Kindergartners’ day in the snow

written by Katherine Lum · February 2, 2010

The kindergartners enjoyed a ‘Snow Day’ while learning about science, winter clothing, and experiencing some winter fun. At 4:00 a.m. the teachers turned on the air conditioner in the Lower Gym to make it really cold. Dressed in winter clothes like mittens, hats, and jackets, the children started... [Read more]

A skit for “spider lady”

written by Iris Kuo · February 2, 2010

As the school prepared for Keables Chair Dr. Cheryl Hayashi’s visit, Lower School was busy with a welcome of their own. The fifth grade class, guided by several teachers, will put on a skit that reenacts the myth of Arachne.* Mrs. Ellen Gaylor, one of the two lower school science teachers, used to... [Read more]

Marching Band: What’s not physical about it?

written by By Rintaro Sato · February 2, 2010

It was a fresh new season and time for the Father Bray game.  I practiced hard all summer, memorizing each position enough to do it in my sleep.   As I stepped on to the field and heard the crowd cheer, a wave of anxiety rushed through me.   But, I reassured myself after seeing my fellow teammates... [Read more]

Mane O Ke Ola: Preview

February 2, 2010

An excerpt from: The Journey of an Accountant written by Christopher Kodama The faded blue Chevette cruised along the long, empty freeway.  Jason, wearing his Monday red tie and white shirt, was headed to the annual accountant’s convention 350 miles from his house.  As he took a sip of coffee,... [Read more]

Love for Jersey Shore

written by Bridget Tobin · February 2, 2010

Top 10 most important life lessons I have learned from watching MTV’s “Jersey Shore”: 1. NEVER fall in love at the shore 2. Bump-its, spray tans, and raccoon-esque eye makeup are acceptable somewhere 3. It’s ok to refer to your abs as “The Situation” 4. It’s also ok to refer to yourself... [Read more]

Hamada’s legacy reaches beyond athletics and ‘Iolani

written by Courtney Ochi · February 3, 2010

Coach Eddie Hamada was ” a man of all seasons.  Everyone has a different story about him,” said Mrs. Sheila McKibbin, a former history teacher at ‘Iolani.  Most remembrances of Mr. Hamada, who died Jan. 3 at age 81, are stories filled with football victories or kind smiles and humble... [Read more]

How much does my boyfriend love me?

written by Cordelia Xie · February 6, 2010

Cartoonist Cordie Xie contemplates Valentine’s Day.

Haiti T-shirt drive

February 7, 2010

Title: Haiti T-shirt driveLocation: Center CourtyardDescription: 11 a.m.-2 p.m.Buy and paint a shirt for $5. The finished shirts will be sent to Haiti’s earthquake victims, and funds raised will go to earthquake relief.Start Date: 2010-02-09End Date: 2010-02-11

Peace Week

February 7, 2010

Title: Peace WeekLocation: Iolani SchoolDescription: Students for Peace presents Peace Week. Join classmates, faculty and staff all week to promote peace on campus, in the larger community, and around the world.Start Date: 2010-02-08End Date: 2010-02-12

Special Human Rights Movie

February 7, 2010

Title: Special Human Rights MovieLocation: Seto HallDescription: View the film “Ninoy Aquino” during periods 5 and lunch.Date: 2010-02-12

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