Student Life

Scripture: 
“And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is please.” 
  -  Hebrews 13:16

Day	Date	High School Bell Schedule & Events (s)
Monday	May 4	HS-1/Full 7 Classes	AP US Gov’t & Politics, 7:45 am
Tuesday	May 5	HS-1/Full 7 Classes	AP Statistics, 12:45 pm; Dept. Mtg., 3:00-4:00 pm
Wednesday	May 6	HS-1/Full 7 Classes	AP Calculus, 7:45 am
Thursday	May 7	HS-4A/Chapel	National Day of Prayer; All-School Chapel in the Gym; AP Eng. Lit., 7:45 am; AP Jpnse Language & Culture, 12:45 pm
Friday	May 8	HS-1/Full 7 Classes	Student Council Film Festival, 6:00-9:00 pm, MS MPR
Lunch Clean Up:  10H – Mr. Honzaki’s Homeroom

1.    Students and Faculty:  Congratulations HBA!  I am so proud to be an Eagle.  Last Monday's blood drive for the community was a great success and the result of SO MANY coming together to support it.  Seventy-nine people participated and we collected 61 pints for the Blood Bank of Hawaii, serving the state of Hawaii.  That is an amazing goal for a school our size!  Nearly all of you that were eligible to give blood, tried!  Thank you!  A special thanks to the staff who hosted and brought food, the teachers and the nurse for the extra work, and the NHS officers for leading us.  I am proud to be a teacher at HBA because of you!  {Mrs. Nakano}

2.    Controlling Influenza at School – There is much concern about the current outbreak of swine flu.  Fortunately, there haven’t been any confirmed cases in Hawaii; however, it’s a good time to remind students (and adults) to practice good hygiene habits to help control the spread of germs:

➢    Wash your hands with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds.
➢    Cover your mouth and nose with tissues when sneezing and coughing.
➢    Avoid sharing drinks, water bottles, eating utensils, and pencils.
➢    Try to avoid close contact with sick people.

Parents are reminded not to send children to school when they are ill.  You should also see a physician
if you have a cough, sore throat, body aches, or malaise that is accompanied by a fever.  For more information about the swine influenza, please visit the CDC Web site: http://www.cdc.gov/swineflu/
[J. Kealoha]

3.    From Christian Ministries (Mrs. Gruspe):

a.    Servant Group:  Our last meeting will be this Wed., May 6th, during lunch in the band room.  Seniors, we would like to recognize you on that day so please plan on being there.

b.    JAM Leaders, please come to my room on Tuesday after school for a brief JAM meeting.  Wednesday will be our last JAM session at the Elementary school.  It would be great to have all our JAM leaders there.

4.   There will be an Interact Club Meeting this Friday at lunch in Room C-102.  {S. Goya}

5.    Come out to the HBA Film Festival this Friday, May 8, from 6 -9 p.m. in the MPR.  Student bands will also be playing.  The Film Festival is for HBA students, faculty, and film student family members only.  On the high school campus, free tickets may be picked up from Mr. Traughber (Room 101), Mr. Malinger (Tech Lab), or Mr. Herder (103) Monday through Friday.  Middle School students may pick up tickets from the Front Office. 
{Mr. Herder}

6.     From Mr. Oshiro, Athletic Director:

a.    All Students:  For your information, the gym will be closed for most if not all of the summer due to renovations. All HBA summer sports will continue in some form or fashion, but they won't be in our gym.  Annual events canceled for this summer are:  Eagle Hoop Camp, Volleyball Skills Clinic, ILH Boys Intermediate Summer Basketball League, HBA Summer Recreation Classes.  Contact me if you have any questions.  

b.    All Students:  Weight Training & Conditioning for football - all levels - started April 13, 2009 and will be ongoing on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 4:30pm to 6:30pm at Mid-Pacific Institute weight room. A small towel is required.  If you are participating in another school sport you may come out when your season is finished. Weight training and conditioning is not mandatory, but highly recommended.  If you have any questions, please e-mail Coach Ishii at ishiia003@hawaii.rr.com or contact him at 864-9085. 

c.    All Spring Sport Athletes:  Please launder and return your school issued uniforms to either the athletic office as soon as possible.  Uniforms should be bagged and labeled with your name.  Seniors, remember that this is part of your graduation checklist.  

    d.    All Girls Varsity Basketball Players:  Please attend a meeting Monday, May 4th in the gym at lunch to discuss summer basketball plans.  Thanks, Mr. Oshiro

7.     *Intramural Bowling on Wednesdays, April 29, May 6, 13, 20, 27. 
         Transportation: Leave HBA gym at 3:00 p.m. (or on your own).
         Return to HBA: 5:45 p.m. or parents can pick you up at Shafter at 5:00 p.m.
         Cost: $2.25 per game, shoe rental $2.00.  You will bowl 2 or 3 games.  Pay after each session.
         Questions?  See Mr. Hayashi.

8.     *Summer School 2009 - Summer School 2009 registration deadline: May 15.   Check your catalog for courses and registration form.  The following classes are closed: Computer Applications and Communication Skills.  Catalog is also online at www.hba.net.  {Mrs. Shirley Yahata, Supplemental Programs}

9th-11th GRADE BOYS:  If you're interested in playing HBA summer basketball, sign up this week with Coach Keith or me in the athletic office.  We will be having summer practices and we will have TWO teams participating in Iolani's summer league.  More information will be forthcoming.  Thanks, Mr. Oshiro

12th GRADE:  Everyone should have tried on their graduation cap and gown by now.  If there are any further exchanges to be made you must bring your item into the Counseling Center by this Wednesday.  Place your item into a large zip lock or plastic bag with your name clearly printed on the bag.  Place a note inside explaining the problem.      This is the last chance for HBA's re-orders!  {Mrs. Goya}