Week of 11/8/24
What's Happening at HPA This Week?
Message from the Head of School
Aloha HPA ʻohana,
This week I want to tell you about a close and significant race. No, not that race. I’m talking about the girls HHSAA State Cross-Country Championships. A truly special moment that personifies why we do what we do.
Last weekend on Maui, our girls cross country team found a magical, yet familiar, recipe to secure another state championship for HPA. This time, in a fashion that has truly never been done. Well, at least in Hawaiʻi.
Scoring in cross-country is not like any other sport. I lean on our experts like Dr. R and some others in the industry to put into perspective what occurred on Saturday. Both historically and mathematically speaking, it was the rarest of rare occurrences, with three different teams finishing the race with 43 points, tied (tie, tie, tie?!).
Here is the beautiful part — the part that connects our foundations of Core Values, commitment to process, belief in participation, and why we value unity, selflessness, and team-first attitudes so much… In cross-country, when teams have the same score at the end of the race, it is the 6th and then if necessary, 7th runner’s finish that is the deciding factor. This tie-breaking determination was unbeknownst to all the runners and fans until it was announced at the awards ceremony. In this race, on this day — HPA’s 6th and 7th runners finished ahead of the other schools’ 6th runners, giving us our 6th state championship in what is becoming a storied history.
From HPA great’s and cross-country program builders with names like Shutes, Conley, Franklin, and Higgins — Coach Huebert-Sanchez continued to cultivate the concept of team. This year’s team exemplified this commitment with over 30 runners at each meet, with different race leaders, different individual scorers, but with often the same winning outcomes at each race. The best part, and this goes with the tradition and the simplicity, these student-athletes are special because they work hard and work together. If asked, I don’t believe any would even identify themselves as a cross-country runner, yet they were a part of a special moment in state cross-country history. I believe it was because they believed. They believed in the process. Bought in and brought home a state championship!
In our opening staff meetings and again at our first parent open house, Kumu Pualani and Kumu Kūwalu shared the history of Waimea. They highlight the lore of the native Hawaiian runners, particularly the Kīpuʻupuʻu warriors of Waimea on Hawaiʻi Island, as both powerful and inspiring. These warriors were named after the cold, sharp rain—kīpuʻupuʻu—that sweeps across the Waimea hills, cutting through the area with fierce strength and chill. Just as this rain was swift and relentless, so were the Kīpuʻupuʻu warriors renowned for their speed, stamina, and resilience. Sounds like our cross-country team? Yep, sure does!
It makes so much sense that HPA’s early days of athletic success started with running. We are grinders, mudders, runners — shoot, every step we take is either uphill or downhill all day long! Our place shapes toughness and determination. Our folks learn to stay connected and give effort not for themselves, but for the greater good of the team. No metaphor needed this week. This stuff is Disney-worthy. Well, at least the focus of this week’s ASB. It is with deep pride that I share this story as it is less about the prize and more about the process – but the prize sure is fun!!
Lastly, I want to call attention to and give the utmost respect to our veterans, who we celebrate on Monday, for their service in ensuring our safety and security to pursue excellence in education. Mahalo for your service!
Enjoy a wonder-filled weekend, and if you are near Waimea, try to come over to Shrek the Musical or check out the live-stream, it promises to be ogre-at night!
Happy Aloha Friday! Have a great weekend!
Gratefully,
Fred Wawner
Head of School
Links:
Lower School Student-Parent Handbook, 2024-2025
Middle School Student-Parent Handbook, 2024-2025
Upper School Student-Parent Handbook, 2024-2025
Upper School Harassment and Sexual Misconduct Policy
Upper School Honor Code & Pledge
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School Bulletins for the Week of 11/8/24
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!
The chill in the air, the cozy sweatshirts, the misty rainbows – it is Makahiki season! Always a special time at the Lower School, our community looks forward to our Makahiki games, community gatherings, opportunities to give, and of course our Thanksgiving holiday break. With students deep in their academic work, our learning is often connected to the changing seasons (pumpkin and moon studies, for example). Thank you for prioritizing these learning days and saving vacations and trips for when school is not in session.
Our week began with a beautifully full Assembly, focused on the Core Value of Integrity. What does it mean to have integrity? What does it mean to have moral courage? Our students explored and answered these questions with wisdom and curiosity, then took a few mindful moments to visualize themselves strengthening and honing their ability to do what is right, even when no one is looking.
This week’s Student Spotlight performers worked hard the last few weeks to prepare their assembly pieces for us (congratulations to 3rd graders Pihana and Lana, and 2nd graders, Genevieve, and Camilla!!). 1st-grade students talked about their beautiful study, Ke Ala o ka Mahina (and performed an inspiring chant), and a major highlight was our library election results! With huge thanks to Mrs. Tarnas, our K-8 Librarian, student representatives shared the many weeks of learning that took place in our Lynn Taylor Library, where students practiced civil discourse, discussed the qualities of a great leader, and voted for their favorite literary characters to be class president. With great ceremony and enthusiasm, we shared the following winners!
Closing out our Assembly were announcements by Mrs. Hustace, and Mrs. Prutow-McKenna, who reminded everyone about our Art, Garden, and Music learning collaboration and fundraising event, our now annual, Pinch Pot Harvest Fȇte.
Thank you to the many families who have already donated to our Student Council initiated endeavor, the Lahaina Librairies Coin Campaign. Every penny counts and we thank you in advance for your generosity!
Looking ahead to this Saturday, we want to wish our Village Campus Robotics Team all the best as they participate in the Robotics Qualifying Tournament at Kealakehe High School. Go Ka Makani!!
Me ke aloha pumehana,
Dora Kwong
Lower School Principal
Schedule
Our K-5 classes continue with in-person instruction on our Village Campus on Monday, November 11.
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
• Monday, November 11, to Monday, November 25: Lahaina Libraries Coin Campaign
• Friday, November 15, at 3:15 to 5:00 pm: Pinch Pot Harvest Fȇte, Ulumau Garden
• Wednesday, November 27 to Friday, November 29: Thanksgiving Break, no classes grades K-12
• Monday, December 2: Lower and Middle Schools Faculty Work Day, no classes grades K-8
Grade the Grub!
Please fill out this survey to help HPA and Flik provide the best food service possible. Mahalo!
HPA Scholarships for 2025-26 School Year Now Open
In addition to Financial Aid, HPA is able to offer very limited scholarship opportunities for students in grades 9-12: The Kūlia Scholarship, The HPA Faculty Big Island Scholarship, and The Hoʻomau Scholarship. Eligibility requirements, details, and deadlines are available on the HPA website: https://www.hpa.edu/special-scholarships/.
Kīpona Scholarships
Kīpona Scholarships for the 2025-26 school year are open now through December 1. Offered through Kamehameha Schools, eligible applicants must be entering grade 6 or 9 (current 5th and 8th graders), and be a Hawai‘i resident. (Lived continuously in Hawai‘i for at least 12 months of application date.) More details and the application are available here. Current Kīpona Scholarship recipients must reapply by December 1.
It is with great pride that we officially announce the beginning of a truly momentous occasion — our 75th anniversary! Throughout this school year, we will celebrate together and invite you to join us in remembering that we are all — alumni, students, parents, faculty and friends — Ka Makani. Take a stroll through our historical timeline, meet just a few of the many Ka Makani who make us proud, and read about our vision for the future in the 75th Anniversary feature just launched on our website. There, you will also find information about planned gatherings for the year ahead, and have a chance to pre-order our very special 75th anniversary aloha wear collection. Make sure to follow us on Instagram @HawaiiPrep to stay in the loop about all of the festivities.
Student Support
Ms. Baydo (K-8 School Counselor) rbaydo@hpa.edu and Mr. Ludes (K-8 Learning Specialist) jludes@hpa.edu are available to discuss and support social-emotional and academic concerns for your child(ren). Please connect with them via email.
After School Program, K-5
Please email our Director of After School Programs, Mrs. Mele DeMille (mdemille@hpa.edu), if you would like your child to attend. You may refer to this email for our Lower School families with more information.
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, 2024-2025.
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 Michael Cservenak 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, Michael Cservenak
Aloha Middle School families,
This past week has been a vibrant showcase of student talent and hands-on learning! Our 2D Art students had the honor of seeing their artwork on display at the Hawaiʻi Nei Art Exhibition in Hilo, an exciting opportunity to share their creativity with the larger community. Meanwhile, our Handbell students participated in their yearly retreat at the Upper Campus Davies Memorial Chapel, immersing themselves in music and fellowship. Our 6th-grade Experiential Learning program took learning on the road with a spirited game of Spikeball at Hāpuna Beach as part of hands-on PE. With our upcoming Makahiki Games and academic deadlines, HPA Middle School is keeping our students fully engaged in the dynamic world of learning and exploration.
I’m also proud to announce the reboot of our Middle School Student Ambassador Program! Last week, students began their first training session, preparing to assist at our Admissions Open House on Wednesday, November 13, and to serve as tour guides for interested families throughout the school year. This real-world experience will help them develop skills for potential ambassador roles at the Upper Campus in the future.
During our Middle School Assembly today, our students enjoyed a viewing of the student-produced Hiki NŌ documentary featuring our K-8 Capstone Coordinator, Mr. Dagan Bernstein. You can view the video here (Mr. Bernstein is featured about 20 minutes in) The screening was followed by a special, live musical performance from Mr. Bernstein himself—a true highlight. I am reminded daily that HPA Middle School is blessed with extraordinary talent in both our faculty and students alike!
I wish you a restful weekend and hope you enjoy the beauty of our incredible community.
Me ka mahalo nui,
Michael Cservenak
Middle School Principal
Schedule
Our Middle School 2024-2025 Daily Schedule continues with in-person instruction on our Village Campus on Monday, November 11.
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, November 15, at 3:15 to 5:00 pm: Pinch Pot Harvest Fȇte, Ulumau Garden
• Wednesday, November 27 to Friday, November 29: Thanksgiving Break, no classes grades K-12
• Monday, December 2: Lower and Middle Schools Faculty Work Day, no classes grades K-8
Grade the Grub!
Please fill out this survey to help HPA and Flik provide the best food service possible. Mahalo!
HPA Scholarships for 2025-26 School Year Now Open
In addition to Financial Aid, HPA is able to offer very limited scholarship opportunities for students in grades 9-12: The Kūlia Scholarship, The HPA Faculty Big Island Scholarship, and The Hoʻomau Scholarship. Eligibility requirements, details, and deadlines are available on the HPA website: .https://www.hpa.edu/special-scholarships/.
Kīpona Scholarships
Kīpona Scholarships for the 2025-26 school year are open now through December 1. Offered through Kamehameha Schools, eligible applicants must be entering grade 6 or 9 (current 5th and 8th graders), and be a Hawai‘i resident. (Lived continuously in Hawai‘i for at least 12 months of application date.) More details and the application are available here. Current Kīpona Scholarship recipients must reapply by December 1.
It is with great pride that we officially announce the beginning of a truly momentous occasion — our 75th anniversary! Throughout this school year, we will celebrate together and invite you to join us in remembering that we are all — alumni, students, parents, faculty and friends — Ka Makani. Take a stroll through our historical timeline, meet just a few of the many Ka Makani who make us proud, and read about our vision for the future in the 75th Anniversary feature just launched on our website. There, you will also find information about planned gatherings for the year ahead, and have a chance to pre-order our very special 75th anniversary aloha wear collection. Make sure to follow us on Instagram @HawaiiPrep to stay in the loop about all of the festivities.
Student Support
Please remember that we will be outside as much as possible during lunch and recess, so a rain jacket for light rains and a pareo or small beach towel for picnicking will be great to have at school. Students should also bring a water bottle to school each day.
Ms. Baydo (K-8 School Counselor) rbaydo@hpa.edu and Mr. Ludes (K-8 Learning Specialist) jludes@hpa.edu are available to discuss and support social-emotional and academic concerns for your child(ren). Please connect with them via email.
After School Program, Grades 6-8
Please email our Director of After School Programs, Mrs. Mele DeMille (mdemille@hpa.edu) if you would like your child to attend. You may refer to this email for our Middle School families for more information.
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, 2024-2025’.
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
Each week, our Upper School leadership team provides valuable insight into campus culture while sharing updates with 9-12 day and Residential Life students and parents on everything taking place, from academics to athletics and the arts.
From the desk of your Upper School leadership team
Aloha Upper School families,
Last week’s Spirit Week brought such energy and joy to our campus, and it was a delight to see students and educators alike fully immersed in the fun of dressing up and showing their school spirit. This weekend promises even more excitement as many of our talented students bring the story of Shrek (see below for more details) to life on stage—a show that’s sure to be a fantastic experience for all involved!
This week, teachers have worked on advisory reports, which will be shared with families next Wednesday along with course updates on myHPA. These reports provide valuable insights into each student’s growth, helping us reflect on their unique journeys as we approach the end of the semester.
With just four weeks before finals, our students are focusing on their studies and making intentional choices about their academic journey. This brings to mind a quote that has guided me throughout my career: “Have a good day, or not, the choice is yours.” This simple yet profound message reminds us of the power we have to choose our responses to life’s events, big and small.
Our students face choices every day that build the foundation for their future success. When the path is clear—whether by completing assignments, engaging in class discussions, or embracing learning—they are laying down bricks of confidence and understanding. Then there are times when the road ahead feels more challenging—when a lesson seems out of reach, a grade misses the mark, or the way forward is uncertain. It is precisely in these moments that students learn the values of perseverance, courage, and grit. They come to realize that each hardship is an opportunity to choose growth, seek help, and keep going, knowing they are building skills that will serve them long into the future.
Mahalo nui for supporting our students as they navigate these meaningful moments. I hope you find time to talk with your students about the choices they are making and the growth they are experiencing. As educators, we are grateful for each of these opportunities to develop grace and grit, helping to prepare our students to meet life’s challenges with curiosity and resilience.
Upcoming dates to remember:
- Thanksgiving Break: Wednesday, November 27 – Friday, November 29
- All-Class Review Day: Friday, December 6
Final Exam schedule:
- Monday, December 9 – A Block (8:30 – 10:30 am) and B Block (12:30 – 2:30 pm) finals
- Tuesday, December 10 – C Block (8:30 – 10:30 am) and D Block (12:30 – 2:30 pm) finals
- Wednesday, December 11 – E Block (8:30 – 10:30 am) and F Block (12:30 – 2:30 pm) finals
- Thursday, December 12 – G Block (8:30 – 10:30 am) and Make-Up Block (12:30 – 2:30 pm) finals
- Winter Break: Friday, December 13 – Monday, January 6
- Second Semester Begins: Tuesday, January 7, 2025
Mahalo again for your ongoing support and partnership as we guide our students through these last few weeks of the semester. The road ahead may be clear or challenging, but every choice strengthens our foundation of resilience—day by day, choice by choice.
With gratitude,
Amanda Aragon
Upper School Curriculum and Instruction Coordinator
Schedule
Our Upper School 2024-2025 Daily Schedule will resume as an ʻUla day with in-person instruction on our Upper Campus on Monday, November 11.
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
• Thursday, November 7 – Saturday, November 9 at 7:00 pm: Shrek the Musical, Gates Performing Arts Center
• Sunday, November 10 at 2:00 pm: Shrek the Musical, Gates Performing Arts Center
• Wednesday, November 27 to Friday, November 29: Thanksgiving Break, no classes grades K-12
Grade the Grub!
Please fill out this survey to help HPA and Flik provide the best food service possible. Mahalo!
HPA Scholarships for 2025-26 School Year Now Open
In addition to Financial Aid, HPA is able to offer very limited scholarship opportunities for students in grades 9-12: The Kūlia Scholarship, The HPA Faculty Big Island Scholarship, and The Hoʻomau Scholarship. Eligibility requirements, details, and deadlines are available on the HPA website: https://www.hpa.edu/special-scholarships/.
It is with great pride that we officially announce the beginning of a truly momentous occasion — our 75th anniversary! Throughout this school year, we will celebrate together and invite you to join us in remembering that we are all — alumni, students, parents, faculty and friends — Ka Makani. Take a stroll through our historical timeline, meet just a few of the many Ka Makani who make us proud, and read about our vision for the future in the 75th Anniversary feature just launched on our website. There, you will also find information about planned gatherings for the year ahead, and have a chance to pre-order our very special 75th anniversary aloha wear collection. Make sure to follow us on Instagram @HawaiiPrep to stay in the loop about all of the festivities.
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.
Student Life
Ka Makani Athletics
We’re gearing up for our winter season! Here’s the winter athletic schedule and the current fall weekly schedule. GO KA MAKANI! You can also access the athletics schedule on the myHPA calendar.
Student Life
Don’t forget to come check out Shrek the Musical at GPAC this weekend! Fall in love all ogre again with this family-friendly musical tale. Performances are November 8, and 9 at 7:00 pm and November 10 at 2:00 pm.
Tickets are free for HPA students & staff.
You can catch the Friday night live stream performance here.
Or Saturday night’s live stream performance here.
Need to Meet with a Teacher or Administrator?
As a reminder, HPA is a closed campus, so if a parent or guardian wishes to come to campus during the academic day, they will need an appointment with one or more of the following:
- Upper School Office (upperschool@hpa.edu)
- US Administrative Assistant, Līhau Wengler-Ioane (lihau@hpa.edu)
- Assistant Head of School for Upper School, Mark Noetzel (hpaus@hpa.edu)
- Curriculum & Instruction Coordinator: Dr. Amanda Aragon, aaragon@hpa.edu
- Capstone Program Coordinator: Pualani Lincoln Maielua ‘01, plincolnmaielua@hpa.edu
- Athletics: Steve Perry (sperry@hpa.edu)
- Extra-curricular programs: Kaʻai Spencer (jspencer@hpa.edu)
- Student’s Advisor
- Student Life Center (studentlife@hpa.edu)
- Health Services (infirmary@hpa.edu)
Ka Makani Travel: Last call for Spring Break in Japan!
Ka Makani Travel, HPA’s student travel program, is offering four trips for the 2024-25 school year:
- Spring Break 2025 – Japan: Land of the Rising Sun with EF Tours, the deadline to enroll is November 8, 2024 → limited space available
- Spring Break 2025 – The Alps and the Mediterranean Coast with EF Tours; the deadline to enroll is November 8, 2024 → March 2026, $400 early booking discount applied, available for enrollments before November 15, 2024
Please contact Ka Makani Travel Coordinator Adrienne White (awhite@hpa.edu) for information on registration, eligibility, and travel grants.
Whom to Contact at HPA
If you are unsure who to contact regarding a specific question or issue, please refer to our Whom to Contact guide.
Residential Life
Travel Reminders
Please be sure to review this important travel reminder as we prepare for upcoming holiday breaks.
Thanksgiving Break 2024
Flight Itineraries due: November 11, 2024
Departures: Flights should not depart before 6:00 pm on Tuesday, November 26. Transportation starts after 3:00 pm on Tuesday, November 26, through Wednesday, November 27.
Arrivals: Transportation from the airport will be all day on Sunday, December 1.
Winter Break 2024
Flight Itineraries due: November 11, 2024
Departures: Flights should not depart before 6:00 pm on Thursday, December 12. Transportation starts after 3:00 pm on Thursday, December 12, through noon on Saturday, December 14, when the dorms close for the break.
Arrivals: Transportation from the airport will be all day on Sunday, January 5, and Monday, January 6, 2025.
College Counseling
College Visits: Wednesday, November 13 – Friday, November 15
Wednesday, November 13: University of Hawaii at Manoa (Honolulu, HI) 11:45 am – 12:15 pm
Thursday, November 14: University of Portland (Portland, OR) 11:45 am – 12:15 pm
Friday, November 15: Whittier College (Whittier, CA) 11:45 am – 12:15 pm
Schedule an Individual Check-in Meeting
Mr. Kelsey and Mrs. Montgomery are available for individual check-in meetings. Please click below to select a 30-minute time slot for an individual appointment with your assigned counselor. All meetings will be in the College Counseling Center.
If you are a new senior, or are unsure of your assigned counselor, please contact us directly at college@hpa.edu.
Register for the SAT and/or ACT and Test Prep (if appropriate)
We will offer the following SAT and ACT tests at HPA. Seniors register and pay for these tests by logging on to their College Board or ACT accounts and paying with a credit card. Listed below are the fall test dates that will be offered on the HPA Upper Campus this fall.
SAT Dates – Fall 2024
- Saturday, December 7 (registration deadline November 22)
ACT Dates – Fall 2024
- Saturday, December 14 (registration deadline November 18)
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, 2024-2025’.
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
HPA Open Houses for all three divisions are a wonderful opportunity to learn more about becoming a part of the Ka Makani ʻohana. Please spread the word to your friends and family who are interested and encourage them to attend!
Upper School, November 11, 8:30 am to 12:00 pm
Middle School, November 13, 2:30 to 4:00 pm
We are accepting applications for the 2025-2026 academic year! We are excited to welcome the new season of admissions! Be sure to apply for a sibling and share it with your friends and family. Returning students and families will receive information about re-enrollment early next year.
Our admissions team is on the road in a variety of locations locally and around the world to meet up with prospective students, parents, alumni, and more! We look forward to many good times together as we dive into the new school year. Mahalo for your partnership and enthusiasm for HPA!
Advancement & Alumni
We look forward to seeing many of you on Saturday, November 23, for this festive evening for Financial Aid! For those of you who won’t make it this year, you will be missed! We hope to see you next year, and in the meantime — you can join in by making a gift in support of Financial Aid during this season of giving and gratitude. E Alu Mai!
Auxiliary Services
For students who ride the Hele-On Bus to school each day, HPA will offer a shuttle for the Route 76 Green Line bus that arrives at approximately 8:20 am. The shuttle will be parked at the bus stop just past the Waiaka Bridge on Kawaihae Road. For questions or more information, you can contact Auxiliary Services at 808-881-4041 or email auxiliary@hpa.edu.
Health and Wellness
We are asking that everyone routinely assess themselves for symptoms of illness — which can be mild, so please pay close attention. If you or your child(ren) develop any symptoms of illness, contact your healthcare provider and HPA Health Services at vcinfirmary@hpa.edu (Village Campus) or infirmary@hpa.edu (Upper Campus). Please keep your child(ren) home until they are no longer sick.
ʻOhana Association
Wā Pilina ʻOhana Series
Mahalo to those of you who were able to join us for our ti-leaf lei making workshop. We have two more Wā Pilina ʻOhana series events coming up before the end of this semester:
Experience Puʻukoholā field trip
History of Parker Ranch presentation
Wā Pilina is an invitation for HPA ‘Ohana to learn and connect through mo’olelo, immersive experiences and stewardship opportunities, guided by Kumu Kūwalu and Waimea kūpuna.
Through attending the Wā Pilina series, HPA parents will:
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Share in learning of their children about Hawaiian culture and place
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Visit and connect to the special places within and surrounding Waimea in a manner that is rooted in respect
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Learn the history of Waimea and Hawai’i
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Connect with other HPA parents and the wider community
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Develop the skills and practices to integrate more deeply in the community
Our ʻOhana Association hosts a variety of events and activities for our school community throughout the year. As parents of HPA, you are automatically part of the ʻOhana Association. There are many ways to participate, and we encourage everyone to get involved. It is a great way to meet your fellow parents and support our amazing Ka Makani community. Mark your calendar for these upcoming events, and be sure to email ohana@hpa.edu with any questions, or to find out what volunteer opportunities are available!
Isaacs Art Center
Become a Docent at the Isaacs Art Center
As we continue to grow and expand our outreach, we are looking for passionate individuals to join our team of volunteer docents. We are particularly in need of docents on Tuesdays and Thursdays. If you or someone you know has a love for art and education and would like to contribute to our mission, we would be thrilled to have you on board.
This is a unique opportunity to engage with the art and culture of Hawai‘i, connect with our community, and make a meaningful impact.
If you’re interested or know someone who might be, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We would love to discuss how you can be a part of this special endeavor.
Thank you for considering this opportunity to support the Isaacs Art Center and the Hawai‘i Preparatory Academy community.
Isaacs Art Center is free and open to the public, Tuesday through Friday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, and on Saturdays from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. 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 family member of a student 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 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.