Long Way From Home
Monet Gregory, Staff Writer
September 25, 2009
There are many new faces at LJA School this year, but one that most of you probably know is Alessandra Rodriguez. Alessandra came to our little island in the Pacific from a place far, far away — Milan, Italy. Milan is the second largest city in Italy, and is located in Lombardy where it is... Read more »
Waterpolo Emerges Victorious
Tevin Togami, Staff Writer
September 15, 2009
The Boys’ Varsity Waterpolo team began their season on the right note, winning against home team Iolani: 11 to 9. “Iolani was the only team not in the pre-season scrimmages so we were unsure what to expect” says senior Elijah Jennings. The Bulldogs came out shooting and got on the scoreboard... Read more »
Gym Opening Celebrated by School and Community
Alexander Shiarella and Ashley Abraham
September 12, 2009
On Thursday, September 10th, the Le Jardin community joined together to celebrate the opening and blessing of the Charles B. Wang Gymnasium. Marking this historic event, students, from kindergarten to 12th grade, participated in a wide range of activities, including a 5-on-5 basketball tournament, a... Read more »
Lady Bulldogs Defend New Home Turf
Taylor Gray, Sports Writer
September 1, 2009
History was made Saturday August 22nd with the first everhome game at Le Jardin Academy. The Girl’s Varsity Volleyball Team played against the Christian Academy Patriots for both team’s first game of the season. The lady bulldogs dominated the first set winning by 17 points and allowing Christian... Read more »
Home Sweet Home
Kelsey Tanouye, Staff Writer
September 1, 2009
In case you students haven’t noticed, there’s a new high school building in town! If you for some reason did not in fact notice the big, huge building that is now housing all your classes, then I’d be worried because this means a) you’ve been totally lost during these last couple of weeks or... Read more »
E Komo Mai!
Greta Barron, Journalism Adviser
August 31, 2009
Theodore Roosevelt once said, “Far and away the best prize that life has to offer is the chance to work hard at work worth doing.” Teddy’s wise words certainly ring true for all of us in Journalism this year. Each and every one of us walked into class with optimism, excitement and a certain... Read more »
A Gym of Our Own
Kalani Soeda, Staff Writer
August 31, 2009
Only a year ago the gymnasium at Le Jardin Academy was nothing more than a few metal pillars here and there. Now, a year later, our school boasts one of the finest gymnasiums in all of Hawaii. Everyone on campus, especially sports enthusiasts, are excited about our brand new facilities. “Of course,... Read more »
The Long Awaited Concession Stand has Arrived
John Whitty, Staff Writer
August 31, 2009
It’s finally here!!! The long awaited LJA Concession Stand is up and running. The LJA Concession Stand opened August 17thand has been serving the high school students for the past couple weeks with snacks and drinks, and has most recently started serving full meals. The first item on the menu... Read more »
He’s the Maan
Chelsea Meerians, Staff Writer
August 31, 2009
Miles away, in Western Asia is the small but scenic country of Lebanon; a nation comprised mostly of mountainous terrain and a unique cultural identity. The country is situated between Syria to the North and Israel to the South with 140 miles of coastline displaying the picturesque Mediterranean Sea.... Read more »