Hawai'i Preparatory Academy's Podcast
Hawaiʻi Preparatory Academy (HPA) is an independent, co-educational K–12 day and boarding school in Waimea on Hawaiʻi Island. Rooted in place-based and experiential learning, HPA offers a rigorous academic program grounded in community, curiosity, and care for place. The Hawaiʻi Preparatory Podcast shares stories and perspectives from students, educators, and alumni, offering insight into life, learning, and opportunities at HPA — both in the classroom and beyond.
Episodes
8 episodes
Navigating Grief as a Family
How do we support children and adults through grief? In this episode, Hawaiʻi Preparatory Academy’s Lower School team creates space for an honest and compassionate conversation about bereavement—exploring how loss shows up across the lifespan a...
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Why HPA – Parent & Alumni Perspective
In this episode, our Admission team is joined by parents, and alumni to share their personal experiences at Hawai‘i Preparatory Academy. From the perspective of international families to the lasting impact of academics, athletics, and place-bas...
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Meet our Pre-K Lead Teacher – Monica Hurley
In this episode, we’re excited to introduce the newest member of the Hawai‘i Preparatory Academy ʻohana—our lead Pre-K teacher, Monica Hurley. Born and raised in Waimea, Monica brings deep roots in our island community and decades of experience...
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10:44
The Energy Lab at HPA
How does innovation come to life at Hawaiʻi Preparatory Academy? In this episode, HPA’s admission team takes listeners inside the Energy Lab, a state-of-the-art facility where sustainability, science, engineering, and real-world problem solving...
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51:45
Middle School at HPA
What makes the middle school years such a powerful time for growth? In this episode of the Hawaiʻi Preparatory Podcast, we take a closer look at Middle School at HPA and how this stage is intentionally designed to support curiosity, confidence,...
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45:34
Joyful Beginnings: Kindergarten at HPA
What does a joyful, supportive start to school look like? In this episode of the Hawaiʻi Preparatory Podcast, we focus on Kindergarten at HPA and the foundation it provides for lifelong learning.Hosted by Assistant Director of Admission ...
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