God Bless Our United States Veterans
God Bless our United States Veterans November 11, 2024 This Veterans Day, we take a moment to reflect on and honor the brave men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Their sacrifices, courage, and commitment to our freedom deserve our deepest gratitude. The students of ...

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Urawa Jitsugyo Tokyo Tour

Posted on November 08, 2024 in: General News

Urawa Jitsugyo Tokyo Tour
Urawa Jitsugyo Tokyo Tour  November 8, 2024 Today, the students of St. Joseph School gathered at Tokyo Station at 8 a.m. to board the Hato Bus for a guided tour of Tokyo. The bus tour included visits to several well-known landmarks, such as the Statue of Kusunoki, the Tokyo Imperial Palac...

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Urawa Jitsugyo Sister School Activities
Urawa Jitsugyo Sister School Activities  November 8, 2024  As part of the Sister School exchange program, St. Joseph School students attended classes and participated in a variety of curricular and extracurricular activities at Urawa Jitsugyo School. It is truly a blessing to have...

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Urawa Jitsugyo Opening Ceremony

Posted on November 08, 2024 in: General News

Urawa Jitsugyo Opening Ceremony
Urawa Jitsugyo Opening Ceremony  November 5, 2024  It was an exciting day for the St. Joseph School Cardinals. Principal Kipapa and Principal Okada of Urawa Jitsugyo signed an official document recognizing the continued partnership between St. Joseph School and Urawa Jitsugyo Gakuen ...

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Urawa Sister School Welcome Dinner
Urawa Sister School Welcome Dinner  November 2, 2024 On Friday, November 1, Principal Kipapa, Sensei Gomes, and 14 students from St. Joseph's Junior and Senior High School embarked on their journey to visit Urawa Jitsugyo Gakuen, their sister school in Japan. After arriving at Narita ...

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Air Rifle State Championships

Posted on October 24, 2024 in: General News

Air Rifle State Championships
HHSAA State Championships Air Rifle  October 28, 2024  Congratulations to Raylee Mateo who came in 3rd place for the BIIF Individuals at the BIIF finals. She will be  competing at the HHSAA State Competition on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at the Neal Blaisdell Center.  Alex ...

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Feast of Our Lady of The Rosary

Posted on October 18, 2024 in: General News

Feast of Our Lady of The Rosary
Feast of Our lady of the Rosary  Ocotber 28, 2024 This October, we celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary, a significant month in the Church calendar dedicated to honoring Mary and her powerful intercession through the rosary. Established by Pope Pius V in 1573, this feast reminds ...

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BIIF Championships

Posted on October 18, 2024 in: General News

Excursion to Puʻu ʻŌʻō Ranch
Pu'u Ōʻō Ranch Excursion  October 16, 2024 The 7th and 8th graders enjoyed an enriching excursion to Puʻu ʻŌʻō Ranch, where they explored the thriving Native Hawaiian ecosystems within the Piʻihonua Ahupuaʻa. Surrounded by breathtaking views of Mauna Kea and native plants and animals,...

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Walk to The Box Event

Posted on October 17, 2024 in: General News

Walk to The Box Event
“A Walk to the Box” October 17, 2024  A “Walk to the Box” event will be held on October 22, Tuesday, at the Kamehameha statue in Bayfront Hilo. As part of the Our Kaiāulu Votes initiative, St. Joseph School students will participate in this sign-waving event to ins...

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Alumni Visit From The Class of 1964
Welcome Back Cardinal Alumni of the c/o1964 On Thursday, October 17, we were thrilled to welcome back several alumni to St. Joseph School for a special visit. The visit began with a warm reception, where they reconnected with each other, sharing their experiences since graduation and remembering ...

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School Photo Retake

Posted on October 04, 2024 in: General News

School Photo Retake
Not satisfied with your first school picture? On Monday, October 14, Reeds Photography will be on-campus again for anyone interested in retaking their photo. 

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Air Rifle BIIF Finals

Posted on October 04, 2024 in: General News

Cross Country BIIFS

Posted on October 04, 2024 in: General News

Hiring Now

Posted on October 04, 2024 in: General News

Fall Break-October 7-11

Posted on October 04, 2024 in: General News

Regal Food Sale 2024

Posted on September 27, 2024 in: General News

Regal Food Sale 2024
Support St. Joseph School and purchase your Regal item today! September 27, 2024 Our annual Regal Food Sale kicks off on Monday, September 30. Pre-sale tickets are available for purchase at $10 per item. We are selling Cinnamon and Banana Bread as well as the Cornflake and Chocloate Chip ...

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County of Hawaiʻi Youth Commission 2024
Calling all Interested Youth September 27, 2024  The County of Hawaiʻi Youth Commission is now accepting applications. The Mayor encourages all qualified youths to apply for this opportunity. Its purpose is to identify the aspirations, needs, and concerns of the county’s youth;...

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Student Highlight- Axel Reid

Posted on September 26, 2024 in: General News

Student Highlight- Axel Reid
Commended Student for the National Merit Scholarship Program 2025 September 26, 2024 Celebrating Our Commended Student! We are thrilled to announce that Axel Reid, a senior at St. Joseph School, has been recognized as a Commended Student in the National Merit Scholarship Program! This prest...

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Cultural Tour with Dr. Halena Kapuni-Reynolds
Cultural Tour with Dr. Kapuni-Reynolds To celebrate the 100th anniversary of the establishment of the Hawaiian Home Land community of Keaukaha, Dr. Kapuni-Reynolds invites you to join him for a Keaukaha history walking tour. The tour will be offered every Saturd...

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Next Tech Hawaii STEM CAMP

Posted on September 25, 2024 in: General News

Next Tech Hawaii STEM CAMP
STEM CAMP When: October 5 & 6 Who: This 2-day camp is open to Hawaiʻi Island students in Grades 6, 7, and 8.  When: Saturday, October 5 and Sunday, October 6, 9:10 am to 2:00 pm both days.  Drop-off begins at 9:00am.  Parents/Guardians, please walk-in your student to...

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Cardinal Volleyball-September 23

Posted on September 22, 2024 in: General News

Cardinal Volleyball-September 23
Cardinal Volleyball  September 23, 2024  Support our Cardinal Girls Volleyball team as they go head-to-head with the Hilo High Vikings on Monday, September 23. The match begins at 5pm at Hilo High School Gym. 

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Support the Campus Ministry

Posted on September 22, 2024 in: General News

Support the Campus Ministry
Kākoʻo Ka Hui Hoʻomana  September 27, 2024 Mrs. Villena, Campus Minister, is inspiring our youth ministers to get excited about their faith by boosting the campus ministry program through various initiatives which require monetary support. "This year our mission is to renov...

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Celebrate Priesthood Day- September 29
Priesthood Sunday  Sunday, September 29, 2024 Priesthood Sunday is a special day to honor the priesthood in the United States. It is a day to reflect upon and affirm the central role of the priesthood in the Church's life. With priests, we can receiv...

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 "The Future Leaders of Hawaiʻi: The Native Hawaiian Convention 2024"
The Native Hawaiian Convention ʻAha ʻŌpio 2024  Date: September 17-September 19 Location: Hilton Waikoloa The Native Hawaiian Convention 2024 was hosted by the Hilton Waikoloa from September 17 to September 19. This three-day event featured discussions and workshops on cultural perpetuat...

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Air Rifle Meet

Posted on September 16, 2024 in: General News

Air Rifle Meet
"Eyes on the Target" Come and join us at St. Joseph School Gym to support our Cardinal athletes as they participate in this weekʻs Air Rifle Meet at 5:00pm, Friday. 

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Girls Volleyball Match

Posted on September 16, 2024 in: General News

Girls Volleyball Match
"Pass, Set, Spike" Come and support our Lady Cardinals as they play against the Keaʻau Cougars. The match begins at 5:00pm at the Laupahoehoe Gym.  Go Cardinals!

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Cross Country Meet

Posted on September 16, 2024 in: General News

Cross Country Meet
"Stay tall & Breathe" Come and support our Cardinal runners as they participate in this weekendʻs cross country meet. 

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Japan Trip 2024

Posted on September 12, 2024 in: General News

Japan Trip 2024
Sister School Trip  Every other year St. Joseph School paritcipates in a 2 week student exchange program with our sister school, Urawa Jitsugyo Gakuen High School. This year Sensei Gomes will be taking a group of students to participate in this exchange program from November 1-16. Students w...

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Never Forgotten- September 11

Posted on September 09, 2024 in: General News

Never Forgotten- September 11
Remembering the Lives Lost Each year, as the calendar turns to September 11, we find ourselves reflecting on a day that forever changed our world. The events of September 11, 2001, were a profound moment in history, marking a day of tragedy but also one of remarkable resilience and unity. ...

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Cardinal Volleyball

Posted on September 06, 2024 in: General News

Cardinal Volleyball
Pōpaʻipaʻi Wahine Come and support our Cardinal Volleyball team as they go head-to-head with Kamehameha Schools on Monday, September 9, at Kamehameha Schools. The games starts at 5pm.    Go Cardinals!!

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Hawaiʻi Island College Fair- Oct. 2

Posted on September 06, 2024 in: General News

Hawaiʻi Island College Fair- Oct. 2
College Fair at UH Hilo Are you interested in learning about potential college options? Hawaiʻi island will be hosting a college fair on October 2, 2024 from 5-6:30pm at UH Hilo. This fair will feature over 70 colleges from Hawaii and across the country, providing an excellent oppo...

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Native Hawaiian Convention Aha ʻŌpio- Sept. 17-19
Native Hawaiian Convention 2024 The Hawaiian Studies high school students willl be attending the Native Hawaiian Convention this year at the Hilton Waikoloa Village from September 17 to September 19. The three-day event will feature discussions and workshops on cultural perpetuatio...

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St. Joseph Catholic Faith Scholarship
  Please feel free to download the application here: St. Joseph Catholic Faith Application doc.

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Senior Car Wash- Sept. 15

Posted on August 31, 2024 in: General News

Senior Car Wash- Sept. 15
Senior Car Wash 

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PTG Meeting- Sept. 5

Posted on August 31, 2024 in: General News

PTG Meeting- Sept. 5
Calling all Cardinals!  Join us at 6pm in the Gymnasium for our first PTG meeting of the new school year on Thursday, September 5. Sign-in with our PTG board members to qualify your child for a free dress day. Go Cardinals! 

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School Picture Day- Sept. 3

Posted on August 31, 2024 in: General News

School Picture Day- Sept. 3
Smile, Cardinal! Picture Day will take place on September 3. To pre-order photos online, go to myproimages.com/reedtakaazephotography and enter event code XPX4E. Online pre-orders must be placed by September 3rd. Pre-Order Photos Printed order forms are available a...

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Standardized Testing- Sept. 3

Posted on August 31, 2024 in: General News

Standardized Testing- Sept. 3
Mark Your Calendars!  Go Cardinals! 

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Hawaii Catholic School Administrators Visit St. Joseph School During Annual Administrative Retreat
HCS Annual Administrators Retreat comes to Hilo In a significant demonstration of unity and commitment to Catholic education, all administrators from Hawaii's Catholic schools recently visited St. Joseph School in Hilo as part of their annual administrative retreat. This gathering provided an...

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