Jolie Chee Competes In IMG Academy Junior World Championships

How did you spend your summer? Jolie Chee, Academy 8th Grader, spent her summer competing in the IMG Academy Junior World Championships held in San Diego, California. 

To receive an invitation to compete, Jolie played in a two day tournament on the Island of Kauai, placing in the top five!  The IMG Academy Junior World Championships lasted three days, with Jolie shooting a four over par 76 on the first day. On the second day she shot a two over par 74; followed by a seven over 79 on the final day. In all, Jolie placed 22nd out of 100 participants, and was named the top 11-12 year old from Hawaii!

Jolie shares, "Playing in this tournament taught me knew skills about patience and persistence, I will use the new skills I learned to better myself in both intermediate and varsity golf in the coming years." Way to go Jolie, we look forward to following you on your future endeavors in athletics!

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Aubree Davis Earns Silver in China at Global Natural History Day

Sacred Hearts Academy sophomore Aubree Davis earned a Silver Medal for her presentation on Bees at Global Natural History Day in Chongqing China, July 19-25. Davis’s research explored the critical role bees play in food pollination, the global economic impact of bees, and factors contributing to causing a worldwide decline in bee populations. She provided an analysis of the loss of pollinators on the world’s food supply and offered solutions for addressing the decline. Sacred Hearts Academy Social Studies teacher Kinga Wojitas served as the advisor on the project and accompanied Davis to China.

Teams from 90 countries throughout Asia, China and the United States participated in this year’s GNHD, presenting topics relating to the theme, “Scale of Nature: Micro to Macro.” The challenge given to students was to explore a science-related topic by conducting in-depth research using reliable information and rigorous analysis. Students shared their understanding of science by presenting their analysis to a panel of scientists, researchers, and educators.

The educational program is presented by the Behring Global Education Foundation. Global National History Day is an international educational program designed to inspire elementary and middle school students’ interest in natural science and history.

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In Loving Memory of Andrea Cummings Hamilton, '68

Sacred Hearts Academy,  St. Margaret Mary Chapel
3253 Waialae Avenue, Honolulu, Hawaii 96816

Sacred Hearts Academy​ is saddened with the news of the sudden and unexpected passing of Andrea Cummings Hamilton, '68, on Friday, July 21st, 2017. 

Visitation & Mass
Sacred Hearts Academy
St. Margaret Mary Chapel

Friday, August 4th, 2017

10:00am - Visitation
1:00pm- Memorial Mass 

Aloha attire suggested. Light refreshments to follow. The family will be holding a private scattering of ashes at a later date.

We share our sincerest condolences, love and aloha with her daughter, Makena, '10, and the entire Cummings & Hamilton 'Ohana.

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Weinberg Foundation Awards $180,000 to Sacred Hearts Academy Funds for Ka Lei ‘Ike Program

The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation has awarded Sacred Hearts Academy $180,000, over a six-year period, to support the Ka Lei ‘Ike (Embrace the Knowledge) Program. The Program’s goal is to provide Palolo Elementary and Jarrett Middle School girls an opportunity to gain academic knowledge, develop self-confidence and citizenship skills, and successfully transition to high school and beyond.

As Head of School Betty White shares, “Ten new students are added to the program each year starting in the 4^th grade and participation continuing through eighth grade. We are appreciative that the Weinberg Foundation is making possible the Academy-Palolo-Jarret connection, part of a national movement,Private Schools with a Public Purpose.”

The educational program for 40 students (grades 4-7) is in its fourth year this summer. Throughout the summer session, the girls are immersed in intensive reading, math, and leadership training. They take electives from a variety of offerings such as: Robotics, Coding, Minecraft, Playwriting, Clay Sculpting, and Sports.  Although the participants only attend the Sacred Hearts Academy summer sessions, the girls' progress is closely monitored in their respective schools during the regular school year.

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Ka Lei 'Ike 2017

#SacredHeartsAcademy Ka Lei 'Ike Program 2017 Participants

The Ka Lei 'Ike ("To embrace knowledge") program is a superb private and public school partnership between Sacred Hearts Academy, Palolo Elementary School, and William P Jarrett Middle School in conjunction with the national Private Schools with a Public Purpose movement.

In 2017, the Ka Lei 'Ike program was gifted partial funding from The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation, Inc., care of Gailene Wong, allowing the Academy to continue it’s work with current and future participants. Mahalo nui loa for your generous support! Congratulations ladies on a job well done this summer - we look forward to seeing you again next year! #SacredHeartsAcademy #GoLancers #PrivateSchoolsPublicPurpose #KaLeiIke

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