Opinion pieces from our writers to set you thinking.
- How to be better prepared for collegeCollege is a major transition for graduating high school seniors. It is a time when teenagers become young adults who take on more responsibility and become independent. This, of course, doesn’t come without stressors: managingContinue reading “How to be better prepared for college”
- What’s new at Ala MoanaIt’Sugar Do you love candy? Well It’Sugar is the place for you. It’Sugar is located at 1450 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, Hawaii on the Ala Moana’s third level located right next to Target. It’Sugar isContinue reading “What’s new at Ala Moana”
- America’s role in UkraineAt the end of February, Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered his military to enter Ukraine, stating his purpose was to “de-militarize and de-Nazify Ukraine.” However, his invasion appears to be in response to Ukraine’s increasingContinue reading “America’s role in Ukraine”
- Fighting wartime inflationThe current war between Russia and Ukraine, while still concerning, seems to be dying down. The support that the majority of the world gives Ukraine causes Russia to falter, however their nuclear weapons also poseContinue reading “Fighting wartime inflation”
- Seniors’ advice for juniorsJunior and senior year are the most challenging years in high school. Having to juggle academics, extracurriculars, part-time jobs, and college preparation throughout both years is quite stressful. As a senior, I can certainly sayContinue reading “Seniors’ advice for juniors”
- Is the U.S responsible for Afghanistan?Do those with power have the responsibility to protect those without? To what extent must we hold our moral code towards other countries? Have we already accounted for this obligation in Afghanistan, or must weContinue reading “Is the U.S responsible for Afghanistan?”
- School or Home: Should Kaiser Return to Distance Learning?This summer, the Hawaii Department of Education announced that all students would return to in-person school with no widespread option for distance learning. This was a controversial decision, as many people considered that the dangersContinue reading “School or Home: Should Kaiser Return to Distance Learning?”
- Anti-Vax and the fears of the coronavirus vaccineMost Americans have taken vaccines for all of their lives, and vaccinations have become a routine, particularly annual flu shots. But now, there’s a new shot we need to take: the coronavirus vaccine. Misinformation aboutContinue reading “Anti-Vax and the fears of the coronavirus vaccine”
- Unsung hate crime against AsiansWritten by Peilin Sun The United States, a country meant to represent freedom, has a history of racial hate and violence. Much of it goes unnoticed due to the undermining of certain races in theContinue reading “Unsung hate crime against Asians”
- Surviving COVID-19 with petsThe COVID-19 pandemic has brought on a lot of stress to the average American family, not only with physical health problems, but also mental and social issues. However, even now, man’s best friend has alwaysContinue reading “Surviving COVID-19 with pets”
- After you’re vaccinated, keep that mask onDespite differing opinions on mask-wearing, it seems that everybody is in equal anticipation to see each other’s smiling faces again. Many are looking forward to getting vaccinated for COVID-19 as a return to fresh air—butContinue reading “After you’re vaccinated, keep that mask on”
- Two Parties: Two AmericasFrom the election period to the inauguration, the divide in America has been continuously highlighted. Even within the Republican Party, a rift seems to have formed. According to a poll from Politico, only about 53Continue reading “Two Parties: Two Americas”
- What is school doing to help students socialize? Not enough.School’s purpose is not solely education, but also social interaction. Group education is merely a convenient, productive vehicle for sharing experiences. Otherwise, schools wouldn’t expend so much effort to facilitate social events for their students.Continue reading “What is school doing to help students socialize? Not enough.”
- Are video games too political?Dictator, a game based on the life of a ruler in the Cold War, released in 1983 by DK’Tronics in Europe, was the first videogame to revolve around politics itself. However, videogames have a longContinue reading “Are video games too political?”
- New perspectives on a new scheduleIn response to social distancing requirements in schools, Kaiser has pioneered a new class schedule. The most notable change: A free Wednesday except for a 30 minute Kaiser Advisory Period (KAP) in the morning. StudentsContinue reading “New perspectives on a new schedule”
- Standardized testing set up to failAs high school students, we have to look past graduation and be prepared for the future. And in that future, there will be two paths to choose from: either starting a career, or going toContinue reading “Standardized testing set up to fail”
- Time to eat localHawaii, despite its reputation as paradise, has its fair share of problems, one of which is food security. Currently, Hawaii only produces roughly 10-15% of its necessary food supply, while the remaining 85-90% is importedContinue reading “Time to eat local”
- Open Letters: The recent electionThe 2020 presidential election was a source of great controversy nationwide, and as such, individuals here at Kaiser have opinions as well. We asked two teachers with contrasting views for their take on the legitimacyContinue reading “Open Letters: The recent election”
- The reason for Hawaii’s peaceful protestsAfter prolonged police violence towards African Americans, George Floyd’s death was the final indignity that pushed the nation towards outrage and protest. Hawaii News Now reported protesters on the mainland United States breaking in windows,Continue reading “The reason for Hawaii’s peaceful protests”
- CollegeBoard fails the test
As students, we’d like to think that the college applications we work so hard on are reviewed word-for-word, but that’s just not the case. According to the U.S. News and World Report, colleges can receiveContinue reading “CollegeBoard fails the test”
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