Tuesday, December 19, 2017

Educating the Heart Through Youth Outreach

Alika Cambell, Waikiki Youth Outreach Center Director, Hale Kipa
Alika Campbell, director of the Waikiki Youth Outreach Center, a service of Hale Kipa,  receives a check for $5000 from the Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation on December 19, 2017.

Through a program entitled “Educating the Heart”, the Foundation partners with schools to teach students about non-profit organizations in Hawaii.  This is the third year that the Junior Theology class, Call to Justice, has worked on a project in collaboration with the Weinberg Foundation in favor of Youth Outreach.  


Juniors Jasmine Policarpio, Agnes Brown and Ashli Sordillia served as leaders of the project called Fast for a Better Tomorrow. The Fast involved 125 Academy students who collectively served over 500  hours of community service with special emphasis on learning about the situation of homeless youth in Honolulu. Students gathered donations of can goods and supplies and to make over 200 first aid and hygiene kits for the center.  

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Educating The Heart through Fast for a Better Tomorrow

Alika Cambell, Waikiki Youth Outreach Center Director, Hale Kipa
Alika Campbell, director of the Waikiki Youth Outreach Center, a service of Hale Kipa,  receives a check for $5000 from the Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation on December 19, 2017.

Through a program entitled “Educating the Heart”, the Foundation partners with schools to teach students about non-profit organizations in Hawaii.  This is the third year that the Junior Theology class, Call to Justice, has worked on a project in collaboration with the Weinberg Foundation in favor of Youth Outreach.  


Juniors Jasmine Policarpio, Agnes Brown and Ashli Sordillia served as leaders of the project called Fast for a Better Tomorrow. The Fast involved 125 Academy students who collectively served over 500  hours of community service with special emphasis on learning about the situation of homeless youth in Honolulu. Students gathered donations of can goods and supplies and to make over 200 first aid and hygiene kits for the center.  

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Monday, December 18, 2017

Mahalo for Supporting #SacredHeartsAcademy

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Dear Academy Alumnae & Friends:

In this holiday season, with a New Year approaching, we reflect on the days behind us and are grateful for the gifts received in support of the Academy. We fondly think of our alumnae and friends and wish them a joyful Christmas.

Because of your kindness and generosity, students continue to thrive as they develop skills to be competent and caring future women leaders. If you haven’t made your annual gift, we invite you to think of your alma mater and Academy 'ohana before the new year: 
https://www.sacredhearts.org/online-giving

With the holidays upon us and the beginning of 2018 just a few days away, we wish you glorious celebrations with family and friends, and a New Year filled with happiness and success!

With Warmest Aloha.


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Friday, December 1, 2017

Message From Mr. Randy Fong To All Alumnae

Aloha Academy Graduates!

More Info. & RSVP: https://tinyurl.com/SHAAF17
I hope you are enjoying your Fall semester in college. At Sacred Hearts Academy, we are getting ready for our annual Alumnae Forum, which will be held on Tuesday, January 9, 2018. This is a great opportunity for recent graduates like yourself to come back to the Academy and share your college experiences with our  current students. The Forum will be open to students in grades 7 - 12, and the format will be the same as last year with breakout sessions by grade level, including the morning start time.

Keep in mind this date is later than in past years, so some of you may be back on the mainland by the date of the forum. So, let me know either way if you can or can not attend.

The tentative schedule is for the Alumnae Forum to start after morning homeroom. You should be on campus by 7:30AM for a short orientation. The forum will be from 7:55AM to 9:00AM, followed by a hearty breakfast meal and fellowship for all of you, and a mini college fair at recess (40 minutes) at 10:40AM.

Last year we had 35+ graduates returning to our campus for the forum!

More information will follow, but if you are able to attend, please go to: https://tinyurl.com/SHAAF17 to sign up!

If you are able to, please bring brochures, viewbooks, etc., from your college--you can check with the Admissions Office at your college; they will be more than happy to give you materials to distribute to our students.

Good luck on your exams!
-Mr. Fong 

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Monday, November 27, 2017

Lancer Marching Band Performs in Kaimuki Christmas Parade

Located on Waialae Avenue in Kaimuki, Sacred Hearts Academy is a historic Roman Catholic college preparatory school for girls founded in 1909 to serve the needs of early Hawaii Catholics in the former Territory of Hawaii. This school is widely known for being the home of the largest all-girls marching band in the United States.
The marching band won first place in the 2008 Aloha Festivals Parade and in 2012 for the performance of Hawaiian music, and has also performed in the London New Year’s Day Parade in 2009.  The band also makes regular appearances in the Wahiawa Veterans Day Parade, Waikiki Holiday Parade, and the Kaimuki Christmas Parade.
The Kaimuki Business & Professional Association will present the annual Kaimuki Christmas Parade on Thursday, December 7th, 2017 starting at 6:00PM along Waialae Avenue from Saint Louis School/Chaminade University to Koko Head Avenue.
The 69 member marching band includes 60 musicians and 9 color guard and is led by Band Director Keith Higaki, with Drum Major Kacey Chong, Drumline Captain Lauren Chung, and Color Guard Captain Logan Shiroma

They will be performing Christmas Parade Sequence, featuring the popular carols Joy to the WorldGood King Wenceslas, and Hark! The Herald Angels Sing. Show your Lancer spirit and cheer on the #SacredHeartsAcademy ladies! 

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Thursday, November 16, 2017

Leo or Leona the Lion

Ashley Robinson, 1st Grade, Sacred Hearts Academy
Academy 1st graders are learning to “draw from reference,” which means looking at a picture carefully, and drawing what you see. Students practiced using their knowledge of the different line families to determine what type of line to draw next: straight, curved or angled.

Next, they used their imagination to create a more realistic or imaginary setting for the lion. Some really show off their sense of humor by including details like the lions underwear hanging on a hanger in their room, or a heavenly lion on cloud wearing a halo.
Kanoe Kostiha, 1st Grade, Sacred Hearts Academy

Drawings were colored in with markers, and oil pastel for the background. They experimented with using the side of the oil pastel to create a bumpy texture, coloring like a crayon or “smudging”  it for a softer look.

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Wednesday, November 15, 2017

Caring and Kindness of Kupuna Celebrated

To celebrate the special role kupuna play in their lives, students in grades seven to 12 welcomed these special members of their 'ohana to campus on November 15 for the school's annual Grandparent' Day festivities. 

Over 300 kupuna joined their granddaughters for a special program showcasing some of the school's outstanding performing artists before sojourning to classrooms to get a glimpse into student life. They also participated in some fun and spirited activities, including Bingo, "Name That Tune" and even a session making and "personalizing" a Gak-like concoction with bright colors.

The celebration of Academy grandparents continues on November 17 when 300+ kupuna of those in grades Pre-School to six descend on campus!







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Tuesday, October 31, 2017

Coming Together For Good Cause

Wizards, witches and even Wonder Woman were spotted across campus on October 21 as the school 'ohana celebrated Halloween - with a good cause in mind. 

As part of the "Costumes For a Cause" campaign, students donated $3 to "dress-down" or "dress-up" for the day. 

Proceeds from the Lower School will benefit Aloha United Way, and the High School's efforts will go towards the National Catholic Educational Association's Hurricane Relief Fund to assist Catholic Schools devastated by recent storms. 

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Thursday, October 26, 2017

Seniors Host Spooktacular Carnival at Leahi Hospital

On October 25th the Class of 2018 facilitated a Halloween Spooktacular Carnival for the seniors at Leahi Hospital as a part of the annual Senior Class Service Day

Students and seniors played a variety of fun games like, Frankenstein’s Hungry—where participants needed to feed Frankie by shooting rings into his mouth, and Spiderville Mansion where spiders of various sizes where aimed into a window of the house. Another was Matching Mystery where images where the tops and bottoms of characters such as a mummy, witch, werewolf, Frankenstein needed to be match up. 

Residents earned tickets which were redeemed for prizes provided by the Class of 2018. By all accounts, the event was a Spirit-filled experience!

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Wednesday, October 25, 2017

2017 Fright Night Preparations Begin

Excitement filled the air on campus as a hard-working crew of parent and student volunteers began prepping for the annual Fright Night celebration on October 27. Graveyards are popping up here-and-there, spider webs are being spun, pumpkin patches are growing and ghosts are creeping out from doorways!

Over 1000 parents and students are expected for this family-friendly Halloween activity, which is planned, organized and staged by the Academy's dedicated Parent Organization.

Costumes are ready and eager event patrons are looking forward to an awesome treat!

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Does Java Actually Jolt Growth?

As part of their unit on cell division, the "biologists" in AP class recently set out to confirm or cast doubt on the belief that coffee inhibits growth. 

The students soaked pieces of garlic in three different substances - coffee, water and growth hormone and prepared a slide for each sample. Then students carefully studied the reaction in each garlic piece under a microscope. And, using a cell phone they captured a close-up image to document the action and count the instances of cell division.

Their surprising findings? Coffee actually made the garlic "grow more!"
 

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Monday, October 23, 2017

Academy Marching Band Fall/Winter Parade Schedule

A friendly reminder that our Sacred Hearts Academy Marching Band will be practicing in the front parking lot every Tuesday and Thursday starting October 31st thru November 21st from 4PM-5PM. Please follow all safety instructions given by our posted Band Booster Parents as you enter our lot to ensure the safety of our students. Mahalo for your patience and understanding! 

Want to watch them live? Cheer them on at the following upcoming parade performances!

  • Wahiawa Veterans Day Parade
    • Saturday, November 11th at 10AM
  • Waikiki Holiday Parade
    • Friday, November 24th at 7PM
  • Kaimuki Christmas Parade
    • Thursday, December 7th at 6PM

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Friday, October 20, 2017

Cheering For Top Title

The members of the Academy's Varsity and Intermediate Cheerleading squads have been hard at work, practicing and preparing routines since the beginning of this past summer.

Their dedication has paid dividends - the Varsity currently holds first place in the Interscholastic League of Honolulu, and the Intermediate scored consistent competition finishes in the top two.

Buoyed by this momentum, the Academy's cheerleaders will vie for the League Championship TONIGHT at Kamehameha Schools. Best of luck ladies! #GoLancers #SacredHeartsAcademy

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#FunkyFridayFaculty Meet Ms. Kathryn Bickford

It seems only natural that Kathryn Bickford would become an educator after gaining inspiration from her mother, a fellow teacher. In guiding her students, she draws upon her experiences playing collegiate lacrosse for four years, including three appearances at the National Championships, and as a coach for five years. 

The former Massachusetts resident earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Historic Preservation from the University of Mary Washington and holds a Master’s Degree in History from Salem State University. Prior to joining the Academy, she logged six years of teaching stints in Massachusetts and California. 

Bickford thoroughly enjoys reading a good book, engaging in lots of laughter and being outdoors, especially going hiking and to the beach. She also has set a goal to complete the Honolulu Marathon this December, her fifth such race!

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Wednesday, October 18, 2017

Artists Fall Into Spirit of Season

Motivated by the features of fall, the Academy's aspiring artists are channeling the signs and sounds of the season into their festive creations! However, despite Halloween looming soon, the Lower School students are taking their efforts beyond simply recreating classic, iconic characters.

They are delving into history and cultural traditions and the use of varied art tools, techniques and practices, including color theory and mixed media, during the creative process.

These works of art, including the second graders' "Sugar Skulls," based on decor from the celebrations of "Dia Des Los Muertos," or "Day of the Dead," will be unveiled soon - along with a few ghosts too!
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Pink Flags Planted In Tribute of Cancer Awareness

For Breast Cancer Awareness Month observed in October, the High School Student Council spearheaded a special effort recently to increase knowledge of this health ailment, which primarily affects women. 

Lower and High School students were given bright pink flags, on which they wrote a prayer, encouraging quote or the name of a loved one impacted by breast cancer. 

Over the fall break, members of the Council planted these flags near the Performing Arts Center - in the shape of a commemorative ribbon - to spark continued awareness and dialogue about Breast Cancer. 

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Friday, October 13, 2017

Passports Punched & Journalists Are In The Field

Passports in-hand, seven of the Academy's aspiring journalists on the Ka Leo and Lancers Lately staffs landed safely earlier this week in Fuzhou, Fujian, having traveled through Beijing, China!

On the second day of their week-long adventure, the students visited various cultural sites with their "Big Sisters" from Hwa Nan College in Fuzhou, Fujian. 

The group will document their exciting adventures throughout their journeys - stay tuned for when these stories "hit the airwaves!"

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Thursday, October 12, 2017

Robotics Ready to Rock When "Ring" Comes to Campus!

The members of Sacred Hearts Academy's Lower School and Junior High Lancer Robotics teams are enthusiastically preparing venues - and the "Ring" - in eager anticipation of hundreds of people descending on campus for the Airgas Lancer VEX IQ Challenge on October 14

Over 200 students on 38 teams from across the Islands will take on this year's intriguing challenge, "Ringmaster" during the competition. 

Good luck to all the participants, and "mahalo" to all the volunteers who will make this a "solid" weekend!

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Friday, October 6, 2017

#FunkyFridayFaculty Meet Mrs. Gaylen Isaacs

English teacher Mrs. Gaylen Isaacs began her teaching tenure at Sacred Hearts Academy in 1973 immediately after finishing her master's degree at the University of Hawaii at Manoa.  She is a woman of many talents having taught many courses over the years including lower school computer classes, French, Japanese and Spanish.

As many of her students can attest, Mrs. Isaacs is passionate about education and reading. She shared that her love of learning stemmed from two extraordinary English professors she had in college who reinforced her love of reading and expanding her world through their lessons.

What some students and alumnae may not know however is her love of animals. Mrs. Isaacs has had many dogs as pets over the years, most often two at a time since the early 1970s. Since then she has also taken on the role of "neighborhood bird lady", as she feeds the neighborhood doves, cardinals and finches twice a day, even setting up a shallow dish as a makeshift bird bath!

Another little known fact -- in her senior year in high school Mrs. Isaacs was one half of her school's first tennis doubles team. 
"For once in my entire short-lived tennis career, my partner and I beat Punahou. Nobody beat Punahou. While it may not have been Punahou’s first team, it was more than memorable for me and my partner." -Gaylen Isaacs
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Friday, September 29, 2017

#FunkyFridayFaculty Meet Dr. Peter Park

Wouldn't you just love a job that encourages you to use your imagination and lets you play with cool gadgets all day? Dr. Peter ParkSacred Hearts Academy's Robotics and Engineering Teacher, doesn't need to wonder - he lives it every day in the Academy's two Robotics labs. His courses are so popular it isn't uncommon to see the lights on in the lab on weekends and holidays, the room abuzz with chatter from students, parents, alumnae, volunteers and mentors alike - you can't keep them away, Dr. Park's lab is a #STEM playground for all ages!

When Dr. Park isn't in the lab; he often is found traveling the world: Korea, France, Sweden, Italy, Turkey and more! But what many may not know is Mr. Park's love of Harley Davidson motorcycles - his favorite mode of transportation to and from campus. He aspires to go on a few iconic motorcycle road trips; one on Route 66 from LA to Chicago and another in France through their beautiful vineyards.

We all admire Dr. Park's ability to nurture Academy students' interests in engineering, coding, designing and operating robots, through lessons and activities intended to encourage collaboration, research and problem-solving! We wish him and his students the best of luck as they put their skills to the test as they compete in the many local, national and international Robotics and Engineering competitions happening this school year!

#FunkyFridayFaculty Meet Dr. Peter Park

Wouldn't you just love a job that encourages you to use your imagination and lets you play with cool gadgets all day? Dr. Peter Park, Sacred Hearts Academy's Robotics and Engineering Teacher, doesn't need to wonder - he lives it every day in the Academy's two Robotics labs. His courses are so popular it isn't uncommon to see the lights on in the lab on weekends and holidays, the room abuzz with chatter from students, parents, alumnae, volunteers and mentors alike - you can't keep them away, Dr. Park's lab is a #STEM playground for all ages!

When Dr. Park isn't in the lab; he often is found traveling the world: Korea, France, Sweden, Italy, Turkey and more! But what many may not know is Mr. Park's love of Harley Davidson motorcycles - his favorite mode of transportation to and from campus. He aspires to go on a few iconic motorcycle road trips; one on Route 66 from LA to Chicago and another in France through their beautiful vineyards.

We all admire Dr. Park's ability to nurture Academy students' interests in engineering, coding, designing and operating robots, through lessons and activities intended to encourage collaboration, research and problem-solving! We wish him and his students the best of luck as they put their skills to the test as they compete in the many local, national and international Robotics and Engineering competitions happening this school year!


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Tuesday, September 26, 2017

2nd Graders Explore Warm & Cool Colors

A visit to the Sacred Hearts Academy lower school Art Cabinet display of "Warm & Cool Suns" is the perfect way to brighten your day!

The 2nd Grade colorful sun mosaic art project explored different ways of drawing a sun. Students then turned they’re drawings into a mosaic by painting watered down glue onto alternating colored tissue paper focusing on "warm" and "cool" colors.


"Suns are a fun thing to draw because there are so many variations. The rays can be straight lines, wavy lines, or even triangles!" -Ms. Malia Urie, Lower School Art Teacher

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Friday, September 22, 2017

#FunkyFridayFaculty Meet Mrs. Shelly Spence

Prior to joining the Academy as a Sixth Grade English teacher Mrs. Spence served as the first female Rescue Swimmer in the U.S. Navy, and previously taught at neighboring schools Mid-Pacific Institute and Linapuni Elementary. She holds an undergraduate degree in History from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, a post graduate degree in Kinesiology and Physical Education from the University of Maryland, and a M.A.T. in Teaching K-6 from Chaminade University.

Mrs. Spence, fondly remembers her first year at the Academy. During a particularly hectic day Mrs. Spence jokingly asked her students to help her "find her sanity". Later that day, her students asked her take a seat as they wanted to present her with something - a piece of paper stating "Here's your sanity". The thoughtful action of her students brought a smile to Mrs. Spence's face, and she continues to proudly display the memento in her classroom to this day. 

Mrs. Spence looks forward to the 6th Grade cross content collaboration activity "Heritage Day" that will take place in October. In addition to her love of teaching, Mrs. Spence also is passionate about keeping active - she is certified in scuba diving and a certified instructor of both yoga and strength and conditioning. 

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Wednesday, September 20, 2017

Academy Stage & Screen Students attend Ragtime at DHT


Ragtime, Diamond Head Theatre - Preview Night 9/20
Now Showing: September 22 thru October 15, 2017
On September 20th, twenty-five Academy students comprising of Mrs. Chloe Smith's "Stage & Screen" students and Mr. Zachary Moore's choir students graciously accepted the invitation extended by Diamond Head Theatre to attend a preview production of Ragtime. Ragtime is a magnificent and deeply moving musical that tells the story of three ethnic groups in the United States in the early 20th century.

Mrs. Smith established a relationship with DHT several years ago, and ever since then, the theatre has been generously donating preview production tickets to Sacred Hearts Academy girls. Much thanks and gratitude to Diamond Head Theatre for providing these outstanding opportunities for our students to enjoy a high-caliber production at a vibrant local theater in the company of friends.

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Tuesday, September 19, 2017

Academy’s College Counselor is one of Hawai’i’s finest

Randy Fong joined the Academy staff in 1998 as freshman advisor and college counselor. 

His devotion to his responsibilities, his heart-felt concern for each student and his persistent passion in working towards his mission of ensuring that every Academy graduate has viable options for college is recognized by students, parents, college recruiters and his colleagues throughout the state of Hawai’i. 

His role as a college counselor begins when students enter Junior High, and he works with the school’s counseling team to prepare them for thinking about career possibilities, strengths, interests and goal-setting. 

However, at junior year, efforts shift to a “higher plane.” Then, he not only assists families “find the right fit” for college, but he also helps them decipher the complicated layers to financing higher education. 

In addition, Fong spearheads the Academy’s Early College Program, which allows students to take classes to earn college credits towards a degree while in high school; this year 47 students are enrolled. 

He also is the “force” behind the success of the Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) Program at Saint Louis and Punahou Schools. And who is he as a person? No matter what the task, the University of Hawai’i and University of San Diego graduate always has a positive and joyous disposition that genuinely impacts his students. 

His colleagues jokingly tell him he never walks, he is always running! Fong’s reply is always, “It is my passion to see students succeed, and I have to move quickly!”

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Friday, September 15, 2017

#FunkyFridayFaculty Meet Ms. Alyssa Okimoto

Growing up without a television in her household, Alyssa Okimoto spent a great deal of time at the local library, which fostered her life-long love for books and literature. 

Prior to joining the Academy, Okimoto served as a Librarian at Punahou School, where she is an alumna and also participated in track and field. Her work experience includes stints at the Hawai’i State and various other Public Libraries around the Island. 

Okimoto holds an undergraduate degree in History from the University of British Columbia and a Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science from the University of Hawai’i at Manoa.

An avid lover of being outdoors, she can often be found diving, fishing or surfing and even traveled to Indonesia to “catch waves.”

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Tuesday, September 12, 2017

Coming Soon: Sister Act

Sacred Hearts Academy will bring to the stage the Broadway musical “Sister Act” at the Dr. Richard T. Mamiya Theatre this November. 

Sister Act is the feel-good musical comedy smash based on the hit 1992 film that had audiences jumping to their feet! Featuring original music by Tony- and eight-time Oscar winner, Alan Menken (Newsies, Beauty and the Beast, Little Shop of Horrors), this uplifting musical was nominated for five Tony Awards, including Best Musical. 

When a disco diva witnesses a murder, she is put in protective custody in the one place the cops are sure she won't be a found: a convent! Disguised as a nun, she finds herself at odds with both the rigid lifestyle and uptight Mother Superior. Using her unique disco moves and singing talent to inspire the choir, she breathes new life into the church and community but, in doing so, blows her cover. The gang soon chases after her, only to find themselves up against the power of her newly found sisterhood. 

Filled with powerful gospel music, outrageous dancing and a truly moving story, Sister Act will leave you breathless. Experience this sparkling tribute to the universal power of friendship. Sister Act is reason to REJOICE!

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Friday, September 8, 2017

Legacy Members Celebrate & Paint The Night Away

Toni Maurice, '87, and daughter Tehana Maurice, '25
This year’s Legacy Dinner on September 8 differed from the formal programs held in years past, with participants able to “Paint the Night Away.” The evening was interactive with the Legacy members – students and their mothers and grandmothers who are Academy graduates – receiving step-by-step instructions to paint a beautiful ocean scene featuring a mermaid on canvas.

Pupu refreshments and the canvases, 
acrylic paint and other supplies were sponsored by the Academy’s Parent Organization and Development Office, with the art lesson instruction provided by Paint The Night Away Hawai’iSome of the 80 participants worked on solo projects while some relatives worked together to contribute to the family’s final product.

Avianna Cook, '28, and her mom Kimberly Delos Santos Cook, '00
No matter what colors or technique attendees employed, all were thrilled not only to foster fellowship with other Legacy honorees, but to have a one-of-a kind masterpiece to take home as well!

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