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CONGRATULATIONS HALEY FUJIWARA BOWLING PLAYER OF THE YEAR!
After a very successful season and placing 8th overall at States with a score of 1294 pins, Haley Fujiwara was named OIA East Girls Player of the Year!
CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL OF OUR OIA EAST ALL STAR TEAMS
Air Riflery
1st Team – Reef Tolosa, Rowen Balagtas
Bowling
1st Team – Chase Kawada, Haley Fujiwara
Cross Country
1st Team – Rachel Hamasaki, Jocelyn Thomas
2nd Team – Rocco Calandra, Lucien Dolatre, Kael Lawler
FOOTBALL SHUTS DOWN THE WOLFPACK, 30 – 0, MOVING ON TO THE SEMIS!
Congratulations football Cougars on a comeback W over Pac 5 this past Saturday. They now move on to play Kauai High at Vindinha Stadium, Kauai on Saturday, November 23rd. Jesse Shinagawa was named impact player of the game. Read more about the game from ScoringLive, Kaiser blanks No.13 PAC-5, advances to face Kauai.
Let’s go Cougars!
JUST SERVE CLUB SPECIAL WICKED EVENT, NOVEMBER 22ND @ WARD & CANNED FOOD DRIVE!
Hi Cougars & Cougars’ Families! The Just Serve club invites you to join them on Friday, November 22nd, 6:15pm-9:45pm. Families & friends can enjoy the movie Wicked, on opening night at 7pm so come dressed up as your favorite Wicked character for a prize or come as you are & bring a bag of canned food for the Cauldron-With-a-Cause that’ll be donated to Palama Settlement to families & people in need. Tickets can ONLY be purchased online. You can scan the QR code or go to this link to purchase tickets:
If you’re unable to make it, please consider sponsoring a seat for an at-risk youth from Pearl Haven, where youth have been rescued & healing from trafficking or RYSE, homeless youth. When sponsoring a seat, type sponsor in the name field OR you can donate a bag of canned food to the designated Just Serve bin in the office. Buy your tickets today! See you there! Thank you for your support!
WASHINGTON D.C. TRIP
Any students interested in traveling to our Nation's Capital, and meet with our representatives on Capitol Hill?
It's not too late to sign up for the Washington DC trip!
As students tour our nation’s capital and forge new, lasting friendships, they have the chance to:
- - Discuss current issues with experts, policymakers, and members of Congress or their staff;
- - Explore Capitol Hill and witness a live congressional committee hearing to see how policy is crafted;
- - Engage in meaningful discussions with peers from around the country and debate the most pressing issues facing our nation in a Mock Congress;
- - Visit and study the famous monuments and memorials, world-renowned museums, and hallowed institutions that define our history; and
- - Get a glimpse of diplomacy by visiting an embassy and meeting an ambassador or diplomat.*
If you are interested, please see Ms. Puu in C202 or Mr. Higa in C203 for more information.
MATH TUTORING FROM THE MATH TEAM
Need extra help in math as the end of the semester ends? Kaiser's Math Team is offering after school math tutoring sessions during the first week of December (from Monday the 2nd, to Friday the 6th; except Wednesday). If you need help studying for your finals or looking for a math homework tutor, please sign up here: https://forms.gle/LE27mZCWMPaBR73V7 (QR code also in the flyer).
FRESHMAN CLASS DAY, DECEMBER 6TH
Kaiser Class of 2028! Join us on Friday, December 6, for our holiday-themed Freshman Class Day. It will be in the library during periods 2 and 3. We will watch a movie, play games, have snacks and pizza, and there will be a professional photo booth. The cost is only $5.00. Forms and money will be collected from November 20th to the 27th during lunch behind the library. Forms must be signed by a parent/guardian and your 2nd and 3rd period teachers. No forms or payment will be accepted after November 27, so don't miss out. FRESHMAN CLASS DAY PERMISSION FORM
KAISER HIGH SCHOOL WINTER FANTASY**Ext. Deadline November 22nd**
Friday, December 6th, 5:30 - 10:00pm
Our Winter Fantasy is on December 6, at the Japanese Cultural Center in the Manoa Grand Ballroom. The event is open to all Kaiser students, and the cost to attend is $60. Join us for a great evening of dinner, entertainment, and dancing! Form and money collection will take place in A101, during recess and lunch. Table sign-ups will be November 20-22. Click here for more information and the required permission forms: Winter Fantasy Info and Forms
MANICURE AND PEDICURE FUNDRAISER – THE NAILERY HAWAII KAI
*Note change in price Spa Pedicure* The class of 2025 is selling Manicure and Pedicures. 10% of your purchase will benefit the Class of 2025. Please see Ms. Pu’u in C202, or a senior leadership student to purchase. Basic manicure is $20. Spa pedicure $45. Mahalo for supporting the Class of 2025 and the Nailery Hawaii Kai.
NEW STANDARDS FOR HONOR GRADUATE STATUS
Classes of 2027 and 2028 Cougars and ʻohana, please see Principal Mewʻs letter regarding completion of MYP Personal Project to qualify as an Honor Graduate. Please see letter here: IB MYP Personal Project
ROBOTICS SEEKING PARENT VOLUNTEER JUDGES FOR KAISER TOURNAMENT
Saturday, December 28th
Kaiser Robotics will be hosting their first ever robotics tournament. We are seeking judges who will speak with the teams about their robot design and function. No experience necessary. Please email [email protected] to participate.
P.A.C.T. ANNUAL HOLIDAY DRIVE - NOVEMBER 18TH – DECEMBER 2ND
For the last 9 years, Kaiser High School participates in the Parents and Children Together donation drive. PACT serves over 15,000 families in need across Oʻahu. Items needed the most are hygienic items, feminine producs, toiletries etc. See list below:
WHEN: Nov. 18 - Dec. 2 // Nov. 23rd Sat. Community Collection Site @ Kaiser High.
All collections need to be organized and prepped for pick-up in H102 by 12/4
WHERE: Each KAP class will be given a box for students of all classes to work together to fill on or shortly after Nov. 12th.
WHAT: hygienic items, feminine products, toiletries, etc. P.A.C.T. Hawaii always stresses that during the holiday season, families find themselves in need of the necessities because most people naturally focus on toys. They'll take those, too, in addition to new clothes, art supplies and books. But they request the focus be on hygiene items.
CLASS OF 2025 CAP & GOWN ORDERS
Deadline to order, November 20th
Time to order your Cap & Gown to prepare for graduation 2025! Unfortunately, you may not reuse a previous gown as the color or style maybe different. Also, the cords, graduation cap and tassel come together as a unit.
To purchase just the Cap & Gown unit for $48.40 + tax and shipping go to: Cap & Gown
To see other optional packages, go to: Kaiser Cap & Gown Packages
COUGAR SPIRIT WEAR OPEN YEAR ROUND!
Check out our newest Cougar Wear with many different logo options; men, women and keiki styles and accessories! Go to Cougar Wear today to get geared up for the new school year.
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PTSA and PROJECT GRAD
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COLLEGE & CAREER
SCHOLARSHIPS!
Seniors and Juniors, a wealth of scholarships are awaiting for your application. Get a head start now so you don’t miss any deadlines! Click here: Scholarships
COLLEGE VISITS in H101, unless otherwise noted, please sign up on Scoir
For more information, register for off campus visits, and to see a full list of visits, click here: College Visits
11/19 – UH Mānoa College Opportunities Program, 11:30am
11/25 – Meet KCC admissions counselor, 11:30am and 12:10pm
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OPPORTUNITIES AND CONTESTS
STEM CAMP FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS ONLY
When: February 15 – 17
Applications due: November 30th
The Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) is hosting a Stem Camp at Camp Paumalu. Construct and race cardboard boats, create a water filtration system, wilderness survival and more! Students should be on a STEM track and prepared to participate in various physical activities. For more information and a link to the application, please go to: SAME STEM Camp
2025 HAWAIʻI REGIONAL SCHOLASTIC ART AWARDS
Deadlne to enter, December 15, 2024, 6:59PM
To for information and to enter go to: 2025 Scholastic Hawaiʻi Art Region
The Annual Hawai‘i Regional Scholastic Art Awards is open to Hawai‘i students enrolled in public, private, charter, and home school institutions in grades 7 through 12.
Students must be 13 years of age or older to participate.
All submissions will be adjudicated by a group of judges consisting of local artists, creative professionals, and cultural administrators who will allocate awards accordingly.
Submissions that receive a gold key award will be displayed in the ‘Ewa Gallery of Capitol Modern: The Hawai‘i State Art Museum as part of the 62st Annual Hawai‘i Regional Scholastic Art Awards Exhibition.
Two-dimensional gold key works scheduled for exhibition must be matted with a white mat and submitted to Capitol Modern: The Hawai‘i State Art Museum. Works on canvas that are stretched over a canvas frame will be accepted provided it can be hung on a nail head.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Please note the following changes for this year's competition:
- The SFCA will no longer cover entry fees to the competition however students can select the fee waiver option in their student accounts on the Scholastic competition portal as they have done so in years past when submitting their work.
- Only gold key works will be displayed at the 62nd Annual Hawai‘i Regional Scholastic Art Awards Exhibition.
- Only gold key winning students will be invited to attend the award ceremony at Capitol Modern: The Hawai‘i State Art Museum.
- Only neighbor island students from public and public charter schools who receive a gold key award will be offered a round trip flight to attend the award ceremony at Capitol Modern: The Hawai‘i State Art Museum. Gold key winning students from private institutions on the neighbor islands will still be invited to attend the ceremony however they will have to arrange for their own transportation.
- Neighbor island schools both public and private will be given access to the SFCA FedEX account to cover shipping costs for artwork selected for exhibition.
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KAISER COUGAR ATHLETICS
CLICK HERE FOR: PHYSICAL FORM
CLICK HERE FOR: STUDENT PARTICIPATION FORM
SCORES
Football shuts down Pac 5, 30 – 0 to move on to the Semi Finals!
SPRING SPORTS SIGN UP
For Spring, you can join Judo, Golf, Girls Water Polo, Varsity Tennis, Varsity Softball, Varsity Baseball, Boys Volleyball, Girls Flag Football, Track and Field
Go to: Winter & Spring Sports Sign Up
KAISER BOYS AND GIRLS PRESEASON WRESTLING
All grade levels welcome to join. Girls highly encouraged to join the wrestling program. No experience necessary.
Current Physical, Parent Consent Form & Concussion Form need to be completed before participating.
Contact [email protected] and [email protected] for more info.
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KAISER COMPLEX AND COMMUNITY NEWS
MEDICAL CLUB ANNOUNCEMENT – CPR/AED
Want to learn about CPR/AED? HFD CPR/AED Demonstrator Firefighter Kamehalani "Kama" Ortiz is asking for our help in spreading the word!! This is open to all of us, including the community! Firefighter Ortiz is wanting to teach our community (and you) the importance of CPR/AED. Please contact to set up a CPR class and more!
Please contact him ([email protected]) ([email protected]) [(808) 723-7019] if you or anyone you know is interested! Spread the word! We can ALL make a difference!
Thank you and please share this announcement with everyone you know!
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UPCOMING EVENTS
11/28 – Thanksgiving Day Holiday
11/29 – Native American Heritage Day
12/12 – SCC Meeting, 5:00pm in Admin Conference Room
Mahalo,
Ann Olson
ʻOhana Engagement Liaison
Continuous Notice of Nondiscrimination
The Hawaii State Department of Education (Department) and its schools do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, and religion. This requirement extends to all of the Department’s programs and activities, including employment and admissions as applicable. Please direct inquiries regarding the Department nondiscrimination policies and/or complaints of prohibited conduct to the Civil Rights Compliance Branch as follows:
Civil Rights Compliance Branch
Hawaii State Department of Education
P.O. Box 2360
Honolulu, Hawaii 96804
(808) 784-6325 or relay
[email protected]
Beth Schimmelfennig, Director
Rhonda Wong, Civil Rights Compliance Administrator
Krysti Sukita, ADA/504
Anna Tsang, Title VI
Alphonso Braggs – Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Blue Kaanehe, Title VII
Nicole Isa-Iijima, Title IX
Dana Takahara-Dias, Title IX – Gender Equity in Athletics
The Department’s non-discrimination policies and grievance procedures may be located at:
https://www.hawaiipublicschools.org/ConnectWithUs/Organization/Offices/Pages/CRCO.aspx
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