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Wahiawa, HI · Education
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Seabury Hall wins program’s first-ever state DII volleyball title
Maui’s Seabury Hall clinched the program’s first-ever state Division II volleyball title. The top-seeded Lady Spartans secured the Hawaiʻi High School Athletic Association’s DII Girls Volleyball State Championship with a 3-1 victory over the third-seeded Waipahu Marauders on Friday, Oct. 30, 2026, at the Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu.
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Aliamanu’s 6th annual Amazing Shake teaches skills for success beyond the classroom
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Students at Aliamanu Middle School are gaining hands-on experience in essential life and professional skills through the school’s sixth annual Amazing Shake competition. Modeled after the national competition created by the Ron Clark Academy, the event challenges elementary and middle school students to master core soft...
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Campbell Sabers rematch against top-ranked Kapolei, sticking together as a team no matter what the outcome
KAPOLEI, Hawaii (Island News) -- It's more than just a game. Two top teams… one big matchup… and a lot on the line. “Anybody can beat anybody. It's all about who's going to show up and play, and we're up for the task,” said DJ Johnson, head coach of the Campbell High School Sabers.
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Chaminade University awarded $2.2 million federal grant for nursing workforce development
The Health Resources and Services Administration has awarded a $2.2 million federal grant to Chaminade University’s Nursing Program for workforce development. Chaminade University was the only institution in Hawai‘i to be awarded an HRSA grant this year, the university said. “The funds will undoubtedly help address Hawaiʻi’s nursing...
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Imua Welcomes New Faculty to ‘Iolani
Imua welcomes some of the new faculty members for the 2026-27 school year. Learn about 9 of the newest faces on campus by reading the stories below!. Teaching to Blacksmithing: All About Mr. Christopher Falk. Energetic Math Teacher Mrs. Ching Returns to ‘Iolani. From International Passions to ‘Iolani, Mr....
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Two Kealakehe High School graduates earn prestigious U.S. Presidential Scholars honor
HONOLULU — U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon announced Daniel Chen and Zachariah Smith, both Kealakehe High School Class of 2026 graduates, as two of three Hawaiʻi U.S. Presidential Scholars. This marks the first time two students from the same Hawaiʻi public school have earned the prestigious national recognition in the same year.
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When the Storm Hits Home
When hurricanes threaten Hawaii, preparation becomes important for families and communities. At Moanalua High School, students and teachers have many struggles, so preparing for the severe weather is vital– from gathering emergency supplies at home to making plans with families. Looking back at these past experiences can help everyone prepare for the future storms.
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Energetic Math Teacher Mrs. Ching Returns to ‘Iolani
Mrs. Kelli Ching ’09, a new math teacher here at ‘Iolani, has a bright smile and a competitive spirit. As a former ‘Iolani volleyball player, Mrs. Ching still enjoys watching games with her son, but these days, her focus is on helping students. After being at Aiea Intermediate School for 13 years, she hopes to not only teach her students about math, but also make it enjoyable and show new life lessons.
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Humble off the field, Waipahu’s Braun lets his play do the talking
There isn’t much about Jayse Braun’s demeanor that would suggest he’s one of the most dangerous offensive weapons in Hawai‘i high school football — until he leaves defenders chasing after him in the end zone. At 5-foot-10 and 165 pounds, the Waipahu sophomore is soft-spoken,...
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Built Ford Tough Matchup: Kapolei vs. Campbell in OIA Playoffs
A showdown between the state’s top-ranked team and the defending state champions headlines this week’s Built Ford Tough Matchup on Cover2: Hawaii High School Football Weekly, as Kapolei and Campbell prepare to square off in the OIA Open Division tournament semifinals. The Hurricanes enter the matchup ranked No. 1 in the Cover2 state rankings, riding […]
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Mr. Javin Ishihara Basks in ‘Iolani’s One Team Spirit
On the outside, Mr. Javin Ishihara seems laid back and chill, but during conversations, he effortlessly radiates an easy going and approachable aura. Mr. Ishihara teaches seventh grade Pre-Algebra and eighth grade Algebra 1. As the newest addition to ‘Iolani’s Upper School Math Department, Mr. Ishihara is embracing the One Team spirit and hopes to continue coaching volleyball after he did so at Maryknoll. When he was younger, Mr. Ishihara’s math journey wasn’t exactly set in stone, but a good math teacher helped set him up for success and that is what he plans to do for ‘Iolani students.
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Uncredited threats prompt evacuations at Oahu schools
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Several Oahu schools received anonymous phone threats, prompting evacuations Friday. Iolani School and Waikiki Elementary received the anonymous calls just before 2 p.m. The Hawaii State Department of Education said police were immediately notified and those at Waikiki Elementary were evacuated to a designated off-campus location as...
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How To Encourage Hawaiʻi’s Young Talent Back Home
As I approach mid-term projects and assessments, I realize I haven’t told my grandmother that I am a student at Harvard University. I can envision the conversation: us seated on the living room daybed, the cat watching the mail being delivered from the windowsill. My grandmother, whose world revolves around working in the garden, watching a Filipino drama, and securing things on sale at Longs, may not fully understand what Harvard University is or what it means to attend.
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OHA Trustees Visit Hawaiʻi Island, Hold Meetings in Hilo
HAWAIʻI ISLAND - The Office of Hawaiian Affairs also visited the Hawaiian language immersion charter school, Ke Kula ʻO Nāwahīokalaniʻōpuʻu Iki in Keaʻau. (BIVN) – The Office of Hawaiian Affairs Board of Trustees is meeting in East Hawaiʻi this week, and holding two public meetings at the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo.
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Le Jardin Academy closed Friday due to Hawaiian Electric campus repairs
KAILUA, Hawaii (Island News) -- Le Jardin Academy will be closed on Friday due to Hawaiian Electric repairs on campus. Parents and guardians of students were notified that classes will not be in session on Friday, Oct. 30. Hawaiian Electric will be repairing one of its main electrical distribution lines that serves the campus.
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Molokai schools to reopen Thursday after flooding prompted closures
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - All public schools on Molokai are expected to reopen Thursday after flooded roads forced them to close Wednesday. The campuses included Molokai High, Molokai Middle, Kaunakakai Elementary, Kilohana Elementary and Maunaloa Elementary. Kualapuu Public Charter School, Ke Kula Kaiapuni o Kualapuu, also closed and will likely reopen...
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UH Law School brings recruitment events to Maui and Kauaʻi
12 p.m. – 1 p.m. AND. Kaua‘i Community College, Learning Resource Center 201. These sessions offer an invaluable opportunity for prospective students to meet the law school’s admissions team, ask questions, and gain insight into the Richardson experience. Representatives from the law school will provide an overview of the program details, admission requirements, application process, timelines, and scholarships. They will be available to answer any specific questions you may have. Attendees will also learn about unique programs such as Native Hawaiian Law, Pacific-Asian Legal Studies, and Richardson’s leadership in environmental law.
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Kapolei, Waipahu, Kalaheo remain at the top of Cover2 State Rankings heading into league semifinal weekend
The latest Cover2 & Popeyes Hawaiʻi High School Football State Rankings remain unchanged across all three divisions, but with league championship semifinals scheduled throughout the islands this week, a shakeup could be on the horizon. Kapolei maintains the No. 1 spot in the Open Division, followed by Mililani, Kahuku, Campbell and Kamehameha. In Division I, […]