Konawaena HS Daily Bulletin

January 28, 2012

ALL STUDENTS:

The following members of the football team are asked to see Mr. Trumbo, AD office during recess. Equipment needs to be turned in prior to Wednesday Feb. 1 at 12 Noon or obligation holds will be placed on your records.
Kenan Gaspar, Domonic Morris, Isaiah Chinen, Kahoalii Karratti, Hudson Sauer, Noah Sequancia, Austin Denis, Makana Canda, Viaiamu UIulopa, Koa Basque, Kevin Haleamau, Hiapo Johnson, Keanu Malina-Serion, Kanoa Santiago, Jesse Kihe Fukuyama, Michael Andrade, Gunner Nagata.
Those not returning equipment will be suspended from all athletic department participation until obligation is completed.

Students who are interested in a career in education might want to take advantage of this new program, "Get a Future in Teaching Program." A meeting will be held with all interested students on Wednesday, February 7. If you're interested contact Lilinoi Grace @ getfitscholars@gmail.com or lilinoigrace@yahoo.com or call her @ 989-9390.

The following students need to see Mrs. Ramsey in regards to their PSAT. Sequoia Parke, Bryant Freitas, Bita Wabol, Stefan Kimura

SENIORS:

SCHOLARSHIPS:

Students planning a career in the accounting field can apply for the Hawaii Association of Public Accountants Scholarship. Applications in G221, deadline is MARCH 30th.

Seniors planning to major in an agriculture related field of study can apply for any of the 5 scholarships sponsored by Hawaii Community Federal Credit Union. Applications can be downloaded at www.hicommfcu.com, deadline is APRIL 9th.

Seniors with a 3.0 and are members of HFS Federal Credit Union (below the Community College) can apply for their scholarship. Applications in G221, deadline is MARCH 16th.

Seniors of Chinese ancestry with 3.8 GPA can apply for the Associated Chinese University Women Scholarship. Applications in G221, or at www.ACUhawaii.org, deadline is FEBRUARY 1st.

FRESHMEN:

To all freshmen not already in study hall. Did you know that there is help available in the library daily? If you have questions or need help with an assignment, please report to the library. D. Spencer

SPORTS SCHEDULE:

Tuesday 01/31/12 Boys JV Basketball Hawaii Prep Academy Away 6:00PM
Tuesday 01/31/12 Boys V Basketball Hawaii Prep Academy Away 7:30PM
Wednesday 02/01/12 Girls V Soccer HHSAA Away TBA
Wednesday 02/01/12 Girls V Basketball BIIF First Round Home 6:00PM
Thursday 02/02/12 Girls V Soccer HHSAA Away TBA
Thursday 02/02/12 Boys JV Basketball Kohala High School Home 6:00PM
Thursday 02/02/12 Boys V Basketball Kohala High School Home 7:30PM
Friday 02/03/12 Girls V Soccer HHSAA Away TBA
Friday 02/03/12 Coed V Paddle HHSAA Championships @ Hilo Bay Away 10:00AM
Friday 02/03/12 Boys JV Baseball Kealakehe High School Home 3:00PM
Friday 02/03/12 Girls V Basketball BIIF Semi Final Away 7:00PM
Saturday 02/04/12 Girls V Soccer HHSAA Away TBA
Saturday 02/04/12 Coed V Wrestling * BIIF Wrestling @ Kealakehe Away 10:00AM
Saturday 02/04/12 Girls V Basketball BIIF Finals Away 7:00PM

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ALL STUDENTS:

Driver Education Parent Night is Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2012 at 6:00pm in the cafeteria. Please come with your parent and $10.00 fee. You will receive a phone call to confirm and a list will be in the main office. C. Bagley

Boys and Girls Tennis sign-ups start on Monday 1/23. Boys who are interested see Finn Gallagher and girls who are interested see Cassidy Ching. Coach Richard

Travel Club: Car Wash tickets are in. $7.00 for cars, $10.00 for trucks. Pick them up in S102. P. Stover

All students interested in track and field, please come sign up in room R104, Wed. 1/25 at first recess. First practice will be February 6. K. Saole

Yearbooks are now $60. If you took a picture you should get one! See Ms. Alcain to reserve one today!!

Please congratulate members of the Science Olympiad team for placing 2nd in the Regional tournament, held last Saturday at Imiloa Center. We placed first in the tower event, second in Optics, Rocks & Minerals, Write-It Do-It, and third in Astronomy. The five students who participated were Talmage Nakamoto, Coby Spilker, Quentin Ikeno, Brennen Lee, and Erin Wilkes, other students who helped prepare for the event include Chemarie Mendoza, Makayla Awa, Terry Walton, and Benet Alfred. They also qualified to participate in the State Finals. If any student is interested in competing in the state olympiad, see Mrs. Stover ASAP. We are looking for a few more team members.

We still need your hunting and fishing pictures for the yearbook. See Troy Gomes or Ms. Alcain to give them your pics, show everyone your stuff!

Attention to all students interested in participating in spring sports including baseball, softball, judo, tennis, track, boys volleyball, and golf. A physical exam, parental consent, and concussion consent form need to be completed and turned in to the athletic training room or the drop box in the main office. Physical exam and concussion forms are good for one year while parental consent forms are needed for each sport. If you are interested in baseball, softball, judo, or boys volleyball in particular and have not completed concussion testing, please see the athletic trainer to schedule a time. Thank you!

Wednesday evening January 25th, at the Konawaena High School Cafeteria 6 PM, Spring Sport Parent's Meeting, ALL PARENTS WHO HAVE A SON OR DAUGHTER PLANNING TO PARTICIPATE IN A SPRING SPORT are required to attend this meeting to review DOE policies and procedures, and view the DOE produced Risk Management Video. (If a parent or guardian has previously attended this meeting earlier this year, they don't need to attend this meeting.

SCHOLARSHIPS:

Seniors of Chinese ancestry with 3.8 GPA can apply for the Associated Chinese University Women Scholarship. Applications in G221, or at www.ACUhawaii.org, deadline is FEBRUARY 1st.

CORRECTION: the deadline for Rotary Club of Kona Sunrise Scholarships is February 15th.

Seniors with at least a 3.0 GPA that are planning to major in Botany, Genetics, Horticulture, Plant Physiology, Crop Science, or Soil Science can apply for the Monsanto Hawaii Agriculture Scholarship. Applications in G221, or online at www.monsanto.com/hawaii, deadline MAY 1st.

Students in grades 9-12 can apply for the Best Buy Scholarship. Apply online at www.bestbuy-communityrelations.com, deadline is FEBRUARY 15th.

Seniors who attended Hookena School for at least 4 year, have a 2.5 GPA, and have a letter of acceptance into a college or university can apply for the Juliana Watson Memorial Scholarship. Applications in G221, deadline is APRIL 13TH.

Seniors planning to attend any University of Hawaii system can apply for the Barney S. Fujimoto Memorial Scholarship. Applications in G221, deadline is APRIL 1st.

Seniors of Hawaiian Ancestry with a 2.5 GPA, planning to attend college can apply for the Prince Kuhio Civic Club Scholarship. Applications in G221, deadline is APRIL 1st.

Seniors who have participated in at least one school sport and have a 2.75 GPA can apply for the HMSA Kaimana Awards Scholarship. Applications in G221, deadline is FEBRUARY 17th

FACULTY:

If you have students attending your classes who are not on your rosters, please send them to the counseling office.
thank you. K. Robbins

SPORTS SCHEDULE:

Tuesday 01/24/12 Girls JV Basketball Kealakehe High School Away 6:00PM
Tuesday 01/24/12 Girls V Basketball * Kealakehe High School Away 7:00PM
Wednesday 01/25/12 Girls V Soccer BIIF Semi Finals Away TBA
Wednesday 01/25/12 Girls V Soccer * BIIF Semi Final Away 3:00PM
Wednesday 01/25/12 Girls V Basketball * Laupahoehoe High School Home 6:00PM
Wednesday 01/25/12 Boys V Basketball * Laupahoehoe High School Home 7:30PM
Thursday 01/26/12 Coed V Swimming BIIF Diving Championships Away 1:00PM
Thursday 01/26/12 Girls JV Basketball Hawaii Prep Academy Away 6:00PM
Thursday 01/26/12 Girls V Basketball Hawaii Prep Academy Away 7:30PM
Friday 01/27/12 Coed V Swimming BIIF Trials, Kailua Pool Away 2:30PM
Friday 01/27/12 Boys JV Basketball Honokaa High School Away 6:00PM
Friday 01/27/12 Boys V Basketball Honokaa High School Away 7:30PM
Saturday 01/28/12 Girls V Soccer * BIIF Finals Away TBA
Saturday 01/28/12 Coed V Wrestling * BIIF Wrestling @ HPA Away 10:00AM
Saturday 01/28/12 Coed V Swimming BIIF Finals, Kailua Pool Away 12:00PM
Saturday 1/28/12 Girls JV Basketball Kohala High School Home 6:00PM
Saturday 01/28/12 Girls V Soccer BIIF Finals Away 6:00PM
Saturday 01/28/12 Girls V Basketball Kohala High School Home 7:30PM

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ALL STUDENTS:

All students interested in exploring a career in education or becoming a teacher see Mrs. Ramsey ASAP for information about becoming a member of the UH College of Education. Get F. I. T. Scholars program. DonÕt miss
this opportunity! L. Grace

SIGN UP NOW; For the County of Hawaii, sponsored Pro Bowl Football and Cheerleading Clinic scheduled for Tuesday January 24 from 3 - 5:30 PM at Kealakehe High School Football Field. Konawaena is allocated 13 slots total and transportation will be provided for those who sign up. The spots will be provided on a first come first serve basis, and sign up forms and parental permission forms can be obtained from the Athletic Director's Office. Deadline to sign up is January 17th.

SENIORS:

Chaminade University in Honolulu has a degree in Forensic ScienceÉlike CSI! D. Ramsey

The University of Hawaii, Hilo has programs in Volcano Studies, Astronomy and Marine Science. D. Ramsey

Buick Achievers Scholarship available online at: www.buickachievers.com. APPLICATION DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 29th
Eligibility:
¥ High school seniors and current undergraduates
¥ Those who plan to enroll full time at a four-year college or university in 2012/2013
¥ Those who plan to major in a field of study that focuses on engineering, technology, design or business, with an interest in the automotive industry
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Seniors interested in majoring in Engineering can apply for the AES Engineer Scholarship. Application online at http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm, deadline is OCTOBER 5, 2012.

Seniors interested in majoring in the Arts, Theater, Biology, Geology, or Ecology can apply for the Rotary Club of Kona Sunrise Scholarships, applications in G221, deadline is MARCH 15th.

Hawaii Community College West Hawaii located right below McdonaldÕs offers Degrees in Liberal Arts, Early Childhood Education, Culinary Arts, Hawaii Life Styles, Hospitality and Tourism, Nursing and Tropical Forest Ecosystem.

If a student qualifies for free/reduced lunch they will also qualify for the Pell Grant (free money for college)Éalmost $6000 per year!

SCHOLARSHIPS:

Seniors planning to attend college can apply online for the following online essays.
http://www.bradsdeals.com/scholarship
500 word essay explaining how your college experience is or will be enabled by remarkable frugality, ingenuity, effort or thrift. Five (5) scholarships of $2,000 each will be awarded. Deadline: February 15 ,2012

http://www.aweber.com/email-marketing-scholarship.htm
500 word essay contest on whether you feel that younger generations will eschew email for social media platforms and other technologies such as Facebook, Twitter, and texting Deadline: 2012 scholarship information will be announced shortly.

http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle-helmets-safety-scholarship-2012
500-1000 word essay contest on motorcycle helmet laws. Deadline: April 20, 2012

http://www.checkngo.com/about-us/company/checkngo-scholarship.aspx
300-500 word essay contest on how to manage money and what one needs to know to be an effective money manager. Deadline: 2012 scholarship information will be announced shortly.

http://www.rigidlifelines.com/scholarship.html
500-1000 word essay contest on work safety and fall prevention.Deadline: March 1, 2012

http://www.clickinks.com/printer-ink-scholarship.html
1000 word essay on a topic such as the importance of art in education or in society, or improving an urban community with art. Deadline: June1, 2012

http://www.dish-systems.com/education/satellite-tv-scholarship.php
500 word essay on a topic such as changes in broadcast news due to the internet or the quality of TV programming today. Deadline: March 1, 2012

http://www.buymorecontacts.com/topic/27/1000-scholarship-essay-contest.aspx
1000 word essay on a topic such as the importance of eye health, or how blindness would affect your life. Deadline: June 1, 2012

http://www.corcentric.com/contact/accounting-software-scholarship.aspx
500 word essay on how to best teach financial literacy to children. Deadline: May 1, 2012

Seniors who are on the golf team can apply for the David S. Ishii Foundation Scholarship. Applications in G221, deadline is APRIL 30th.

Seniors with outstanding academics and financial need can apply for the Filipino Organization of Kona's Scholarship. Applications in G221, deadline is MARCH 30th.

Seniors who are interested in teaching PE and Health can apply for the HAHPERD Scholarship. Applications in G221, deadline is FEBRUARY 18th.

Seniors planning to attend any University of Hawaii system can apply for the Barney S. Fujimoto Memorial Scholarship. Applications in G221, deadline is APRIL 1st.

Seniors of Hawaiian Ancestry with a 2.5 GPA, planning to attend college can apply for the Prince Kuhio Civic Club Scholarship. Applications in G221, deadline is APRIL 1st.

Seniors who have participated in at least one school sport and have a 2.75 GPA can apply for the HMSA Kaimana Awards Scholarship. Applications in G221, deadline is FEBRUARY 17th

SPORTS SCHEDULE:

Wednesday 01/18/12 Boys V Soccer Kohala High School Away 2:00PM
Wednesday 01/18/12 Girls V Soccer * Kohala High School ( ) Away 4:00PM
Wednesday 01/18/12 Girls JV Basketball Honokaa High School Away 6:00PM
Wednesday 01/18/12 Girls V Basketball Honokaa High School Away 7:30PM
Thursday 01/19/12 Boys JV Basketball Kohala High School Away 6:00PM
Thursday 01/19/12 Boys V Basketball Kohala High School Away 7:30PM
Saturday 01/21/12 Coed V Swimming BIIF Meet, Kamehameha Away 9:00AM
Saturday 1/21/12 Coed V Wrestling * BIIF Wrestling @ Waiakea Away 10:00AM
Saturday 01/21/12 Coed V Paddle * BIIF Championship @ Hilo Bay Away 10:00AM
Saturday 01/21/12 Boys V Soccer Hilo High School Away 1:00PM
Saturday 01/21/12 Girls V Soccer Hilo High School ( ) Away 3:00PM
Saturday 01/21/12 Boys JV Basketball Kealakehe High School Away 6:00PM
Saturday 01/21/12 Boys V Basketball * Kealakehe High School Away 7:00PM

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Yearbooks are still available for $60.00 from Ms. Alcain. However, you may no longer order your name stamp, only autograph pages and protective covers. T. Alcain

Anyone needing to get a credit in English 1, 2, 3 or 4, World History or US History has the opportunity to take an E School class this semester. Deadline: January 13. Limited enrollment. See your counselor.

SENIORS:

Anyone who is interested in applying to the Hawaii Community College system (all campuses) should sign up in the counselor's office so they can meet with a college counselor on Wednesday, January 11 during periods two or four in the library.

Students interested in pursuing a degree in education can receive $ and mentoring through Hawaii Community College, West Hawaii. There is a new program that offers assistance to students who wish to become teachers. Interested? See Mrs. Ramsey to sign up. First come, first served!

SENIORS/JUNIORS:

Campus Explorer is giving away a $1,000 scholarship EVERY MONTH for college-bound students. Scholarship are open to students who are college-bound, they just need to be at least 16 years old. This is a great opportunity for your high school juniors and seniors, who need financial assistance during their college search. Students can go to our website (http://CampusExplorer.com/campus-explorer-scholarships) and apply for the latest scholarship every month.

SCHOLARSHIPS:

Seniors planning to attend any University of Hawaii system can apply for the Barney S. Fujimoto Memorial Scholarship. Applications in G221, deadline is APRIL 1st.

Seniors of Hawaiian Ancestry with a 2.5 GPA, planning to attend college can apply for the Prince Kuhio Civic Club Scholarship. Applications in G221, deadline is APRIL 1st.

Seniors who have participated in at least one school sport and have a 2.75 GPA can apply for the HMSA Kaimana Awards Scholarship. Applications in G221, deadline is FEBRUARY 17th

Students interested in majoring in Business, Computer, or Human Resource related fields can apply for the Fukunaga Scholarship. Applications in G221, deadline is MARCH 1st.

Students with outstanding community service can apply for the Mamoru and Aiko Takitani Foundation Scholarship. Applications in G221, deadline is FEBRUARY 8th.

Seniors: Financial aid (FAFSA)is now available online. Visit: www.fafsa.ed.gov to apply with your parent's or guardian's tax papers (W-2 forms)and qualify for financial aid.

Seniors planning to attend college can apply for the Hawaii County Ronald Reagan Scholarship. Students are asked to write essays on the Bill of Rights. Applications and additional information in G221, deadline is APRIL 1st.

Seniors planning to attend college can apply for the 100th Infantry Battalion Legacy Organization Scholarship. Students are asked to write essays on the 100th Infantry Veteran, Kazuo E. Yamane, and on individual personal accomplishments. Applications in G221, deadline is MARCH 5th.

Seniors who are members of Big Island Federal Credit Union and plan to attend college can apply for their scholarship. Applications in G221, deadline is FEBRUARY 28th.

Female seniors can apply for the Zonta Club of Hilo's Young Women in Public Affairs Scholarship. Students need to have experience in local or school government and community service. Applications in G221, deadline FEBRUARY 1st.

Seniors of Filipino Ancestry AND a 3.5 GPA can apply for the Filipino Women's League Community Scholarship. Applications in G221, deadline is MARCH 3rd.

Seniors planning to attend college, demonstrating financial aid, and enjoy playing the ukulele can apply for the Ukulele Festival Hawaii College Scholarship. Applications in G221, deadline is MARCH 31st.

Seniors planning to attend college can apply for the Central Union Church's Kenneth O. Rewick Educational Aid Grant. Applications in G221 or at www.centralunionchurch.org/womens-league/scholarships/, deadline is FEBRUARY 28th.

SPORTS SCHEDULE:

Tuesday 01/10/12 Boys V Soccer Kea`au High School Home 2:00PM
Tuesday 01/10/12 Girls V Soccer * Kea`au High School Home 4:00PM
Tuesday 01/10/12 Girls JV Basketball Honokaa High School Home 6:00PM
Tuesday 01/10/12 Girls V Basketball Honokaa High School Home 7:30PM
Wednesday 01/11/12 Boys JV Basketball Honokaa High School Home 6:00PM
Wednesday 01/11/12 Boys V Basketball Honokaa High School Home 7:30PM
Thursday 01/12/12 Girls JV Basketball Hawaii Prep Academy Home 6:00PM
Thursday 01/12/12 Girls V Basketball Hawaii Prep Academy Home 7:30PM
Friday 01/13/12 Boys JV Basketball Hawaii Prep Academy Home 6:00PM
Friday 01/13/12 Boys V Basketball Hawaii Prep Academy Home 7:30PM
Saturday 01/14/12 Coed V Wrestling * BIIF Wrestling @ Keaau Away 10:00AM
Saturday 01/14/12 Coed V Paddle * Kailua Bay BIIF All Schools Regatta Home 10:00AM
Saturday 01/14/12 Coed V Swimming BIIF Meet, HPA Away 1:00PM
Saturday 01/14/12 Boys V Soccer Hawaii Acad. of Arts Science Home 2:00PM
Saturday 01/14/12 Girls JV Basketball Kohala High School Away 6:00PM
Saturday 01/14/12 Girls V Basketball Kohala High School Away 7:30PM

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Did you know you could save three lives by donating one pint of blood? Only 2% of the people in Hawaii give blood but 60% of us will need blood in our lifetime. 200 pints is needed everyday in Hawaii. We will be having a blood drive in the gym on January 11. So come, be helpful and save three lives. H. Liftee/B. Kondo/ K. Sugai Dahl

If anyone wants to be in the yearbook for the family page, please let one of the staff members know ASAP. Deadline is December 9th. T. Alcain

WE NEED HUNTING & FISHING PICTURES for the yearbook. Bring them in and give them to Ms. Alcain ASAP. Deadline is December 9th. T. Alcain

Winter Action Spirit Week: Assembly on Friday, December 9; Unleash the Beast (animal) Day on Mon., Dec. 12. Cultural Pride Day on Tues., Dec. 13; Super Hero Day on Wed., Dec. 14; Holiday Spirit Day on Thurs. Dec. 15 and Winter Ball on Friday, Dec. 16. *Dress ÔUPÕ on all 4 days and you can earn a discount on your Winter Ball (bid) ticket. K. Sugai-Dahl

SENIORS:

Beginning in Spring 2012 Hawaii Community College, West Hawaii will offer a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration. Interested? Contact Dr. Kelly Burke at 974-7400.

GET YOUR PTP REQUIREMENTS TO MRS. ADDLESBERGER NOW! There are only 6 school days left before the end of the semester. If you do not complete your Navigation101 lessons and turn in hard copies of the requirements, you will NOT RECEIVE THE .5 CREDITS YOU NEED TO GRADUATE! If you need help, come to G222 during recess and lunch.

SCHOLARSHIP:

If you're of Hawaiian heritage and wish to learn more about the sources of financial aid that's available to you go to Kealakehe High School Cafeteria on Dec. 20 from 5:30-8:30. The Native Hawaiian Scholarship "Aha 2011 will be there to assist you in obtaining money for higher education

FACULTY:

SPORTS SCHEDULE:

Thursday 12/08/11 Girls V Basketball 'Iolani School (Iolani Classic) Away TBA
Friday 12/09/11 Girls V Basketball 'Iolani School (Iolani Classic) Away TBA
Saturday 12/10/11 Girls V Basketball 'Iolani School (Iolani Classic) Away TBA
Saturday 12/10/11 Coed V Swimming BIIF Meet, HPA Away 9:00AM
Saturday 12/10/11 Coed V Wrestling * Kealakehe Tournament Away 10:00AM
Saturday 12/10/11 Coed V Paddle * Kailua Bay Distance Regatta Home 10:00AM
Saturday 12/10/11 Boys V Soccer Waiakea High School Away 1:00PM
Saturday 12/10/11 Girls V Soccer Waiakea High School Away 3:00PM

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ALL STUDENTS:

Travel Club we will be holding our Mexican Luncheon this Friday, December 2 in room S102 at 1:00pm. Please bring a dish to share. We will be planning for our 2013 tour. If you are not a member and would like to join us for lunch, please bring something to share.

Girls interested in playing softball this spring, please plan on attending a meeting on Friday Dec. 2, at lunch, 1 PM on Friday in the gym. Preseason conditioning will begin, Monday December 5th after school. 3:30 PM. for those girls not in winter sports. Bring a friend and learn about being part of the Championship Softball program. Coaches Preston and Shellie

Boys and Girls Soccer opens their season this Saturday Dec. 3rd, against Parker School, 1 and 3 PM at the soccer stadium.

Reminder to all boys and girls, who are members of a winter sports team, on academic probation, The final academic status review/grade check is due on Dec. 5 Monday prior to 3 PM. You must clear grade checks to be able to participate in competition.

Youth Action Summit will be hosting their 3rd drug free event. It will be basketball in the gym on Dec. 7 at lunch on Wednesday. Teachers are invited to play too. So come and have fun. Youth Action Summit/K. Sugai-Dahl

Glen Delos Santos, Schelin Ireland, Robenson Seguancia, Helena Piper, Maria Cisneros, Veronica Magana and Enoch Menor your pictures are with Ms. Alcain. Please go get them ASAP.

Baseball Pre Season weight training Monday, Wednesday, Friday; 3:30pm-5:30pm in the weight room.
Boys and Girls swimming still accepting new members Ð see Coach Osborne at the pool at 3:00pm daily.

To all those that want to sign up for Compass testing for Running Start or entrance into community college: it has been scheduled for December 7th (Wednesday) at 9am in G221. So, for those of you that are planning on attending community college or Running Start, please see Mr. O'Connell to sign up. First come, first served. You need a UH ID number which I can help you acquire. Be prepared to input your social security number on the UH ID acquisition form. If we do not have at least 12 students sign up for the compass testing, it will be canceled. However, you can always go down to West Hawaii Community College and take the Compass at any time. If you have already taken it before, you will be charged a $25 fee to take it again, no exceptions."

SENIORS:

Students planning that are planning to attend UH Hilo, there will be a presentation by a private UH scholarship committee in G221, December 5th, at 11 am. Interested seniors are invited with a permission note from their teacher.

GET YOUR PTP REQUIREMENTS TO MRS. ADDLESBERGER NOW! There are only 14 school days left before the end of the semester. If you do not complete your Navigation101 lessons and turn in hard copies of the requirements, you will NOT RECEIVE THE .5 CREDITS YOU NEED TO GRADUATE! If you need help, come to G222 during recess and lunch.

SCHOLARSHIPS:

Female seniors can apply for The Violet Richardson Award Scholarship. There are 2 applications left in G221, deadline is DECEMBER 1st.

Students with outstanding community service can apply for the Youth Citizenship Award Scholarship. Applications in G221, deadline s JANUARY 15th.

FACULTY:

SPORTS SCHEDULE:

Wednesday 11-30 4:30pm BV Basketball @ Waiakea / Keaau Tournament Away
Thursday 12-1 6:00pm BV Basketball @ Waiakea / Keaau Tournament Away
Friday 12-2 6:00pm BV Basketball @ Waiakea / Keaau Tournament Away
Saturday 12-3 1:00pm BV Soccer vs Parker School Home
Saturday 12-3 3:00pm GV Soccer vs Parker School Home
Saturday 12-3 7:30pm BV Basketball @ Waiakea / Keaau Tournament Away

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ALL STUDENTS:

The next Leo Club meeting is Wednesday, 11/16/11, at lunch in Mr. KennelÕs room (G221). Important items will be discussed. Also, please bring membership dues and completed membership application. T. Tanaka/P. Kim

Travel Club: The deadline for See's Candy orders has been extended until Friday, November 18. Please turn in all orders and money by that time. We will also be meeting on Friday (11/18) to discuss 2013 travel plans and plan future fundraisers and potlucks. New members are always welcome. Dues are $10.00.

These students need to see their counselor in G121 regarding HSA testing on November 23:
Christopher Borst, Chaycie Anne Silva, Jordon Deameral, Danmark Rasalan, Daron Jay Tudela, Janly Yoshikawa, Desiree Livesay, Vicotria Magana Ledesma, Sefo Palu, Christian Walter, Dylan Alcain, Logan Gouveia, Josiah Tavita Kalili, Keisha Llanes-Kelekolio, Royce Torres-Torioka, Bryant Freitas, Tori Koyanagi, Makana Silva,
Paner Domogma, Kathney Saimon, Chayne Bohol, Likeke Chong-Rivera, Christian Maghanoy, Daniel Wheeler

SENIORS:

Senior Ð order your t-shirts in Mrs. Gambone's classroom Ð D125. $18.00 Ð long sleeve, $16.00 Ð short sleeve.

SENIORS: Your Personal Transition Plan requirements need to be completed. ALL NAVIGATION 101 LESSONS need to be completed by Wednesday, Nov. 16th to have a "Satisfactory" grade on Progress Reports. The following are DUE DATES:
Nov. 18 Personal Essay
Nov 23 Resume and Cover Letter
Dec. 2 College Application and Job Application
Dec. 9 Letter to Request Recommendation, Post-Seconday Plan & 5 Year Plan (credit check)
Dec. 14 COMPLETED PTP
You are required to turn in hard copies to Mrs. Addlesberger in G-222 in order to receive .5 credit on your Report Card.

MAYDAY!!! Seniors Girls and Boys: If interested in being on the court, please pick up a form from Kumu Kaehuaea or KSG. If not enough seniors participate we will audition Juniors. Kumu Kaehuauea

Come to the library, Wednesday at lunch 11:19 to get current information on what steps you need to take to go to college. We will talk about testing, scholarships, financial aid, letters of recommendation etc. Bring your questions. Mr. Woody

SCHOLARSHIPS:

Burger King Scholarship Program is available online at www.haveityourwayfoundation.org/bksp_scholarship_eligibility.html. Students are eligible if:
¥ Have a cumulative high school grade point average of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale, or the equivalent
¥ Plan to enroll full-time, without interruption, for the entire 2012-13 academic year at an accredited two- or four-year college, university, or vocational-technical school in the U.S.
¥ Deadline is JANUARY 10TH

Seniors, The Rotary Club of Kona Mauka Scholarship Application for 2012 Graduates is available in G221. One scholarship form covers all the scholarships offered by the Rotary Club of Kona Mauka. Students will be judged on scholarship, community involvement, letters of recommendation, quality of essay and financial need.
-Wayne Hedemann Memorial Scholarship Award-$2000 ($1000 per year for 2 years)
-Annual Orelup Family Scholarship Award-$2000 ($1000 per year for 2 years)
-Annual Cou Family Scholarship Award - $2000 ($1000 per year for 2 years)
-Annual Mrs. Shizuko Teshima Scholarship Award-$1000
-Annual Val Izuno Memorial Scholarship Award-$1000
-Annual Vocational Person of the Year Scholarship Award-$500
Eligibility Criteria:
1. Graduating Senior at Konawaena High School
2. Active participation in school and community activities
3. Will attend an institution of higher learning (colleges and universities, professional schools in such fields as law, medicine, business, music, and art, teacher-training schools, community colleges, vocational schools such as culinary arts etc., and institutes of technology.
4. Financial Need
5. Family members of Rotarians are not eligible.
Please give the completed form and required supporting documentation to Mr. Hashimoto no later than APRIL 3, 2012.

Seniors planning to major in the medical field can apply for the Lions Club of Kona's Jonney Pha Hodges Trust Scholarship. Applications in G221, deadline is APRIL 20th

Seniors with outstanding school and extra curricular activities can apply for the Lions Club of Kona Scholarship Award. Applications in G221, deadline is APRIL 20th.

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ALL STUDENTS:

SENIORS:

MAYDAY!!! Seniors Girls and Boys: If interested in being on the court, please pick up a form from Kumu Kaehuaea or KSG. If not enough seniors participate we will audition Juniors. Kumu Kaehuauea

SCHOLARSHIPS:

Seniors planning to major in the medical field can apply for the Lions Club of Kona's Jonney Pha Hodges Trust Scholarship. Applications in G221, deadline is APRIL 20th

Seniors with outstanding school and extra curricular activities can apply for the Lions Club of Kona Scholarship Award. Applications in G221, deadline is APRIL 20th.

WIKI: CHILI CHEESE FRIES LUNCH: CHICKEN PATTY W/ GRAVY

ALL STUDENT:
Former Talent Search students and all other KHS students are invited to the KHS Maximum capacity Launch Party at lunch recess in room E103 on Monday , Nov. 7, Join Lilinoi & uncle Jon for free gifts, snacks, and info about upcoming activitities in career + college exploration, modeling, acting, video production. You don’t want to miss.

Travel Club - Orders and money for See's Candy fundraiser is due Tuesday, November 8. See Mrs. Stover ASAP.

Are you interested in the health field? There will be a free Teen Health Camp on November 12th. at Kealakehe High School.
See Mrs. Robbins for more information.
These students need to see their counselor in G121 regarding HSA testing on November 23:
Christopher Borst, Chaycie Anne Silva, Jordon Deameral, Danmark Rasalan, Daron Jay Tudela, Janly Yoshikawa, Desiree Livesay, Vicotria Magana Ledesma, Sefo Palu, Christian Walter, Dylan Alcain, Logan Gouveia, Josiah Tavita Kalili, Keisha Llanes-Kelekolio, Royce Torres-Torioka, Bryant Freitas, Tori Koyanagi, Makana Silva,
Paner Domogma, Kathney Saimon, Chayne Bohol, Likeke Chong-Rivera, Christian Maghanoy, Daniel Wheeler

Parent's meeting for winter sports, Wednesday Nov. 9th 6 PM in the cafeteria...
All students planning to participate in a winter sport are reminded their parents are required to
attend a meeting to review the parent/student handbook and watch the risk management video
before they are able to participate. B. Trumbo
Following sports will be starting soon. (check with your coaches, after school)
Girls Soccer, October 31 start date
Boys and Girls Paddling, October 31 Start date
Girls Basketball , Nov. 7, Start date
Boys and girls Swimming, Nov. 7 start date
Boys Soccer, Nov. 14 start date
Boys and girls Wrestling Nov. 14 start date
Boys Basketball Nov. 21 date
SENIORS:
Senior Project Participants: There will be a mandatory meeting for all senior project participants on Wednesday November 9, at lunch 11:19-12:00 in the library.
Would the following seniors please see Mrs. Robbins as soon as possible about Senior Project:
Sage Aoki, Naneki Astronomo, Randall Berdon, Sean Brevik, Ciara Cetraro, Hedwyne Santos, Sarah Gschweng, Kalani Kadooka, Raine Kolman, Brianne Kondo, Harlee Livesay, Alec Lugo, Miles Lugo, Mahina Matthews, Chemarie Mendoza, Luis Meza, Oceana Minthorne, Angelica Paguyo, Gianna Randall, Camille Ricketts, Jazmine Rolon, Garry Southerland, Ashley Teshima, Ben Totten, Kayla Uemura, Kupono Varron, Jasmine Ward, Trevor Yamagata
The University of Pudget Sound will be in G221 at 8:30 on NOVEMBER 18th. Interested upper classmen are invited to attend with a teacher's pass.
SENIORS/JUNIORS:

Need help with your PTP Requirements? Thursday & Friday at lunch, 1:00 in G-222, Mrs. Addlesberger's room. Learn how to create a RESUME and COVER LETTER.
JUNIORS:
Please bring your Steak Fry ticket money to Mrs. Arrington in room F220 by Friday, November 4th.

SPORTS SCHEDULE:
Saturday 11/5/11 Boys V Football Honokaa High School Away 7:00pm
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ALL STUDENTS! Have you forgotten your Navigation101 LOGIN and PASSWORD? See Mrs. Addleberger, G-222, Mr. Woody, Library, Mr. Hashimoto, G221. YOU CAN COMPLETE YOUR NAVIGATION 101 LESSONS FROM ANY COMPUTER WITH INTERNET ACCESS! Every student must complete the 5 lessons for each grade level. Fall Break is a perfect time to get caught up. You can also work on your Nav101 lessons during lunch & recess in Mrs. Adddlesberger's room.
Girls Basketball sign ups in room C110, Ms. Sinclair’s room at recess, Thursday, Sept. 29th.B. Awa
Swim conditioning is available at the pool from 3-5pm. Basic swimming ability is very helpful. It will run from now to November 4th. Wildcat swim team practice will start November 7th. Coach Mike/B. Trumbo

If you are taking the SATs this Saturday please remember to bring a calculator, your admissions ticket, a snack (only to be eaten outside of the testing room), and your ID. Please be at the Cafeteria by 7:45, doors close promptly at 8:00. See Mrs. Robbins if you have any questions.
Students doing quarter payments for the bus: Quarter 2 payment is due by Friday, September 30. Remember NO PASS= NO RIDE. R. Andrade
STUDENTS RIDING THE BUS: Effective Tuesday, October 11, 2011 the Department of Education will implement a change to its school bus pass policy: All high school students who fail to display a valid pass or valid bus coupon in the morning or afternoon will be refused a ride. No Pass = No Ride.
If you missed the Travel Club meeting last week and still are interested in joining, please come to our Italian Luncheon on Friday, 9/30. Bring a dish to share. We are still nominating officers and deciding on destinations to travel to. Bring $10.00 for dues. P. Stover
Students interested in taking an SAT prep class and would be willing to pay $60, please sign up in G221. The classes would run from 1:00pm-3:30pm on the 29-30. We need at least a dozen students to sign up and be willing to pay to make this happen.
SENIORS:
Colorado State University will be in G221 on October 19th at 8:30 am. Interested upper classmen are invited with a note from teachers.
It is MANDATORY for the campus to be senior free on October 12th's PSAT test. There will be an excursion to the Community college for seniors that day. Field trip forms available in G221 and are due at the END OF THE WEEK.
Senior Project participants: Hand in your proposal ASAP. You can not begin to log hours until your proposal is approved. Mr. Woody
Kapiolani Community College is now accepting applications for the summer and fall 2012 semesters. Students can either apply online at http://apply.hawaii.edu or by filling out the paper applications.
The week students get back from October break, Pacific University in Oregon will be in G221 at 8:30 am on Tuesday, October 11th. All interested upper classmen are invited with a note from their teachers.
The University of Nevada at Las Vegas will be in G221 at 8:30 am on Thursday, October 13th. All interested upper classmen are invited with a note from their teachers.

SCHOLARSHIPS:
Elks National Foundations Most Valuable Student Scholarships applications are now online at: http://www.elks.org/enf/scholars/mvs.cfm. This scholarship awards 500 scholarships nationally. Applications online, deadline is DECEMBER 2, 2011.
SPORTS SCHEDULES:
Thursday 09/29/11 Girls V Volleyball Hualalai Academy Away 6:00PM
Friday 09/30/11 Coed V Cross Country Hawaii Prep/All Schools Away 3:00PM
Friday 09/30/11 Boys JV Football Honokaa High School Home 5:00PM
Friday 09/30/11 Boys V Football * Honokaa High School Home 7:00PM
Saturday 10/01/11 Girls JV Volleyball * Kealakehe High School Home 10:00AM
Saturday 10/01/11 Coed V Rifle BIIF Championships Home 10:00AM
Saturday 10/01/11 Girls V Volleyball * Kealakehe High School Home 11:00AMWIKI: CHILI CHEESE FRIES LUNCH: OVEN BAKED CHICKEN

ALL STUDENT:

The KHS Leo Club will be holding its first meeting on Wednesday, September 14 during lunch in Mr. KennelÕs room. The Leo Club is sponsored by our local Lions Club with the purpose of inspiring leadership and volunteerism. Hope to see you there. T. Tanaka/P. Kim

Japanese Club officer applications are due by Tues. 9/13. First club meeting will be on Friday 9/l6 at lunch in S202. L. Takizawa

Voluntary wrestling workouts Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 3:30 to 5:30 starting today. Meet at the wrestling room. You must have a physical, parental consent, and concussion consent. Coach Foster

To all those that want to sign up for Compass testing for Running Start or entrance into community college: it has been scheduled for September 28th (Wednesday) at 9am in G221. So, for those of you that are planning on attending community college or Running Start, please see Mr. O'Connell to sign up. First come, first served. You need a UH ID number which I can help you acquire. Be prepared to input your social security number on the UH ID acquisition form. If we do not have at least 12 students sign up for the compass testing, it will be canceled. However, you can always go down to West Hawaii Community College and take the Compass at any time.

PICTURE RETAKES will be held on September 22nd during lunch in room O-103. If you did not take your picture last time, this is your chance. Alcain

Attention all students! If you're interested in meeting new people, experiencing new cultures, or earning scholarship and travel opportunities, there will be a presentation by the Pacific and Asian Affairs Council on Tuesday, September 13th in Ms. Nakamura's room (O-105) during Pd. 5 and lunch. You'll be hearing about all of the exciting opportunities available to you when you participate in events like the upcoming PAAC WorldQuest Competition and Model APEC. You'll even get to hear from our very own Kyle Jones who toured Vietnam this summer with a study abroad program. Don't miss this wonderful opportunity! See Ms. Nakamura for more information.

SENIORS:

We will be having a senior parent meeting on Thursday, September 15th at 6:00pm in the cafeteria to organize the pancake breakfast. Bring your parents. K. Kobayashi

Go onto the Reed & Jay website and choose your formal portrait pose ASAP. If you forgot or lost your password Ms. Alcain has them. Please see her.

Senior Project participants: There is a mandatory lunch meeting on Wednesday, September 14 in the library. Mr. Woody

The University of Portland will be in G221 on September 14th at 8:30 am. Interested upper classmen are invited as long as they have a pass from teachers. On that same day, The University of Hawaii at Manoa will be in G221 at 12:05. Interested upper classmen are invited as long as they have a pass from teachers.

The University of Hawaii at Hilo will be in G221 on September 15th at 10:30. Interested upper classmen are invited as long as they have a pass from teachers.

Chaminade University of Honolulu will be in G221 on September 16th at 12 noon. Interested upper classmen are invited as long as they have a pass from teachers.

Hawaii Pacific University will be in G221 on September 22nd at 8:30. Interested upper classmen are invited as long as they have a pass from teachers.

Pick-up Balfour order forms for your cap and gown as well as other graduation accessories from Room O-103 before school, after school, during lunch, or recess. Packets will not be given out during class time! A representative from Balfour will be here on September 19th to process your order forms. It is best to place your order early as prices will go up. K. Kobayashi

SENIOR/JUNIOR:

Any junior or senior interested in being on the prom committee there will be a meeting in Room 0-103 on Wednesday during lunch. K. Kobayashi

SPORTS SCHEDULES:

Tuesday 09/13/11 Girls V Volleyball Christian Liberty Academy Away 6:00PM
Thursday 09/15/11 Girls V Volleyball Parker School Home 6:00PM
Friday 09/16/11 Boys V Football * KaÔu High School Home 7:00PM
Saturday 09/17/11 Coed V Bowling Kealakehe High School (@ Kona Bowl) Away 9:00AM
Saturday 09/17/11 Coed V Rifle * Kealakehe High School Away 10:00AM

WIKI: TURKEY W/ GRAVY ON BUN LUNCH: TERI BURGER

ALL STUDENT:

To all those that want to sign up for Compass testing for Running Start or entrance into community college: it has been scheduled for September 28th (Wednesday) at 9am in G221. So, for those of you that are planning on attending community college or Running Start, please see Mr. O'Connell to sign up. First come, first served. You need a UH ID number which I can help you acquire. Be prepared to input your social security number on the UH ID acquisition form. If we do not have at least 12 students sign up for the compass testing, it will be canceled. However, you can always go down to West Hawaii Community College and take the Compass at any time.

PICTURE RETAKES will be held on September 22nd during lunch in room O-103. If you did not take your picture last time, this is your chance. Alcain

Anyone with hunting pictures please see Jordan Gomes or Troy Gomes to be added into the yearbook. NO BLOOD! T. Gomes/Alcain

Any student that has an order form for Reed and Jay, drop it into my box at the main office or at E104. T. Alcain

Yearbooks are still on sale. We only have 100 more so order yours TODAY! We will not be ordering more. $50 to Ms. Alcain in room E104 or F218. T. Alcain

SENIORS:

Senior Project participants: There is a mandatory lunch meeting on Wednesday, September 14 in the library. Mr. Woody

The University of Hawaii at Hilo will be in G221 on September 15th at 10:30. Interested upper classmen are invited as long as they have a pass from teachers.

Chaminade University of Honolulu will be in G221 on September 16th at 12 noon. Interested upper classmen are invited as long as they have a pass from teachers.

Hawaii Pacific University will be in G221 on September 22nd at 8:30. Interested upper classmen are invited as long as they have a pass from teachers.

SPORTS SCHEDULES:

Saturday 09/10/11 Coed V Bowling KaÔu High School (@ Hilo Lanes) Away 9:00AM
Saturday 09/10/11 Coed V Cross Country Kamehameha Invitational Away 10:00AM
Saturday 09/10/11 Coed V Rifle * All Schools Home 10:00AM
Saturday 09/10/11 Boys JV Football Kamehameha*Hawai'i Away 1:00PM
Saturday 09/10/11 Coed V Bowling Pahoa High School (@ Hilo Lanes) Away 1:00PM
Saturday 09/10/11 Boys V Football * Kamehameha*Hawai'i Away 3:00PM
Saturday 09/10/11 Girls V Volleyball St. Joseph HS Away 6:00PM

WIKI: GRAVY BURGER LUNCH: BBQ PORK PATTY ON BUN

ALL STUDENT:

Reminder: Friday, Sept. 2 is a school day.

Picture taking today and tomorrow! Comb your hair, smile like you mean it! Watch dress code. T. Alcain

Congratulations Ms. Linda Graves for naming our Konawaena mascot. Please welcome ÒMakakoaÓ to our Konawaena family! K. Sugai-Dahl

Attention Wildcats! If you're interested in making a difference in the world and helping out kids just like you, come out and join the Invisible Children club! Our first meeting will be held at lunch on Friday, September 2nd in Ms. Nakamura's room (O-105). Hope to see all of you there!

SENIORS:

Students with a 3.0 GPA that compete in any of the 27 sports recognized by Wendy's, can apply online for The Wendy's High School Heisman Award. Apply online at www.wendyshighschoolheisman.com, deadline is OCTOBER 2, 2011.

SPORTS SCHEDULES:

Thursday 09/01/11 Boys JV Football Kealakehe High School Away 6:00PM
Saturday 09/03/11 Coed V Cross Country Hawaii Prep/All Schools Away 10:00AM
Saturday 09/03/11 Girls V Volleyball Kanu `O Ka`Aina New Century Home 10:00AM
Saturday 09/03/11 Coed V Rifle * West Schools Home 10:00AM
Saturday 09/03/11 Coed V Bowling St. Joseph HS (@ Kona Bowl) Home 1:00PM
Saturday 09/03/11 Boys V Football * Hawaii Prep Academy Away 2:00PM

WIKI: TERI BURGER LUNCH: KALUA PORK SANDWICH

ALL STUDENT:

Friday at lunch time, the lunch time Wildcat DJ show at the upper quad sponsored by the Konawaena Athletic Department will be on hand to spin some tunes, and conduct open Mic as well as the popular RED VINE TRIVIA CONTEST. The girls volleyball teams and the boys and girls bowling teams will be introduced at the DJ show, at lunch time on Friday August 26th. B. Trumbo

Permanent Bus- Passes are here Ð come to the VP office before school, recess or lunch. DO NOT pick up your pass during class. R. Andrade

Reed and Jay picture taking will be held on Thursday, 9/1 and Friday, 9/2 by your English classes. Please be prepared and watch dress code. T. Alcain

Anyone interested in representing KHS as the Wildcat mascot, please stop by the cafŽ, Monday to Friday 3:00-6:00 and talk to Liena Kihe, Cheer Coach.

Dr. Masunaga, Orthodontist, is looking for part time help Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays, and one Saturday a month. Please see Mrs. Robbins for more information.

Attention all students! If you are interested in becoming a member of the Science Competition Team, we will be holding our first meeting TODAY during lunch in S102. We will be discussing and signing up for the various events. P. Stover

NAME THE MASCOT CONTEST, All students, staff and faculty are encouraged to join in the fun and submit a name for the ÒnewÓ WILDCAT MASCOT. The contest deadline will be lunch time on August 25th, Thursday. The winner of the contest will be announced at the Half time of our first home football game on Friday, August 26th, when the Wildcats play host to Hilo High School. Names will be judged on originality, spirit engendering, full of excitement names which will serve to capture the competitive spirit of the Konawaena High School sports teams. Nominations are to be submitted to Mrs. Sugai-DahlÕs classroom, G120. The KSB officers are the panel of judges and look forward to having a lot of names submitted for the contest. The winner will receive a ÒPatz Pies Pizza PartyÓ for yourself and 9 of your friends, Pizza, soda and freshly baked PatzÕs Malasadas for 10). B. Trumbo

Cheerleading tryouts: 8/18 to 8/26. All students encouraged to tryout. Practices Monday to Friday 3:00 Ð 6:00 in the cafŽ. L. Kihe head coach

Attention all migrant ed. students: after school in room R-104 we will be having tutoring available. K. Saole

SENIORS:

CORRECTION! Senior photo shoot is WEDNESDAY, August 31st at 9:00 in room O-103. Wear: Boys- white shirts and Girls white strapless tops JUST FOR THE PHOTO and must change. T. Alcain

These students should see Mr. O'Connell about a college visit from Hawaii Pacific University on Sept 22 in G221 at 8:30am: Angelica Paguyo, Brianne Kondo, Alexandria Ayers, Sean Brevik, Luis Meza, Amanda Varron, Hedwyne Dario, Alaisha Navas"

For senior project participants:
Next week the first set of papers is due. # 1. Personal Inventory Locker # 2. Thinking About Your Topic #3. Pre-search Research: Exploring the Possibilities
Finish these three sheets and then bring them to a meeting with your faculty advisor. Then fill out # 4. Assessing the Topic of Choice: Is this a Good One for You?. Make sure to have a signed verification log of the meeting with your advisor. All are due next Tuesday, August 30. Mr. Woody

FRESHMEN:

Freshmen, if you are interested in running for office this year, please pick up a nomination form from Mr. Daugherty in D227 or from one of your English teacher, Mrs. Gambone, D125, or Mrs. Dunlap, D123.
Nominations must be completed and turned into Mr. Daugherty by August 26. Elections will be held ONLY on Wednesday, August 31 during morning recess and lunch. P. Stover

SPORTS SCHEDULES:

Friday 08/26/11 Boys JV Football Hilo High School Home 5:00PM
Friday 08/26/11 Boys V Football Hilo High School Home 7:00PM
Saturday 08/27/11 Coed V Bowling Laupahoehoe High School (@ Hilo Lanes) Away 9:00AM
Saturday 08/27/11 Coed V Cross Country Canefire Conditioner/All Schools Away 10:00AM
Saturday 08/27/11 Coed V Bowling Hilo High School (@ Hilo Lanes) Home 1:00PM

WIKI: OVEN BAKED CHICKEN LUNCH: CHEESE BURGER

ALL STUDENT:

Open House TONIGHT in the cafeteria at 5:00. Bring your parents!

Permanent Bus- Passes are here Ð come to the VP office before school, recess or lunch. DO NOT pick up your pass during class. R. Andrade

Reed and Jay picture taking will be held on Thursday, 9/1 and Friday, 9/2 by your English classes. Please be prepared and watch dress code. T. Alcain

Anyone interested in representing KHS as the Wildcat mascot, please stop by the cafŽ, Monday to Friday 3:00-6:00 and talk to Liena Kihe, Cheer Coach.

Dr. Masunaga, Orthodontist, is looking for part time help Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays, and one Saturday a month. Please see mrs. Robbins for more information.

Cheerleading tryouts: 8/18 to 8/26. All students encouraged to tryout. Practices Monday to Friday 3:00 Ð 6:00 in the cafŽ. L. Kihe head coach

Attention all migrant ed. students: after school in room R-104 we will be having tutoring available. K. Saole

SENIORS:

DO NOT forget your Senior Photo shoot on Tuesday, August 30th. Boys wear a white t-shirt and Girls wear a tube top or camisole for picture taking and then change. Be prompt at 9:00am. T. Alcain

Hawaii Tokai International College will be in G221 at 1:30 on August 30th. Interested students may attend with a NOTE from teachers.

FRESHMEN:

SPORTS SCHEDULES:

WIKI: WIENER IN ROLL LUNCH: CHICKEN NUGG

ALL STUDENT:

Cheerleading tryouts: 8/18 to 8/26. All students encouraged to tryout. Practices Monday to Friday 3:00 Ð 6:00 in the cafŽ. L. Kihe head coach

The textbook room will be open during first recess as needed. Mr. Woody

Attention all migrant ed. students: after school in room R-104 we will be having tutoring available. K. Saole

Mr. Curran will be running hoops for health. Every Tuesday and Thursday at 7:00am the gym will be open for one hour before school starts for anyone interested in playing organized games of basketball. Students and faculty of all ages and abilities are welcome.

SENIORS:

Hawaii Tokai International College will be in G221 at 1:30 on August 30th. Interested students may attend with a NOTE from teachers.

SCHOLARSHIPS:

Three (3) Gromet Foundation scholarship applications are available in G221. Students must satisfy all of the following requirements:
1. The application form must be signed by a school counselor approving the submittal by the applicant.
2. The applicant must be a senior at the high school for which the counselor has certified.
3. The applicant must be a resident of the State of Hawaii and either a U.S. citizen, resident alien, or person holding an asylum status.
4. The applicant must submit each and every item required in the application form, i.e. SAT or ACT scores, transcripts, tax returns, and answers to questions posed in the application form.
5. The applicant must be financially disadvantaged.
6. Application deadline is NOVEMBER 15th.

JUNIORS:

There will be a mandatory Class of 2013 Junior Class Officer's meeting on Tuesday, August 23rd in room F220 (Mrs. Arrington's room) during morning recess. All Junior class officers and Junior faculty advisors should be present to discuss upcoming activities and to develop a 2-year plan. Thank you.

FRESHMEN:

FACULTY:

The textbook room will be open during first recess as needed. Mr. Woody

SPORTS SCHEDULES:

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ALL STUDENT:

Bell schedule for Mon. 8/15 periods: 2, 4, 6, 7 Tuesday 8/16: odd periods Wednesday 8/17: even periods Thursdays 8/18: odd periods Friday 8/19 : No school

If you are interested in Science competitions and you were unable to fit Science Competition Team into your class, Science Club will be meeting every Wednesday at lunch in S102. See Mrs. Stover if you are interested.

Attention all girls, would you like to be on the Homecoming court? If so, come to room G120 to pick up your nomination forms. Turn in your COMPLETED forms by Aug. 17th at first recess. Our first meeting will be on Aug. 18th. K. Sugai-Dahl

Starting next Tuesday, 8/16, Mr. Curran will be running hoops for health. Every Tuesday and Thursday at 7:00am the gym will be open for one hour before school starts for anyone interested in playing organized games of basketball. Students and faculty of all ages and abilities are welcome. Mr. Curran

1ST cross country practice Monday, 8/15 at 3:00. Meet at the track shed. You must have your physical complete. K. Saole

The following students need to see Ms. Alcain about their yearbook in room E104 during morning recess. Gabriel Hubbard, Lihau Matsuoka, Randall Berdon and JJ Kitaoka.

SENIORS:

Hawaii Tokai International College will be in G221 at 1:30 on August 30th. Interested students may attend with a NOTE from teachers. A Hashimoto

SCHOLARSHIPS:

The Horatio Alger Hawaii Scholarship Program provides financial assistance to students in the State of Hawaii who have exhibited integrity and perseverance in overcoming personal adversity and who aspire to pursue higher education. Five $5000 scholarships will be awarded to applicants with at least a 2.0 and are involved in co-curricular and community activities. Completed applications are due on OCTOBER 30, 2011. To apply, go to www.horatioalger.org/scholarships/program_hawaii.cfm

SPORTS SCHEDULES:

WIKI: CHICKEN PATTY ON BUN LUNCH: PORK CHOP PATTY W/ GRAVY

ALL STUDENT:

Bell schedule for Mon. 8/15 periods: 2, 4, 6, 7 Tuesday 8/16: odd periods Wednesday 8/17: even periods Thursdays 8/18: odd periods Friday 8/19 : No school

There will be a second fall sports parentÕs meeting tonight at 6:30pm in the library. B. Trumbo

1ST cross country practice Monday, 8/15 at 3:00. Meet at the track shed. You must have your physical complete. K. Saole

Boys and Girls Drill Team, practice twice a week at lunch. Check with Maj. Naki (JROTC classroom) for information.

The following students need to see Ms. Alcain about their yearbook in room E104 during morning recess. Gabriel Hubbard, Lihau Matsuoka, Randall Berdon and JJ Kitaoka.

NAME THE MASCOT CONTEST, All students, staff and faculty are encouraged to join in the fun and submit a name for the "new" WILDCAT MASCOT. The contest deadline will be lunch time on August 25th, Thursday. The winner of the contest will be announced at the Half time of our first home football game on Friday August 26th, when the Wildcats play host to Hilo High School. Names will be judged on originality, spirit engendering, full of excitement names which will serve to capture the competitive spirit of the Konawaena High School sports teams. Nominations are to be submitted to Ms. Sugai-Dahl's classroom, G120. The KSB officers are the panel of judges and look forward to having a lot of names submitted for the contest. The winner will receive a"Patz Pies Pizza Party" for yourself and 9 of your friends, Pizza, soda and freshly baked Patz's Malasadas. (for 10).

WILDCAT Noontime DJ SHOW this Friday at lunch, Meet the Football Team, spin some tunes, show your Wildcat Pride and join the fun at OPEN MIC TIME and showcase your talent.
WHEN: Friday August 12th, Lunch time 12:50-1:20 Pm
WHERE: Upper Quad by the flagpole
WHY: Show your Wildcat Pride and Rally the football team for their first home game, at Keaau, on Saturday August 13th.
WHO: You and all the Wildcats.

KONAWAENA ALL SCHOOL, 12 Minute Run-Walk Challenge, "COMING SOON TO THE TRACK NEAR YOU". All faculty, staff and students are encouraged to participate in the 2nd Annual Run-Walk Challenge, The first 200 finishers will be awarded a newly designed T-Shirt and all will be able to find out your personal fitness level.
Date: Wednesday August 17th, at lunch time, the challenge will begin promptly at 11:40 AM, on the TRACK.
Get in shape and "TAKE THE CHALLENGE".
The top 10 boys finishers and top ten girls finishers will get a Konawaena Track Jersey as prizes

Wanted: A few good freshmen, sophomores and juniors to sign up for Science Competition Team. If you have a 3.0 GPA, like science, and have an unscheduled period 7, see Mrs. Stover or your counselor to sign up for this FUN science elective class. P. Stover

SENIORS:

Hawaii Tokai International College will be in G221 at 1:30 on August 30th. Interested students may attend with a NOTE from teachers. A Hashimoto

SCHOLARSHIPS:

SPORTS SCHEDULES:

Saturday 08/13/11 Boys JV Football Kea`au High School Away 3:00PM
Saturday 08/13/11 Boys V Football Kea`au High School Away 5:00PM

WIKI: CHICKEN PATTY ON BUN LUNCH: BEEF STEW

ALL STUDENT:

Yearbook supplements are in come see Ms. Alcain to pick yours up if you ordered a yearbook last year.

Attention ALL STUDENTS interested in volunteering as STUDENT TRAINERS: I will be holding a meeting in the Library during lunch (1:00pm ) this FRIDAY 8/5, for all students interested in volunteering as student athletic trainers for the fall season, or working with us for their Senior Project. Please show up if you are interested. If you are unable to attend, come see me in the Athletic Training Room by the football field after school.
C. Qualey, Athletic Trainer

If youÕre interested in cross country, come sign up in room R104. Cross country team meeting on Tuesday, 8/9 during lst recess in room R104. K. Saole

Fall Sports are getting into full gear and there is still time to sign up and participate. Practice will be after school daily and there is bus transportation provided by the County, Hele On bus service daily at the conclusion of practice times heading both north and south.

There is openings on all teams for new and returning participants. Sign up today and let your coach know of your intention to play. The following is the listing of practice times and places for first days of try outs.
Varsity and JV Football, 3 PM daily meet at the football field and check with Coach Walters
Girls Varsity and JV Volleyball 3:30 PM daily in the gym, check with Coach Wall and Coach Lee
Boys and Girls Bowling, van leaves on Thursday August 4 -3 PM from the upper parking lot, see Coach Takafuji or Coach Tanaka for information.
Boys and Girls Air Rifle, practice after school daily. Check with 1st. Sgt Libre (JROTC classroom) for information.
Boys and Girls Cross Country, practice after school daily, sign up and receive information from Coach Saole in RM. R104.
All students intending to participate must have a current physical and a signed parental consent form.

Students interested in being team managers, statisticians or webmasters please check with Athletic Director, Bill Trumbo, AD office admin building or gym office.
Remember "not everyone can be good in sports, but everyone can be a good sport".

SENIORS:

Mandatory meeting for all senior project participants in the library during lunch, Wed. 8/10, 11:19-noon. Be there or be square. Mr. Woody

To graduate with honors, you must successfully complete a senior project. Come talk to Mr. Woody about the steps you will need to take to get on board.

Turn in senior yearbook packets as soon as you are done with them. DonÕt wait till the last minute. T. Alcain

SPORTS SCHEDULES:

Saturday 08/13/11 Boys JV Football Kea`au High School Away 3:00PM
Saturday 08/13/11 Boys V Football Kea`au High School Away 5:00PM

WIKI: CHEESEBURGER LUNCH: ROAST TURKEY W/ GRAVY