Kahuku High senior wins congressional district art contest

Ghialana Borges, a Kahuku High School senior, has won the grand prize at the 2009 Congressional Art Contest "Kaha Kii: An Artistic Discovery."

The announcement was made Monday by U.S. Rep. Mazie Hirono.

Borges' winning work, a photograph titled "Reflections," will represent Hawaii's 2nd Congressional District on display in Washington, D.C.

A total of 148 students from Kauai, Maui, Molokai, Oahu and the Big Island entered the contest.

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Congratulations - History Day Fair

Kudos to the Intermediate and High School students who participated in this Saturday's District History Day Fair! Windward is by far the biggest District Fair in the State! Kahuku High was represented well! Student participants: Your effort in learning and going the extra mile are admirable! Continue the Excellence! Mahalo to Social Studies teachers, support teachers, and KHIS School Judges for making Saturday happen for Kahuku! The students could not have done it without your care, effort and valuable time given to them!!!
- L. Ishihara

Okinawa anyone?

The Hawaii-Okinawa Exchange program phase 2: going to Okinawa forms have been received.
If anyone is interested in going to Okinawa during the summer break for 16 days at the end of
June, see Mr. Woolsey in Q-4 for the forms. The cost is $1300 plus any incidentals. They really
take care of you. This is a great opportunity to get to Japan and enjoy the culture.
- M. Woolsey

Simply Amazing!

What a busy weekend for our students and teachers! Congratulations to our We The People team! They did an excellent job at KCC and will be heading to Washington D.C. in April! When do these students have time to learn about the Constitution? I was so impressed and got chicken skin when one of the judges went on and on (and on) about how our Kahuku students always have an edge because they are truly enthusiastic and passionate about the information and knowledge that they are able to share. Wow!

Next stop was the Scholastic Art Awards....a number of our students getting silver and gold key awards. Vocal Motion performed at the Scholastic Art Awards and Mrs. Hamamoto told me that she had heard Vocal Motion twice in one day and the second time was as entertaining as the first time.

Paddlers went to Maui to participate in their first state tournament. They came in 6th place in the quarterfinals. Awesome!

Basketball boys are still undefeated! Go BIG RED! Basketball girls are still on top! GO LADY RAIDERS!

Wrestling Varsity Girls - 2nd OIA Duo Meet Championships. Two individual 1st Place Winners -- OUTSTANDING! Wrestling JV Boys - OIA Champions! Three individual 1st Place Winners - SUPERIOR!

- Ms. Lindsey

Vocal Motion Auditions

Calling all talented singers who want to be part of our auditioned choir, Vocal Motion. We will be holding auditions for NEXT YEAR'S group after school next week in the choir room. Report immediately after school, and tell Mrs. K if you have a sports commitment. Monday - Bass (low men's voices) Tuesday - Tenor (high men'a voices) Thursday - Alto (low women's voices) Friday - Soprano (high women's voices).
- E. Kammerer

Botball 2009

Do you like to build with Lego Kits? Are you interested in Robotics or Computers? Do you want to earn an elective credit and have lots of fun while doing it? Then come join the BOTBALL team!! Come see Ms. Keenan in A202 for details and permission forms. All grades are welcome 7-12!

Poetry Contest "Ola i Ka Wai" - Water Gives Life

Students interested in entering this poetry contest see Mrs. M in P8 for info. Teachers interested in having their students participate may also find out more by seeing Mrs. M in P8. The Board of Water supply in their efforts to promote water conservation is sponsoring this contest. Great prizes!
- V. Mariteragi

Intermediate Brown Bags Talent Show

Any 7th or 8th grader who would like to participate in our 8th Annual Intermediate Brown Bags Talent Show can pick up an application form in Mr. Leonardi’s room A305 or in the intermediate office, A102. Applications will be available until December 17th and must be turned in by the December 18th to Mr. Leonardi. All participants will receive awards however; the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners will receive cash awards. So, if you can sing, dance, play an instrument or have atalent besides singing, dancing or playing an instrument, come join the fun and pick up and application today.
- J. Leonardi

Kahuku is alive with the Sound of Music

By Caryn Kunz

The Kahuku High and Intermediate Drama crew will perform Rodgers and Hammerstein’s The Sound of Music this week on campus.

I was able to catch up with them during a busy dress rehearsal last week in the cafeteria, as students ironed out pre-performance kinks such as crackling portable mics, falling props, and a missing Captain von Trapp (backstage trying to change into his military suit for the ball).

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Seniors Mandatory Meeting

There will be a mandatory senior parent meeting on Monday, December 8 for all seniors and at least one parent. You may attend either one of two sessions, at 5 or 7 PM in the cafeteria. Attendance will be taken, and you and your parent will need to sign in. Important information about graduation, project grad, credits, scholarships, and college-entrance exams will be discussed, as well as the Senior Contract. If a parent CANNOT attend either session, an appointment must be made to meet with Mrs. Macadangdang in the two weeks following these sessions to set up a meeting to discuss these items. See Myra in Q2 if you have questions.
- P. Macadangdang

Wahiawa Veteran's Day Parade

The KHS JROTC Cadets and KHS Cheerleaders marched in the Annual Wahiawa Lion's Club Veteran's Day Parade. A Special Thanks to all the Parents and Teachers who can out and supported us. They showed School Pride and sacrificed their holiday to Honor the Veterans. Also, Mr. Joe Whitford and the Cheerleader Coaches we thank you for your support.

In addition to marching in the Wahiawa parade, 8 JROTC cadets went to Punchbowl National Cemetery to escort VIP's. The cadets had the opportunity to meet many great veterans. Photo's were taken with Senator Akaka, Representative Abercrombie, Medal of honor winners and many more. A job well done!
- D. Glover

TeenBiz Update

Congratulations to Ms. Tupola's Period 1 students! The class average is 35 articles since the year began! In second place is Ms. DeRego's Period 6 averaging 26 articles. Freshman students have to complete Teenbiz on their own time for homework. Way to go freshman! Teenbiz is now running a contest to give a party pack to one of the classes that has at least 75% of the students read at least 4 articles during November. That's only one article one a week! At the moment only Mr. Mimaki's Period 2 has qualified after getting a late start doing Teenbiz. Mr. Mimaki's 7th Reading students rock!
- B. DeRego

8th Grade Holiday Movie

The 8th grade class will be heading to the movies on November 21! This is the opening day for Twilight and we get the first showing of the day! Get your permission slips in your science class or in the Intermediate office. Turn money into any one of the 5 teachers listed on the permission slip. Which bus you ride will be determined by which teacher you give your money to. Permission slips and money are due by Nov. 18th.
- C. Buckholz

Kids Voting

AN IMPRESSIVE 79% OF STUDENTS CAST THEIR VOTES FOR THIS YEAR'S ELECTION. THIS IS 20% MORE THAN THE 2006 ELECTION AND A LOT MORE THAN THE OTHER HIGH SCHOOLS IN OUR COMPLEX AREA, BUT WHO'S KEEPING TRACK? THANK YOU FOR STANDING UP AND BEING COUNTED! A GIGANTIC THANK YOU TO MS. ISHIHARA AND ALL OF THE OTHER TEACHERS WHO PROVIDED STUDENTS WITH THE OPPORTUNITY TO PARTICIPATE IN THE DEMOCRATIC PROCESS AND EXERCISE GOOD CITIZENSHIP.
- D. Lindsey

Great Aloha Run - Sign Up Now

Kahuku students and staff, sign up in Mrs Wells room R204, for the Great Aloha Run. It will be on Monday, February 16,2009. Jiffy Lube will sponsor 100 Kahuku entrants, for a savings of $35. Deadline to hand in forms is Wednesday November 26, 2008.
- W. Wells

Malasada Truck fundraiser

Support Project Grad by purchasing ONOLICIOUS Malasadas at the Laie Shopping Center. Hours are from 7:00 a.m. through 9:00 p.m. until Saturday, November 8th. Please support as a portion of the proceeds will go to benefit project graduation.
- R. Fonoimoana

Grant opportunity for students

Does your athletic team need money? Do you have an idea for a volunteer project? Are you
interested in traveling somewhere? The Castle Foundation is funding student projects/groups up to $5,000! Visit their website (castlefoundation.com) for more information.
- D. Lindsey

Clubs on Campus

So far there are only two official clubs on campus. In order to be a recognized club on campus you must re-charter your club at the beginning of each year. If starting a new club you would need to come in to P8 and pick up a club form. In order for clubs to function or do any activities, meetings, projects, fund-raising etc your charter forms must be approved by the principal and filed with the SAC. FYI: 10 people have come in to pick up forms to start or re-charter their club, however, only two have followed through, and are official on campus. Do your best, get your club forms in, Principal will sign it if you have filled out all the required information. after getting the principals signature and approval, bring your charter to P8 to be filed with Student Activities. (It would be very good to make a copy for your club to keep on hand, at the end of the year all clubs must report their finances and closing budget with the account clerk).
- V. Mariteragi

Congratulations to the 2008 Homecoming Court

A very special Mahalo to the homecoming court parents for their support and an extra special mahalo to the Polynesian Cultural Center for building the homecoming court stage each year for Kahuku. We would also like to Thank Celebrity Tuxedos for their complimentary sponsorship of the boys Tuxedos. Turtle Bay Hilton sponsored (complimentary) the girls with special manicures and hairstyles. Hertz car rentals and Turtle Bay were very helpful with sponsorships of the motorcade convertibles. Last but not least, Lei Lei's Restaurant provided a very special dinner for the homecoming court and honored guest. Thank you Lila Magalei, Homecoming Court Mom for all the coordinating and arrangements.
- V. Mariteragi

Homecoming Spirit Week (Sept 29-Oct 10)

Don't forget to dress up on Monday the 29th......Pajama Day......put on your fun PJ's, (dress code applies...ha,ha)...earn spirit points each day you participate in dressing up. Don't forget the first day is PJ's, next is Cultural day, then sports, then Red and White. Lunch activities every day on stage. Check off your dress up attire each day during recess and/or lunch in the cafe with Ioni Kamakaala. The class with the most spirit points which includes, cheerfest, motorcade, dress ups, lunch activities will win a monetary award (First, second, third and 4th places). GO For the GOLD! Mahalo, Tialei Wesley, Spirit Week Chairperson.
- V. Mariteragi