Congratulations to our Academy and Junior School students for their remarkable accomplishments this year – from academic excellence and athletic success to the many meaningful ways they’ve contributed to the life of our Punahou community.
Academy – Academic Awardees
PRESIDENT’S AWARD
The President’s Award is more than a commendation presented to those who have asserted themselves in scholarship and leadership. This is because people who are dedicated, persevere and achieve need no reward beyond the kind of life they lead. The President’s Award, in this sense, is for those people who do not need it. It goes to the students who have realized their full potential, delivered the best academic performance they are capable of, inspired their peers and teachers, and given of themselves.
PRINCIPAL’S AWARD
The Principal’s Award is presented each year to students from grades 9, 10, and 11. The selection process begins with informal nominations from students and faculty. Final selection is made by faculty groups in concert with the Deans of each class. The award recognizes underclassmen who demonstrate qualities of leadership, citizenship and service to some area of our community such as student government, athletics, drama, service organizations or community projects. Many of the recipients are active in several fields. All distinguish themselves by their exceptional attitudes, their positive outlook, their responsibility and their willingness to give of themselves
MICHAEL MCPHEE AWARD
Initiated in 1989 to honor the memory of Michael McPhee, the late brother of former Punahou President Dr. Roderick McPhee, this award goes to a Junior boy and girl who exemplify the character, leadership, scholarship, enthusiasm and zest for life which was so much a part of Mike’s own personality. These students make a difference to their classmates at Punahou.
JOHN F. FOX ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
Initiated in 1989 by former Punahou President John F. Fox, this award of partial Punahou tuition remission recognizes accomplishments in academics, athletics or extra-curricular activities of students at any grade level.
JROTC
The JROTC Cadet Of The Year Award is presented annually to an outstanding cadet in each cadet level who demonstrated superior leadership skills, patriotism, scholastic excellence and dedication to the JROTC batalion.
Academy – Athletics Awardees
BILLY WEAVER GRADE 9 ATHLETE OF THE YEAR
Given to outstanding Grade 9 student-athletes in memory of Billy Weaver’s warm friendship and honest ways, which won the love and respect of all who knew him.
NA WAHINE PA‘ANI AND PUNAHOU O-MEN GRADE 10 ATHLETE OF THE YEAR
Given to the Grade 10 student-athletes who best meet the criteria of athletic ability, team spirit, dedication, and the support of others.
MCELDOWNEY-MATTHIAS GRADE 11 ATHLETE OF THE YEAR
Given to the Grade 11 student-athletes who made the highest contributions in the areas of athletics, scholarship, and citizenship.
C. DUDLEY PRATT GRADE 12 ATHLETE OF THE YEAR
Given to the Grade 12 student-athletes who demonstrate cumulative athletic achievement, team leadership, positive character, consistent coachability, solid citizenship, and sportsmanship.
Academy – Award Program
Junior School Awardees
Recipients of the John Fox Achievement and William Knowlton awards are named on the last day of instruction for the Junior School.
The John Fox Achievement Award recognizes Middle School accomplishments in academics, athletics or co-curricular activities.
The William Knowlton Award, in memory of Bishop Hall supervisor Bill Knowlton, goes to Middle School students who best exemplify those qualities Knowlton held in highest esteem – integrity, kindness, caring, a sense of humor and commitment.
