A Prayer For A New School Year

Lord, we thank you for the unique gifts of every new and returning Sacred Hearts Academy student and their families as we transition into a new school year. 

Fill each of our girls with fresh enthusiasm and a heart that is excited to learn and grow. 

Cover them with your enduring love, give them confidence and grace, and equip them with the ability to persevere. 

Bless our teachers with wisdom, understanding and a heart to serve as we embark on this journey together. Amen. #GoLancers #SacredHeartsAcademy

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A Thanksgiving Prayer

Psalm 9:2-3 tells us "I will praise you, LORD, with all my heart;
I will declare all your wonderous deeds. I will delight and rejoice in you;
I will sing hymns to your name, Most High."

As we celebrate Thanksgiving with family and friends and enter the Advent and Christmas liturgical seasons, let’s remember and thank God for all He has provided us.

We give thanks to God for grace He gives each one of us.

We give thanks to God for loving families, caring friends, and welcoming homes in a country that values gratitude, generosity, and service to one another.

We give thanks to God for the gift of Catholic education, especially for Sacred Hearts Academy and the mission of the Congregation of the Sisters of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary.

We give thanks to God for our vocation of teaching God’s children alongside all of our colleagues, an amazing team of dedicated educators and administrators who work together to help our students grow closer to Him.

We wish safe travels for all who are going to see loved ones near and far over the long weekend. And we leave our Academy 'ohana with this prayer of Thanksgiving. Have a truly blessed weekend.

Father, all powerful,Your gifts of love are countlessAnd your goodness infinite;As we we come before you on Thanksgiving DayWith gratitude for your kindness,Open our hearts to have concernFor every man, woman, and child,So that we may share your gifts in loving service.Through our Lord Jesus Christ your Son,Who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,One God, for ever and ever. Amen.

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Fifth Grade Retreats Together

The fifth graders explored the concept, gleaned from Winnie the Pooh and friends, that “A Friend Is the Nicest Thing That You Have,” the theme of their Class Retreat on August 31. 

With assistance from members of the High School Living In Faith Experience (LIFE) team and Sr. Katherine Francis Miller, '57, ss.cc., who organized the day, the 42 fifth graders delved into all things related to “friendship,” including how to bring out the qualities each appreciates in her friends. They also explored the individual characteristics needed to be a good friend to others. 

To reinforce these concepts, the students participated in activities that required them to work together and support one another to reach the end goal. 

This was the first Class Retreat experience for the students, and they enjoyed building their friendships with peers and being “mentored” by the LIFE team.
 
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Academy Students Hold "Somebunny Loves You" Easter Celebration

Academy students involved in the O.U.R. Club, Interact Club and N.H.S. recently prepared an Easter celebration for the children of Loliana Hale. The annual Easter party is designed to let the children of Loliana Hale know “Somebunny Loves You.”

Approximately 35 children participated in an Easter egg hunt, received rabbit ears and bunny noses and
enjoyed a special visit with the Easter bunny! Among the plethora of activities available was a water balloon game, bubbles and sidewalk chalk art. The afternoon concluded with a sweet treat of brownies and ice cream.

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Sisters Celebrate Academy's 106th Birthday

It was only appropriate that an enthusiastic week of celebrating the 106th anniversary of Sacred Hearts Academy end where it all started—with the Sisters of the Sacred Hearts. A group of administrators and students visited on Sunday evening with whom Sr. Helene Wood calls the “Golden Sisters” and also some who are still active in the school. Most of these ladies have many years of teaching at the Academy and take great delight in hearing about current happenings from today’s students.

1st row, seated: Sister Marie Dominic Reantaso, Sister Jane Frances Leandro, Sister Julie Louise Thevenin, Sister Anne Marie Tamanaha, Sister Angela Gregorio.

2nd row, standing: Sister Mary Josephine Araki, Sister Regina Jenkins, Sister Georgene Perry, Sister Helene Wood, Sister Katherine Francis Miller, Sister Irene Barboza, Sister Dolores Marie Pavao, Sister Vandana Narajan.

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Start a Fire in Our Souls

“Start a Fire in Our Souls!” The Mass of Holy Spirit was celebrated this morning at Sacred Hearts Academy! It is in one spirit that the Academy 'ohana gathered together for First Friday Mass in celebration of the word of the Lord. A special mahalo goes out to Sacred Hearts Academy's Campus Ministry for organizing this morning's mass with Sr. Irene, Sr. Katherine Francis, Fr. Tony Biswas, ss.cc. and the Academy's 2015 LIFE Team.

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When Life Gives You Lemons

"When life gives you lemons..."

The Academy's Senior Class women learned to complete this phrase as they spent their final overnight retreat at St. Anthony Retreat Center on April 23 to 24.  The 120 young women enjoyed quality time with one another thanking God for the blessings of the past years, rejoicing in the present and looking forward to the adventures beyond high school.  

Senior advisor, Leilani Asuncion Tagupa, '91 and the retreat team led by Sr. Katherine Francis Miller, '57, prepared a memorable slate of activities to assure each young woman of her special place in the hearts and minds of her peers, her teachers, and all who shared life with her at the Academy.  The blessings of the Hearts of Jesus and Mary be on each one!

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Celebrating Catholic Schools Week

Sacred Hearts Academy joins Catholic Schools across the United States and Hawaii in celebrating Catholic schools in January. Over 8,000 schools nationwide joined in celebrating the gift of their unique educational system.

As the state celebrates over 160 years of outstanding Catholic education in the islands, there are 42 Catholic schools providing education to over 15,000 students in 24 elementary schools, ten early learning centers, seven high schools, and a university. Collectively, Hawaii’s Catholic schools serve a ‘rainbow’ of ethnic, economic and religious backgrounds. 

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Distinguished Young Women of Hawaii Scholarship Finals

The Distinguished Young Women of Hawaii Scholarship Finals will be taking place at the Sacred Hearts Academy Auditorium on Sunday, February 8th at 1 PM. Pre-sale tickets are available from any participant or you may email dywhawaii@yahoo.com. Tickets at the door will be $25. 

This year, Sacred Hearts Academy has three young women competing for the Distinguished Young Women of Hawaii Scholarship. You can see their profiles and the profiles of the other contestants on the organization's Facebook Page. Angelyn Tabalba, Megan Garcia and Angelique Racpan are our three finalists are seniors and their profiles on the Distinguished Young Women of Hawaii Facebook Page are embedded are below. 

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Post by Distinguished Young Women of Hawaii.

Post by Distinguished Young Women of Hawaii.

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Week of celebrations focused on LIFE

The Living In Faith Experience (LIFE) team spearheaded Catholic Schools Week festivities from January 26 to 29 with daily events that celebrated LIFE as well.

Following their social justice theme for the year, “Water Conservation,”  a spirited assembly for those in grades seven to 12 kicked off the week, which also included a lunch praise and worship session and a water awareness activity.

Lower School students started the week with “A Trip Down Memory Lane,” sharing their favorite memory of the Academy and expressing why they enjoy attending a Catholic School.

The week’s activities for grades seven to 12 culminated on January 29 with the annual LIFE Mass, before the High School students, attired in class shirts and sneakers, set off for the traditional LIFE Walk to Palolo Valley District Park where the students participated in fun activities focused on class bonding and enjoying LIFE!

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Loliana Hale Children Experience Christmas Joy

Santa went to Loliana Hale in an orange Jeep with elves from Sacred Hearts Academy. Gifts prepared by homerooms were distributed to the 89 children amidst the singing of Christmas carols and the jousting of a piñata. Everyone had a wonderful time sharing in the Christmas spirit.

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"...it’s Christmas!” - Our Christmas Paraliturgy

“Lift up your voices, sing out: it’s Christmas!”,  the dancers proclaimed at the conclusion of Monday's prayer service. In beautiful readings, songs and dances, the story of God’s saving

work was retold. The rousing “Joy to the World” sung by the entire student body shouted out the true meaning of the season.

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