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Good morning Vikings! This is your K-V-I-K-S News Bulletin for Wednesday, May 7th, 2025. My name is Max, the periods today are 2, 4, and 6.
TODAY AT HILO HIGH SCHOOL
STAR Attendance Location Change (5/6/25-5/7/25)
STAR Attendance will be held TODAY, May 7, from 2:00 to 4:00pm in C-215. Students must have assigned work from their teacher and a valid Hilo High ID to enter. All regular school rules apply.
WHAT’S NEW VIKINGS?
Girls Basketball Skill Workouts (5/7/25-5/30/25)
Any girls who are interested in playing basketball next year, there are skills workouts every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 6PM to 7:45pm
Junior Concession Donations (5/6/25-5/16/25)
Attention Juniors! Donations are needed to help support Junior Concession at Commencement. If you’d like to contribute, please see Ms. Hoota in Room B-42 to pick up a donation form. Let’s all pitch in to make this fundraiser a success!
ALSO, JUNIORS! Don’t forget to schedule your senior portraits! Appointments are filling up fast, so make sure to book yours as soon as possible. Remember, you get one FREE photo with Reed Takaaze — don’t miss out on that opportunity! The deadline to book is June 13th, so don’t wait. Secure your spot today and smile for the yearbook!
STEM Summer Program (5/7/25-5/9/25)
Are you looking for a STEM summer program that will elevate your resume? Join HISE (Hawaii International Science Experience), a 5 day, all expenses paid, STEM exploration experience on Hawaii island. Connect with students from across the globe, including Japan, New York, and Singapore, while discovering cutting edge labs and research centers across the island's west, east, and south regions. Free lodging, meals, and transportation provided. Apply by May 21st by scanning the QR code or visit our website for more information. Thank you!
May Day Stage Rehearsals (5/7/25-5/12/25)
Calling all of our 2025 May Day Hōʻike performers. May Day is next Friday and we hope that everyone is excited for a big week. Performers will report to the new gym on Monday, May 12th, at 1:30pm. This will be your opportunity to stage your performances and run through some of them. Each group will have 15 minutes TOTAL to stage before another group will have a chance to stage. If you have any questions, please feel free to see Kumu ʻAwa in K101.
ALSO, Students! Didnʻt make it to the new gym for May Day ticket sales? Well youʻre in luck, tickets will be sold out of K-101, Kumu ʻAwa's room for students and staff only. For guests outside of Hilo High School they will be able to purchase tickets at the front office. Mahalo!
Art Club Meeting (5/7/25-5/9/25)
Aloha Art Club! Come join us this Friday to celebrate the end of the school year with snacks and painting! See you there! 1:30-2:30pm in L-4.
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT VIKINGS
Song Practice Makeups (5/1/25-5/13/25)
Seniors that need to make-up song practices, make-ups will take place TOMORROW, May 8th and May 13th during lunch in Room A-22. These will be the 2 only days to make-up. How do you know if you should make-up a song practice? If you were late to any Monday song practices, scheduled a doctor's appointment during a Monday song practice, and/or if you stayed home because you were ill during a Monday song practice. Please continue to refer to the Class of 2025 Commencement Google Classroom for important announcements & reminders!
KVIKS WILL BE BACK AFTER THESE MESSAGES
Staff Appreciation Week (5/5/25-5/9/25)
Hey Vikings, it's Staff Appreciation Week! This week and every other week, please take the time to thank our amazing teachers and staff for all they do for our Viking Community! One way we're celebrating our staff this year is with a few lunchtime games open to any of our staff to play! These games will be on Tuesday and Thursday in front of the auditorium, so students, remember to show your support for our amazing, spirited staff! Again, happy teacher and staff appreciation week, we are SO grateful for you!
[OUTRO]
Here is today’s Menu:
For Wiki: Portuguese Sausage with Brown Rice, pineapple, and applesauce
For Lunch: Kalua Pork Nachos, Lomi Tomato, Edamame, Pineapple Chunks, and Mixed Fruit
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OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS
Countdown Posters (4/21/25-5/22/25)
Hey Seniors! Graduation is coming soon so let's enjoy every last bit. Sign up to create a countdown poster by scanning this QR code. Get creative and pick up a poster from Ms. Parks room A21 and turn in your poster the day before your countdown day. There are limited slots available so sign up asap! Let's make these last weeks memorable!
UH Hilo Upward Bound Program (4/28/25-5/16/25)
Are you curious about college life? Here's an exciting opportunity! Apply now for a FREE 6-week academic experience at UH Hilo. Imagine attending classes right on the university campus, meeting students from across the island, learning together, enjoying meals, and embarking on weekly field trips – all while dorming at the college for FREE! Don't miss out on this incredible chance to experience UH Hilo firsthand. Scan the QR code and apply today!
PALC Spring Musical (4/8/25-5/2/25)
PALC will be performing ‘Hadestown Teen Edition’ at the Hilo High Auditorium from May 9th through the 11th. Friday and Saturday show times are at 7:00PM, doors open at 6:30 PM. Sunday show times are at 2:00PM, doors open at 1:30PM. Admission is $5 per person, cash only. Hope to see you there!