Week of 5/30/25
What's Happening at HPA This Week?
Message from the Head of School
Aloha HPA ʻohana,
Another school year has come to a close, and I find myself wondering as I do each May, where did the time go?! The typical hustle of our vibrant campuses has been replaced by the hush of faculty finalizing grades and staff wrapping up projects as we all collectively bid adieu to this academic year while also beginning to look ahead at what’s coming up in the fall.
For the last few years, I have had the privilege and pleasure of addressing our HPA community during our Commencement Exercises. Last week, I had the opportunity to share my thoughts with our Class of 2025 and reflect on some important lessons I have learned since my family made Hawaiʻi Island our home 16 years ago— specifically, what I have come to understand about their chosen Olympics element of fire and the cultural significance of the native ʻiliʻahi (Hawaiian sandalwood) tree.
At the previous Sunday’s cultural ceremony, I sat quietly and observed the senior class’s group dynamics one last time. They were respectful, grateful, and connected. Dressed in their senior class shirts with fire symbols on the back, I thought of the many connections each of them has to our school community. The power of this group is not actually in the bright, flashy, hot flames that we visualize when we think of fire. Their power is much stronger, more deliberate… slower to develop, but more importantly, built to last, to endure, to thrive.
As I shared with our graduates, the ʻiliʻahi tree provides wind breaks for our campus from the eastern trade winds. These trees grow slowly and with quiet strength. Its name combines ʻili (meaning surface or skin) and ʻahi (meaning fire), evoking the image of a tree whose essence lies just beneath the surface, holding warmth, purpose, and deep value. Sandalwood is known not only for its sweet fragrance, but for the way it lives — drawing sustenance through deep, symbiotic connections with the plants around it. It does not grow in isolation. It reminds us that true learning — like true growth — takes time and is enriched by the relationships and environments we nurture.
I wished for our seniors that, as they leave HPA and step into the next chapter of their lives, may they embody the spirit of ʻiliʻahi. Let their learning be slow and steady, rooted in curiosity and connected to purpose. Like ʻahi — the fire within — keep their passion for wonder alive… a spark beneath the surface that fuels everything they do. Remain grounded in their values, aware of their impact, and open to the wisdom that surrounds them. They — nor any of us — do not need to have all the answers today. Learning is a lifelong journey, and like ʻiliʻahi, their gifts will deepen, strengthen, and grow more meaningful with time.
I then pointed to now, as a time of transition, a time to move on, to venture out, and to share these genuine qualities with others. When they pack their bags, they actually won’t need much. I encouraged them to travel light. In a documentary about a famous pilgrimage in Spain that thousands have trekked, one particular hiker who had several successful journeys stated that when we load up our backpacks with extra items — we are simply filling our bags with fear. Don’t be scared, don’t overpack — they have all they need right inside.
I gently let our seniors know that pretty soon, ʻUla and Mamo days will turn into regular Mondays and Tuesdays. They won’t be walking up our infamous hills or gathering together for HPA assemblies and speeches — in fact, attendance will be up to them. But I reminded them that when things get a little unsettling, if they found themselves a little off course or just a little unsure of their way — they need just take a minute. I encouraged them to imagine themselves back here on campus. To find their ʻiliʻahi tree. Be that fire that burns slowly and assuredly for all to connect with.
In our 75th year, our Class of 2025 is another incredible group of students who leave a special legacy and a strong foundation on which HPA will continue to build. We appreciate them, and all of you, for all the ways they have cared for each other, for this school, and for this place.
In a time of much uncertainty, I have never been more certain of our inspiring mission and the strength and commitment of our people. Mahalo for another magnificent year. We are so grateful for your partnership, and we look forward to welcoming all our returning students and families back in the fall.
I wish you a wonder-filled and rejuvenating summer!
Gratefully,
Fred Wawner
Head of School
School Bulletins for the Week of 5/30/25
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!
As we reach the end of another incredible school year, we reflect with gratitude on the growth, discovery, and countless memorable moments we’ve experienced together. The final days of school are always rich with emotion as we look back on all that the children have accomplished over the past ten months.
Our last day of school was once again marked by our beloved Lower School Gratitude Assembly. Fifth graders honored the faculty and staff who have shaped their Lower School learning journeys with handmade cards and a gift of song. Watching our oldest Lower School students model their heartfelt gratitude was a powerful milestone and a meaningful teaching and learning moment for the entire division. We are proud of our rising 6th graders, who led our final assembly of the 2024–2025 school year with poise and purpose, including guiding our oli and mindfulness practice. We wish them great success as they continue their journey into Middle School.
As the Village Campus settles into a different rhythm, our dedicated teachers are hard at work together — writing student reports and engaging in professional development to deepen their craft. We are grateful for their ongoing commitment to reflection, growth, and excellence in teaching. Later this week, we will share information about when Lower School reports will be available on myHPA. These reports provide insight into your child’s progress, strengths, and areas for continued growth. We encourage you to review them together as a family — to celebrate accomplishments and begin setting goals for the year ahead.
As we head into summer, we know that technology use will naturally increase for many students. Our K–8 EdTech Specialist, Mellon Monello, has curated a helpful set of resources for safe and balanced tech use for families. We encourage you to explore them as part of your summer planning.
We also want to share a story that illustrates how awareness and learning can truly make a difference. During one of our final assemblies, students learned about unexploded ordnance (UXO) and how to stay safe should they encounter one. One of our very own third graders, Emma S., recognized something she had seen before that resembled one of the images shown. Upon returning home, Emma told her mom, who took her back to the area — and it turned out to be a real UXO. We are so proud of Emma — for her attentiveness, initiative, and quick action. Read the full story here!
As we say aloha to this school year, we also share some Lower School transitions. Mrs. Carolyn White has officially retired after 25 years of devoted service at the Village Campus, and Mrs. Suzanne Robinson is moving off-island for new adventures. We are grateful to both for the gifts they have shared with our students and community. Our hiring committees remain thoughtfully engaged in the process of appointing a new 2nd-grade teacher, and we look forward to sharing updates with you once confirmations are made.
Please accept my warmest wishes to you and your ʻohana for a joyful and restful summer. May this season bring opportunities to recharge, explore, and make lasting memories with your children. We look forward to welcoming you back in the fall, ready for another year of learning, growth, and connection.
Mahalo nui loa for your continued partnership. It is a true honor to work alongside you in support of your wonderful children.
Me ke aloha pumehana,
Dora Kwong
Lower School Principal
Looking ahead to the 2025-2026 academic year
We are proudly marking 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.
Schedule
We have compiled a list of HPA Key Dates, 2025-2026, for your convenience. Please refer to the calendar in myHPA for the most up-to-date events. All events are subject to change.
Please note Intake Conferences, August 11 and 12, as an important time for you and your child to get to know your new grade level teacher prior to the first day of classes. Sign-up instructions will come from the Village Campus office later in the summer so you can choose the time slot that works best for your family.
Coming Up
• Sunday, August 10: Back-to-School Bash, all students and families Grades K-12; Upper Campus
• Monday, August 11 & Tuesday, August 12: Lower School and Middle School Intake Conferences, Grades K-8; Village Campus
• Wednesday, August 13: Lower School and Middle School First Day of School, Grades K-8; Village Campus
Food Feedback Survey
Please help us by completing this FLIK feedback survey about this year’s food service.
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.
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.
Summer at HPA
Ka Makani Keiki Camp
Lock in your summer plans! Open to grades K-5 — limited spots available!
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,
The 2024–25 school year came to a beautiful close, marked by meaningful moments of pilina (connection) within our school community. It was truly an honor to witness the culminating work of Kumu Kūwalu and the 8th-grade team as our students performed their transition hula and received recognition for embodying our Core Values. Mr. Brown closed the ceremony with a heartfelt reflection on the years of learning, adventure, and growth our students have experienced at the Village Campus — sending them forward with purpose and positivity.
As we move into summer, I’m energized by the work ahead with our faculty to thoughtfully prepare for the 2025–26 school year. One major area of focus is a clear and intentional shift toward becoming a fully phone-free school. While HPA Middle School has largely operated as a phone-free environment during the day, we are now working toward implementing a formal system that will ensure consistency, clarity, and positive outcomes for all students.
This shift is grounded in both experience and research. Over the past month, our faculty has engaged in rich dialogue, studied best practices from other schools, and reviewed a growing body of evidence. One highly recommended resource is Jonathan Haidt’s The Anxious Generation, which outlines compelling research supporting the benefits of phone-free learning environments — particularly for middle school-aged students. Feedback from families I’ve spoken with so far has been overwhelmingly supportive, and we’ll be sharing full implementation details over the summer. If you’d like to share your thoughts or have questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
As we wrap up the year, I’m thrilled to highlight a powerful, interdisciplinary experiential project led by Science teacher Alice Mitchell, EdTech Specialist Mellon Monello, and Library Specialist, Kristin Tarnas. In alignment with 7th-grade Next Gen Science Standards, students investigated the challenges facing reef systems and fish populations in the Hawaiian Archipelago. Their learning journey included a field experience at the Mega Lab in Hilo, followed by four weeks of interviews with global experts. Their final product? The “Saltwater Stories Podcast Series” — a series of student-created podcasts that reflect deep research, critical thinking, and authentic student voice. My words can’t quite do it justice—please take the time to explore their incredible work here: HPA Middle School Saltwater Stories Podcast Series
This work demonstrates our clear focus on place-based, project experiences for our students that use our Mālama Kaiāulu framework as the lens for authentic learning and exploration.
Mahalo for your partnership throughout this school year. I look forward to staying connected and building an even stronger year ahead. There is still room in HPA’s Summer Academies – sign up here.
Aloha always,
Michael Cservenak
Middle School Principal
Looking ahead to the 2025-2026 academic year
- HPA Key Dates, 2025-2026
- Middle School Summer 2025 Reading List
- Books are available for purchase at the Village Campus, email villagecampus@hpa.edu for more information
- Middle School Supply List
- Middle School Academic Schedule
We are proudly marking 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.
Schedule
We have compiled a list of HPA Key Dates, 2025-2026, for your convenience. Please refer to the calendar in myHPA for the most up-to-date events. All events are subject to change.
Please note Intake Conferences, August 11 and 12, as an important time for you and your child to get to know your new grade level teacher prior to the first day of classes. Sign-up instructions will come from the Village Campus office later in the summer so you can choose the time slot that works best for your family.
Coming Up
• Sunday, August 10: Back-to-School Bash, all students and families Grades K-12; Upper Campus
• Monday, August 11 & Tuesday, August 12: Lower School and Middle School Intake Conferences, Grades K-8; Village Campus
• Wednesday, August 13: Lower School and Middle School First Day of School, Grades K-8; Village Campus
Food Feedback Survey
Please help us by completing this FLIK feedback survey about this year’s food service.
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.
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.
Summer at HPA
Summer Academies at HPA
Do you have a passion you want to pursue this summer? Our specialized four-week academies are designed for day and boarding middle and high school students.
Upper School
Each week, our Upper School leadership team provides valuable insight about campus culture while sharing updates with 9-12 students and parents on academics, athletics, and arts, and what day and residential families can expect throughout the semester.
From the desk of your Upper School leadership team
Aloha Upper School families,
We are extremely proud of all of the accomplishments of our Class of 2025.
- Class of 2025 End-of-Year Celebration Photo Gallery
- Class of 2025 End-of-Year Celebration YouTube Video Playlist
- Class of 2025 Senior Awards
- Class of 2025 Haʻina Senior Capstone Showcase & Presentations
The celebration of the Class of 2025 was spectacular, and we appreciate all who supported the events. A special thanks to Ms. Pualani Lincoln Maielua, Ms. Julie Camarillo, and Mr. Robert Burchell for their leadership with the students and their speeches. Additionally, thanks to Kumu Kūwalu and Mario Flores for their work with the seniors with song and hula. Speeches by student vice-president Zane Van Natta at Baccalaureate and president Lily Hodges during Commencement were inspiring and wonderful reflections.
Faculty were honored during the week, with Ms. Laura Swartz-Burt receiving the (student-nominated) Ellbogen teaching award, and Ms. Robyn Scarth receiving the (faculty-nominated) Dillingham teaching award. Additionally, Ms. Adrienne White was recognized for her outstanding devotion to watching student performances, whether on stage or on any playing field, court, or pool, with the first inaugural “Nicholas Spirit” award. Another faculty member who has gone above and beyond recently was Dr. Johanna Anton, who went to the IPES World Fair in Columbus, Ohio, with junior Nikki Littlefield. Nikki won second place in her division — an outstanding accomplishment. Also, Ms. Robyn Brewer’s Robotics team qualified for the MATE ROV World Championships in Alpena, Michigan, later in June. We wish them the best of luck.
I thank the entire faculty for their consistent care for advancing the development of our students. Additionally, thanks to all students for keeping learning a two-way street and moving the school forward with their knowledge and wisdom.
Thanks to the ʻOhana Association for supporting the Class of 2025 with a successful Grad Night following Commencement. The ability for our graduates to connect one final time is truly memorable for all.
Lastly, to all students moving on and not returning to HPA in August, we wish you the very best and encourage you to stay in touch with the school and your friends. For all who are returning in the fall, enjoy your summer, and we look forward to your return.
Mahalo,
Mark Noetzel
Assistant Head of School for Upper School
Looking ahead to the 2025-2026 academic year
Hot off the press
Ka Makani Post
We’re so excited to introduce something brand new to campus — Ka Makani Post, HPA’s very own student-created digital publication!
We are proudly marking 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.
Schedule
We have compiled a list of HPA Key Dates, 2025-2026, for your convenience. Please refer to the calendar in myHPA for the most up-to-date events.All events are subject to change.
Coming Up
• Friday, August 8: Opening Days Orientation (All New Day Students and All New and Returning Residential Students)
• Friday, August 8 – Monday, August 11: Residential Student Orientation
• Sunday, August 10: Back-to-School Bash, all students and families Grades K-12; Upper Campus
• Tuesday, August 12: First Day of School, Grades 9-12; Upper Campus
• Wednesday, August 13: Lower School and Middle School First Day of School, Grades K-8; Village Campus
Food Feedback Survey
Please help us by completing this FLIK feedback form about this year’s food service.
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.
Residential Life
That’s a wrap! We would like to take this opportunity to once again thank all of our boarding student families for their partnership and support over the last year. Each and every one of them contributed to the fabric of our community, and we are grateful for the tapestry of support, challenges, growth, success, and celebrations that this year has brought! We will miss our new alumni, but hope that they come back to visit us again soon!
Student Life
Student Council Elections
Student Council elections are over! Please join us in congratulating the 2025-2026 Student Council. We had a spirited election season with many students showing their dedication and care for HPA and wanting to make it an even better place for their peers.
President: Carlyle Collinson
Vice President: Charlie Chang
Secretary: Chloe Jung
Treasurer: Kelan Kennedy
Executive Dorm Representative: Maggie Lu
Class Representatives:
Class of 2026 – Nina Cipriano, Christian Hunt, and Pemma Norbu
Class of 2027 – Jasmine Larson, Avery Lit, and Liliana Negulescu
Class of 2028 – Letsie Khabele, Iliana Mandaloniz, and Khloe Nakagawa
*Class of 2029 (incoming freshmen) election will take place in October 2025
Ka Makani Athletics
What an exceptional year it has been! Congratulations to all our athletes! Go KA MAKANI!
Ka Makani Travel
Ka Makani Travel, HPA’s student travel program, is offering the following 2025-26:
Spring Break 2026 – The Alps and the Mediterranean Coast with EF Tours: March 2026, with a $200 early booking discount. Scholarships are available from EF’s Global Citizen Scholarship Fund. The deadline to apply for a scholarship with EF is August 12, 2025. You must be enrolled in an EF Tour to apply.
Spring Break 2026 – Galapagos Islands Ecology with Ecology Project International: March 2026, with a $200 early enrollment discount. Ecology Project International offers need-based student financial aid. Awards typically range from $300-600, so it won’t cover the full cost of the program, but it can help offset it. The student financial aid application opens on August 1, 2025, and can be found here.
The HPA Ka Makani Travel Grant application is open. The deadline to apply is May 5 at 10:00 pm. Students received an invitation to apply via email on April 22nd. Please contact Ka Makani Travel Coordinator Adrienne White (awhite@hpa.edu) for more information.
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.
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)
College Counseling
College Horizons – College Fair at HPA: Saturday, June 7
As part of the College Horizons Program being hosted at HPA this summer, there will be a public College Fair at HPA on Saturday, June 7, from 9:00 to 10:00 am. This fair will have representatives from the most selective colleges and universities in the U.S., including six colleges from the Ivy League, Stanford, MIT, Williams, Vanderbilt, and other highly selective institutions that rarely visit Hawaiʻi Island. Click here for additional details, including a full list of colleges and registration details.
Immediately following the College Fair, there will be breakout sessions from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm on the following topics:
- College Essay
- College Admissions
- Standardized testing tips and tools
- Financial aid (for students & parents)
- Letter of recommendation (for teachers)
We hope to see you there! Please reach out to college@hpa.edu with any questions.
Juniors – Class of 2026
Free Upcoming Essay Writing Program offered for all Juniors!
HPA College Counseling has partnered with Ethan Sawyer, aka “The College Essay Guy,” to provide three virtual college essay boot camps this summer for our Juniors. These comprehensive bootcamps focus on three distinct topics
- Writing the Personal Statement: June 2, 4, 6 or June 16, 18, 20
- The University of California Personal Insight Questions – July 14 & 16
- The College Application and Supplemental Essays – September 21
Students can choose to log in live to attend these live boot camps or watch recordings of the programs. All Juniors will be registered by College Counseling to take part in the program and the course fees have been covered by HPA. Click on this link to learn more: College Essay Guy’s Essay 2025 Bootcamps.
Schedule Your Third Individual Meeting
Mr. Kelsey and Mrs. Montgomery are available for individual meetings. Please click below to select a 30-minute time slot for an individual appointment with your assigned counselor. All meetings should be scheduled during free periods and will be in the College Counseling Center.
If you need any help with scheduling appointments, please contact us directly at college@hpa.edu.
Complete Self-Input and Parent/Guardian-Input Forms
Juniors and their Parents/Guardians are requested to complete these two forms by the end of the Spring Semester. These input forms are used by our college counselors to assist in writing the counselor letter for college applications in the senior year. The specific details and insights shared in these input forms are always very helpful.
Driver Education
Students who are 15½ through 17 years old must meet stringent requirements to obtain a driver’s license in the state of Hawaiʻi. One of the major requirements is completing a state-certified driver education course and road time with both a certified driving instructor and parents before getting a license.
This course is offered to students with a valid (current) Hawaiʻi learner permit. The course includes 6 hours of “behind-the-wheel” practice driving sessions with the instructor, to be scheduled outside of class time. There is a mandatory Parent & Student Orientation on Saturday before the class begins, June 1, 9:00 to 10:30 am. 50 hours of driving time with a parent/guardian (including 10 hours of night driving) will be required before a minor (under 18) may apply for a Hawaiʻi Driver’s License. After 50 hours, the parent/guardian must submit a notarized statement to the teacher to receive the final certificate for this course. Certificates cannot be issued until 6 weeks after the beginning of the course, July 15.
Dates: June 2-13
Ages: 15 1/2 – 17
Times: 9:00 am to 12:30 pm
Cost: $550
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
In the event that you have family or friends who are still looking for placement at HPA for the 2025-2026 academic year, we have limited spaces in Lower, Middle, and Upper School (9th-11th grade for boarding). Please let them know to reach out to the admissions office at admissions@hpa.edu so the team can support their interest.
Advancement
On behalf of all Ka Makani who learn and grow here, who carry HPA into the future… please accept our warmest aloha and gratitude for another incredible year! Eō Ka Makani!
Summer at HPA
Summer at HPA registration is open. Visit the Summer at HPA New Enrollment form to register for summer enrichment camps, swimming lessons, Ka Makani Keiki Camp, or Summer Academies.
Isaacs Art Center
Isaacs Art Center will be CLOSED for the month of June for our annual summer recess. The Center will reopen on July 1 to resume normal hours of operation.
Treasures from the Trunk – Summer into Fall Sale!
In commemoration of the 75th Anniversary of HPA, we are running a late summer sale of many Treasures from the Trunk, art that we may offer at a 25% discount. A first chance preview will be held at the Welcoming Reception for Alumni Weekend at the Center: Thursday, May 29, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. The sale will run July 1 through August 31.
Available items will be listed on our website under Events. You may contact us at isaacsartcenter@hpa.edu with any questions about art in the sale.
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.