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The online student news source of Waiakea High School
Kaleokekoa.com
The online student news source of Waiakea High School
Congratulations to the 2025 Waiakea High School Na Koa Po'okela Award Recipients
Rylan Colbert
Kaia Fujinaka
Tiffany Jelsma
Abigail Keith
Jada Igawa
Isabella Oyer
Syerra Ochi
Delfin Paolo-Galsote
Maiyah Panis-Vuong
ReiLey Udo-Tao
Congratulations to the 2024-25
Waiakea High School Valedictorians
Jessa Marie Arzaga
Celina Chen
Kaia Fujinaka
Shayne Gani
Jada Igawa
Jayzlyn Kekaualua-Yagin
Boston Kobayashi
Lacey Magallanes
Alice Moreau
Louis Perroy
Jonathan Takiguchi
Lexie Uchima
Tiffany Wong
Lia Ballo
Rylan Colbert
Jericho Galzote
Ava Herr
Ava Ignacio
Lily Kennedy
Jai Letawsky
Dylan Matsui
Isabella Oyer
Charlie Silva
Meryjoe Titus
ReiLey Udo-Tao
Sri Butz
Kai Foy
Koa Gambla
Solomon Highstein
Tiffany Jelsma
Cole Kihara
Kiran Letawsky
Kaitlyn Miura
Maiyah Panis-Vuong
Kathleen Simon
Natsumi Tomono
Leya Varricatt
Message to the 2024-25 Seniors
Mahalo Class of 2025 Seniors! This school year, Waiakea High School was blessed with having you all as leaders and role models. We are thankful for all your contributions made this year and previous years, to grow and benefit Waiakea High School. We know that all of you will find success in whatever path you take starting this year. The Class of '25 has inspired countless WHS underclassmen and staff. Congratulations to the Senior Hawks!
2025-26 SGA Officers
President
Micah Kalauli
First Vice President
Dori Miura
Second Vice President
Jiel Jeon
Treasurer
Kolin Oshiro
Secretary
Dylan Simeon
Class Of 2026 Senior Officers
Senior Class President
Lexie Katsuda
Vice President
Zoe Hirae
Treasurer
Daniel Nucci
Secretary
Charlotte Jo
Class of 2027 Junior Officers
President
Jenna Ishigo
Vise President
Kamberlyn Kelekoma
Secretary
Magda Czerepak
Treasurer
Aiden Talich
Class Of 2028 Sophomore Officers
Alia-Lei Bargamento
President
Brandon-Jacob Cayme
Vice President
Ethan-James Matsumura
Secratary
Emily Vo
Treasure
Earth day at Waiakea High - April 22, 2025
By: Paisley Marie
At the heart of Waiakea High School lives an agricultural class where the students are taught how to grow and take care of the aina. As we visited the class last week to get some information and shots of what they were doing, we were amazed to see the different varieties of plants and animals that they had to offer. There were orchids, peppers, green onions, and Taro along with Koi fish, baby ducks, pigs, and sheep that were all kindly shown to us by Kumu Joe. Kumu Joe also explained to us that the students in culinary often come up to help with the plants because, in return, that's what they use when they cook. This opportunity brings students together and teaches them a lesson that what you work hard for comes back to you. We admired the dedication of the students taking care of the plants and animals and wanted to share their story here on the Kaleo Ke Koa. Mahalo nui loa.
What is the meaning of Earth Day?
By: Quetzalli Carter Balleza
On Earth Day, people around the world come together to raise awareness about environmental issues and the importance of preserving our planet. Earth Day serves as a reminder that everyone has a role to play in keeping the planet healthy. Whether through participating in a community cleanup or making an effort to reduce waste, Earth Day encourages people to take responsibility for the environment. These small actions, when added together, can create a powerful movement for positive changes.
One of the most simple and effective ways to protect the environment is through recycling. By recycling materials like paper, plastic, aluminum, and glass, we help reduce the amount of waste that ends up in landfills and oceans. Recycling conserves resources and decreases pollution. It’s a small change that can have a significant impact on reducing environmental harm and promoting sustainability.
In addition to recycling, Earth Day encourages individuals to adopt other environmentally friendly habits, such as conserving water, reducing energy consumption, and minimizing the use of single-use plastics. Simple actions like turning off lights when they’re not needed, using reusable shopping bags, or fixing leaky faucets can go a long way in conserving resources. Every small effort contributes to creating a cleaner, healthier planet for future generations.
While Earth Day is a special occasion to reflect on the state of the environment, the commitment to protecting the planet should continue throughout the entire year. Choosing to recycle, conserve energy, or make sustainable purchases can make a lasting difference. By prioritizing the health of the Earth and being mindful of our impact on the environment, we can ensure a cleaner, greener future for all.