Week of 2/2/24
What's Happening at HPA This Week?
Message from the Head of School
Aloha HPA ʻohana,
The last week of January has represented an intense mix of assignments, emotions, and gratitude both in personal and professional growth and development. Though I felt pulled in several directions — mostly ups and downs — I have not yet had time to reflect and apply some of the foundational pieces for myself. I blame several distractions on this delayed self-analysis, one major factor being my house guests last week…
I try not to take for granted the time I have with my own parents. They visited last week, a time that has become pretty routine for the last fifteen years. While we are consistently making B-reel Progressive Insurance commercials with repeated conversations about gas prices, the temperature difference between the East Coast and our town, and the pronunciation of words they have been saying (practicing) for over a decade like poke, Waikoloa, and Waimea, our time together is ultimately joyful and priceless. As I say this, we as parents, often find ourselves in this “middle place,” caring for both our children and now developing a keen eye on the people who raised us. This is a space of responsibility, agility, gentleness, and patience. It brings a depth of appreciation and also a desperate grasp for time passing by. It is precious and poignant, and I am grateful to get to share in this transitional space and time with my family — a generational gift.
Sunday, I stepped away from the family tree, and I left campus for the week to serve on our Hawaiʻi Association of Independent Schools visiting committee. Another community of which I am happy to be a part. Member schools serve to support the accreditation process for our sister and brother schools. While it is hard to leave the bustle and brightness of home and our campuses, it is important to see other schools doing their best to live their independent missions. After three intense days of meetings, interviews, observations, and report writing, I am as convinced as I have ever been that we at HPA are unique and wonderful, with a mission that truly provides exceptional learning opportunities. I am excited to be home and back at work, greeting February with zeal and zest.
February celebrates many important educational touchpoints for our students and faculty. The month will shift our attention to highlighting the importance of ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi and Black history — connecting us to each other with an eagerness to learn and understand more about cultures humanity and the world. Fitting with this empathy and appreciation of our diverse global population is HPA’s dynamic and vibrant, International Day — a tradition here since 1998. Our diverse community shines as we cook and dine, dance and sing, and read and listen. There is pride sweeping through the upper campus as students share about who they are and where they come from – about family and culture. I am always absolutely struck by the variation of humans that make up our school community and also the bonds and brilliance of connection that we all share. We are Ka Makani and we are spectacular individuals in this interconnected place who care, elevate, and bend together for compassion and excellence.
Lastly and in concert with this sentiment of togetherness and belonging, re-enrollment is upon us. If you haven’t already, you will be receiving an enrollment agreement for the next school year. Thank you for securing your child(ren)’s space for our 2024-2025 academic year through this process. This step greatly helps us best plan for next year. Mahalo for your commitment to HPA and for being part of our longstanding Ka Makani traditions and exciting future. I am thankful for this place and for you.
With a celebration of reciprocity and our collective good, I wish you a great weekend!
Warm wishes this Aloha Friday,
Fred Wawner
Head of School
School Bulletins for the Week of 2/2/24
Lower School
Each week, Lower School Principal Dora Kwong writes a message to K-5 families highlighting joyful moments and meaningful lessons and offering a glimpse into what students and parents can plan for in the weeks ahead.
From the desk of your Division Principal, Dora Kwong
Aloha Lower School families,
We are excited to announce the upcoming K-2 Musical Program, based on the popular picture book, The Rainbow Fish by Marcus Pfister. Grades K, 1st, and 2nd will showcase their knowledge of musical elements and performance techniques as they tell the story of The Rainbow Fish, and his journey through discovering the joy of sharing our light with others. Families of K, 1st, and 2nd grade students are all invited to attend! Students in 3rd, 4th, and 5th grades will also be viewers in the audience. All children will be dismissed from GPAC immediately after the show.
- Date: Friday, February 23
- Location: Gates Performing Arts Center, HPA Upper Campus
- Time: Doors open at 2:00 pm, show begins at 2:15 pm
Dismissal: All students from Kindergarten through 5th grade will be dismissed directly to families following the performance. If your child is signed up for HPAʻs After School Program and they plan to stay and participate that day, they can be bussed back to the Village Campus for their activity and picked up afterward.
We are excited that re-enrollment season is here! All eligible students will be offered the opportunity to re-enroll at HPA. As soon as your re-enrollment agreement is ready, you will receive an email from the school asking you to please complete the re-enrollment agreement in myHPA by Thursday, February 15, 2024. Please review these instructions carefully to complete your Enrollment Agreement in myHPA. If your child is not planning to return to HPA for the 2024-2025 academic year, please email admissions@hpa.edu at your earliest convenience to let us know.
As a reminder, we will be having our Parent Pau Hana on Tuesday, February 6 at Atherton House. I hope you will join me, Fred, and Glenn to gather together and talk story. It will be a great way for us to spend some time together, connect, and share thoughts. I look forward to seeing you there!
Next week is a shorter week, with no classes during our K-12 Faculty Workday on Friday, February 9. Many students are excited to be back on campus on Saturday, however, for the World Cubing Association Competition, which will be held in Hale ʻĪnana from 8 am to 4 pm. I am excited to support our many cubing enthusiasts who have signed up to compete or cheer on their peers!
Dora Kwong
Lower School Principal
Pau Hana at Atherton House
Head of School Fred Wawner and his wife, Dina, will host an informal pau hana for our Village Campus families (grades K-8) on Tuesday, February 6, from 3:30 to 5:30 pm at Atherton House on the Upper Campus. This is a great opportunity for our HPA community to mix and mingle, talk story, and spend some time together. Sweet treats and coffee will be served.
Please RSVP by Friday, February 2. For those families needing childcare, the After School Program is available for current students for a drop-in rate of $18 (there is no charge if you are already signed up for After School). If you do need childcare for the event, please email Mele DeMille ahead of time to reserve your spot.
Schedule
Our K-5 classes continue with in-person instruction on our Village Campus on Monday, February 5.
We encourage all families to check the School Calendar in myHPA for the most up-to-date information. In addition, a list of Key Dates (school opening and closures) can also be located on the Lower School Family Resources tile located in myHPA.
Coming Up
• Sunday, February 4, from 2:00 to 5:00 pm: Be our Valentine! Support the HPA Fund, Tiare Rose Shop, Shops at Mauna Lani
• Tuesday, February 6 from 3:30 to 5:30 pm: Pau Hana at Atherton House, Upper Campus
• Friday, February 9: Faculty work day (all divisions), no classes
• Saturday, February 10, from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm: World Cubing Association Competition, Hale ʻĪnana
• Friday, February 23: K-2 Musical
• Friday, March 1 from 12:00 to 3:00 pm: 5th Grade Capstone Presentations
• Friday, March 1 from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm: Village Campus Plant Sale Event
• Wednesday, March 6 from 7:00 to 8:00 pm: Suessical, feat. 5th-8th grade actors, Gates Performing Arts Center
Helpful Lower School Contacts & Links
Student Support
- Ms. Rachel Baydo, K-8 School Counselor, rbaydo@hpa.edu
- Mr. Joe Ludes, K-8 Learning Specialist, jludes@hpa.edu
After School Program, K-5
Mrs. Mele DeMille, Director of After School Programs, mdemille@hpa.edu
Past Email Communications
All past email communications can be accessed by visiting the Lower School Family Resources tile on myHPA and scrolling down to Past Parent Email Communications, 2023-2024.
myHPA
In addition to Seesaw, many important resources can be located on our community portal, myHPA. Check the Lower School Family Resources tile for the most up-to-date information.
Middle School
Each week, Middle School Principal Glenn Chickering pens a note to 6-8 families reflecting on the activities and accomplishments of the week and previewing what students and parents can look forward to in the coming days.
From the desk of your Division Principal, Glenn Chickering
Aloha Middle School families,
In our assemblies this month, we are working our way through sharing student work that showcases HPA’s Core Skills. At this week’s assembly, we took a look at HPA’s Core Skill of Creativity. Students in Ms. Marchildon’s Art from Mauka to Makai class shared some amazing work they did in drawing different species that are endemic to the island.
This Week’s Fly on Wall buzzed off campus and traveled with our Turtle Tagging Club to the Waikoloa coast to team up with Ms. Jim, Mr. Rice, and the Upper School turtle tagging crew to measure and collect data on a dozen or so turtles. This Club was created and is led by a grade 12 Capstone Student. It was a great opportunity for two of our Grade 8 students to see firsthand how to safely handle and tag turtles to help monitor the health of the turtles and the turtle population. We set up at the Hilton and its wonderful access to a natural lagoon, where we met some turtles that were old friends – having been tagged by the team just last year, and some brand new friends as well, being tagged and logged for the first time. Students were also able to explain what we were doing and why we were doing it to some of the curious guests, giving them a great chance to showcase their work.
Meanwhile, in the Ulu Mau Garden, our grade 6 students teamed up with our kindergarten class in another wonderful edition of our Village Campus Wā Pilina program. They were a great team, getting lots of great work done to relocate our garden beds and optimize our garden’s production.
As we enter Black History Month we are excited to listen to the series of podcasts made by our Grade 7 students in a collaborative project led by Ms. Monello, Ms. Boswell, and Ms. Tarnas. Students chose African Americans whose work and contributions may have been overlooked by society and will highlight them and their in an interview-style podcast. There will be some familiar names in there too! Next week, we will set up listening stations in the Library, and advisory classes will visit at different times in the coming weeks and students can browse as they would like before school and during recesses. We will also make the podcasts available for parents to listen to some days after school and will be in touch next week with more information on days the library is available.
Re-enrollment season is here! All eligible students will be offered the opportunity to re-enroll at HPA. As soon as your re-enrollment agreement is ready, you will receive an email from the school asking you to please complete the re-enrollment agreement in myHPA by Thursday, February 15, 2024. Please review these instructions carefully to complete your Enrollment Agreement in myHPA. If your child is not planning to return to HPA for the 2024-2025 academic year, please email admissions@hpa.edu at your earliest convenience to let us know.
We hope you can join us at our parent pau hana from 3:30 to 5:30 pm on Tuesday, February 6 at Atherton House on HPA’s Upper Campus. It is a great way for us to build connections, share thoughts, and foster a sense of community within our school. We hope to see everyone there!
Mahalo,
Glenn Chickering
Middle School Principal
Pau Hana at Atherton House
Head of School Fred Wawner and his wife, Dina, will host an informal pau hana for our Village Campus families (grades K-8) on Tuesday, February 6, from 3:30 to 5:30 pm at Atherton House on the Upper Campus. This is a great opportunity for our HPA community to mix and mingle, talk story, and spend some time together. Sweet treats and coffee will be served.
Please RSVP by Friday, February 2. For those families needing childcare, the After School Program is available for current students for a drop-in rate of $18 (there is no charge if you are already signed up for After School). If you do need childcare for the event, please email Mele DeMille ahead of time to reserve your spot.
Schedule
Our Middle School 2023-2024 Daily Schedule continues with in-person instruction on our Village Campus on Monday, February 5.
We encourage all families to check the School Calendar in myHPA for the most up-to-date information. In addition, a list of Key Dates (school opening and closures) can also be located on the Middle School Family Resources tile located in myHPA.
Coming Up
• Friday, February 2 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm: Family Game Night, Taylor Lynn Library, Village Campus
• Sunday, February 4, from 2:00 to 5:00 pm: Be our Valentine! Support the HPA Fund, Tiare Rose Shop, Shops at Mauna Lani
• Tuesday, February 6 from 3:30 to 5:30 pm: Pau Hana at Atherton House, Upper Campus
• Friday, February 9: Faculty work day (all divisions), no classes
• Saturday, February 10, from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm: World Cubing Association Competition, Hale ʻĪnana
• Friday, February 23: Middle School Spring Dance, Hale ʻInana
• Wednesday, March 6 from 7:00 to 8:00 pm: Suessical, feat. 5th-8th grade actors, Gates Performing Arts Center
• Thursday and Friday, March 8 and 9: Student-Led Conferences
Helpful Middle School Contacts & Links
Student Support
- Ms. Rachel Baydo, K-8 School Counselor, rbaydo@hpa.edu
- Mr. Joe Ludes, K-8 Learning Specialist, jludes@hpa.edu
After School Program, Grades 6-8
Mrs. Mele DeMille, Director of After School Programs, mdemille@hpa.edu
Past Email Communications
All past email communications can be accessed by visiting the Middle School Family Resource tile on myHPA and scrolling down to ‘Past Email Communications, 2022-2023’.
myHPA
myHPA is where you can find all the resources related to your child’s learning. Two key resource boards that we would like to draw your attention to are the ‘Middle School Family Resources’, and the ‘Middle School Student Resources’.
myHPA Tutorials
myHPA is your window to your child’s progress in school. Here you will find their schedules, their assignments, their grade books and so much more. Ms. Monello and our IT team have put together a number of tutorials to help you navigate the myHPA parent portal.
Please note this myHPA Middle School Parent Tutorial, which gives you an overview of using myHPA as a window to your child’s learning in real time.
Upper School
From the desk of your Poʻo Kumu (Division Principal), Kaʻai Spencer
Aloha e nā maka o ka ʻupena a ka makani!
We have just concluded one of the best days of the year for the Upper School: our annual International Day! This is a day that focuses on celebrating the many cultures and traditions that are represented on our campus. Seeing our international students leading workshops is always uplifting, especially because they have the added challenge of speaking in a language that is not their first language in front of their peers. We also have students from Hawaiʻi who focus on customs from here and students from the United States who focus on their own cultural practices that are not otherwise represented within our international student population.
Hawaiʻi has long been a hub for cultural exchange that is inclusive of people from many far reaches of the world. Setting aside a day to intentionally highlight this diversity is extra special and very important. One exciting addition that we included this year was a group of students from Kanu O Ka ʻĀina Public Charter School. They brought along a group of 23 students to participate in the morning workshops to learn more about other cultures. Then they contributed a beautiful hula performance in the afternoon that amazed the whole GPAC theater. This was the first time that we have been able to coordinate a collaborative effort with students from another school for International Day, and I truly hope that it is the start of a long-lasting relationship.
When we focus on the student experience of being a member of our Ka Makani community, events like our annual International Day are surely a highlight that sticks in the memories of our students. These are the types of experiences that our students wish they could do again and again if the opportunity were available. As our current families start to weigh thoughts about re-enrollment or transferring schools, the community-building events really set us apart. Other examples of experiential events that our students often reflect upon include Lā Kūʻokoʻa, HPA’s Olympics, and the Commencement ceremonies. These are moments that are intentionally included to foster community and inclusion. The next community event will be at the end of February, which is HPA’s Olympics. Those times are always filled with memories. Let’s keep the good times rolling.
Ke aloha nō,
Kaʻai Spencer
Upper School Poʻo Kumu
Swimming photos by Elaina H. ’25
Schedule
Our Upper School 2023-2024 Daily Schedule will resume as an ʻUla day with in-person instruction on our Upper Campus on Monday, February 5.
We encourage all students and families to access the School Calendar in myHPA for the most up-to-date information. In addition, a list of Key Dates (school opening and closures) can also be located on the Upper School Family Resources tile located in myHPA.
Coming Up
• Sunday, February 4, from 2:00 to 5:00 pm: Be our Valentine! Support the HPA Fund, Tiare Rose Shop, Shops at Mauna Lani
• Friday, February 9: Faculty work day (all divisions), no classes
Student Support
Should your child need additional learning support, we encourage you to reach out to Amanda Aragon, our Upper School Learning Center Coordinator, by emailing aaragon@hpa.edu. In addition, our counselors are ready to assist any student who needs additional support to navigate these unusual and unprecedented times. Please feel free to reach out to the Upper Campus counseling team of Tiffany Freitas at 808-881-4038 or tfreitas@hpa.edu and Steve Furchner at 808-640-4441 or sfurchner@hpa.edu.
Class of 2024 – Seniors and Families
Mahalo to those of you who were able to join us on Zoom on December 7, for our Commencement and End-of-Year Celebrations informational meeting. For those of you who missed it, here is a recording of all the information that was shared. Please also be sure to visit the “Upper School End-of-Year Events” Resource Board on myHPA, which will be updated over the next several months with new details.
We are thrilled to celebrate all of the achievements of the Class of 2024, including their culminating event — the 73rd Annual Commencement Ceremony on Friday, May 24, 2024, at 10:00 am in Castle Gymnasium. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us at graduation@hpa.edu.
Student Life
Today, the entire school participated in International Day at the Upper School. There were 27 workshops that our students hosted where their peers could learn more about the country they or their families are from. After the workshops, students enjoyed a variety of food, all made by students and assisted by FLIK, highlighting their countries’ culinary treasures. The day ended with a cultural assembly where students shared music, dance, and knowledge of their country. What a good way to head into the weekend!
Upcoming Student Life Events
- Monday and Tuesday, February 12 and 13 – Student Council will be selling Valentine’s Day treats and will distribute them on February 14. Cash or KaMakaniCash only.
- Wednesday, February 28 – Friday, March 1: HPA Olympics!
- Plans are underway and our Class Reps are busy at work to produce the 46th Annual HPA Olympic games. These games are aimed at bringing classes together in a spirit of positive sportsmanship and fun. More information to on an Olympics Resource Board and an email to all parents.
Ka Makani Travel
The enrollment deadline for Splendors of the Mediterranean: Italy & Greece with EF Tours, the last travel opportunity for the 2023-2024 school year, is fast approaching.
- Summer: Splendors of the Mediterranean: Italy & Greece with EF Tours: Enrollment deadline is Saturday, February 10, 2024.
We are in the final stages of confirming itineraries for Spring Break 2025. Japan is open for enrollment. Options to Peru and a combination tour that includes Switzerland, Italy, France & Spain will open for enrollment in the coming weeks.
- Spring Break 2025: Japan: Land of the Rising Sun with EF Tours: Open for enrollment
EF’s Global Citizen Scholarship Fund offers $1000 scholarships.
Please contact Ka Makani Travel Coordinator Adrienne White (awhite@hpa.edu) for information on registration and eligibility.
Residential Life
Today, the HPA Upper School had the opportunity to engage in one of our greatest traditions- the annual International Day! This day is especially important for our boarding community, as all of our international students help put on the events of the day in one way or another- leading workshops about cultural aspects of their home, cooking favorite recipes from home to share with the whole school, or presenting dances and musical performances for the whole school in the afternoon. A truly special day, we say a sincere and enthusiastic “Thank You!” to all of our international students, their helpers in the community, and the many faculty who also work throughout the day to make sure the event is a success! If you would like more information about this special day, you can review the communication from Mr. Jeffrey Mix, our International Student Coordinator, that was sent out on Monday, January 29, here.
Ka Makani Athletics
Here’s the updated winter athletics schedule and weekly schedule for our winter sports season. GO KA MAKANI! You can also access the athletics schedule on the myHPA calendar.
College Counseling
Paying for College: Financial Aid & Scholarships
FAFSA
All U.S. families wishing to be considered for federal need-based financial aid must submit the 2024-2025 FAFSA, which was released on December 31, 2023. Both student and parent must register and receive a FAFSA ID. Please reach out to us at college@hpa.edu with any questions.
CSS PROFILE
Many private colleges and universities also require the CSS Profile as part of the financial aid application process. A complete list of colleges that require the CSS Profile is available at CSS Participating Institutions.
TAKITANI SCHOLARSHIP
Applications are now being accepted for the 2024 Mamoru and Aiko Takitani Foundation Scholarship, which awards $3000 to one HPA senior. Students can visit the Takitani Scholarship Application for details and eligibility requirements. The deadline for students to submit the online application, as well as the printed application and supporting documents to College Counseling is February 8, 2024.
Hawaiʻi Community Foundation Scholarships
HPA students with US citizenship can become eligible for hundreds of regional scholarships by completing the scholarship application at the Hawai’i Community Foundation. The application deadline is on Wednesday, February 29, 2024, at 4 pm. Families must complete the FAFSA to be eligible for scholarships through the Hawaiʻi Community Foundation.
Hawaiʻi Community Federal Credit Union Scholarships
The Hawaiʻi Community Federal Credit Union also offers a number of scholarships for Hawaiʻi Island students. The HCFCU scholarship application is due Monday, March 4, 2023.
Other College Scholarships
Seniors can find information regarding several other college scholarships by looking in their “Drive” folder in their Scoir accounts, where College Counseling regularly uploads scholarship opportunities. Students can also search for national college scholarships using one of the many online search engines available such as Fastweb.
Important Reminders for Seniors Who Have Submitted College Applications
Congratulations to the many seniors who have submitted their first college applications! It has been a pleasure working with you and seeing your high-quality applications and the thoughtful essays you have created. Moving forward, here are a few important reminders:
- Check your email regularly. Applicants usually receive an email from each college to which they have applied with the status of their application or instructions for setting up an online application portal. If you have not received an email from a college within two weeks of applying, please follow up with the college or reach out to us for assistance.
- If applicable, send your official test scores (ACT, SAT, TOEFL, and/or DuoLingo) to all of the colleges for which you’d like test scores to be part of your application.
- If you would like to be considered for need-based financial aid, please make sure your family has submitted the CSS Profile if it is required by any of the colleges to which you have applied. The FAFSA, which is required for all U.S. citizens or eligible noncitizens applying for need-based financial aid, will be available on December 31, 2023.
- Please remember that the deadline for requesting your college counselor to review any additional essays is December 15.
- It is very important that you update your “applying” and “applied” columns in Scoir as you add colleges and submit your applications. This will ensure that all of your school materials are submitted by college counseling in a timely fashion.
Keep up the great work! Stop by anytime or contact us at college@hpa.edu with questions.
Online Test Prep
HPA will again partner with Tutors Across America to provide a Virtual ACT/SAT Test Prep Boot Camp from Friday, February 16, through Sunday, February 18, 2024. This course is online only.
The Boot Camp has been designed with a focus on 11th graders, although 10th graders are welcome to participate. For 10th graders, this course will serve as early preparation for the PSAT in October and any future SAT/ACT testing.
Please see this link for detailed information regarding dates and times and how to enroll.
Past Email Communications
All past email communications can be accessed by visiting the Upper School Family Resources tile on myHPA and scrolling down to ‘Past Email Communications, 2023-2024’.
myHPA
myHPA is where you can find all the resources related to your child’s learning. Two key resource boards that we would like to draw your attention to are the ‘Upper School Family Resources and the ‘Upper School Student Resources.
All-School
Need to know information for our entire Ka Makani ʻohana.
Admissions
Re-enrollment to HPA for the 2024-25 Academic Year is soon underway!
The re-enrollment period is off and rolling with all eligible students having their enrollment agreement in myHPA! Secure your child’s space for the 2024-2025 academic year before the February 15 deadline.
To be considered fully re-enrolled at HPA, we ask that you submit your child’s completed enrollment agreement, and pay the tuition deposit by Thursday, February 15. This secures your child’s enrollment for the 2024-2025 academic year.
If you have not yet, please be sure to review this important email from our Head of School with additional information about the re-enrollment process and other important details.
We look forward to this time of the academic year and welcome any questions at admissions@hpa.edu
Advancement & Alumni
Be our Valentine!
Join us for an afternoon of shopping, champagne, and fun, in support of the HPA Fund! Tiare Rose – located at the Shops at Mauna Lani – is hosting our HPA ʻohana for a private shopping event on Sunday, February 4, from 2:00 to 5:00 pm. Treat yourself (or someone you love) to something special — clothing, accessories, jewelry, and more!
Mahalo nui to Kim Castellano P ‘34 for generously opening up her store for this special event. Fifty percent of all full-price purchases will be donated to the HPA Fund. Come sip and shop for the Fund!
Please RSVP by Thursday, February 1 — we hope to see you there!
Health & Wellness
Mahalo to Katelin Cavens, HPA senior, for arranging Dr. Kimo Alameda as a guest speaker during this week’s Upper School Assembly. Dr. Alameda presented on drug awareness and fentanyl poisoning and prevention.
Ulumau & Ulu Mālama Gardens of HPA
Join us in the garden! We have planned several upcoming community workdays to learn and grow together. All are welcome, please use this link to sign up or email wquayle@hpa.edu or lprutow@hpa.edu with any questions.
Isaacs Art Center
Isaacs Art Center is free and open to the public, Monday through Friday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, and on Saturdays by appointment. Gallery works for sale may also be viewed on our website. Be sure to also visit our Instagram and Facebook pages for highlights from ongoing exhibitions. Sales from gallery artwork have supported the HPA Financial Aid program since its opening in 2004.
Safety Protocols
Campus Access
During this time, campus access is limited to current students, employees, essential contractors, and approved guests — all of whom have completed a daily thermal/symptom check and a screening questionnaire. Guests to campus will have had their hosting faculty or staff member fill out the appropriate form and will have received permission from their supervisor.
Should a student’s family member need a meeting with a faculty, staff, or administrative team member, kindly contact them so that they can apply to have you come to campus. From that point, security team members will be alerted to your appointment date and time and let you onto campus.
At the Upper School, please do not park and walk onto campus without an appointment. Similarly, at the Village Campus, kindly call or email for an appointment so that arrangements can be made. Mahalo for your understanding and respect for this process.
If you See Something, Say Something
We ask all families to join HPA in keeping our campus safe. While on the HPA campus, if you see anything out of the ordinary, we ask that you please report it to the school or local authorities immediately. This will help us maintain the safest campus for our students.
• Imminent threat to life or property: call 911 immediately and email Mark Noetzel at mnoetzel@hpa.edu
• Anything out of the ordinary: email Mark Noetzel at mnoetzel@hpa.edu
CrisisGo for Parents
It is important that all families are set up with CrisisGo, HPA’s school emergency communication tool. To set up a CrisisGo SMS/Email subscription, please click on this invitation link and complete the form by adding your name, email, and cell number (this is an important step if you would like to receive an SMS message) and click on the Subscribe button. Should an emergency occur, you will be alerted by email and SMS messaging. You can also locate these instructions by logging into myHPA, clicking on the resource tab, and selecting the CrisisGo Safe2SpeakUp tile.
Safe2SPeakUp for Middle and Upper Students
Similarly, Middle and Upper School students received instructions during orientation on how to upload the Safe2SpeakUp app. This is a companion app to CrisisGo. It will allow the school to alert students of emergencies that happen on or off campus and enable students to communicate with us about their safety status. They can also use the app to alert the school about any behaviors they are concerned about. Students can also locate instructions on setting up Safe2SpeakUp in myHPA, and they were also emailed the video shown at orientation which walks them through the process of uploading the app and registering, step-by-step.
All students can also submit an Online Bully/Harassment report by clicking on this link, which can also be located on the CrisisGo Safe2SpeakUp tile on myHPA.
myHPA Resource Boards
Past HPA communications and other important information can be found on myHPA. We are continuing to make updates to our student and parent resource boards, so please be sure to visit them regularly.