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This page contains a brief history of KVIKS TV throughout the years. It also includes a face book of KVIKS TV Alumni and Former Members.
This page contains a brief history of KVIKS TV throughout the years. It also includes a face book of KVIKS TV Alumni and Former Members.
Students listed as a Founding Member means that they were present from the beginning of the new era of KVIKS TV.
Students listed as a Legacy Founding Member means that they were part of Hilo Intermediate School's Spartan TV program and worked with Luke before he left for Hilo High.
Students who have joined KVIKS TV in the past, but are no longer active members of the program will be listed with their graduating class, however, they will show the amount of years they were active, and when they first joined.
During the summer break before School Year 2017-2018, the Technology Department was informed that the current teacher handling the K-V-I-K-S Morning Bulletin would not be ready by the start of the school year. As a result, manned with only a lamp, a mic and a single camera, the new era of KVIKS was born. KVIKS was not yet a chartered organization, rather, it was just a group of volunteers wanting to help out and continuously work to improve the quality of the morning bulletin. The morning bulletin used to be produced live, but due to the circumstances, that could no longer be the case. The Period 1 Directed Studies and Period 2 Broadcast Media class was commandeered to produce the morning bulletin the day before. Other students volunteered to be anchors and crew, and eventually, the need to re-brand and expand birthed the organization known as KVIKS TV. Thanks to funding from the school and the Hilo High Foundation, KVIKS TV was able to acquire broadcasting equipment to broadcast the 2018 May Day Program. Despite all the careful planning throughout the year, the very first large broadcast for the new KVIKS TV organization was cancelled due to a massive earthquake from the newly established lava flow coming out from Puna. Aside from the special events, KVIKS TV started to live stream spirit rallies and assemblies.
CAPTION: Broadcast Media and KVIKS students welcoming Brandon back from Korea.
Class of 2018 Alumni
Class of 2018 Alumni
Ammina Galdones
Class of 2018
Joined SY 17-18
Founding Member
Tyler-Trenten Kuanoni
Class of 2018
Joined SY 17-18
Legacy Founding Member
Caleb Rogers
Class of 2018
Joined SY 17-18
Founding Member
Skyler Spain
Class of 2018
Joined SY 17-18
Legacy Founding Member
Katherine
Fujimoto-Young
Class of 2018
Joined SY 17-18
Founding Member
KVIKS TV was officially chartered during the school year of 2018-2019. Now a fully recognized organization, KVIKS TV rapidly expanded in membership and split in to several departments, Creative, Broadcasting and Audio Video. KVIKS TV still produced the daily morning bulletin, but also became in charge of the school's Audio/Video Committee. After being provided with equipment to broadcast May Day the previous year, the goal of broadcasting live sports became a reality. After testing out the equipment during the girls volleyball season, KVIKS TV committed to broadcasting Boys and Girls Basketball during the Winter Season. The Winter Season began with a special nationwide basketball exhibition. After seeing the success of the first two days of broadcasting, KVIKS TV was challenged to live stream from the Afook Chinen Auditorium off-campus. The biggest issue was the fact that all the equipment was still on campus, and there were no internet connections available. Determined to meet the challenge, KVIKS TV moved all the equipment to the Afook Chinen and used a cell phone's mobile hotspot to broadcast the exhibition finals. The 18-19 school year ended with a feat of glory when finally, KVIKS TV was able to fully produce a well-coordinated live stream of the May Day program. With all that it has accomplished during the 18-19 school year, KVIKS TV definitely enjoyed it's golden age.
Class of 2019 Alumni
Class of 2019 Alumni
Nathan Augustine
Class of 2019
Joined SY 17-18
Legacy Founding Member
Clayton Balai
Class of 2019
Joined SY 18-19
Mackenzie Barona-Kahoonei
Class of 2019
Joined SY 17-18
Founding Member
18-19 Vice President
18-19 Vice President
Kacie Cabanas
Class of 2019
Joined SY 18-19
Raleigh Gacayan
Class of 2019
Joined SY 18-19
Bruce Godines
Class of 2019
Joined SY 18-19
Jared Goodwin
Class of 2019
Joined SY 17-18
Founding Member
Emily Kerr
Class of 2019
Joined SY 17-18
Founding Member
Briana Nobriga-Namihira
Class of 2019
Joined SY 17-18
Founding Member
18-19 President
18-19 President
Dustin Pelekai
Class of 2019
Joined SY 17-18
18-19 Assistant Creative Chairperson
18-19 Assistant Creative Chairperson
Milan Ragasa
Class of 2019
Joined SY 18-19
Legacy Founding Member
Blaine Shigenaga
Class of 2019
Joined SY 18-19
Timothy Tamashiro
Class of 2019
Joined SY 18-19
Remington Uemura
Class of 2019
Joined SY 17-18
Founding Member
Alyssa Okamura
Class of 2019
Honorary KVIKS Member
Student Associations Secretary
Kara Yoshiyama
Class of 2019
Honorary KVIKS Member
HSSC Chairperson
Student Associations 1st VP
Lucy Ramirez
Class of 2019
Honorary KVIKS Member
SCC Chairperson
Class of 2019 President
Momentum from the golden age of KVIKS TV during the 18-19 school year led straight into the new school year. KVIKS TV hit the ground full speed during the 19-20 school year. From the beginning of the school year, A/V and broadcasting took care of each spirit rally, LOT and morning bulletin. Students started to branch out into online services such as the website, social media and the closed-circuit broadcasting channel. There was even a task by the Department of Education to develop a mobile app. KVIKS TV absorbed artists and started to shape the brand of Hilo High School. Broadcasting was stronger than ever. During the fall season, KVIKS TV was able to broadcast home games at the New Gym, as well as broadcasting Football off-campus at Wong Stadium. During the winter season, KVIKS TV once again broadcasted the nationwide basketball exhibition, but this time, all games were played on-campus. KVIKS TV got organized to provide necessary services to all crew members and geared up for the remainder of the school year. Unfortunately, due to the global pandemic, during spring break, all sports were cancelled, and in-person instruction ceased. The student organization of KVIKS TV was essentially inactive. Only the advisors were allowed to continue working on projects. Once it became known that commencement exercises would be virtual, the KVIKS TV Advisors worked long days, nights and weeks to come up with a virtual May Day Program, and Commencement program. The 2020 Commencement program was broadcasted simultaneously on Facebook, YouTube and Hawaii News Now's K5 channel. The 2020 Commencement video was by far the greatest challenge KVIKS TV has ever faced, and it had to be done without the heart of soul of the program, the students. That loss was sown deep into the commencement video. Every effort was made to give the Class of 2020 the same experience of commencement, but from a distance. After the 19-20 school year, KVIKS TV gained a lot of credibility, and lost part of it's soul. Gladly, it wasn't lost for long.
Class of 2020 Alumni
Class of 2020 Alumni
Cheyenne Asuncion-Adams
Class of 2020
Joined SY 18-19
Cheyenne, "Chey", began her KVIKS TV career in Broadcasting. Beginning as a camera operator and broadcast tech, her capabilities now include producing, technical directing and serving as an anchor for the KVIKS TV Morning Bulletin. Cheyenne is very involved in KVIKS TV and aside from her club duties as treasurer, she serves as an Associate Producer, a title second to Advisor. Cheyenne takes care of logistical and personnel concerns and is critical to the organization of the program. She is also the epitome of happiness and can't help but smile at life and the opportunities laid out in front of her. Cheyenne is also a member of the Hilo High Viking Band.
Isaiah Babas
Class of 2020
Joined SY 19-20
Isaiah was originally interested in the Hilo High School School Design App project, but after being forced in to working on a KVIKS TV Morning Bulletin, he decided to stay. Looks like dreams do come true.
Madison Bartolome
Class of 2020
Joined SY 18-19
Madison, "Mama Madi", was inspired to join KVIKS TV from one of her friends. At the time, she participated in multiple different clubs and programs including Leo Club and Future Health Professionals. During the 18-19 Basketball Season, Madi got super involved in Broadcasting and has worked up from a Camera Operator to Commentator, then Producer. Madi is part of the KVIKS TV Studios production team that writes and produces the KVIKS TV Morning Bulletin.
Roseayn Dalere
Class of 2020
Joined SY 19-20
Leilani Guerrero
Class of 2020
Joined SY 18-19
Leilani, "Wrestling Girl", was always around during the 18-19 School Year, but her participation in KVIKS TV began as she served as a commentator for Boys Volleyball. Leilani stays busy and splits her time between school, and serving as a manger for the Hilo High Football and Wrestling team. Dearly beloved by many at Hilo High School, KVIKS TV sincerely appreciates every bit of time she spends with us.
Sonja Giardina
Class of 2020
Joined SY 17-18
Founding Member
Sonja, "the one take wonder" is the exact polar opposite of the 'Nam twins. We were always happy to see Sonja anchor for KVIKS because we knew we would be out of there in less than 10 minutes!
Julia Hirai
Class of 2020
Joined SY 17-18
Founding Member
Julia is, "technically" the longest standing member of KVIKS TV. Joining in the first semester of school year 17-18, Julia has been around for the many iterations and organizations of KVIKS TV. Julia is part of the Hilo High Viking Band and serves as our commentator for Wrestling.
Jennifer Kamimura
Class of 2020
Joined SY 17-18
Student Associations President
Hilo High School Communications
Jenny never really joined KVIKS, but she contributed so much to us that she doesn't really qualify to be classified as an honorary member! Jenny loved doing her accents, but she hated when we got it on camera. Jenny also loved rushing into C-117 shouting, "LUKE! I HAVE AN EMERGENCY" when in actuality, she literally wanted to design a t-shirt. This post is dedicated to all the times Luke's computer was shut off by accident.
John Kenny
Class of 2020
Founding Member
John "It's Ya Boi" Kenny, served as an anchor on the KVIKS TV Morning Bulletin, but also observed the program from its humble beginnings until now. Staying #blessed for the remainder of his High School career, John will forever be known as, "the boi with the airpods" and as an inaugural state champion for Rocket League eSports.
Thomas Kobayashi
Class of 2020
Joined SY 18-19
Founding Member
Thomas is the Hilo High School A/V Head as part of KVIKS TV. Thomas also serves as a studio operator, helping produce the KVIKS TV Morning Bulletin and helps out at live streams as a camera operator or broadcast tech. Thomas is also interested in photography and has played for the Hilo High Tennis team and Hilo High Viking Band.
Dao Le
Class of 2020
Joined SY 19-20
Dao was introduced to KVIKS TV by a teacher at Hilo High School. As a studio operator, Dao is proficient in most areas of producing the KVIKS TV Morning Bulletin. Dao helps out at Broadcasts typically on school days before he goes home. Dao is now an online editor and publishes articles to the Hilo High School website.
Kamakana Liwai
Class of 2020
Joined SY 17-18
Founding Member
Kamakana, "Makana", joined as a sophomore. I wouldn't necessarily say he, "joined" more like, he played alot of Overwatch with Hinano and eventually started hanging out with him in the lab. Eventually, Makana got up and said: "Boi, u need help?" and we answered with a desperate, "YES". Makana has proven himself to be a talented memer and editor and has mastered the art of making creative and entertaining videos.
Jade Tredinnick
Class of 2020
Joined SY 18-19
Jade was introduced to Digital Media by her father while attending another school. She received PBS Hawaii HIKI NO training and has since then had a passion for editing. When joining KVIKS TV in the 18-19 School Year, the advisors were impressed with the amount of knowledge and talent she possessed and were very happy and excited to have her aboard. Jade stays very busy now while interning with Na Leo TV and other digital media production companies in Hilo. Jade also performs with the Hilo High Ambassadors.
Auie Joe Madiam
Class of 2020
Honorary KVIKS TV Member
2020 Commencement Committee Chair
Kyla Rae Pacheco-Paglinawan
Class of 2020
Honorary KVIKS TV Member
Co-Host for Virtual May Day 2020
Jyson Breitbarth
Class of 2020
Honorary KVIKS TV Member
Senior Class of 2020 President
Logan Mizuba
Class of 2020
Honorary KVIKS TV Member
Student Associations Corresponding "Secretary"
Kaitlyn O'Dell Lambeth
Class of 2020
Honorary KVIKS TV Member
Kassie O'Dell Lambeth
Class of 2020
Honorary KVIKS TV Member
SY 20-21 was unlike any other year. Instead of in-person learning, students were learning from home. The morning bulletin was still being produced with at home anchors, but there were no students around except for one. Through a workplace experience program, Jazz was able to come on campus and help out. In October, KVIKS TV was re-chartered and started to recruit new members and determine the interest of the previous year's members. Aside from the morning bulletin, KVIKS TV worked on other projects including a virtual spirit week, homecoming, and wellbeing week. Starting in February 2021, KVIKS TV students were organized to come back to campus for in-person work sessions. Now with a small sense of normalcy restored, KVIKS TV is on a path to re-train and prepare the students for larger projects.
Joining the KVIKS TV team as an advisor this year was Class of 2020 alumnus Jennifer Kamimura.
Class of 2021 Alumni
Class of 2021 Alumni
Jodi Ortiz
Class of 2021
Joined SY 17-18
Jodi joined KVIKS TV when the call went out during the second semester of her freshmen year for new members. Jodi was the first person to respond to our ad and entered with expectations to become a better photographer. However, her passion and willingness to learn new things led to her becoming trained as an editor for the morning bulletin, then eventually working as a Technical Director. Jodi was elected President of KVIKS TV after incumbent President Briana Nobriga-Namihira graduated and left Hilo High School, but since the SY 20-21, Jodi stepped down to serve as corresponding secretary. Jodi has had opportunities to work with multiple members of the creative digital media community such as Na Leo TV and has been featured on PBS Hawaii's HIKI NO Television show.
Kalena Kelii
Class of 2021
Joined SY 18-19
Kalena's interests began with photography but has expanded to other levels of responsibility within KVIKS TV. Kalena was elected as Online Department Chairperson and helps produce content for the Hilo High School website, Channel 49 KVIKS TV and Social Media. Kalena plays percussion for the Hilo High Viking Band.
Ashley Lavarias
Class of 2021
Joined SY 18-19
Ashley is known as, "Grandma Anchor", mostly as her status as, "currently" longest standing anchor. Ashley also served as her senior class President and participated in other activities such as Key Club, Cheerleading and Wrestling.
Cody Stephenson
Class of 2021
Joined SY 18-19
Cody serves as a photographer for KVIKS TV and participates in taking photos for rallies and LOTs.
Former Members of KVIKS TV
Former Members of KVIKS TV
Alek Vince Jeo Caban Trinidad
Class of 2023
Joined SY 19-20
Years Active: 1
Alek joined at the beginning of the school year and works primarily as a studio operator involved in producing the KVIKS TV Morning Bulletin. Aside from his studio operator duties, Alek served as an Online Editor, writing and publishing posts to the Hilo High School Website and other online services. Alek did not return to KVIKS TV for SY 20-21.
Kayla Galario
Class of 2021
Joined SY 18-19
Years Active: 1
Anna Hall
Class of 2022
Joined SY 19-20
Years Active: 1
Anna is an aspiring actress and participates in many extra-curricular activities at Hilo High School, including Japan Club, Japan Wizards, Taiko and the Perfoming Arts Learning Center. Anna lends her talents to KVIKS TV as needed and is eager to learn more about photography. Ann did not return to KVIKS TV for SY 20-21.
Hayden Halverson-Saunders
Class of 2021
Joined SY 18-19
Years Active: 1
Enjl Himoya
Class of 2022
Joined SY 18-19
Years Active: 1
Kaynan Kaku
Class of 2022
Joined SY 18-19
Years Active: 1
Joshua Kaleohano
Class of 2022
Joined SY 18-19
Years Active: 1
Kiana Kaneshiro
Class of 2022
Joined SY 19-20
Years Active: 1
Kiana serves as a studio operator and helps with the production of the KVIKS TV Morning Bulletin. Lately, she has been busy with the Hilo High Wrestling Team. Kiana did not return to KVIKS TV for SY 20-21.
Ku'ulei Lyman
Class of 2023
Joined SY 19-20
Years Active: 1
Nami Mommsen-Akiyama
Class of 2022
Joined SY 18-19
Years Active: 2
Nami joined her freshmen year and participated in many live stream events as a camera operator and eventually served as an anchor for the KVIKS TV Morning Bulletin! Nami involves herself in many activities including Japan Club and Taiko!
Raychel Nelson
Class of 2022
Joined SY 19-20
Years Active: 1
Ethan Ortiz
Class of 2022
Joined SY 18-19
Years Active: 1
Cody Oshiro
Class of 2022
Joined SY 19-20
Years Active: 1
Cody joined to be a photographer but has since volunteered many hours as a Broadcast Technician, Camera Operator and Technical Director at athletic live streams! Cody did not return to KVIKS TV for SY 20-21.
Lexcy Simeona
Class of 2022
Joined SY 19-20
Years Active: 1
Lexcy joined KVIKS TV during her sophomore year and made herself available to any opportunity to help out. Lexcy did not return to KVIKS TV for SY 20-21.
Keyna Wilcox
Class of 2022
Joined SY 18-19
Years Active: 2
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