Fall Dance 2025 "Just Can't Stop The Feeling!"

🎶 “I got this feeling inside my bones…”. Highlands Intermediate School brought the Trolls-themed Fall Dance 2025, “Can’t Stop the Feeling,” to life across the cafeteria and lower campus. Music, vibrant colors, and nonstop energy filled the air as students celebrated the end of the first quarter. Inside the cafeteria, DJ JoJo Flow kept the dance floor moving with song requests, shout-outs, and activities like the Trolls Glow Toss and Glow Tattoos. The Glow Store was buzzing as students added extra sparkle to their outfits, and the Trolls Glow Photo Booth captured the memories. For those looking to relax while staying on theme, the Trolls movie played in the band room. Outside, plenty of ono food, snacks, and drinks kept everyone fueled. The lower campus was packed with action, featuring games like Bergen Knock ’Em Down, Feed Mr. Dinkles, Streak It Up, and a friendship bracelet station. A huge mahalo to the Student Council and everyone who put in the time and effort to turn our campus into a Trolls celebration. At Highlands, we just can’t stop the feeling! 🎶✨. — Solomon Young, 8th Grade Class President

Spirit Week 2025: Sports Day

We brought the heat for our latest event, showing up in full force wearing our favorite sports gear! Whether it was NBA legends or local heroes, seeing everyone dressed up set the perfect tone for a day of friendly competition.  The competition heated up with our Wacky Relays. We started with the Balloon Snake, a hilarious test of teamwork where staying connected was the only way to win. If one person moved too fast, the whole snake fell apart!  But the real adrenaline rush came from Knock 'Em Down. Picture this: a room full of students armed with foam pool noodles, trying to defend a cup while attacking their neighbors'. It was a battle of multitasking and reflexes that became an instant fan favorite. It was the perfect way to burn off energy and bond through a little friendly rivalry.  Scott, Leadership Class

Transitioneers! @ Disney Aulani 2025

Four of our student leaders—Herbi, Ashlynn, Emmalia, and Solomon—joined Mr. White at the Aulani Resort for the Middle Level Leadership Summit. This special event brought Student Councils from across Hawaii together to collaborate, network, and share ideas.  Building Connections - The day kicked off with an interactive scavenger hunt where students had to find peers from other schools and learn facts about them. This icebreaker set the stage for the day’s focus: how to keep students engaged and active in school culture. Sharing Ideas & Solutions - After a delicious lunch provided by the resort, our team worked together to identify the strengths and challenges at Highlands Intermediate. We then joined small circles with students from other schools to compare notes. It was insightful to see that many schools face similar challenges, and we were able to exchange valuable solutions. Sweet Endings - The day concluded with a special treat—a Mickey Mouse-shaped dessert!—and a final chance to exchange contact information with new friends and reconnect with old ones from seventh grade. The team left inspired and ready to bring new ideas back to Highlands.  Emmalia Tuagalu, 8th Grade Vice-President

Q1 eSport: Mario Kart 2025

 

Highlands Leadership Workshop 2025

The Highlands Leadership Workshop 2025 was a meaningful experience designed to connect and empower our student leaders. Bringing together Student Council members, homeroom representatives, and club officers, the event focused on preparing our students for the school year ahead. Organized by our Leadership class, the agenda featured interactive challenges including Super Secret Handshake, People Bingo, and 4 Corners. These activities encouraged students to step outside their comfort zones and collaborate with peers they might not usually work with. A standout moment was the "Trust Run," a powerful exercise that highlighted the necessity of reliance and cooperation in effective leadership. By the end of the workshop, students had not only built confidence and stronger friendships but also gained critical skills in communication and responsibility. The event successfully set the tone for a year defined by teamwork, service, and pride at Highlands Intermediate School. Shanell Saelua, Student Government Treasurer