About Us

Founded in 1977, Ka Leo O Ke Koa has been the premiere source of student news for Waiākea High School. With student journalists hailing from various different backgrounds, the newspaper reflects the diverse ideas and cultures of the surrounding Hilo community and beyond. 

Awards:

italics indicates Hawaii District award only

• 1979: Hawaii Heart Association: "Special Citation for Creativity", 1st place

• 1980: Hawaii Newspapers Association, "Most Improved"

• 1983: Hawaii Newspapers Association, "Best Newspaper"

• 1985: Hawaii Newspapers Association, "Outstanding Photography, Writing, and Sports Writing"

• 1986: Hawaii Newspapers Association, "Outstanding Editorial Writing", "Outstanding Layout/Design"

• 1988: Hawaii Newspapers Association, "Outstanding New Writing"

• 1995: Hawaii Newspapers Association, Sports