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Good morning Vikings! This is your K-V-I-K-S News Bulletin for Wednesday, September 16th, 2026. My name is Kysten. Today's periods are 2, ADVISORY, 4, and 6.
Today at Hilo High School
Art Club Meeting (9/16)
There will be an Art Club meeting TODAY from 1:30 to 2:30 PM in Ms. Z's room, L-4. Please note that there will be NO meeting on Friday for this week only.
Hawaii Blood Bank Drive (9/6 - 9/17)
The Blood Bank of Hawaii drive continues TODAY at the LDS Church on Kilauea Avenue through Thursday! Drive hours today are from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and Thursday from 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Appointments are required. Check the Hilo High website for scheduling information and be sure to use sponsor code 383. Students, pick up your required parent consent form in Mr. Assi’s room, L-2, before you go!
Here’s What’s New Vikings
Lilipops Coupons (9/16-9/17)
Along with selling Lilipops, Speech and Debate is now offering $3 Lilipop Gift Certificates!
If you'd like to buy a certificate to gift to a friend or treat yourself, stop by Room A-12a. Lilipops can be picked up any day after school.
Come Get Some: eSports (9/15-9/17)
Ever wanted to play video games at a competitive level? Hilo High is introducing a new E-Sports team for League of Legends! If you are interested, stop by Mr. Masuyama’s class,Room M-108 for an orientation meeting TOMORROW, Thursday, September 17th, from 2:30 to 4:00 PM.
Picture Taking Makeups (9/15-9/23)
If you missed picture day, don't worry! Picture taking makeup will be on Wednesday, September 23, 2026 in the LRC. If you ordered photos and were absent for the first picture day, your order will be carried over. If you are taking a makeup photo and would like to order photos, please fill out a printed order form, available in room L-3. Online ordering will not be available.
Senior Portraits Due Soon (9/15-9/20)
Seniors! Just a reminder that Senior Portraits are due on September 20, 2026. Please submit portraits using the QR code on the screen. If you have any questions, see Miss Takase in room L-3.
Junior HOCO Dance Practices (9/14-9/25)
Homecoming dance practice for the Junior class are held on Mondays and Wednesdays during lunch recess in Mr. Baldado's room and after school in the cafeteria until 2:30 p.m. See you there!
Girl’s Basketball Conditioning (9/14-10/30)
Any girls that are interested in playing basketball this upcoming season, conditioning is Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 6:15pm to 7:50pm. And Weightlifting is Tuesday and Thursday from 6pm to 7pm. For any questions you can contact coach fred collins with the number on the screen.
Bus Application (9/14-9/18)
The quarter 2 bus application window is now open! Applications can be submitted online or you can pick up a paper application from the main office. If you will be riding the bus for quarter 2, remember to apply as soon as possible.
LEO Club Reminder (9/16/26)
There is a Google form posted in the Google classroom. Please fill it out ASAP! Today is the last day to submit a response. Thank you.
In Case You Missed it Vikings
May Day Committee (9/11-9/16)
It's preparation time again for this year's May Day! If you are interested in being a part of this year's committee please come to Room C121 Ms. Whitehall TOMORROW, September 17 during lunch for a meeting and sign up.
This Week in the Career and College Counseling Office
TOMORROW, September 17th The University of Hawai'i at Manoa will be here at 10:15am during pd 3.
On Friday, September 18th, Pitzer College in California will be here at 10:20am during pd 3.
And on Monday, September 21st, Chaminade University of Honolulu will be here at 8:45am during pd 2.
If you are interested in learning more about any of these universities, please see Mrs. Frias in N-103 to sign up and pick up a pass.
KVIKS will be back after these messages
[VIDEO] Seal of Biliteracy (9/15-9/18)
[VIDEO] AD Appreciation Week
[VIDEO] Leo Club
Here’s today’s Menu:
For Wiki: Maple Pancake Sausage & Cheese, Fresh Fruit, Cereal/Toast
For Lunch: Paniolo Pasta or Caesar Salad, Baby Carrots/Green Salad, Cucumbers, Fresh Fruit
Thank you for watching. Download the Hilo High mobile app, visit our website hilohigh.org, and follow @hilohighschool or @hilohighathletics on Instagram for more content. This concludes today's bulletin, have a great day Vikings!
Other Announcements
This week in College and Career
Senior Mob Shot (8/17-9/22)
Attention Seniors! Senior Mob Shot is happening on Wednesday, September 23rd, in the New Gym during Advisory! As a reminder, signs must be no larger than 24 by 18 inches and contain appropriate content only. no profanity, contraband, or inappropriate themes. Non-compliant signs will not be permitted.
[VIDEO] PAAC Ramen Fundraiser
Aloha Viks! Are you hungry after school? The Pacific & Asian Affairs Council, also known as the PAAC Club, will be selling cup noodles after school every Tuesday and Thursday in Shehata Senseiʻs room in P-3 from 2:15 pm to 2:45 pm. This fundraiser will support our trip to the Jeju International Youth Forum in South Korea in October! Thank you!
AD Appreciation Week (9/14-9/18)
This week is athletic administrators week. This is a time to honor the individuals who make a lasting impact on our school and in our community. This week, we would like to recognize our athletic directors Mr. Dan Lyons and Mrs. Deven Bukoski, whose dedication ensures that student-athletes have safe, meaningful, and memorable experiences. Thank you, Mr. Lyons and Mrs. Bukoski, for your leadership and everything that you do to instill Viking Pride in our school community, we appreciate you!
PSAT Testing (9/9-9/17)
Attention 9th through 11th graders! The PSAT/NMSQT is scheduled for Wednesday, October 21st, and is great practice if you plan to take the SAT for college.
Registration takes place in Room C-217 during recess and lunch on a first-come, first-served basis. Juniors register first on Wednesday, September 16th, and all 9th through 11th graders can register on September 17th and 18th if seats remain.
Please bring $18 exact cash and your school ID. Fee waivers are available for qualifying 11th graders, and there will be no make-up testing. This test is open exclusively to Hilo High students!
Junior Class Rally (9/14-9/28)
Panthers, the wait is over! The Junior Class Denim Takeover Rally is happening this Friday, September 18th, during lunch in front of B‑Building! You’ve seen the buzz, you’ve heard the hype, now it’s time to show up and show out. Slip into your favorite denim and get ready for games, laughter, and that unstoppable Panther energy. The Denim Takeover is ON! Let’s go Panthers!