Ka Papa Lama yields four 2018 valedictorians

After four years of blood, sweat, and no tears, senior Austin Peters has made it to the end of his high school year, fulfilling his life-long goal of becoming a valedictorian. Peters, along with three other seniors, was named valedictorian for the class of 2018, and he has never been more proud of himself. "All of these values and lessons that my parents and other influential figures in my life taught me is the reason that I have been able...

From running out on the soccer field, to going to piano lessons, to attending church and 4-H meetings, senior Kennedy-Kainoa Tamashiro grew up learning how to balance a busy schedule. Now as a senior, her efforts will be recognized as she graduates as one of four valedictorians of her class. Aside from her, seniors Hunter Worth, Austin Peters, and Kayla Tuitele were also recognized as valedictorians. Tamashiro...

Coming from a family of six, senior Kayla Tuitele grew up in Haʻikū with father Clark Tuitele and mother Lia Tuitele. Throughout her life, Kayla has always been involved with numerous activities. Managing a hectic schedule of extracurriculars is a tough task, but Tuitele takes it on with ease. "My parents, teachers, classmates, and friends all motivate me to work hard in everything I do," she...

Associated Students of Kamehameha Schools Maui president Hunter Worth graduates this year as valedictorian. Worth demonstrated his talents in academics, sports, clubs, and other extracurricular activities. Since he was in the sixth grade, Worth has participated in track and field. He also was a part of the swim, cross country, and baseball teams during high school. As part of the track team, he...