Week of 8/15/25
What's Happening at HPA This Week?
Message from the Head of School
Aloha HPA ʻohana,
Fasten your seatbelts. Here we go — opening days and week one is in the books! It’s been an awesome week!
Returning home from a few weeks of summer family check-ins and plenty of flight miles logged, there was a brief moment during one pre-flight process that made me think of our Opening Days, and the many steps of important preparation and service necessary to ensure a successful flight. Yep, here comes the flight metaphor.
I write to you this morning while taking in picture-perfect Waimea — bright blue skies stretching endlessly above the green rolling hills. Ideal runway conditions for a smooth takeoff.
As our students stepped onto campus over the last few days, they were greeted like passengers at the gate, each carrying their own stories, hopes, and goals for the journey ahead. Our Ka Makani crew — faculty and staff in a sea of red shirts — welcomed everyone with open arms, ready to guide, serve, and ensure a safe and joyful trip. While boarding the plane may be just the beginning, it sets the tone for the whole journey.
Like any flight prior to take-off, a proper review of safety protocols is pertinent. We have spent time during our Opening Days sessions and Intake Conferences highlighting our mission, values, school protocols and any emergency plans that might need review. Our Ka Makani “safety card” highlights our Core Values: Respect, Integrity, Pursuit of Excellence, and Wonder. They serve as our seat belts and oxygen masks, keeping us grounded and aligned when unexpected turbulence comes our way. Every member of our crew knows their kuleana, and every student, family, and staff member is part of this shared responsibility.
In these first weeks, we will be gathering speed as our students find their schedules and routines, make new friends, and adjust to new altitudes of learning and expectations. It is not always smooth — we anticipate a few bumps, but this is part of the journey, and we are ready for it!
It will take a little more time to reach a smooth cruising altitude. But when we do, the view will be breathtaking: collaborative classrooms humming with curiosity, teams and ensembles moving in perfect rhythm, and a community that knows both how to work hard and embrace the process. Along the way, we’ll share meals, laughter, accomplishments, and moments of quiet wonder.
To our exceptional professional crew — mahalo for the countless hours you’ve spent readying this “aircraft” for takeoff. Your dedication ensures that every passenger onboard begins the year with clarity and excitement for the adventure ahead. And to our families — thank you for choosing to fly with HPA. Your presence makes our ʻohana better, stronger, and more vibrant.
As your captain, I want to say: We know you have a choice of schools, and we thank you for choosing HPA. Now, fasten your seat belts, stow your carry-ons (and any possible doubts), and sit back, relax, and enjoy — we are on our way.
Welcome aboard!
P.S.: POG or water?
Gratefully,
Fred Wawner
Head of School
School Bulletins for the Week of 8/15/25
Lower School
Each week, K–5 families receive updates highlighting joyful moments, meaningful lessons, and a glimpse into what students and parents can look forward to in the weeks ahead.
This week's news & notes
Aloha Lower School ‘Ohana!
What a beautiful three days of school it has been! Our first days together have been filled with moments of connection—students greeting one another with excitement, teachers fostering warm and welcoming classrooms, and our Village Campus coming alive with the joy of learning. We are especially delighted to welcome new friends into the Lower School ‘ohana, joining us on this journey of learning and growing. As we begin to settle into our routines, we want to take a moment to share important announcements, offer a few reminders, and express our heartfelt gratitude for your partnership. Please check this special space each week for Lower School news, celebrations, and perhaps even a few musings along the way!
Some announcements and reminders as we enter these first weeks of school:
- Rain jackets/warm layers: All students need to bring both a rain jacket and a warm layer to school each day to stay comfortable in our always beautiful, but at times, blustery Waimea weather. Our climate ranges from sunny to rainy to windy, or a mix of all three, in a matter of moments. Unless the weather is very dangerous, we are outside rain or shine.
- Lower School Personal Phone & Device Policy: a reminder that all mobile devices and smartwatches are prohibited during the school day.
- Lunch: This year, our 3rd-5th-grade classes will once again enjoy our lunch outdoors, weather permitting. Our Kindergarten-2nd graders will eat in the dining hall. In the spring, our 1st and 2nd-graders will join us outdoors once the teachers have supported them well with the routines and rhythms of dining.
- Morning Drop-off: Our morning drop-off is 7:40-8 am. The first class begins promptly at 8 am. Students in 1st-5th grade should head to classrooms on their own, while kindergarten families are welcome to choose to accompany our youngest learners until Friday, August 22. Thank you for supporting our students to begin their school day with a healthy breakfast and a calm morning routine.
- After School Program begins: The first term of our After School program begins this coming Monday, August 18. (We continue to offer complimentary care for all students on Early Dismissal Wednesdays, from 2:00 to 3:00 pm.)
- Lower School Enrichment Day: Friday, August 29
Lower School Enrichment Day is a day of connection, a Wå Pilina for our keiki in Kindergarten through 5th grade. This is a regular school day, but full of interdisciplinary learning led by our specialist teachers. More information on this day will be shared. For now, you can please plan to send your child to school as usual, in their HPA red shirts. - Labor Day: no school on Monday, September 1
- School Picture Day: Wednesday, September 3
- Faculty Work Day: There will be no classes on our K-8 Faculty Work Day, Friday, September 19
Today and moving forward, you will see important dates (like some of the above) briefly noted in the bulleted list below, under the heading “Coming Up.” Please reach out to me, your grade level teachers, or the VC office with any questions or wonderings you may have (villagecampusoffice@hpa.edu). Your classroom newsletters will continue to be helpful news sources, as well as myHPA.
These first days back to school can be tiring for our children as they readjust (or newly adjust!) to their routines. Be gentle with them (and yourselves!) and consider having a snack and/or downtime ready when they get home to help ease them into the new routines of the school year.
Mahalo for choosing HPA as the school to educate your children. We are grateful for the trust you place in us and appreciate your continued support. We look forward to collaborating with you this academic year, and creating many memorable learning experiences together, grounded in our core values of Respect, Integrity, Wonder, and Pursuit of Excellence, alongside our Mālama Kaiāulu compass petals of Haʻina, Kuleana, Pilina, and Lōkahi.
Dora Kwong
Lower School Principal
Schedule
Our K-5 classes continue with in-person instruction on our Village Campus on Monday, August 18.
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, August 18, from 3-5: pm: First day of After School Program
• Wednesday, August 20, at 2 pm: Early Release Wednesday
• Wednesday, August 27, at 2 pm: Early Release Wednesday
• Friday, August 29: Lower School Enrichment Day; students wear HPA red
• Monday, September 1: Labor Day holiday, no classes K-12, school closed
• Wednesday, September 3: School Picture Day
• Friday, September 19: Faculty Work Day, all divisions, no classes K-8
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.
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, 2025-2026.
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, 6–8 families receive updates reflecting on recent activities and accomplishments, along with a preview of what students and parents can look forward to in the coming days.
This week's news & notes
Aloha Middle School families,
Thank you for helping us start the school year on such a positive note. In our first days together, we’ve welcomed new faces, celebrated cherished traditions, and quickly settled into strong academic routines.
Our Middle School theme for the year, “ʻAʻohe Hana Nui Ke Alu ʻIa”—translated as “No task is too big when done together by all”—or “Many Hands Make Light Work” was embraced from the very first day in our welcome assembly. It’s a mindset that reflects the heart of our Mālama Kaiāulu framework, and I’ve already seen it in action among our faculty and students.
The launch of our Phone-Free Yondr Pouch system on the Village Campus was a success. This shift is rooted in research, including Jonathan Haidt’s The Anxious Generation, which notes that “removing phones from the school day gives students the space to focus, build friendships, and engage more deeply with learning.” We are proud to offer our students this kind of distraction-free environment. As a point of clarification, this policy does include smart watches.
We also introduced an exciting new initiative: All Middle School Choir. About every other Friday, our entire student body will come together to sing under the direction of Ms. DiBartolo, reconnecting with the joy and benefits of vocalizing as a group. Research from the National Association for Music Education shows that students who participate in school music programs are more likely to excel academically and develop stronger social-emotional skills. This choir is designed to be inclusive of all students—from those who love to sing to those who may never have thought of themselves as singers. In the spirit of Pilina (connection) and Lōkahi (harmony), we look forward to the energy and unity this will bring to our campus.
Mahalo for your continued partnership as we embark on another year of meaningful learning, shared experiences, and strong community.
Michael Cservenak
Middle School Principal
Schedule
Our Middle School 2025-2026 Daily Schedule continues with in-person instruction on our Village Campus on Monday, August 18.
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
• Monday, August 18, from 3:15 to 5:00 pm: First day of After School Program
• Wednesday, August 20 at 2:10 pm: Early Release Wednesday
• Wednesday, August 27 at 2:10 pm: Early Release Wednesday
• Friday, August 29: Class Retreats
• Monday, September 1: Labor Day holiday, no classes K-12, school closed
• Wednesday, September 3: School Picture Day
• Friday, September 19: Faculty Work Day, all divisions, no classes K-8
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.
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, 2025-2026’.
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 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.
Aloha Upper School families,
E komo mai to the 2025-2026 school year! The HPA Upper Campus is alive again with new and returning students. It is a great place to be!
As we begin this new school year, our theme of Pilina (connection) will be guiding our work this year. Pilina reminds us that relationships are at the heart of learning. On our first day, our teacher set the tone with activities that centered on getting to know one another, creating a foundation of trust and belonging. The energy generated that day was alive with laughter, curiosity, and the joy of reconnecting. These first moments matter, as they are the starting point for the bonds that will support our students’ growth throughout the year. Strong connection is an essential ingredient for our students to think critically, be creative, collaborate, and communicate effectively.
We initiate every student and family to lean into pilina this year. Whether it is greeting a new classmate, lending a hand in a garden, collaborating on a project, or sharing traditions, each act of connection strengthens the winds that carry us forward as Ka Makani. Together, let’s nurture a community where everyone feels seen, valued, and inspired to contribute, because when we invest in one another, we make HPA a place to learn like nowhere else.
For those families who were able to join us on campus for Opening Days and Back-to-School Bash, thank you for being here to celebrate with us. We appreciate your partnership in the education of your child(ren). Here is to a year of strong connections, joyful learning, and caring for our community – together!
Mark Noetzel
Assistant Head of School for Upper School
Below you will find additional information that might be helpful coming up in the next couple of weeks:
Add/Drop Period – Class Changes
The add/drop period for class changes runs through Friday, August 29. All add/drop requests will need to be made using the Add/Drop Form, which may be picked up from the Academic Office. You will need to have the form filled out before the request will be processed. Students are welcome to stop by the office and request schedule changes during their free periods. Please understand that only course change requests will be honored, not changes in class periods or teachers.
School photos
Upper School photo day will be Wednesday, August 20, from 1-3 pm in Dyer Memorial Library. All students must take a photo and will receive a school ID card as a result. The ID is necessary to enter some events.
Purchasing a photo package is not required; however, all students must have their photos taken for their student ID/KaMakaniCash card and the yearbook.
Students cannot charge their KaMakaniCash account to pay for a photo package this year. Students can order online through the photographer’s website (link below) by completing this photo order form before Tuesday, August 19. Cash or check payments will be accepted on August 20. Please proceed to this site to learn more.
Dress Code for Photos
All students must adhere to the HPA dress code for their photos. Props, hats, and sunglasses will not be allowed in your official school photo.
If a student cannot take their picture on August 20, we have not yet scheduled a retake day, but we will send out that information once we have a date.
Cell Phone Usage
Please remind your child(ren) about the Upper School policy regarding phones. Faculty will remind students of this policy and its purpose. Additionally, when a student is excused to leave a class temporarily, their phone should remain inactive.
Parents, thank you for reinforcing our policy and for not texting or calling your child during classes, meetings, or other school activities. To help you communicate with your child during the academic day, you can phone the Student Life Office (808-881-4086) or the Academic Office (808-881-4002) to have a message delivered to your child.
Phones and Electronic Devices
Subject to such modifications as might be deemed best by the administration, students may not use their mobile devices in academic spaces, especially during academic courses and other organized meeting times. Devices should be kept in a book bag or a locker and should be silenced. Teachers may request that all devices be placed in a central location, and if this request is made, students must comply or risk consequences. The use of such devices as part of an instructional activity is, of course, appropriate, and as instructed by the teacher. The device should be returned to a student’s bag or a location designated by the teacher at the end of such an activity.
Day Student Lockers
Academic lockers are available for day students only. Sophomore, junior, and senior day students should complete this Locker Request Form using their HPA.edu school email. Freshmen students will be assigned lockers through their myHPA student account under the contact card tab. This will be available beginning Tuesday, August 12. Students can find their locker numbers and combinations in their myHPA student accounts under Student profile → Contact Card → General information or by following these instructions.
Locker Locations
- Locker numbers 1-132 & 360-372: Business Office lānai
- Locker numbers 500-532: Math building
- Locker number 200-229: Science building 41 & 42
Lockers are the responsibility of the student. At the end of the year, all lockers must be cleaned out and locks returned to the Academic Office by Tuesday, May 19, 2026. All items left in the lockers will be donated. Students who do not return their locks or clean out their lockers will be charged a $15 fee to their KaMakaniCash student account.
Class retreats
Class retreats are designed for each class, with a specific activity that allows the class to bond and make lifelong friendships. This year, class retreats will occur on Friday, August 22, 2025. As we near the date, more information will be sent out, including activity specifics for each class, instructions on what to bring, and check-in procedures.
Schedule
Our Upper School 2025-2026 Daily Schedule will resume as a Mamo day with in-person instruction on our Upper Campus on Monday, August 18.
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 openings and closures) can also be located on the Upper School Family Resources tile located in myHPA.
Coming Up
• Wednesday, August 20, 1-3 pm: School Picture Day; Dyer Library
• Friday, August 22: Upper School Class Retreats
• Wednesday, August 27: Upper School Convocation in Davis Memorial Chapel
This event, typical for many private schools, marks the formal beginning of the school year. Aloha attire or formal is required for all.
• Monday, September 1: Labor Day holiday, no classes K-12, school closed
• October 2-4: ʻOhana Days
Save the date! ʻOhana Days features classroom visits, parent-teacher conferences, special presentations, athletic events, and many opportunities to engage with the Upper School community. It is a great way for our families to connect and get a glimpse into their child(ren)’s life at HPA.
Student Support
Should your child need additional learning support, we encourage you to reach out to Spencer Williams our Upper School Learning Specialist, by emailing swilliams@hpa.edu. In addition, our counselors are ready to assist any student who needs additional support.
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
After a successful orientation weekend, our boarding students are now fully immersed in school life here at HPA! As we transition from the structured programming of their first weekend on campus to the more open format of our typical school day weekend, we want to encourage all of our students (and their parents!) to get involved in the opportunities at school, and to embrace having some downtime on weekends to rest and recharge.
There will be lots of on- and off-campus activities throughout the weekend for them to participate in, and also open time for them to connect with their friends in their own ways. The last week has helped immensely with integrating our newest members into our community, and we look forward to a strong year ahead!
Student Life
Day Student Check-in and Check-out
All day students must check in at the Student Life Office before attending their first commitment of the day, even if they are running late to class. Students must sign out at the Student Life Center if they are leaving campus before their last commitment of the day, including athletics and co-curriculars. If a student is returning to campus during the academic day, they must sign in at the Student Life Center before heading to class, along with a note from their appointment.
Day Student Attendance Protocols
Regular school attendance is vital to academic success and personal growth. This policy reflects our shared commitment to learning and supports a school culture grounded in Integrity, Respect, the Pursuit of Excellence, and Wonder. Please review the updated attendance policy.
Day Student Locker Assignments
If you have not completed a Locker Request form and you would like a locker, please go and see Mrs. Wengler-Ioane in the Upper School Academic Office.
Students can find their locker number and locker combinations in their myHPA student accounts under Student profile → Contact Card → General information or by following these instructions.
Hele-On Bus Passengers
For students who ride the Hele-On Bus Route 76 Green Line to school each day, HPA will offer a shuttle from the Waiaka Bridge to the Upper Campus. The second morning bus arrives just past the bridge at approximately 8:25 am.
The shuttle will be parked at the bus stop just past the Waiaka Bridge on Kawaihae Road by 8:20 am. For questions or more information, you can contact Auxiliary Services at 808-881-4019 or email auxiliary@hpa.edu.
Ka Makani Athletics
Fall season is here! Check out the latest Fall Sports Athletics calendar here. You can also access the athletics schedule on the myHPA calendar. Go KA MAKANI!
Catch the action live
Watch the Ka Makani action as it happens! Watch HPA sports live on Hudl and never miss a play.
Whom to Contact at HPA
If you are unsure whom 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.
Ka Makani Travel
HPA offers travel grants to eligible students. The deadline to apply for an HPA Ka Makani Travel Grant is Monday, August 25, 2025.
Ka Makani Travel Grant Application Fall 2025
Labor Day Weekend
- Overnight to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park with Hilo stop (Saturday, August 30-31) led by Ms. White, Ms. Scarth & Mr. Moltz, Volcano & Hilo, August 30
Thanksgiving Break
- New York City (Friday, November 22 to Saturday, November 30)
- Led by Ms. Horgan & Ms. Tadaki
- Thanksgiving in New York City: An Urban Adventure & Thanksgiving In New York City Application due August 25
- Kauai Island (Wednesday, November 26 to Saturday, December 1) with the HPA Outdoor Program
- Led by Ms. Paulekas
- Kauai Thanksgiving 2025
- Oahu (Wednesday, November 26 to Saturday, December 1)
- Led by Ms. White & Ms. Scarth
- Oahu Thanksgiving 2025 (Tentative)
Spring Break: March 2026
- The Alps and the Mediterranean Coast with EF Tours
- Led by Ms. White & Mrs. Piercy
- Application deadline Monday, October 27
- Galapagos Islands Ecology with Ecology Project International
- Led by Ms. Jim & Ms. Scarth
- Application deadline September 1. Ecology Project International offers need-based student financial aid. Awards typically range from $300 to $600. The student financial aid application closes October 31, 2025 and can be found here.
- Kauai, Maui & Oahu
- Led by Ms. Kight
- Kauai, Maui & Oahu Spring Break 2026 (Tentative)
Additionally, we have one of our trips confirmed for the 2026-27 School year.
Spring Break 2027
- Japan: Land of the Rising Sun with EF Tours
- Led by Mrs. Inaba
College Counseling
Senior Parent Night with College Counseling, August 27
Please join us on Wednesday, August 27, 5:30 to 6:30 pm for an informative and interactive Zoom discussion regarding the responsibilities and timeline for college applications. A recording of our meeting, complete with the PowerPoint slides, will be sent to all senior families after the meeting.
Wednesday, August 27: 5:30 to 6:30 pm
Join Zoom Meeting
College Visits
Below are the college visits currently scheduled from August 18 – August 29. New colleges are added on a regular basis, so please check the myHPA or Scoir calendars for an up-to-date list. All visits take place in the College Counseling Center unless otherwise noted.
Wednesday, August 20: Creighton University (Omaha, NE) 11:45 am to 12:15 pm
Thursday, August 28: Princeton University (Princeton, NJ) 9:00 to 9:45 am
Virtual ACT/SAT Weekend Boot Camp
HPA is partnering with Tutors Across America to provide a 3-Day Virtual ACT/SAT Weekend Boot Camp on September 5 to 7, 2025. Students who attend the bootcamps average 3 -7 point improvements on the ACT and 100-200 point improvements on the SAT.
Schedule
Friday, September 5: 4-8:30 pm
Saturday, September 6: 9 am to 6 pm (break from 1 to 2 pm)
Sunday, September 7: 9 am to 6 pm (break 1 to 2 pm)
Cost
Discounted Cost: $199 for HPA students (Regular Cost is $399)
Use coupon code HAWAIIPREP at checkout.
Registration
• Go to: http://TutorsAcrossAmerica.com/ACTcourse
• Scroll down to find the camp you’re looking for
• Enroll as directed (You may enroll in any camp that works for you)
• Use coupon code HAWAIIPREP at checkout to get the 50% discount.
• Reach out to us with any questions. We’re happy to help.
Ka Makani Cafe
Have E period or F period off? Join our fun, fast-paced team!
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Tayler Wang ʻ10: Student Store & Café Manager (twang@hpa.edu)
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Kate Schwarting: Café Student Manager (kschwarting@hpa.edu)
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, 2025-2026’.
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.
ʻOhana Association
Thank you to everyone who joined us at the Back-to-School Bash! It was wonderful seeing faces both old and new! What a great way to kick off the school year by reconnecting with our Ka Makani community.
Save the date for our first ‘Ohana Association General Meeting and Parent Mixer on Thursday, September 18, from 4:30 to 6:30 pm. All are welcome to attend! Come meet your fellow Ka Makani parents, and learn more about what the ‘Ohana Association is all about! The event will be held at the Isaacs Art Center adjacent to the Village Campus. More details to follow.
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!
The ʻOhana Association is excited to present their Wā Pilina ʻOhana Series for the 2025-26 school year. These events are an invitation for our HPA ʻohana to learn and connect through moʻolelo, immersive experiences and stewardship opportunities, guided by Kumu Kūwalu and Waimea cultural practitioners and stewards.
Our first Wā Pilina event, Wai in Waimea, is on Tuesday, September 16. Kumu Kūwalu will introduce us to wai in Waimea through oli (chant) and moʻolelo (story). Please sign up here. We hope to see you there!
Health and Wellness
Magnus Health forms are now overdue. Please log in to your child’s Magnus Health portal via your myHPA parent account to complete outstanding items. Students will not be allowed to participate in sports without record of a current physical exam. The completion of Magnus Health forms is vital in providing your student(s) with the support and safety they need. If you have any issues logging in, reach out to infirmary@hpa.edu for assistance as soon as possible so we can help.
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.
Admissions
We have loved seeing all of our new and returning students and families on campus these first few days of school. On behalf of the entire Admissions team, we want to wish you all a wonderful 2025-2026 academic year!
We are also excited to welcome the new season of admissions as we prepare for the launch of the 2026-2027 academic year application on September 1 to apply for a sibling and/or share with your friends and family. The admissions team will also be out “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
As we kick off the new school year, we are filled with gratitude for your incredible generosity in support of our outstanding students and programs.
Looking ahead, we are excited to work together with our HPA community of families, alumni, and friends to carry last year’s extraordinary momentum forward with purpose and aloha for HPA.
Isaacs Art Center
Continuing the celebration of HPA’s 75th Anniversary, our Summer into Fall Sale continues through August 31st, including offerings of paintings, prints, vintage photographs, and more at a 25% discount or less! Stop by and visit us to see if a special item piques your interest. Sale items are also listed under Events and “ 2025 Summer into Fall Sale” on our website. Please email us at isaacsartcenter@hpa.edu if you are interested in an item.
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 am to noon. 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.
Auxiliary Services
For students who ride the Hele-On Bus Route 76 Green Line to school each day, HPA will offer a shuttle from the Waiaka Bridge to the Upper Campus. The second morning bus arrives just past the bridge at approximately 8:25 am.
The shuttle will be parked at the bus stop just past the Waiaka Bridge on Kawaihae Road by 8:20 am. For questions or more information, you can contact Auxiliary Services at (808) 881-4019 or email auxiliary@hpa.edu.
Safety Protocols
Campus Access
Campus access is limited to current students, employees, essential contractors, and approved guests. 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.
If a family member of a student needs to meet with a faculty, staff, or administrative team member, please contact them to arrange a meeting on 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. Follow up with your supervisor ASAP.
- Anything out of the ordinary: email Dan Wilkinson, HPA Security Supervisor at dwilkinson@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.