitations to design a new dress,” said Bega. Noelle Kaulupali, junior, said “I think the dress design is original and I thought that the contest was a cool idea because if you wanted to be a fashion designer then the contest was a perfect opportunity to design something.” The objective of the dress design contest was to provide an opportunity for Kamehameha Schools students to submit ideas for a new dress using the existing fabric pattern of kukui print for Maui and Kapälama campus and lehua print for Keaÿau campus.
Photo by ALEXANDRIA AGDEPPA
The poster depicting the winning dress design by Tanielle Lau from Kamehameha Kapälama
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Message from the president By ERIN VENTURA, president Associated Students of Kamehameha Schools Maui Photo by DANIEL BORGES
Photos by ERIN VENTURA
On April 24 at Hanakaÿoÿo Beach Park, Teacher Kealiÿi Mossman and his marketing class competed in the sixth annual Meadow Gold Dairies Milk Carton Regatta. Above, Keenan Kaluau, Kana Souza, Jesse Yamada, Kawehi Loque, Blake Lau, Chastyne Cabanas, Mossman and Ginger Long get ready to race. They finished fourth in the high school division and first in the cheer competition.
Class of 2010
Class of 2012
By U’ILANI TANIGAWA, class vice-president
By TU’IMANA MATEAKI, class president
As graduation approaches, the soon-to-be alumni strive to complete their requirements for graduation. After the stress of the last final exams, confusion and sadness sets in as the seniors are faced with the challenge of life after high school. Whether their futures involve college, the military or immediate careers, they are looking at their final days together as the Class of 2010.
Summer will soon be here and the Class of 2012 looks back in time at their accomplishments as spirited sophomores and anticipates their upcoming year as juniors. As underclassmen, they earned the most points and won Spirit Week, and they were chosen to receive the prestigious ka maka o ka ihe award at ÿAha Mele. Having had the opportunity to represent the voices of the men and women of 2012, the president Tuÿimana Mateaki humbly passes the leadership torch to Marcus Ferreira, next year’s class president. Continue to onipa`a and be steadfast in making right choices. Stand together and be united in heart, mind and spirit. Most importantly, let the love of Ke Akua shine from within you.
Class of 2011 By KELLY LUIS, class president
The school year has gone by so fast, and summer is nearly here. This past year has been full of wonderful memories stretching from the first day of school until this very day. The class of 2011 will have internships, senior projects, SAT, and college plans on their minds as they step into summer break, but they are still looking forward to a rest from all the stress. As the class of 2011 waves goodbye to their junior year, they are saying hello to more than the summer. They are also saying hello to their final year at Kamehameha Schools.
Class of 2013
By JAYNALYN MATEAKI, class president
Alas, the year as “fresh” men and women has come to an end, and the Class of 2013 will no longer be the young ones on campus. It has been a challenging and eventful year for the freshmen as they learned the ropes of
As our school year comes to a close, finish strong. For seniors, this is your last year in high school. Make it memorable. Juniors, you will soon be the new leaders of our campus. Step up and make a name for yourselves. For the sophomores, soon to be upperclassman, become leaders. And freshmen, you have made through your first year of high school. Keep up the good work and strive for the summit. As the weeks wind down, think consciously about what you are doing and how it will affect you in the future. Seniors, you will soon take your final walk down these halls so full of memories. These last few weeks will make or break you. These weeks could decide whether or not you will be walking with the rest of your class on May 29. So make wise choices and finish strong. Summer is drawing near. It will arrive sooner than we expect. As you all make plans to hang out with your friends, get jobs or travel off the island of Maui, make the right decisions. We have our whole lives ahead of us, and I would not want one bad decision to ruin or negatively impact you for the rest of your lives. Do what is right, not just what is cool. This is my last time writing as your student body president. I would like to wish the senior class of 2010 the best of luck in their endeavors, and to the rest of the student body, I’d like to say to allow the people at Kamehameha Schools to shape you into the young and industrious men and women you are destined to become. Külia i ka nuÿu.
high school. No longer will this be. After a year full of leadership activities, responsibilities and academics, the class officers are grateful for the experience to have served an awesome class! Stand firm Class of 2013, the best is yet to come.
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Aia i Lïhau Kou Lei Nani Na KALEI VARGAS-HAFOKA, mea käkau
I ka lä kanakolu o ka mahina o ‘Apelila, ua ÿäkoakoa nä poÿe no ka nänä ‘ana i ka ‘Aha Mele 2010. ‘O Külia I Ka Nu’u ke kumumanaÿo o këia makahiki. Ko’iko’i loa këia kumumanaÿo no ka mea ‘o ia ka mäkia no ke ali’i ‘o Kapi’olani. Nui nä mea hou i hana ‘ia ma ia pö. ‘O ka hula kekahi mähele hoihoi o ia pö. Aia ‘ehiku mau haumäna e hula ana. Ua a’o ‘ia ke mele, Aia I Lïhau Kou Lei Nani, e Kumu Cody Pueo Pata. Ua haku ‘ia ia mele e ke kuini ‘o Kapi’olani no laila ua hula ‘ia ia mele e nä haumäna o ka papa hula. “ Ua maopopo iä mäkou ke külia ‘ana i ka nu’u ma o këia mele no ka mea ua pono mäkou e nänä pono ika hana, ‘a’ole iI hiki ke pä’ani.” wahi a U’ilani Tanigawa. ua ho’oma’ama’a nä haumäna o ka papa hula no ‘eono mau pule. Wahi a ‘Ekolu Kim “ua pa’akikï ka hana, akä aloha nui wau i ia mele.” Ma hope o ka ‘Aha Mele, ‘oli’oli loa ‘o Kumu Cody Pueo Pata me ka hua o ka hula. “Ua maikaÿi loa ka höÿike hula i kaÿu wahi ÿike. Mai ke kühahaÿi a me ka hana keaka a hiki i ka hula, ua hana ku‘upau nä haumäna a pae ka loaÿa ma ka poli o ka lima. Ua maopopo leÿa iaÿu ka hana paÿupaÿu a nä haumäna hula (Continued from page A1)
because “their mission is wonderful, they’ve worked with many of our students, they’ve worked with our Hülili students, our pre-school students have come out here and participated, and for us to come out here and continue some of their work that they’ve done was important,” said Kawaÿa. Math teacher Kaholo Rickard hiked to his site, which was the top of the reserve. However, he and the group met with a problem. “It got to a point we had to cross the river, but the river was flooded out so we couldn’t cross the river so we tried to build a bridge across but not everyone wanted to try the bridge,” Rickard said. “We ended up clearing out the debris that was flooding the river…then the river opened up and…by the time we got the river flowing…we had to head back because the hike was about 35 minutes in.” He said, “It’s good to do something for the community. We make our freshman class be servant leaders of the commu-
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I këia kiÿi, ke hula nei ‘o Ekolu Kim a me Kalai Vargas-Hafoka I ke mele ‘o Aia i Lïhau kou lei Nani.
no kä läkou höÿike hula. ÿO ka mea mua, ua nui ka manawa i hala ma ko läkou noiÿi ÿana no Kapiÿolani a me ka ÿiÿo o kä läkou mele ÿo ‘Aia i Lïhau ko Lei Nani.’ Eia nö, me ka ÿike i loaÿa iä läkou ma o ka Papa Hula, ua hiki iä läkou ke kökua i ka nalu a me ka haku ÿana i ka hula. He mea këia e hoÿokoÿikoÿi aÿe ai i ka hula ma loko o ko läkou mau naÿau ponoÿï. Pënei kekahi, ua wili nä mea hula i ko läkou mau lei nity and I think it’s a good way for the teachers to get into that mode as well.” Rose-Marie Dewey, Executive Director of the Olowalu Cultural Reserve, said that the reserve’s main purpose of restoring the Olowalu Cultural Reserve is to recreate the ahupuaÿa that was in Olowalu. “And what this means is that when we first decided what goal we would have in the Olowalu Cultural Reserve it was decided that we do a Känu Project which would be to replace the native plants and the taro patches that are in Olowalu,” said Dewey. Other programs the Olowalu Cultural Reserve offers include building, planting, and managing a taro patch for one’s personal use and planting a garden. Their long term goal is to build a Native Hawaiian charter school from pre-school to high school that is also involved in competitive sports such as canoe paddling. They also plan to restore the famous Olowalu Trail which is the trail that allows people to travel to ÿÏao Valley to Olowalu and vice versa.
hulu ponoÿï ma o hoÿokahi mahina, mai kinohi mai a hiki i ka hïkiÿi pau. A, ÿo ka mea hope loa, ua höÿike aku nä haumäna hula me ke poÿokela a ua mohala wale mai ka pua o kä läkou hana nui. Ua keu a ka nani maikaÿi! ” wahi a ‘o Kumu Cody Pueo Pata. Ua nani ka hula ma muli o ka hoÿomäkaukau pono ÿana o nä haumäna ma ia mau pule löÿihi ma mua.
Ka pö mohina
Na KALEI VARGAS-HAFOKA, mea käkau
ÿO Hilo ka inoa o ka mahina no këia pö. I këia pö he wä maikaÿi e luÿu i ke kai no ka iÿa. ÿAÿole këia he wä maikaÿi no ka hoÿolei ÿana i ka ÿupena no ka mea hiki ke hilo ÿia ka lopi o ka ÿupena. Inä he kanaka hoÿopunipuni ‘oe mai puni ma ka manawa o këia mahina no ka mea e hihia ana paha kou wahaheÿe. No laila e ÿölelo wale i ka ÿoiaÿiÿo a e leÿaleÿa ma ke kai ke luÿu aku.
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SUDOKU Level:extreme Fill in the blank squares so that each row, each column and each 3-by-3 block contain all of the digits 1 thru 9. The dotted lines indicate areas that also contain a non-repeating set of digits. These squares can be added together to produce the sums shown in the clues. ANSWERS ON PAGE B2
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Today's birthday (5/14/10). You amaze everyone this year with your ideas, which are backed up by spiritual aspirations. Integrate all facets of your personality into a rich package of ideals, resources and skills (and take inventory). Cultivate the voice of diplomacy and reason
Aries (March 21-April 19) Forge ahead on two or more fronts. You can multitask with ease today. A female keeps track of progress so that you can charge ahead.
Taurus (April 20-May 20) Either today will abound with joy and enthusiasm, or you'll be bogged down with factual issues. Stick to the most important details. The choice seems obvious.
Gemini (May 21-June 21)
You've been through a romantic dry spell, but today it all changes. Spend extra time on wardrobe and appearance.
Cancer (June 22-July 22) There's so much going on today, it's hard to figure out where to start. Don't worry: Every effort has a fortunate outcome. Relax later with a friend.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) Put your best foot forward, using practical words that inspire creativity. Be prepared to help others with details. A female helps keep it all on track.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) You get a huge boost of energy and sympathy from a partner who understands your needs. Carry that support to distant clients or friends.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) Courtesy of Krazydad.com
Cartoon by Dayton-Lee Pascual
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Take care of business early. You might enjoy some sort of good fortune tonight, so be prepared. Celebration and good times are in order.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) Energy flows through every activity, creating avenues for discussion and action. Do what you must to handle your priorities.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) Ask for what you need first thing in the morning. You fly from one task to another with little distraction.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) The most impressive thing about your efforts today could be your presentation of little-known facts. You convince others that you know your subject.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) Talk about limitations or restrictions early. Once they're on the table, everyone gets more accomplished. Take something home to share
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) Yesterday's slow pace leads to creative brainstorming today. The team is refreshed, and group thinking resolves earlier difficulties. By Nancy Black and Stephanie Clement Tribune Media Services (MCT) Horoscopes is a entertainment feature.
If you want real advice, look in your BIBLE.
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Dear A.R,
Dear So I Heard Some Things, I’m a senior in high school and recently I’ve come to a point in time where I basically have ceased to care about anything school-related. My grades have started to drop, I wake up in the mornings dreading school, and I’m sorry to say, I’ve skipped school once or twice. I’ve been procrastinating on my homework and projects, and basically not taking anything seriously. I’m not sure what’s going on, and I must say that I am beginning to worry. What should I do? Signed, A.R
Things I’ve learned at KSM 1. “I mua!” Always push forward. This applies not only to school, but to life in general.
2. Pride in being Hawaiian. Enough said.
3. Respect Kumu Lökahi... Or you’ll learn the hard way.
4. Don’t Be Late to Chant... Or you’ll have to chant by yourself.
5. Always get a note when you’re tardy... Or you’ll be sorry.
Listen, I know senior year is a hard time in your educational life, but you just have to stick it out. Basically, what’s going on with you right now is a little thing called Senioritis. Senioritis is something that happens when you just want school to be over, so you can relax before heading off to college. Cutting school, procrastinating, dropping grades, all of these things are known symptoms of senioritis. As to what you should do, the only advice I have for you is to buckle down. There are a bunch of repercussions of senioritis, the most severe is a rescinded admission to one of the colleges you got into. It doesn’t happen often, but it could happen to you. The only “cure” for senioritis is taking your schooling more seriously and doing what you’re supposed to. Some things you can do to take your schooling more seriously are: • Using your planner to remember homework assignments • Pay attention during classes so you aren’t lost • Take notes so you have study material during finals week • Study for your finals • Execute a personal anti-facebook week so you can study • Have a picture of your dream college so you know what you’re fighting for It’s a matter of willpower. As long as you focus on what you need to do, you should be fine. I hope you survive your bout with senioritis! Good luck, So I Heard Some Things
SUDOKU ANSWERS
Sensational news from around the world
Believe it… By ARIEL KAHAHANE, news writer
HAIR MAKES EFFECTIVE SPILL ABSORBER
Matter of Trust, a California based charity, has been accepting donations of hair, human or otherwise, for their Hair for Oil Spills program since 2000. They are currently sending all donations to the spill in the Gulf, according to their website. The idea came from a hairdresser who noticed the water around otters in the Exxon Valdez spill in 1989 was clean, while the oil was attracted to the fur of the otter. The hair is either made into felt-like mats or stuffed into pantyhose, which can also be donated. MONEY CAN’T BUY LOVE; CAN RELIEVE PAIN
In experiments conducted at University of Minnesota's Carleton School of Management, researchers found that people who had counted money prior to being subjected to pain. (see Weird on next page) (continued from Believe it on #) According Discovery News, people who handled money before dipping their hands into scalding water reported feeling a reduced amount of pain. The sting of social exclusion was also dulled by cash. WOMAN ROWS ACROSS ATLANTIC AIDED BY 300 CHOCOLATE BARS
Katie Spotz became the youngest person to row across the Atlantic solo on March 14, according to the Columbia Dispatch. She began the journey January 3, with four iPods, 100 audiobooks, and 300 bars of chocolate. While not rowing, she spent her time emailing and sending Twitter messages. She departed from Dakar, Senegal, and finished in Georgetown, Guyana.
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Summer Movies Quick, sweet treat to stay cool Summer is just around the corner, and the heat and mugginess is already enand What To veloping us. There are many ways to stay cool: like swim, blast the air conditioning, or slurp a Purple Cow. It’s easy and quick to make. Taste the great mixture Expect of grape and vanilla while staying cool on a hot summer day! By SHELBY LYNCH, staff writer
By CAITLYN DEMELLO, staff writer
Here’s a mix of laughter, a blast of epic, a pinch of romance, and a whole lot of satisfaction for your summer vacation. In this hot summer season, here are three movies to help you cool down. The Toys Are Back! For Disney lovers, Pixar is releasing Toy Story 3 on June 18, showcased in digital 3D. This classic Disney tale follows the familiar toys including Woody, Buzz, Mr. Potato Head, and Slink on an adventure. After being given to a day care center, their owner, Andy, heads to college. They all realize that they shouldn’t be apart, and the toys journey to find the saddened Andy. Expect a family-friendly comedy with excitement, drama, and mystery. Rated PG. The Saga Continues Next is Twilight Saga: Eclipse which comes out on June 30. Hopeless romantics and vampire fanatics unite! The next in the award-winning series written by Stephenie Myers, Eclipse tells the story of the constant search of the vengeful Victoria who has left Bella in a fight for her life. As if a ravenous and dangerous vampire trying to end her life isn’t enough, the brawl of werewolves and vampires continues leaving Bella with a difficult choice. Look forward to lots of tear-jerking action, and scenes fit for any couple. Rated PG-13. The Original Avatar Another movie to look forward to is The Last Airbender being released July 2. This is the movie version of the anime series Avatar. (No, not the blue people.) It follows the life story of the masters of the four elements; fire, water, air, and earth. The Fire Nation attacks the Water Tribes, Earth Kingdom and Air nomads creating war for the next one hundred years. It’s up to Aang, the last Airbender of his time, to create harmony by ending the wars. Expect the use of dramatic music to back up impressive adventures that will drop the jaw and make hearts race. This movie is not yet rated.
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cups of nonfat vanilla frozen yogurt cup reduced-fat milk (2%) cup thawed frozen grape juice concentrate (undiluted) tsp lemon juice
Place all ingredients in a food processor or blender, blend well and serve immediately. NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION: Serving Size: Protein 3g Fiber <1 g Carbohydrates 26 g Cholesterol 2 mg Saturated Fat <1 g Total Fat <1 g Calories from Fat 5 % Calories 123 Sodium 58 mg
Tips to enjoy a summer-palooza
Graphic by SHELBY LYNCH
Water Fight Water fights work best on a really hot day and summer is the perfect time. Be prepared and wear your bathing suit as much as you possibly can because you By ALEXANDRIA AGDEPPA, staff writer never know if someone might spring a Summer vacation may be filled with happy days and unforgettable memories surprise Water War on you. What you’ll need: or it might just be overflowing with hopeBalloons ful voids waiting to be filled as you sit on Water guns your couch eating a tub of ice cream. Water hose Here are some activities for an entertaining and nonsensical summer, best Trampoline Slip and Slide organized through avid social networkSpread washing materials all over traming. Don’t forget to take pictures! poline, add water, and make sure to Food Fight wear a bathing suit. It would be best to Get drenched with nasty condiments have the trampoline over some nice, and covered by sticky pasta. soft grass for extra safety. After the fight, for the sake of going What you’ll need: green, please find some use for your No Tear Baby Shampoo “ammunition” such as feeding it to your Trampoline with safety net endog or using it as compost. closures What you’ll need: Condiments Winter-Themed Party Food Having a winter-themed party will take your mind off the summer heat and will Bonfires Celebrate Independence Day on July 4th also provide an opportunity to have fun by saying goodbye to last year’s school with your friends. What you’ll need: assignments. Air-Conditioner Have sand and fire readily accessible Fake snow using cotton balls for safety and don’t forget adult superviPaper snowflakes for décor sion! Blue fiber optic lights What you’ll need: Christmas tree Last year’s school papers Fire pit
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Volume V
Dr. Hitz moves on;’a hui hou’ Until We Meet Again By MATTHEW QUENGA, features editor
Most students at Kamehameha Schools Maui High School have grown up with Dr.Warren Hitz as their principal and have come to respect and appreciate him as a father figure, coach or even a friend. However, Hitz will be leaving Kamehameha at the end of this school year. He will be moving to Perry in central Georgia to be nearer his family, especially his ten grandchildren between the ages of three and ten. “They are growing up and active, and we wanted to be a part of that,” he said. He hopes to teach at a nearby college for a few more years. ”I also plan to do some wood working, play some
golf, travel, and spend a lot of time with my family.” He said that some of his fondest memories here at Kamehameha Maui will be about, “The students. You know, just seeing students in classes, watching them compete in [activities from] athletics to HOSA to simulated trials, and academically, athletically and socially. I will miss seeing students at their social events…and the great connections with people.” To the students and staff of KSM, he said, “Mahalo Nui, I am extremely appreciative for the opportunities that were given to me at this school, I am thankful for the relationships, goodwill, friendships and the people here at Kamehameha Schools Maui. I have only best wishes for everyone connected to Kamehameha Schools and for a blessed, prosperous future.” “Dr. Hitz is a gentle and kind man. His messages given each week, wooden
Brandi Dela-Cruz takes stage at Merrie Monarch By CAITLYN DEMELLO, staff writer
Brandi Dela-Cruz and her hula sisters performed at the Merrie Monarch Festival in Hilo, Hawai’i, April 11. The wahine won first place in the kahiko and auana divisions and the halau won second overall. Dela-Cruz and her halau, Ke’alaomaile led by Keali’i Reichel, practiced for seven months which included a few months of core strengthening and rehearsals. The first dance, a hula kahiko, was He Mele Inoa No Pekipeki Pusiela Keli'i'aukai, which she said “was the most difficult [to do because] of the ti-leaf skirts and [the] movements.” Because of that, she felt they weren’t going to Brandi DelaCruz
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artworks, and his joyful spirit will be missed. He was truly a great principal and will never be forgotten,” said senior Ruben Yamada.
Dr. WARREN HITZ
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“Mahalo Nui, I am extremely appreciative for the opportunities that were given to me at this school, I am thankful for the relationships, goodwill, friendships and the people here at Kamehameha Schools Maui…” — Dr. Warren Hitz
place at all, but they ended up winning first place. They were already familiar with their hula auana, Ke Aloha, because they had been dancing it in recent years. This number also earned them first place in the wahine division. Dela-Cruz said, “It was fun to be with my hula sisters, and it’s an experience I will never forget.” The festival was televised on KITV channel 4.
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These Girls Got Moves
Lawrence, Foree take final bow By MATTHEW QUENGA features editor
Seniors Leesa Foree and Jennifer Lawrence will be dancing as leads in the MAPA Spring Extravaganza on Saturday, May 22 and Sunday, May 23. “I feel very excited, but at the same time sad, although all the seniors are graduating and going on to bigger and better things, we will never have the same closeness we have had at dance class and I am going to miss everyone very much, ”said Foree. Freshman Sarah Aiwohi, sophomore Rachel Bega and Junior Kelsey Carbonell will also be showing off their moves and saying their goodbyes to Foree and Lawrence at the extravaganza. “Each senior gets to be the lead of their own ballet this year, which is very cool. We each chose which ballet we liked the most, learned the dance from each with our guy partner, and our teachers put it together into this story in which the guy courts all five of us,” said Foree about her role as Giselle in Sir Dancealot. Foree and Lawrence will be in The Jazz, Tap and Hip-Hop Revue as well as in MOVES. Foree will also be in MAPA’s Sir Dancealot. They will be performances full of excitement. Tickets went on sale on April 3 and can be purchased at the MACC box office.
Students learn and apply in first robotics class By BLAYNE MORTON, staff writer
Students in Phyllis Sone’s Robotics and Engineering course work diligently building robots and programming countless lines of code. “Though the class is fun, it’s really challenging. It combines math, science and technology…you have to design, plan and test, so it’s much like the real world,” said Sone. Students must also program and troubleshoot their own creations to perform tasks. The minefield challenge is a culminating event in which students must navigate their robots through a mock minefield. Though you wouldn’t tell by looking at him, Junior Aaron DeCoite is a robotics wizard. He and his partner Kawena Chang Yuen were a force to reckon with in their robotics class. “I’m a hands-on kind of guy… a kinesthetic learner y’know. I learn by doing,” said DeCoite. DeCoite was so excited about robotics that he ended up going to the High
Saturday, May 22 MAPA Spring Extravaganza Jazz, TaP & Hip Hop Revue Castle Theatre, 3 pm Maui Academy of Performing Arts (MAPA) presents its annual revue of jazz, tap and hip hop. Dancers of all ages will strut their stuff on stage for an evening of toe-tapping, heel-stomping entertainment for the whole family. Tickets: $12 Sunday, May 23 MAPA Spring Extravaganza Ballet, Sir Dancealot Castle Theatre, 3 pm In this original ballet, a handsome prince courts the leading ladies of five ballets – Le Corsaire, Giselle, Firebird, Butterfly Lovers and Tarzan – only to be discovered by all in the end, much to his dismay. Enjoy Maui Academy of Performing Arts’ (MAPA) annual dance revue. Tickets: $12
SENIOR LEESA FOREE
School Robotics Competition last year. “Kamehameha Schools should enter the competition regularly because it gives us a chance to show off what we’re learning,” said DeCoite, “and we have all the skill and knowledge.” Aaron went on to say that he will register for Robotics II next year if it’s offered.
Saturday, May 22 MOVES, a MAPA Dance Concert Castle Theatre, 7:30 pm The Maui Academy of Performing Arts’ highly trained dance company presents this extraordinary evening of original choreography, MOVES, in the style of Photo by KYLE DEELEY MAPA’s Pieces dance concerts. Tickets: $15, $12 (kids 12 and under)
“The robotics class is not about making a robot, it’s about learning life skills; things like team work communication, planning, and problem solving…all those kinds of skills that we develop while building a robot, but it’s more about building the student and the student’s skill set,” said Sone.
Photo by BLAYNE MORTON
Junior Vincent Soberano adds a few finishing touches to his robot before he puts it through the Minefield test. The Minefield is the final event in Robotics. This was the first year that the class was offered.
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Ka Leo o Nä Koa - Life Music Review:
By MATTHEW QUENGA, features editor
As the School year winds to a close, Invitations to grad parties have begun circulation. Now Graduation is a major step in a student’s life and, of course, it is customary to celebrate it but there are pros and cons to having a graduation party. Grad parties are always good fun. We get to eat amazing food, spend time with our friends, eat amazing food, reminisce about all the things that we experienced throughout our entire lives and eat a lot of amazing food. Besides, what person in their right mind, doesn’t like to party…or eat? I personally love parties, but there are still a few cons that come with grad parties. Some people might say that instead of spending money on a one time thing, people could use the money for college or that all graduation parties are the same. Now I’m not trying to say don’t have a grad party when it comes time for yours. By all means go right ahead, but try to think about what’s financially sane for your family and what is really important in the long run. Just like graduation itself, grad parties are sometimes bittersweet. I asked my staff what they felt were the pros and cons of graduation parties, and here’s what they had to say: Pros: Family and Friends Ono Kine Grinds Money (if your friends are cool they’ll give you some) Entertainment You get a lot of leis You’re the center of attention It’s a happy time for everyone Cons: Repetitive themes Costly Setup and Breakdown Rowdy Family Members It’s a sad time for everyone You gotta take the good with the bad, though, so go out there and have fun, seniors. And, don’t forget to eat.
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Punk goes classic rock
By DAYTON-LEE PASCUAL, staff writer
We like to party...and eat
Issue 4 May 14, 2010
Fearless Records released their new album, Punk Goes Classic Rock, on April 27. It features many of their bands on the label as well as other well-known artists. All of the artists chose a classic rock song and put their own twist to it to make it relevant for the listeners of this generation. This album has many different styles of music; from pop rock, punk, techno, and metal. This album has its ups and downs. Though the artists may have tried to honor these classic songs, some may have attempted songs that should not have been touched. The album starts of with Hit the Lights’ version of Boston’s More Than a Feeling. They shortened the song by 2 minutes, which is a bit drastic. Nick Thompson’s vocals seemed a little to light. The guitars give the song a pop feel for those who like pop rock. There are two Queen covers on this album, We Are the Champions and Bohemian Rhapsody. Mayday Parade’s version of We Are the Champions is just all right. It sounds exactly like original. There is nothing special about their version of the song. Nevershoutnever! did his cover of Bohemian Rhapsody, which is probably the worst song on the album. Freddie Mercury, singer of Queen, has the vocal ability of no other. Anyone trying to remake Queen’s most famous song
needs to make sure it is done extremely well, and this version is a total let down. Nevershoutnevers! voice is too high-pitched and is not full enough to match Mercury’s. On the positive side of the album is The Maine’s Pour Some Sugar on Me, which was originally done by Def Leppard. This song rivals that of the original. John O’Challaghan’s raspy voice along with the heavily distorted guitars blend well together and will have you singing right along with them. I See Stars will please everyone who likes a little techno. Their version of Your Love by The Outfield is the most unique track. I See Stars is true to their style of music which includes some heavy Auto-tune, screaming synths, and heavy power chords. If you are a fan of Kiss, The Summer Sets’ version of Rock ‘n Roll All Nite will not disappoint. This is a song that you can listen to in your car screaming the lyrics at the top of your lungs. The Almost did their version of Tom Petty’s Free Fallin’. This is probably the best song on this album. It is flawless and an excellent way to show tribute to a classic rock song. This album isn’t perfect but it is worth purchasing. If you are into classic rock some of these songs will definitely be a real treat. Punk Goes Classic Rock gets a 7.5/10 for its’ great attempt at bringing classic rock into the new generation.
Living Pono Campaign—Monthly Values Honorees Congratulations to all of the students selected for the during the 2009-10 school year. August—Höÿihi Sarah Aiwohi Levi Almeida Kahea Arrieta Dane Dudioit Krysten Ellis Solomon Ezera Brianna Vargas-Hafoka Keone Hurdle Sarah Ishikawa Ken Kanemitsu Andrew Kunitomo Maleko Lorenzo Jennifer Lum Dane Lum Ho Joseph Mellon Dylan Nakoa Abby Okazaki Ryder Pahukoa Dayton Pascual Barry Pereza Koa Rodrigues Dawn Rosa Amberlee Watson
September—Laulima Robert Akuna Kaulana Ane Ian Aquino Jonah Aruda Chalee Batungbacal Kelsey Carbonell Kawena Chang Yuen Shane Clark Hinano DeLima Christian Fernandez
Kapono Gaspar-Fujihara Kelsey Galago Brandon Gurat Raeanna Haÿole Kamaka Keawekane Wesley Kiaha Kyeton Littel Cayla Morimoto Kama Pahukoa Justice Patao Jared Pulido Kayani Singh Preston Tavares Kamalani Uehara
October—Käohi Iho Keÿike Acain Sydney Ayakawa Landon Ballesteros Olivia Borge Michael Ferreira Mason Franco Reina Freitas Naomi Holokai Haliaka Kama Kiaÿi Kaya Christopher Kim Kamalani Makua Makai Mann Nahulu Nunokawa Beth Onaga Natasha Poepoe Vincent Soberano Kylie Yamada Uluwehi Young
November-December— Wiwo’ole Kanoe Angel-Mawae Breana Asuncion Jasmine Chung Leyna Coloma-Uwekoolani Sonya Donohue Alex Guerrero Elizabeth Higashino Corbin Iaea Erika Kekiwi Christian Lum Daylan Machado Leah Santos Uÿi Tanigawa Erin Ventura Ruben Yamada
January—Lokomaikaÿi Tzarina Akahi Robert Akuna Haÿaheo Auweloa Ashley Caris Chaysen Chong Shane Clark Aaron DeCoite Jason Fukushima Demi Gannon Jessie Hozaki Maika Kaikaka Allyn Kalaiwaÿa Connor Kihune James Krueger Toni Matsuda Matthew Quenga Tanya Tavares
Ashley Watson Kylie Watson
February—Kahiau Haÿaheo Auweloa Chase Bell Dalton Borge Eli Ferreira Jessica Gonsalves Brandon Gurat Kamalani Makua Maverick Matsuoka James Mattos Darci Orikasa Napua Salbedo Preston Tavares Aasin Torricer Cameron Yee
March—Hilinaÿi Ashley Akima Rachel Bega Kimberly Chin Leesa Foree Sai Furukawa Alex Guerrero Kalei Guth Erika Jardin Ken Kanemitsu Mehana Lee Kuÿulei Makua Zoe Pelayo Wailena Pu
April-May—Hoÿomau In selection
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Handy guide to surviving college By CAITLYN DEMELLO, staff writer
When leaving high school, something that is familiar, it is hard to know what to expect in college. “How can I survive unfamiliar territory?” you wonder. Here are some things that every future college student should know.
Time Management
said University of Hawai’i, Maui student Kaleo DeMello (’08). According to thehighschoolgraduate.com, the average college student spends two to three hours a day on homework alone. DeMello ended with, “Don’t slack or you’re gonna fail.”
Use calendars and schedules to your advantage. There should be a certain time for school work and another for relaxing. Chawn Villalon (’08), a student at University of Hawai’i, Mänoa said, “Balance out studying and work. No one is telling you what to do so you have to take responsibility.” One way to keep that balance is to “find a comfortable (class) schedule, classes that you want to take and will keep you focused.”
Expect Sloppy Sleeping Patterns
Kawehi Jenkins (’09), who is now enrolled at Pacific University in OreGraphic by BLAYNE MORTON gon, said “If you go into college expecting to have Rosie McGoldrick who is now enrolled at a normal sleeping pattern, forget it! College makes for the return of naps and Sonoma State University, California. Get To Know Your Roommate late night studying.” Because of the Knowing your roommate ahead of time Before you even set out to college, you workload and off schedule in college, it will make introductions easier and conshould get to know the person you are is almost impossible to return to your versations flow. sharing your dorm with. “It’s good to normal routines. Planning a day ahead know what issues you may be dealing for your classes and for your studying A New Meaning to Workload with before you move in, such as diswill help you realize the times that are The assignments that are distributed abilities,” said Saint Anthony graduate, good for sleeping or napping. daily are “a lot more than high school,”
Daylan Machado ‘12
Anuhea Kaiÿaokamälie ‘13
“They’re really nice and cool. They don’t pick on or tease freshmen.”
“I will miss their humor, many of them are really funny. I will also miss their talent in sports.”
Shayna Molina ‘11
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What will you miss about this year’s seniors?
“I will miss the close family feeling and that I know everyone. I am going to miss all my classmates and the fun times we shared on campus.”
Natasha Poepoe ‘10
“I will miss all the teachers that have helped educate me throughout my years here at Kamehameha. I will also miss Mr. Nitta’s room and all the memories I had in there through music.”
Brandi Dela Cruz ‘10
Kapono Gaspar-Fujihara ‘10
What will you miss about our school when you graduate?
“I will miss the fun times they bring. This year’s seniors are so full of life, a moment with them is never dull.”
“When I graduate I will definitely miss all the faculty and staff. I will miss the underclassmen and our beautiful campus. I will miss Mr. O’Brien! And most of all, I will miss my ‘ohana, the senior class of 2010!”
Ka Leo o Nä Koa-Life
Cameron Yip:
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Jennifer Lawrene:
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Koa Mattos:
To Keenan I leave my visor, Hinano my CD, To Keenan I leave you my ‘grumbo-ness” Jesse my knowledge, Kana my style, Levi my and Jenniferisms, you will need them mindset, Austin the Wai, and Daylan my rethroughout your senior year. cords you can try and beat.
I Ku’u mau hoa ÿo Nä ÿöiwi eia kuÿu aloha a pau. And to all Maui Campus, I leave you my frove. Ke Akua Pu
Erin Ventura:
Kamaka Pocock:
Kylie Watson:
To my younger brothers and sisters at this school, I leave all of my knowledge and teachers to you!
To Lindsey I leave my great looks, AJ and Mailani you get *Heaven*, Kalena and Makana your future MIL title, Jesse long live the Ha, and Cody… “bup bop”.
Minga, I leave you my Filipino slippers. May they bring you joy and happiness. Leah my forbidden fruit, I leave you my ability to charm and voice; use it sparingly.
Chase Bell: To Jesse I leave the L.B.C. Austin, the Wai* Side, Lacno my #24, LBC, I leave you Jesse; Cody, my Chase-ness. Mr. Cagasan, my school. Ms. Correa, my room. Victor, my spirit. Das it!
Sarah Ishikawa: To my softball sisters, I leave you guys my splints and bandages in case someone breaks their fingers diving or gets cut sliding to second. Good luck next year!
Heather Kalehuawehe: To my junior buddy Tyler, I leave my joy and optimism to keep you smiling J To the rest, I leave you with this: “good luck and believe in yourself!”
Danika Ribucan:
Desmond Machado: I leave my brother my good looks and style points. I leave Nico and Kawena my soccer goals and my smart remarks. I leave Kupono my super bad soccer skills.
Keli Hayase: Kahiau Andrade, I leave you my lunch table so you don’t have to eat in the counseling center. Snookie, I leave you Mrs. Correa, please take good care of her.
“To the loser who stole my iPod, I leave my iPod.” — Dylan Andrian
To Wes, Tabetha, and all my freshman friends I leave you all our lunch table. May you continue the laughs and fun while we are gone.”
Joe Mellon:
Dylan Andrion:
To all the Spanish trip kids I leave the “fiesta room” to whoever wants to have it.
To the loser who stole my iPod, I leave my iPod.
Breana-Malia Asuncion: My softball sisters I leave you with the motivation to shine and clean air to breathe. The lunch boys, I leave you Aaron Decoite, take care of him for me.
Kyle Deeley: To Jeffrey Clarke, I leave my computer and all of its accompanying presets. To Kaÿio, I leave the responsibilities of being the Drama Club chauffer. Long live Google!
Pili Kepani:
To the underclassmen and all my teachers I leave the memory of my conservative values - the likes of which you’ll rarely hear again in this school.
To my cousins I leave you my love and encouragement and smile to give to others. Tissy, Pomai, Shayna Ho, I leave you my A.P. chair. And Kala’i, I leave you the healthroom to start new conversations with the underclassmen ;)
Erika Jardin:
Kekoa Turbeville:
Emily Farm:
To my girlies (you know who you are), I leave you with the ‘i’ini for Hawaiian Language and culture. Live it, Love it, breath it! I love you girls so much!
Brianna Vargas-Hafoka:
I leave my basketball camp to Kamalei; Jayden, the title of “Handsome.” To Aisha, Liz; chalk to jumpers for drawing at practice; prayers to run less “superlines” for the basketball team.
Allyn Kalaiwaa: I leave ‘Iolani my O-line skills. Bridgette my To my Polo Wai Wahines, I leave my deter‘ölelo Hawaiÿi. Keani my paddling strength. Bobbi my shot put skills. Hiÿilei my shovel and mination to beat the Lunas. Good luck next year! Make old lady guppie proud. P.S. Kaui I leave you all the mana of my hula. EEEPPP!
U’I Tanigawa: My little hula sisters: I leave you the quad to practice whenever you want! Passion, love and skill to follow in my wonderful footsteps! All for the love of hula!
Kuanoni KaniaupioCrozier(AKA Narnia): To my Freshie homeboy kainalu, I leave my jump float so that you can keep the momentum rollin’ and the show goin’
Blake Lau: I leave my swag to Christen Chin. To Hinano, I leave you my roots and key to Jahrusalem. Jayden, my vertical leap, seriously. The school, good luck. Chee!
Harmony Laufou: To my choir girls, I leave my voice; to ÿIolani and Haliaka, my music; to the Rindlisbacher and Watson girls, Kanoe, Koa,James,Kelly,Brenna, and Tehani, my love.
Connor Kihune: Pono C., I leave you my #20 jersey, Billy A., my track spikes, Jesse, my parking pass, Keenan and Clayton, control of the studs. Aisha, my rapping skills, and Nico, my speed.
Matthew Quenga: To Jeff, Nalu, Alana, Kaitlyn, Kalamanu, Brenna,Pi’ikea,you, boy, girl, him, her, I leave da kine so you can go da kine with da kine when da kine comes just in case you get bored.
Ruben Yamada: To Kaui, I leave my red water bottle with the straw so you can sip it, girl. And to Kelly I leave Teens Under Construction, take care of Kahu!
Kainalu Yen: To the next generation of the Boys Swim team, I leave my pair of goggles to Makai Mann, our newest member.
Jimmy Wicklund: To Aaron Decoite I leave my glove. Hope it will suit you good. To the underclassmen I leave you with a lot of memories.
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Issue 4
May 14, 2010
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Two earn a spot at judo states By JARRIN ARAKAKI, Staff Writer
The MIL Judo Championship tournament took place on April 23, and the boys team placed third. The girls team placed second, but there were two KSM students, sophomores Nikki Davis and Kiana Kamalu who earned a spot at the 2010 HHSAA Judo Championships at the Stan Sheriff Center on May 7. . After her MIL win, Davis said, “It feels awesome to be one of two people going and the pressure’s on...the competition up there is on a whole different level.” Kamalu did not attend the state tournament in the end. Davis failed to advance beyond qualifying rounds. She said, “I didn’t get a medal...it was a good overall experience...I could have taken practice more seriously and not fooled around during the season because I know the Oÿahu people weren’t [fooling around.] The competition was nothing like Maui.”
Photo by TANI NAKAMITSU
Sophomore Erika Kekiwi pins her opponent to the mat as she awaits the referee’s call.
Ginger Long says “I’m going to University of Hawaiÿi”
Volleyball: Long verbally commits to UH-Mänoa By ERIN VENTURA, staff writer
Junior girls volleyball MIL Division I Player of the Year, Ginger Long makes a verbal commitment to the University of Hawaiÿi following her graduation in 2011. With offers from the University of California Irvine, Washington State University, Texas Christian University, and the University of Hawaiÿi, Long decided that she will stay in Hawaiÿi and play in front of her home crowd. “I decided on the University of Hawaiÿi because of their strong program in general. Their coaching staff and players were very welcoming, and they gave me the best offer,” said Long. When she was there on an unofficial visit, Long noticed that UH has a strong recruiting program, and she knows that they are working hard to maintain a competitive volleyball program. The University of Hawaiÿi first saw Long at the Asics Hawaiÿi combine on Oÿahu at the end of January. Dave Shoji contacted Long’s club Coach Al Paschoal and expressed his interest in
Photo courtesy of NAGAMINE PHOTO STUDIO
GINGER LONG
Long. A month later, she went to Las Vegas with her club team to play in the SCVA Las Vegas Invitational Tournament, which gave Shoji the opportunity to watch her play in a game-like setting. Long made her decision to verbally
commit on April 7. “I called them [UH athletics department] in Coach Bala’s room at lunch,” said Long. Long was offered a 5-year full scholarship, which allows her to red shirt her first year. Her scholarship consists of: room and board, books, meal plan, and tuition. All of the other offers that she received were only 4-year plans. “I chose to take a five-year deal instead of four because it allows me to finish my academics in a longer span of time. Being a true freshman, I would have to compete with 7 other girls for 3 spots. By waiting, I increase my chances of playing,” said Long. Until her graduation in the summer of 2011, Long plans to “train, train, train.” She looks to increase her strength off the court and focus on the little things on the court to make her a more consistent player. “I am very excited to play with those girls [the UH women’s volleyball team]. They seem like regular girls who are very humble,” Long said.
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Water polo awaits future By TANI NAKAMITSU, staff writer
This year’s water polo team entered the MIL tournament with three wins and three losses. They lost the MIL championship tournament 4-9 to Lähainaluna on April 23 ending the season and their hopes for a state appearance. Overall, the water polo team improved in their “communication and teamwork” said senior Victoria Crozier. Kalei Guth, junior, said the water polo team was fun, and there was a lot of teamwork. She said that “next year will be a success if they work more on offense and sets.” To achieve this they will need to work on drills and become stronger in swimming Guth said. Senior captain Allyn Kalaiwaÿa’s said she has faith that next year will be great. Kalaiwaÿa believes that the team will do better if they are dedicated to practice, are focused, and are active in the offense. “Next year has a lot of talent. We just need more underclassmen to step up because they might have a chance to do well,” said Kalaiwaÿa. She predicts that next year’s strongest teammates will be Kalei Guth and Kaulana Ane, since they will be the most experienced. Next year, the water polo team will only lose two seniors, Victoria Crozier and
Photos by KYLE DEELEY
Above: Makamae Palos flings herself in front of a speeding ball. Right:Kalei Guth cocks her arm for a shot at the goal.
Allyn Kalaiwaÿa. With new incoming freshmen and returning water polo teammates, the water polo team’s future looks bright. This year is coach Leo Delatori’s last one with the water polo team. “I really enjoyed this year because it was a great group. I have been coaching for 20 years and this team has been the best and most enjoyable team I have ever coached,” said Delatori.
Softball has middling season
Photo by KYLE DEELEY
Kahea Arrieta slides into third base at a game against Maui High School. She was ruled safe.
By KYLE DEELEY, sports editor
Softball will not be going to the state level following a 6-6 season. “We started out in the middle of the pack. We didn’t have a lot of confidence,” said senior captain Keli Hayase. The Warriors lost to the Lähainaluna Lunas in the semi-final round of the Maui Interscholastic League tournament. The Lunas quickly took control of the game with a second inning score of 4-0. The Warriors responded by scoring 3 more points by the fourth inning. The game was close with the Warriors making a multi-point surge in the sixth inning, but ultimately the Lunas won 6-5. That snuffed any hopes the Warriors had of going to states. “We had a lot of new girls and they put in a lot of effort,” said senior player Breana Asuncion. “Next season’s athletes show a lot of promise.” Some highlights for team captain Keli Hayase included hitting a home run and watching her teammates open up and get closer.
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Issue 4
May 14, 2010
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Warrior baseball team falls short Varsity baseball team loss to Maui High ends hope of state tournament berth By ERIN VENTURA, staff writer
The Warriors varsity baseball team’s season was cut short after a loss to the Maui High Sabers in the Maui Interscholastic League Division I semi-final game on April 26 at Maehara Stadium. Senior third-baseman Jimmy Wicklund said that the hardest challenge to overcome this season was teamwork. He said the baseball team struggled with finding cohesiveness. Although the team was hit and miss, there were key players who advanced them to the division semi-finals. Leadoff hitter, junior Keenan Kaluau came through with some crucial hits against Maui High. Center fielder Kamaka Pocock said, “He really does fuel the batters with his ability to swing the bat.” Senior Kamaka Pocock came in as a first-year pitcher and helped the team succeed on the mound. He made several key catches in center field. “He is the heart of the outfield,” said Wicklund. Wicklund is another player who performs consistently and always seeks to improve his game. His pitching ability aided the Warriors when they upset the Baldwin Bears for the Bears’ only loss of the season. “The win was good for us mentally because it refueled us to finish out the season strong. It gave us the confident mindset that we can beat anyone. That win really helped to bring us back on track,” said Wicklund. With a season record of 6-6, the Warriors were ranked third in the MIL tour-
Photo by KYLE DEELEY
Lika Fujihara lunges as he tries to get a sliding Baldwin Bear out at third at Maehara Stadium.
nament when they faced the second seeded Sabers. Led by junior Cody Pundyke’s sound pitching as well as great hitting efforts from the team, the Warriors defeated the Sabers 19-7, advancing them to the Division I championship game. The championship game was promising for the Warriors, who jumped out to an 8-0 lead in the top of the first inning, after a grand slam by Wicklund. “At first I thought it was a regular pop up that I hit really hard. Then I seen it go over the left fielder’s [Brandon Kaupe’s] head. He put his hands up, and I knew it was gone,” said Wicklund. “I was so happy.” “After he hit that grand slam, I thought we had the game,” said Pocock, “I was like ‘guarantee we going win.’”
The Warriors were unable to hold on as their pitching by junior Lika Fujihara allowed the Bears 15 hits in four and a half innings. After rotating two more pitchers in, the Warriors eventually lost 18-8. “It was very unfortunate, I really wanted to win,” said junior catcher Pono Hoÿopiÿi. Because of the loss to the Bears in the championship game, the Warriors needed to face the Sabers again for second place and the second spot in the state tournament. On Monday April 26, the Warriors lost to the Sabers 7-3 to end their hopes of a post season. “Overall, it was good season and I think that the underclassmen learned a lot. All that we went through this year will help us [the Warriors] to be better next year,” said Pocock, “we have a lot of potential.”
Photo by PILI KEPANI
Ha'aheo Auweloa won second place in the body boarding division at the 16th annual MIL Surf Competition. He and other members of the KS Maui surf team participated in the competition that took place at Ho'okipa Pavilions on April 24.
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May 14, 2010
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Name: Kamalani Keomaka Event: 110 and 300 hurdles State Ranking: 3rd On Going to States: “...I’m hoping to medal in all my races… I’m gonna try my best.”
Name:Ashley Wendt Event: Long Jump
Name:Hanoa Puaÿa-Freitas Event: Shot put
Also watch for… Jesse Bista-Discus Diondra Gomes-Discus Mailani Baz, Aisha Jones, and Kalena Kaeo– 4x400 Meter Relay Connor Kihune, Cameron Yip, Kaumana Rindlisbacher, Levi Almeida, and Cody Pundyke– 4x400 Meter Relay
Track and field qualify 26 for state tourney By ERIN VENTURA, staff writer Photos by KYLE DEELEY
The Warrior track and field team will send 26 competitors to the state tournament on Oÿahu on May 14 and 15, making school history for the largest number of athletes attending. Trials will be held on Oÿahu at Kamehameha Schools Kapälama tonight, and finals will be tomorrow.
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Name: Eli Ferreira Event: 110 and 300 hurdles On Going to States: ”I’m very excited. It’s the first time I’m going for the 110 hurdles.”
Name: Briana Vargas-Hafoka Event: Shot put State Ranking: 2nd
Name: Makana Pundyke Event: Long Jump
Names: Daylan Machado, Jesse Yamada (Absent: Michael Lacno, Jordan Nauka, Kupono Cabanas) Event: 4x100 meter relay
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Sports scoreboard: Track 3/12 Event: 100 200 400 100 hurdles 300 hurdles 400 relay 1600 relay Long jump Shot Put
Discus Triple Jump 4/09 Event: 100 200 400 800 100 hurdles 300 hurdles 400 relay 1600 relay Long jump Shot Put Discus 4/16 Event: 100
Place
Girls
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------3 Jesse Yamada ------2 Cameron Yip ------3 Connor Kihune ------1 Cody Pundyke ------2 Connor Kihune Kamalani Keomaka - - - - - - - - - - - - Kamalani Keomaka 2 Eli Ferreira 50.49 2 Team A- 45.67 4:29.7 1 3:39.78 Makana Pundyke Brianna Vargas-Hafoka 1 Hanoa Pua`aFreitas Diondra Gomes Diondra Gomes Brianna Vargas-Hafoka ------2 Kaimalu Stanich
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------------Mailani Baz Mailani Baz --------
1 1 3 1 1 1 3 2 3
Place
Boys
2 3 -----3 3
Cameron Yip Jesse Yamada ------ ---Cody Pundyke Kaumana Rindlisbacher Kamalani Keomaka - - - - - - - - - - - - Kamalani Keomaka - - - - - - - - - - - - Team A- 54.05 ------------Team A- 4:22.2 ------------Makana Pundyke 2 Cameron Yip Brianna Vargas-Hafoka Jessi Bista Diondra Gomes Jessi Bista
200 400 800
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110 hurdles
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300 hurdles
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1 3 -----------
Team A- 53.7 Team B- 57.99 -------------
1 3 1 3
3 3 -----2 1
Leah Santos Ashlyn Ross ------Jessi Bista Diondra Gomes
3 Kekoa Turbeville ------ ------3 Kaimalu Stanich
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400 relay 1600 relay
High Jump Triple Jump Long Jump Shot Put Discus 5/01 Event: 200
3rd Overall
3rd Overall
Long Jump
1 3
Daylan Machado ------2 Cody Pundyke ------3 Levi Almeida Kamalani Keomaka - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ------2 Eli Ferreira Kamalani Keomaka - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Team A 1 Team A Team A 1 Team A ------2 Daylan Machado 3 Kaimalu Stanich Makana Pundyke -----------------Ashley Wendt ------------------
Shot Put Discus
1 2
Brianna Vargas-Hafoka Diondra Gomes 2
3
Jessi Bista
400 100 hurdles 110 hurdles 300 hurdles 400 relay 1600 relay Triple Jump
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Jesse Yamada Michael Lacno Connor Kihune Levi Almeida Kaumana Rindlisbacher Desmond Machado Eli Ferreira Desmond Machado Team A- 46.86 Team B- 47.04 Team A- 3:55.29 Team B- 4:02.62
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Hanoa Pua`aFreitas
Golf
Boys
13-7 6-8 2-1 3-0 8-0 7-6 11-8 7-11 11-1 5-8 6-7 6-7 19-7 8-18 3-7 3
(L) (W) (L) (L) (L) (W) (L) (W) (L) (W) (W) (W) (W) (L) (L)
10-4 17-3 9-6 17-5 9-6 16-5
(L) (W) (L) (W) (L) (W)
Water Polo 3/30 LHS 4/03 BHS 4/06 LHS 4/08 BHS 4/13 LHS 4/15 BHS TOURNEY 4/22 BHS 4/23 D1 Tournament v LHS
15-10 (W) 1 0-4 (L)
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Girls (Final)
--138 (W) --135 (L) --153 (L) 157 (W) ----159 (L) 162 (W) --149 (W) 130 (W) 150 (W) 130 (W) --136 (L) 152 (W) ----140 (L) 151 (W) --149 (W) --156 (W) --Aaron Kunitomo: Shannon Abarra 72-81--152 89-80—169 Kyeton Littel: ArielleAndrade: 83-76—159 97-89—186 Andrew Kunitomo: Kaydee Park 83-85—168 103-106—209 4/21 Team Playoff Aaron Kunitomo:73 Kyeton Littel: 78 Andrew Kunitomo: 79 Trey Fernandez: 83 Total: 313 (L) 4/23-24 Aaron Kunitomo: ShannonAbarra: 72-81-66-68— 287 89-80-91-86—346 Kyeton Littel: Arielle Andrade: 83-76-73-70—302 97-89-91-91—368 Andrew Kunitomo: Kaydee Park 83-85-75-80—323 103-106-95-97—401 5/3-5 HHSAA Champ. May 4: Aaron Kunitomo: Shannon Abarra: 38-36—74, 40-40—80 Kyeton Littel: 38-42—80 Arielle Andrade: 50-56—106 May 5: Aaron Kunitomo: Shannon Abarra: 74-72—146 80-82-—162, Kyeton Littel: 80-83—164, Arielle Andrade: 106-94— 200
Tennis
Boys
Girls
3/12 BHS 3/24 SBH 3/26 Häna 4/2-3 Länai 4/07 BHS 4/14 KKHS 4/16 East-West Playoff 4/17 Team Final 4/22-24 MIL Tournament 5/06-8 HHSAA Tournament Final MIL Standings
3-2 (W) 4-1 (L) 1-3 (W) 0-3 (W) 5-0 (L) 3-2 (L) ----------1-1 (T) 0-1 (W) 5-5 (W-L)
2-3 (L) 2-3 (W) 0-5 (W) 1-4 (W) 3-2 (L) 2-3 (W) ------------2-1 (W) 0-2 (L) 7-3 (W-L)
Softball 3/10 3/12 3/20 3/24 3/27 4/03 4/07 4/10 4/16 4/21 4/23 4/24 4/30
BHS (L) KKHS (W) MHS (L) BHS (L) KKHS (W) LHS (W) MHS (W) LHS (L) KKHS (W) BHS (L) Playoff if necessary D1 Tournament (L)
8-4 4-6 7-4 4-3 4-10 1-2 2-8 5-4 Rained out 2-5 8-5 5-6
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A Quick Look:
Turbeville up for National Recognition
Boys Volleyball 3/16 KKHS (W) 3/20 MHS (L) 3/22 LLHS (L) 3/30 BHS (L) 4/06 KKHS (W) 4/08 MHS (L) 4/15 LHS (L) 4/17 BHS (W) 4/21 KKHS (W) 4/24 MHS (W) 5/04 LHS (W) 5/06 BHS (L) Overall Standing: 3
Judo 3/25 KKHS 3/26 KKHS 3/27 KKHS 4/01 BHS 4/02 BHS 4/03 BHS 4/08 MHS 4/09 MHS 4/10 MHS 4/14 LHS 4/15 LHS 4/16 LHS 4/23 D1 Tournament 4/24 D1 Tournament 4/26 MHS Overall Standing
May 14, 2010
3/15 3/18 3/23 3/24 3/25 3/26 3/30 4/01 4/06 4/07 4/08 4/09 4/13 4/15 4/16-17
5/15 HHSAA Champion Finals at Kamehameha Kapälama
Baseball
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3/27 Girls: 103–Erika Kekiwi (2) Boys: 161–Ken Kanemitsu (2) 109–Nikki Davis (1) - Kilohana Borges (3) 115– Naomi Holokai (3) 198– Josh Kuaÿana (2) 4/03 Girls: 109–Nikki Davis (1) Boys: 108-Sai Furukawa (2) 114–Laura Albert (3) 114–Pololü Nakanelua (2) 115–Amanda Lee (2) 145-Kilohana Borges (2) - Nalani Kikuyama (3) 161– Ken Kanemitsu (1) 139– Tehani Kama (2) 220– Kiana Kamalu (1) 4/10 Girls: 109–Laura ALbert (3) Boys: 108-Sai Furukawa (3) 115–Nikki Davis (3) 145-Kilohana Borges (1) 139– Tehani Kama (3) 161– Ken Kanemitsu (3) 220– Kiana Kamalu (1) 198– Joshua Kuaÿana (2) 4/17 Girls: 98–Erika Kekiwi (2) Boys: 108-Sai Furukawa (2) 109–Nikki Davis (1) 121–Pololü Nakanelua (3) 115– Naomi Holokai (2) 145-Kilohana Borges (1) - Amanda Lee (3) 161– Keanu Franco (3) 139– Tehani Kama (3) 198– Joshua Kuaÿana (1) 220– Kristen Miyahira-Dumaran (1) 4/24– MIL Championships Girls (2nd): 98–Erika Kekiwi (2) Boys (3rd): 108-Sai Furukawa (3) 109–Nikki Davis (1) 114–Pololü Nakanelua (3) 139– Tehani Kama (3) 145-Kilohana Borges (3) 220– Kiana Kamalu (1) 161– Ken Kanemitsu (2) – Keanu Franco (3) 198– Joshua Kuaÿana (2)
WHAT: National Football Foundation Hawaiÿi chapter Scholar-Athlete Award 1 out of 2 outer island players, original pool: 3,000 students nationally HOW: Nominated by Mr. Delatori, filled out an application, chosen based on academics, athletics, and community service. One of top 12 in the state. AWARD SO FAR: $1000 and an allexpense-paid trip to O’ahu for the banquet, included a tux to wear that night Speaker: Mayor Mufi Hanneman REACTION: "It was an honor to represent Maui, very humbling because Hawaii is known for its outstanding football players….It was super fun meeting other good athletes that I have watched on OC16.” NEXT? Regional finalists selected mid-June after final grades are in POSSIBLE WESTERN REGIONAL FINALIST AWARD: $5000 and move on to national consideration, 5 national scholar-athletes will be chosen
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Volume V
Issue 4
May 14, 2010
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Tennis season ends, four players go to states By KYLE DEELEY, sports editor
The Warrior tennis team had a strong showing this year. Bolstered by the appearance of several first-time seniors and ambitious freshmen, the Warriors managed to hold their own against other teams. Two seniors, Katie Perryman and ‘Ekolu Kim, and two freshmen, Devonte Llanes and Brandi Silva competed at the state level. “We actually did really well, especially with all the incoming seniors. I’m satisfied with how we played,” said Kim on the results of the season. He said that the team faced challenges with weather conditions and location, but that the team members came together at the end. Kim competed in the doubles division with Llanes, and tried to focus on getting past the first round. Perryman and Silva both competed in the singles division at the state tournament. No Kamehameha Maui players made
Photos by KYLE DEELEY
Seniors ‘Ekolu Kim and Katie Perryman both represented Kamehameha Maui at the state competition on the Big Island last week.
it to the second round. Llames and Kim were knocked out by Ryan Bieker and B.J. Kai of Kauaÿi High School in a 7-5,
Photos courtesy of AISHA JONES
Aisha Jones (inset) peeks out from the Olympic rings at the Youth Olympic Games last summer. She competes as a black belt inTaekwondo and regularly medals at the Maui Open.
Good as gold By ERIN VENTURA, staff writer
Junior all-star track runner Aisha Jones has a secret talent. She is a gold medal black belt Taekwondo fighter, and she has been a black belt athlete since the age of 12. “I enjoy completing. It is a side of me many people don’t know about,” she said.
Jones started doing Taekwondo at the age of seven because of her brother’s participation in martial arts. Since then, she has been competing in tournaments throughout the United States “My mother thought it would be a good idea for me to get involved with sport. She believed that it would be beneficial to me because [Taekwondo] teaches you self-defense and respect
6-2 match. Perryman suffered a first round, 6-2, 6-1 loss to Jan Matsumoto of Maryknoll High School. towards others,” Jones said. In 2007, Aisha won a gold and bronze medal at the U.S. Nationals in San Jose, California. She was also a gold medal finalist at the Oÿahu Open. Jones was a three-time Gold medalist in 2008 as well as a three-time gold medalist in 2009 at the Maui Open. Last year at the Youth Olympics Games in Colorado Springs, Jones came in 5th place out of 20 people in her division. Currently this year, Jones has competed in the Junior World Championships in Colorado Springs, where she received 9th place in her black belt division. Jones went to the U.S Open Taekwondo Championship in Las Vegas, Nevada, during the Presidents Day weekend in February. The competition features 1600 athletes from 62 different countries. This tournament is exclusive to black belt competitors and is one of the highest international open events in the world for Taekwondo. She did not place but spoke of her experience highly. “It is a privilege for me to attend this tournament because of the new experiences and lessons that I learned, which well benefit me next year,” Jones said. Jones will be traveling to Oÿahu in June for the Hawaiÿi State Open Taekwondo tournament where she will be competing to qualify for nationals.
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Kunitomo goes back to states By DANIEL BORGES, staff writer
Sophomore Andrew Kunitomo earned another state appearance in golf. He was pleased with his individual results as he made it to states for the second time in two years. The state tournament was held in Honolulu on May 4 and 5 at Turtle Bay Resort where Kunitomo placed third out of 95 golfers. Prior to the tournament, he said, “I feel if I play my own game and handle my nerves that I have a good chance at placing.” With six years of experience under his belt, Kunitomo was a favorite going to the state level. Older brother, senior Andrew Kunitomo feels “very proud of” his brother and says, “Honestly he did very well.” Kamehameha Maui’s golf team did not have the best of starts, but that did not stop them from reaching their goal at the end of the season. Senior, Andrew Kunitomo said, “we weren’t prepared as a team during our first two matches against Lähainaluna, but after that the team did very well.” Andrew Kunitomo also said “that the only disappointment as a team was that we lost the playoffs against Seabury” when they “should have beat them.” The boys finished the season with eight wins and two losses. In girls golf, the wahine Warriors made up of four players—freshman Alyssa McAlinden, sophomore Shannon Abarra, junior Kaydee Park and junior Arielle Andrade team finished their season at five wins and seven losses. . Park said, “We tried our best.” Abarra said, “We did well. Our team took third this year. We could have done better but overall it was good.”
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Name: Kaÿio Tubera
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Sport: Water Polo Cap Number: 9 Position: Wing/Point Height: 5’5” Age and Grade: 17, junior Workout: “Swimming, drills, Mr. O’Brien’s workouts.” Hobbies: “Hanging out with friends, swimming, Facebook” Something others (KSM students) do not know about her: “I’m crazy.” Other Sports: Swimming What she adds to the team: “I’ve been playing water polo for three years, so I know the league and the rules, and I can help out the new girls just joining the sport.” Challenges the team has faced so far this year: “There were only three teams in the league this year so that meant only one team could go to states.” How she has conquered “the hurdles”: “Coming to practice every day, staying close with the team, and always leaving with a positive attitude.” How long she has played: “3 years.”
Sport: Volleyball Jersey Number: 5 Position: Libero Height: 5’9’’ Age and grade: 18, senior Workout: “I play open gym, go early to practice to work on my skills, and practice hard.” Hobbies: “Spending time with family and friends.” Something others (KSM students) do not know about him: “I have four sisters, and I'm the middle child.” Other Sports: Football and Soccer What he adds to the team: “I add my experience and skills, and I also set a good example during practice by having a positive attitude and practicing hard.” Challenges the team has faced so far this year: “This year we had a young team, and we had some injuries and some problems that we had to deal with early in the season.” How he has conquered “the hurdles”: “Learning from my teammates, learning from my mistakes, and practicing hard to get better. Also by listening to the coaches, and learning to play as a team with the people we had.”
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Boys volleyball struggles with adversity Many of the players out for different reasons; say hard to find flow By ERIN VENTURA, staff writer
The constant obstacles that have plagued the boys volleyball season, left the players hoping for a miracle. Due to multiple different reasons, the Warriors never got the start that they wanted. With a late start due to losing some multi-sport athletes who attended the basketball state championship tournament at the start of the season, the Warriors had a hard time finding a rhythm and cohesiveness. The boys volleyball coaches were bombarded by players’ lack of availability for reasons from leaving on trips during spring break to being put on academic probation. At the end of spring break, the Warriors went to Oÿahu for the ÿIolani Tournament where they only won their first game against a mainland team. “The boys put all they had into that one game, but we just couldn’t hold on,” said Coach Robert Brede. “They had no conditioning whatsoever.” The team’s morale affected the
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team’s success. “If we had conditioning and momentum to push us through all of our games, we could have done so much better,” said Brede. This year was looked at as a year to get the young players experience. Because there is no JV program, the new players have to learn and make adjustments quickly. “This year reminded me of my first year here when we had just a JV program. The boys needed to learn to mature quickly into the game, “said Brede. “In order for us to be successful in the future, the boys will need to play club and train hard in the off-season.” Although they missed out on a state berth for the first time in school records, they learned to overcome adversity. As the season progressed they somehow found away to pull it all together. In the final game of their second round, the Warriors dealt the undefeated Bears their first loss of the season. “This gave us hope that we still had a fighting chance to make it to the state championship tournament. If there was one team we wanted to beat this season, it was Baldwin,” said senior middle blocker Terani Richmond. The Warriors needed to win all of the final games in their third round of the season. Last week in their final game against Baldwin the Warriors were un-
Hawai‘i UFC: Not Likely By JARRIN ARAKAKI, Staff Writer
The UFC were going to put on their first show in Hawaii for the past two years. Now, Dana White, UFC President, has announced on December 13, 2009, that the UFC was going to be at Aloha Stadium during this summer. But how can this be true when all of the UFC cards during the summer are booked at other places? Is this just another rumor or are we going to finally see the biggest Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) organization in the world put on a show in Hawaiÿi? During UFC 107’s post-fight press conference, Dana White said that the UFC will be holding a card in the summer of 2010 at Boston’s TD Garden Arena and Hawaiÿi’s Aloha Stadium. He also said the first outdoor card in the history of the UFC would take place
at Aloha Stadium with BJ Penn as the main event. But, on April 10, 2010, the UFC held their outdoor event, not in Hawaiÿi, but in Abu Dhabi. I see no chance that the UFC is coming to Hawaiÿi anytime soon. Every time the UFC sets a month that they are coming to Hawai‘I, they always move it farther out. The rumors are just a tease. They should stop giving us false hopes until they know they are going to have a set date. The UFC gives us no reason why the dates are moving back. I wonder if
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Hinano DeLima prepares to return the ball in a game against the Baldwin Bears.
able to stay perfect go the third round without a loss. The boys volleyball team finishes the season at 6-5. “We are looking forward to next year; our team is so young and we have lots of room to improve,” said Brede. it’s Aloha Stadium’s fault or the UFC just getting cold feet and second guessing there decision of having another outdoor event? As of April 23, White said all but one of Hawai‘i’s arenas are too small of a venue, so the only place they would go to is the 50,000-seat Aloha Stadium. He said the tropical climate in Hawai‘i is a big problem and part of why the UFC is not coming to the Aloha state. I feel that the UFC needs to have at least one show in Hawaiÿi for all of the fans that have been waiting years for the UFC to come to Aloha Stadium. I know if the UFC put some Hawaiÿi guys on the card like BJ Penn, Kendall Grove, Chris Leben, and Brad Tavares, will easily fill 48,000 seats. For an MMA fan, like me, the UFC is like the Super Bowl and World Series and I can guarantee this would be one of the biggest events in Hawai‘i’s and the UFC’s history if they give us a chance.
Ka Leo o Nä Koa—Editorials
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Ka Leo o Nä Koa turns 5 By KYE HAINA, journalism adviser A lot has happened in the world of KSM student journalism over the past five years. 2005 English teacher Kelly Dukelow began Ka Leo o Nä Koa as an in-class paper in the spring of 2005. In the fall of 2005, I took the newspaper one step further by putting it into circulation. On October 7, 2005, the first general release newspaper was passed out. Our lead story? A fundraiser to help the victims of Hurricane Katrina. The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals had just found in favor of John Doe in his case v. Kamehameha Schools. It was the year of our first graduating class, and one of the stories we covered was the decision to wear dress whites and shoes for graduation. Ka Leo o Nä Koa chronicled the highs and lows of a fledgling campus in our first year of publication. The newspaper was printed in blue ink then, and a standard paper was only 8 pages. Regular features like Class News and Warriors to Watch had yet to be conceived. We didn’t win a single award that year. Since then, I’ve seen young journalists come and go—some eager, some not so much. Some, like Tiffany Aquinde (’06) and Ashley Shaffer (’09), went on to pursue careers in the media industry. Aquinde graduates from George Fox University with a Bachelor of Arts in graphic design this summer. Shaffer is studying at the University of Oregon and applying to the Oregon Daily Emerald, the campus newspaper. As a staff, we’ve grown. Since our first year, we have won district and state awards each year. Our issues regularly run 28 and 32 pages, and the daring blue ink experiment is long gone. But, some things never change. Five years ago, stories about freshmen getting the latest laptops, laptop care, athletics, the senior art show, Founder’s Day, Hoÿolauleÿa and Höÿike Nui were staples. Another constant has been the student staff that I have had a privilege to work with. I’ve met students who were willing to stay late, work weekends, interrupt off-island vacations to take news photos, contact primary sources on continents around the world and get interviews with comedian Frank Delima, Lieutenant Governor Duke Aiona, Maui County Mayor Charmaine Tavares and the Cleveland Browns defensive end Kaluka Maiava, all to bring you, our student readership, the best in student journalism. Over the past five years, I hope you have been informed, entertained and surprised by our content. I hope that we warmed your hearts, opened your eyes and made you think. I hope that our next five years will take you a step beyond those experiences as we breach the digital frontier. In the meantime, thank you to all who made the first five unforgettable. Have a great summer, and join us in the fall as we kick off the next five years as the voice of the Maui Warriors.
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