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Ka Leo O Nä Koa “The Voice of the Warriors”
What’s Inside...
Kamehameha Schools Maui Campus Email: kyhaina@ksbe.edu
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ÿAHA MELE 2007
‘Let Hills and Valleys Loud Our Song Prolong’ By CHASTINY MOLETA, news writer
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Freshman Banquet.…..A2
On April 27, 2007, the Kamehameha Schools’ Maui High School participated in their third annual More ÿAha Mele……...A3 ÿAha Mele or song festival in Kaÿulaheanuiokamoku Gym. Grades 9 through 12, along with faculty, staff, and family members filed into the gym to partake in this annual event. Hoÿolauleÿa………......A3
Girls Basketball……...C1 Dalai Lama A7 Senior Destinations A10 Sudoku B2 Senior Wills B5 Sports Year in Review C3
There might not be any competition between the students as on other campuses, but the music sung by the students is a result of their hard work, dedication, and determination. Song fest is the perfect time for the students of Kamehameha to showcase their artistic talents. Art
displays situated around the gym, chanters chanting in the native tongue, both kahiko and ‘auana dancers, and musicians singing and playing their instruments, together, formed the foundation to a two-hour evening of See FEST on PAGE A8
Kumu Kalei, Students Represent Hawaiÿi in D.C. By CHLOE WOO, staff photographer As people arrived, they were greeted with kukui nut leis representing that an evening of light or enlightenment; then, they got comfortable in their seats, and the program began. Held at the National Museum of the American Indian in Washington, D.C. on Thursday April 12. SEE D.C. on page A3 Photo courtesy of Huali Borges
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Freshman Get Down at Club 2010 By KAINOA LEE KAI’AOKAMALIE
Photos by Chloe Woo
The freshmen arrived early to get the best seats stage-side at the dining hall, which was transformed into ‘Club 2010’ by the freshman banquet committee earlier that day.
Ke'eaumokupäpa’iaheahe bustled with activity on April 14, 2007, as the freshman class of Kamehameha Schools celebrated their freshman banquet. Creatively themed “Club 2010,” beautiful decorations and enjoyable music helped set the mood of the event. People began arriving at around 5:30 and
sat according to the table of their choice. The campus food service team served light refreshments was including fruit surrounding a chocolate fountain provided by freshman Royal Afaga. Freshmen Kapono Gaspar Fujihara, Christian Lum, Terani Richmond, Kainalu Nitta, Dayton Pascual, Dane
Lum Ho, and Kekoa Kalehuawehe, made up the voices of the “freshman band, ” that could be heard throughout the night performing various popular numbers, followed by dance music provided by DJ’s Kaui Owan and Douglas Chong. Chaperone and 9th grade team teacher, Mrs. Harder started the evening off with a prayer. Soon after, Nagamine Photo Studios provided picture taking for anyone who chose to take pictures. The students also enjoyed their freshman slideshow created by the Nä Koa Media team. Krysten Ellis won the highly competitive scavenger hunt/ musical chairs game, taking home a $20 gift card for Jamba Juice. The night concluded with a two-hour long dance. Freshman attendee Chase Bell thought: “The food and entertainment were great. I also liked everyone’s beautiful outfits. I’m sure everyone had as much fun as I did!”
Junior Class ‘Making it Last Forever’ By KONA LEE, features writer The Juniors this year held the Kamehameha Schools Maui Junior Prom, a most spectacular event, at the Sheraton Maui hotel in Ka’anapali on March 7. This year’s prom theme was “Lets Make This Last Forever”, and, indeed most, people wished it did. The night started at 4:30 with check-in and picture taking. Then Pua Na’alakaupuiki and Stanley Nakamura announced Prom King and Queen of the night who were Kaiea Medeiros and Jade Beerman-Kapoi. “My only wish of the night was to make the prom longer so that I could just hang out with my friends and have a good time,” said Beerman-Kapoi, “and I would want to thank all of the people that voted for me.” Afterwards our own Nä Koa Media presented the prom slide show and music video. Highway 30 entertained guests during dinner “and the best part was the delicious Hawaiian food because it was an all-you-caneat buffet,” said attendee Kainoa Perryman. Finally, the night ended after a long period of dancing with popular music provided by DJ Styles.
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Joshua Matsuda is a lucky guy surrounded by seven beautiful junior women at the Junior Prom held at the Sheraton Maui hotel March 7.
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Aloha ÿOe, Mr. Tarazi, Capiche? BY BRYCE TANIGUCHI, news and features writer After four years of teaching at Kamehameha Schools, science teacher Jalal Tarazi is leaving for Bangkok, Thailand, next year because he enjoys traveling to areas with high tropical biodiversity. Mr. Tarazi is looking forward to moving there and starting over again. Many people travel for enjoyment, but for Mr. Tarazi traveling around the world and teaching is his life. “I like his class because he makes us do a lot of fun projects,” says junior Melvin Hipolito Mr. Tarazi enjoys being in the outdoors, so he teaches Environmental Science, Marine Biology, Aqua Science, and Agriculture. Many places on and off Thailand contain areas with high tropical biodiversity. Mr. Tarazi cares for the environment and respects the things that it has to offer. He does everything from hiking and planting to scuba diving. The students agree it’s unfortunate to lose an experienced teacher like Mr. Tarazi. “He is very nice, understanding and knows what he’s talking about,” says senior Zari Ventura “I will miss his weird words like ‘behemoth’ and ‘capiche’,” says senior Kawehi Kanae, and, “I enjoy his exciting style of teaching,” adds junior Micah Torricer. D.C. continued from A1 The program was designed to share who we are as native Hawaiians with an important audience of about 150 guests including senators, congressmen, and other important lawmakers. At the request of KSBE CEO Dee Jay Mailer, Kumu Kalei brought along seniors Huali Borges, Hulali Canha, and Kaliana Kanahele to represent the schools, other native Hawaiian organizations, and the Hawaiian people. Throughout the night, three main speakers shared their experiences and knowledge about the Hawaiian culture. Between each speech, the KSM students provided a visual manifestation of the culture. Senator Daniel Akaka was invited impromptu to open the evening with some brief remarks. He was followed with a speech by retired state court judge and trustee for the Queen Liliÿuokalani Trust, Thomas Kaÿulukukui, who introduced the oli. The silence was piercing, and then, the loud voice of a woman echoed in the museum. Kumu Kalei, started the visual part of the program with an oli, followed by Borges, Canha, and Kanahele dancing hula to “Ke Welina Mai Nei ke Kini o Lalo.” After another speaker, the students once again performed, this time, to the
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The new school that Mr. Tarazi is teaching at is the Thai-Chinese International School. The students at this school are required to speak English. One of the reasons Mr. Tarazi considered Thailand is because there is a university for his wife to attend in order to get her degree in Environmental Science. During the time Mr. Tarazi was here he created many memories. Some of the things that Mr. Tarazi will remember about Photo by Zari Graham-Ventura Kamehameha Maui are Mr. Tarazi in the field. teaching the current seniors from their 9th through 12th grades and coaching JV girl’s volleyball. Some of the qualities he will remember about the students are their friendliness, open personalities, and dedication to sports and Hawaiian culture. He sees them as potential leaders of the future.
Photos courtesy of Huali Borges
Kumu Kalei and KSM students had a chance to not only represent the Hawaiian culture, but also to spend time with (from l-r) Retired justice Thomas Kaÿulukukui, KS CEO Dee Jay Mailer, and KSBE Trustee J. Douglas Ing.
song “Hole Waimea.” Wrapping up the night was keynote speaker Senator Daniel Inouye. The evening was planned to bring cultural awareness to ‘the Hill.’ “The one big message that was portrayed at the event was that we have a lot of thought into what we do. We are not just a tourist attraction,” said Kumu Ka-
lei. The group left Maui after school on Monday, April 9, and stayed until Friday, April 13. Kumu Kalei said, “I enjoyed the event. It is cool to go back to D.C. I haven’t been there in a long time. And the program was really enjoyable. It’s nice to know that we have something like that for (sharing) our culture.”
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Hoÿolauleÿa Slam ’Dunk’ for All, Volunteers ‘All Wet’ for Cause By ASHLEY SHAFFER and staff Children and adults enjoyed the 3rd annual KSM Hoÿolauleÿa on Saturday, April 21, at the high school campus. There was much to do with lots of entertainment, food, merchandise vendors, silent auction, country store, book fair, and games. One of the games that many enjoyed was the “Dunk Tank,” where teachers and cheerleaders took their chances with getting soaked in the giant tank of water. Senior Ka’eo U’u says, “I wanted to soak Kumu Lökahi so bad! I couldn’t wait in line, and I didn’t have any tickets so I just ran up and pressed the button,” to which Kumu Lökahi could only respond, “Ka’eo is kolohe.” Photos courtesy of Mrs. Levii Mason New at this year’s Hoÿolauleÿa Above high school art students set up their class projects and manned the high school art gallery in the Arts and Comwere balloon animals, malasadas, munications Academy at the Hoÿolauleÿa on Saturday, April 21. The students demonstrated visual arts skills, and visitors were invited to be interactive and create their own unique artworks. and the keiki theatre called “Keaka Kamaliÿi” where Ms. Romero’s drama students persenior Michael Yannell. The drama students loved it formed a combination of skits, songs, and jokes. even more because during their practices they were Judging by the laughter of the audience, it was a able to improvise and add their own ideas into the comical show to watch. “I love to play my guitar, act, skits. and make people laugh; this was just the perfect way There were many booths at which event-goers to do what I love while making others enjoy it,” said could purchase merchandise such as Aliÿi Kula Lavender lotions, jams, and teas; homemade quilts, Hawaiian activist clothing, cotton candy Cool Progression, What Next? from the Fairy Dust booth, or even custom koBy EVAN STANT, features writer nane boards. Sophomore Michael Jenkins From performing live for Spirit Week to winning a state- worked at the konane board booth, “I enjoy my connection to the Hawaiian culture by doing wide competition, the local music group Cool Progression this,” he said. has come far. So what’s the latest on the group? In the Arts and Communications building, At the Brown Bags to Stardom competition on March 24, Cool Progression won $2,000. Group members agreed that attendees could stroll through the middle the money would be put towards sound equipment. Along school Art and Music Gallery or the high with the money, each group member also received free Mo- school Art Gallery while snacking on coffee drinks and baked goods from Café` Hoÿolauleÿa. torola phones and a one-year service contract from Mobi This was also where Mr.Paa and his Nā Koa Cellular. Finally, they were offered a recording session Media students were showing their digital prowith Roots and Rhythm Records on Oÿahu. They are still duction “The Best of 2006-2007” for whomever working out the details of making this a reality. wanted to sit and watch. Audiences enjoyed Group member Douglas Chong is currently working on the music videos, short films, public service editing the final few songs for their self-produced album that will be on sale in early June of this year. Some of the announcements, Hawaiian Word of the Day, and the highlight, a take-off on the popular new songs to look forward to are Lady I Love, Reggae Ismovie 300. land Music, and Problems. These will appear with old faEntertainment was emceed by local radio vorites like Save Them, and Beautiful Woman. personality and KS alumni Alakaÿi “The MornCool Progression recently provided some entertainment at ing Godess” Paleka, and music groups the schools’ annual Hoÿolauleÿa and will also be performing live at many graduation parties this summer.
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Where Does the Money Go? By ASHLEY SHAFFER and staff When you’re buying your tickets at the Hoÿolauleÿa, you’re probably just thinking about what types of cool things you can spend it on, but what about where the money goes? The money raised at Ho’olaulea goes into grants that are available to students and student groups on all three of the KSM campuses. Faculty and class advisers apply for the funds in the fall, at which time, the Hoÿolauleÿa proceeds are awarded based on various criteria and availability. These grants help to finance school programs and activities for elementary, middle, and high school students. Over the past two years, the Hoÿolauleÿa has provided funding support for diverse student needs including Girl Scouts and Cub Scouts, the spectacular annual fifth grade play, MS Lab Rats club, Launch Pad volleyball training, the MS Card Club, the Maui Youth Philharmonic Orchestra fee for an orchestra student, and fees for K-5 Maui Academy of Performing Arts school programs. The funds also support service learning projects such as the recent eight grade service learning project at Kanahä Pond, educational programs like the MS ÿIke Hawaiÿi series, and Ka Lei O Ka Lanakila, a campus outreach program that connects with an even larger Hawaiian community. In addition, sports teams, clubs, grades (seniors apply for help with Project Grad), and student government can be awarded the grants to help defray the costs of special projects and educational student travel. In the past, KSM students have traveled to Japan, Spain, and, this year, New York City where the orchestra students have been invited to play at Carnegie Hall. Many students have benefited from a wide variety of programs over the past two years, and with the event as successful as it has been, the money raised will continue to go to worthy student causes.
Continued from PREVIOUS PAGE Cool Progression, Natural Feelin’, and Off the Rock performed continuously throughout the morning. Later, Halau Nä Lei Kaumaka o Uka with featured middle school students under the direction of Kumu Napua Greig and the KSM high school Hawaiian ensemble provided music and dance, and the day ended with an energetic drum performance by Zenshin Daiko.
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Spongebob aka senior Jordan Jenkins does his stint for a good cause at the popular dunk tank.
Seniors Chelsie Momoa, DeAnna Basques, and Zack Fetalvero took advantage of the Informational Booth area to offer health information and services as the final stage in completing their senior project requirements. Other participants in the Informational Booth area included: KS Distance Learning, KS Alumni Maui Region, KS Alumni and Parent Relations, and OHA / Kau Inoa Registration. Parent/Community and Event Coordinator Lokelani Patrick said that many student groups came together to assist in a wide variety of ways including parking and traffic, food service and preparation, vendor assistance, and manning the first aid/lost keiki booth. She also stated that logistical changes contributed to an improved layout of the event this year.
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Ho’olauleÿa’s Delicious Food By ASHLEY SHAFFER and LOKELANI PATRICK A lot goes on behind the scenes at the Ho’olaule’a to bring you the many delicious food choices to choose from, from malaasadas to pizza, to a full Hawaiian plate that would satisfy any hunger. Headmaster DeLima was even spotted hawking hot dogs, hamburgers, chili, and chili dogs, all for a good cause. For later, there was a wide array of cookies, cakes, and baked goods — including an exotic chocolate ganache-dipped cheesecake for sale. Hoÿolauleÿa attendee senior Timothy Yamada says, “I thought the food was really good, especially the deserts. I love malasadas!” Another one of the food booths was the Class of 2012 pizza booth. Sophomore Malia Santos, who was volunteering at the booth, said, “It was a mad rush the entire time! I think it was the most popular food in the cafeteria because I was running around the entire time trying to sell this pizza!” Kumu Kanani, who worked as a food delivery person said, “I had fun delivering food because I got to see all the parents working together and giving a little back to their children’s school. Luckily, in the end, all that rush was put to good use and enjoyed by all. Tanya Lopes, KSM parent, filled the position of Ho’olaule’a Food Chair and worked with Food Services Manager, Reyn Tateyama and his staff, to plan, prepare, and deliver the food offered at this year’s Hoÿolauleÿa. In addition, parents were aÿsked to donate baking ingredients and paper goods, and work a bake day and two food prep days prior to the day of the event. An enormous amount of manpower is needed to produce all of the goods and services offered at Hoÿolauleÿa. Lopes was one of 30 parent volunteers who filled Ho’olaule’a chairperson roles.
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Babies on Campus By CHASTINY MOLETA, news writer Beware! Kamehameha Maui babies are taking over the campus because, this year, Mrs. Molina’s has incorporated robotic baby mannequins into the sophomore health class curriculum. Each baby, costing $300- $350, is aimed at educating the students about the consequences of engaging in sexual experiences at a young age. “At first I was real excited; then, after just several hours with my baby, I was over it!” explains sophomore Evan Garces. Programmed to cry sporadically throughout the day, each baby comes with five separate keys that are essential for caring for their needs. The students were partnered together and assigned one baby for a 48-hour period. The students were instructed to be with their babies at all times, meaning throughout the school day, during homework time, and even when on outings with friends. “I had my baby right next to me while I was working out in the school’s weight
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room. It was hard when I had to drop the weights to tend to my baby,” says sophomore Jordan Pu’u-Robinson. Students were also responsible for arranging for child care if they had to go somewhere that their babies weren’t allowed. The newborn-size doll represents an actual size baby of a teen mother weighing in at about 6 pounds and measuring about 20 inches long. Each baby is set to resemble the same behaviors of a real infant. Crying because it needs feeding or a diaper change, these babies demand the students’ attention and care at all hours Photos by Brittany McGuire of the day. Sophomore Malia Santos wonders what to do next with the There are three difReady-Or-Not-Tot that she is parenting as part of the Health ferent programs for class curriculum. Below left, top to bottom: Pono Hue Sing the babies. One is gets to do his schoolwork while Kea Peterson tries to figure out the drug or alcoholhow he can eat his morning snack with his hands already full of baby, and although Jalissa Kong-Chee is proud to show off enhanced program. This realistic baby is her bundle of joy, her temporary “husband” Jordan Camara doesn’t look so sure. difficult to care for and tends to cry more often than the others and with more of an irriConsumer Sciences Catalog from table sound. Some babies have necks that need to be supported at NASCO, which offers the Ready or all times. There are also four differ- Not Tot mannequins for sale to educators, “This program takes the ent ethnicities and the two differglamour out of teen parenthood ent genders to choose from. Howand shows the unfortunate reality ever, no matter what baby you have, Mrs. Molina is able to moni- of the real world. “ Not only was it a learning experitor the student’s overall care of ence and a chore for the students, the baby with a control box but also for the students’ parents. that lights up when the baby is They, too, were forced to play aneither tampered with or other role, the role of grandparabused. ents. “I’m glad the students had With thirty-four percent of this opportunity. It enlightened my American young women beentire family on the difficulties and coming pregnant at least once challenges of teen pregnancies,” before they reach the age of 20, this type of project is beneficial said parent Tanya Moleta. The stuto not only the students but to dents were permitted to ask their the rest of the country. Accord- parents to watch their baby, and if they were lucky, they would be ing to the 2002 Family and Continued on NEXT PAGE
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His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama: A Journal
Planning for the Future By SYDNEY MEYER, news/features With the school year ending the next step for our seniors is college, and now, the juniors will be stepping into the fast-approaching responsibility of finding a college. A great way to help this process along is by using resources that can be found on our own campus. The Counseling Center located between Keÿeaumokupapaiaheahe and the Charles Reed Bishop learning center is a great way to find information and get advice from counselors. While counselors such as Mr. Akeo, Mrs. Correa, Mrs. Mataÿele, and Mr. Delatori are a useful guide in talking about your future at college, hundreds of helpful college books can also be seen displayed around the room. The counseling center also houses files full of brochures and catalogs for most of the major colleges in the nation, and information about preparing for and taking the SAT. If they don’t have what you need, you can use one of their computers to research and/or apply to colleges; register for the SAT; or apply for scholarships, grants, and other financial aid. This seemingly endless supply of helpful information is free for the asking, just stop by any time. So, when you juniors (next year’s seniors) go looking for information on college or need to talk to someone about your decisions about college remember that the Counseling Center is there for you.
By MICHAEL YANNELL, lifestyle “During all these years, my most reliable friend is my compassion” – the 14th Dalai Lama. The Dalai Lama is the spiritual and political leader of Tibet, a small Asian country that was overthrown by China in 1959. The Dalai Lama was forced to retreat to India in 1959, and has since never returned to Tibet. He is believed to be the reincarnation of the Buddha of Compassion, but most often refers to himself as a simple monk. When I began writing this article it was with the intent of remaining objective, yet I believe that I must tell my personal story to give the impact that I really want to give. It is impossible for me to tell the entire story, but hopefully this abbreviated form will be affective enough. I have been raised to be very tolerant of every world religion and naturally jumped at the first chance I got to see the Dalai Lama in person, even if it meant missing school in the Fourth Quarter of my Senior year. The Dalai Lama scheduled to give two public talks, one titled The Human Approach to World Peace on April 24, 2007, the other was to be a talk of Buddhism, given on April 25, 2007. I fell ill on Monday the 23rd and was afraid I would be too sick to watch the talks, or too incoherent to understand them. But as I arrived on Tuesday to War Memorial Stadium with an estimated 10,000 people I quickly was shocked into a level of awareness that since, has not returned. The talk began with ceremonies that included Hawaiian Chant, Hula, and the recitation of works of literature written by two High School Students from Maui. Then the Dalai Lama began to speak of love, compassion, and peace. He shared his thoughts that compassion and love for other human
beings is the basis of happiness and this will bring world peace. “We are all the same humans that enjoy this planet” he said. ”Consider others as yourself and have central concern about others, this will help solve disagreements and differences.” I listened very closely as he explained about love and compassion towards others and I must admit I had what seemed like an epiphany. I realized that by extending my compassion towards all beings, I will become happier and at that moment I decided to make a change in myself, even if it is a slow one. Day two was about Buddhism and several Buddhist principles. The foremost mentioned in the talk was something known as the Eight Verses for Training the Mind, which is a guide of forgiveness and compassion. These are not necessarily Buddhist principles though; they can be applied to any faith and will not conflict with other religious beliefs. Even though the talks were wonderful, a thing that I will never forget occurred on Wednesday. I went to buy some prayer beads (like those featured in the film Bruce Almighty) that I thought were $12. As I handed the vendor (a short woman from Tibet) a twenty, I quickly realized that the beads actually cost $21. As I reached into my pocket to grab more money the woman held out her hand and refused to take any more. I insisted “No, really. I have more money” but she just smiled. Then she spoke with a slight Tibetan accent “We are all dependent on each other as people; as native people”. In those few words I understood her true meaning and her good intentions. She was saying that she is helping me because we need to help each other as human beings and as native peoples, By giving me her slight gift, I am forever in debt to her and to all mankind for showing me kindness. I will return the gift to others and spread good intentions along with compassion through as many lives as I can. THANK YOU!
Continued from PREVIOUS PAGE able to have a break and drop their babies off with the grandparents. “I had a 45-minute time limit that I would baby-sit, because I really wanted my daughter to get the full effect of an unwanted and unplanned pregnancy. If only every school had this type of project,” continued Moleta. “It was more then just a grade for me it opened my eyes and really showed me how much work it is to be a parent, especially at this age” says Garces. The entire project was worth 100 points with elements such as the care and safety of the baby being a part of the final grade. “It was an experience I’ll never forget and also a project I’m fortunate enough to have been able to be a part of,” concludes Garces.
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FEST Continued from PAGE A1 Hawaiian entertainment that is hard to forget and a pleasure to be a part of. The theme of this year’s song festival, Ka Pae ÿAina o Hawaiÿi or The Islands of Hawaiÿi, was depicted through a number of songs, hula, and speeches celebrating the beauty of the eight main Hawaiian Islands. For months the students took time out of their already-busy class schedules to practice and learn the songs that would be apart of `Aha Mele 2007. Teachers and other faculty members also took a great amount of time out of their daily routines to prepare the students for this anticipated evening. The night was the product of a cohesive effort from people both in front of and behind the scenes. “This is a beautiful event that really shows how much work and time we put into perpetuating our Hawaiian traditions” said junior Josh Matsuda referring to the number of
hours spent perfecting `Aha Mele. Over 1,000 people attended, including Dr. Rodney Chamberlain, former Maui campus headmaster; KS CEO Dee Jay Mailer; and new KSBE trustee Corbett Kalama, who also was treated to a small, welcoming reception earlier in the day. Although tied together by a common theme, the night’s offerings were varied. The Nä Mele Choir sang Ku’u Pua i Paoakalani and the high school orchestra played many songs adding to the celebration of music. The Hula II and advanced hula classes, under the direction of Kumu Kalei ÿAÿarona-Lorenzo, performed several captivating numbers. Hula soloist and sophomore Keely Rivera said of her hula ‘auana. “I felt so honored to be a solo dancer. It was a moment I will always remember.” The night continued with the freshman class’ rendition of Aloha ‘ia nö o Maui. The sophomores followed with Lei Köÿele, and the juniors continued singing Moloka’i Nui
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Rehearsal photo by Brittany McGuire/ Performance photos by Kye Haina
a Hina. The seniors concluded with Höÿola Lähui Hawaiÿi. Other songs, Ka Naÿi Aupuni and Hawaiÿi Aloha, were sung by the entire student body. From the blowing of the conch at the beginning to concluding with the entire gym filled with student and audience voices sing the Kamehameha Schools’ alma mater ÿAha Mele 2007 once again united the Kamehameha ohana under one roof and continued the ancient Hawaiian traditions of song and dance. “I can’t wait for Song Fest 2008,” enthused Matsuda, echoing the sentiments of many.
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007 Destination: Graduation
Dorm room tips for `07 grads By EVAN STANT, features writer
by NA’I KANA, news writer Graduation is right around the corner and we have yet a lot more to get done. Our last week together will, hopefully, be the best and will soon bring the campus presence of the Class of 2007 to an end. On Monday, May 21, the senior class will be the focus of the final What’s Up, Warriors broadcast. The broadcast will include two music videos featuring seniors, an update on Aunty Melani, and a 300 movie sequel. On Wednesday, May 23, the Senior Council will be staging the Senior Bash in the Kaÿulaheanuiokamoku Gymnasium. It will be a time to spend a few hours together as a class, signing yearbooks, memory books, and watching our only slideshow of the year. On Thursday, May 24, we will be representing Maui Nui a Kama on the island of Oÿahu for the traditional Mauna ÿAla trip. It will be a time to gather with our sister campuses and thank Ke Aliÿi Pauahi for all that she has done for her Hawaiian people. On Friday, May 25, Kahu Wong will be leading the Baccalaureate, our last chapel here on campus. The Headmaster’s Tea will soon follow with a speech from Mrs. DeLima and some ÿono food. Finally, on May 26 we will be Graduating and “walking the line.” I am proud to say that I am graduating here with the Kamehameha Schools Maui, Class of 2007.
Last of the “80”; Out Of the Frying Pan… By Kalei Nauka, news writer
The school year is nearing the final stretch. Students have the summer to look forward to. Free time and fun is
We finally made it seniors, now we move on to… more school. Here are some dorm room tips if you plan on living in the dorms at a college off-island. The one thing to remember seniors: no mom or dad to do laundry, supply meals, or give you money. Everything is on YOU. There are must have’s when making the transition from home to a dorm room. Some of these things include mini refrigerators for your own personal beverages, toaster/microwave oven to make quick meals, and an awkward but understandable necessity, bean bag chairs. Bean bag chairs can be useful if your friends decide to come over and you don’t want them on your bed; then a bean bag chair is a comfortable and inexpensive alternative. Also remember that you must budget money, which often means getting a job. You will need money for food, books, and transportation. It is a good idea to buy food that are easy to prepare like breakfast sandwiches and Hot Pockets. Asking parents to send care packages with dry foods like arare, dried aku or ahi, and li hing snacks can give you a little taste of home and can also be shared with other Hawaiians away from home or stored for a long period of time Using milk crates and baskets can take up some space, but these will help keep your books and folders organized and easy to find. Setting things in the same spot, like putting your wallet and keys in the same place every day, will also keep things organized
all that is on their minds. Well, except for the senior class of 2007. College is right around the corner, and the seniors will go from the top of the food chain back to the bottom as college freshmen. “I always waited for school to be over, but it looks like I have a few more years ahead of me,” says senior Huali Borges. Borges has been going to Kamehameha Maui since the second grade, “After 11 years in Kamehameha Schools, I can’t wait to get out of
here…but I will always miss this place. “ Borges is one out of the 80 students who were in Kamehameha Schools Maui since its inception, lovingly referred to as the “Original 80” . Fellow senior and “original” student, Kaui Owan, says that he, “…will miss (his) friends most of all”. He says his fondest memory of his early years at KS was getting caught cheating in Mrs. Pollock’s second grade class. Minus those who have already graduated and those who no longer attend Kamehameha Schools, there are 12 “originals” left. All of whom are graduating this year.
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Ka Leo o Nä Koa Saying ‘Good-bye’ to the Class of 2007...
...Saying “Hello” to the Class of 2006
Seniors Concentrate on Pacific, Western Colleges* (mostly)
Away From Home; On Their Own
Hawaiÿi Amanda Green Amber Corpuz Anuhea Aquino Arnold Alexander Bo Bartolome Chelsie Mamoa Chloe Afaga Corbin Rivera David Brito David Tavares Ethan Harders Evan Stant Evan Takita Hiilani Decambra Kahuhu Jana Perry Jay Komoda Jon Ako Jeremy Okamura Jessica Ogawa Kaeo U’u Kaha’i Johnson Kaipo Davis Kaleb Jardine Kalei Takakura-Defrancia Kamahele Chow Kameron Castillon Kehulali Alana Kele Sipman Kelly Silva Kenneth Davis Keoni Gines Kepano Lono Ki’i Pundyke Kira Cairme Kristen Enriquez Kulia McGurn Kyle Watanabe Lea Keomaka Lily Kihune Maile Hanson Makana Newman Manalani English Na’ilima Kana Nadia Williams Nani Bargamento Rachel Koike Risa Yarborough Sasha Cockett Shanna Salbedo Star Kemfort Stephanie Rabago Tehani Aina
Timothy Yamada Tori Canha Tracee Kanae Yukiko Okuda Zari Graham Ventura
New York Kanaan Amoncio
Montana David Jakubczak Jake Bernardino
Colorado Adam Alirez Blake Cockett Jordan Jenkins Kevin Dudoit Leslie Asato Megan Takakura Raybrena Ordonez Tamar Perkins
Washington Nicole Smith Tristen Freitas Zachary Fetalvero
Oregon Brittney Davis Cassidy Ventura Chandie Takase Douglas Chong III Kahiapo Kauhaahaa Kaui Owan Keahi Raikes Kelly Smith Malia Purdy Travis Wong Trevor Pechin
Nevada Jeffery Kihune Lauran Kanae Micah Spencer
Wyoming Flint Nakamura Joseph Ham
Utah Bryson Vaivai Marissa Lee Rachel Kanahele
Florida Kalei Nauka
California Briana Fujimoto Cassye Friel Deanna Basques Huali Borges Jacob Shaffer Joshua Aquinde Joshua Saribay Kacie Yarborough Kainalu Severson Keaton Tam Nicholas Yamshita Leilani Oshiro Michael Kim Michael Yannell Paea Keawekane Pomai Ibarra Sayble Bisen Stacy Akana
Connecticut Kalani Rosell
Alaska Shameus Ostermiller
Undecided/ Unknown Aaron Guerrero Alyssa Manuel Amanda Ribao Ashley Rosa Brenden Burk Cassidy Ventura Christy Marfil Clivan Cremer Jayme Valle Jeffery Kihune Joshua Pu’u Kela Lau Hee Kerry Wong Lance Rabago Leighton Hao Mahealani Cavaco Margaret Bullard Mitchell Navarro Richard Hussey Shauna Podlewski Shiloh Cabatingan
*List of states where students have projected that they will be attending college.
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By BRANDON RODRIGUES, news writer Seniors of the graduating class of 2006 have been off to college and on their own for nearly a year now. After their years in high school and all of the graduation parties, they went to seek more Ka Leo file photo knowledge in a place far Our intrepid reporter caught up to off, a place that we call three of our 2006 alumni, including Walter Kahaÿialiÿi, pictured above “college.” I know that some of you wonder how in his infamous role as the “teacher hunter.” they are doing, so I caught up to Aaron Lopes and Brenna Tavares to see what they’re up to. “Life in college is hard but super fun at the same time. It’s just a real different experience.” former student Aaron Lopes stated. He is now attending Santa Clara University. “It’s really different, and it was really different in the beginning. It was like me starting high school all over again. I was away from home and my mom wasn’t there to help me and support me. I had to make new friends and get used to everything. Other, then the beginning it’s going really good for me now.” Another graduate, Brenna Tavares, is currently attending the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. She is a student who lives on campus, and she says that the best things about college are the cool people that are there and the good parties. But, she said that the best thing about going to college is furthering her education. She has noticed that there are a lot of nice people who attend UNLV, and it is easy to make friends. The challenges that she faces are that she is a long way from home, and it’s hard because she doesn’t have her family there beside her. Due to that, she is very thankful that Kamehameha Schools taught her about discipline and timeliness. Last, but not least, I had a chance to catch up with our very own Walter Kahaÿialiÿi. He is one of our students who went on to play Division 1 college football for Brigham Young University in Utah. He says that the hardest things for him in college is getting over the homesickness and balancing out sports with school work, but other than that “it’s all good.” He comes home every chance he can get, and he says that the trips never get old; no matter what, there’s no place is like home. These students are doing well in college, and one thing that they share in common is that they miss their families and homes. They are furthering their education and working hard just as they did when they attended this school. Some words of advice from them, “Do your best to get a good education and go to college. You’ll all love it, and its good for you.”
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LIFESTYLES It was “Da Bomb” By KACIE YARBOROUGH, lifestyle writer
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vented was called ____. (Hint: 3 letters) R.L. Stine created this popular thriller book series. What was in the first lunchable pack?
Simba’s dad’s name?
The viral video of the Doug Funny’s best friend’s name? large man dancing to a foreign love song, was called Who’s famous quote is “Did I do _____________ that?” And from what tv series? • The best putty ever in-
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By ILEILI TAHAURI, lifestyles
Part of growing up always includes different trends and fads. We all know that we’ve been into a wide variety of things, but we probably wouldn’t know the kinds of things the adults on campus were into when they were little. Surprisingly, a lot of the things on their lists were still the “in thing” when we were young. (Thanks to Mrs. Dean and the other adults for sharing their memories.) GAMES & TOYS: Milk covers or “pogs” Marbles Chase master Pac-man Steal base Cabbage Patch dolls Roller skates Dodge ball Mr. Potato head Monopoly Clue FASHION TRENDS: Scented colored bracelets The “Madonna look” Michael Jackson Thriller jackets Mullets for guys “feathered” hair for girls Barrel bangs Capri pants
CELEBRITIES: Cindy Lauper Michael Jackson New Kids on the Block Vanilla Ice & Milli Vanilli Elvis Presley Diana Ross & the Supremes Smokey Robinson Elizabeth Taylor Bill Cosby Marilyn Monroe Maxi Priest Bob Marley (timeless reggae music) FOOD & CANDIES: Now & Later candies (really hard Starbursts) White Rabbit Orange Creamsicles Mango with shoyu & vinegar Spaghetti Cherry tomatoes Deli pickles Ice cream Twinkies
HANG-OUT SPOTS: Ka’ohu store in Wailuku Ching’s pond Wailua Muliwai T.K. supermarket Takamiya DANCE MOVES: Monkey Mashed Potato Twist Hustle Robot (funk) Swim (don’t forget to submerge) The Travolta finger point (up, then down, up, then down) TV SHOWS: Brady Bunch Gilligan’s Island Leave it to Beaver Checkers and Pogo Ed Sullivan Show Shirley Temple Little Rascals Speed Racer Kikaida
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Answers to ‘Da Bomb’
COMIC By JOSH SARIBAY, graphics
• Tamagotchi, GigaPet, Nano • Teenage Mutant Ninja • POG • Bumbuchas • Thank Goodness It’s Friday • Clarissa • Topanga • Carmen Sandiego • Skeeter Valentine (extra point if you got his last name) • Erkel; Family Matters • Scary, Ginger, Posh, Sporty, Baby • ‘N Sync • Pokemon • Beanie Babies • Green, red, blue, pink, yellow, black; Jason; Kimberly • Mufasa • Numa Numa
What They Had To Say
“Checking out ‘dem hottehs” I like to spend my free time… By KACIE YARBOROUGH lifestyle writer School is almost out, and summer is right around the corner. With oodles of free time, much can be accomplished. Don’t be a couch potato the whole summer. Get creative and get active. Do something you really enjoy. How do you like to spend your free time?
“Kicking it with the homefrys!” Joshua Masuda, grade 11 “Checking out dem hottehs.” Brandy Gomes, grade 11 “Making money.” Doug Chong, grade 12 “Don’t tell my mom but, MYSPACE!” Rachel Koike, grade 12
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“At the beach, brah.” Samantha Beerman, grade 10
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2007’s Must See Summer Movie List By MICHAEL YANNELL, lifestyles editor The blockbuster season is on its way! With so many films to be seen in such a short amount of time, deciding which ones to see on the big screen and which ones you should wait to see until they come out on DVD can be difficult. Hopefully this will help you learn a little more about the most anticipated films of this summer.My top three are…
Spider-Man 3: This is the third, and last(?) Spider-man film. In this one, Peter Parker tries to balance his devotion to M.J. along with being Spider-Man. He is also torn when his suit changes to black, which makes him more powerful but also brings his dark side to the surface. It looks GOOD!!!
Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End: In this one, a very controversial crew must sail to the world’s end to save Captain Jack Sparrow. With the last movie leaving off on such a cliff hanger, this one has got to make an impact!
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix: This is the fifth installment of the Harry Potter epic. In this movie Harry and Hogwarts Headmaster Dumbledore try to warn people about the return of Voldemort but to no avail. With many new characters and an ending that will leave you asking ‘WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?’ this is my number one. Now that you know my top three, here’s the entire list.
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May 4th Spider-Man 3 May 18th Shrek the Third May 25th Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End June 8th Ocean’s Thirteen • June 22nd Evan Almighty • June 29th Ratatouille • July 4th Transformers • July 13th Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix • July 27th The Simpson’s Movie
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Horoscopes are provided for entertainment purposes only! For the true answers to life’s questions, consult your bible or pastor..
HOROSCOPES By LINDA C. BLACK, Tribune Media Services Today's Birthday (05-04-07). You're good at managing money. This year, it's somebody else's. To make sure you get your fair share for services rendered, also learn about contracts. To get the advantage, check the day's rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging. Aries (March 21-April 19) 7 _ Only involve the people who can help fix what's broken. There's no need to alarm the people who just get the way.
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Taurus (April 20-May 20) Today is an 8 _ Count your money now, and you'll discover an added bonus. There should be enough to get a special treat. The more you find, the bigger the treat. Gemini (May 21-June 21) Today is a 6 _ Your best move now is to get someone else to take over the tricky parts. A person with different expertise finds your "impossible" task easy.
Cancer (June 22-July 22) Today is an 8 _ Keep cranking, you're doing fine, making the most of what you have. Clean up the mess, finish on time and collect your reward. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) Today is a 6 _ Continue to be cautious, in public anyway. In private, you can say what you want, but do watch out for reporters. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Today is a 6 _ Conditions are good for cleaning house. Get rid of all the gunk, no matter where it lurks. You'll feel so refreshed when you're done. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) Today is a 6 _ This is one of those days when everything that can go wrong will. It's one mess after another. Hang in there, all ends well. Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) Today is a 9 _ There's lots of money coming in now, but be careful what you do with it. Don't gamble. Take your winnings and gracefully walk away.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) Today is a 7 _ You're still doing a lot of work and not making very much money. You're gaining confidence and status, though. That ought to count for something. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Today is a 5 _ Don't let somebody else's emergency become your problem. If it's your business, be extra careful to get your contract in writing. Get the money up front, too. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) Today is a 7 _ Count your winnings carefully, to avoid being cheated. Some of this money will be yours to spend, but some of it goes to others. Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) Today is an 8 _ Your big break could be happening, or be just around the corner. Don't be afraid; be confident, cheerful and creative. Knock `em dead. (c) 2007, Tribune Media Services Inc. Distributed by McClatchy-Tribune Information Services.
Rock Music Covered in Roots By AARON GUERRERO, columnist Most people don’t know that I play in a band. I guess that would be because we don’t play the typical music that a band plays in Hawai`i. We are a rock band and Hawai`i’’s residents’ ears are more partial to “roots” (reggae) and Jawaiian/ Hawaiian music. Since it’s like this, people will constantly call the police on us and we are having trouble expanding our fan base. What makes it worse, is that we can’t find a place to play shows because most places that allow rock bands (only two), allow only Christian rock music. What most people don’t know is that many of the forms of music have branched off from rock and there are many different types of rock music. Recently, even a hiphop group was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
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Playing rock music I get some people who tell me that it is horrible, someone even told me that rock music has no point, that it’s just noise with no purpose. Well, I’m not sure what to say to that,
but it tells you that Hawaiÿi is probably not the place to play it. If anything, I would say that if you compare a reggae song and a rock song will you notice many differences. One is that most roots song, let me emphasize “most”, not all, have the same beat through the whole song. I’m not saying this is a bad thing because it obviously appeals to many people, but rock has a lot of variety if you give it a chance. Some would say that the songs are too loud. True, but the bands that play really loud usually are covering up the fact that they are singing about evil things. Those are the bands that you should avoid. I enjoy all types of music, and I don’t usually have a major preference. My philosophy is to “play and let play, listen and let listen,” so please don’t bash rock music and, most importantly please don’t call the police on us; we already feel like a rock in a tangle of roots.
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Leaving It All Behind We, the students of the class of 2007, being of sound mind and body… By KACIE YARBOROUGH, lifestyle writer, graphics by KYLE WATANABE As the class of 2007 spend their last days in high school and prepare for graduation they will take many memories with them. But some things are better left behind. Here are the senior wills of the class of 2007. Will you be fortunate enough to be remembered? To Da Bestest Girls Basketball Team, I would like to leave behind my extremely cool sarcasm and “no reason” smile. Use it well guys and best of luck next year! Christy Marfil #50
shoes away to someone that likes to play baseball because I have been wearing the same baseball shoes since high school and they mean a lot to me. They brought me speed and good luck while playing in the outfield and I feel that if I give these shoes away, someone will get the speed and luck I have had with the shoes. Kameron Castillon
I have done an imu for the high school campus and have left To My Wrestlers knowledge to a freshman class. I I leave my record of placing 3rd at wanted to teach a freshman class states. To Malia Medeiros I leave because I wanted to go for the my motherly duties. To Hoku and youngest students in the high Stanley I leave my weird Daughter school so that I may instill somePuana`ala Ka`opuiki. To all of the thing the earliest as possible. underclassmen I leave you all the Knowledge is important to me so stress I had in high school and that’s what I wanted to give. more. Joseph Ham Kulia McGurn My name is Joshua Saribay and I would like to pass down my home and away Under Armour and my one- of-a- kind shoelaces, to our next top wide receiver for our Kamehameha Schools Maui football team next season. The reason why is because how you look is how you play and also it brought me good fortune and helped me to help my team. Joshua Saribay
I leave my words of advice, DON’T HOLD BACK! Live it up, it goes by fast. Keep your head up and never back down, it’ll only leave you thinking, what if? Procrastination will destroy you. Live, Love, Laugh with NO REGRETS and cherish every moment. Kristen Enriquez
My name is Kainalu Severson, and I would like to pass down my Under Armour arm bands to the place To the future senior class, I will kicker of the Kamehameha Schools leave my experiences that I have Maui Football team next year. I gained from my very own senior have worn these arm bands my year. The most important thing entire senior year and it has given that I leave behind is my experime good luck with kicking in every ence of Ho`ike Nui or Senior Profootball game. Since the arm ject. DO NOT procrastinate and bands have given me some good even though there is a lot of work luck, I feel that the luck should just have fun. continue with the football team Adam Alirez through the up and coming place kicker. Good luck 2007 KameI leave my lucky shirt to Ashley hameha Schools Maui Varsity Shaffer. It always did me good on Football Team tests, and I didn’t wash it once Kainalu Severson fourth quarter! It got so bad I started getting ringworm. HopeThe one thing I would like to leave fully it will do the same for you! back to the upcoming Senior Class Michael Yannell is a few words of advice. Don’t procrastinate. Build good relationI would like to give my baseball
ships with your teachers and counselors. Use your planner for time management. Make sure to start doing all college things A.S.A.P. Sincerely, Star Kemfort
because when I come back from college you better pick me up to go surf and party! Nic Yamashita I am leaving behind my Ho`ike Nui project to a special student who plans to pursue their passion in culinary arts where they may explore about various cultures, skills, values and knowledge in the culinary world. Kela Lau Hee
I leave behind the tradition of the “imu” hoping that the under classmen will continue the tradition for many years. Flint Nakamura Jr. I am leaving behind my spot on the water polo team for anyone willing to work their butts off and commit. I leave behind the advice of not Kelly Silva procrastinating on senior project because you’ll make yourself more stressed and it will be a lot harder I leave my status as the best prom queen ever to Jade Beerman. in school. The one thing to reMaile Hanson member is to always have fun. Chelsie Momoa I leave behind my enthusiasm for I, Jordan Jenkins, leave my Senior acting to the drama club and any Project video to Kaleo Demello so upcoming, inspiring actors and that he may get ideas on how to actresses who will be performing make his Senior Project video in all those OUTSTANDING future play productions. better than mine. Kanaan Amoncio Jordan Jenkins I am leaving behind “the pencil” that helped me throughout my high school career. May someone use my pencil for extraordinary purposes. Travis Wong
To Shelby and Leinaala I leave you my room while I’m away. But I’m taking my “Cars” sheets with me, so bring your own please. J. Feel free to decorate as you like. Kacie Yarborough I am leaving behind my locker that I never used to someone who could We, the ‘humpseshers’ (Kanaan, use it. Kamahele Chow Amber, Maile, Tehani, Tamar, Brittney, and Mahea) are leaving I leave my uncanny ability to make our hump of grass outside the dining hall (where we would hold our a frown turn upside down to the lunchtime talk story sessions) to class of 2010. Kele Sipman our class of ’09 friends, Billy ( Pono), Joey (Kamaki), and the Real Isaac Ho. I leave my parking spot to Izzy
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Softball girls inspire younger ‘sisters’
Student Bodyboarders
By SHILOH CABATINGAN, sports editor
By JORDON TAKAKURA-PUHA
The Maui Interschoolastic League surfing tournament was held on Saturday, April 28, 2007 at the famous “Ho’okipa”surf spot. Several high schools participated in this event. They were judged on the way they used the waves, their style, and the types of tricks performed. The top school was awarded an MIL championship and got to take home the trophy. Baldwin High School came in first place, with students placing in at least the top two in each division. From KSM, Blake Harrell, Mitchell Navaro, and Jordon Takakura-Puha entered in the bodyboarding division, and Keanu Kaaa, Nalu Nitta, Aukele Novikoff, and Kerry Wong entered the surfing division. Kaaa came in first in the longboarders division finals and Harrell came in Photo courtesy of Shiloh Cabatingan Starting from left, seniors, Briana Fujimoto, Manalani English, Shiloh Cabatingan, Raybrena fourth in the finals for the bodyboardOrdonez and Lauran Kanae, receive their lei after their last game of the ‘06—’07 season. ing division. Here are a few KS students who high school softball, and I’m glad I did. This year 5 seniors of KS Maui will bodyboard as a hobby: leave the softball field on which they’ve I don't have any regrets because I had cried, laughed and made memories. Each athlete has final goodbyes for their younger softball sisters: “For the girls representing Kamehameha schools softball team next year. REP IT! Next year is a whole different game so be ready to be the best. Work hard! Don't take it upon coaches to make you better, make yourselves better by working hard! Make it to states and play hard. I only wish for the best for the future of our softball,” says Manalani English. Raybrena Ordonez says “This experience is one that I will never forget and keep with me always. I am glad that I had a chance to be a part of such an amazing team.” Her advice that she would like to give to the underclassman is “GO WARRIORS! Give it your all. And upcoming seniors - "time will fly". Cherish all those moments you have with your teammates as well as the time you spend playing ball. Before you know it, the season will be over.” “This was my first year trying out for
so much fun getting to know all the softball girls. I'm going to miss spending time with them at practices, and going on our off island trips.” Are the last words from senior Briana Fujimoto “We have been through good times and a lot of bad times but we pulled through. I know that there was a lot and still some drama between some, but if I was ever really mean I just want to let you know that I am sorry. Well, I love you and I will miss you all,” said Lauran Kanae. So many memories, so many wonderful times and new friends to consider like family, I want to say ’thank you’ to all the coaches and the girls on the team. Although many said we couldn’t do it, you guys stood by my side fighting and we accomplished so much more then what we set out to be. I wish you all the best of luck, play with your minds, heart and especially your soul. I love each and every one of you; you all made an impact on my life.
Dylan Andrion – Freshman Favorite bodyboard: Ballistic Favorite surf spot: South Side Thoughts on best bodyboard: The foam kind Favorite trick: 360 Bodyboarding for:1 year Blake Harrell – Sophomore Favorite bodyboard: Ballistic Favorite surf spot: P-bay Thoughts on best bodyboard: Ballistic Favorite trick: rollo “Simple but effective” Bodyboarding for: 5 years Cole Peralto - Junior Favorite bodyboard: Morey Boogie Favorite surf spot: Kama’ole/Kanahä Thoughts on best bodyboard: a light and sturdy one Favorite trick: spray Bodyboarding: since 6th grade Mitchell Navaro - Senior Favorite bodyboard: Custom X Favorite surf spot: Honolua Bay Thoughts on best bodyboard: Custom x or Ballistic Favorite trick: JammMMMmMmMmmm Bodyboarding for: 4 years
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Tennis Season Closing
Name: Raybrena Ordonez Grade: 12 Sports: softball, water polo Extra Curricular: Scrub Club, Student Athletic Trainer Strengths: “Being myself” Why she plays: I enjoy being a part of a team, and it’s a fun way to exercise Proudest Moment: ALMOST beating Baldwin in softball. Score was 1-0. Challenges: Seriously hurt my arm during softball season – couldn’t travel to Molokaÿi Dream College: Chapman University Famous Relations?: I wish. NO WAIT! I know Tasha Kealoha!
Name: Kameron B. Castillion Grade: 12 Sports: Soccer and Baseball Extra Curricular Activities: Nä Mele, Sings in a band, Honor Choir Strengths: outfielding, pitching, and finding the ball quickly. Why he plays: It makes me feel good and it keeps me out of trouble. Proudest Sports Moments: When I pitched a 3 hitter against King Kekaulike and when I made 1st team all stars sophomore and jr. year Challenges: Graduating Dream College: Hawaii Pacific University Any Famous Relations?: I know MR. KYLE WATANABE
By KAUI OWAN, sports writer The tennis season opened with a loss against Lähainaluna High School. Kamehameha Maui has played in nine matches since them, and forged a record of two wins, and six losses and 1 tie, including wins against St. Anthony and Maui High. The team lost against Baldwin, Häna, King Kekaulike, Molokaÿi and Seabury. Tennis player Kamalu Kaina says, “The practices are not bad; sometimes it gets hard when we do things like lines and serving drills.” A junior, this is Kaina’s first try at MIL tennis, “As a first-year tennis player, I am training really hard to compete with all the returning athletes.” Although the Kamehameha Maui tennis team is new to the MIL league, this is only their second season, they managed two wins and a tie. Freshman Katie Perryman ended her season by qualifying for the HHSAA tennis finals to be held on Maui, 5/9-5/12.
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Junior Kellen Pacheco rains under the watchful eye of one of the tennis coaches.
The rest of the team is looking forward to the their last matches on the season, the Baldwin Spring Tournament to be held at Wells Park, May 2-5.
Warriors Baseball Suffers a Hard Loss by SHILOH CABATINGAN, sports editor WAILUKU — The Kamehameha Schools Warriors season is almost at an end. They failed to clinch the MIL title, with losing two games to St. Anthony in the tournament play-offs, which were held at Maehara Stadium on April 25 and April 26, 2007. “My main goal is to be able to communicate effectively with the boys so that I can tech them the knowledge of the game,: said head coach Brandon. Although the Warriors lost the chance to become MIL champs, they played a game on Tuesday for a chance to be
the second seed in the state tournament, which will be held May 9-12 on Oÿahu. Their record this season is 6 losses and 9 wins, without the outcome of the game on Tuesday. The loss against St. Anthony was tough. “We couldn’t hit, and e didn’t play as a team,” said senior Kamahele Chow. But they had to forget about the past and concentrate on defeating the Baldwin Bears. Many disappointed fans looked forward to the Tuesday game, feeling that the team played hard this season and deserve to play at states.
Girls Water Polo Team Winless...So Far... By BRYSON VAIVAI, sports writer Water Polo regular season is done, and it ended for the Warrior girls with a 0-6 win/ loss streak. Struggles have held the girls back. Starting with 21 girls on the roster, the team suffered as the girls started dropping out and not showing up when they found the sport to be a mismatch with their interests, until, at one game there were only 5 girls in the water (7 girls are needed to play). In only their second year of MIL competition, the girls had to prove themselves
against some of the best teams in the state, including long-established Oÿahu teams like Kapolei, Mililani, and Leilehua. Their 2007 Water Polo season ended with a final loss against Lähainaluna. Despite their losses, the girls are determined to turn heads next year. “After this season is finished, we will train harder and work on our basics,” says Junior Remy Chang. The results of this past Thursday’s tournament in Kïhei were unknown at the time this issue went to press. Photo by Mitchell Navarro
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Ka Leo o Nä Koa boy’s varsity football team tied undefeated Baldwin High. The Bears were trying for their 20th straight MIL victory, but the Warriors ended their WHITNEY SANTOS, sports writer streak with a 14-14 tie. Year of the pig? I disagree. With the The winter season started off well when the girls and boys soccer teams also advanced to the state tremendous success of this year’s athtournament. The Warriors girl’s soccer team did letic program, the year should be not receive an MIL title, but they received a state named after the Warriors. The year berth. When the lady Warriors returned from the started with the fall season, when the state tournament, Kela Lau Hee and Alyssa Souza Warriors boys and girls volleyball teams received first team all-star honors for the MIL. The favored Warriors boy’s soccer team did the advanced to the state championships. expected by finishing their season undefeated. The girl’s varsity volleyball team, coached by Coach Jayson Nakasone led his team to the state Kathy Beard, won the D1 MIL championship, which advanced them to the HHSAA state tourna- tournament, where they were expected to bring home a state title, but the Warriors lost to Punament. They entered the tournament ranked #4, where they lost two of their games to worthy com- hou, who eventually won the state title, in overtime, The Warriors Mitchell Navaro was named petitors, Moanalua and Kahuku. Upon returning the MIL player of the year. Five other Warrior from states, the Warriors’ Dreanne Shaw, junior, starters joined him on the first team, Kupono outside hitter, was named the MIL player of the Hong, Kody Ganiko, Cody Felipe, Josh Nitta, and year. Kainalu Severson. The boy’s varsity volleyball team went through Kamehameha Schools received its second MIL many ups and downs this season, but were still title of the winter season when the boy’s varsity able to pull through and place 2nd in the MIL. basketball team defeated the Baldwin Bears in They advanced to the state tournament where overtime. MIL coach of the year Lance Cagasan, they were looked upon as underdogs and not given a ranking. They surprised many when they led his team to a great MIL season, but when they went to states they lost all of their games. Forward won their first game to McKinley in three sets. They moved on to the next round where they lost 6’1” Junior Erwin DeCoite, was named the stMIL to second seed Roosevelt in three sets. The War- player of the year. He was joined on the 1 team by teammate senior forward Travis Wong. riors Kamuela Kalehuawehe-Valentine, also The Warriors wrestling team also had four MIL known as K.K.V., was named an all star for the champs, Keloni Kamalani 189 lbs., Hoku Kubota 2006 DI All-Tournament Team. 140 lbs, Kulia McGurn 155 lbs., and Stanley NaThe fall season ended with one of the biggest kamura 119lbs. Keloni Kamalani placed 4th in upsets in this year’s football season, when the 189 lbs. in the state tournament, and Hoku Ku-
Year of the Warrior
All Stars
Great Efforts result in Great Year for Kamehameha Sports By JOSHUA KONG, sports writer The 2006-2007 school year is coming to an end and so are the sports. After seeing eight out of ten sports (not including golf, girls basketball, water polo, tennis, judo, baseball and track whose seasons are ongoing) making the trip to state championships, you could say that Kamehameha Athletics have become one of the powerhouses in the Maui Interscholastic League. But within these outstanding teams, there have been numerous outstanding players identified by the coaching staffs of all MIL schools. These players are otherwise known as AllStars. After putting in sweat, tears, and numerous hours of hard work, these players have earned the All-Star title. Here are the All-Stars of the 2006-2007 School Year.*
Erwin Decoite Basketball MIL P.O.Yr
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bota placed 5 in 140 lbs. The year is now coming to an end with the spring season. The varsity boys baseball team won the western division with a record of 9-3 losing their three games twice to Häna High school because of forfeit and one to Molokaÿi High School. The Warriors challenged the Trojans on April 25, and lost 2-1, and played their second game on April 26, where they lost again to the Trojans 3-1. As of this writing, they are scheduled to face off against the winner of Baldwin vs. Maui High on Tuesday May 1st to claim second seed, and a spot in the state tournament which will be held from May 9-12. The varsity girl’s basketball team has a record of 3-8, losing their most recent game to Baldwin. The Warriors have one more regular season game left against King Keakaulike on Thursday May 3. If they win, they will then participate in the MIL tournament on May 9 to fight for a state berth. This year’s water polo team started of fresh with a brand new team consisting of one freshmen three sophomores’ five juniors and five seniors. They finished their regular season 0-6, and were slated to participat in an MIL tournament that will be held May 3 and 4. The track season is slowly coming to an end as senior, Paea Keawekane qualified for the 100, 200 and 4x 100, sophomore, Kekoa Mountcastle qualified for the long jump and 4x100, senior Keahi Raikes qualified for the high jump and 4 x100, sophomore Kalae Camarillo qualified for the high jump, and senior Travis Wong qualified for the high jump as well. Junior Kaahumanu Rozet qualified for the1500 meter, Nicole Smith for the 100 and 200, and Ashley Rosa in shot-put.
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Mitchell Navaro Soccer MIL P.O.Yr
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Megan Takakura 12 Swimming MIL First Team
Travis Wong 12 Basketball/Football MIL 1st Team/ MIL 2nd Team
Cody Felipe Soccer MIL First Team
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Kellen Pacheco 11 Swimmng MIL Second Team
Jeff Oka 11 Basketball MIL Second Team
Kody Ganiko 10 Soccer MIL First Team
Keoni Hassett 11 Swimming MIL Second Team
Kaiea Medeiros 11 Football MIL Second Team
Kupono Hong 10 Soccer MIL First Team
Dreanne Shaw Volleyball MIL P.O.Yr.
Keahi Raikes 12 Football MIL Second Team
Kainalu Severson 12 Soccer MIL First Team
Kela Lau-Hee 12 Volleyball/Soccer MIL First Team
Shiloh Cabatingan 12 Softball MIL First Team
Kelii Dias 11 Soccer MIL Second Team
Sayble Bissen Volleyball MIL First Team
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Kaui Owan 12 Football MIL Second Team
Kamuela Kalehuawehe 11 Alyssa Souza Volleyball Soccer MIL First Team MIL First Team
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Paea Keawekane Football/Soccer MIL Second Team
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Rama Camarillo 11 Volleyball MIL Second Team
Lahela Matsui 11 Soccer MIL Second Team
Jeff Kihune Football MIL Second Team
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Kalani Rosell 12 Swimming/X-Country MIL First Team
Leina`ala Song 10 Soccer MIL Second Team
David Jacubzack Football MIL Second Team
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Leighton Hao Swimming MIL First Team
*Paddling and Spring Season Results Unavailable
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It takes, it takes, it takes a lot more to be a
Ke-A-Mu-E-He-A-Mu-E-He-A Koa Cheerleader at KSM! typical cheerleading squads that only cheer for football and basketball. The team works hard together get the Blonde hair, skimpy outfits, high crowd pumped. They decorate the stamaintenance, boyfriend’s a football player, the most popular girls in school dium or the gym whenever they cheer for a game. They make posters and this is the stereotypical cheerleader, signs for each sport. but at Kamehameha Maui, school They learn how to tumble, jump, spirit, pride, passion, hard-work, determination, warrior at heart are the ideal. stunt, and perform dances and cheers and they practice every day. They perKSM cheerleaders are dedicated and form a routine full of all the skills committed. They are leaders and role they’ve practiced from the beginning of models. A Kamehameha cheerleader strives for school spirit and well-being. the season in front of big crowds. They trust their cheer sisters and are able to Cheerleading tryouts are just a week away and being a KS Maui cheerleader practice safe stunting, tumbling, and jumping techniques together. They put isn’t just about the pom poms or the together their own ideas to create new uniform, it’s about being a team. and original routines. As a team, the Kamehameha CheerThey bond. They go to the movies as leaders support every sport, unlike the ALYSSA ROSS, chief photographer
a team. They have overnighters and beach days where even their parents may bond with each other. They put their academics first and before anything else. “We, the Cheerleaders of Kamehameha Schools Maui Campus, will be our best on and off the field, court, or competition mat. We will display our character and integrity by demonstrating the class that we know we are capable of. We dedicate ourselves to spread school spirit and to be positive role models representing our Kamehameha Schools Maui Campus. We live by Aloha, Hoÿomau, ÿImi Naÿauao, ÿIke Pono, Kuleana, Haÿahaÿa, and Mälama.”
Basketball Girls Falter in Third Round By Kaleo DeMello, Sports Writer After showing promise in the second round of regular season play, the varsity basket girls were knocked out of the running for a title when they ended the season with a 3-8 record. The girls started the season shaky going 1-3 in the first round, but picked it up in the second round, finishing with a 2-2 record. Despite injuries, the team inspired fans with their 40-27 win over Baldwin High School on April 17. “Sage [Decosta] was our spark in our win against Baldwin. She came off the bench strong and gave us a boost going into the third round,” said point guard
Lahela Matsui who was injured and didn’t play. Decosta scored 15 points to help the girls win by 13 points. The win put them in the battle for 2nd place, but their 0-3 record in the third round left them in a do-or-die situation for their May 3 game and a chance to compete in the state tournament. The whole team worked hard to balance out the squad with both Matsui and Nanea Cavaco on the disabled list. “The sophomores on the team — Kai Duarte, Kawehi Jenkins, Nanea Cavaco, Whitney Santos and Sage and Cymbree Decosta — have been playing
Photo by Erwin DeCoite
and playing well. With only being their first year at the varsity level, all girls are producing and helping our team win,” remarked guard junior Tasha Kealoha of their midseason success.
Last Chance for Track Glory for Seniors By KEAHI RAIKES, sports writer The 2007 track season is coming to an end with MIL championships around the corner (May4-5) at War Memorial Stadium, but for some it signals the end of their high school track lives. The majority of the track team is made up of underclassmen, so they will return to the track next year, but for the few seniors, this meet will be their last chance for glory. “Last year was my first experience of states in track, and it was fun. I got to compete against the best in the state and I felt honored…that I have earned it after 3 years of hard work. This is my fourth and final year of track. I’ve seen the intensity level of the seniors in states last year and I’m starting to feel the same way. I can’t wait!” says sen-
ior Travis Wong, who will be competing in the high jump event along with fellow qualifying KSM athletes Keahi Raikes, Kekoa Mountcastle, and Rama Camarillo. Wong will also be competing in the triple jump. Another standout on the Kamehameha varsity track team, senior Nicole Smith, will be competing in the State meet in the 100meter dash, 200-meter dash, 300-meter hurdles, and the 100meter hurdles. “I’m excited! I Photo courtesy of Keahi Raikes can’t wait! I’m getting excited just Senior Keahi Raikes leads the pack in the hurdles. talking about it,” she says. This year Maui will be hosting the HHSAA State Track Meet which will May 18-19. Come out and support all be held at War Memorial Stadium on of our athletes in the state meet.
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Ka Leo o Nä Koa Staff Managing Editor: Ms. Kye Haina Student Editor-in-Chief: Jordon Jenkins Sports Editor: Shiloh Cabatingan-Hedden Lifestyles Editor: Michael Yanell Chief Photographer: Alyssa Ross Copy Editors: Kacie Yarborough Michael Yanell Hawaiian Language Editors: Naÿi Kana Zari Graham-Ventura Graphics Curtis Puli Kyle Watanabe Some material courtesy of American Society of Newspaper Editors/MCT Campus High School Newspaper Services.
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EDITORIALS Parting Thoughts: 30 things every high school student should know By JORDAN JENKINS, editor-in-chief
1. Always have your planner (for bathroom purposes) 2. Never forget your laptop charger; Ms. Romero does NOT accept technology problems as an excuse. 3. Keep your teachers happy, every little bit counts 4. At the beginning of the week, CHANT 5. Wipe your feet on rainy days 6. When a teacher’s passing, tuck in your shirt 7. Do not be afraid to speak your mind 8. Know when to stop 9. You’re young - have fun! 10. Take good school pictures, these will be with you forever 11. Don’t miss out; go to as many school events as possible 12. Go ghost hunting in school at least once 13. Stay positive 14. Everything is like football 15. Join sports 16. Never do “illegal” stuff with your laptop 17. Men, respect the bathrooms 18. Bring something to do at long Founder’s Day practices 19. Eat the mystery meat at least once 20. Mix your lunch juices once a week to keep you away from the norm. 21. Do not be prejudiced: Vote for someone on American Idol and Dancing With the Stars 22. Go to the homecoming game 23. Say “Hi” to the people you pass in the halls during class, even if it is a little awkward 24. When in doubt, always, always, always change to moles 25. Realize that Kumu Lökahi may not be the most meticulous person you will ever meet 26. Mr. Laufou, although strange, is brilliant 27. AP does not stand for Advanced Placement 28. Pick your lunch table early and stick to it 29. Recycle 30. And, most of all, enjoy your high school life because you’ll never forget the friends you’ve made and the people you’ve met…I know I won’t. Congratulations to the 2006-2007 Kä Leo o Nä Koa staff for being honored by Hawaiÿi Publishers Association annual High School Journalism Contest Best Photography, Maui District — Best Layout & Design, Maui District — Merit Award, Beginning Division —