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KAISER BOYS SOCCER STRENGTH & CONDITIONING.
Start Date: August 24 until October 29.
Monday & Thursday: 5:30pm-7:15pm.
Please meet at the stadium front gate.
All grades are encouraged & welcome to participate. Students must turn in all forms to participate. Doctor Physical Exam. Complete & sign the Parent Consent Form & Student Participation Form. Both Forms are in the sports section of the Kaiser ENotes email. Please turn in all paperwork to School Athletics Training Staff. Workout attire: shorts, shirt, running & soccer shoes. Please bring a water bottle. Please contact Coach Esteban if you have any questions or concerns. [email protected]
Boys Soccer JV & Varsity Tryouts:
Nov. 2-5, 6-8pm. Check in time 5:30pm at the stadium front gate.
PHOTO RETAKES, TUESDAY, AUGUST 18TH IN THE LIBRARY
During Lunch and afterschool only until 3:00pm
Priority will be for New Students and Seniors who do not have an ID.
Please bring your unwanted photo packet and/or bring any photo order forms and monies for the Expressions photographer. Replacement ID Photo cards are $5. Yearbook photo retakes are free.
POWER PUFF SIGN UP!
Our Homecoming Power Puff flag football game will be on September 17th. You can sign up to be on your grade level's team starting today through August 18th. Following is a link to sign up:
PRE-SEASON FOOTBALL GAME ADDED VS. PAC5 @ KAISER
Saturday, August 22, 2026 @ 6:00pm
Get your tickets via GoFan. For pre-season games, all attendees must purchase a ticket for entry. Go Cougars!
OPEN HOUSE SURVEY FOR ALL - ATTENDEES AND NON-ATTENDEES
If you did or did not attend Open House last night -- We would like to hear from you!
Parents, could you please fill out this survey so we can serve you better in the future.
Cougar students, please fill out this survey.
Thank you for your feedback!
PSAT/NMSQT
The PSAT/NMSQT will be given at Kaiser High School on Saturday, October 17 2026. Due to limited seating, Juniors will be given priority. Juniors may begin signing up on Monday, August 17, 2026. All other students may sign-up starting on August 24, 2026. Completed registration form and payment is required to reserve a space. Collection will be in H101 during recess, lunch and after school. Registration forms are available in the front office and H101 starting August 13th. Questions may be sent to the PSAT Test Coordinator, Ms. Yano.
PANORAMA SURVEY OPT OUT NOTIFICATION
This letter was distributed through KAP classes on Wednesday, August 12th. Please return the completed third page to request your child not take the Panorama Student Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and/or Panorama Student Perception (SPS) surveys. Questions may be sent to Ms. Yano.
SMARTER BALANCED AND END OF COURSE EXAM RESULTS
Scores are available for last school year's SBA English Language Arts/Literature, SBA Mathematics, HSA Science, and End-of Course Exams in Algebra 1, Algebra 2, and Biology. You will be receiving an email with a link to review the scores. There is an expiration date to the link. Please contact Ms. Yano, Test Coordinator, if you need assistance or have questions.
STUDENT PARKING ON CAMPUS *Updated Form*
Students who wish to park on campus please make sure to purchase a parking pass at the office. Please make sure to bring your driverʻs license, car registration and no fault insurance card at the time of payment. Parking stickers are $5.00 each. To download a pass click here: Student Parking Pass
EXPRESSIONS PHOTO ORDER FORMS
Attention Students & Parents/ Guardians:
Any photo package order forms should be mailed or drop them off at Expressions Studio in Pearlridge, if you prefer to pay with cash/check. You are also able to place orders online directly through the QR code on the forms.
Mailing address and information:
Expressions Portrait Design
Attn: School Department
98-1005 Moanalua Rd.#503
Aiea, HI 96701
*TODAY* LADY COUGARS BASKETBALL MEETING
August 18th at 2:15 in front of the gym.
If youʻre interested in participating in Lady Cougar Basketball this year, please attend this informational meeting.
STUDENT TECH ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE
Cougars, if you need any assistance with logging into Google, please meet with our Tech Coordinator, Mr. Shimada in the library for in-person student tech support during the week of August 10 through August 20(excluding Wednesdays).
Tech Support Details:
Dates: 8/10-8/20 (excluding Wednesdays)
Time: 2:15 PM – 2:45 PM (After school)
Location: Downstairs Library
SENIOR KICKOFF NIGHT, TUESDAY, AUGUST 25
Doors Open at 5:30 pm, Presentation Begins at 6:00pm
Kaiser Cafeteria
Class of 2027 this night is for you and your parents/guardians to get ready for your future! Pick up dinner from the PTSA Farmer's Market and join us for a night of important information with presentations from the Career & College Counselors, Class of 2027 Counselor, Class of 2027 Leadership, Kaiser Alumni Panel, and the PTSA!
HOLO CARDS FOR SY 2026 – 2027
Holo Card applications are open for SY 2026 – 2027. Eligibility is the same as last year.
To apply, go here: HOLO EXPRESS Application.
For more information about the program, EXPRESS County Bus Pass Program
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!
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.
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FRIENDS OF KAISER PTSA
FRIENDS OF KAISER PTSA NEXT MEETING:
September 2, 2026, at 6:30PM
Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82386328375?pwd=62suLxnfRm9XXh17jLx0l6O2euoMI5.1
Meeting ID: 823 8632 8375
Passcode: 798383
NEXT PROJECT GRAD MEETING
Monday, August 24⋅6:30 – 7:30pm
Join Zoom Meeting:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81449848618?pwd=rxWtj8H1Q6K9mFwYT43ct5zQKz5fnb.1&jst=2
KAISER COUGAR SWAG AND MERCHANDISE!
Check out our PTSA store to shop for Cougar swag to get ready for the season! Go here to shop!
COUGAR PRIDE DRIVE
The Friends of Kaiser PTSA supports our students in many different ways; such as Teacher Appreciation days, books for teachers, scholarships, Homecoming, Academic Programs and more – you can help to continue this support by making a tax-deductible donation! Go to Kaiser PTSA to make your online donation today!
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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
ESSAY CONTEST SPONSORED BY HAWAIʻI ACCESS TO JUSTICE COMMISSION
For 10th – 12th grades
Deadline Friday, September 11, 2026
Write an essay about: “What challenges face your community and what have you done to make a difference?
Seven students will be selected to receive a $500 award and their advisor will receive a $100 award for educational purposes. The awardees will be recognized at a Pro Bono Celebration. Please see 2026 Essay Contest for more information.
GIRLS IN AVIATION EVENT
Saturday, September 19th, 8:00am – 4:00pm
Hawaiian Airlines Corporate Offices, 3375 Koapaka Street.
Sponsored by Alaska/Hawaiian Airlines who are excited to be the Hawai'i hosts of this global event instituted by Women in Aviation International. This is an opportunity for girls to get a behind the scenes glimpse of the amazing world of aviation. Through a variety of activities and exhibits, we’ll introduce the girls to the endless career possibilities in our industry. For more information, email: [email protected], or go to Girls in Aviation Day to register.
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KAISER COUGAR ATHLETICS
STUDENT AND PARENT PARTICIPATION FILLABLE FORM
JV SOFTBALL TRYOUTS 8/17 – 8/24
AT 4:30pm at the Softball field. All paperwork must be turned in to participate. See Kiana or Baily (Athletic trainers) for questions on mandatory forms that are needed to participate. For any questions, please contact Coach Blaine Yoshioka at [email protected]
CROSS COUNTRY TRYOUTS WEEK OF AUGUST 24TH
Cross country practices will officially begin on Monday, August 3. Practices will be M-F from 3:00 - 5:00pm. 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. Contact Coach Keith Hamasaki ([email protected]), Coach Emily Kiaha ([email protected]), or Coach Kevin Kruszona ([email protected]) if you have any questions.
LADY COUGAR WATERPOLO
Interested in trying water polo? Please email: [email protected]
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
CELEBRATING 75 YEARS OF ʻĀINA HAINA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL!
Calling all Aina Haina alumni, families, friends, community members, etc... Celebrate this historic milestone of 75 years with us on September 20th! For more info on the event please visit http://www.ainahainapta.com.
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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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