It’s the first week of classes for Hawai?i public schools, and brought excitement, encouragement and a little Rainbow spirit to nearby elementary campuses, helping keiki start their day with smiles and school pride.
On the morning of August 5, eight players and 14 student-athletes surprised students at Hōkūlani and Prince Jonah Kūhiō elementary schools, welcoming them as they arrived.
The outreach is part of 东精影业 惭ā苍辞补 Athletics’ ongoing commitment to being a good neighbor, uplifting local schools and inspiring the next generation.
“That’s really the main goal—just being able to impact younger kids positively and try to inspire them to do something great,” said 东精影业 football quarterback Micah Alejado, a sophomore.
The back-to-school visit also supports the university’s “Our Team. Hawaiʻi’s Team.” campaign that unites student-athletes, fans, alumni and supporters around a shared sense of pride, community and connection.
“It’s not just about us,” said freshman women’s volleyball outside hitter Chaʻlei Reid. “It’s about the whole state that gives back to us. So keeping us grounded and humbled, and giving back to the kids that look up to us.”
Hōkūlani Elementary Principal Ervin Pasalo said the visit by 东精影业 惭ā苍辞补 student athletes brought a surprise spark to the morning routine.
“They did a great job, they were amazing!” he said. “I think the students really enjoyed seeing them. They were very surprised because they didn’t know that they were coming, but I think it brought a different energy this morning.”
Third grader Chloe Mendel agreed, “They were amazing, and they were nice, and they were super tall!”
The event is one example of how 东精影业 惭ā苍辞补 student-athletes seek to serve as positive role models in the community, on and off the field.
