February 19, 2014 - Volume 30, Issue 13
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`Ohana by Hawaiian Plans March Take Off
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Long Overdue Labs New science classrooms proposed for MHS
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Kaunakakai School held a Healthy Heart Fair on Valentine’s last Friday to teach keiki about their hearts and how to keep them fit through healthy habits, a nutritious diet and plenty of exercise. With the help of Molokai’s leading health departments, students got to listen to their heartbeats, pick out healthy meals, and get their heart pumping during keiki Zumba.
By Catherine Cluett | Editor-In-Chief
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awaiian Airlines’ long-awaited service between Molokai, Lanai and Honolulu, `Ohana by Hawaiian, will begin March 11. Three flights per day will be offered to the Friendly Isle, while service between Honolulu and Lanai, beginning March 18, will provide twice daily service. Aircraft are scheduled to leave Molokai at 8 a.m., 1:20 p.m. and 6:35 p.m. daily, with flights to Molokai from Honolulu prior to those departures, according to a Hawaiian press release. “As Hawaii’s first airline, this new operation anchors us to our legacy and vision to connect all of our island communities through flight, making it easier for kama`aina and visitors alike to share time together,” said Hadden Watt, managing director of `Ohana by Hawaiian. “We look forward to providing travelers the same standards of consistent service and reliability combined with the friendly and authentic Hawaiian hospitality they’ve come to expect of Hawaiian Airlines.” In the fall of 2012, Hawaiian Airlines announced plans to add Molokai and La-
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At the event, The Dispatch asked students, “What makes your heart happy?” Nanea, 7 Courtesy of DOE
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or almost 10 years, ninth through 12th graders at Molokai High have had to learn science without lab facilities. Students must often watch video simulations instead of performing hands-on experiments, according to the Department of Education (DOE). But that may change within two years. Molokai High School (MHS) is in the early stages of obtaining permits to build two science classrooms, scheduled for completion by the end of 2015, according to the draft Environmental Assessment (EA). Since the separation of Molokai
approximately 340 students have conducted science education in two general purpose classrooms that lack the basic lab requirements, stated the EA. Yet despite lacking proper facilities, MHS students have continued to excel in county and state science competitions, even representing the state at national events. “The proposed science classrooms… support the school’s and the State’s commitment to STEM education, and will ensure that the young people of Molokai are adequately prepared for college or careers after graduation,” stated the Department of Education (DOE) in the EA document.
Exercising and eating fruits. I do jump rope because it makes my heart feel better.
Indiana, 6 Eating vegetables. I like broccoli, carrots and beets.
Kaia, 7 I like walking my dogs because it makes me feel good.
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Girls Basketball Finish 4th in State
Bakery Pays $20,000 in DOH Settlement By Catherine Cluett | Editor-In-Chief
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“As a team we were able to make many of our goals this year,” said DeRouin, via email. “Even though we fell short of the state championship, we were able to accomplish a state semi-final game and got to play a consolation game.” After their 14-1 season record and earning the Maui Interscholastic League Championship (MIL) title, the Farmers
fter accruing $90,000 in fines to the state Department of Health in 2012 for sanitation violations, Kanemitsu Bakery has reached an agreement with the DOH to pay $20,000 instead. DOH Communications Officer Janice Okubo said the settlement was reached outside Hawaii’s court system during hearings within the DOH that are scheduled when someone has an objection or concern about a penalty or notice of violation. “I’m very satisfied,” said Kanemitsu Bakery owner George Kanemitsu of the resolution. “There’s no way we could have paid [the original $90,000 fine].” Kanemitsu said the bakery’s operations are back on track after a six-month
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Kalaupapa Air Contract Still Undecided Pg. 2 Photo courtesy of Lee DeRouin
By Jessica Ahles | Staff Writer
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or girls basketball head coach Lee DeRouin, 14 athletes entered this season with high energy and ambitious goals, determined to represent Molokai at the state level. While they were set back by some injuries along the way, the Lady Farmers left Oahu’s Neal Blaisdell Center two weeks ago considered one of the top teams in Hawaii.
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