The voice of Nanakuli High and Intermediate School

Ka Leo ʻO Nanakuli
Monicka Leulusoo started as the School Community Coordinator at NHIS in April 2026
Building Bridges: New School Community Coordinator Connects School and Families
Predictability Over Rotation: NHIS Adopts New Bell Schedule
Predictability Over Rotation: NHIS Adopts New Bell Schedule
2018 was the last year that the May Day Ho’olaule’a was on the middle field. The event was supposed to be on the field in 2019, but it was moved to the cafeteria parking lot due to rain.
NHIS May Day Ho‘olaule‘a Brings Culture, Celebration, and Community Together
From Shutdown to Spotlight: NPAC’s “Little Mermaid” Takes the Stage
From Shutdown to Spotlight: NPAC’s “Little Mermaid” Takes the Stage
Regardless of the results, the annual NHIS serves as a unifying event that brings all classes together, celebrating Hawaiian music and culture.
Voices of Tradition: NHIS Songfest Celebrates Hawaiian Myths and Legends
Reporters Reza Anderson (9), Haysten Jesus (12), and Promise Jellings-Faletogo (11) attended the 2026 Hawaii High School Journalism Awards.
From Hiatus to Honors: Ka Leo ʻO Nānākuli News Finds Success Again
Graduation 2026 Gallery
Graduation 2026 Gallery
On May 15, 2026 Aunty Selma was the last honoree for NHIS' Walk of Honor. Her family, students, and colleagues were able to congratulate her as she took a final walk across the gym.
A Legacy of Love: Aunty Selma Retires After Three Decades at NHIS
NHIS 34th Annual Songfest Celebrates Hawaiian Myths and Legends
NHIS 34th Annual Songfest Celebrates Hawaiian Myths and Legends
NPAC Alumni from the first generation in the 90s to the most recent generation in the 2020s returned to celebrate the program's 35th anniversary.
NPAC Eras: 35 Years of Performance, Pride and Legacy
Erixon’s Eye: Taking The Shot
Erixon’s Eye: Taking The Shot
Erixon's Eye
Erixon’s Eye
Haysten Jesus, Grade 8, found his place in the midst of the Covid-19 Pandemic with the Ho’opulapula Academy.
Fourteen Kids, One Mala, and a Pandemic
Breaking Free: Hawks fly high for Winter Break.
Hawks Soar Into Winter Break—No Classes, No IDs!
An empty gathering spot at Nānākuli High and Intermediate School sits quietly, reflecting the absence of recess—a break once filled with student energy and activity.
NHIS Schedule Shift: Fewer Fights but Rising Fatigue Among Teachers and Students
Pūʻali Koa o Nānākuli Wrestling
Pūʻali Koa o Nānākuli Wrestling
Legacy in Motion: Sophomore Quarterback Allix Yap Carves Name in Nānākuli Football History
Legacy in Motion: Sophomore Quarterback Allix Yap Carves Name in Nānākuli Football History
Faith, Family, Football
Faith, Family, Football
Nikki-Marie Salausa (9) catches a pass at practice in preparation for the upcoming Girls Flag Football Season that starts on March 25, 2025.
New Sport, New Legacy: NHIS Girls Flag Football Ready to Compete
The NHIS Boys Volleyball team prepares for the upcoming season in Division 2.
Golden Hawks Boys Volleyball Gears Up for Season with D1 Mindset in D2 Transition
Welcome Back Assembly 2024 Video
Welcome Back Assembly 2024 Video
Class of 2022 Tribute Video
Class of 2022 Tribute Video
Welcome Back Assembly 2018 Video
Welcome Back Assembly 2018 Video
Lahela Kaeo, the Junior Class Songleader, conducts her class in the 28th annual NHIS Songfest.
Songs of the Islands Fill the Valley
Governor David Ige visits NHIS' new air conditioned classroom
Governor David Ige visits NHIS’ new air conditioned classroom
The voice of Nanakuli High and Intermediate School

Ka Leo ʻO Nanakuli
The voice of Nanakuli High and Intermediate School

Ka Leo ʻO Nanakuli
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