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SOFT TENNIS OIA TEAM CHAMPIONSHIPS
Congratulations to our Soft Tennis teams who completed their final season on a high note. Gentlemen ended in 2ndplace OIA and the Ladies lost in the semi finals. Congratulations Soft Tennis Cougars!
CONGRATULATIONS AIR RIFLERY OIA QUALIFIERS!
The gentlemen ended their season with a 7 -1 record, and the ladies 6 -2. As a result, Kaiser will be well represented with 9 gents and 3 ladies representing at the OIA tournament. Only the top 36 qualifiers of each gender are invited to compete. Congratulations to Reef Tolosa, Gavin Knopp, Eason Lau, Ian Neely, Jack Izumihara, Shayan Jalili-Kamalian, Kecheng Long, Kai Taniguchi and Chase Anderson. For the ladies, Vera Wang, Lauren Mei Chun, Zoe Fernandez and Kalakona Kauhane.
Go Cougars!
SWIMMING AND DIVING INFORMATIONAL MEETING, FRIDAY, OCT., 17TH
We will be having a Swimming and Diving Informational Meeting this week Friday, the 17th for students. If you are interested in joining the team and/or are currently on the team, please attend! Please bring a pen. The meeting will start at 3:30 pm, at the pool. Please make sure to do your 3 forms (Physical Form, Concussion Form, and Parental Consent Form) and turn them in to the Athletic Trainer. You cannot participate in practices or meets without doing this, so please get these forms in. If you have any questions, please email Coach Skylar at [email protected]. Hope to see you there!
CONNECT AND RESPECT WEEK OCTOBER 20TH
Wear Orange on Wednesday, October 22nd – Unity Day
This year, the Kaiser Complex is celebrating Connect and Respect Week and Unity Day on October 22.
Connect and Respect Week is a celebration of unity, kindness, respect, and inclusion. This is our school's effort to provide a comprehensive approach to promoting a safe, respectful, and supportive environment for students, staff, and the community.
Clubs, athletic teams, and departments are welcome to join us in sign-waving at 7:30 am in front of the office to promote and support positive behaviors and anti-bullying messaging. Please wear orange to show your support!
Thank you for your support and we look forward to seeing you on October 22!
HOST FAMILIES NEEDED FOR TWO EXCHANGE STUDENTS (NOW–MAY 2026)
Aloha kākou—We’re seeking one or two caring host families to welcome two teenage male exchange students (from Japan and Kazakhstan) through the end of the 2025–2026 school year. This is a meaningful way to share the spirit of aloha, experience new cultures, and build lifelong connections.
- Host Family Basics (through International Cultural Exchange Services – ICES Hawaiʻi):
- Background check (paid for by ICES Hawaiʻi)
- Bedroom (private room or a shared room with a similarly aged child in the home)
- Meals provided by the host family
(Students have their own funds for weekend dining out, activities, etc.) - Students cover their own personal expenses, including snacks, activities, clothing, toiletries, school supplies, and more.
- Health insurance provided for both students (medical, dental, and vision).
Interested or want to learn more?
Contact Elena Valdepeña, Regional Representative,
ICES Hawaiʻi 808-218 3947 | [email protected]
You may also reach out to any of our school counselors with questions. Mahalo for considering opening your home and heart!
PRINCIPAL’S TEA HOUR ON AI AND OTHER ISSUES
6:00pm – 7:00pm – via Google Meets
Join us for an evening session to explore the evolving role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education and learn how our state is proactively supporting schools, staff, and students. We will share how the state's guidance documents are providing a framework for the responsible use of AI, emphasizing key principles like data privacy, ethical considerations, and promoting a human-centered approach. You'll discover how AI is already being used to support students through personalized learning and skill development, empower staff by reducing administrative burdens, and strengthen schools with guidance that ensures AI is used fairly and safely for all students. This session will provide you with a clear understanding of our proactive approach to AI, and offer actionable insights on how you can support your child's learning journey in this new landscape.
If you have any questions that you would like to have addressed during the Tea Hour about AI, or any school related issues, feel free to pose your question(s) on this form: Principal Tea Hour Q’s. We will also have a Q&A at the end of the presentation. Hope to see you there!
DRAMA CLUB AUDITIONS: CLUE – ON STAGE
October 16th & 17th , 3:00pm at the Black Box Theatre, G103
Callbacks October 21st @ 3:00pm
No preparation needed! All audition materials will be provided at the audition.
JV GIRLS TENNIS
Calling all Freshman and Sophomore Girls who are interested in playing JV Girls Tennis! No experience necessary! We are having voluntary pre-season conditioning now thru 10/24 at the Tennis Courts MWF 3pm to 5pm. (No practice on Monday, 10/13). Please submit the required forms (Parent Consent Form, Updated Physical, Concussion Form) to the Trainers prior to coming out.
Official mandatory Try-outs will be on Monday 10/27 and Wednesday 10/29 3pm to 5pm and a MANDATORY MEETING for all PLAYERS and PARENTS on Wed 10/29 at 5:45 pm at the Tennis Courts. If you are interested in playing but are unable to attend the meeting please let Coach Holly know. If you have any questions, please contact Coach Holly at (808) 352-4646 or email at [email protected].
VOLLEYBALL INTRAMURALS
Cougars, Get your teams together and sign up for Volleyball Intramurals October 14th – 17th behind the library when you return from Fall Break!
COULD YOU USE $35,000? VOICE OF DEMOCRACY CONTEST
Deadline to enter – October 21, 2025
Up to $35,000 in cash prizes and scholarships are up for grabs in the annual Voice of Democracy audio-essay contest sponsored by the Veterans of Foreign Wars. This year's theme is "How Are You Showing Patriotism And Support For Our Country?". Interested students should submit a 3-5 minute voice recording of their essay as an audio file (.mp3, .wav, .m4a, etc.) along with their entry form and written essay by email to [email protected] no later than Oct 21st for judging. Entry forms and contest info is attached and can also be found at https://www.vfw.org/community/youth-and-education/youth-scholarships
SPRING BREAK TRAVEL OPPORTUNITY! SISTER-STATE STUDY TOURS
For more information on travelling with PAAC on Spring Break, please go to: Sister State Study Tours
HAWAIʻI SEAL OF BILITERACY FOR CLASS OF 2026
Go to SEAL OF BILITERACY for more information.
LIBRARY HOURS
This school year, the library will be open Monday thru Friday for Lunch and every day except Wednesday after school. until 3:00pm. Use a computer, print or just study.
ATHLETIC PASSES FOR GRADES K – 12!
Purchasing an athletic pass is priceless!
A pass allows student admission to all regular games – does not include preseason or post season games, for Football, Volleyball, Basketball and Track & Field.
Keiki, Kindergarten – 12th grade may also purchase a pass.
Best of all – when you purchase a pass, all funds stay with Kaiser High School. Make sure to include your athletic pass(es) when paying your school fees.
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FRIENDS OF KAISER PTSA
FRIENDS OF KAISER PTSA HABILITAT CHRISTMAS TREE FUNDRAISER!
Orders due October 31, 2025
Teaming up with Kaiser High School, Habilitat is back to help spread Holiday joy. Pre-order your Christmas tree, wreath or door charm at HawaiiChristmasTrees.com.
FRIENDS OF KAISER PTSA MEETING
Wednesday, November 5th, 2025 at 6:30pm
Join Zoom Meeting:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82386328375?pwd=62suLxnfRm9XXh17jLx0l6O2euoMI5.1
Meeting ID: 823 8632 8375
Passcode: 798383
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CAREER & COLLEGE RESOURCE CENTER
Go to Career & College for events, college visits and more!
COLLEGE & CAREER VISITS IN H101
10/15 – University College of Dublin, Imperial College London. 8:30am
10/16 – Virginia Military Institute, 9:30am
10/16 – Purdue University, 1:30pm,
10/16 – Lafayette College. 2:30pm
10/17 – University of Washington (Bothell Campus). 8:30am
10/17 – Chapman University, 10:00am
10/17 – New Mexico Military Institute, 11:30am
10/17 – University of San Francisco, 1:30pm
10/20 – Hawaii Society of Certified Public Accountants, 10:00am
10/20 – Chaminade University, 11:30am
10/21 – University of British Columbia, 8:30am
10/21 – University of Utah, 1:30pm
10/21 – Occidental College, 2:20pm
10/22 – Azusa Pacific University, Willamette University, 9:45am
10/23 – University of Chicago, 10:00am
10/23 – UHM School of Nursing & Dental Hygiene, 11:30am
10/23 – Grinnell College, 1:30pm
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OPPORTUNITIES AND CONTESTS
SCHOLASTIC ART & WRITING CONTEST
Deadline for Writing, December 2, 2025 at 6:59pm
Deadline for Art, TBA, but sometime early in December.
Contest opens October 1, 2025. Open to all students 13 ears of age or older.
Since 1923, The Scholastic Awards have sparked and inspired the creative growth of teens everywhere. Some notable alumni are Stephen King, Joyce Carol Oates, Zac Posen, Amanda Gorman, Truman Capote, Andy Warhol, Sylvia Plath and many more.
Kaiser High has had their share of alumni who earned Gold and Silver Keys. You could be next!
To enter, please go to the following links for categories, guidelines and how to enter:
https://www.artandwriting.org/awards/
https://www.artandwriting.org/gallery/art
https://www.artandwriting.org/gallery/writing
PACIFIC BIRDS ʻALAE ʻULA ART COMPETITION SUBMISSION
Create and art piece based on the ʻalae ʻula for a chance to win $200! Art will also be featured on the Pacific Birds website and newsletter.
The competition is open to middle and high school students based in Hawaiʻi.
The piece can be in any medium but must be of an ʻalae ʻula and reflect an aspect of Hawaiian values or culture
ʻAlae ʻula are unique birds found only in Hawaiʻi. They are endangered, with a population size of around 700. According to one mo‘olelo (story), the ‘alae ‘ula stole fire from the god, Maui, and gave it to humans. The bird’s red forehead represents the burns it suffered as punishment – Ouch! Your art will help raise awareness of this bird and protect their habitats!
Submissions are due at 11:59 pm on October 30th by sharing a photo and completing this form: Pacific Birds ‘Alae ‘Ula Art Competition
PTSA REFLECTIONS CONTEST – “I BELONG”
Deadline October 31, 2025
The Friends of Kaiser PTSA Reflections Contest is back with the prompt, “I Belong”. Celebrate the arts and create an original art piece and you may win up to $200 in each category:
Dance Choreography
Music Composition
Film Production
Visual Arts
Photography
Literature
Entries are not due until October 31st. Students may submit more than one entry. Students may enter multiple categories. Art work must be original – AI work will not be accepted. For any questions, please email [email protected]. Student and parent/guardian should be member of the Friends of Kaiser PTSA - go to PTSA Membership to register.
For inspiration go to: 2024 Reflections Winners
For guidelines and rules go to: 2025 I Belong Guidelines and Rules tips and more!
Click here to Enter: 2025 Reflections – I Belong
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KAISER COUGAR ATHLETICS
STUDENT AND PARENT PARTICIPATION FILLABLE FORM
Scores:
Football lost to Nānākuli, 27 - 54
Upcoming Games
10/14 – OIA Volleyball Quarterfinals vs. Waipahu @ Waianae, 5:30pm
10/15 – JV Softball @ Moanalua, 3:00pm
10/16 – Bowling @ KBay, 5:00pm
10/17 – Football vs. Waianae @ Kaiser, 7:00pm *Senior Night*
10/18 – OIA Cross Country Varsity Divisional Championship 8:30am
SPRING SPORTS SIGN UPS!
If you are interested in participating in Varsity Baseball, Boyʻs Volleyball, Girlʻs Flag Football, Girls Water Polo, Golf, Judo, Softball, Surfing, Tennis or Track, please go to the Spring Sports Sign Up, click on the link or use the QR code!
WINTER SPORTS SIGN UPS!
Interested in JV Baseball, Basketball, Soccer, Paddling, Swimming & Diving, JV Girl’s Tennis or Wrestling? Make sure to fill out the form on the QR Codes here: Winter Sports Sign Up!
LADY COUGAR BASKETBALL
If you're interested in playing Girls basketball we started training Wednesday and Friday 4 - 6:30pm in the gym, please contact coach Noah for more information. Girls basketball tryouts begin November 3rd.
WELCOME COACH DAVE SCHIFFNER – LADY COUGAR WATER POLO!
Updated Lady Cougar Water Polo Preseason Conditioning
Here are the updated Preseason Girls Water Polo Practice Dates & Times:
Please remember to sign and turn in all required forms so you are cleared to train.
These practices are optional. If you are currently in season for another sport, that sport takes priority.
Practice during Fall Break
Friday, 10/17 — 3:45 PM – 5:00 PM
Saturday, 10/18 — 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM
Tuesday, 10/21 — 3:45 PM – 5:00 PM
Friday, 10/24 — 3:45 PM – 5:00 PM
Saturday, 10/25 — 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM
For Questions, contact Coach Dave at [email protected]
*Students must turn in all forms to the athletic trainers before participating.
*Physical Exam, Parent Consent & Concussion
If you are interested in joining water polo, please fill out this form: Water Polo Sign Up
SWIM & DIVE PRESEASON PRACTICES
Diving: Tuesday & Wednesdays 2:45pm
Swim: Monday, Wednesday, Fridays 3-5pm
*Swimmers bring shoes & athletic clothing for weight room & track
BASEBALL WORKOUTS
To all students interested in participating in JV or Varsity baseball. We will begin open workouts starting on Monday 9.8.25 @ 4:00pm at KHS baseball field. All participants must have their own equipment and attire, baseball hat, shirt with sleeves, shorts, metal cleats, and protective equipment.
All athletes need to have current and updated paperwork (Physical, Parent Consent form, Concussion form) on file with the Athletic Training Room before being allowed to participate. Also, complete QR code sign up prior to stepping on the field.
LADY COUGAR SOCCER PRESEASON CONDITIONING
September 2 - October 24
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday's from 4:45p - 6:45p
Meet at the girls locker room by 4:15p
Students must turn in all forms to the athletic trainers before participating.
*Physical Exam, Parent Consent & Concussion, Soccer Sign-Up Link: Lady Cougar Soccer
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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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