News & Announcements

Boys Volleyball voluntary conditioning at HHS Gym on
February 4 - 6, 2020 from 6:30 PM - 8PM

Official Boys Volleyball Tryouts (for those not participating in a winter sport)
on February 10 - 12, 2020 from 6:30PM - 8:30 PM at HHS Gym
You must have a current physical and signed acknowledgement form to participate.

Watch this video for details on Senior Week, 2020! There will also be rallies at lunch from March 9th to 13th.

February is Black History Month. This is the time to honor and celebrate the contributions of African Americans and African descent in the world. Please visit our library to see the display of books for Black History Month.

There are several new scholarships available in A-1. Come by to check them out and apply!

Hawaii Saddle Club - several scholarships available to seniors from Hawaii Island with ranching or rodeo experience.

KEM Scholarship - $1,000 scholarship open to Hilo High School Seniors planning to pursue a degree in Science beginning Fall 2020.

Mufi Hannemann Leadership Scholarship - open to students of Samoan ancestry with academic and leadership potential.

The Better Business Bureau Students of Integrity Scholarships - Open to Juniors and Seniors. $5,000 award for the winning video submission, and several $2,000 awards for winning essay submissions. Detailed application information can be found online.

Come check these scholarships and many more in A-1 today!

The 2020 Boys and Girls Golf Team will be having tryouts starting February 10, 2020 at the Hilo Muni Golf Course. Meet at 3:00 PM.
You must have a current physical, golf equipment and green fees. Please call Coach Randy Pak at 934-0049 if you are are planning to tryout.

Friday is the last day to pay for AP tests. See Ms. Taniguchi in B-35 to pay for your tests.

AP fees is as follows:
Non-free/reduced eligible: $44 per test
Free/reduced eligible (with a turned in waiver form): $12 per test

*Non-refundable

Seniors! It is time to select your class Hall Of Fame! Election will be held February 3-7 so make sure you vote! Click on this post to go directly to the Google Form! You must be logged in with your Viking email in order for it to count.

All Boys & Girls planning to tryout for tennis, you can still sign up with coach Leanne in F-Bldg.
Remember, physicals need to be done in order to tryout. Forms can be picked up at the front office if needed.
Tryouts will be February 10 -12. Boys start at 3pm and girls at 4pm at the Hilo Intermediate courts. Those currently in another sport that can't make the tryout dates, please let coach Leanne know.

Watch the full live stream from the Hilo High School vs Kealakehe High School Senior Night Dual Meet and Festivities!

HAWAII PACIFIC UNIVERSITY VISITATION:
Hawaii Pacific University (HPU) will be visiting here with us on Monday, February 3, 2020.
Please come to Room A-1 to pick up your pass to attend this presentation which is coming up soon!

Freshmen will be selling Jamba Juice!

Seniors Complete FAFSA by FEBRUARY 4TH @5PM!

ASVAB Testing sign ups have started. See Ms. Taniguchi in B35 to sign up for the February 6th ASVAB.

Seniors UH Manoa And Chaminade University holding a Free Decision on the spot application At Hilo High!

Western Oregon University Visitation will be visiting us on Friday, January 31, 2020 during Pd. 2. See Ms.Lawrence for a pass.

Football players interested in Linfield athletic program.

Valentines day Roses! Valentine’s Day is in less than a month and the student association will be selling roses. Preorders will happen in front of A16 from Monday, January 27th to Friday, January 31st during recess and lunch.

The School Quality Survey (SQS) Parent Letters were sent home with your child on Monday, 01/13/2020. Please complete and mail in the enclosed pre-paid envelope at any time, no later than March 13, 2020.

If your child would like to earn 10 HERO points, please have your child bring their COMPLETED (and sealed) SQS envelopes to Ms. Julie Ann Lawrence in A01-B by February 14, 2020.

Class of 2020 senior luau will be on Saturday February 29th, 2020 at the Hilo High first patio, the cost will be $20.00 and forms are available for pick up at A12B from January 13-17 and payment will be on Jan 20-24.

The Performing Arts Learning Center, PALC, will hold 2 registration meetings for semester 2. You only need to attend one of the two meetings. The first is meeting is Tuesday, January 14, from 3-4:30 pm. The second meeting is Wednesday, January 15, from 3-4:30 pm.

Hey Vikings! The 6th Annual, Hilo Complex Bands, Hot Dog Jam Fundraising Event is happening on February 15 from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM at our own Hilo High Gym. Tickets are $7.00 (pre-sold) or $10.00 at the door. Please see any band member or Mrs. Yokoe to purchase yours by Jan 23. Mahalo for your support!

Anyone still interested in volunteering, or becoming a UNIFIED Partner for Hilo High School Special Olympic UNIFIED Program, please come to room N105 to complete forms. First practice will start on Wednesday, January 15th during lunch recess at the track.

Do you love to dance? Do you love the Hawaiian culture? Do you think you have what it takes to represent your class and ʻohana in this yearʻs May Day Hōʻike? Come to P-3 (Mr. Fernandez rm) and K101 (Kumu ʻAwaʻs rm) to pick up a May Day Court application. Applications will be available from Wednesday, 1/8, to Thursday, 1-16. If you have any questions, please go see Mr. Fernandez or Kumu ʻAwa.

Seniors! Your commencement song practices are starting on January 13th. Every Monday beginning January 13th, please report directly to the Pool when pd 2 ends. Song practice begins at the start of 1st recess. Anyone who reports more than 5 minutes late will be considered absent for that day's practice and will lose that ticket. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Arbles.

"The Hawaii Department of Education (HIDOE) is committed to create and sustain positive and supportive learning environments where our students feel safe, secure, and welcomed."

Principal Robert Dircks Leaves Hilo High School Post on December 31st, After 14 Years.

Sale Doors open at 4pm! Stay for some Hot Chocolate and visit the decorated corners from 6-8pm!

Join us for PALC events December 6th, 7th, & 8th!

Once again, history was made! With a breathtaking, unbelievable final field goal, Vikings take home the HHSAA Division 1 Football trophy! 20-17
'Iolani

The Hilo High School App is a convenient way to keep up-to-date with the latest happenings of Hilo High School. Download the FREE app from the App Store or Google Play Today!

Help us celebrate the Fine Arts Department and join us for our "Viking Fine Arts Exhibit" and "Playwrights Festival" - Friday December 6th at 6pm. We will have light refreshments and Art in the Auditorium Hallway. 7pm the show starts, so don't be late!

Listen up, Juniors! This Leadership/Scholarship program is just for you! The Bezos Scholars Program is a year-long leadership program that amplifies youth voice and action. Accepted scholars are invited to attend an all-expenses paid trip to the Aspen Ideas Festival during the summer after Junior Year.

Scholars app offers information on tons of Hawaii-based scholarships (see attached flyer). Create an account on scholarsapp.com today!

"It saddens me to inform you of the recent passing of one of our staff members, Mr. Vincent Pereira.  He was a dedicated employee at Hilo High for the past seven years, and showed a deep commitment and care for all of our students, each and every day."    - Principal Robert Dircks

- November 9, 2019 - Hilo, Hawaii

Hilo Y’s Men Club Christmas Tree Sale. Nov. 30 at Ben Franklin Parking lot. Come and support our local service club by donating dollars to determine the winner of our ugly sweater contest. Ugly sweater contest will be presented by our Hilo High 11th grade AVID class.

Hey Juniors and Seniors Do you want to be a hero and save lives right here in Hawaii? On January 22nd we will be having our annual blood drive . By donating blood you can help save up to 3 lives! Sign Up to get a form today until December 6th,2019 in BB102, or if you have the teachers you can also sign up with Mrs. Kalawe, Mr. Sato, and Mrs. Blair. Sign Up before its to late because remember, YOU ARE SOMEONES TYPE! Thank you!

Come and enjoy the PTSA Christmas Craft Faire on December 7 at the Hilo High School Cafeteria.

Happy Thanksgiving Week, Vikings! This is a reminder that we are still collecting donations of canned and non-perishable food donations in room A-1 this week. All donations will be taken to the Hawaii Food Basket on Wednesday after school. On top of giving to your community members who might be in need, you can earn 2 Hero Points for every can donated. Remember that we have lots to be thankful for, so lets "Give What We CAN!"

Need help with financial aid and the scholarship process?

November 26, 2019, 7:04am - Hilo, Hawaii

Senior cap and gown orders are due to Balfour BEFORE December 1st to avoid the $20 late fee.
See Ms. Arbles (A-22) if you have questions.

The Thanksgiving Rally is an event that will send off our students on their very much anticipated Thanksgiving break.

Pursuant to Act 206 (2018), Section 712-1258, Hawaii Revised Statutes, it is unlawful for any student under the age of 21 to purchase or possess any tobacco product or electronic smoking device. In addition, any tobacco product or electronic smoking device found in a student’s possession is committing a Hawaii Administrative Rules Chapter 19 offense. It shall be seized by school administration and forfeited to law enforcement.

Students from Hilo High School on Hawaiʻi Island tell the story of a severely shy female Hilo High student who came out of her shell after she found her niche in her schoolʻs media club.

Need to fundraise for a club, school project or trip? ALL students groups get FREE space at the Christmas Craft Fair on Saturday, December 7th, Hilo High Staff pay only $35.00 for a half booth.

Congratulations to the HHS Viking Football BIIF Championship Team and the five players who were nominated as finalists for the prestigious KHON Cover2 Award.

Hey Vikings! There are still spaces available for the ASVAB test on December 4th. See Ms. Taniguchi in A-16 to sign up.

To all Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors, we will be having our second ASVAB test of the year on Wednesday, December 4th, 2019. The ASVAB test is a must take for anyone interested in joining the military. To sign up or to get more information, see Ms. Taniguchi in A-16 during morning or lunch recess. Spots are limited.

Attention all Juniors! The Punaluu Fundraiser has started! We hope you all are having fun trying to raise as much money as you can for our class. Don’t forget, the STARS class that raises the most money will win an ice cream/pizza party.

Attention class of 2023, with Christmas fast approaching, we are coming together with Grand Naniloa to help with the Christmas Parade in Hilo on November 30th. To sign up, please see Ms. Switzer or Mr. Finley at BB-302 or B-45. Thank you!

Watch the live stream of the Mele Murals Unveiling Ceremony that was held on Monday, 11/4/2019!

While we undertook this project with the greatest intentions, we sincerely apologize to those who are upset with the decision for the location of the new mural. Our intention was never to erase or destroy our school’s legacy, but to inspire future generations of Vikings and to instill a sense of place and pride.

On October 28, 29,& 30 Project Vision Hawaii offered FREE vision screening for all students at Hilo High School! The screening took about 15-20 minutes per student as they underwent various preliminary vision checks. Students from our Clinical Health Pathway classes assisted with the screening process, along with members of our local Lions Clubs. Students identified for further testing may also be eligible for free glasses!!

Mahalo to Project Vision Hawaii!

We will be attending the Career Fair on Thursday, November 14th. You'll have the chance to speak directly with professionals in different careers, who represent all 6 career pathways. We will need to miss all of pd 1 and 1st recess on November 14th. We will return to school a few minutes tardy to pd 3. Forms can be picked up from Ms. Lawrence or Ms. Frias in A-1. Signed forms are due back to A-1 by Nov 12th. Space is limited to 2 buses - return your forms ASAP.

A great big VIKING Congratulations to Junior GIANNA YOKOE! Yokoe rallied in the championship round to 631.9 for the girls title at the Sporter Air Rifle/HHSAA State Championships! Way to go, Gianna!

On Thursday, October 24, Hilo High Seniors were handed a budget which included their job, and family size. They then had a chance to speak with financial advisors to plan an appropriate budget for their circumstances. Were many successful?

Although the roadway separates them, the Vikings and the Spartans of Hilo Intermediate stood together in solidarity to promote Unity for National Unity Day.

If you are interested in Wrestling for the Hilo High School Wrestling Team, tryouts will be held on November 12, 2019 to November 22, 2019.

Hey, Seniors! Planning to attend the University of Hawaii at Manoa? Interested in learning about some scholarships specific to us in Hawaii? Need some time to work on scholarship applications? Come sign up for a scholarship workshop scheduled for Wednesday, October 30th during pd 4. Representatives from UH Manoa will be here to share some scholarship information, as well as give you some time to work on scholarship apps online. See Mrs. Frias in A-1 to pick up a pass.

Hey Vikings! It's spooky season! Dress up on Halloween to get hero points during recess and lunch in front of the auditorium. There will be a lunch time rally with fun games and a costume contest! Hope to see you there!

Attention ALL Vikings! Are you interested in starting to earn College Credits while you are still in high school? Want to earn those college credits FOR FREE?
You're in luck! Hilo High School and Hawaii Community College are offering an AFTER SCHOOL Hawaiian Studies 100 Class during 2nd semester of this school year. Space is limited, so please see Mrs. Frias in A-1 as soon as possible if you are interested.

In the JROTC program 1 cadet each month is chosen to be the Cadet of the Month, for the month of September the cadet who was chosen was, Toan Huynh!

Six students were able to attend the conference held on October 18, 2019. They were excited to learn more about their filipino heritage.

The Hawaii Dept. of Education in coordination with non-profit organizations Project Vision Hawaii (PVH) and Vision to Learn VTL), will be providing free vision screenings on Oct. 28-30. If a student shows further need, a trained optometrist will provide a FREE exam and if required, FREE glasses as well.

Mele Murals will be teaming with a core hui of 9th graders to teach mo'olelo of Hilo, design a mural and finally paint a large mural on the wall facing the track.

Aloha Hilo High Community. Today, November 5, 2019, around 10 AM, Hilo High experienced a network outage that disrupted bells, paging, internet and phone communications. Service was restored at 10:45 AM. We apologize for any inconvenience it may have caused to those trying to reach us.

Good morning, Seniors! Do you still need to apply to college? Did you miss the first Hawaii Community College application session last month? Well, you're in luck! Hawaii Community College will be back to conduct another application session with us on Tuesday, November 5th. Please see Mrs. Frias in A-1 to sign up for the session and pick up a pass. Remember, the application is FREE, and non-binding! Hope to see you there!

Interested in a military career? Well come on down to Rm. A-1 and sign up to get your pass to attend any of these informational military presentations!

Please come to A-16 at recess and lunch beginning on October 14th (the first day back from fall break) to pick up cards that you can make. Each card can be turned in for 5 HERO points and you can make a total of 4 cards to earn a maximum of 20 points. All cards are DUE on October 30 back to A-16 at recess and lunch.

Do you love being outdoors in the natural setting of our beautiful island? Does conservation and sustainability matter to you? Want to get paid while doing what you love? Kupu's Youth Conservation Corps Summer Program would be perfect for you!

Come learn about innovation in agriculture, energy production, astronomy, space
exploration, health care, underwater robotics, and more!

Free Screening of an award-winning film that probes into the vulnerable corners of family life and depicts messy struggles over social media, video games and academics. The film offers solutions on how we can help our kids navigate the digital world.

In the month of October, we will be celebrating National Unity Day and show our desire to prevent bullying. Let’s all unite by participating in these activities.

Annual Big Island Adventure Challenge, JROTC will be hosting a JROTC Physical Fitness Challenge at Hilo High School Track/Field on October 26th from 9am to 4pm and October 27th from 8am to 12pm

Join Ms. Frias, Mr. Dircks, Mrs. Laliberte, the National Honor Society, the Future Health Professionals Club, and the Japan Club to march in solidarity to show our support for victims of domestic abuse.

Students attending the College Fair on Friday, 10/25 - you will be missing lunch on Friday. Please plan accordingly by eating Wiki, or by bringing a home lunch with you that day. You will all report to your pd 4 classes as usual. An announcement will be made to excuse you at 10:30am. Buses will leave Hilo High at 10:45am. We will return to pd 6 around 12:15pm.

We still have space on our two upcoming field trips. On Thursday, October 24th, we will be attending the Construction Career Day. On Friday, October 25th, we will be attending the College Fair.

There will be 3 sessions. Each senior will attend 1 session, depending on the period they have 12th grade English. Each of you will receive a pass indicating the session and time. Please head straight down to the New Gym at the indicated time.

Students attending the Construction Fair on Thursday, 10/24 - remember the strict dress code required to attend.

Are you interested in gaining more first-hand experience and information about your post-high school plans? You're in luck! We have TWO upcoming field trips that can help you do just that.

Hey, Seniors! Welcome back from October Break! Have you created your FSA IDs yet? Have your parents created theirs? What about your FAFSA? How many of you have completed it already? If you have not yet, don't worry - we're having a FAFSA completion event this Thursday, October 17th at Hilo High School from 5-7pm.

Hilo High School welcomes Lt. John Matagi from the Washington State Patrol, join us for his presentation to learn about a career in law enforcement.

Hey, Seniors! If you are planning to apply to UH Hilo for college, please come to see Mrs. Frias in A-1. You may qualify for a FREE UH Hilo Decision-On-The-Spot Application Appointment on November 8th.

Create your FSA ID before beginning your FAFSA. FSA ID instructions will be distributed in STARS on Monday, Sept 30th. See Mrs. Frias if you have any questions.

"I am Proud to be a Viking, and I’d like the school to come back to the Prominence that it had many years ago.”  - Barry Taniguchi (HHS '65)

Date: Saturday, October 19, 2019
Time: 8:00am
Location: Hilo High School Cafeteria
Sign up with Ms. Taniguchi in B35 from September 3-27.
Cash Only! Exact Change Please!

Participate in SPIRIT WEEK! #hhsVikingPRIDE!

Due to an electrical issue, the varsity football game scheduled for Thursday, September 5th has been rescheduled.

Some students may have already been notified of their meal status being reset because the application process grace period has ended. Simply submit a new application via EZMealApp.com to see if you qualify!

Our Annual Senior Parent Night will be held on Wednesday, September 4th. 
The informational meeting will begin at 5:30pm at the Hilo High School Auditorium.


Seniors who attend the meeting with their parent or legal guardian are eligible to receive a commencement ticket.  Students and/or parents who arrive more than 10 minutes late WILL NOT BE ABLE TO EARN THE TICKET.  Please be sure to be on time!

“Students who are not in school for even one day, miss out on significant learning opportunities affecting their academic growth.” - Dr. Christina Kishimoto

Hilo High School students are reminded to not enter the Hilo Intermediate School Campus before their school day has ended.

Attention Seniors! It is time to plan for your Mob Shot! Mob shot will be at the new gym, Friday September 6th at lunch recess 11:15. Dress code will be enforced and only appropriate signs will be allowed. Signs should not be bigger than three feet in length by two feet in width. Secure any glitter with glue and please don't bring a messy poster. Flags can be held in the top of the bleachers.
Show your Viking pride Lions!

Leaders from Student Association, Classes, and Clubs spent their day engaged in bonding and strategic activities to help them in their roles as leaders on campus. 


Many thanks to the SALT planning committee, Mrs. Masuhara and Mr. Yamamoto for their hard work.

Positive Behavioral Intervention & Supports (PBIS)
Goal: Recognize and Encourage Positive Behavior

How to earn Hero Points:
Participate in selected events (dress up days, etc.)
Return Beginning of the School Year Forms
Be Tardy Free for the Month
Be Absence Free for the Month
Demonstrating positive behavior (student of the month, zero tardies, perfect attendance)
Opportunities advertised on KVIKS (morning announcements) and social media

Students will take their pictures in their English Language Arts class either Wednesday, September 4th or Thursday, September 5th. Make up days will be provided later.

If you have any questions, please email [email protected].

Production delays set distribution of Parent & Student Handbook back one week.

On Monday, as Hilo High freshmen began their own high school careers, new Hilo-Waiakea Complex Area Superintendent Esther Kanehailua found herself back at the site of her own.

PTSA Open House
This Wednesday, 8/21/2019 - 4:30-6:45pm
Dinner available - Please RSVP Today!
Bring your parent or guardian to earn 20 HERO Points!