Student Life

• Michael Imai. Michael’s project is:
  “Earthworms: Nature’s Disposal – A Study on How the Amount of Food Provided Affects the Reproduction Rate of Earthworms”
  Hypothesis: Earthworms which are provided with the most food will reproduce the fastest.
• Jason Shon. Jason’s project is:
  “Comparing Maglev Trains to Steel on Steel Trains”
  Hypothesis – A Maglev train will go farther than a regular train because of reduced friction.

Say a prayer of support as they go to the District competition and congratulate them on their hard work and diligence.  Their ability to think logically and creatively as well as problem-solve using the scientific process, may lead one day to discover a breakthrough finding.  A finding that may help each us to improve the quality and Thank you also goes to the parents of these students and their hard-working teacher advisors Mrs. Morihara and Mr. Hom.

Announcements:

• Student & Cash: We are concerned that students have been bringing large amounts of money from $40 to $400 to school. School lunch is generally $4 to $8 and if you include after-school snacks, perhaps $12. One common reason, the student will say why they are carrying large amounts of cash is to go some special place after school. Be it shopping or Dave and Busters. Either case, if you could please check and discuss with your child regarding the amount of money they chose to carry to school and decide on how to best handle it. Some families have open checking accounts for students or use cashier’s checks. The best solution is not to bring large amounts of cash at all.
• Care and Respect for Ourselves: Please continue to pick up your trash and remind your friends to do the same. We take care of ourselves, each other and this place.
  

From the MS Counselor, Ms. Okazaki: Registration Deadline
EIGHTH GRADERS – Bring your Registration Folder and Materials with you to school. I will be visiting guided study classes. Registration Folder and Materials must be submitted to myself NO LATER THAN 3 P.M. ON THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2009.  It is strongly recommended that you turn the Folder in prior to the deadline so a quick check can be made by me.

From Geography Teacher, Mrs. Yorita:
Geography test for Feb. 10th, has been rescheduled to February 17th.

From Admissions Director, Mrs. Lee:
Foodland’s Shop for Higher Education Program will be starting on February 11, 2009 and continue through March 24, 2009.  This program helps schools to earn college scholarships for high school seniors across the state.  Be sure to designate HBA when shopping at Foodland to help our school earn Maika’i Points.  HBA’s school code is 7521.  Thank you for your support.

From PTF, 7th Gr. Fun Fair Co-Chairs, Grace Cheong and Leila Uyehara:
Wanted:  Enthusiastic seventh grade students and parents to help with HBA's  Fun Fair,
April 25, 2009.  The seventh grade class is responsible for the “Ring Toss” and “Balloon Dart” games.  Please see the enclosed flier for more information."

From Athletic Director, Mr. Oshiro:

1. All Winter Sport Athletes:  Once your season is completed, please launder, bag and label your school issued uniforms and return to the athletic office. 
   
2. All Students:  If you're interested in a spring sport, please take note of the REVISED try out information posted around campus and online on the athletics page of the school website.  Please come to the athletic office if you have any questions. 
   
3. All Students:  Just a reminder that there is no bus transportation for athletics on early release days.  Tuesday, February 10th is an early release day with all of you getting out of school around 12:35 PM.  Please plan accordingly.
4. If you're interested in trying out for track and field (all levels) or softball (intermediate only), try outs begin TODAY, Monday, February 9th at Kapiolani Park.  If you need a ride to the park, please meet the bus near the grassy area of the middle school by 3:00 PM.  Be sure to arrange for your own transportation home from Kapiolani Park at 6:00 PM.
5. 7th & 8th Grade Boys:  If you're interested in volleyball, try outs begin this week.  Intermediate try outs for 7th and 8th graders begin TODAY, Monday, February 9th, from 4:30-6:30 PM in the gym.  They will continue Tuesday from 1:30-3:30 PM in the gym.
6. All Students:  Our girls and boys varsity basketball teams are doing well and both are competing not just for berths in their respective HHSAA State Basketball Championship Tourneys, but also ILH titles as well.  They both have BIG games this Tuesday, February 10th, here at HBA...the girls (9-2) face undefeated Maryknoll at 5:00 PM, while the boys (8-1) take on undefeated Kamehameha at 6:30 PM.  Come out and support your classmates and show your school spirit and pride.  Admission is FREE!