Programs and Activities

Here are the dates for STAR attendance

SENIORS! This is crucial information, so please read this!

The Hilo High School Vendor Fair is happening on December 14, 2024 from 9:30 - 2:00. We are currently seeking vendors! Email [email protected] or call Krystal Moore (808)313-5511 for more information.

Good Morning, ACE students! We will have our ALL ACE STARS meeting on Monday, October 28, 2024 to celebrate your accomplishments in Quarter 1. Please report to the Cafeteria right after recess.

Hey Vikings! A special guest speaker will be presenting on Friday, October 25th, 2024 from 2:30-3:30 at Shehata Sensei's room in P-3. The presentation will include information and fun activities based around this years country of focus for PAAC, Vietnam. Everyone is welcome to come!

Hey Vikings! Got some items you no longer need? Do some fall cleaning and donate them to our upcoming rummage sale! We are accepting donations at the Hilo High cafeteria on October 18th from 2PM to 8PM. Clear out your space and suport a great cause. The Rummage Sale will be on Saturday, October 19th, 2024 from 7:30 AM to 12:30 PM.Thank you and We hope to see you there!

Hey Vikings, Do you have used and unwanted cardboard lying around your home or classroom, and you don't know what to do with them?

Shout out to digital design 1 pathway students for finishing their final book cover project for Quarter 1! This is the 2nd project the students have created on Adobe Illustrator and they definitely deserve to be showcased for their talent! Look at the amazing diversity of creativity and skill we have at Hilo High School! Good job Digital Design Pathway students! Shout out to Jana Anderson, Kawika Panui, Wanvisa Suwanwong, Clara Steele, and Noumea Gatting!

Hilo High School is hosting a Japanese Noh Theater Workshop by Sano Sensei from Japan on Wednesday, October 2nd, 2024, during period 6.

Aloha Seniors, this is a reminder that Senior Ad payments are due this Friday, September 20th, 2024. Prices for the page are as follows: A Full page is $200, Half a page is $100, and 1/4th page is $50. Designs for Senior Ads are due in December. If you have any questions, please email Mrs Blair at [email protected] Thank you!

Calling all current juniors and sophomores! If you're a junior who needs to complete your Personal Transition Plan (PTP) before the next school year, or a sophomore eager to finish yours early, a special advanced summer school session is your chance. Don't miss out—there are only seven spots left for this focused PTP completion program. See Ms. Frias ASAP in N-103 to get your application form today!

Aloha students! The Academy Fun Day is scheduled this Friday, May 30, 2025. Please wear your Academy t-shirt or Academy color shirts this Friday to participate in the Academy events and for the Academy points.

Colors for the academies are:
Freshman Academy - Blue
ACE - Gray
HHS - Black
BNR - Green

Are you looking for a STEM summer program that will elevate your resume? Join HISE, a 5 day, all expenses paid, STEM exploration experience on Hawaii island.

Congratulations goes out to your 2025 HHSAA Boys State Tennis Singles champion- Bryan Assi
Your dedication to the sport and work ethic on the court shined through at states and we are proud of you!

Aloha Vikings! 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!

Good morning Vikings! A quick reminder for upcoming seniors — 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!

Calling all of our 2025 May Day Hōʻike performers!

Attention upcoming seniors — it's time to start thinking about your senior portraits!

Calling all Vikings!

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. Apply today!

"He lei poina ʻole ke keiki - The Children Are Our Future"

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!

We need 15-30 Junior volunteers to help run the graduation concession stand. This is our last class fundraiser of the year, and we need your help to make it a success!
If you're interested, stop by Ms. Hoota’s room (B-42) to pick up a volunteer form.
This is a great way to support our class, earn volunteer hours, and be part of a fun event!
Let’s finish the year strong Tigers!

CONGRATULATIONS to sophomore Sky Bardwell-Jones!! Sky won second place at the state speech tournament this past weekend!

Aloha HHS current and incoming 9th students,
We will be offering a free and fun Mathematics course this summer known as Math Camp. You can earn a 1/2 elective credit. Students will be able to increase their math skills and confidence with solving math problems. The class is open to the first 30 students who sign up. If you have any questions, or want to sign up, stop by either M(r)s. Park's class in A21 or Mr. George's class in A24.

ATTENTION ALL LEO CLUB MEMBERS!

Aloha kākou, attention all mayday performers, your applications are due Wednesday 4/9, 2025 to Kumu Heather in room R-20. Screening will be on Wednesday 4/16 after school in the old gym from 1:30pm. If you have any questions you can talk to Kumu Heather in room R-20 or Kumu Awa in K-101. Mahalo

Hey Seniors! Are you ready to face the real world? Or are you still figuring out how to adult? Well, get ready to level up your financial skills! We're thrilled to invite you to the Maika'i Money Financial Reality Fair!

Graduation Setup Crew!

Make a difference and help our graduating class celebrate their achievement!

We are looking for volunteers to assist with setting up on Thursday, May 22, 2025 from 2:30- 5:00pm at Edith Kanaka’ole Stadium.

Pick up a form from R13 (Mrs. Blythʻs)

Attention all seniors! It's time to recognize your dedication and service to Hilo High School.

Quarter 4 Bus Application now Open until March 28, 2025

This is the last week to turn in a Quarter 4 bus application. Any applications turned in after Friday, March 28th, will be rejected. Applications can be submitted online or hard copies are available for pickup at the main office. If you have any questions, please stop by the office.

This past Saturday the Hilo High Speech and Debate club competed at the District Tournament held at the University of Hawai'i Hilo.

Nalukai Academy Summer is an intensive social, cultural, and commercial entrepreneurship boarding program for Hawaiʻi high school students.

Attention all ACE academy students going on the Wednesday March 5, 2025, excursion to UHHilo and/or HCC. Students need to report to the bus and find the correct bus to get on BEFORE 8:10 AM. The bus will leave at 8:15 AM. Bring a pen/pencil and a water bottle/hydro (if they want), but no backpack is needed.

Attention vikings did you pick up an intent to perform application for this years mayday hoʻike?

If so, don’t forget it’s due on Wednesday, March 5th, 2025, to Kumu Awa in room K101.

There will be a day time show for HHS students and staff ONLY and an evening show that is open to the public with a ticket purchase.

Mahalo!

Aloha Viking Mathletes, members of the Math Team, We have a meet this Saturday morning, March 1st, 2025, at Waiakea High School at 9am. Please respond to Mr. Young's email regarding your availability. Mr. Young will also be in his room on Tuesday and Thursday after school for some practice before the meet. The practice makes a difference. Hope to see you at practice and the meet. Go Viking Mathletes!!!

Hilo High School Grad Nite needs YOU! 🎓✨ Help us create an unforgettable, safe, and fun celebration for our graduating seniors. Whether you can lend a hand with planning, decorating, or chaperoning, your support makes all the difference. 🙌

Let’s come together to give our grads the send-off they deserve! 💙 Email us for more details [email protected]. #ProjectGradNite #VolunteerWithUs #ClassOf2025

We're thrilled to recognize our talented students who excelled at the recent HOSA State Leadership Conference on Oahu.

Aloha kākou! e hele mai a ʻai! This is a friendly reminder for those that came to make laulau on Tuesday to come and join us to learn more phrases in Hawaiian while you enjoy the laulau that you made! join us in Kumu ʻAwaʻs (K101) during lunch today! A hui hou! See you there-Aloha!

Congratulations to our KVIKS Media members Nevaeh Mendoza, Noumea Gatting, Landan Lopez, Kai Bowlin, Mai Han Nguyen, and Van Nguyen for placing 2nd in the PBS Hawaii HIKI NO 2025 Winter Challenge! We are so proud of your hard work!

Aloha vikings! We would like to remind you of the date and times of our May Day program and announce this year's royal court.

Come out to the Civic Auditorium this Sunday, February 23, 2025 from 10am to 2pm for an All-You-Can-Eat Ice Cream Jam. Tickets are $10 at the door. Hilo High, Hilo Intermediate, and Kea'au Bands will be performing as well as the Hilo High Taiko, Hilo High Ensemble and Waiakea Ukulele Band. Thank you for supporting the HHS Viking Band annual fundraiser.

E hele mai a hana i laulau a ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi me mākou! Hilo High School's Hawaiian Club will be hosting a special lunch event to show our haumanā how to prep and make laulau, and they will be able to nanea a ʻai - enjoy and eat what we made! Sign-ups close on Friday, February 21st, 2025. You MUST be signed up to participate and be present on BOTH days. Mahalo!

Attention Vikings! We're looking for talented individuals to join us for this years May Day Hoʻike. Our program will be held on friday May 16th! If you're interested in showcasing your skills, come to our informational meeting on Wednesday, February 19th, during First Recess at Kumu Awaʻs room K-101. Mahalo, hope to see you there!

Aloha mai kākou!
ʻO wau ʻo Kumu ʻAwa a eia wau ma ʻaneʻi ma KVIKS e hoʻolaha ai i ka mea lanakila o ka WAIWAI HAWAIʻI no ka pule MUA o PEPELUALI.

Senior Prom packet and bid collection will be from Thursday, February 6th to Tuesday, February 11, 2025.

ATTENTION ALL LEO CLUB MEMBERS AND OFFICERS!!!
A new project was put into Google Classroom. Please fill out the Google Form and let Ms. T know if you can attend the project. We need as many people to participate in this project as possible, so please sign up for as many shifts as you can! Even if you can't attend, fill out the form! Again, a new project is in Google Classroom, so PLEASE fill out the Google Form.
Thank You!

This message is for all the students of ACE. Please return your permission forms for our college excursion to UH and HCC by March 5th.

About Kahuapono
Kahuapono engages students in grades 6-12 through hands-on restoration work in ʻāina-based learning. The program takes students to natural areas across Hawaiʻi Island to learn about Hawaiʻi's unique plants, animals, and ecosystems. Students leave with a sense of place and responsibility to care for our island home.

Hey, Juniors!

We’re excited to share some fun activities planned just for you this week. Let’s show our spirit and make Junior Days unforgettable!

ATTENTION ALL LEO CLUB MEMBERS!!!
This is a friendly reminder to please fill out the Google Form for this Saturday's project, January 25th 2025, which will be here at Hilo High from 9:00 to 11:00 am. If you haven't already done so, please fill out the form, even if you cannot attend. For members who have indicated you are attending, please be sure to pick up a permission form. The forms are on Ms. T's door in room A-19.

Hey Seniors! Save the date! Senior Prom: A Tale as Old as Time will be held on Saturday, March 1st, 2025 at Nani Mau Gardens. Packet distribution will be from January 22-24. Please ensure all obligations are cleared before picking up a packet. Thank you!

Hey Vikings! Haven't ordered a yearbook yet? Well, you're in luck!

Aloha vikings, May Day is coming up!

The application window for Quarter 3 bus passes is now open until January 17th, 2025. If you would like to ride for the third quarter, you can submit your application online or pickup and return a paper copy at the main office. Those of you who have a Quarter 2 bus pass may still ride until Winter Break, or December 20th. If you have any questions, please stop by the office.

The Academies Health and Human Services and Business and Natural Resources are having a meeting!

This Saturday September 7, 2024 we will have our first student section at our football game against the Konawaena Wildcats, it'll be camouflage themed. Come dressed up in camouflage themed attire! For example you can wear colors of brown, green, black, you can also wear eye black. We'll be giving our free gifts to the first 20 people. Come and support our football team against Konawaena!

ATTENTION ALL LEO CLUB MEMBERS!!!

Attention Class of 2026 Tigers!

Aloha vikings! Come join us for a Jingle Bell color run down at the Bayfront Soccer Field on December 22, 2024 at 3:30 PM. You can use the QR code in the attached image to sign up or pick up a registration form in room AA1. Sign up by December 22, 2024. The first 100 to register will receive a Viking drawstring bag. Hope to see you there!

Attention Seniors, this is a reminder that if you purchased a Senior Ad in the Yearbook, your ad is due on December 20th, 2024. If you have any questions, please email Mrs Blair at [email protected]. Mahalo!

Attention LEO Club Members!
A new project was just posted in Google Classroom. Please be sure to fill out the form even if you can't attend. This new project is a fun one so we hope you can attend, even if it's just for part of the time! Again, new project in Google Classroom. Please fill out the form!
Thank you!

Seniors! Your class song is round and Around by Kolohe Kai! Please take the time to listen to the music over the winter break, as song practices will start soon!

There will be a LEO Club meeting this Wednesday, December 11th, 2024 in room C-215. We have some new projects coming up and you need to get the details! So, bring your lunch and we'll see you there! Thank you!

Aloha Hawaiian Club members. We have a meeting during lunch TODAY Tuesday-Dec 10, 2024-during lunch in Kumu ʻAwaʻs room. Please be there as we finalize everything for our Molokaʻi Bread Fundraiser this weekend. Mahalo nui!

Calling all Chess Players!

Welcome, future Vikings! We're so excited to have you join our Hilo High community. Registration nights are coming quick. We canʻt wait meet you all and to help guide you in taking the first step towards high school! Mark your calendars for Dec. 4th and 5th, 2024, and remember to RSVP!

Attention Class of 2025!

The Boys Basketball team will be selling Dippin Dots after school everyday this week in the Mauka patio November 19-22, 2024. Flavors include cotton candy, banana split, rainbow ice and the always popular Cookies N Cream. Come support the boys team as the prepare for the upcoming season!

ATTENTION ALL LEO CLUB MEMBERS!

3 new projects were posted in Google Classroom. Please fill out the Google Forms for each of the projects. Some of you still aren't doing the forms, so Ms. T doesn't know if you can attend or not. As a reminder, you should be participating in at least 2 projects per quarter. Again, all LEO Club members, please fill out the 3 Google Forms in Google Classroom!

Thank you!

Tis the season vikings! As Christmas Corners is fast approaching, packets will be available for pickup. If you missed our informational meeting but still want to participate, come to room A-16 to pick up a packet. They're available for pickup from now till November 15, 2024. All packets are due by November 20th during lunch.

Aloha e ko Hui Hawaiʻi! Attention all Hawaiian Club members! We have a club meeting on Tuesday Nov 19, 2024, during lunch. Please grab your lunch early and come to K101-Kumu ʻAwaʻs class. We will distributing your fundraiser tickets and talking about upcoming events. We will see you there! Aloha!

Hey Vikings! We are having a Traffic Safety and Health fair this week Wednesday, November 13th. It will be during lunch and period 6 in the upper parking lot by Mr. Iokepa's room. There will be plenty of local organizations running activity booths and will even be prizes such as Southwest gift cards or Hilo High merch. We hope to see you all during lunch!

Kyoto Tachibana High School and Hilo High School are now SISTER SCHOOLS!

Aloha vikings! AVID will be hosting Thank you cards to our veterans from October 28 to November 8 2024. It is for our veterans that served in the war and now staying at the veterans home below the hospital. Come stop by at lunch recess only. In Ms. Blairs, L-3 upstairs. Your time will be greatly appreciated and we will have snacks for those who do a card.

Starting Monday October 28, to November 18, 2024 Speech and Debate will be hosting a HOPE service donation collection! So drop by room A12a(Ms. Baum), B45(Ms. Laliberte), or room R11(Ms. Sullivan) and put any unopened and unused hygiene products in the donation box. Thank you for your contribution!

Tis the season Vikings! It's finally that time of year! The holiday season is fast approaching, and with it is our annual Christmas Corners event on December 2nd, 2024 from 5pm-8:30pm at Hilo High School. If you're interested in decorating your hangout spot, come to A16 during lunch on Wednesday November 6th to pick up a packet and attend an informational meeting.

Hilo High School Academy of Construction and Engineering cordially invites you to learn about post-high school options for students and their parents who are interested in the Construction and Welding pathways. (open to current Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors)

Aloha all! While yearbook is hard at work documenting our school year. If you are participating in rodeo this year, 2024, please fill out this google form so we can include you in yearbook. If you have any questions, please let Mrs Blair know at [email protected]. Mahalo!

Senior Luau will be on Saturday, November 23, 2024 from 5:30-8:00pm. Come pick up a packet to attend from Monday, October 21 to Wednesday, October 23. Please note that you must be cleared of all obligations to attend!

Aloha to all of our Academy of Business & Natural Resources members! This is just a reminder that we will be meeting in the auditorium on Monday, October 21st, 2024 during STARS. So, please meet at the auditorium and not at your STARS classrooms right after recess on Monday, October 21. A hui hou a mahalo!

Aloha Vikings! Please take a few moments to look over the Class of 2025 Senior Hall of Fame Winners.

Hey Seniors,
If you are interested in participating in this year's homecoming class dance, please fill out the google form that will be sent to your email on Friday, August 30th, 2024, at 2:15pm. Dance slots will be filled on a first come first serve basis and the form will close after the first 35 entries. Thank you!

Attention Class of 2025! Guess what? Song Nominations are here! Please visit the 2025 Graduation Google Classroom to nominate our class song! Also, refer to the classroom for future announcements & reminders. Use this as a guide to stay on track for graduation! The Google Form for song nominations will close on October 18, 2024. Start nominating!

Aloha Vikings! The Hilo High Future Farmers of America will be having it's first meeting on Thursday, August 29th, 2024 during lunch recess in room Q-101. Come on down and see what FFA is all about! Hope to see you there!

Hey seniors do you understand another language other than English?

Attention all LEO Club Members!

Attention To Filipino Club members!

Hey Vikings! Are you interested in becoming a future leader of our community? What about traveling to neighbor islands and even around Asia? Maybe the Pacific Asian Affairs Club is the club for you! Come to room B- 41 to learn more about our Club on Wednesday, August 28th, 2024 at lunch.

Attention Academy of Construction and Engineering Students. We have extended the deadline for T-Shirt designs until August 28th, 2024. Submit your designs by going to the QR code on the screen. Your designs must have the name of the Academy or ACE and be no more than 2 colors. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Waracka

Please be sure to check Google Classroom for upcoming projects. There are 4 projects posted right now and we need to know if you will be attending. Please fill out ALL of the Google Forms EVEN IF you cannot attend. Permission forms for this weekend's project is on Ms. T's door. Also, if you haven't turned in your LEO Club application and dues, you can turn it in to Ms. T in room A-19. Again, don't forget to fill out the Google Forms!

The PSAT/NMSQT is scheduled for Saturday, October 12, 2024 in the Hilo High Cafeteria. Those who are in 9th-11th grade, interested in attending college, and taking the SAT should consider taking this practice test to better prepare them for the real SAT. 11th graders who qualify for Free/Reduced lunch test for free. For all others, the test costs $18. To register, fill out the Google form: https://forms.gle/A2oPSfoP2jHuEeUd9. Spaces are limited to the first 100 students so sign up now!

The application window for Quarter 2 bus passes is now open until November 15th, 2024. If you would like to ride for the second quarter, you can submit your application online or pickup and return a paper copy at the main office. Those of you who have a Quarter 1 bus pass may still ride until Fall Break, or October 4th. If you have any questions, please stop by the office.

Attention all LEO Club Members!

Aloha, Vikings! We are excited to share information with you about a newly formed non-profit organization called Kulia College Pathways, founded by one of our 2021 Viking Alumna SHWE WIN !

Aloha Vikings! Would you like to make some ceramic artwork this year, but do not have ceramics class? Well you are in luck! We are bringing back the Ceramics Club. We need members, officers and interested Vikings to come to the lunch meeting on Wednesday, August 21, 2024 in C-101. Are you interested but can't make it on Wednesday? Send Mrs. Mant an email at [email protected] Lets Play in Clay!

Attention all current and returning LEO Club Members!

Attention To Filipino Club members!
A reminder that Filipino club dues of $5 are due on September 12th.
Please come to room A-23 to turn in your dues.
let’s bond with one another!

Aloha Vikings! Love learning? Want to challenge yourself? Academic Decathlon is for you! Explore science, math, history, and more while working as a team. Learn, grow, and build skills that will help you succeed in school and beyond. Ready to push your limits and have fun doing it? Come to R-24 today, August 13, 2024, at lunch to see what it's all about!

School picture taking is scheduled on

August 20th & 21st, 2024
for Hilo High School.

Cash & check payments: Please have your student
bring their order envelope to picture taking.

The deadline to pre-order is August 21st.
Please visit our website for more information:
www.reedtaka.com/hilo-high-school