Aloha and Welcome!
Whether you are a returning family or joining us for the first time, this Back to School 101 page is here to help you navigate the beginning of the 2022-2023 school year!
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR FAMILIES
Who is the learning coach (LC)?
Who is the Learning Coach (LC)?
At HTA, the Learning Coach (LC) is typically the parent or guardian of a student. The Learning Coach plays an invaluable role in the academic lives of their student(s), as they work closely with teachers to ensure their child is receiving the guidance and support needed to succeed. We love our Learning Coaches!
New Learning Coaches are expected to attend two training sessions: Learning Coach (LC) 101 -- HonuHub and Learning Coach (LC) 102 -- Lincoln Empowered. These trainings show the Learning Coach how to navigate HTA's school platform, called HonuHub, as well as the curriculum platform, Lincoln Empowered, that the student will use for coursework. It is important that Learning Coaches attend the LC 101 training prior to attending the LC 102, as these trainings build upon one another.
At HTA, the Learning Coach (LC) is typically the parent or guardian of a student. The Learning Coach plays an invaluable role in the academic lives of their student(s), as they work closely with teachers to ensure their child is receiving the guidance and support needed to succeed. We love our Learning Coaches!
New Learning Coaches are expected to attend two training sessions: Learning Coach (LC) 101 -- HonuHub and Learning Coach (LC) 102 -- Lincoln Empowered. These trainings show the Learning Coach how to navigate HTA's school platform, called HonuHub, as well as the curriculum platform, Lincoln Empowered, that the student will use for coursework. It is important that Learning Coaches attend the LC 101 training prior to attending the LC 102, as these trainings build upon one another.
- Learning Coach 101: an introduction to HTA, HonuHub, and the role of Learning Coaches. New Learning Coaches may participate in these sessions virtually or face-to-face. Please note: families enrolled in pbHTA do not need to attend Learning Coach 101; they will attend LC 102 and pbHTA LC training sessions (below).
- Learning Coach 102 - Lincoln Empowered & Clever Training (Prerequisite: LC 101): an introduction to our curriculum platforms, Lincoln Empowered and Clever, for all new Learning Coaches. This training will be conducted virtually only. Please note: new pbHTA families and new NuVuX families must also attend LC 102.
- Learning Coach pbHTA 101 Training and Student Orientation: ONLY for the families enrolled in Oahu’s Grade 7/8 place-based HTA (pbHTA) program. This training will be conducted in-person only. All pbHTA students and LCs are expected to attend with their laptop. Time slots are available on HonuHub and listed below (teachers will communicate further details). As mentioned above, pbHTA families must also attend LC 102.
- Learning Coach NuVuX 101 Training: ONLY for families registered for the Oahu high school NuVuX program. Please note: new families, must attend LC 101 and 102 training sessions, in addition to the NuVuX 101 orientation. This training will be conducted virtually and all NuVuX students and LCs are expected to attend. The instructor will provide an introduction to NuVuX’s design studio concept and learning model and review the technology and materials used in the program.
Lc training dates & Times
Learning Coaches sign up for training sessions in HonuHub.
Learning Coach Training Session Dates & Times
Learning Coach Training Session Dates & Times
computer loan program
All HTA students must have access to a laptop in order to complete schoolwork and attend virtual classes. Students are welcome to use a personal laptop if they have one, or they can participate in HTA’s optional Computer Loan Program.
Families choosing not to participate in the program must ensure that each of their enrolled students has a personal laptop to use for school, both on-campus and off-campus.
Families choosing to participate in the program will need to sign up through HonuHub and pay a refundable deposit of $135 (click here for sign-up instructions). Parents will need to use a PayPal account (or sign up for one) to pay the computer loan deposit via HonuHub. HTA only accepts payments/sends refunds using PayPal for all transactions. Once payment is received, computers can be picked up on each campus on Computer Pick-Up and Picture Day. Payments must be made online in HonuHub prior to receiving a loaned computer and cannot be accepted in person.
Please review the complete Computer Loan Agreement (accessible to LCs via the Computer Loan Program tab) in HonuHub before choosing to participate.
For assistance, please email: tech@myhta.org.
Families choosing not to participate in the program must ensure that each of their enrolled students has a personal laptop to use for school, both on-campus and off-campus.
Families choosing to participate in the program will need to sign up through HonuHub and pay a refundable deposit of $135 (click here for sign-up instructions). Parents will need to use a PayPal account (or sign up for one) to pay the computer loan deposit via HonuHub. HTA only accepts payments/sends refunds using PayPal for all transactions. Once payment is received, computers can be picked up on each campus on Computer Pick-Up and Picture Day. Payments must be made online in HonuHub prior to receiving a loaned computer and cannot be accepted in person.
Please review the complete Computer Loan Agreement (accessible to LCs via the Computer Loan Program tab) in HonuHub before choosing to participate.
For assistance, please email: tech@myhta.org.
PICTURE DAY + COMPUTER PICK-UP
Computer Pick-Up and Picture Day will take place on the same days, as designated by each campus.
Masks must be worn when coming to campus. Students will be allowed to take off their masks when taking their school picture. Building entry will be restricted to students for photos and computer pick-up ONLY. *Please note that our mask guidance may be subject to change as policies are updated.*
IMPORTANT NOTE FOR FAMILIES IN HTA'S DISTANCE LEARNING PROGRAM
Students in HTA's Distance Learning Program will pick up their computers and take photos on their home island campus. Students who do not wish to take their picture on campus can send in their photo. More details per campus below. Only Distance Learning students from our OAHU CAMPUS must schedule appointments for computer-pick up; Distance Learning students on our Kauai, Maui, and Hawaii Island (Kona) campuses do not need to make appointments in HonuHub.
HTA PICTURE DAY
All students are required to have an HTA photo ID. This photo will be used for the Yearbook as well as a Student ID. Photos will be taken by Lifetouch for all campuses. If you would like to purchase school photos, visit the Lifetouch website before Picture Day on your campus to order photos. Students coming to campus for Picture Day should be dressed in appropriate attire that complies with the HTA dress code.
If you are in HTA’s Distance Learning program, or do not feel comfortable having your child(ren) participate in Picture Day, you will need to send HTA a photo of your child(ren) that can be used in the Yearbook and for the Student ID. The photo should be a headshot in front of a plain white background, and students need to be dressed in appropriate attire that complies with the HTA dress code. Photos must also be free of filters or anything that disguises the student’s face in any way. Please send photos to pic@myhta.org no later than August 3rd. Please include the student's name and Teacher/Advisory teacher’s name in the email. Please see below for Picture Day dates per campus.
LIFETOUCH ID NUMBERS BY CAMPUS (NEEDED TO ORDER PHOTOS)
Oahu Campus: 7XNFD3TVE
Kauai Campus: H2V9FGTVE
Maui Campus: 6B3G9HTVE
Hawaii Island Campus: WDZ8VZTVE
COMPUTER PICK-UP/PICTURE DAY DATES & TIMES PER CAMPUS
WAIPAHU CAMPUS
Address: 94-450 Mokuola St #200, Waipahu
HI 96797
Please note: All middle/high school students AND elementary students from our Ewa Campus will participate in Computer Pick-Up and Picture Day at our Waipahu Campus on the same dates and times.
On our Waipahu Campus, Computer Pick-Up appointments are scheduled in HonuHub. Students who are coming to campus to pick up a computer AND take their photo will need to make a Computer-Pick up appointment in HonuHub. Students who are ONLY taking their photo do not need to make an appointment in HonuHub.
Dates: July 28th and July 29th
Time: 9:00am - 2:00pm
Room for Computer Pick-Up: 16/17
Room for Photos: 6/8
Parking: See parking map for general information on where you can park. There are no reserved spots for our Waipahu Campus.
Learning Coaches will schedule an appointment for laptop pickups in HonuHub. Those picking up a computer will take a photo while they are on campus. Laptop pickups will be outside of rooms 16 & 17. Students who are picking up a computer in addition to taking pictures should first check in at rooms 16 & 17 at their appointment time to get their computers before returning to the photo line for pictures.
Students who are not picking up a computer will be welcomed by the first initial of their last names. Students with the last name starting with A-M will come to campus on July 28th. Students with the last name starting with N-Z will come to campus on July 29th. If families with multiple students are coming in for PICTURES ONLY, and the students have different last names, you may come to campus either day (July 28th or July 29th).
KAUAI CAMPUS
(No Appointments Needed)
Address: 4370 Kukui Grove St
Lihue, HI 96766
Date: July 29th, 2022
Time: 9:00am - 2:00pm
Room for Computer Pick-Up: Suite 103
Room for Photos: Suite 103
Parking: Please park in any available parking stall at the Kukui Grove Executive Center.
MAUI CAMPUS
(No Appointment Needed)
Address: 535 Lipoa Parkway Suite 200
Kihei HI 96753
Date: July 28th, 2022
Time: 9:00am - 2:00pm
Room for Computer Pick-Up: Second floor lobby of building
Room for Photos: Room adjacent to the lobby
Parking: Please park in any available stall in the center of the parking lot.
Hawaii Island (Kona) Campus
Address: 75-5995 Kuakini Highway, Suite 415
HI 96740
(No Appointment Needed)
Date: July 29th, 2022
Time: 9:00am - 2:00pm
Room for Computer Pick-Up: ONE SITE ONLY for ALL grades - Suite 415, Foyer
Room for Photos: ONE SITE ONLY for ALL grades - Suite 415, Foyer
Parking: Please park in any available parking stall at the Pottery Terrace.
Masks must be worn when coming to campus. Students will be allowed to take off their masks when taking their school picture. Building entry will be restricted to students for photos and computer pick-up ONLY. *Please note that our mask guidance may be subject to change as policies are updated.*
IMPORTANT NOTE FOR FAMILIES IN HTA'S DISTANCE LEARNING PROGRAM
Students in HTA's Distance Learning Program will pick up their computers and take photos on their home island campus. Students who do not wish to take their picture on campus can send in their photo. More details per campus below. Only Distance Learning students from our OAHU CAMPUS must schedule appointments for computer-pick up; Distance Learning students on our Kauai, Maui, and Hawaii Island (Kona) campuses do not need to make appointments in HonuHub.
HTA PICTURE DAY
All students are required to have an HTA photo ID. This photo will be used for the Yearbook as well as a Student ID. Photos will be taken by Lifetouch for all campuses. If you would like to purchase school photos, visit the Lifetouch website before Picture Day on your campus to order photos. Students coming to campus for Picture Day should be dressed in appropriate attire that complies with the HTA dress code.
If you are in HTA’s Distance Learning program, or do not feel comfortable having your child(ren) participate in Picture Day, you will need to send HTA a photo of your child(ren) that can be used in the Yearbook and for the Student ID. The photo should be a headshot in front of a plain white background, and students need to be dressed in appropriate attire that complies with the HTA dress code. Photos must also be free of filters or anything that disguises the student’s face in any way. Please send photos to pic@myhta.org no later than August 3rd. Please include the student's name and Teacher/Advisory teacher’s name in the email. Please see below for Picture Day dates per campus.
LIFETOUCH ID NUMBERS BY CAMPUS (NEEDED TO ORDER PHOTOS)
Oahu Campus: 7XNFD3TVE
Kauai Campus: H2V9FGTVE
Maui Campus: 6B3G9HTVE
Hawaii Island Campus: WDZ8VZTVE
COMPUTER PICK-UP/PICTURE DAY DATES & TIMES PER CAMPUS
WAIPAHU CAMPUS
Address: 94-450 Mokuola St #200, Waipahu
HI 96797
Please note: All middle/high school students AND elementary students from our Ewa Campus will participate in Computer Pick-Up and Picture Day at our Waipahu Campus on the same dates and times.
On our Waipahu Campus, Computer Pick-Up appointments are scheduled in HonuHub. Students who are coming to campus to pick up a computer AND take their photo will need to make a Computer-Pick up appointment in HonuHub. Students who are ONLY taking their photo do not need to make an appointment in HonuHub.
Dates: July 28th and July 29th
Time: 9:00am - 2:00pm
Room for Computer Pick-Up: 16/17
Room for Photos: 6/8
Parking: See parking map for general information on where you can park. There are no reserved spots for our Waipahu Campus.
Learning Coaches will schedule an appointment for laptop pickups in HonuHub. Those picking up a computer will take a photo while they are on campus. Laptop pickups will be outside of rooms 16 & 17. Students who are picking up a computer in addition to taking pictures should first check in at rooms 16 & 17 at their appointment time to get their computers before returning to the photo line for pictures.
Students who are not picking up a computer will be welcomed by the first initial of their last names. Students with the last name starting with A-M will come to campus on July 28th. Students with the last name starting with N-Z will come to campus on July 29th. If families with multiple students are coming in for PICTURES ONLY, and the students have different last names, you may come to campus either day (July 28th or July 29th).
KAUAI CAMPUS
(No Appointments Needed)
Address: 4370 Kukui Grove St
Lihue, HI 96766
Date: July 29th, 2022
Time: 9:00am - 2:00pm
Room for Computer Pick-Up: Suite 103
Room for Photos: Suite 103
Parking: Please park in any available parking stall at the Kukui Grove Executive Center.
MAUI CAMPUS
(No Appointment Needed)
Address: 535 Lipoa Parkway Suite 200
Kihei HI 96753
Date: July 28th, 2022
Time: 9:00am - 2:00pm
Room for Computer Pick-Up: Second floor lobby of building
Room for Photos: Room adjacent to the lobby
Parking: Please park in any available stall in the center of the parking lot.
Hawaii Island (Kona) Campus
Address: 75-5995 Kuakini Highway, Suite 415
HI 96740
(No Appointment Needed)
Date: July 29th, 2022
Time: 9:00am - 2:00pm
Room for Computer Pick-Up: ONE SITE ONLY for ALL grades - Suite 415, Foyer
Room for Photos: ONE SITE ONLY for ALL grades - Suite 415, Foyer
Parking: Please park in any available parking stall at the Pottery Terrace.
First week of school schedules
- Please click here for the elementary Start of School Schedule.
- Please click here for the statewide middle school First Week of School Schedule.
- Please click here for the high school First Week of School Schedule.
- Please click here for the Distance Learning Program First Week of School Schedule.
Drop-off and pick-up
For the safety of your student, parents are asked to drop off their student no earlier than 15 minutes prior to classes, and pick up their student within 15 minutes of dismissal. Supervision can not be ensured outside of these parameters. The reception area within our campuses are reserved for business purposes.
Oahu Campuses
Waipahu Campus (MS/HS): See parking map for general information on where you can park. There are no reserved spots for the HTA Oahu Campus. More detailed information on Elementary drop-off and pick-up process will be coming soon.
Ewa Beach Campus (ES): Families will park in the parking lot of the new Ewa Beach site. More details to come.
Maui Campus
Faculty will assist in drop-off and pick-up during the first couple weeks of school. Students will be dropped off in front of the building main entrance - families should not park. Faculty will direct traffic through the parking lot. Students may be dropped off no earlier than 15 minutes before their division start time. Families who are waiting to drop off should park along N. Holopono Street, adjacent to the building parking lot.
Hawaii Island Campus
Please park in any of the available stalls in the parking lots of Pottery Terrace for picture day and computer pick up. For daily drop off and pick up, please feel free to walk / meet your student at the front doors of campus. We will have staff helping in the parking lot the first few days of school. For campus visits, please stop by or make an appointment.
Kauai Campus
Please park in any of the available unmarked stalls at the Kukui Grove Executive Center.
Oahu Campuses
Waipahu Campus (MS/HS): See parking map for general information on where you can park. There are no reserved spots for the HTA Oahu Campus. More detailed information on Elementary drop-off and pick-up process will be coming soon.
Ewa Beach Campus (ES): Families will park in the parking lot of the new Ewa Beach site. More details to come.
Maui Campus
Faculty will assist in drop-off and pick-up during the first couple weeks of school. Students will be dropped off in front of the building main entrance - families should not park. Faculty will direct traffic through the parking lot. Students may be dropped off no earlier than 15 minutes before their division start time. Families who are waiting to drop off should park along N. Holopono Street, adjacent to the building parking lot.
Hawaii Island Campus
Please park in any of the available stalls in the parking lots of Pottery Terrace for picture day and computer pick up. For daily drop off and pick up, please feel free to walk / meet your student at the front doors of campus. We will have staff helping in the parking lot the first few days of school. For campus visits, please stop by or make an appointment.
Kauai Campus
Please park in any of the available unmarked stalls at the Kukui Grove Executive Center.
how to access + use the parent portal in honuhub
HonuHub is our internal system at HTA where we conduct all of our school operations. Now that your student is enrolled, you will have access to a new "Parent Portal" in HonuHub from the "Enrollment Portal" that you have been working in.
The Parent Portal is your new, daily home that you'll use on a regular basis for everything HTA. See instructions on how to access and use the Parent Portal. *Please note that it is imperative to consistently check the Student Announcements on your HonuHub Parent Portal.* All campus-specific information will be found in these announcements.
The Parent Portal is your new, daily home that you'll use on a regular basis for everything HTA. See instructions on how to access and use the Parent Portal. *Please note that it is imperative to consistently check the Student Announcements on your HonuHub Parent Portal.* All campus-specific information will be found in these announcements.
connecting with other hta learning coaches
HTA's 'Ohana Committee
Our 'Ohana Committees, known as our HOCs, are committees of awesome parents who provide support to our campuses - similar to a PTA. Joining an HOC committee on your island is a great way to connect with other parents, brainstorm fun ideas, and bring joyful events to keiki statewide.
To join your campus HOC, please email the following:
Oahu Campus: hoc@myhta.org; join the Facebook group.
Maui Campus: kfetterly@myhta.org
Hawaii Island Campus: hoc-kona@myhta.org
Kauai Campus: tsullivan@myhta.org
Learning Coach Directory: Connection and Mentoring
If you are a new family to HTA, please join the Learning Coach Directory in HonuHub, so you can be in touch with other parents who can provide Learning Coach mentorship. Sign Up Instructions
If you are a returning family, please update your information in the Learning Coach Directory. Directory Update Instructions
Our 'Ohana Committees, known as our HOCs, are committees of awesome parents who provide support to our campuses - similar to a PTA. Joining an HOC committee on your island is a great way to connect with other parents, brainstorm fun ideas, and bring joyful events to keiki statewide.
To join your campus HOC, please email the following:
Oahu Campus: hoc@myhta.org; join the Facebook group.
Maui Campus: kfetterly@myhta.org
Hawaii Island Campus: hoc-kona@myhta.org
Kauai Campus: tsullivan@myhta.org
Learning Coach Directory: Connection and Mentoring
If you are a new family to HTA, please join the Learning Coach Directory in HonuHub, so you can be in touch with other parents who can provide Learning Coach mentorship. Sign Up Instructions
If you are a returning family, please update your information in the Learning Coach Directory. Directory Update Instructions
'Ohana days
'Ohana Days are community-based events outside the day-to-day happenings of school. During these special days, students, families, teachers, and staff can get together to connect and have fun!
If anything is taking place on your campus, we'll let you know! Stay tuned!
If anything is taking place on your campus, we'll let you know! Stay tuned!
lunch
HTA does not provide lunch at any grade level. If your student has a designated lunch time on their schedule, please be sure they bring their lunch. We encourage the use of a recyclable container.
High school students have the privilege of leaving campus during their lunch period; however, this is a privilege, and if students do not return in time for their Advisory session or next class, this privilege will be revoked.
IMPORTANT P-EBT NOTICE:
The Charter School Commission has confirmed that, because HTA does not actually provide lunch for students, our students would not be eligible to receive P-EBT. The only exception may be if they had a "Direct Certification" status with the state which overrides the former. HTA does offer parents who would otherwise qualify for free lunch to fill out our application for reduced fees to help subsidize school fees such as the supply fee, computer loan program, field trips, etc. However, we do not receive school lunch funding to provide this benefit.
High school students have the privilege of leaving campus during their lunch period; however, this is a privilege, and if students do not return in time for their Advisory session or next class, this privilege will be revoked.
IMPORTANT P-EBT NOTICE:
The Charter School Commission has confirmed that, because HTA does not actually provide lunch for students, our students would not be eligible to receive P-EBT. The only exception may be if they had a "Direct Certification" status with the state which overrides the former. HTA does offer parents who would otherwise qualify for free lunch to fill out our application for reduced fees to help subsidize school fees such as the supply fee, computer loan program, field trips, etc. However, we do not receive school lunch funding to provide this benefit.
No Show policy
FIRST 10 DAYS OF SCHOOL (Department of Education Policy)
If a student misses 10 or more consecutive school days from the first day of school, the student will be unenrolled from HTA and reported as a “no-show” to the state.
FIRST MONTH OF SCHOOL (HTA Policy)
If a student misses more than five days of orientation, online work/class or face-to-face class during the first month of school, without a valid excuse approved by the school administration and documentation such as a doctor's note, the administration may, at its discretion, unenroll the student.
If a student misses 10 or more consecutive school days from the first day of school, the student will be unenrolled from HTA and reported as a “no-show” to the state.
FIRST MONTH OF SCHOOL (HTA Policy)
If a student misses more than five days of orientation, online work/class or face-to-face class during the first month of school, without a valid excuse approved by the school administration and documentation such as a doctor's note, the administration may, at its discretion, unenroll the student.
PAypal for HTA PAYMENTS
All parents should create a PayPal account. Payments to HTA are made through PayPal. HTA only issues refunds and reimbursements, such as refunds of deposits for computers, summer school courses and prom tickets, through PayPal. We strongly discourage the use of checks and cash.
Health and safety guidelines
HTA's COVID-19 Health and Safety Guidelines are currently in the process of being updated in light of the announcement by Hawaii Department of Health officials on Tuesday, July 12th. HTA will inform our 'ohana of the new guidelines as soon as they become available.
LC Training Session Recordings
HTA 22-23 School Calendar
HTA's school calendar can also be found on our website.
If you have questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out for assistance at 808-676-5444, or email us at info@myhta.org.
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