Hawai'i Preparatory Academy

http://www.hpa.edu

Founded in 1949, Hawai‘i Preparatory Academy is an independent K-12 coeducational school with a boarding program for students in grades six through 12 and Post Graduate. HPA provides students with exceptional learning opportunities in a diverse community located on the spectacular island of Hawai‘i, which boasts 80 percent of the world’s ecosystems.  Unique courses include Astronomy, AP Environmental Science (in our internationally recognized Energy Lab), Forensic Science, Hawaiian Studies, Marine Science, Photojournalism, Sea Turtle Research Program, and Sustainable Living.  HPA also offers activities such as an equestrian program, hula, outrigger canoe paddling, and scuba certification.

 

If you could choose any place in the world for a school, it would be difficult to find one that offers more gifts than this one.  Hawai‘i Preparatory Academy is located on the northern side of the island of Hawai‘i, in a beautiful, rural setting that National Geographic named one of the best places in the world to live and play. One of the great advantages of an HPA education is our location.  College admissions deans come to Hawai‘i and our college counselors have established strong connections with the most important people in the college admission decision process who are looking to diversify their campuses with the qualities and experiences our students possess.  HPA students’ applications stand out because of the unique opportunities offered here and these college admissions deans get to know our students individually.  HPA students also benefit from the strong mentoring relationships they share with their teachers in the classrooms, on the sports fields and courts, and in the dorms.  The compelling letters of recommendation our teachers write on behalf of their students are a testament to the personal connections made here.

 

10 years before Hawai‘i would become America’s 50^th state, HPA was founded.  HPA has evolved to meet the educational needs of young people from around the world as they prepare for life in an increasingly complex world.  While much has changed in our world since that time, our steadfast belief in academic excellence and the role it plays in the lives of young men and women has remained constant.

Quick Facts

Enrollment Information Total No. of Boys: 281 Total No. of Girls: 278 Boarding: 163 Day: 396 School Type Coed Elementary Junior Boarding Secondary-Day Secondary-Boarding

Special Programs ESL 5-day Boarding Attention Deficit Disorder Summer Programs Post Graduate Remedial Support

Application Information

There are three convenient ways to apply to Hawai‘i Preparatory Academy.  If you go to www.hpa.edu/admissions/application you can either apply online or download and print a copy of the application to complete by hand.  If you apply directly to HPA using the online or paper application, there is no application fee for complete applications received before February 1, 2010 (A complete application includes submitted teacher recommendations, transcripts, standardized testing, etc.).  After February 1, 2010, there is a $25 application fee.   

 

The third option is for families planning on applying to more than one school.  HPA accepts two common applications for your convenience.  The first is the Secondary School Admission Test (SSAT) common application, which is accepted by most schools that accept the SSAT as part of the admission process.  The school code for HPA is 3766.  The second is The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) common application, which is accepted by most boarding schools in the United States:

• http://www.ssat.org/webapply/code=3766 
• http://www.boardingschools.com/how-to-apply/application.aspx

HPA reserves the right to request any additional information not found on a common application.

Summer Program

Our diverse Summer Session offers enrichment and unique study opportunities for boarding and day students entering grades 6-12.  This exceptional program is designed to make the most of summer, and bring out all the potential and passion of your child. 

Summer Session offers new and prospective HPA students an excellent introduction to the school’s program and instructors. Many students return every summer to take advantage of the outstanding program and staff and to meet students from around the world.

Upper School course offerings include:

• Ceramics
• Explore Hawai‘i Island
• iLife Medley
• Marine Science
• Robotics
• SAT Prep
• English as a Second Language

These courses are predominantly for enrichment; no credit is given.

Courses

Academic Support

• College Counseling
• English as a Second Language
• Evening Study Assistance
• Learning Differences Support
• Learning Study Assistance
• Library Skills
• Peer Tutoring
• Study Skills
• Technology Center
• Tutoring
• Writing Center

Computer Studies

• Computer Applications
• Computer Graphics
• Computer Sciences
• Web Design

Visual Arts

• Art History Advanced Placement
• Ceramics
• Design
• Fiber Arts
• Film and Video
• Graphic Design
• Painting
• Photography
• Printmaking
• Publications
• Sculpture

Special Programs

• Community Service
• Independent Study

Music

• Choral Music
• Composition
• Individual Instrument
• Music Appreciation
• Music Theory
• Orchestra
• Voice

Foreign Languages

• French
• Japanese
• Spanish

Math

• Advanced Placement
• Algebra
• Calculus
• Geometry
• Honors
• Probability
• Statistics
• Trigonometry

Science

• Anatomy
• Astronomy
• Biology Advanced Placement
• Biology Honors
• Chemistry Advanced Placement
• Chemistry Honors
• Earth Science
• Electronics
• Environmental Science
• Geology
• Marine Biology
• Oceanography
• Physical Science
• Physics Advanced Placement
• Physics Honors
• Physiology
• Sports Medicine

Noncredit Courses

• Drivers Education
• SAT Prep
• Scuba
• TOEFL Prep

Religion and Philosophy

• World Religion

Performing Arts

• Acting
• Dance
• Drama
• Modern Dance
• Musical Theater
• Play Production
• Screenwriting
• Technical Theater
• Theater Design

History

• Advanced Placement
• Asian History
• European History
• Honors
• United States History
• World History

English

• Advanced Placement
• Creative Writing
• Honors
• Literature
• Poetry

Activities

Athletics

• Baseball
• Basketball
• Canoeing or Kayaking
• Cross-Country Running
• Dance
• Diving
• Equestrian
• Football
• Golf
• Horseback Riding
• Rugby
• Soccer
• Softball
• Swimming
• Tennis
• Track and Field
• Ultimate Frisbee
• Volleyball
• Water Polo
• Weight Lifting
• Wrestling

Arts & Music

• Audiovisual Club
• Chamber Choir
• Chamber Orchestra
• Choir
• Choral Music

Student Club Activities

• Astronomy
• Community Service
• Dorm Proctors
• Environment Club
• Habitat for Humanity
• Honor Council
• Horseback Riding
• International Club
• Literary Magazine
• Math Club
• Peer Counseling
• Peer Tutoring
• Photography