Trevor Crabb is an American professional beach volleyball player. (Honolulu Star-Advertiser, 17 April 2022), Punahou sophomore L. Kensington Ono 24 penned an article about her great-granduncle Gerome Mitsuo Hirata, a nisei veteran. He follows former Academy Principal Emily McCarren as she departs to become the head of Keystone Academy in Beijing. Figure Skating Championships. Predominantly Caucasian, saidEric Kusunoki, who was Obamas homeroom teacher for four years as part of his four decades working at Punahou. Wong, interviewed by Hawaii News Now on May 17, is the founder of One Shared Future (OSF), which imagines a positive future for Hawaii and brings people together to collectively create that future. In its 36th year of honoring the nations best high school athletes, Gatorade on July 8 announced Chris Paige 21 of Punahou School as its 2020 21 Gatorade Hawaii Boys Track & Field Player of the Year. Self-taught artistJ.T. The new Miss Hawaii is 2014 Punahou graduate Courtney Choy 14, reported the Honolulu-Star Advertiser on May 17. Eighth-grade faculty memberChristina Torreswas interviewed for the story. Gov. (HNN, 16 May 2022), Poet Kealoha Wong 95 to speak at the MIT Classes of 2020 and 2021 Graduation Celebration (MIT, 9 May 2022), Punahous Shelby Baron 12 shares her inspiring story with her alma mater. A reference from the friend was enough for the coach to invite him to Minnesota. He was well-liked, well-known, but he did it real subtly.. On Dec. 1, 2019, she became the first American woman to qualify for surfing in the Tokyo Olympics, which were postponed. Athletics are an extension of the classroom at Punahou. She began playing wheelchair basketball, then took up wheelchair tennis. Punahous inauguralvirtual Festival of Ideasshines a light on the theme of Innovation and will feature more than 50 speakers, including industry leaders, entrepreneurs and student innovators. A dedicated, caring community is the heart of Punahou. (Civil Beat, 12 April 2022), For surfing lawyer Bill Saunders 70, playing keeps aging at bay. Today, with a K--12 enrollment of 3,760, Punahou is the largest single independent school in the U.S. Taylor and partnerJake Gibbhave been competing against Taylors older brother, Trevor, andTri Bourne for Olympic beach volleyball berths. Winning was a boost going into nationals, especially since the short program wasnt (as good as) we wanted, and the free skate also had a few minor mistakes, Siianytsia said. Then came last Feb. 24, when Russias unprovoked invasion of Ukraine began a war that has lasted nearly a year, tearing apart the fabrics of millions of lives. Favorite us! Cosette Wu 21 was named a Coca-Cola Scholar. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging, Case Accelerator for Student Entrepreneurship, Global Education at Wo International Center, Student Global Leadership Institute (SGLI), Dr. Carl R. Ackerman and Dr. Lyn K. Ackerman, Brian Suite 10 Student-Athlete Scholarship Fund, https://punahou-carnival-art-gallery.myshopify.com, Carnival Shift Sign Ups for Parents and Guardians, Twenty-one Seniors Named 2023 National Merit Semifinalists, Debbie Millikan Appointed Director of Sustainability, Punahou Welcomes New Dance School Director. (Coca-Cola, 9 March 2022), After losing her father to a diving accident during the COVID-19 pandemic, Punahous Asia Lee 22 has stepped up in the most courageous way possible, as a daughter, a sister and a standout softball player. Standing with Smirnova atop the awards podium in Croatia, two skaters from one land wearing the competitive colors of another, Siianytsia felt the achievement could resonate in both places, even if he had not been good enough as a young skater to compete for Ukraine. Rhoades also won the Audience Prize in his category. The award show will premiere on March 1 on Hawaii News Now. It is also the oldest in the country west of the Mississippi, and seemingly the most. Punahou alumna Chlo Selarques 11 intricate embroidery pieces that capture Hawaiis natural beauty were featured in the May issue of Honolulu Magazine. After reaching the round of 16 in singles and the doubles quarterfinals at the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games, shes eager for another opportunity to compete among the worlds top players in the sport. Academy Principal at Punahou School Emily McCarren and Vice President of Academic Affairs at Mid-Pacific Institute Leigh Fitzgerald co-authored the article Education Cheat Sheet: Learning Through the Pandemic And Beyond as a reflection and call to action for how learning changed during the pandemic and what new practices schools should continue. Alex Buntin-Nakamuras 21 project on How Can Sustainable and Green Architecture Revitalize Hawaiis Chinatown? I was truly honored to compete for the U.S. on the biggest sporting stage of the world. Ive heard of kids who dont have a laptop, who dont have an iPad. Speaking to the Bulletin last year, Moore says shes preparing for the Games as she would any other big competition. The article, presented in partnership with HAIS, appeared in HONOLULU Family Magazine on June 21. Griffin Chen 25 was one of the members of the first-ever Honolulu Youth Commission to be sworn in by the mayor and the Honolulu City Council. (MaxPreps, 19 July 2022), Punahou coach Tita Ahuna is the only Hawaii athlete to win state, national titles as both a volleyball player and coach. Welcome back to campus. (KITV4, 29 Sept. 2022), Hawaiis National Merit Scholarship semifinalists are named, including 21 from Punahou. They were among 57 Hawaii high school seniors selected in honor of their academic ability and potential for collegiate success. (Honolulu Star-Advertiser, 18 April 2022), Punahou swept Huntington Beach, California, 25-19, 25-18 in the final of the Clash of the Titans boys volleyball tournament on Saturday night. As the only U.S. team at the event, where only 10 pairs competed, they got a second spot for the federation just by finishing. Please visit www.punahou.edu for more information or email us at [email protected]. (Honolulu Star-Advertiser, 23 Nov. 2022), Punahou runners support homeless in Homeward Bound 5K. I was also able to play this sport with my family, which brought us closer together. Three Punahou graduates Carissa Moore 10 (surfing), Erik Shoji 08 (volleyball) and Shelby Baron 12 (wheelchair tennis) are in Toyko ready to represent the United States and compete in their respective sports. earned the Global Online Academys (GOA) Catalyst for Change Prize for presenting a compelling and inspiring case for change, GOA announced on May 6. Im not trying to show them (news) images and say, this is what youre trying to take away, but a framework of how we can talk about these things, Torres said. I got teary-eyed and it was just such a huge relief that we made it there successfully.. Doncic led Slovenia to its first Olympic basketball berth in 2021. My teammates and coaches continued to support me and help me grow as a person and tennis player. (The Business Journals, 29 Oct. 2021), CJ Perez 21 is shattering glass ceilings in the sport of hydrofoil racing. Fifth grader Blake Lee 28 published his story, The Brave Little Bird, on Amazon, with the help of mom Nessa Lee. With war at home in Ukraine, Anastasiia Smirnova and Danil Siianytsia persevere Hockey field to hospital ward: Olympians life amid coronavirus pandemic, to mark the 100th anniversary of the Spanish basketball federation. Choose Playlist Team USA Interviews Surfing See More More From Team USA SCROLL UP NEXT 4m 3s Surfing Hawaii prep school breeds Olympians 3m 54s Speed Skating Athletes competed in bocce ball, cycling, roller skating, softball, soccer and tennis. Knowledge and appreciation of the arts are vital to a childs understanding of the world. Taylor Crabb 10 made the Team USA beach volleyball team, but unfortunately tested positive for COVID-19 while in Tokyo and wont be competing, announced the Honolulu Star-Advertiser on July 22. Find out why this Honolulu prep school has such a strong place in Olympic history. (Honolulu Star-Advertiser, 3 March 2022), Congratulations to Lucy Will 23. (Honolulu Star-Advertiser, 8 May 2022), Punahou almost perfect at state tennis championships. Student entrepreneur Keira Henriques 24 of Kieras Creations is also one of the honorees. He contributed to just one of a reported 505 state championships in the schools history, a record for any state. (HawaiiBusiness Magazine, 1 Sept. 2022), Punahous night-blooming cereus flowers and grounds supervisor Michel Sebastian were featured in Fleeting beauty: Cereus blossoms reveal themselves once a year. (Honolulu Star-Advertiser, 28 Aug. 2022), Honolulu wins Little League World Series, beating Curacao 13-3. He describes his ongoing journey to reach that goal. His father, Dave, coached the womens volleyball team at the University of Hawaii from 1975 to 2017, leading them to four national titles. All I could think about was how much time, effort, and money I put into my training and competitions the past severalyears, she said. "You have this incredible opportunity to attend one of the very best schools in the world. Punahou, whose name means "the New Spring," referencing renewal and a spring at the center of the campus, bills itself as the largest single-campus independent school in the U.S. and reportedly the oldest west of the Mississippi. (ASU News, 13 April 2022), Kawai Kelekolio 21 penned an article calling for Hawaii resources to return to native Hawaiian control. Its been an incredible experience, Moore said about winning the gold in an article by NPR. Figure Skating signed off on the idea. Punahou junior Lua Bowman 22 was named Hawaiis first-ever youth poet laureate during the Maui Arts & Cultural Centers Live @ the MACC series on May 22, reported MauiNow. Erik Shojiis a veteran libero and Micah Maa a promising setter and outside hitter for the U.S. indoor volleyball team. Gramps grabbed me by the arm. President and co-founder, the Environmental Working Group Dr. Linda Carlson Professor and Researcher, Psychosocial Oncology, U. of Calgary Michael Greger, MD Specialist in Clinical Nutrition Ted Schettler, MD, MPH Science Director, Science and Environmental Health Network Dr. Barbara Andersen Professor, Ohio State University We got (more) spots for the next kids coming up.. Legendary swimmer Warren Kealoha '25 represented the United States while still a student at Punahou taking home his first gold medal in 1920 - at just 16 Former President Barack Obama and golfer. (Honolulu Star-Advertiser, 5 March 2022), Zoey Duan 22 and Sascha Pakravan 22 are two of the 251 regional finalists selected from applicants throughout the nation for the Coca-ColaScholars Program. With the support of my family, friends, and teachers, I remained motivated and made it to the collegiate level. That, the coach said, is the reverse of how they act in person. ONeill was in Louisville with Punahou friends from the Class of 2011, reported NBC Sports on April 30. But they did better, taking fourth place. In her spare time, she was such a convincing tour guide for prospective Punahou students that admissions officers called her The Closer, according to SI. This online store is just one component of this year's Art Gallery which will be open for in-person shopping during Carnival. Both Smirnova, 18, and Siianytsia, 22, last saw members of their families in person after the World Junior Figure Skating Championships nine months ago in Estonia. Slovenia, with a population of 2.1 million, became the smallest nationby current population to participate in an Olympic mens basketball tournament since Estonia and Latvia in 1936. The nonprofit private foundation is a supporter of Punahous PUEO Program and other local organizations. Learn about our rich history, visionary leadership and guiding principles. Shojis father, Dave, was the University of Hawaiis womens volleyball coach for 42 years, capturing four national titles and retiring in 2017 as the winningest coach in NCAA history. We both talked to therapists.. (Honolulu-Star Advertiser, 28 Oct. 2022), Susan Soon He Stanton 99 earns Emmy for her work on HBOs Succession. (Honolulu Star-Advertiser, 23 Oct. 2022), Chien-Wen Tseng 84 elected the National Academy of Medicine. The Honolulu Youth Commission provides those aged 14 24 with the opportunity to serve their community. All the money I spent, hours I trained, and sacrifices I made for the past four years would be worth it.. The article recounted a traumatic event in his life that ultimately led him to his career as an educator. ( Honolulu Star-Advertiser, 18 April 2022) Maa won four state titles in volleyball at Punahou and others in football and basketball. Congratulations to the 21 Punahou seniors selected as 2023 National Merit Semifinalists in the 68th annual National Merit Scholarship Program. (Honolulu Star-Advertiser, 1 Jan. 2023), Laura Ho 18 named Narcissus Queen. She recently retired as COO of Queens Medical Center-West Oahu. 3 Iolani in girls volleyball. And her advice for young girls hoping to pursue a future in pro surfing? Taylors mom,Paula, a champion canoe racer, has been a Punahou P.E. To help the pair master English they both grew up with Russian-speaking parents the coach insisted they speak nothing but English from wakeup until 6 p.m. each day. Students were recognized for their work and dedication to Punahou's educational centers. (Hawaii News Now, 4 Oct. 2021), Tita Ahunas journey in athletics has brought her to Punahou, first as an administrator, and now as the girls volleyball coach. The U.S. mens basketball team will play in a tournament with top-ranked Spain and Slovenia, possibly with Luka Doncic, in mid-August, two weeks before this summers FIBA World Cup. (She was 5, shed later recall. (Honolulu Star-Advertiser, 24 Nov. 2021), Filmmaker and historian Bob Liljestrand 59, who preserved Ossipoff masterpiece, dies at 79. Punahou President Mike Latham 86penned an article that was published in the Nov. 18 issue ofMidWeek. One was I could do it even with very little training. Ikaika Jobe 01 director of Punahou School tennis and former nationally top ranked doubles player was part of the Hawaii doubles team that beat top players from Northern California in the 2021 Invitational Tennis Tournament, KHON2 reported on May 31. He earned the NYU Athletic Departments MLK Scholar Athlete Award. The former Punahou all-state guard is playing professional basketball in Armenia. By 2018, bigger and stronger, he had mastered all the triple jumps while competing two seasons in intermediate and novice level singles. On April 2, Ashley Hong 25 qualified for the National MATHCOUNTS Competition. Debbie Millikan, Ph.D., has joined Punahou as its first ever Director of Sustainability. (HiLuxury, December 2021), The roundup of Week 12 of the NFL season features players with Hawaii ties, including DeForest Buckner 12, Kaimi Fairbairn 12and Manti Teo 09. OlympicTalk is on Apple News. Applicants are asked to write a short essay asking how they give back and live aloha. She said her central message to those she mentors and those who look up to her is a simple one: You can never go wrong approaching a situation with kindness and pure intentions. Moore also inspired Punahous youth as the 2017 Spirit and Service Speaker. We have been working hard with hopes of winning a gold medal., Erik had qualified for last years Olympics, which were postponed to this summer because of COVID-19. Before jumping in pool, Ryan Murphy talks to Punahou School students. KHON2 also reported about Maeda opening her own pop-up bakery spot in Ala Moana Center. Punahou School is an independent K-12 school in Honolulu, Hawai'i. (Today, 27 July 2022), The 26-year-old Punahou grad, Evan Nagao 14, has a yo-yo brand, championship wins and was featured on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and The Ellen DeGeneres Show. (HNN, 4 July 2022), Punahou alum Julie Brooks 84 named new UH womens golf head coach. Congratulations to Punahou student players Kobe Hino 28, Luke Hiromoto 28, Kekoa Payanal 28, Cohen Sakamoto 27, Brennan Tomas 28 and Daly Watson 28. Hawaiis golden people, you know. This is the first overtime game in the history of Army-Navy matchups dating back to 1890. Theyll also serve as voluntary advisors to the mayor and the city council on issues important to youth and their communities, reported KHON2 on Aug. 31. https://lnkd.in/gFUxCcjJ Liked by Jordan Tanuvasa Please visit www.punahou.edu for more information or email us at [email protected]. TheClarence T.C. As I transitioned to high school, competing and balancing school work became more grueling. (HNN, 30 May 2022), Punahou sophomore Sophie Chen 24 runs a nonprofit organization involved in food waste and food insecurity called The Kokua Tree. Despite everything thats been going on in the world, including the pandemic, she is proud to represent her country. Training this year was definitely different than last year due to the disruptions of the pandemic. (HVCA, 9 Feb. 2022), Race Agcaoili 18 is studying public policy at NYU and is incorporating his experience working in the PUEO Program at Punahou School as a case study in his seniorproject. Four other players will play at either a Division II or Division III school. On March 11, 2022, Alana received second place in this years Hawai`i State Poetry Out Loud Competition and wasawarded a$100 prize and a certificate. He was drafted by the San Diego Chargers in the second round of the 2013 NFL Draft, and played in the NFL until 2021. Punahou alumnus Erik Shoji 08, son of retired Hawaii womens volleyball coach Dave Shoji, made the United States mens Olympic volleyball team. I went on daily pushes outside to keep my mind and body active.. A Punahou grad and former state wrestling and judo champ, J.T. His brother, Kawika, also plays indoor volleyball for Team USA. Wow! 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