Video Production PSA by Ka Leo Staffer Qualifies for Youth Finals

Reagan Ramirez, Leilani Ostrowski,
Kirsten Aoyagi and Aubree Davis

“Bruised,” a video public service announcement (PSA) developed by Kirsten Aoyagi, was one of over 1,500 pieces submitted in this year’s ‘Olelo Youth Xchange Student Video Competition.
Aoyagi’s well-crafted script and proficient filming and editing qualities earned her anti-bullying production one of three PSA finalists spots in the Xchange contest. The junior’s quality piece, which also earned finalist honors in the “Inspired in Hawai’i” contest, was recognized at the Xchange Competition Awards Banquet on April 24. Aoyagi (second from right) was joined at the Banquet by the “talent” in the PSA, (left) Reagan Ramirez, Leilani Ostrowski and Aubree Davis.

Watch "Bruised": https://vimeo.com/297220234


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Ka Leo Named 2nd Best Newspaper In State (Again!)

The Sacred Hearts Academy Ka Leo editorial team was named 2nd Best Newspaper in the State (again!) at the 2019 Hawaii High School Journalism Awards (HHSJA) luncheon, held April 17 at the Pagoda Hotel.

In addition, our students brought home numerous First in State Awards including: News, Features, Profile, Column, Blog, Infographic and Multimedia. Special congratulations to Martha Nicholas, '19, on being named Most Valuable Staffer!

Sacred Hearts Academy Ka Leo Staff

• Kristen Aoyagi
• Mercedes Anacleto
• Monica Kenny
• Ragelle Lumapas
• Shelby Mattos
• Rebecca Meyer
• Noe Nekotani
• Martha Nicholas 
• Milena Ordonez
• Tyra Tabayoyong

To participate in this award-winning publication, Academy students should speak to their counselor or Mrs. Alyssa Myers to join the Ka Leo team!

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Lancer of the Month: Ashli Sordillia, '19

Congratulations to Lancer of the Month Ashli Sordillia, ‘19, a member of the Lancer Athletics Varsity Softball Team and the Academy's Trimble Scholars!

"She is a great representation of what a student-athlete should be. On the field she is a great leader, teammate, competitor, and big sister. She leads by remaining positive, working hard, being respectful, picking up her teammates, and always putting the team before herself." -Softball Coach 

"She is a wonderful personality, bright, hardworking, diligent, positive, humble, and respected by all." -Academy Teachers

Ashli is a joy to be around and tends to be the “mother hen” looking after the emotional needs of her classmates.  She is quick to share humor and welcome people into her friend group. Congratulations Ashli on being named April's Lancer of the Month!

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Academy 'Ohana Supports St. Baldrick's Foundation

Sacred Hearts Academy invites you to show your support of Academy Alumnae, Dr. Desiree Medeiros Glaser, '82, Alana Glaser, '18, and current sophomore, Alyse Glaser, '21, in their family effort to raise awareness and funds for the St. Baldrick's Foundation! 

Both Desiree and her husband, Dr. Darryl Glaser are Pediatric Oncologists at the Kapiolani Children’s Blood and Cancer Center. Their children, Alana and Alyse, have grown up knowing children with cancer and the devastating effects cancer can have, and are excited to join their mom and dad in support of these brave warriors and show their support toward Conquering Childhood Cancers. This year, the entire Glaser 'ohana has volunteered to shave their heads to raise money for Childhood Cancer Research and to show solidarity with children with cancer.


“The St. Baldrick’s Foundation is a volunteer and donor powered charity committed to supporting the most promising research to find cures for childhood cancers and give survivors long and healthy lives.” Since 2005, St. Baldrick’s has funded over $258,000,000 in research grants for Childhood Cancer Research with Honolulu events contributing to over $680,000 for the St. Baldrick’s Foundation. 


Join them at the 9th Annual Honolulu St Baldrick’s Event on April 28, 2019 at Mai Tai Bar at Ala Moana Shopping Center at 12 noon to 4 pm.


Ways to support:

1. Become a shavee.
2. Donate to one of the following links:

• www.stbaldricks.org/participants/alysegoesbald
• www.stbaldricks.org/participants/alanagoesbald2019
• www.stbaldricks.org/participants/drdes

3. Attend the event and cheer the Glasers on!
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