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PaperCut now required for printing on campus

PaperCut now required for printing on campus

by Kevin Lin – Talon EIC August 29, 2012

During school meeting on August 28, Daniel Hudkins, Director of Instructional Technology, announced that the Upper School is implementing PaperCut, a new printing system to reduce excess paper usage. According...

Maverick McNealy plays his third shot on the 12th hole as seen during the third round of match play at the 2012 U.S. Junior Amateur at Golf Club of New England in Stratham, N.H. on Thursday, July 19, 2012.

Maverick McNealy competes in NCGA Amateur Match after USGA Championship

by Vasudha Rengarajan August 4, 2012

On August 16, senior Maverick McNealy competed in the NCGA Amateur Match Play Championship, losing on the first playoff hole. "I thought it was really good," Maverick said about his performance. "In...

CHRISTIAN BALE as Bruce Wayne in Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures action thriller THE DARK KNIGHT RISES, a Warner Bros. Pictures release. TM & © DC Comics.

Review: The Dark Knight Rises above and beyond expectations – 5/5 Stars

by Samantha Hoffman – Winged Post EIC July 20, 2012

With The Dark Knight Rises, director Christopher Nolan brings his masterpiece of a saga, seven years in the making, to a riveting, sinister close. The movie opens in Gotham eight years following the...

The Maui Pineapple Tour offers a unique experience for visitors who observe the cultivating process in the fields and taste different types of pineapple. Organized by the Maui Gold Pineapple Company, the tour is held Monday through Friday.

Maui stories: Maui Pineapple Tour review

by Michelle Douglas, Samantha Hoffman, Kevin Lin, and Megan Prakash July 14, 2012

Pulling up to the Maui Gold Pineapple Company’s plant, one thought passes through the mind of everyone in the car: “People pay $65 for this?” Save for a few weatherworn warehouses and those waiting...

One of the sightseeing highlights of the Road to Hana is the Keanae Peninsula. The waves violently crash into the rugged rocks, creating an exciting scene for photographers.

Maui stories: Road to Hana review

by Mercedes Chien and Allison Sun July 6, 2012

Once visitors enter the Hana highway, they are immediately engulfed in nature’s beauty. Coined the “Road to Hana,” this particular route proves to be a popular tourist attraction, even in heavy rain....

After the performance, the cast members of the 'Ulalena show introduce themselves and talk to the audience about their roles and experiences.

Maui stories: ‘Ulalena review

by Samantha Hoffman, Nayeon Kim, and Kevin Lin July 3, 2012

The house lights dim as a swarm of vibrant colors fill the auditorium. Performers inch closer to the stage, appearing behind the audience. Sounds of instruments, some native to Hawaii, pervade the theatre....

Located by the Four Seasons Resort, the Wailea Beach offers a beautiful spot for a myriad of shoreline activities, such as sunbathing, snorkeling, and swimming.

Maui stories: Beach review – Wailea

by Mercedes Chien, Samantha Hoffman, and Sean Youn July 2, 2012

To escape the burning pain of the hot sand, swimmers and snorkelers sprint towards the inviting and refreshing ocean. Diving into the waters, they enter the home of a diverse array of sea creatures, witnessing...

Wanda Adlawan teaches the journalism students a simple hula dance combination. Adlawan has been dancing the hula for 43 years.

Maui stories: A look into the hula

by Mercedes Chien and Samantha Hoffman June 29, 2012

The graceful movement of the arms and the continuous rotation of the hips set the hula apart from other modern dance styles. Contrary to popular belief, there is only one type of hula dance, according...

Rocks litter the edge of the volcanic crater as clouds shade it from harsh sunlight. The Haleakala National Park was a constant source of wonder and amazement for the group of 19 Upper School journalism students who visited on June 28. In order to preserve the wildlife, groups can be only 12 people or less.

Maui stories: Haleakala review

by Jessica Chang & Elisabeth Siegel June 28, 2012

Gauzy clouds swirl around jagged peaks and reddish rock, temporarily flooding the breathtaking crater with a light mist. A narrow dirt trail zips along the edge, worn into the rocky terrain by the thousands...

America II sits at the Lahaina dock where it sails along Maui’s west coast, giving a once in a lifetime experience for visitors. The yacht was an America’s Cup contender in 1987, but it was eliminated by another American boat.

Maui stories: America II review

by Mercedes Chien and Allison Sun June 25, 2012

The powerful gusts of winds envelop the yacht, propelling it and tilting it to a near 90 degrees. The further along it sails, the rougher the course. It’s dramatic, it’s wild, it’s wet, and it’s...

Beach goers admire the roaring waves on a cloudy day at Makena Beach, also known as "Big Beach."

Maui stories: Beach review – Makena

by Nayeon Kim June 23, 2012

There is nothing audible but the crash, sploosh, and sizzle of foaming white waves as, one by one, they collide against slowly eroding sands, making small cliff-like indentations where they meet the beach...

‘One Tuai, a local artist, explains the legendary symbolism behind his wares. Located on Front Street of the Lahaina marketplace, his tables contain handmade goods ranging from traditional Hawaiian weapons to intricate hand-carved necklaces. Tuai has been carving professionally for over fifteen years and now works as part of the South Pacific Island Art group, which is based in Lahaina.

Maui stories: Local Lahaina craftsman carries on traditional artistic techniques

by S. Hoffman, C. Manea, A. Padwekar, and E. Siegel June 22, 2012

Nestled in the middle of the crowded streets of a Hawaiian town, a man stands before a table layered with navy velvet. The afternoon sun makes the smooth surfaces of the polished ivory and sanded wood...

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