Letter From the Editor: Reflecting Through Memory

for the high school can be seen in numerous forms, with the collective participation of its diverse community.

Memories are like mirrors. They allow us to reflect upon ourselves and view the things we have allowed to fall behind us. Through our memories, we are able to glimpse at the person we’ve become, the cuts that we’ve gained and the scars that we’ve allowed to heal. Yet, most of all, it allows us to take in the view of the people who are keeping us up from behind, ready to catch us when we fall.

Nowadays, I tend to struggle when it comes to braving the challenges life has thrown at me. Between balancing my roles in school, the Times, extracurriculars and personal life, I tend to lose sight of my hope and optimism as I’m blinded by the numerous, arduous tasks that must be completed. So, in an effort to restore my positivity, I gaze into my mirror of memories as it reminds me that I am not alone. It allows me to witness all of my family, friends and loved ones who actively support me from behind as I prepare to face the storm ahead of me. Yet, what I appreciate about the sight even more is the notion that even when I was expecting them to reach their limits with me, they never left my back vulnerable. I owe a majority of my success to my support group because they were the individuals I have leaned on, and will continue to lean on.

Mililani High School is no exception as they have 50 years worth of memories that can be reflected upon by hundreds of individuals that have walked its halls. The mirror these moments forge exhibit many of the positive contributions and moments that truly embody the Trojan Nation, however, in order to achieve success, one must begin at a lower starting point. MHS, throughout its history, has faced many challenges and setbacks as it strived to serve the Mililani community throughout its years. Yet, it’s due to the darkened atmosphere that allowed for its past and current supporters to shine brighter. For it is the light behind MHS that allows the school and its impact to be illuminated. Whether it’s attending the community craft fairs to simply providing the school the opportunity to nurture their youth, support

As the Trojan Times releases their second community issue, the staff has done a wonderful job in producing an issue with the hopes of providing the spark towards reliving or learning of special memories to the community that has provided for them for 49 years. They have dedicated many hours, while simultaneously battling the inevitable burnout as Spring Break nears, to produce stories that provide a collection of unique experiences and moments that help define what MHS is for the students, alumni and families.

Through the numerous historically themed pieces on the school, its publication and student body, community members are able to reflect on all the Trojan Nation has accomplished and overcome as they continue to provide an environment of growth and education for its youth. The issue also permits its readers to witness the progression of the school as they implement new experiences and reinstate long awaited tradition to further connect its students with their community.

So, without further adieu, the Trojan Times happily presents their second community issue that honors the memories and history of MHS. We hope you enjoy reading it as much as we enjoyed creating it!

Designer Brynn Vincent

Trojan Times mission is to inform the community of news, people and issues of concern.

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Editor-in-Chief

Shelby Seu

Story Editor

Sarah Dittle

Opinions Editor

Macallister Graves

Copy Editors

Arie Yamasaki

Isabella Makino

Digital Editor

Alexia Cramer

Anela Reese

Averey Jim

Camryn Okinaka

Dannika Pila

Ezra Burton

Gianna Brown

Head Social Media

Anya Hubbard

Head Designer

Ken Sakata

Head Photographer

Brynn Vincent

Photo Stylist

Brynn Vincent

Advisor

Daniella Reyes

Staff

Jaya Dube

Jaylenn Jay-Abe

Jullia Young

Krystin Oducado-Lum

Marcus Morifuji

Randen Tadaki