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COUGAR SWIM SUMMER CONDITIONING SCHEDULE
Weekly conditioning will run on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 4:30pm – 7:00pm. No conditioning on June 18th. Be sure to turn in your paperwork directly to the Athletic Trainer before joining practice.
Daily Meeting Info: We will meet at the pool first at 4:30m then head over to the weightroom together. Summer conditioning will consist of Pool Sessions so bring your swim gear. And Weight Room & Dry Land all 4 days. Please bring athletic shoes every single day. Please contact Coach Sky for more information at [email protected]
WELCOME TO SCHOOL YEAR 2026 -2027!
Aloha New and Returning Cougars and ‘Ohana! The Summer informational packet is ready for you. Please click to see Principal Mew’s letter. On his welcome letter you will see links to what you need to know to get ready for the new school year including Kaiser Calendar for next year, when you will be able to pick up your schedule and pay your fees and more!
REMINDER: FARMER’S MARKET IS OPEN OVER THE SUMMER
Every Tuesday, from 4:00pm – 6:00pm. Grab dinner and dessert, visit our vendors old and new and support local!
SCHOOL YEAR 26-27 YEARBOOK ADVERTISING & RECOGNITION PAGES
Interested in advertising or recognizing your teen, club or group in next year’s Yearbook? See flyer attached and if interested, go to: Yearbook Ad or Recognition Pages Survey.
The Yearbook staff will contact you. Mahalo!
2026 HAWAII STATE LIBRARY SUMMER READING CHALLENGE- E HELUHELU KĀKOU:
Let’s Read! Readers of all ages are invited to join from June 1 to July 31, 2026! This year’s theme, “E Heluhelu Kākou – ʻUmeke Kāʻeo”, is a calabash full to the brim and a poetic way to describe someone full of knowledge. Sign up today and score your first reward right away! Log reading minutes in June and July and you’ll unlock more rewards and even earn a shot at winning round-trip tickets on Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines! To register and for more information, Go to 2026 Reading Challenge.
CROSS COUNTRY SUMMER PRACTICES
Cross country will begin summer practices on Tuesday, June 16. Practices will be held on Tuesday and Thursday from 3-5pm. We meet at the track near the girls locker room. Come get in shape, develop healthy habits, and meet some amazing people! All are welcome, regardless of prior experience or fitness level. Please make sure to turn in completed physical and participation forms (see links above). Contact Coach Keith Hamasaki ([email protected]), Coach Emily Kiaha ([email protected]), or Coach Kevin Kruszona ([email protected]) if you have any questions.
FULL VIDEO GRADUATION 2026 COMMENCEMENT EXERCISES
Watch the full video of the Class of 2026’s Graduation which can be found here: Class of 2026 Graduation on Kaiser High TV YouTube Channel.
*SIGN UP* ALUMNI DATABASE FOR CLASS OF 2026 AND ALL OTHER ALUMNI
Congratulations Class of 2026, you are officially Alumni! Register in our Kaiser Alumni database to keep in touch! All other Alumni who haven’t signed up are also welcome to register. Kaiser magazine is coming soon: Alumni Database
IMPORTANT - CLASS OF 2026 GRADUATED SENIORS LUNCH ACCOUNTS:
If your graduated seniors' EZSchoolPay online lunch account is set for recurring payments to be charged to your credit card, please TURN OFF this setting immediately.
If you notice your graduated seniors' online lunch account balance is zero (0), please do not worry. Our Meal Account Assistant is following DOE procedures and closing all graduated seniors' accounts to report to our School Food Services Branch. Your child's balance is still available for a refund or transfer.
We are still accepting the attached School Meal Account Refund Request form. Please complete and turn it into the front office if you haven't already done so.
HAWAII KAI LION’S CLUB FATHER’S DAY BREAKFAST PRESALE TICKETS
The Hawaii Kai Lions Club has been serving our community and Kaiser High School with pride for 53 years — and we’re keeping the tradition with our Annual Father’s Day Breakfast!
For just $10, treat yourself (or Dad!) to a yummy breakfast of fried rice, scrambled eggs, and Portuguese sausage. All proceeds fund the Lions’ ongoing service projects in our schools and community.
June 21, 2026 6:30–9:30am at Kaiser High School Parking Lot — Drive‑Thru Pick‑Up
Where to get your tickets:
- Any Hawaii Kai Lion •
- Hawaii Kai Longs – Saturdays in May, 8 AM–12 PM •
- Kaiser Farmers’ Market – Tuesdays in May, 4–6 PM
- Koko Marina Craft Fairs – May 16 & 23 •
- Online for a small fee at https://hklionsclub.simpletix.com
CLASS OF 2027 - SENIOR PORTRAIT SCHEDULING REMINDER:
Class of 2027 Senior Portrait Scheduling is Open! Please schedule your portrait session as soon as possible to ensure you get a slot over the Summer. Spots are competitive as Expressions services several other schools. Final date for portraits is August 16th! See the this Flyer!
CLASS OF 2027 - SENIOR QUOTE & BIRTHPLACE FORM
Additionally, please begin thinking of your Senior Quotes! These are due on September 4th. See the attached Senior Quote '26 - 27 Form.
REGISTRAR'S OFFICE NOTICES
- Students leaving Kaiser at the end of this school year, an official parent/guardian needs to complete a "Request for Release" form in the Registrar's Office anytime this month. The completed form allows us to prepare a release packet for your student to transition to a new school. This does not pertain to current Senior students.
END OF YEAR REPORT CARD
Seniors - Diploma Pickup begins Monday, June 15. Packet will also include report card, unofficial transcript, and health records. Families moving to another state before pick up dates, please provide a self-addressed prepaid Priority Envelope, 12-1/2" by 9-1/2", to the Registrar's office.
Juniors, Sophomores and Freshmen - Final report cards will be mailed home. Submit a Student Information Change Form along with a new proof of residence if your mailing address has changed. If you don't receive student's final report card by June 30, please notify the Kaiser Registrar's Office ([email protected])
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FRIENDS OF KAISER PTSA
FRIENDS OF KAISER PTSA NEXT MEETING:
July 1, 2026, at 6:30PM
Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82386328375?pwd=62suLxnfRm9XXh17jLx0l6O2euoMI5.1
Meeting ID: 823 8632 8375
Passcode: 798383
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CAREER & COLLEGE RESOURCE CENTER
Go to Career & College for events, college visits and more!
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OPPORTUNITIES AND CONTESTS
HAWAIIAN AIRLINES AVIATION DAY
June 20, 2026, 8:45am 5:30pm
Hawaiian Airlines has always believed that the future of aviation begins at home. They are proud to host their inaugural Aviation Day on Saturday, June 20, in Honolulu, Hawai‘i, welcoming youth ages 13–18 for a day of discovery, inspiration, and possibility. Our flight simulator experience requires advance registration due to limited availability. We encourage you to sign up early so you don't miss out. Go to: Hawaiian Aviation Day to register and for more information.
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KAISER COUGAR ATHLETICS
STUDENT AND PARENT PARTICIPATION FILLABLE FORM
LADY COUGAR WATERPOLO
Interested in trying water polo? Please email: [email protected]
SOFT TENNIS, JV TENNIS AND VARSITY TENNIS
The Kaiser Tennis program will start Summer Conditioning on Monday 6/22/2026 at 3pm to 5pm. If you are interested in joining our Cougar Tennis ohana and playing either tennis or soft tennis, please come on out on 6/22 to meet the coaches and for our first day of summer conditioning. We welcome all players regardless of experience. All players must turn in to the Trainers office a current physical, and the completed student/parent participation form before playing. See links to the forms in this newsletter.
Additionally we will have an orientation meeting for all incoming freshmen and newcomers to the program on Monday 6/22 at 6:00 pm at the Tennis Courts.
Looking forward to seeing you all on the courts! If you have any questions about the Kaiser Tennis program, please call Coach Holly Toguchi at (808) 352-4646 or email [email protected].
Sign up here if you’re interested in joining any of our Tennis Programs.
SURF TEAM NEW MEMBER INFORMATION
Calling all Surfers and Bodyboarders! Are you interested in trying out for the Kaiser High School Surf team? If so, you must have a current Junior Lifeguard certification from the City and County of Honolulu. Certifications are good for two years. Please check the date on your certificate to make sure it is good for spring 2027. Red Cross and pool certifications do not meet the HIDOE surf team requirement. City and county summer sessions are currently full. Be sure to put your name on the waitlist.
Questions? Reach out to assistant Surf Team Coach: JaneMcCallister @ [email protected]
For Upcoming Games Go to Event Calendar
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KAISER COMPLEX AND COMMUNITY
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Mahalo,
Ann Olson
ʻOhana Engagement Liaison
Continuous Notice of Nondiscrimination
The Hawaii State Department of Education (Department) and its schools do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, and religion. This requirement extends to all of the Department’s programs and activities, including employment and admissions as applicable. Please direct inquiries regarding the Department nondiscrimination policies and/or complaints of prohibited conduct to the Civil Rights Compliance Branch as follows:
Civil Rights Compliance Branch
Hawaii State Department of Education
P.O. Box 2360
Honolulu, Hawaii 96804
(808) 784-6325 or relay
[email protected]
Beth Schimmelfennig, Director
Rhonda Wong, Civil Rights Compliance Administrator
Krysti Sukita, ADA/504
Anna Tsang, Title VI
Alphonso Braggs – Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Blue Kaanehe, Title VII
Nicole Isa-Iijima, Title IX
Dana Takahara-Dias, Title IX – Gender Equity in Athletics
The Department’s non-discrimination policies and grievance procedures may be located at:
https://www.hawaiipublicschools.org/ConnectWithUs/Organization/Offices/Pages/CRCO.aspx
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