Scripture: “For I know the plans I have for you”, declares the
Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope
and a future.” - Jeremiah 29:11
Lunch Duty & Clean Up: Mr. Witsell, Mrs. Stevens, 8W
From the MS Principal, Mrs. Atta: Announcements:
➢ Fun Fair ScriptRedemption beginning April 20th in the middle school Multi-Purpose Room (MPR). A table inside of the MPR will be open during 7:15-7:30 a.m., middle school lunch period and 2:45-3:30 p.m. For your convenience, we are extending redemption time during lunch period. Script redemption can be also done at the Fun Fair itself. Booths will be setup at various locations on the day of the fair. Fun Fair opens on Saturday at the HBA Elementary Campus at 9:00 a.m. and goes to 5:00 p.m. All proceeds go to the PTF and benefits all K-12 students.
➢ From the 8th Grade PTF Committee: Donations: 8th grade Fun Fair donations can be dropped off at the Middle School Front Office Wednesday, April 22nd this will help us determine what other supplies must be purchased. Please label them with your name and child’s Homeroom. Thank you so much for your generous support!
➢ Student Council Elections: Gr. 8, Class 2013 Candidate Information Sheet and Petition Form may be picked up from the Middle School Front Office. Offices open to current 8th graders are the following: recording secretary, corresponding secretary, and treasurer. Risk and persevere. Election Dates: Week of April 13-17 Student Council Petition Week Friday, April 17 Petition due in MS Front Office by 3:00 p.m. Week of April 20-24 Student Council Campaign Week Tuesday, April 28 Campaign Assembly Gr. 8-11. Candidate’s Speeches are heard. Wednesday, April 29 Student Council Election Day Friday, May 1 All campaign posters must be removed by 3:00 p.m.
Welcome back Class of 2013 from their 8th Grade Camp! We look forward to hearing about your Talent Show and camp reflections. We missed you on campus. The next event will look forward to is the “Kuikawa 2009”. It will be held in the Multi-Purpose Room at the Middle School campus on Sunday, May 2, 2009 from 2:00 to 4:00 o’clock in the afternoon. Your parents were sent an invitation last week and will send in a RSVP by April 24, 2009 if they are able to attend.
Class of 2014 – 7th Graders FLEX Program Registration 2009-10
➢ 7th Graders had an opportunity to hear information regarding FLEX classes for next year during Friday, April 17th Assembly (Advisory Period) in the MPR. A sealed envelope is being sent home today with the random numbered registration form. Print your name immediately on the envelope. Please take it home and discuss it with your parents. If you lose your ranked form, another number will be issued but it will be higher than all of the numbers distributed. Keep the form in a safe location. The completed form is due to the Front Office on May 1st, 3:45 p.m.
➢ Reminder: World Language FLEX courses fill both FLEX 1 and 2 class choices for the year. Classes will meet 4 times a week. Student performance will be graded on an A-F scale but will not be factored into the GPA.
If you are in a World Language currently, you must earn a passing placement test score and your current teacher’s approval for you to advance to Level 1B (second year) language course in your 8th grade year.
Note to Parents: The Optional FLEX Program at Hawaii Baptist Academy provides middle school students with the opportunity to explore special interest areas and to improve study skills. All courses are Pass/Fail except for World Language courses which are on an A-F scale. Student performance will be graded on an A-F scale but not be factored into the grade point average (GPA). A grade of F in any FLEX courses will eliminate a student from all honor rolls. HBA Student Handbook rules, procedures and signed agreement apply. Please call me at 595-6302 or email to catta@hba.net if you have any questions.
All MS Students: YESS System: ABC BeAttitude Focus Be Persevering
Showing perseverance is: • Finding discipline within yourself, not just outside yourself. Not waiting to be told or reminded. Not giving up when the first thing goes wrong. • Holding your self accountable for meeting commitments. Asking for help when you need it. Finishing most projects you start. Be a joyful giver. • Setting goals and working toward them regularly. Giving 110% to all of your activities. • Living lives as a peacemaker. Getting rid of habits that don’t help me to live as God wished me to live with others; as children of God.
Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God. (Matthew 5:9)
Reflect as you choose your actions and behavior this month at home, in school and in our community. We take care of ourselves, each other and this place. See Mr. Lockridge’s invitation below to continue to Persevere, he says “Come to the Middle School MPR for a time of food and worship. This event will start at 6:00pm and end at 7:30pm.”
the ABCs of the YESS System:
ABC BeAttitude
You choose your…Attitude. You choose your…Behavior. You reap the results in Celebration or Consequence. Your Choices build your Character.
Ask your friends for help to persevere; to be your best self as Pythagoras said Friends are as companions on a journey, who ought to aid each other to persevere in the road to a happier life.
From the Registrar, Mrs. Archpru: ➢ Grade Corrections: Grade corrections to report cards have been completed and revised report cards will be mailed to you. Honor Roll information is being double-checked and announcements and revised Honor Roll Updated List are expected to be delayed for distribution in the 4/27 Bulletin. Thank you for your patience. From Director of Supplemental Programs, Mrs. Yahata: Summer School 2009 Summer School 2009 registration deadline: May 15. Check your catalog for courses and registration form. Catalog is also online at www.hba.net
From Athletic Director, Mr. Oshiro: 1. 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. Thanks, Mr. Oshiro 2. All Students: The spring sports season is winding down, so if you haven't already done so, go out and support your classmates at their various games, matches or meets! Sports with events remaining are varsity tennis, varsity golf, and various levels of Pac-5 baseball, softball, track and judo. Schedules are posted around campus, available at the athletic office and viewable on the school website. GO EAGLES...and GO WOLFPACK! Thanks, Mr. Oshiro
3. 7th & 8th Grade Boys: If you're interested in playing HBA summer basketball, sign up this week with Mrs. Matsushima in the middle school principal's office. We will be having summer practices and will be participating in Mid-Pacific's summer league. More information will be forthcoming. Thanks, Mr. Oshiro
From Cross Country Coach, Mr. Mukai: To all interested in participating in next years Cross Country Team: A meeting in (middle school Derek Coryell's room) (high school room 408) during the beginning of lunch on Wednesday April 22nd. Will be doing interest sign-up and handing out information. If you cannot make the meeting please see Mr. Mukai or Mr. Coryell to get the information.
From High School PE Teacher, Mr. Hayashi: Bowling Team Sign-Up: If you are interested in learning to bowl or interested in bowling in intramurals with other schools, sign-up this week with Mrs. Matsushima in the Front Office.
From Christian Ministries Director, Mr. Lockridge (Mrs. Gruspe): Students Gr. 7 to 12: Okay students, you will want to pay attention to this announcement. On Thursday night, April 23rd, there will be an evening worship for students. CEW is done, but we still need to Persevere. Come to the Middle School MPR for a time of food and worship. This event will start at 6:00pm and end at 7:30pm.
From Student Council Advisors, Mr. Traughber / Mr. Herder: Attention all students: The Student Council Film Festival will be held on Friday, May 8th from 6:00-9:00pm. Come out for a great time, free entertainment and free food!
If you like to submit a video for the film festival, please see Mr. Malinger by May 1st for a video review. Thanks.
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