[KVIKS NEWS BULLETIN INTRO]
Good morning Vikings! This is your K-V-I-K-S News Bulletin for Friday, January 16, 2026. My name is Moxie. And my name is mr Duke. Today's periods are 1, 3, 5, and 7.
Today at Hilo High School
(1/14-1/16) Ho’ala Students who have put in the work all semester are invited to a Shave Ice Reward Celebration TODAY, January 16 during lunch in front of the auditorium. This reward is for students who earned no D’s or F’s and kept a 95% or better attendance rate. Students who qualified should have received a ticket to redeem. Stop by, grab some shave ice, and enjoy a break with friends as a reward for staying focused, showing up, and handling your responsibilities. You earned it, keep finishing strong.
Here’s What’s New Vikings
(1/15-1/19) PALC is looking for acts for the second annual variety show! Sing, dance, play an instrument, or share your talent you’d like to perform on stage. The variety show will take place this March, and sign-ups are open through January 20th. Interested students can stop by the auditorium on even days or sign up using the Google Form. Don’t miss the chance to shine!
(1/13-2/2) Varsity baseball tryouts will be held on February 2nd, 2026 at 3:30 PM at Wong Stadium. If you have any questions, contact Coach Baba at [email protected]
In Case You Missed it Vikings
(1/9-1/16) Is your club or group interested in performing in this year's May Day? Come pick up a performers application paper from Ms. Whitehall in room C-121. Applications will be due on February 27, 2026.
(1/13-1/20) There are a few openings available for the January 2026 Driver Education class. Interested students must sign up on the website and already have a valid permit. Classes will run from January 26 through February 26. Don’t miss this opportunity!
(1/8-1/22) All 10th to 12th graders, the next ASVAB is on Tuesday, January 27th, 2026. The test will be in C-217 and will start promptly at 8:00 AM. If you are planning on joining the military post-high school, you will need to take the ASVAB.
Email Mrs. Fukushima at [email protected] to reserve your spot.
The number of test-takers per session is 20 on a first come first served basis.
Reserve your spot by January 22, 2026.
This Week in Viking Athletics
TODAY, January 16 - Girls Soccer vs Keaau, Hilo High Field, 2pm
and Girls Basketball vs Konawaena, Hilo High Gym, 5:30pm
January 17 - Girls Soccer BIIF Playoffs,
JV Softball @ Waiakea,
Regatta Paddling @ Hilo Bay, 9am
Boys Soccer vs Keaau, Hilo High Field, 10am
Swim @ KS Hawaii, 10am
Wrestling @ Konawaena, 10am
Dive @ KS Hawaii, 2pm
And Boys Basketball @ Kealakehe, 5:30pm
KVIKS will be back after these messages
[VIDEO] Junior Prom Packet Pickup (1/16)
Here’s today’s Menu:
For Wiki: Cinnamon Roll, Turkey Links, Fresh Fruit, and Peaches
For Lunch: Kalua & Cabbage, Hapa Rice, Lomi Tomato, Sweet Potato, Pineapple Chunks, Fresh Fruit or a Whole Grain Roll
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Other Announcements
(1/13-1/23) The annual Teen Health and Traffic Safety Fair is coming up soon! This year’s event will take place on Thursday, February 12th, in the upper parking lot. Clubs are invited to participate by hosting a booth and/or activity. This is a great opportunity to make a positive impact on students and connect with other organizations. Clubs interested in participating should scan the QR code and complete the Google Form. For questions or more information, please see Ms. Switzer in A-17 or email Mariella Wasserman at [email protected].
(1/8-2/4)The PreACT is scheduled for March 2nd, 2026 to March 6th, 2026. This PreACT test is FREE and ONLY open to current 9th and 10th graders currently attending Hilo High School. Students who are in the 9th and 10th grade interested in attending college and want to prepare for the ACT should consider taking this practice test to better prepare them for the real ACT. Test dates will depend on the amount of students signed up. To register, fill out the Google form at hilohigh.org/preact26. Registration will close on Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
(1/13-2/16) HHS Waterpolo Pre-season practice starts on January 26th, 2026. Official Season starts on February 9th, 2026. Practice times are as follows:
January 26 to February 13: 5PM-6:45PM
Starting February 16th: 4 - 6:30PM
If you have any questions, please contact Coach Kanoe at 808-960-9469 or email [email protected]