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Kalani juniors complete Na Wahine O Ke Kai

Mason Quaccia
October 3, 2025
Two Kalani Students, Teagan Link (11) and Nicole Inayoshi (11) share an embrace at Kahanamoku Beach after completing the Na Wahine O Ke Kai, 41 mile paddling race from Molokai to Oahu on Sunday, Sept. 28. The historic race across the Kaiwi Channel honors the tradition and legacy of Hawaiian canoe paddling but specifically the wahine to celebrate their endurance and passion for the sport. A race reserved for men now proves the capabilities of all women. (Mason Quaccia)
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Thursday, Feb. 12, Aniela Germain (11), Emma Wong (11), Asher Barket (11), Taraji White (9), Logan Fernandez (11), Lyndon Okoji (9), Jayden Ringpis (11), and Sakura Enami (11) dominate twin day by wearing colorful and fun patterned ties.
Valentine Spirit Week
Kai Wolfe (11) patiently stands for Mrs. Akasaki to count his payment after waiting in line for the Kalani Junior Prom’s bid sales. Members of the class of 2027 student council, Lainee Ono 11 ( right) and Destiny Nguyen ( left) work diligently to steadily get through the line on Friday, Jan. 30. Junior prom, with the theme of Claire De Lune À Paris: Moonlight in Paris will take place Monday, March 16.
Students line up for Junior Prom bid sales
Preparing for the upcoming Freshman and Sophomore Banquet, Mia Doma (10) — the Class of 2028 president —takes rapid directions from other student body members, posting students’ bid numbers under their preferred table assignments at Kalani High School’s library during lunch on Jan. 29, the second day of seating enrollment. Due to the registration for the banquet being first come, first serve, the participating students hurriedly gather in the designated lines to snag their desired seats for the event. This provides an opportunity for freshman and sophomores alike to collaborate for the gala's organization and overall success.
Prepping for the Freshmen/Sophomore Banquet
Kalani High hosts its Senior Day at Ice Palace, Jan 29.
Seniors keep it cool at Ice Palace
The Red Pineapple gift shop is shown with a mural, welcoming shoppers both local and tourist to the neighborhood.
Exploring Kaimuki
Get the latest news and information from the Kalani Blood Drive to help you make your decision about donating blood. It's normal to feel nervous, but the reward of helping others is far greater than the risk, and the initial injection is often less painful than expected. Your donation is vital, especially with a big blood shortage nationwide and on the island, helping people with trauma, blood disorders, or certain cancers. If you're 16 or over and meet the minimum 110 lbs weight requirement for those 18+, you may be eligible to save a life. If you missed the drive on Nov. 24, contact the Blood Bank of Hawaii for more information.
Kalani's student-run blood drive saves lives
About the Contributor
Mason Quaccia
Mason Quaccia, Reporter
Mason Quaccia, a reporter for Ka Leo O Kalani. Sophomore and his first year of news writing. He enjoys the visual aspects of news writing, like photography and commentation. He enjoys discussing more serious topics, but also likes to keep things light and fun. He’s not so credible yet, but he has good skills with writing. He loves his sport paddling and his friends. He wants to write more about that and also the Hawaiian customs to showcase a culture most don’t know about. He hopes you will learn something new while enjoying his humor.