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# Eagle Eye

Hawaii Baptist Academy's Student News

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- [Seniors Step Up to Minister to Guam Youth](https://hbaeagleeye.com/seniors-step-up-to-minister-to-guam-youth/) - Caption: The Bluewater Mission Church youth team introduces themselves on the first meeting of the Guam Vineyard Youth conference. There were more than 200 local youth in attendance. In January, while middle and high school students were gearing up for Spirit Week, two HBA seniors were getting ready for a mission trip to Guam. On
- [Judokas Reflect on Final Season](https://hbaeagleeye.com/judokas-reflect-on-final-season/) - Senior judokas Joelle Lum and Sydney Lau have been competing for Pac-Five since middle school. This season, their final one in high school, closed on a high note for both of them, with Lum placing first and Lau placing third in the ILH championships for their respective weight classes. JOELLE LUM ('26) Joelle Lum began
- [Students Go On Science Adventure in New Zealand](https://hbaeagleeye.com/students-go-on-science-adventure-in-new-zealand/) - [Caption] Some students on the New Zealand trip took the chance to bungee jump ofF the AJ Hackett Bungy Kawarau Bridge. This spring break, HBA students traveled to New Zealand as part of their Science studies and returned with meaningful and unforgettable experiences. It was the first time visiting the country for many of them
- [New Student Council Elected](https://hbaeagleeye.com/new-student-council-elected-2/) - At the beginning of this quarter, elections were held to determine the student council for the 2026-2027 school year. The new council are: Leina Wong (President); Lexi Kamikawa (Vice President); Hannah Garces (Spiritual Chair); Keira Chang (Treasurer); Noah Pfeiffer (Public Relations Officer); and Sarah Bryer (Secretary). Three of these members, Wong, Garces, and Byrer, are
- [Sophomores Visit Pearl Harbor](https://hbaeagleeye.com/sophomores-visit-pearl-harbor-3/) - On the last day of the third quarter, the HBA's sophomores went on a field trip to Pearl Harbor to learn about the importance of Oahu's part in World War II. Divided into two groups, the sophomores split up to visit the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum and the U.S.S. Arizona. Then, altogether, they went aboard
- [Essays: Moving Forward Through Adversity](https://hbaeagleeye.com/essays-moving-forward-through-adversity/) - These three essays were written by seniors as their college application essays. "The Weight That Led Me Here" by Kate Iida ('26) When I look back to that day, the day that Drew collapsed on the football field, I can still see the blurs of players and coaches running back and forth, hear the wailing
- [Career Day Provides Practical Lessons, Advice](https://hbaeagleeye.com/career-day-provides-practical-lessons-advice/) - On February 25, the sophomore class expanded their learning with different slate of classes. Various guests, many of them HBA alumni, came on campus to speak about their careers. It was an opportunity for students to learn about a variety of professions—from medicine and engineering to aviation and the culinary arts—in order to help them
- [Illustration: Modern Medusa](https://hbaeagleeye.com/illustration-modern-medusa/) - Modern Medusa depicts the snake-headed figure from Greek mythology sitting alone in a deserted metropolis subway, a representation for social isolation. In traditional myths, Medusa is portrayed as an antagonist, whose gaze alone was powerful enough to turn people to stone. In this reimagining, however, she is presented as a victim rather than a villain.
- [How to Study Smart](https://hbaeagleeye.com/how-to-study-smart/) - Over the fall break, I was stressing with the PSAT coming up. Even in the first quarter, I found myself struggling to effectively study for my tests and quizzes, causing me to just waste hours of time when my brain wasn’t really holding onto the information. I finally took time over the break to do
- [What We Think About Artificial Intelligence](https://hbaeagleeye.com/what-we-think-about-artificial-intelligence/) - The power of artificial intelligence to take on tasks previously completed by humans alone has sparked a lot of conversation and heated debates. From generating images based on text prompts to analyzing large amounts of data in a split second to generate detailed analyses, AI is used across many fields, such as healthcare, business, research,
- [Battling the Brain Drain: Analyzing the Causes for Hawaiʻi’s Teetering Future](https://hbaeagleeye.com/battling-the-brain-drain-analyzing-the-causes-for-hawaiʻis-teetering-future/) - Living in Hawaiʻi is often considered a privilege because of its beauty and laid-back lifestyle. Regardless, too many people are “priced out of paradise” due to the high cost of living, lack of job opportunities, and high taxes. According to a 2024 State of ALICE in Hawaiʻi report, one in three families consider moving to
- [Homecoming 2026: Basketball Team Bios](https://hbaeagleeye.com/homecoming-2026-basketball-team-bios/) - January 16, 2026 – The girls varsity team will play first at 5:00 p.m. against the Damien Lady Monarchs. Then the boys will play against the Damien Monarchs at 6:30 p.m. Photographs by Ava Quinlan (’28) Girls Basketball The Lady Eagles are on a winning streak, with a 10-0 league record, going undefeated in their
- [My Father: Building Robots, Building People](https://hbaeagleeye.com/my-father-building-robots-building-people/) - My dad, Mr. Glenn Lee, is the founder of Team 359: The Hawaiian Kids, a competitive robotics team based in Waialua High and Intermediate School. Over the years, he has built up a legacy in the robotics community as the founder of one of the most decorated and successful teams in the world. While I
- [Seniors Win Mana Cup](https://hbaeagleeye.com/seniors-win-mana-cup/) - CAPTION: The senior class claim the Mana Cup during half-time of the Boys Basketball Homecoming game. Photograph by Ava Quinlan ('28) “P-A-R-T-Y,” the party was on the seniors’ side this year as they took home the annual Mana Cup for being the most spirited class of Spirit Week 2026. The seniors outscored the second-place sophomores
- [Summer Ventures](https://hbaeagleeye.com/summer-ventures/) - (Above) Vanessa He (second row, far left) with her squadron Charlie Company at dawn, at the U.S. Naval Academy Summer Seminar in Annapolis, Maryland. Photo courtesy of Vanessa He (’26). While August 4, 2025, marked the beginning of the new school year, it also meant the end of summer adventures for a handful of HBA
- [Trekking through Historical English Literature](https://hbaeagleeye.com/trekking-through-historical-english-literature/) - This fall break, 32 juniors and seniors, including myself, traveled to England to learn more about authors and books that we have read at school. Before we could see England’s countryside and the famous city of London, we stopped in Chicago for a long transit, making the most of our time by heading into the
- [High School Rolls Out Freshman Phone Ban](https://hbaeagleeye.com/high-school-rolls-freshman-phone-ban/) - (Above) Sophomores play games or watch videos on their phones while having lunch. Photograph by Kaitlyn Legawa (’28.) Hawai’i Baptist Academy freshmen began the new school year with a significant change to the high school’s cell phone-use policy: 9th graders have to put away their cell phones throughout the school day, including during breaks and
- [HBA Student Selected for 2025 Water Polo Junior Olympics](https://hbaeagleeye.com/hba-student-selected-for-2025-water-polo-junior-olympics/) - (Above) Zavior Ward is always ready for the competition. Photograph by Colton GallonO ('26) Standing at six-foot one, one hundred and eighty pounds, Zavior Ward is a problem in the water. Just last year, the senior center forward was named the ILH Player of the Year for the Le Jardin water polo team. (Ward played
- [Freshmen Deepen Connections At Camp](https://hbaeagleeye.com/freshmen-deepen-connections-at-camp/) - Fresh from their return from camp, the Class of 2029 gathered around a small puakenikeni sapling by the Nu’uanu Stream, some with o’o sticks in hand and others ready to sing a special blessing. While the planting of this young tree on the high school campus marked the conclusion of freshman camp, it also served
- [Spirit Week 2025: "What If Board Games Were Real?"](https://hbaeagleeye.com/spirit-week-2025-what-if-board-games-were-real/) - CAPTION: Junior class girls battling it out in Tug-oF-War during the 2025 Spirit Week. Photograph by Abbie Kato (25') A three point difference was all it took for the juniors to fall short during last year's Spirit Week. Having come so close to victory, they are determined to win it all come January 2026, when
- [Spike Nite Win Carries Eagles to States](https://hbaeagleeye.com/spike-nite-win-carries-eagles-to-states/) - Caption: Endurance, HBA’s mascot, walks through the crowd during halftime at Spike Nite. Photograph by Ava Quinlan ’28. On October 3, the Eagles competed against Le Jardin’s Bulldogs in HBA’s annual Spike Nite. The two schools have a history of competing for the top spot in their league, and this year HBA was able to
- [Made in Hawai'i Festival Draws Crowds](https://hbaeagleeye.com/made-in-hawaii-festival-draws-crowds/) - With thousands of people lining up outside of the Hawai’i Convention Center, the Made in Hawai’i Festival opened its doors at 10 A.M. on Friday, August 15, letting shoppers into the 31st annual event. This annual festival took place over the Labor Day weekend. According to Aloha State Daily, the festival “drew approximately 70,000 attendees
- [Welcoming 2025's New Staff](https://hbaeagleeye.com/welcoming-2025s-new-staff/) - As the new school year begins, there are a total of eight new staff and faculty joining the HBA high school and middle school ‘ohana. A few of them have close ties to the school while others are getting to know the HBA community for the first time. Mr. Noah Pourciau (pronounced poo-sho), the new
- [Japanese Wizards Win Trip to Japan](https://hbaeagleeye.com/japanese-wizards-win-trip-to-japan/) - On February 22, 2025, three HBA high school students won the 22nd annual Japan-America Society of Hawaii’s (JASH) Japan Wizards Statewide Academic Team Competition (JWC). The win, HBA's fourth, earned them a free trip to Japan. This year's event featured over 20 public and private school teams, and tested the participants' knowledge of Japanese culture
- [Catching Up with the Class of 2025](https://hbaeagleeye.com/catching-up-with-the-class-of-2025/) - As the 2025-26 school year kicks off, HBA's latest graduates are preparing to begin the long-anticipated “next chapter” of their lives: college. The Eagle Eye interviewed several students from the Class of 2025 to learn about what they're looking forward to in college and their insights from high school. Caroline Fisher | California Baptist University
- [Freshmen and Staff Recap First Weeks of School](https://hbaeagleeye.com/freshmen-and-staff-recap-first-weeks-of-school/) - (Above) The freshman class gathered for their first-ever class photo during the freshman orientation event on August 1, 2025, the week before the first day of school. Photo by Verily Coryell (’27) A rite of passage for freshmen as they begin the new school year is having to navigate the high school campus to find
- [2025 Judo Gallery](https://hbaeagleeye.com/2025-judo-gallery/) - Photographs by Abbie Kato (’25)
- [Freshmen Serve Community For a Day](https://hbaeagleeye.com/freshmen-serve-community-for-a-day/) - HBA’s freshmen took part in their first grade-level service project on April 9, 2025. Each homeroom was assigned to go a different organization in the Nuʻuanu neighborhood, including the American Cancer Society, Partners in Development (Tūtū and Me), and Nuʻuanu Baptist Church. Arlene Huster, high school librarian and freshman advisor, explained that the Freshman Service
- [The Beginning of a New Era: Girls Flag Football](https://hbaeagleeye.com/the-beginning-of-a-new-era-girls-flag-football/) - At the beginning of this school year, Hawaiʻi student athletes were in for a surprise when it was announced that a new high school sport was being added - flag football. There was an enthusiastic response from HBA girls, with seventeen of them signing up to join the HBA-Sacred Hearts co-op team, making up the
- [Juniors Finally Head to Camp](https://hbaeagleeye.com/juniors-finally-head-to-camp/) - On April 2, after bad weather forced the postponement of their grade level camp in March, the juniors finally headed to Camp Homelani for some time away from school. From enjoying campfire s’mores together to discovering their classmates' karaoke talents, the juniors shared laughs and made memories that drew them closer as a class. Every
- [2025 Spring Break Spain Trip](https://hbaeagleeye.com/2025-spring-break-spain-trip/) - By Lydia Halcomb (’25) and Abbie Kato (’25) This past spring break, 23 HBA high school students headed to Spain to expand their learning on the Spanish language and culture, and on art and architecture in Europe. Their itinerary took them to Granada, Sevilla, Toledo, and Madrid, where they experienced local activities, including taking a
- [East Coast Trip 2025](https://hbaeagleeye.com/east-coast-trip-2025/) - On March 18, 51 freshmen and 8th graders embarked on a trip to the East Coast to expand their knowledge on American history and government. From history museums to Broadway musicals, their itinerary was packed with historically and culturally important stops. Their journey began with a flight to the nation’s capital, Washington D.C., where they
- [Spirit Week 2025: Recap & Photo Gallery](https://hbaeagleeye.com/spirit-week-2025-recap-photo-gallery/) - This year’s Spirit Week will forever be one to remember: competition was close and fierce, classes each grew closer together, and both varsity teams won their double header basketball games at the Homecoming event. After much hard work and class spirit displayed throughout the week from all participating grades, the senior class of 2025 clinched
- [Students Go On Mission to Korea](https://hbaeagleeye.com/students-go-on-mission-to-korea/) - Thirteeen HBA students went to South Korea this spring break, representing the school on its first international mission trip. Planning for the trip began in the fall of 2024, when faculty and staff members Faye Takushi (English Department Chair), Patricia Chang (Director of Enrollment Management and Admissions), and Terence Li (Math Teacher) traveled to South
- [HBA's Quiet Caretakers](https://hbaeagleeye.com/hbas-quiet-caretakers/) - From puakenikenis to banana trees, HBA’s campuses in Nu’uanu feature a diverse array of plants. HBA students also get to enjoy green spaces when not in their classrooms—the elementary school’s grassy quad with its la’amia tree (one of just a small handful on Oahu) is a gathering place for assemblies and play, the middle school
- [Gallery: 24-25 Boys Varsity Basketball](https://hbaeagleeye.com/gallery-24-25-boys-varsity-basketball/) - Sixteen HBA boys played on the varsity basketball team this year—eight seniors, one junior, five sophomores, and two freshmen who were called up from the junior varsity team. With an ILH league record of 9 wins and 5 losses, the Eagles had a competitive season and bonded as team on and off the court. A
- [Freshman Head to First High School Camp](https://hbaeagleeye.com/freshman-head-to-first-high-school-camp/) - The Class of 2027 headed to Camp Homelani for their first grade-wide high school camp from September 20 to 22. The time spent at camp helped the students get to know each other through fun activities and family groups. Another focus of camp through the chapel sessions led by Christian Ministries Coordinator Charles Poore was
- [A Mad Dash Through the UK for English Class](https://hbaeagleeye.com/a-mad-dash-through-the-uk-for-english-class/) - Our journey to the United Kingdom began at 5:00 AM at the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport as 45 bleary-eyed but chipper students dragged their luggage across the airport, eager to begin their English Literature adventure. After about 26 hours of travel—including two flights, two transits, a brief confrontation between Frankfurt’s airport security and an
- [Restoring Pia Valley, One Plant At A Time](https://hbaeagleeye.com/pia-valley-restoration-one-plant-at-a-time/) - Last September, an assortment of botanists, nature enthusiasts, and students of HBA’s National Honor Society gathered in Pia Valley in East Oahu with one goal in mind: help restore the Pia Valley to its purest, natural state. Under the guidance of Protect & Preserve Hawaii, a local non-profit, the group of volunteers would hike into
- [Sophomores Visit Pearl Harbor](https://hbaeagleeye.com/sophomores-visit-pearl-harbor-2/) - On April 9, 2024, the sophomore class went on a social studies field trip to visit the Pearl Harbor National Memorial, the USS Missouri and the USS Arizona Memorial. Social Studies teacher Zachary Markwith believes that field trips to historical sites are key to helping students learn lessons from the past. He explained, “We must
- [Genki Revolution: Students Use Mud Balls to Clean Ala Wai](https://hbaeagleeye.com/genki-revolution-students-use-mud-balls-to-clean-ala-wai/) - The polluted, putrid, and hazardous canal known as the Ala Wai may become “fishable and swimmable within seven years” if the Genki Ala Wai Project gets its way. The project, a non-profit organization, was started with one mission in mind: to restore the Ala Wai Canal using environmentally-safe materials in the form of “Genki Balls,”
- [Choir and Band Go on Texas Tour](https://hbaeagleeye.com/choir-and-band-go-on-tour-to-texas/) - This fall break a group of 27 members of the Soldiers of Light Select Choir and Wind Ensemble made their way to Texas for a school-sponsored tour called the "Gratitude Tour". The students were made up of 7 sophomores and 20 seniors. Todd Yokotake, high school choir director, explained the purpose of this “Gratitude Tour”
- [Japanese Language Students Tour Hokkaido](https://hbaeagleeye.com/japanese-language-students-tour-hokkaido/) - This past fall break, 19 HBA students from the high school Japanese language program took a trip to Japan. In contrast to previous years when the study tour took students to central cities like Osaka, Kyoto, Hiroshima, and Tokyo, this tour headed north to Hokkaido. The goal of the trip was to “introduce the culture,
- [Hiking Club Takes Community Outdoors](https://hbaeagleeye.com/hiking-club-brings-community-outdoors/) - The Hiking Club at the high school has been busy this past semester since it was started in August by juniors Lauren Okuda, Kylie Ancheta, and Rhyan Cobb. They have been on three adventures so far: Lanikai Pillbox, Likeke Falls, and a Thanksgiving morning "Turkey Trek" sunrise hike on Kuliouou Ridge Trail. Faculty club advisor
- [Homecoming Games 2025](https://hbaeagleeye.com/homecoming-games-2025/) - January 17, 2025 – The girls varsity team will play first at 5:00 p.m. against the Mid-Pacific Owls. Then the boys will play against Hanalani at 6:30 p.m. Girls Basketball The Lady Eagles are on a winning streak, with a 7-1 league record, losing just one game this season against Hanalani. Tonight’s game against the
- [Freshmen Take Stock of Year](https://hbaeagleeye.com/freshmen-take-stock-of-year/) - The transition to high school can be difficult for freshmen, especially when it comes to academic expectations and extracurricular activities like sports. As the third quarter comes to a close, the Eagle Eye caught up with some freshmen and freshman advisors to see how they feel about the year thus far.Illustrations by Maya Wong (’28) “This
- [HBA Paddlers Race in Molokaʻi Hoe World Championships](https://hbaeagleeye.com/hba-paddlers-race-in-molokai-hoe-world-championships/) - Over the fall break, several HBA high school boys participated in the Molokaʻi Hoe World Championship Canoe Race, paddling 41 miles from Hale O Lono Harbor on Molokaʻi to the Hilton Hawaiian Village on O'ahu. The competition drew canoe paddling clubs from around the world, including teams from Hawaiʻi, Brazil, Japan, Australia, and the world
- [Catching Up with the Class of 2024](https://hbaeagleeye.com/catching-up-with-the-class-of-2024/) - As the first semester comes to a close, the Eagle Eye interviewed seven students from the Class of 2024 to see what they've been up to since graduation. Michelle Lee | Chapman University How has school been so far? School itself has been pretty good. Since I am in a smaller university, my largest class
- [Recipe: Apple Pie](https://hbaeagleeye.com/recipe-apple-pie/) - A homemade apple pie is perfect for the holidays. This pie features an apple filling with a touch of caramel and the recipe is adapted from Sally’s Baking Addiction. I've made some of my own modifications and have added some tips to guide you. The directions are super easy to follow but it does takes
- [You've Seen the Movie...Now Read the Book](https://hbaeagleeye.com/youve-seen-the-movie-now-read-the-book/) - You've seen the movie...now read the book! The books below have all been made into movies over the past year or so. Everyone always says, “Oh, the book was waaaay better!” Well, here’s your chance to see for yourself. The school library now has these ebooks available. You can check them out right on your
- [Sneak peek of HBA Arts and Film Festival](https://hbaeagleeye.com/sneak-peek-of-hba-arts-and-film-festival/) - HBA's annual Arts and Film Festival will be held at the high school campus on Friday, April 25 from 6-9 p.m. Unlike previous years, the 2014 HBAAFF will feature a science exhibit. Below are some highlights of what you can see at the festival. For the full information on HBAAFF, visit the festival website. Talent Show "I
- [Blog: Not Your Typical Beauty Blog](https://hbaeagleeye.com/blog-not-your-typical-beauty-blog/) - This isn’t your typical YouTube beauty guru’s blog. I will be sharing my experiences and knowledge about makeup that I have accumulated over the years. My observations throughout the years is that young girls are judged for wanting to explore with makeup. There is no harm for a girl to want to explore different eyeshadows, eyeliners,
- [Who Will You Vote For?](https://hbaeagleeye.com/who-will-you-vote-for/) - With student council elections taking place this week, an all-female group of candidates will voice their goals for next year in today's special assembly. "I think voters should consider leadership experience, evidence of support for the school, and who they think will help move the student body forward in good ways," says Bible teacher and
- [Photo Gallery: Art Class](https://hbaeagleeye.com/photo-gallery-art-class/) - Below are the art pieces made by the Advanced Drawing and Painting class, and the Basic Mixed Media class. Advanced Drawing and Painting: Handscape The Handscape is a drawing that includes a hand in a background. Students viewed and analyzed examples of Surrealistic Art by artists like Salvador Dali and Renee Magritte, and then created their own
- [New high school facilities open for use](https://hbaeagleeye.com/building-beginnings/) - On October 14, 2013, the grand opening of the new Science, Arts and Technology Building and Learning Resource Center took place. A performance by Halau Hula O Kalama and SOL began the ceremony held in the gymnasium. After the ceremony, students watched the ceremonial lei cuttings from the stairwells of the Science, Arts and Technology
- [My "Two Pieces" on Social Reality](https://hbaeagleeye.com/my-two-pieces-on-social-reality/) - Demi Lovato is absolutely my favorite music artist. Her stunning vocals with powerful lyrics make for amazing songs. While I seriously love just about all of her songs, my top favorites of hers are “Skyscraper”, “Shouldn’t Come Back”, and “Give Your Heart a Break”. Perhaps my favorite part of Demi is her story. Years of
- [Making Student iPad Life Easier: myHomework App](https://hbaeagleeye.com/making-student-ipad-life-easier-myhomework-app/) - HBA has jumped on the modern technology bandwagon by giving its students their long awaited iPads. Being able to subtract a few pounds from the textbook load is definitely a plus, but there's one more benefit other than the improvement to a student's spinal health: the myHomework Student Planner. This app is open for free
- [Take The Edge Off College](https://hbaeagleeye.com/take-the-edge-off-college/) - A junior's reflection on leaving her island home for college Growing up in the islands has given me many experiences that most children and teens around the world don’t necessarily get. That being said, it has also kept me from being exposed to numerous possible circumstances I will be faced with in the future. That’s
- [Insidious: Chapter 2](https://hbaeagleeye.com/insidious-chapter-2/) - Insidious: Chapter 2 thrived on the fame of the first Insidious. In the first movie, a young boy named Dalton is swept into an unexplainable comma. Strange and terrifying events start plaguing the family. The family calls in Elise, a paranormal expert. Elise tells the family of a solution to their problem, but it’s risky.
- [Radio Killed the Popular Song](https://hbaeagleeye.com/radio-killed-the-popular-song/) - “Video Killed the Radio Star” is a song by The Buggles, a British band, that came out in 1979. It depicts the fall of radio musicians due to the rise of television, which became very popular during this time period, or at least, many people finally had the money to buy one. Thirty years later,
- [More Than Words](https://hbaeagleeye.com/more-than-words/) - Before the internet was the latest fad with its modern text and ability to send a message to anyone around the world, there was the pen and the paper. Of course, email is extremely convenient and widely used by a majority of our generation. However, emails lack a certain character that handwritten letters offer with
- [Pokemon X & Y](https://hbaeagleeye.com/pokemon-x-y/) - The release of the new Pokémon X and Y has stirred a lot of conversation especially with all the changes the game brings to the world of Pokémon, particularly the new fairy type. But let me first say that I have been playing Pokémon since the blue, red, and yellow versions. I started playing since
- [Seniors Give Back](https://hbaeagleeye.com/seniors-give-back/) - Instead of beginning a typical Wednesday with last-minute test cramming and Mills uniforms, the Class of 2014 put on their Spirit shirts and athletic shorts in preparation for a highly anticipated Senior Day on October 14. Through the culmination of the class council’s efforts and planning, this year’s Senior Day was packed with activities. The
- [Freshman Experience "Journey to the Cross"](https://hbaeagleeye.com/freshman-experience-journey-to-the-cross/) - For their first high school camp together, the Class of 2017 explored Jesus Christ’s journey to the cross and learned more about the significance of his crucifixion. Held in mid-October, the freshman camp featured a simulation of the crucifixion of Christ. On the first night, the students were blindfolded and led through the simulation. They
- [Editorial: Oh, The Places You’ll Go!](https://hbaeagleeye.com/editorial-oh-the-places-youll-go/) - Discovering the importance of international travel Knowledge learned in the classroom cannot compare to knowledge gained by a first-person experience. College study abroad programs are an example of learning through experience. Traveling internationally is about the experience, the feeling of leaving your comfort zone, and facing the unknown—for the sake of discovering yourself and the
- [Cross Country Competes at States](https://hbaeagleeye.com/cross-country-competes-at-states/) - HBA’s varsity cross country boys qualified for the state championships on Kauai but were unable to defend last year’s Division II victory because they could not field the required five runners for a team. The varsity girls were able to team up to run at States and finished 14th overall. This year’s top finishers were
- [DSLR Or Point And Shoot?](https://hbaeagleeye.com/dslr-or-point-and-shoot/) - Buying a new camera may not seem like the biggest of deals, but recently students have taken to buying Digital Single Lens Reflex (DSLR) cameras. DSLR cameras today can start at under $500 and move up all the way to tens of thousands of dollars. In the range of $1000, Canon and Nikon are the
- [Unaware of the Awareness](https://hbaeagleeye.com/unaware-of-the-awareness/) - Is it possible to be so unaware of how unaware you really are? I'm talking about the spreading of important issues among the student population in schools. When I say 'important issues', I'm sure a few things come to mind. Drugs, alcohol use, cyber bullying, etc. They're all problems that have made their way for
- [Pentatonix Craze](https://hbaeagleeye.com/pentatonix-craze/) - I always knew Pentatonix was going to do well. In 2011, the group of five won the acapella TV competition Sing Off on the NBC network, and since then, the group has experienced a lot of success with the release of their second EP (extended play) PTX vol. 2. A few weeks, the group released a video on
- [The War of Love: Boys vs. Girls](https://hbaeagleeye.com/the-war-of-love-boys-vs-girls/) - If you looked at all the pop songs from the 19th century to today, a huge majority of those songs are about one thing: love. Then, if one took the time to analyze the lyrics of love songs by women and love songs by men, there’s a distinct difference. Most songs performed by women are
- [Emotional Wreck-ing Ball](https://hbaeagleeye.com/emotional-wreck-ing-ball/) - In September, Miley Cyrus released the music video to her newest single “Wrecking Ball”. The video broke the VEVO 24 hour Record for views with an astounding 19.3 million. If Miley was looking for some attention, she got it. What probably made people flock to watch the video was news that Miley was naked for
- [Catching Fire](https://hbaeagleeye.com/catching-fire/) - The book will almost always be better than the movie; however, the movie version of Catching Fire lives up to its book pretty well. Catching Fire is the second part of The Hunger Games trilogy by Suzanne Collins. The overall story is about a girl named Katniss Everdeen who lives in District 12, the poorest and lowest
- [In DisDRESS: HBA Dress Code Modification for Girls](https://hbaeagleeye.com/in-disdress-hba-dress-code-modification-for-girls/) - As the Winter Banquet makes its approach, the buzz about what to wear for the formal event is becoming more uproarious than usual. Earlier this week, there was an email from the principal to all of the girls attending this year's Winter Banquet about the updated dress code restrictions. Upon taking a closer look at
- [A Trip to the Morgue](https://hbaeagleeye.com/a-trip-to-the-morgue/) - On December 5 and 6, Forensics students took a trip to the Medical Examiner's Office to get a glimpse of forensic science in the real world. Forensics teacher Jordan Yasutomi led the trips, which consisted of juniors and seniors. "Together with the forensics examiner, students performed case studies where most of the medical examiner's patients
- [Fan Mail for It's A Wonderful Life](https://hbaeagleeye.com/fan-mail-for-its-a-wonderful-life/) - Below is a selection of fan mail from English students to the actors in HBA's recent drama class production of It's a Wonderful Life. Check back for more as fan mail comes in. Dear Vivian, You were born for the spotlight. Although you had a rather small role, you totally crushed it. Every time you
- [Spirit Week Work-Out Day Costumes](https://hbaeagleeye.com/spirit-week-day-1-work-out-day-featured-costumes/) - Spirit Week 2014 kicked off this past Monday with its first dress up theme: Work-Out Day Students worked hard to create their most sporty costumes—luckily, without breaking a sweat. You can be featured in an upcoming Featured Costumes post too! Just come in your best attire and maybe you'll be spotted! Junior Rika Shinsato
- [Spirit Week Era Day Costumes](https://hbaeagleeye.com/spirit-week-era-day-costumes-2/) - The second day of Spirit Week was probably the most culturally diverse of the entire week. This day's theme called for students to dress up according an assigned era. The assignments were: 7th Grade: Roman 8th Grade: Western 9th Grade: The Great Depression 10th Grade: Futuristic 11th Grade: Egypt 12th Grade: Pirates
- [Spirit Week Day Four Recap](https://hbaeagleeye.com/spirit-week-day-four-recap/) - Spirit Week 2014 excitement continues as each grade presented their Pepper Squad routines on Thursday. The highlight of Day Four is when classes present their pepper squad during the end of day assembly. This year, each class must tell an original backstory of their assigned villain or monster. In previous years, the dress-up day assignment
- [Movie Review: Frozen](https://hbaeagleeye.com/movie-review-frozen/) - Disney kicked off the Christmas season with its release of the animated movie Frozen. After hitting the box office in November alongside Catching Fire, Frozen captivated the hearts of both children and adults. Frozen tells the story of a naive princess named Anna and her journey to find her older sister Elsa, whose magical powers
- [Innocent or Guilty? Mock Trial Season Begins](https://hbaeagleeye.com/innocent-or-guilty-mock-trial-season-begins/) - The young lady at the stand becomes visibly nervous as she settles into her seat. She waits for the first of what she knows will be a long series of questions. Her mind races with facts, responses, and witty comebacks for the lawyer standing before her. Mock Trial is about to begin. This year’s Mock
- [Sophomores win Mana Cup](https://hbaeagleeye.com/sophomores-win-mana-cup/) - Sophomores dominated Spirit Week 2014 in three of four major categories: All-School Cheer, Mascot, and Pepper Squad, giving them the victory and the Mana Cup. They finished with a total of 305 points, while the seniors finished with 278 points, and the juniors came in third with 266 points. It was an unexpected win, especially
- [My New Year Resolution is...](https://hbaeagleeye.com/my-new-year-resolution-is/) - Each new year offers a fresh start to achieve new goals and get rid of old habits. At the start of the year, a lot of people make resolutions to change something in their life or to accomplish something. Here are some 2014 New Year's resolutions that HBA students and faculty have made: "Sleep less, eat less,
- [Superbowl 2014: Broncos vs. Seahawks](https://hbaeagleeye.com/broncos-seahawks-advance-to-super-bowl/) - The Denver Broncos and Seattle Seahawks clinch their conferences and will face off in New Jersey on February 2, 2014. The road to the Super Bowl narrowed even more as four teams turned into two in a matter of hours. Sunday featured two critical games; games that determined who would play in the Super Bowl
- [The Truth About Eating Disorders](https://hbaeagleeye.com/the-truth-about-eating-disorders/) - We've all heard about the obesity epidemic in America—fast food galore, no exercise, and excess calorie intake—but what about the growing number of eating disorders? Whenever we hear about obesity, the solution seems to be clear: eat fat free foods, cut out empty calories, exercise more. However, our understanding of eating disorders are more hazy
- [Pac-5 Paddling](https://hbaeagleeye.com/pac-5-paddling/) - Photograph courtesy of Mark Yamauchi and Carolyn Caballes. "Paddling isn't a sport." I don't know how many times I have heard these exasperating words come from the mouths of my fellow classmates. It really bothers me, especially since I am part of the PAC-Five paddling team. Paddling may not be what you might typically think
- [Feminism vs. Masculism: The Two Way Road](https://hbaeagleeye.com/feminism-vs-masculism-the-two-way-road/) - Cleaning is not the exactly the best part about camp but nonetheless must be done. On the last day of camp, my cabin was assigned to clean the front porch of the Big House. As half of my cabin mates cleaned the cabin, the other half, including me, went to clean the porch. As we
- [Eagles Chart Impressive Season](https://hbaeagleeye.com/eagles-chart-impressive-season/) - Molokai game photograph courtesy of Andrew Dang. The varsity basketball girls wrapped up their season with an overall record of 14-4 (9-0 division), becoming ILH Division 2 champions for the second consecutive year and placing third in the division state championships. This is the first time the Lady Eagles have made it to the state
- [HBA Celebrates Chinese New Year](https://hbaeagleeye.com/hba-celebrates-chinese-new-year/) - HBA’s faculty and students celebrated the beginning of another lunar year on January 31. Chinese lion dancers came to HBA’s high school during lunch period to celebrate Chinese New Year with everyone on campus. Chinese Club advisor Li Schoolland said that “the happy and energetic atmosphere created by the celebration is a blessing to the
- [Why Valentine's Day Isn't That Big Of A Deal](https://hbaeagleeye.com/why-valentines-day-isnt-that-big-of-a-deal/) - Despite being the holiday of romance and love, St. Valentine’s Day has earned an almost infamous connotation. It’s a given that this holiday will bring flower/chocolate/gift shops a sudden boost in income as men and women all over the world scramble to find the perfect gift for their loved one. There’s a plethora of ways
- [Finding Truth In HBA's Jacket Rule](https://hbaeagleeye.com/finding-truth-in-hbas-jacket-rule/) - Earlier this semester, I held a strong disagreement toward one of HBA's dress code rules. The rule stated that students could not wear "unapproved clothing, such as... non-HBA approved jackets." The high school student handbook lists the following as HBA-approved jackets: the black Mills zipper jacket, the Mills rain jacket, the gray HBA hoodie, and
- [HBA Students Participate in It’s Academic](https://hbaeagleeye.com/hba-students-participate-in-its-academic/) - BY KAYCI KUMASHIRO ('17) & SAKI LE ('17) A team of HBA high school students participated in the televised quiz show, It's Academic, in early January. This is the second year that HBA has taken part in the show. The team, consisting of seniors Michael Burton and Ansleigh Seaver, and junior Alecia Griffin were given only
- [High School Musical Auditions](https://hbaeagleeye.com/high-school-musical-auditions/) - BY AIMEE CLARK ('17) At the beginning of the semester, students in the theater class had the opportunity to audition for parts in High School Musical, the class’s spring production. Students were required to memorize many parts for the audition. Theater teacher Chad Logan said, “To get a lead role, you need to audition. In
- [All Rise for Mock Trial](https://hbaeagleeye.com/all-rise-for-mock-trial/) - The young lady at the stand becomes visibly nervous as she settles into her seat. She waits for the first of what she knows will be a long series of questions. Her mind races with facts, responses, and witty comebacks for the lawyer standing before her. Mock Trial is about to begin. This year’s Mock
- [New Additions: Basketball Intramurals and Entrepeneurship Day](https://hbaeagleeye.com/new-additions-basketball-intramurals-and-entrepeneurship-day/) - On the week of February 24, HBA hosted its first Intramural Basketball Tournament and Entrepreneurship Day at the high school. The tournament was organized by history teacher Robert Weismantel. Entrepreneurship Day was an opportunity for students to sell goods such as t-shirts, beanies, desserts and other handmade items to benefit a charity. “If you want
- [Interact Members Participate in Relay For Life](https://hbaeagleeye.com/interact-members-participate-in-relay-for-life/) - Photographs by Walden Butay ('14) On February 21, HBA's Interact Club gathered at Roosevelt High School to participate in the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life. At Relay for Life, participants spend a night walking around a track to raise awareness for cancer, and to honor cancer survivors and those who have lost their lives to
- [Rude Radio Hosts: Another Reason To Get Car Sick](https://hbaeagleeye.com/rude-radio-hosts-another-reason-to-get-car-sick/) - Radio hosts are set in place to give stations a ‘personality’ that the common public will recognize and remember. While having complete control of a live show can be a liberating job, it’s not an excuse to belittle people just because it increases self-esteem and solicits laughs from other people. Any host’s main focus is
- [Volleyball Boys Poised for New Season](https://hbaeagleeye.com/volleyball-boys-poised-for-new-season/) - The Boys Varsity Varsity team placed fourth at the Maui Invitational Volleyball Tournament held at Seabury Hall where they participated in a two-day, ten-team tourney. The boys team traveled to Seabury High School in Makawao, Maui from February 28 to March 1 for the tournament. There were two pools of five teams and HBA's pool
- [The Story of Us](https://hbaeagleeye.com/video-the-story-of-us/) - While many students never had the opportunity to meet Colonel Stanley A. Sagert, the man credited with saving HBA, they are reminded of his name daily as we go to school on the Stan Sagert Campus. Sagert served as President of HBA for 17 years and died on January 25, 2014 at the age of
- [The Truth And History Behind April Fool's Day](https://hbaeagleeye.com/the-truth-and-history-behind-april-fools-day/) - April Fool's Day is best known for the pranks and practical jokes pulled on innocent and unsuspecting people simply for entertainment and laughs. While the day itself is supposed to be a light hearted and comedic time, the history behind it is not so humorous. Circa AD 276, Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius Probus was proclaimed
- [Are They Mad At Me?](https://hbaeagleeye.com/are-they-mad-at-me/) - Have you ever felt afraid that someone close to you is angry with you? You sense the harsh, cold vibe surrounding their actions and realize, without anyone having said anything, that they're really upset with you. But what do you do about it? And what if you're just overreacting? Everyone deals with anger differently. Some
- [Band Wins Silver Award at California Festival](https://hbaeagleeye.com/band-wins-silver-award-at-california-festival/) - The HBA high school wind ensemble went to Disneyland during Spring Break to perform at the Anaheim Heritage Festival and won a silver award. This is the first time that an HBA high school band has taken part in a competition on the mainland. The event featured schools from all over the country and took
- [Freshmen and Sophomores Hit the Big Apple](https://hbaeagleeye.com/sophomores-hit-the-big-apple/) - While many students enjoyed the local sun and waves this Spring Break, a group of 0ver 50 freshmen and sophomores explored the concrete jungles of New York City in 30-degree weather. HBA’s annual East Coast Trip took the students through Virginia, Washington D.C, Pennsylvania, and New York. Along the way, students visited Gettysburg, the Pennsylvania
- [Prom Brings Hollywood Glamour](https://hbaeagleeye.com/prom-brings-hollywood-glamour/) - On Monday March 19, over 200 students attended HBA's annual junior-senior banquet at the Hilton Prince Kuhio Hotel in Waikiki. After months of promposals in school and planning by the junior banquet committee, the event, themed "A Red Carpet Affair," took place on the first Monday of Spring Break. At HBA, the junior class traditionally
- [2014-2015 Student Council Announced](https://hbaeagleeye.com/2014-2015-student-council-announced/) - The 2014-2015 Student Body election results are in. After hearing what the candidates had to say at a special assembly on Tuesday, students voted for who they saw fit to run the next student council. PRESIDENT Jantzen Nakai ('16) VICE PRESIDENT Joshua Kishaba ('15) CORRESPONDING SECRETARY Rylie Sumimoto ('15) RECORDING SECRETARY Sydney Lau ('15) TREASURER
- [Eagle Eye Takes Top Awards](https://hbaeagleeye.com/eagle-eye-takes-top-awards/) - Hawaii Baptist Academy's Eagle Eye newspaper and website staff won six state awards and finished third place overall at the 45th annual Hawaii High School Journalism Awards. By Bryn Yasui ('14) & Joshua Fasi ('15) Students from both public and private schools gathered for the awards luncheon in the Pagoda Hotel Ballroom on April 23
- [Students' Pet Peeves](https://hbaeagleeye.com/students-pet-peeves/) - Just like the teachers here at HBA, high school students were also asked to express any pet peeves they have when it comes to teachers. This is what they had to say: 1. I dislike when teachers favor certain students just because they do better in that class. It doesn’t give the other students
- [Teachers' Pet Peeves](https://hbaeagleeye.com/teachers-pet-peeves/) - Teaching definitely has its favorable moments but teachers have no shortage of personal pet peeves when it comes to their daily interactions with students. Some HBA high school teachers were asked to share what specifically irked them during the school day. Here's what they had to say: 1. When students ask, "Did I miss anything?"
- [Freshmen Look Back on 2014](https://hbaeagleeye.com/freshmen-look-back-on-2014/) - By Kayci Kumashiro ('17) | Junior Staff Writer Metal lockers line the walls of hallways as they are filled with jovial chatter about summer vacation. Folders, papers, and pencils, still in their original packaging, are stacked neatly on shelves. It was August 2013, the start of a new school year at HBA, and for 122 students,
- [The Difference Between Humility and Self-Deprecation](https://hbaeagleeye.com/the-difference-between-humility-and-self-deprecation/) - It’s often mistaken that complimenting someone means that you are required to discredit your own abilities in order to make it sincere. You enter a pathway of telling someone how good they are at something, but spiral down the road until it’s about how you don’t measure up or about your flaws. At this point,
- [Grace Vs. Justice](https://hbaeagleeye.com/grace-vs-justice/) - From the April/May Eagle Eye Print Edition. We tend to see grace and justice as opposing concepts, each giving a different view to the same situation, like two different kinds of lenses. Justice is the objective lens, shaped by a concrete set of rules that determine what you deserve based on values. Grace, on the
- [HBA's Change of Heart](https://hbaeagleeye.com/hbas-change-of-heart/) - From the April/May Eagle Eye Print Edition On February 14, 2014, HBA administration enacted a landmark decision when it changed its Zero Tolerance Policy from an automatic dismissal to a case-by-case review. That decision, in my opinion, was a foolish one. Perhaps one can analyze the context of the decision and defend the administration. A recent
- [VP's Column: Zero Tolerance Policy](https://hbaeagleeye.com/vps-column-zero-tolerance-policy/) - From the April/May Eagle Eye Print Edition | By Vice Principal Ryan Frontiera In this month’s print edition of the Eagle Eye there are two editorials regarding the recent change to HBA’s automatic dismissal policy in the case of a zero-tolerance offense. While the student pieces will no doubt raise good questions, I was asked
- [From the VP: Response to Eagle Eye Editorials](https://hbaeagleeye.com/from-the-vp-policy-change-on-zero-tolerance-offenses/) - The following is a response to two student editorials on the recent change to the school’s handbook policy regarding “zero-tolerance offenses.” To see an explanation of the original decision, click here. First off, I wanted to take the time to thank Danielle Woo and Alex Mai for their well-thought and articulate editorials. As I stated
- [Pass, Set, Hit](https://hbaeagleeye.com/pass-set-hit/) - The student council hosted the high school’s first ever volleyball intramural tournament. Students formed teams between three and six players to participate in the two week-long tournament. The goal of intramural volleyball is fun and team participation. History teacher Robert Weismantel, who organized the tournament, said, “I want the students to enjoy the opportunity for
- [Movie Review: Divergent](https://hbaeagleeye.com/movie-review-divergent/) - In this year's most-anticipated dystopian film, Divergent, there is everything from secrecy to danger, followed by a generous serving of romance, of course. If you fell head over heels for Hunger Games and Twilight, this film is right up your alley. Based on the 2011 book series by Veronica Roth, Divergent is about a seemingly ordinary
- [A Day At The Fair](https://hbaeagleeye.com/fun-fair/) - Photographs by Kylie Yamauchi ('16) & courtesy of HBA parent Dennis Kaida. On April 26, students and families of HBA gathered at the elementary campus for the school’s annual fun fair. The fair, organized by the Parent-Teacher Fellowship (PTF), offered a variety of food booths, games, rides, and entertainment. Like past years, the majority of the
- [Four Championships in Four Years](https://hbaeagleeye.com/four-championships-in-four-years/) - Photographs courtesy of James Miura and Deren Oshiro. For the fourth time in four years, HBA's varsity boys volleyball team captured the HHSAA Division 2 State Championship title. The match, held on Saturday, May 10, at the Neil Blaisdell Center, secured HBA’s sixth state championship in seven years. The Eagles beat Seabury Hall's Spartans 21-25,
- [New Student Council Elected](https://hbaeagleeye.com/new-student-council-elected/) - The 2014-2015 student council was announced with sophomore Jantzen Nakai as President, junior Joshua Kishaba as Vice President, junior Rylie Sumimoto as Corresponding Secretary, junior Sydney Lau as Recording Secretary, and sophomore Isabel Wiemken as Treasurer. Many of this year’s candidates acknowledged the 2013-2014 class council's work, and promised to uphold this year’s standard in
- [Hālau Hula 'o Ka lama 'Ula](https://hbaeagleeye.com/halau-hula-o-ka-lama-ula/) - By Kayla Lum Kee ('16) | Junior Staff Writer Hula is very important to Hawaii, having been a part of Hawaiian culture since the ancient times when Hawaii still had its monarchy. After the Hawaiian monarchy was overthrown, the Hawaiians had nothing left but their traditions and customs. They felt that their monarchy could be taken
- [Analyzing Candidates' Speeches](https://hbaeagleeye.com/analyzing-candidates-speeches/) - The power to vote for the student council gives students the ability to choose who they want to be their leaders. Everyone is entitled to their own opinions and there are many factors that influence students’ votes. These factors can range from the grade level of the candidate, the candidate’s actual speech, to the favors
- [Book Review: The Fault In Our Stars](https://hbaeagleeye.com/book-review-the-fault-in-our-stars/) - John Green’s The Fault In Our Stars is not your average love story. It’s not one where you’ll find two unstoppable lovers standing in the face of danger, nor one that takes place in a happy-go-lucky world. If you were looking for a book like that, I’d recommend Twilight or Dear John. The Fault In
- [HBAAFF Takes the Stage](https://hbaeagleeye.com/hbaaff-takes-the-stage/) - On April 25, close to 600 people attended HBA’s Arts and Film Festival (HBAAFF), showcasing student artwork and films at the high school campus for the first time. Making use of the new Arts & Science building, and Learning Center, the festival gave visitors a chance to enjoy and browse through projects done in Art,
- [The High School's Mightiest Heroes](https://hbaeagleeye.com/the-high-schools-mightiest-heroes/) - On the first day of school, I walked with weary eyes and lazy steps to meet the rest of my sleepy classmates. Thankfully, the 2014-2015 high school council revived us with a game that soon had the entire school jumping in the bleachers. After close examination of the council, I have concluded that a team this great
- [New School Year Comes With New Courses](https://hbaeagleeye.com/new-school-year-comes-with-new-courses/) - This school year, HBA students have the opportunity to enjoy new courses in a variety of subjects. There are two new art and science classes along with history, writing, and elective courses. ANIMATION A course introducing students to the fascinating world of animation. Students will be working primarily on computers to make their drawings come to life.
- [Is Technology Really Ruining Our Lives?](https://hbaeagleeye.com/is-technology-really-ruining-our-lives/) - You’ve heard this before: Adults complaining that life has been taken over by computers and social networking, and that we are now walking zombies glued to our smartphones. The older they are, the more begrudging these techno-critics seem to be toward today’s advancements. But is technology really ruining generations to come? Is it the cause
- [DOs and DON'Ts for Picture Day](https://hbaeagleeye.com/dos-and-donts-for-picture-day/) - By Danielle Toda ('15) and Aaron Wilford ('15) Monday, August 11. The day that could make or break your school year. With one flash, your best or worst moment could be captured in 1,260 yearbooks for all of eternity. Luckily, we are here to help you take the picture you'll want to send to your
- [Movie Review: X-Men Days of Future Past](https://hbaeagleeye.com/movie-review-x-men-days-of-future-past/) - What better way to avoid the sweltering summer heat than in a comfortable air conditioned theater, watching a movie. This summer break I did exactly that. I looked for any excuse to spend the day in a movie theater, preferably the $5 one in Kailua, where I could escape the muggy outdoors. This summer's list
- [New Teacher Profiles](https://hbaeagleeye.com/new-teacher-profiles/) - This year, the high school HBA faculty welcomes four new members: Sean Shiroma, Lesley Stevens, Lauren Takao, and Elena Yoo. Sean Shiroma (Biology, Chemistry) "...God has guided me to teach science here at HBA and I have thoroughly enjoyed it so far!" —Sean Shiroma I am originally from Mililani and went to Mililani High School.
- [Up and Coming: SPROUT](https://hbaeagleeye.com/up-and-coming-sprout/) - Sitting on noisy Koko Head Avenue in Kaimuki, a small sandwich shop named Sprout has become a local hotspot for the Kaimuki towners. Sprout is a surf themed shop that sells homemade sandwiches, desserts, and drinks. I will be reviewing this lunch stop as part of our new series, Up and Coming, where we will share our
- [Review: Tokyo Disneyland](https://hbaeagleeye.com/review-tokyo-disneyland/) - When we hear the phrase “The happiest place on earth,” we most likely will think of the Disneyland Park in California. What about the other Disney Parks around the world? Can there be more than one "happiest place on earth" in the Disney Kingdom? This past summer I took a trip to Tokyo Disneyland. It was an innovative and
- [Lunch worship services to start at high school](https://hbaeagleeye.com/lunch-worship-services-to-start-at-high-school/) - Over the summer, the Christian Ministries team held a potluck and worship service—called 529 (for 5pm to 9pm)—for students every other Thursday. Starting this school year, these small gatherings (minus the potlucks) will continue in the form of a worship service during lunch every fourth friday of the month. According to Christian Ministries Director Rob
- [The Return of TV!](https://hbaeagleeye.com/the-return-of-tv/) - Summer is undoubtedly the highlight of every student's year. It’s a time of waking up late, going to the beach, hanging out with the people you love, or doing nothing at all. The only complaint I have about summer is that there are no new TV shows. We all know the feeling of turning on the TV,
- [Counseling Department Restructured](https://hbaeagleeye.com/counseling-department-restructured/) - Each new school year usually brings new changes and improvements. Although the HBA handbook rules stayed the same this year, the high school counseling department saw some drastic changes. Students are now grouped and assigned to counselors according their last names rather than by their grade levels. Junior class counselor Andy Taylor left during the summer,
- [Summer Ombré](https://hbaeagleeye.com/summer-ombre/) - Summer is often a time for change. Many teenage girls see summer as an opportunity to alter or experiment with new things since school is out. The most popular hair trend I've been seeing this summer is ombréing—or dip dyeing hair. This gives the appearance that top half of your hair is a different color
- [Why Hate That Bass?](https://hbaeagleeye.com/why-hate-that-bass/) - In June 2014, Massachusetts native and singer-songwriter Meghan Trainor released her single “All About That Bass.” It currently sits at Number 4 on the Billboard 100. Since its release, Trainor’s single has received criticism from audiences for “skinny-shaming,” which literally means shaming women for being skinny. The “All About That Bass” music video on YouTube
- [A Fulfilling Trip with Grandpa](https://hbaeagleeye.com/a-fulfilling-trip-with-grandpa/) - The man who was the rock and strength of my family, and always sweet in the most unusual ways was my Grandpa, Norman Inouye. Grandpa fought cancer for more than a year around 2012. What lingered in his mind throughout his battle with cancer was traveling to Japan. He wasn’t getting healthier and chemotherapy was
- [A Stressful Day in Disneyland](https://hbaeagleeye.com/a-stressful-day-in-disneyland/) - Disneyland holds a special place in my family's heart so I have visited Disneyland (in Anaheim, California) more than eight times. It's hard not to feel happy in Disneyland, when there are cast members everywhere I go, constantly smiling and complimenting on my hair, makeup, or the clothes I am wearing. I also find the music
- [Up and Coming: Salted Lemon](https://hbaeagleeye.com/up-and-coming-salted-lemon/) - Salted Lemon is a new juice bar that has opened in a former shoe store on Liliha Street. When you walk in, you are greeted by a welcoming staff, and the menu features a variety of juices, smoothies, or fruit and vegetable bowls. The most popular item on the menu is the "Acai Bowl" but
- [My Problem with "My Everything"](https://hbaeagleeye.com/my-problem-with-my-everything/) - From the beginning notes of “Intro”, the first track on her latest album, Ariana Grande treats listeners to her powerful and melodic voice through a simple, harmony-filled 1:20 minute song. Immediately, they are invited to join in her album. My Everything, the songstress’ sophomore album, was released on Tuesday, August 26. Often compared to Mariah
- [Milk Tea Mania](https://hbaeagleeye.com/milk-tea-mania/) - There’s something about pre-sealed milk tea that brings excitement and anticipation to many teenagers' mouths. The return of the bubble milk tea fad has begun. A number of milk tea shops have recently opened in Honolulu, and locals and tourists can often be seen crowding their front doors at lunch hour. The Eagle Eye checked out a
- [Under the Grey Skies of Canada](https://hbaeagleeye.com/under-the-grey-skies-of-canada/) - I looked out the clean, rental car window for the hundredth time, and for the hundredth time all I saw were tall trees, grey skies, and a long road in front of us. For an impatient eleven-year old, a half-day car ride from Seattle to Vancouver, Canada felt like years. My family and I had
- [Guys Just Wanna Have Fun Too](https://hbaeagleeye.com/guys-just-wanna-have-fun-too/) - Starting last year, HBA has held an annual new, modern, more casual "girls' choice" banquet in the late fall. Named Skatie Hawkins, the event is the only HBA event where girls are specifically encouraged to ask their favorite guy to an exciting night at an ice skating rink. While it may seem like a simple
- [A Different Experience](https://hbaeagleeye.com/a-different-experience/) - We take vacations for many reasons. Family, constant stress and hard work, or the joy of getting away are all common reasons. As a resident of Oahu, I personally feel like I live in a scrunched up area all the time. The Pali Highway is always backed up during peak hours with people trying to
- [Review: Under The Blood-Red Sun](https://hbaeagleeye.com/review-under-the-blood-red-sun/) - In our lives, there are certain stories we never forget. These stories introduce themselves to us, asking for a chance to earn a place in our hearts. The ones that win us over stay with us and become a part of our identity. Graham Salisbury’s Under The Blood-Red Sun is one of those stories that
- [Club Conducts Food Waste Audit](https://hbaeagleeye.com/club-conducts-food-waste-audit/) - By Karly Tom ('16) and Jeremy Chang ('15) When people think of “go green projects,” usually things like using hybrid cars and solar panels come to mind. However, one need does not need to turn to such expensive methods to save the world. Making the change to help the environment can begin with something as
- [Spirit Week Theme Announced](https://hbaeagleeye.com/spirit-week-theme-announced/) - Have you ever wondered what happens to the princess and prince after the end of a fairy tale? What does “happily ever after” actually look like? Rarely do we get a glimpse of the heroes’ lives after their triumphs. After the princess marries the prince and destroys the evil queen, what happens? What about the guilt
- [The Challenges and Rewards of AP Courses](https://hbaeagleeye.com/the-challenges-and-rewards-of-ap-courses/) - Students at HBA are eligible to take Advanced Placement courses during their junior and senior years. According to teachers, counselors, and experienced AP students, the decision of whether to take one, none, or multiple AP classes is not one students should take lightly. AP courses often present many challenges, a heavier workload, a faster pace,
- [Senior "The Hunger Games" Social](https://hbaeagleeye.com/senior-the-hunger-games-social/) - The Hunger Games is story about a fight for survival in a post apocalyptic world. On September 19, the senior class council held a class social around this popular book and movie series. The evening began with a "reaping", where names of tributes (or competitors) from the Class of 2015 were placed into a bowl and randomly
- [Checkyourfactsophobia: The Fear Of Ridiculous And Obscure Terms](https://hbaeagleeye.com/checkyourfactsophobia-the-fear-of-ridiculous-and-obscure-terms/) - Basorexia - noun; the overwhelming desire to kiss someone. Ever heard that term before? It wasn’t until recently that I realized how horribly small my vocabulary is when it comes to obscure, technical terms for, well, everything. Words like ‘basorexia’ have been showing up all over social media sites like Tumblr and Instagram as fun,
- [The Maze Runner Review](https://hbaeagleeye.com/the-maze-runner-review/) - Thousands of girls have swooned at the sight of actor Dylan O’Brien in dingy clothes fighting off Grievers and getting sweaty in the hit box office movie The Maze Runner. Based on its novel, this dystopian thriller was released on September 19 and has since made over $85,000,000 in theaters. The story follows Thomas, one
- [The Price of War Reporting](https://hbaeagleeye.com/remembering-james-foley-and-steven-sotloff/) - Anton Hammerl, Michael Mahon Hastings, Chauncey Bailey, and Mika Yamamoto are just a few of the many freelance journalists who have lost their lives while reporting from the front lines of world conflicts. With the recent, tragic deaths of journalists Steven Sotloff and James Foley, who were both beheaded by the terrorist group ISIS (Islamic
- [iPhone 6 - Not Just a Pretty Phone](https://hbaeagleeye.com/iphone-6-not-just-a-pretty-phone/) - Apple recently released the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus. Both phones were breakthroughs for Apple featuring bigger displays than their predecessors, the iPhone 5s and 5c. Technology reviewers are saying this is the biggest and best release for Apple. The new phones have undergone significant changes, including a new lock button, a bigger screen, and
- [Friends, Family, and Faith](https://hbaeagleeye.com/friends-family-and-faith/) - On Thursday October 23, HBA’s eighth graders arrived at Camp Pu’u Kahea for three days and two nights of camp. Small group sessions, worship, daily chapel services, and activities focused students on their relationship with others and how God can reflect through them. This year’s eighth grade camp was titled Friends, Family, Faith. Christian Ministries
- [1989: Taylor Swift's Latest Chart Topping Album](https://hbaeagleeye.com/1989-taylor-swifts-latest-chart-topping-album/) - In the age of YouTube and streaming services like Spotify, music album sales have crashed, with absolutely no platinum albums this year besides the Frozen soundtrack, which was released in 2013. When an album sells a million copies, it is certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America. However, the only hope for a
- [Ask Edith: TH8 Strategy, iPad Games, and More](https://hbaeagleeye.com/ask-edith-th8-strategy-ipad-games-and-more/) - HBA Eagle Eye is proud to present a new advice column, the Ask Edith Advice Column. Have relationship issues? Edith will gladly give you clarity on the situation. Need advice on personal dilemmas? Edith will help. Edith is here for you, so please submit your comments, questions, and concerns. Drop your questions off to the
- [Freshman Social Enters the World of Divergent](https://hbaeagleeye.com/divergent-a-competition-of-the-factions/) - On October 24, after a field trip to the state capitol, the Class of 2018 gathered in the Middle School MPR to participate in the Divergent games, planned by their freshman class council. Students were grouped into five different factions and competed for points as five teams. The class social was based off the book and
- [Cross Country Competes at States](https://hbaeagleeye.com/cross-country-competes-at-states-2/) - On Saturday November 1, HBA’s varsity cross country girls and boys competed in the State Cross Country Championships at the Central Oahu Regional Park. The girls placed third in Division 2, and the boys placed fourth in the same division. To run at the State Championship, both teams first had to compete in the ILH
- [A Different Christmas](https://hbaeagleeye.com/a-different-christmas/) - It's the most wonderful time of the year! From my experience as a gullible child, knowing that there was a Santa Claus gave me so much to look forward to in the Christmas season. I would make sure my siblings and I wrote wish lists to Santa, had milk and cookies sitting by the chimney
- [As the Holiday Season Begins...](https://hbaeagleeye.com/as-the-holiday-season-begins/) - In modern times, the Christmas season begins as soon as Thanksgiving is over with pine trees and festive ornaments decorating every home and store. As I go to the shopping mall and see long lines of families waiting to meet Santa Claus, I can't help but fondly remember back to the past Christmases when I
- [An Empty Wallet Full Of Joy](https://hbaeagleeye.com/an-empty-wallet-full-of-joy/) - As the holiday season quickly approaches, it is once again time to buy the perfect present for friends and family, while still managing your money. On a tight budget and with the time ticking away, it can be hard to find the perfect gift. However, despite the stress and the impending emptiness of your wallet,
- [We Can Always Give](https://hbaeagleeye.com/we-can-always-give/) - Santa has blessed me with everything that I have asked for. I even asked for an expensive digital camera, which became my favorite toy...until it broke. Santa is so generous and I irritably remember last Christmas when my naughty older brother got a Christmas present from him. If he gets one again this year, I’ll
- [The Importance of Fantasy](https://hbaeagleeye.com/the-importance-of-fantasy/) - As Christmas nears, there are millions of children around the world eagerly awaiting the arrival of a certain portly man with rosy cheeks, a white beard, and a red suit who bears gifts for the good and coal for the bad. Some might scoff at the children’s naivety while others revel in their innocence. This
- [Your Guide to Spirit Week](https://hbaeagleeye.com/your-guide-to-spirit-week/) - Spirit Week 2015 will kick off the first week of school in January. Here's what students need to know to get ready for the high and middle school's most boisterous week of the year. THEME: _ - ever After (Pronounced "Blank-ever After) To read more about the theme and see theme assignments, see this article. DRESS-UP DAYS & ACTIVITIES MONDAY:
- [Young The Giant Captivates Fans With Oahu Concert](https://hbaeagleeye.com/young-the-giant-captivates-fans-with-oahu-concert/) - Photographs by Shelby Suzuki ('16) On the night of December 20, alternative rock band Young the Giant finished off their Mind Over Matter album tour with a final performance on Oahu. A group of around 20 HBA students attended the concert at The Republik and listened to a wide selection of songs from the album,
- [Seniors Celebrate A Rockin' Christmas](https://hbaeagleeye.com/seniors-celebrate-a-rockin-christmas/) - After completing their last exams of 2014, 45 seniors returned to HBA for an evening of fun and relaxation. Held in festively decorated D201/202 rooms, the Class of 2015’s Rockin’ Christmas Social started off with students eating bentos while enjoying live music by student bands. Compared to the senior’s last action-oriented Hunger Games social, senior
- [Reviewing New Food #2](https://hbaeagleeye.com/reviewing-new-food-2/) - Students in the Writing for the Media class were tasked with trying out new food and writing about their experiences. These are their stories: Garlic Spice Chicken Wings by Christian Chee ('15) I was starving. My first restaurant choice had no parking, leaving me wandering around Market City looking for a place to eat. I came
- [Junior Rescues Lost Dogs On Way to School](https://hbaeagleeye.com/junior-rescues-lost-dogs-on-way-to-school/) - This morning on the way to school, junior Christian Eaton saved two lost dogs stranded in the middle of Pali Highway near the HBA high school campus. Thanks to him and HBA Student Services, both dogs were returned safely to their owner, Nuuanu area resident Mary Walston. According to Walston, she was walking her dogs—Kuuipo
- [We Love Football](https://hbaeagleeye.com/we-love-football/) - Although baseball is considered to be America’s favorite pastime, (American) football is its favorite sport. The National Football League (NFL) is comprised of 32 teams, and only 22 states have professional football teams (California is home to the San Francisco 49ers and the Oakland Raiders); unfortunately, Hawaii is not one of them. Favorite teams can
- [Movie Review: The Babadook](https://hbaeagleeye.com/movie-review-the-babadook/) - “If it’s in a word, or it’s in a look, you can’t get rid of the Babadook,” reads Amelia to her son Samuel from the crisp pages of black and white pop-up book titled Mr. Babadook. A single mother who lost her husband in a car accident, Amelia’s mental stress is visually displayed through her
- [What's For Breakfast?](https://hbaeagleeye.com/whats-for-breakfast/) - It’s one of the most well-known sayings when it comes to food: “Breakfast is the most important meal of the day.” From sweet to savory, people have different preferences for their first meal of the day. While many students eat the breakfast offered at the school cafeteria, which includes fried rice, bacon, toast and sausage,
- [Third Quarter to end with CEW](https://hbaeagleeye.com/third-quarter-to-end-with-cew/) - Christian Emphasis Week (CEW), an annual event at HBA, is nearing again for the high and middle schools. The week is a time to focus more on worship, studying scripture, and understanding God, and less on the everyday tasks that often consume students' regular school weeks. The chapel theme this year has been “Love Does,” and
- [The Man Behind The Gun: My Thoughts on Chris Kyle](https://hbaeagleeye.com/the-man-behind-the-gun-my-thoughts-on-chris-kyle/) - Two weeks ago, I watched the highly anticipated film American Sniper and exited the theater feeling hopeless, weighed down, and angry. These feelings overpowered any sense of inspiration I expected to have coming out of the movie. I sat for two gruesome hours watching the most lethal sniper in America, Chris Kyle, risk everything to
- [Blog: Dealing with Boys](https://hbaeagleeye.com/blog-dealing-with-boys/) - Have you ever just looked at a guy and wondered what is going on in his head? I know I have. Questions ranging from "Why would he say that this dress looks nice, when it makes me look bad!?" to "Why does he like shouting at the football players on TV, it's not like they
- [Plastic Bag Ban To Take Effect on Oahu](https://hbaeagleeye.com/plastic-bag-ban-to-take-effect-on-oahu/) - Did you know that enough plastic is thrown away each year to circle the Earth four times? The Environmental Health News, an organization dedicated to reporting on environmental topics, reports on their website that “next year, more than 300 million tons will be produced worldwide. The amount of plastic manufactured in the first ten years
- [East Coast Trip Advice](https://hbaeagleeye.com/east-coast-trip-advice/) - HBA's East Coast trip was a great experience for me. For those of you going on the trip for the first time this spring break. Here's some advice to help you make the most out of it. Because Hawaii is a rock in the middle of the Pacific, I believe that it is essential for
- [HBA Adoption Stories](https://hbaeagleeye.com/hba-adoption-stories/) - Junior Annemarie Lee’s adoption story lies within her Chinese name. Her adoptive parents, Tony and Karen Lee, named her Mei Mei after the plum flower that grows during the winter. To the Lee family, the flower is a constant reminder of Annemarie’s survival through the harsh winters in China before her adoption. Annemarie spent the
- [Elaborate Promposals Fill Third Quarter](https://hbaeagleeye.com/elaborate-promposals-fill-third-quarter/) - If you happen to hear cheering in the month of February, it’s probably because someone has just been asked to the Junior-Senior banquet. These “asks”, commonly dubbed “promposals,” have become very popular not only at HBA, but across schools around the country. Getting flowers now seems to be the bare minimum as boys go out
- [Science Olympiad Prepares for States](https://hbaeagleeye.com/science-olympiad/) - On February 7, HBA's middle and high school Science Olympiad teams entered the Windward Oahu Science Olympiad Regional Tournament. The middle school team competed in Division B and won third place overall while the high school team took second place in Division C. The Science Olympiad is a nationwide science tournament where schools compete in
- [The Making of A Duck Tape Dress](https://hbaeagleeye.com/the-making-of-a-duck-tape-dress/) - During prom season, the makers of Duck Tape brand duct tape host their annual Stuck At Prom scholarship competition for high school students. Up for grabs are 20 scholarship prizes, including a $10,000 grand prize. To participate, students must fashion a prom dress and tuxedo completely out of Duck brand tape. Seniors Danielle Woo and Brenner
- [ISIS: Reign of Terror](https://hbaeagleeye.com/isis-reign-of-terror/) - The Islamic State, widely known as ISIS (Islamic State of Iraq and Syria) or ISIL (Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant), has been attacking, beheading, and burning innocent Christian and Muslim peoples throughout the Middle East and more recently, Europe. Unfortunately, as CBS News Senior National Security Analyst Juan Zarate made clear, people are
- [Couples to Attend Mandatory Z Periods](https://hbaeagleeye.com/couples-to-attend-mandatory-z-periods/) - Starting the new school year, HBA administration will implement a weekly Z Period that is mandatory for all students involved in romantic relationships with other currently enrolled students. “These periods will be a time for students to receive a more in-depth look at our rules regarding public displays of affection,” explains a counselor involved in
- [Blog: Chic and Trendy](https://hbaeagleeye.com/chic-and-trendy/) - As an experienced Tumblr blogger of fashion, I know what’s trending, the dos and don’ts of fashion, and how to pair clothing together. I want to show the world how to express themselves using clothing and accessories. I devote almost all my time to my three different Tumblr fashion blogs searching for new styles. I
- [Blog: The Miracles of Medicine](https://hbaeagleeye.com/the-miracles-of-medicine/) - What do you love? There are mainly five things that my world revolves around: family, friends, Netflix, chocolate, and the field of medicine. My aspiring dream is to someday become a cardiothoracic surgeon—one who specializes in surgery on organs in the chest. I am extremely passionate about medicine. Since I am a Netflix addict, I watch a
- [Blog: The Dig on Volleyball](https://hbaeagleeye.com/blog-the-dig-on-volleyball/) - Volleyball players welcome! Every week, read about the life of a typical player that has the same problems that you do. I won't say I'm authority on this subject, but I’m here to help anyone lacking the proper knowledge of the game to understand it fully. Club players are welcome to read and relate to these posts.
- [Blog: Teenage Political Thought](https://hbaeagleeye.com/blog-teenage-political-thought/) - Politics is the heartbeat of our nation. Politics go beyond numbers and chambers. Politics shows the drama, excitement and cutthroat ways of the U.S. Government. John Boehner and Mitch Mcconnell lead a red wave set out to take down the progress of a six-year administration. On the other side of the aisle, President Obama and
- [Blog: Eating Out](https://hbaeagleeye.com/blog-eating-out/) - I used to be quite the reclusive homebody. However, I began venturing out more as I got older, and with that, trying new eateries. I love trying different foods and experiencing the different flavors around us. I hope to share experiences and recommendations, as well as keep an open mind and palette to the treasures
- [Discrimination in 2015](https://hbaeagleeye.com/discrimination-in-2015/) - On February 10, Kansas state Republican governor Samuel Brownback issued an executive order revoking protections against job discrimination for LGBTQ people (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning). That day, Brownback stated that the executive order “ensures that state employees enjoy the same civil rights as all Kansans.” Employees in the state can now be legally be
- [Christian Emphasis Week 2015](https://hbaeagleeye.com/christian-emphasis-week-video/) - Christian Emphasis Week (CEW) 2015 brought students and faculty together to spend a week knowing God more through worship and Scripture. The week concluded with the school’s second and final Love Does All-School Fellowship of the 2014-2015 school year. Christian Ministries Director Robert Lockridge oversaw the planning of CEW. "Christian Ministries starts out planning over
- [Hands On Learning](https://hbaeagleeye.com/hands-on-learning/) - Field trips are planned throughout the year for students to participate in hands-on learning experiences where they can gain more knowledge about everyday situations related to the course they are taking part in. The AP Physics class took a trip to the Punahou Carnival again this year to study how the laws of physics are
- [Interact Club Walks for Cancer Research](https://hbaeagleeye.com/interact-club-walks-for-cancer-research/) - As the temperature chilled to a cool 64℉, people young and old set out to walk around the Clarence T.C. Ching Field at the University of Hawaii for an annual Relay for Life event. HBA students from the Interact Club took part in the walk for cancer research on March 8, 2015. Relay for Life,
- [Refresh Camp Prepares Student Leaders For Ministry](https://hbaeagleeye.com/refresh-camp-prepares-student-leaders-for-ministry/) - On April 16-18, HBA’s ministry team held its first Refresh Camp, specifically created for present and upcoming student leaders. Christian Ministries director Rob Lockridge and associate John Kaneshiro used this camp to prepare the leaders for next year and send off the seniors. Similar to grade camps, students were given the chance to attend family
- [The Presidential Candidates (so far)](https://hbaeagleeye.com/the-presidential-candidates-so-far/) - Americans can’t watch the news or go on social media without being reminded of an impending event: the 2016 Presidential Election. Americans grouse about the ads to come, bashing candidates and revealing personal information that many just don’t care about. The 2012 Presidential Election between Democratic incumbent President Barack Obama and Republican Governor Mitt Romney
- [Preparation for AP Exams](https://hbaeagleeye.com/preparation-for-ap-exams/) - In less than one month, the school year will wrap up and students will be free to enjoy their summers without the stress of impending exams and projects. However, before AP students can achieve that level of relaxation, they must first face the daunting task of completing their AP exams. Every junior and senior is
- [Summer College Programs](https://hbaeagleeye.com/summer-college-programs/) - In just a month HBA students will enjoy two months of freedom from school, homework, and tests, also known as summer. During the summer many students go to summer school, travel for family vacations or sports, or get a summer job. However, some students have been attending summer programs on the mainland, hosted by colleges.
- [Heads Up For HBAAFF](https://hbaeagleeye.com/heads-up-for-hbaaff/) - On May 8, the HBA Arts and Film Festival (HBAAFF) will bring the talents of Visual and Performing Arts students together for a school showcase of art and media projects, films, and demonstrations. Art department head Sean Malinger is once again overseeing the festival to be taking place. "As festival coordinator, I organize the program,
- [Luau Themed Social Brings More Than Just Food](https://hbaeagleeye.com/luau-themed-social-brings-more-than-just-food/) - After school on Friday May 24, freshmen adorned in colorful aloha shirts and leis gathered together for a luau themed social filled with dancing, picture taking, performances, and a large array of Hawaiian food. For the main event, the Freshmen Class Council planned a lip sync battle and talent show in the gym with performances
- [Movie Review: Avengers Age of Ultron](https://hbaeagleeye.com/movie-review-avengers-age-of-ultron/) - WARNING SPOILERS AHEAD This past weekend, Avengers: Age of Ultron opened with a $191.3M domestic debut, the 2nd biggest opening of all time. In fact, the only film that surpassed it was its predecessor, the original Avengers movie, which raked in $207.4M in 2012. The Marvel movie includes the beloved super heroes from the first
- [Should the "Love Does" shirt make a return?](https://hbaeagleeye.com/should-the-love-does-shirt-make-a-return/) - What makes an event at HBA more fun than special school event shirts? For some people special shirts show honor to a specific occasion while for others they're a simple excuse to get out of school uniforms for a day. You've got your basic individual class shirts and your spirit shirts. What I'd like to
- [Advice From Student Employees](https://hbaeagleeye.com/advice-from-student-employees/) - As the school year ends, students begin to consider applying for part time summer jobs. For many juniors, working a summer job is a new and mysterious step toward adulthood. On the other hand, many seniors have worked part time jobs last summer and some have even continued working throughout the school year. Seniors Mikayla Mau, Amelia
- [Meet your new officers](https://hbaeagleeye.com/meet-your-new-officers/) - The following interviews of the 2015-2016 student council officers were conducted by Shannon Mau (SM) to delve deeper into the personalities and tastes of the student government for next year. Isabel Wiemken (President) SM: What is your favorite color? IW: Green and yellow because they’re bright and easter-like. I like easter. SM: Apples or Oranges??
- [Hello Class, My Name Is...](https://hbaeagleeye.com/hello-class-my-name-is/) - A world traveler, a secretly talkative alumni, a hardcore outdoorsman, and a seasoned athlete walk into school on the first day of the school year... While this may seem like the beginning of a bad joke, it’s actually a description of the four new teachers on the high school campus. HBA welcomes Michelle Hendrick (Social
- [When Buzz Aldrin Calls...](https://hbaeagleeye.com/when-buzz-aldrin-calls/) - When I first received a letter from Buzz Aldrin, the second astronaut to walk on the moon, I thought it was a scam. With a shiny “National Academy of Future Scientists and Technologists” logo boldly printed on the first page, the whole invitation looked like a sketchy conference that cost a hefty $925 for tuition, not
- [Summer Travel: Students Expand Horizons](https://hbaeagleeye.com/summer-travel-students-expand-horizons/) - While school offers you a long and agonizing year of essays, math equations, projects, and deadlines, summer gives you only one deadline to worry about: the date and time that you need to have your bags packed and passport in hand. Some HBA students turned into world travelers this summer as they embarked on adventures
- [The New Golden Age of Cartoons](https://hbaeagleeye.com/the-new-golden-age-of-cartoons/) - You've probably heard the saying, "They don't make cartoons like they used to" at some point, and maybe you've even thought that too. In the mid to late 2000s, good children cartoons were scarce on television, especially compared to the progressive cartoons of the ‘90s and the Cartoon Cartoons of the early 2000s. Sure we've
- [Summer Freedoms](https://hbaeagleeye.com/summer-freedoms/) - “Summer is a time for students to explore, relax and express themselves freely,” said senior adviser and counselor Tara Gruspe. At the start of this past summer break, senior Jason Lau looked forward to having the freedom to indulge himself without worrying about the school's dress code. Lau’s fashion identity plays a huge part in
- [Summer Work](https://hbaeagleeye.com/summer-work/) - The word “work” does not always excite or interest the young adult population of this century. Over this summer break, some students from HBA left their favorite Hawaii beaches and entered the business world and its office spaces. Whether they dedicated themselves to unpaid internships, paid jobs, or volunteer assignments, these students got a glimpse
- [The Internet: How It Shapes Us](https://hbaeagleeye.com/the-internet-how-it-shapes-us/) - Back in 1990, television was the norm, and newspaper and FM/AM radio—not Internet radio—were still going strong. Then came the Internet, and with it, the revolutionization of media. Today, the Internet is so widely used that it has become the primary way many people communicate. Everywhere you look, there is bound to be someone on
- [High School Sees Campus Improvements](https://hbaeagleeye.com/high-school-sees-campus-improvements/) - Over the summer of 2015 the administration made some new additions to the high school campus facilities. A water bottle filler was installed in the mall area, and construction of a canopy over the senior area is currently underway. To fix the problem of rain getting in the senior pavilion, the administration made plan in
- [Choosing A College](https://hbaeagleeye.com/choosing-a-college/) - The beginning of high school is when most students are encouraged to begin their search for college. The problem most students face comes during the beginning of the search. Where should you start? There are many factors that should be addressed while exploring your options. Location, cost, prestige, size, and majors all play a big
- [Athletes Compete In Summer Heat](https://hbaeagleeye.com/athletes-compete-in-summer-heat/) - Senior Kylie Yamauchi lines her canoe up with the starting line as her coaches and teammates watch from the black sand shores of Hilo. With their eyes on the escort boat, everyone waits for the raised flags to signal the start of the race. The racers reach their arms out, getting their paddles in place,
- [Review: Apple Watch](https://hbaeagleeye.com/review-apple-watch/) - Everyone agrees that the new Apple Watch looks great but with the high price point of $345 to $17,000, is it really worth your money? The Apple Watch was first released to the public on April 24 this year. Over the course of the three to four months since then, Apple has sold about three
- [Movie Review: The Man from U.N.C.L.E.](https://hbaeagleeye.com/movie-review-the-man-from-u-n-c-l-e/) - If you're looking for a deep, slow paced, psychologically challenging film packed with controversial issues that will leave you questioning your childhood as you exit the theater, this movie is NOT for you. A revamped spy film, The Man from U.N.C.L.E is based on the 1960s TV series of the same name that is set
- [How to Succeed in High School](https://hbaeagleeye.com/how-to-succeed-in-high-school/) - Each year, a new wave of unassuming freshmen enter the unfamiliar waters of high school. The Eagle Eye asked seniors to share what they have learned from their high school experience since their freshman year. The freshman year is pivotal to both social and academic development. The heavier homework load compared to middle school pushes
- [What's New with Campus Ministry?](https://hbaeagleeye.com/whats-new-with-campus-ministry/) - Since last school year, Ministry Team students have been leading weekly on-campus Bible studies, creating a renewed atmosphere that has caught the attention of their peers and faculty. For many years, Servant Group was the main outlet for high school students to participate in Christian ministry at HBA. The purpose of the group was to
- [Movie Review: Pixels](https://hbaeagleeye.com/movie-review-pixels/) - Pixels tells the story of Sam Brenner (Adam Sandler), a hapless video game nerd who unwittingly attracts the affection of Violet Van Patten (Michelle Monaghan). At the same time, Brenner, Patten, and their friends fight video game characters that have been brought to life. This may seem like an amazing premise to avid video game
- [Book Review: Road to Character](https://hbaeagleeye.com/book-review-road-to-character/) - David Brooks explores character development in his recent book, The Road to Character. The conservative political and cultural commentator and writer for the New York Times explores the science behind morals and culture. His main goals consist of revisiting the moral vocabulary of "good old days" and praising examples of admirable character from history. Brooks
- [Math for Fun and Glory](https://hbaeagleeye.com/math-for-fun-and-glory/) - Many students join Math League for the challenge and the thrill of completing complex problems. At HBA, Math teachers Cameron Taketa and Terence Li advise the high school Math League, which currently has 30 members. Students can compete in Math League no matter their level of math completed. Though students often have a lot of
- [Theatre Class to feature "You Can't Take It With You"](https://hbaeagleeye.com/theatre-class-to-feature-you-cant-take-it-with-you/) - Students in Hawaii Baptist Academy’s theatre program are gearing up for this semester’s play, You Can’t Take it With You. Because the enrollment in Theatre has grown over the past few years, students are now required to take a prerequisite course before becoming eligible for the Theatre class. Sophomore Bythe Yoshikane likes the change. She
- [Club Season Kicks Off](https://hbaeagleeye.com/club-season-kicks-off/) - On Wednesday, August 26, Hawaii Baptist Academy held its high school club fair in the breezeway. Club advisers and student officers set up booths to showcase their clubs, and students had the chance sign up for the clubs they were interested in. Clubs give students the opportunity to participate in activities that they might not
- [Bible Beyond the Classroom](https://hbaeagleeye.com/bible-beyond-the-classroom/) - Eagerly awaiting the start of the lesson, students situate themselves in the living room. The light-hearted chatter starts to die out as the group prepares to hear the teacher talk. The room falls silent as someone begins to pray, signaling the start of the study. This is how HBA teachers Chad and Keysey Logan begin
- [Power Outage Closes School](https://hbaeagleeye.com/power-outage-closes-school/) - On Wednesday, September 2 at around 9:40 a.m., HBA students were dismissed early from school due to a power outage. The power outage affected several areas such as Downtown Honolulu, Kalihi, Nuuanu, and Pauoa. Soon after the power went out, an announcement was made over the PA system for teachers to continue on with their
- [Hawaii Braces For Hurricane Season](https://hbaeagleeye.com/hawaii-braces-for-hurricane-season/) - Hurricane season in the Pacific starts in early June and ends in late November. Recently in Hawaii, the hurricane season has brought with it thunderstorms, lightning, rain, and an increase in humidity. This August, heavy rains led to road closures due to flooding and caused a sewage spill that closed beaches in Waikiki. Currently, Tropical
- [All-School "Love Does" Assembly](https://hbaeagleeye.com/all-school-love-does-assembly/) - On August 17, 2015, Hawaii Baptist Academy’s high and middle schoolers embarked on a “Love Does” themed field trip to the elementary campus for lunch, worship, and games with the younger students. Based on Bob Goff’s book, “Love Does” has been the all-school chapel theme for the school since last year. While everyone was gathered
- [Unlikely Presidential Candidate Gets National Attention](https://hbaeagleeye.com/unlikely-presidential-candidate-gets-national-attention/) - Most Americans can name the current 2016 presidential nominee frontrunners—Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump. With election season looming ahead, ubiquitous political advertisements have transformed them into household names. But these candidates are not the only contenders for the Oval office: Independent candidate Deez Nuts is also vying for the Presidency. When asked if he had
- [Remembering 9/11](https://hbaeagleeye.com/remembering-911/) - On September 11, 2001, terrorists hijacked four planes to launch the largest attack on U.S. soil since the war of 1812. The casualty count amounted to 2996 total deaths. Fourteen years later, 9/11 is still strongly remembered and will be for many years to come. While most HBA students were too young to remember what
- [Skatie Hawkins Caps Off Busy Week](https://hbaeagleeye.com/skatie-hawkins-caps-off-busy-week/) - On Friday September 4, 2015, HBA's high school student council held its annual Skatie Hawkins event at the Ice Palace. This year, there was more than 100 students and chaperones in attendance. Named after the Sadie Hawkins dance, Skatie Hawkins is an event where girls get to ask boys out. While many HBA girls took
- [Cross Country Season Kicks Off](https://hbaeagleeye.com/cross-country-season-kicks-off/) - Cross Country season has started, and the coaches and runners are all excited for another year. This year's team has over 100 runners, and almost half are new to the sport. Junior Sarah Uehara is one of the 18 new high school runners. "I quit volleyball this year and I wanted to do a sport,
- [Life as College Freshmen](https://hbaeagleeye.com/life-as-college-freshmen/) - As students graduate from high school and become college students, they face a lot of changes in their lives. Having to deal with more responsibilities, a new environment, and even interacting with new people can make for the greatest, yet difficult time in their lives. Class of 2015 graduates Chris Caballes, Jaryd Sugihara, and Jarrett
- [Student Volunteers Make Impact in Community](https://hbaeagleeye.com/student-volunteers-make-impact-in-community/) - At HBA, many students participate in service clubs such as NHS, Interact, and Red Cross. A select few take their volunteering to a higher level throughout the year on their own time. Senior Chester Hui is the President of the National Honor Society this year. Apart from facilitating service projects in the club, throughout the
- [Seeing The World Through Another Language](https://hbaeagleeye.com/see-the-world-through-another-language/) - A chorus of "Sensei, konichiwa" reverberates throughout the Japanese room as students greet the teacher at the start of every class. Following the command "chakuseki"—"sit" in Japanese— students take their seats, and open up their textbooks and workbooks. They begin that day's lessons, whether it be grammar, vocabulary, or kanji. At HBA, it is required
- [Sewage Spills Mar Oahu Beaches](https://hbaeagleeye.com/sewage-spills-mar-oahu-beaches/) - Over the last month, Hawaii’s rainy weather has caused major problems in Oahu’s sewage system. This hurricane season, nearly 500,000 gallons of raw or untreated sewage has leaked into the waters off Waikiki, Kailua, Kaneohe, Waimanalo, Sand Island, and the Ala Wai Canal. The chaos that these sewage spills caused has landed Honolulu in the
- [Why I Volunteer](https://hbaeagleeye.com/why-i-volunteer/) - A few months ago I started to volunteer at Petco for their dog adoptions. I have always loved animals and going to the Humane Society. I also had a bunch of extra time on my hands since I recently quit playing volleyball. My mom thought Petco would be a great place to start volunteer work
- [Japanese Club Holds Pancake Party](https://hbaeagleeye.com/japanese-club-holds-pancake-party/) - On September 9, 2015 at lunch, over 80 students gathered in D201/D202 to enjoy a Japanese Club hosted pancake party. With the help of a few students, Japanese teacher Chie Watanabe made over 400 pancakes to prepare for the club’s first meeting. “The first meeting went really well. The chocolate chip pancakes were really good,
- [Senior Independence: A Treasured Privilege](https://hbaeagleeye.com/senior-independence-a-treasured-privilege/) - One of the most popular senior privileges is the ability to leave school during lunch or during a Senior Independent Period—commonly referred to as “senior independence.” For the first time in their school career, seniors are able to go off campus and do a variety of activities during school hours. This privilege allows seniors a
- [The Quest for A Healthy Diet](https://hbaeagleeye.com/the-quest-for-a-healthy-diet/) - There are many reasons to eat a balanced diet and to live a healthy lifestyle. At HBA, students and faculty have a choice to eat in the cafeteria, bring homemade food, or leave the campus to buy food if they are able to. While not everyone can boast of eating well every meal, they would
- [Freshmen Examine the Cross](https://hbaeagleeye.com/freshmen-examine-the-cross/) - On Thursday, September 17, right as the school bell rang, more than 100 HBA freshmen flooded out of their respective classrooms and rushed to the middle school campus to board the busses that would take them to their very first high school camp. Held at the Pu'u Kahea Conference Center in Waianae, the camp took
- [Pay to Play](https://hbaeagleeye.com/pay-to-play/) - Downloadable Content, or DLC, has become increasing common in the video game market. Using a credit card, a debit card, or sometimes a prepaid card, players can purchase extra content in their game, such as equipment or more areas to explore. In the game Super Smash Bros for the 3DS and Wii U, players can
- [Sophomore Social Pits Heroes Against Villains](https://hbaeagleeye.com/sophomore-social-pits-heroes-against-villains/) - After school on Friday, September 18, 2015, the sophomore student council held their first class social of the year. The social was themed “Heroes vs. Villains”, and the sophomores enjoyed pizza and live music before the main event began. Called “Infinity Games,” the main event pitted sophomores against each other in a capture-the-flag game. There
- [English 11 Tackles Gender Roles & Relationships](https://hbaeagleeye.com/english-11-tackles-gender-roles-relationships/) - The eleventh grade English class taught by Dawson Vorderbruegge has been studying the Canterbury Tales. This old English classic recalls a fictional journey to Canterbury and the stories that are told by different characters along the way. These stories touch on moral values that the English 11 students have been reviewing. Directed by Vorderbruegge, the
- [Environmental Club Visits Zero-Waste School](https://hbaeagleeye.com/environmental-club-visits-zero-waste-school/) - Compost piles, leftover food, and a bin full of worms makes the perfect foundation for living with no waste. During the Environmental Club's fall break field trip to Lanikai Elementary, HBA students got to see what it is like for a school to be a zero waste school, the only one on Oahu. The purpose
- [Students Flout App Bans](https://hbaeagleeye.com/students-flout-app-bans/) - "Yes, of course I have illegal apps on my iPad," said a freshmen when asked if he had unapproved apps on his iPad. During the last quarter, a good number HBA students like this freshman received demerits for having unapproved apps on their iPads. School-issued iPads are great tools. Students use them to take notes,
- [Student Bands: 6PM and Scarlet Cord](https://hbaeagleeye.com/student-bands-6pm-and-scarlet-cord/) - Last year a group of students from the class of 2018 formed a band for their freshman talent show. Little did they know that it was going to be the start of something long term. This group of boys, now sophomores, decided to form an official band after they realized that they wanted to keep
- [Senior Day Goes to Waikiki](https://hbaeagleeye.com/senior-day-goes-to-waikiki/) - On October 14, the class of 2016 went to Waikiki and Queen Emma park for Senior Day, an annual event for the senior class. While the rest of the high school student body stayed at school to take the PSAT, the seniors took the day off to enjoy a class bonding day. Showing up in
- [Review: iPhone 6s](https://hbaeagleeye.com/review-iphone-6s/) - In September, Apple released the newest versions of the iPhones—the iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s+. Before phone carrier contract discounts, the 6s costs $649 and the 6s+ starts at $749. These new phones have improved specifications and many interesting new features which make for exciting news in the smartphone industry. There have been few changes
- [Girls JV 2 Volleyball Team Wins Division Championship](https://hbaeagleeye.com/girls-jv-2-volleyball-team-wins-division-championship/) - HBA's JV Gold Volleyball team won the ILH Division 2 Championship title, beating Sacred Hearts in their final match on October 9. The team also went undefeated this season, not dropping a set until their final match. Not since 2009 has an HBA girls JV team has won this title. "Even if you are an
- [Cafeteria Introduces Healthier Meal Options](https://hbaeagleeye.com/cafeteria-introduces-healthier-meal-options/) - On Tuesday, October 13, many students entered the cafeteria to encounter a new addition to the lunch line: a salad bar. But the salad bar is not the only change to the meal plan, nor will it be the last. In fact, the salad bar is just one part of a larger effort to revamp
- [Trick or Treat Somewhere Else](https://hbaeagleeye.com/trick-or-treat-somewhere-else/) - Come Halloween, children of all ages in costumes will be heard chanting this phrase as they stake out the houses that give out the best candy. At this time of year, it’s also common for people to dress up in costumes at work or at school, extending their Halloween celebrations beyond just the day itself.
- [AP Physics Becomes Two Year Course](https://hbaeagleeye.com/ap-physics-becomes-two-year-course/) - Starting this year, the AP Physics course changed from a one year course to a two year course. Due to this change in the course, juniors are now able to take AP Physics 1 and take AP Physics 2 in senior year if they want to. According to AP Physics teacher Andrew Vitek, AP Physics
- ["Recall" Recognized at Film Festival](https://hbaeagleeye.com/recall-recognized-at-film-festival/) - HBA student-produced film Recall has made it into this year’s Hawaii International Film Festival (HIFF). The festival showcases top submitted films from around the Asia Pacific region. Recall, directed by HBA alumni Davin Miyahara, is an action/drama film based off tragedies that took place in WWII. Recall was produced last year—Miyahara’s senior year—in the Art
- [Economics Class Tackles Real World Investing](https://hbaeagleeye.com/economics-class-learns-real-world-investing/) - It’s that time of the year when seniors embark on a capitalistic adventure in their economics class: the stock simulation exercise. The eight-week exercise, though often bewildering and often complicated, helps students learn how to trade stocks in the stock market. The simulation allows students to gain experience in the stock market as if entering
- [Environmental Class Learns from the Past](https://hbaeagleeye.com/environmental-class-learns-from-the-past/) - On Monday, November 2, the AP Environmental Science class went on a field trip to He'eia fishpond. On the field trip, students learned about the history of the fishpond and the traditional practices involved. "We wanted to learn more about native Hawaiian sustainability practices and to take an opportunity to give back to a piece
- [Eagle Bowlers Finish Second in States](https://hbaeagleeye.com/eagle-bowlers-finish-second-in-states/) - This October, the boys and girls varsity bowling teams both took second place in the Billy Tee’s HHSAA State Bowling Championships on Kauai. Leading up to the championships, the boys team struggled in ILH league play but finished fifth overall and were still able to qualify for the state tournament. Like last year, the girls
- [Instagram: Five Years and Going Strong](https://hbaeagleeye.com/instagram-five-years-and-going-strong/) - In October 2010, Instagram was born. The app’s popularity quickly spread and by December 2014, it had over 300 million users. While Instagram continues to be a social media juggernaut, new apps offering similar features continue to flood the market, hoping to earn their spot in users' phones. One of Instagram’s recent competitors is Phhhoto,
- [Sophomores Give Back to the ‘Aina](https://hbaeagleeye.com/sophomores-give-back-to-the-aina/) - Every year at Hawaii Baptist Academy, the sophomore class commemorates its own Earth Day in November by giving history presentations and working at lo‘i patches (taro patches.) Leading up to Earth Day, the sophomores spent a majority of the second quarter working on skit presentations about the history of America in the wild west. Sophomore
- [Students Poised for Annual Regatta Race](https://hbaeagleeye.com/students-poised-for-annual-regatta-race/) - This Friday, students from several science class periods will compete against each other in a boat race at the Wet ‘n’ Wild water park in HBA’s second annual Cardboard Boat Regatta. Physics and AP physics students led by Andrew Vitek will face off against Claire Mitchell’s AP Environmental Science and Oceanography classes for a winner-takes-all
- [Banquet Shopping Challenges](https://hbaeagleeye.com/banquet-shopping-challenges/) - They pull into the driveway of the hotel and step out of their car. One fancy foot after the other, they make their way up to the hotel ballroom where they greet their fellow good-looking classmates. With the buzz of conversation and the holiday ambiance floating in the air, it’s easy to forget that behind
- [Review: Gravity Falls Season 2 (Part 1)](https://hbaeagleeye.com/review-gravity-falls-season-2/) - It’s no secret that television has made a huge comeback in the last few years and shows such as The Walking Dead, Game of Thrones, and The Flash have become household names. However an unlikely candidate has been growing in popularity right alongside these other shows and earned its place as one of the highest
- [Clash of Clans Hooks Many](https://hbaeagleeye.com/clash-of-clans-hooks-many/) - Clash of Clans is a popular mobile video game that was released in 2012 for iOS and in 2013 for Android. Approximately four million people worldwide play the game daily. At Hawaii Baptist Academy, the game appeals to many students and teachers, and many have spent countless hours playing the game. In Clash of Clans,
- [Students Celebrate Five Years in Social Media Addiction Group](https://hbaeagleeye.com/students-celebrate-five-years-in-social-media-addiction-group/) - Five years ago, many students noticed that social media was taking over their lives. It is a melancholy event when students walk through the grand halls of Hawaii Baptist Academy and observe the slow zombification of those that have succumbed to social media, the dead pace of those walking through the halls while checking their
- [Music Review: "Made In the AM" by One Direction](https://hbaeagleeye.com/music-review-made-in-the-am-by-one-direction/) - This past November, One Direction continued the tradition of their annual music release with the album “Made in the AM”. This is the English-Irish’s band fifth album in five years. The songs in this new album differ greatly from their previous releases as the band compensates for the absence of one of its original members,
- [The Art of College Applications](https://hbaeagleeye.com/the-art-of-college-applications/) - If you squeeze your way through HBA’s senior area and ask a handful of the soon-to-be college freshmen what they plan to study, most of them will likely answer with majors such as business, biology, English or engineering. If you’re lucky, maybe a few people will name a foreign language. However, not many are likely
- [Your Guide to Spirit Week 2016](https://hbaeagleeye.com/your-guide-to-spirit-week-2016/) - Spirit Week 2016 will kick off the second week of school this January. Here's what students need to know to get ready for the high and middle school's most boisterous week of the year. THEME: Cereal Box Smackdown! DRESS-UP DAYS & ACTIVITIES MONDAY: Marvel Vs. DC Day* & Tug-of-War Students must dress up in a
- [Spirit Week: DC Vs. Marvel & Tug Of War](https://hbaeagleeye.com/spirit-week-day-1-dc-vs-marvel/) - On the first Monday of the third quarter, students walked onto campus dressed as popular characters from the Marvel and DC franchises. The army of masked crusaders and supervillains was a clear indication to students, their parents, and the surrounding community that Hawaii Baptist Academy’s annual Spirit Week competition was, once again, in full swing.
- [Juniors Leave Camp Early for SATs](https://hbaeagleeye.com/juniors-leave-camp-early-for-sats/) - With Junior Camp coming up this week, most juniors are looking forward to taking a break from classes and spending time bonding as a class. However, this year’s camp also coincides with the final old SAT test date before the new SAT will be used. While the school administration is making accommodations for juniors taking
- [What Does a Minute Mean to You?](https://hbaeagleeye.com/what-does-a-minute-mean-to-you/) - If one were to associate any sound with the word “sports,” one would probably conjure up the screeching blast of a whistle or the distinct scream of a timer on a game clock. Either way, both are indicative of time limits that many sports have. Many athletics are made competitive by the simple, age old
- [Oddball Candidates in the 2016 Elections](https://hbaeagleeye.com/oddball-candidates-in-the-2016-elections/) - If you care at all about the world of politics, you may have noticed that the stage has gotten a bit crowded. According to the Federal Election Commission, there are 1486 candidates running for president in the coming year. Obviously, some of these campaigns aren’t actually legitimate, as joke candidacies have become increasingly common. However,
- [Sophomore Embarks on 24-hour Endeavor to Literacy](https://hbaeagleeye.com/sophomore-embarks-on-24-hour-endeavor-to-literacy/) - For most students at HBA, winter break served as a reprieve from school work and an excuse to sleep in. However, on December 28 to 29, sophomore Jalen Sur managed to complete 24 consecutive hours of the online vocabulary enhancement program, Membean, and raised over two-hundred dollars for Hawaii Literacy. Under the hashtags #waterthebean and
- [Review: Gravity Falls Season 2 (Part 2)](https://hbaeagleeye.com/review-gravity-falls-season-2-part-2/) - In my last review, I looked over several episodes from Disney’s Gravity Falls’ second season, ending with the cliffhanger episode, Not What He Seems. Be sure to watch all the episodes and read my last review first before reading on because the following contains major spoilers. Four months after Not What He Seems, the extended
- [Shakespeare Competition Comes to HBA](https://hbaeagleeye.com/shakespeare-competition-comes-to-hba/) - On January 6, HBA students competed against each other in a Shakespeare competition. The winner, junior Joyy Young, will go on to represent HBA at the 2016 Hawaii Branch Shakespeare Competition that will take place on February 20 at Punahou School. Each participant of the HBA competition was required to perform a monologue from one
- [New Year, Same Me](https://hbaeagleeye.com/new-year-same-me/) - There are two types of people in this world: those that believe in making new year’s resolutions and those that don’t. While I am in the latter category, I strongly believe in change and setting goals; I just don’t believe in making them only during the New Year season. The resolutions that come with each
- [Life Lessons from Employment](https://hbaeagleeye.com/life-lessons-from-employment/) - High school is a time for kids to spend time with friends and family, focus on school, and think about their future. Whether it be for extra spending money or to build their resumes, many students also take the initiative to work at part-time jobs. Senior Adam Murakami works at the YMCA Windward branch where
- [A Primer on Photography](https://hbaeagleeye.com/a-primer-on-photography/) - "A picture is worth a thousand words." It's a famous saying, but is it true? The answer probably depends on the quality of the picture. Quality pictures usually have four common traits with a clear subject, good composition, good exposure, and high resolution. To clarify what I mean, a blurry, grainy picture of your dog
- [More Than Just a Team](https://hbaeagleeye.com/more-than-just-a-team/) - In high school many students sacrifice their time and energy in order to better themselves mentally, physically, and socially by playing a sport. Besides the physical benefits, many athletes say that their involvement in sports also gives them opportunities to meet people and relieve stress. In school sports, the make-up of teams is everchanging as
- [Never Fear! The Prom Experts Are Here!](https://hbaeagleeye.com/never-fear-the-prom-experts-are-here/) - Every year, as promposals and prom ticket sales come to a close, the lengthy and sometimes stressful process of preparing for the night of prom begins. For the juniors and seniors who will be attending their first HBA prom this March 14, many questions come into play concerning what they are going to wear, makeup
- [Food Review: Nitrogenie Ice Cream](https://hbaeagleeye.com/food-review-nitrogenie-ice-cream/) - In the past few months, social media has been blowing up with images and videos of a new ice cream shop in Ala Moana. Called Nitrogenie, the store is part of an Australian ice cream chain that started a few years ago.The chain uniquely uses liquid nitrogen to cool its ice cream. After placing their orders,
- [Basketball Girls Win First Basketball State Title](https://hbaeagleeye.com/basketball-girls-win-first-state-title/) - When looking back on this season’s state championship game in Hilo in February, the HBA girls varsity basketball team will never forget the blaring, unmistakable sound of the buzzer that signaled the end of the game and crowned them Division II State Champions for the first time in the school’s history. Last year, the same
- [Fight or Flight: How We Deal with Drug Abuse](https://hbaeagleeye.com/fight-or-flight-how-we-deal-with-drug-abuse/) - The use of illegal substances by teenagers is an age old problem. In the 70s, marijuana use reached its peak in the U.S. and then declined as attitudes shifted on it. However, the public perception of the use of marijuana has evolved significantly in recent years. We now live in a country where 23 states, including
- [Americans Flee by the Thousands as Primaries Close](https://hbaeagleeye.com/americans-flee-by-the-thousands-as-primaries-close/) - With the Presidential Primaries coming to an end, the Republican and Democratic parties both confirmed last night that their Presidential nominees will be businessman Donald Trump and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton respectively. This news has ravaged the American public as many call their victory “the best of mad men.” As of this morning,
- [Hunt for Easter Eggs Uncovers Unexpected Treasure](https://hbaeagleeye.com/hunt-for-easter-eggs-uncovers-unexpected-treasure/) - As students started their first week back from Spring break, the high school student council put on a campus-wide Easter egg hunt starting this past Tuesday. Besides candy and small treats, students have been on the look out for three golden eggs containing tickets for special prizes. On Wednesday, while hunting with his friends for
- [Breaking News: Student Council Election Results](https://hbaeagleeye.com/breaking-news-student-council-election-results/) - The 2016-17 Student Council election results are in. PRESIDENT: Joyy Young ('17) VICE PRESIDENT Megan Yamauchi ('18) CORRESPONDING SECRETARY Makenzie Cammack ('17) RECORDING SECRETARY Keiko Sanders ('17) TREASURER Morgan Lorenzo ('18)
- [Movie Review - Captain America: Civil War](https://hbaeagleeye.com/movie-review-captain-america-civil-war/) - The Captain is back and is suiting up to fight his most powerful foe to date: the Avengers. Following the events that occurred in The Age of Ultron, the Captain and the other Avengers find themselves in Lagos hunting for Brock Rumlow, a former hydra agent turned into a heavily armed terrorist. After a long
- [Gravity Falls Finale Review](https://hbaeagleeye.com/gravity-falls-finale-review/) - Weirdmageddon III: Take Back the Falls marks the last episode of the second season of Gravity Falls as well as the last episode of the entire series. As expected, it delivers lots of laughs, action, and tears as the cult favorite Disney cartoon comes to a close. This is part three of a series of
- [Review: Senior Superlative Monologues](https://hbaeagleeye.com/review-senior-superlative-monologues/) - On May 5 and 7, HBA’s Fall Theater class performed Most Likely To: The Senior Superlative Monologues by Michael Tester. The production features two casts—junior varsity and varsity casts—and I had the pleasure of watching the varsity cast. The play is a compilation of monologues and sketches from different senior superlative awardees. Since there were
- [Eagles Win Volleyball State Title](https://hbaeagleeye.com/eagles-win-volleyball-state-title/) - On May 6, the HBA boys varsity volleyball team won the Division 2 championship trophy for the sixth straight time. The game took place at the Blaisdell Center Arena where HBA defeated Molokai High after three sets (25-16, 25-15, 25-20). On their championship winning game, HBA coach Teoni Obrey noted that the team “did a
- [Runners Talk Blog: An Introduction](https://hbaeagleeye.com/blog-runners-talk/) - Hi! My name is Brant Yamamoto and I am a junior. I have been running for four years, participating in both Track and Field, and Cross Country. Although I have been doing both since eighth grade, I hate running Cross Country because I am much better at Track, and mostly run Cross Country for the
- [Blog: Sophomore Year](https://hbaeagleeye.com/blog-sophomore-year/) - My name is Marcus Mau. I'm a sophomore at HBA. I'm an "average" HBA kid. Asian and skinny is about the average HBA kid profile, for a boy at least. Not all HBA boys are skinny and Asian but the school is about 90% Asian and 80% skinny, or at least that's the way it
- [Blog: So You Think You Can't Have a Long Distance Relationship?](https://hbaeagleeye.com/blog-so-you-think-you-cant-have-a-long-distance-relationship/) - They say distance makes the heart grow fonder. And to a certain extent, I agree with that cliché. However, even though it's a popular cliché, long distance relationships still tend to have quite a bit of negativity attached to it. My name is Hannah and I would consider myself a “victim” of long distance relationships. But
- [Seniors' Declassified School Survival Guide](https://hbaeagleeye.com/seniors-declassified-school-survival-guide/) - When HBA resumed its classes on August 1, 2016, the freshmen class of 2020 arrived on campus with high expectations for the new year. The Eagle Eye checked in with seniors Serena Au, Ryan Su, and Joyy Young to find out what they’ve learned about high school so far in the hopes that the freshmen
- [From Binge Watching to Binge Writing](https://hbaeagleeye.com/from-binge-watching-to-binge-writing/) - It was the last day of school, and as HBA students turned in their final exams, the last bell of the school year sounded. As they leapt out of their seats to begin their summer, many had plans for a full and eventful vacation. However, with the advent of Netflix, social media, and other ubiquitous smartphone apps
- [And Then There Were 35](https://hbaeagleeye.com/and-then-there-were-35/) - Two summers ago, just five HBA band students participated in Hawaii Youth Symphony’s Pacific Music Institute. Last year, that number jumped to 20, and this past summer, that total climbed yet again. Thirty five HBA students spent ten of their final summer days in early July at the University of Hawaii, steeped in master classes, sectionals,
- [Hopes For Senior Year](https://hbaeagleeye.com/hopes-for-senior-year-3/) - As the 2016-17 school year begins, it marks a new chapter filled with hope and aspirations for the seniors at HBA. Armed with a mentality to try new things, create lasting friendships, and get college applications over with, many seniors look to leave their mark on HBA all while enjoying their last year of high
- [HBA Debuts New Uniforms](https://hbaeagleeye.com/hba-debuts-new-uniforms/) - On May 30, 2016, Hawaii Baptist Academy announced that the school is updating its uniforms for the 2016-2017 school year and beyond. The new uniform polos—available in grey, white or black (in dri-fit material)—feature the school’s logo on the front and left side. Yellow and green polos will no longer be available. As for the uniform
- [HBA Go!](https://hbaeagleeye.com/hba-go/) - The new game from Niantic, Pokemon Go!, has swept the nation racking up 100 million downloads on Google Play alone, and has an average play time of 43 minutes per user, per day, according to SimilarWeb. HBA students have joined the craze and many can be seen gathering in places where certain Pokemon appear. Because
- [Pokemon Go Captures HBA Students](https://hbaeagleeye.com/pokemon-go-captures-hba-students/) - This past July, gamers across the world were introduced to Niantic’s Pokemon Go on iOS and Android devices. The game, which broke the record for most downloads in the first week of its release on Apple's App Store, was a hit, making more than 1.6 million dollars in daily revenue according to a July report on
- [The Trendy Golfer's Merchandise Blog: Women's Olympic Golf Edition](https://hbaeagleeye.com/the-trendy-golfers-merchandise-blog-womens-olympic-golf-edition/) - Hello and welcome to this week's post. The Olympics golf tournaments have officially come to a close. In case you missed the action, I have a brief recap of what happened. Olympic Golf Sixty women competed in the women's golf tournament from last Wednesday to Sunday. For me, it was by far one of the most
- [Food Review: Zippy's Chili Moco](https://hbaeagleeye.com/food-review-zippys-chili-moco/) - What’s the one place where most Hawaii locals have eaten at? Zippy’s. Their classic Zip Pac and famous chili will always have a place in local culture. I have been going to the Pearl City Zippy’s since I was a child and have always loved whatever new unhealthy dish they make. I went there recently
- [Blog: So You Think You Can't Have a Long Distance Relationship?](https://hbaeagleeye.com/blog-so-you-think-you-cant-have-a-long-distance-relationship-2/) - Two days ago I had to say a temporary goodbye to someone who means a lot to me. I call it a temporary goodbye because I’ll get to see this person again in about four months. And now that I think about it most goodbyes are temporary and that’s something that everyone should know before
- [Runner's Talk Blog: The LSD Run](https://hbaeagleeye.com/runners-talk-blog-the-lsd-run/) - There are many types of workout runs that I do with my Cross Country team. These different types of runs are designed to balance between distance and intensity. This week I will be discussing about the Long sustained distance run. I recommend to do this run if you are just running for exercise because it
- [Blog: Sophomore Year](https://hbaeagleeye.com/blog-sophomore-year-2/) - Just as a precursor to this post, it won't be just me insulting myself again. But you have to admit, laughing at me deprecate myself in my last post about how not-interesting I am was pretty enjoyable. Anyway, this week’s post is about my sister who just went off to college. College. It's been a
- [Food Review: Frozen Philly Cheesesteaks](https://hbaeagleeye.com/food-review-frozen-philly-cheesesteaks/) - Let’s be honest, frozen food does not sound very appetizing. Why dig a pizza pocket out of the freezer and chuck it into the microwave when you could call Papa John’s and have a fresh pizza delivered to you? This weekend while grocery shopping with my parents at Costco, I came across an interesting choice
- [Drink Review: Starbucks Vanilla Bean Frappuccino](https://hbaeagleeye.com/drink-review-starbucks/) - I admit, I used to religiously order cappuccinos, pumpkin spice lattes, and caramel macchiatos. That was until my bank account started to suffer from Starbucks high prices, then I started drinking coffee from home. But a couple days ago, as a busy weekend was approaching, I decided to step foot into Starbucks again. The only
- [The Japanese Way](https://hbaeagleeye.com/the-japanese-way/) - Students from the Japanese 3 and 4 classes will be flying to Japan during this fall break. For 10 days, students will be learning more about Japanese culture and putting to practice Japanese etiquette while roaming around Japan. One of the many differences between American and Japanese etiquette centers around language. Japanese teacher Elena Yoo said,
- [NJHS Members Tour Lanikai's Zero Waste Program](https://hbaeagleeye.com/njhs-members-tour-lanikais-zero-waste-program/) - On September 9, 2016, members of the HBA middle school’s National Junior Honor Society, also known as NJHS, spent the day at Lanikai Elementary School to learn about the school’s zero food waste program. NJHS adviser Esther Quek stated, “The purpose of the field trip was to see how a zero food waste system works
- [Drum Roll Please!](https://hbaeagleeye.com/drum-roll-please/) - In ancient Japan, drums were used for both practical and cultural purposes, from sending messages to far away places, scaring insects away during harvest time, and celebrating a bountiful harvest. Some communities also used drums—taiko drums—in rituals to mimic thunder in hopes of bringing rain. Today, taiko, which literally means "big drum" in Japanese, is considered a
- [The Cornucopia of Our Culture](https://hbaeagleeye.com/the-cornucopia-of-our-culture/) - Many Americans are familiar with the classic painting of the Thanksgiving table by Norman Rockwell, which shows a plump turkey, roasted to a golden crisp. Though not shown in the painting, images of moist stuffing, deep red cranberry sauce, creamy mashed potatoes, and juicy smoked ham also come to mind when we think about the
- [Ninth Graders Enjoy Camp Despite Scheduling Conflicts](https://hbaeagleeye.com/ninth-graders-enjoy-camp-despite-scheduling-conflicts/) - On Thursday, September 22, the freshman class packed into three school buses for a three day camp organized and led by the Christian Ministries department, with help from volunteer student counselors. Held in Waianae at the Pu’u Kahea Baptist Convention Center, the ninth grade camp was a time for stress relief, class bonding, and spiritual
- [HBA Comes Together For All-School Chapel](https://hbaeagleeye.com/hba-comes-together-for-all-school-chapel/) - On October 19, 2016, middle and high schoolers ventured down Nuuanu Avenue to join the elementary students for the first all-school chapel of the year. Since this year’s theme is “Transform,” during the chapel, students from the elementary, middle, and high school campuses shared testimonies of how they’ve changed in the past year. After chapel,
- [Reality Check: Living in the Present](https://hbaeagleeye.com/reality-check-living-in-the-present/) - The technological advances in the past decade have been as revolutionary as the invention of sliced bread. With the creation of the internet and digital devices, our connection with others has reached farther and faster than any letter, telegram, or Pony Express rider could have ever dreamed of. Nearly every morsel of knowledge is available
- [Nihon Go!](https://hbaeagleeye.com/nihon-go/) - From September 26 to October 6, a group of 66 HBA Japanese language students headed west to the land of the rising sun, Japan. The purpose of this trip was to allow students the opportunity to explore a foreign country, immerse themselves in a new culture, and practice their Japanese. The students visited many places
- [Hopping Back To The ‘50s](https://hbaeagleeye.com/hopping-back-to-the-50s/) - On Friday, October 26, Hawaii Baptist Academy held its first ever Sock Hop. That evening, approximately 100 students from grades 9 through 12 participated in a 1950s themed dance in the gym. Dressed in era-appropriate costumes and hairstyles, attendees enjoyed burgers, hot dogs, and potato wedges for dinner, and then hopped onto the dance floor
- [Recipe: Spice Cake](https://hbaeagleeye.com/recipe-spice-cake/) - The holiday season has finally arrived and food is on everyone’s mind. Personally, I start dreaming about buttery mashed potatoes, juicy turkey, candied yams, but after that Thanksgiving feast, I can never forget about dessert. For the past 10 years, my dad and I have been making spice cake for the holidays. The Spice Cake
- [Boys Basketball Team Prepares for New Season](https://hbaeagleeye.com/boys-basketball-team-prepares-for-new-season/) - In late October, the varsity boys basketball team began training for their upcoming season. They spent weeks conditioning in the weight room and the gym before playing their first game of the season, which was against Lanai High School on November 17. The Eagles scored a 70-43 win over Lanai. The new season has inspired some players
- [The Most Wonderful Time of the Year](https://hbaeagleeye.com/the-most-wonderful-time-of-the-year/) - Andy Williams said it best: it sure is the most wonderful time of the year. The air is getting cooler (even in tropical Hawaii), a giant Mr. & Mrs. Claus can be spotted at the entrance of the Honolulu Hale, and the holiday spirit is almost infectious. Almost every convenience store has at least one
- [World War II Survivor Visits HBA High School](https://hbaeagleeye.com/world-war-ii-survivor-visits-hba-high-school/) - Seventy five years ago, fifteen year old Gayle Andersen witnessed the bombing of Pearl Harbor from her home on Hickam Field. At the time, her father, William Eugene Farthing, was the commanding officer on the Hickam base. She and her mother were initially evacuated to a friend's house in Honolulu before they ended up at the Nuuanu
- [Fall Play: Anonymous](https://hbaeagleeye.com/fall-play-anonymous/) - Voices singing “where I come from” fill the room as actors crowd the stage. Each actor slowly goes down to the floor, and Anon gives his speech. The story begins, and the audience is taken on a journey. At the end of this past fall semester, the theater class performed the play Anonymous from December
- [Your Guide to Spirit Week 2017](https://hbaeagleeye.com/your-guide-to-spirit-week-2017/) - Spirit Week 2017 kicks off next week starting January 9 and ends with our annual Homecoming Games at the high school. Here's what you need to know to get in the spirit. All the best to everyone and may the Force be with all of you! THEME: OUT OF THIS WORLD! DRESS-UP DAYS & ACTIVITIES MONDAY: Genre
- [Musician Profiles: Mark Pascual and Dylan Tsuruda](https://hbaeagleeye.com/musician-profiles-mark-pascual-and-dylan-tsuruda/) - The reverberating chorus of “1812 Overture” fills the halls of the B building, a sign of band students hard at work. Senior Dylan Tsuruda, who plays trombone in the high school Wind Ensemble, has been a band member for six years. According to Tsuruda, he joined the band in the seventh grade after his parents
- [New Year's Resolutions: Battling the Odds](https://hbaeagleeye.com/new-years-resolutions-battling-the-odds/) - A common tradition at the start of the year is to make a New Year’s resolution. According to the History Channel, this tradition started long ago when Babylonians and Romans made promises to their gods at the beginning of each year. Today, at the start of the 21st century, a recent survey conducted by Statistic
- [Junior Camp: Identity, Fellowship, and Fun](https://hbaeagleeye.com/junior-camp-identity-fellowship-and-fun/) - On Thursday, January 21, the junior class departed HBA to attend their annual grade level camp at the Pu’u Kahea Conference Center in Waianae. At camp, students were given the opportunity to relax and enjoy a break from classes and homework while learning about their identity in God through chapels and student-led small groups. This year, camp
- [The Joy of Cooking](https://hbaeagleeye.com/cookers-and-bakers-in-our-midst/) - The familiar ding of a cooking timer accompanied by the evocative aroma of freshly-made baked goods awakens everyone’s inner five-year-old instinct to frantically run to the radiating oven to see what kind of sweet treat awaits them. Since the dawn of time, while cooking methods and diets have evolved, the appeal and comfort of good
- [She Still Got Game](https://hbaeagleeye.com/she-still-got-game/) - Hawaii Baptist Academy has never been known for being a basketball school. In the high school varsity sports arena, there’s often a lot more talk about HBA’s volleyball and bowling programs when it comes to postseason success. The girls varsity basketball team, however, is hoping to change this perception, in spite of the challenges they’ve
- [Why We Love or Hate Rap](https://hbaeagleeye.com/why-we-love-or-hate-rap/) - Rap and hip hop music is enjoyed by millions of teens and young adults today. Kendrick Lamar made $18.5 million off of his album Untitled Unmastered in 2016, Drake made $38.5 million of his album Views, and even an older artist such as Dr. Dre made $41 million from his movie Straight Outta Compton, the most
- [Kalaupapa: Land of Exile and Refuge](https://hbaeagleeye.com/kalaupapa-land-of-exile-and-refuge/) - With no towering condominiums, gridlocked roads, or traffic lights in sight, time is unhurried on the island of Molokai. On the island’s north shore, soaring green cliffs and a windswept coast hem in the small village of Kalaupapa, accessible only by boat, private plane charters, or a 3.5 mile hike. The peninsula’s natural beauty seems
- [Spirit Week Overhaul (Satire)](https://hbaeagleeye.com/spirit-week-overhaul/) - In an unprecedented turn of events, the HBA Administration recently announced a set of changes for the 2017-2018 school year. These changes include a new uniform design and the elimination of the competition in Spirit Week activities. While the daily costume themes, assemblies, and activities will remain, these events will no longer contribute to an
- [Prom Goes to the Stars](https://hbaeagleeye.com/prom-goes-to-the-stars/) - A flurry of chiffon, flowers, and camera flashes filled the Hilton Waikiki Beach hotel on March 13 as HBA held its annual junior-senior banquet. In keeping with HBA tradition, the junior class planned the banquet—more commonly known as prom— in honor of the seniors. With the help of advisers, and after several months of hard
- [Mock Trial Scores Historic Win](https://hbaeagleeye.com/mock-trial-scores-historic-win/) - On April 1, the HBA Mock Trial Gold team competed in the Hawaii Mock Trial State Finals and defeated teams from Moanalua and Island Pacific Academy to become the state champion for the first time in school history. Following a superb season, the Gold team finished the state finals with a score of six wins,
- [The Evolution of HBA Theater](https://hbaeagleeye.com/the-evolution-of-hba-theater/) - You stand centerstage, breathe in the quiet, and remember all those who’ve graced this space before you. Under these lights, hundreds of students have spoken and sung stories to life. Nerds and jocks broke the status quo, seven brothers wooed seven brides, and a young refugee found his identity. Twice a year, the high school
- [Pac Five JV Baseball Sees Revival](https://hbaeagleeye.com/pac-five-jv-baseball-revamped/) - The 2016-17 Pac-5 baseball program started off this season with a new coaching staff, changing the attitude of the entire program. On the junior varsity team, coaches and players had the opportunity to come together as a team and follow the new motto: Be Relentless. For the team, this meant that no matter what, "everyone
- [Seniors Enjoy the Big Island on Final Class Trip](https://hbaeagleeye.com/seniors-enjoy-the-big-island-on-final-class-trip/) - On Friday, March 3, the senior class of 2017 set out for a weekend filled with lots of walking, tons of activities, and unforgettable memories on the Big Island. Upon their arrival at the Hilo airport, the group got onto tour buses and headed to Rainbow Falls for a quick photo stop before heading to
- [HBA Welcomes First Service Dog](https://hbaeagleeye.com/hba-welcomes-first-service-dog/) - With the end of the school year comes many sights: final exams, summer plans, and... a dog? This past Tuesday, Buddy the Labradoodle joined the HBA community as freshman Mason Mayeda’s service dog. Mason Mayeda has Type 1 diabetes, which means his body is unable to produce enough insulin—a hormone that regulates blood sugar levels.
- [Applied Engineering Now at HBA](https://hbaeagleeye.com/applied-engineering-now-at-hba/) - Have you been interested in becoming an engineer? Are you curious to know what engineering is? Do you have a passion for inventing or problem solving? If you answered yes to any of these questions then you’re in luck. This year, for the first time, HBA is offering a one-of-a-kind, semester long class, Applied Engineering,
- [Seventh Grade Camp: Good News, Bad News, Good News](https://hbaeagleeye.com/seventh-grade-camp-good-news-bad-news-good-news/) - On Thursday, August 30, the seventh grade class went on their first middle school camp held at the Pu’u Kahea Baptist Conference Center in Waianae, Hawaii. “Good news, bad news, good news” was the theme of 2017's three-day, two-night seventh grade camp. Because there are usually a significant number of new students entering seventh grade
- [Photo Gallery: 2023-24 Varsity Basketball Season](https://hbaeagleeye.com/photo-gallery-varsity-basketball-season/) - The girls varsity team finished their regular season 10-5, defeating Damien 42-32 in their finalseason game and placing third overall in their league. Their third place finish earned them a spot at the Division 2 state championships, where they finished in 5th place. The varsity boys were one win away from a third straight trip
- [HBA To Hold One-Of-A-Kind Anniversary Concert](https://hbaeagleeye.com/hba-hosts-one-of-a-kind-anniversary-concert/) - On November 23, 2024, HBA will be hosting a one-of-a-kind concert at Hilton Hawaiian Village to celebrate the school’s 75th anniversary. The concert will have two shows, and ticket sales have already begun. Guests can look forward to performances from the high school wind ensemble and concert bands, as well as performances from the elementary,
- [Boys Varsity Bowling Season Recap](https://hbaeagleeye.com/boys-varsity-bowling-season-recap/) - The Boy’s Varsity bowling team won the ILH Division 2 title this year and finished in third place at the HHSAA State Championships. The bowlers shared a sense of accomplishment as their season came to an end. Evan Tamashiro, a senior, said, “Our best achievement this year was shooting over 1000 pins as a team
- [Photo Gallery: 2024-25 JV Boys Basketball Season](https://hbaeagleeye.com/photo-gallery-2024-25-jv-boys-basketball-season/)
- [Astronomy Blog: Deep Sky](https://hbaeagleeye.com/astronomy-blog-deep-sky/) - In my first post, I covered some basics about astronomy and then moved on to constellations in our own solar system. In this post, I will try to cover one of the biggest subject areas in astronomy: deep sky objects. As the name suggests, deep sky objects are objects that are very far away from
- [Hard fought battle results in loss for Eagles](https://hbaeagleeye.com/hard-fought-battle-results-in-loss-for-eagles/) - In a game that was expected to be fast paced and high scoring, HBA tried hard but could not keep up with the No. 3 team in the state during the Eagles’ homecoming on Friday, Jan. 12. The St. Francis 87-54 victory left the Saints undefeated and in first place in ILH Division II and
- [Couple Ready for Take Off After Missile Threat on Wedding Day](https://hbaeagleeye.com/couple-ready-for-take-off-after-missile-threat-on-wedding-day/) - Not even a missile attack alarm was going to stop HBA math teacher Aaron Kondo (‘05) from marrying HBA alum and coach Nina Cheong (‘09). The threat was sent out to Hawaii residents and tourists on January 13 less than two hours before Kondo and Cheong were supposed to get married on this exact date.
- [HBA Mock Trial Team Moves on to State Finals](https://hbaeagleeye.com/hba-mock-trial-team-moves-on-to-state-finals/) - HBA is taking its case all the way to the Supreme Court with the aim of winning the Mock Trial State Championships once again. With 4 wins and 1 loss, the HBA Gold team will be defending their State Championship title at the Mock Trial Competition Finals on March 31 at the Hawaii State Supreme
- [41st MAC Week](https://hbaeagleeye.com/41st-mac-week/) - This year’s annual Mainland Advisory Council (MAC) Week, a week dedicated to hosting a group of mainland supporters, marks the 41st anniversary of the group. MAC members were thanked with a 4 day celebration which was kicked off on Tuesday February 19 with a visit to the elementary campus. MAC members then spent the rest
- [Mock Trial Team Places 4th at State Finals](https://hbaeagleeye.com/mock-trial-team-places-4th-at-state-finals/) - This March, after beating Saint Louis, HBA’s Mock Trial Gold team advanced to the Mock Trial State Championships, where they finished fourth. Unfortunately, HBA was unable to defend their championship title from last year, losing to Island School, Moanalua High, and Punahou. Sophomore Kaycee Nakashima, first year Mock Trial member, played the role of attorney
- [Vote for Your 2018-19 Student Council](https://hbaeagleeye.com/vote-for-your-2018-19-student-council/) - As the school year heads to an end, the annual student council elections are set to take place this Wednesday. This year, candidates running for student council include two incoming freshmen, current sophomore class president, and current student council vice-president. Freshman Jeremy Oyer, candidate for Treasurer, is running because he wants to be an active
- [New Pilot Schedule to Help Manage Workload](https://hbaeagleeye.com/new-pilot-schedule-to-help-manage-workload/) - On April 11, the HBA’s high and middle schools launched a three week pilot of a new class schedule designed to aid students in managing their ever-increasing workload by regulating the flow of homework. The Double Extended schedule, colloquially known to students as the double-double schedule, gives each class two extended periods per week while
- [AP Class Numbers Continue Upward Trend](https://hbaeagleeye.com/ap-class-numbers-continues-upward-trend/) - The trend for HBA Advanced Placement (AP) classes is that the number of students taking them increases each year. In the 2015-16 school year, 193 students took AP classes. Since then, the number has increased gradually, with 203 students taking AP courses this year. In particular, enrollment this year in AP Biology, AP Calculus, and
- [Teacher Profile: Mrs. Ustare](https://hbaeagleeye.com/teacher-profile-mrs-ustare/) - If you've ever sat in Mrs. Dynah Ustare’s classes, you'll find it hard to imagine her as a young inexperienced teacher. While many students have come to know the no-nonsense AP English 11 and English 12 teacher, few know about the Ustare who nervously dropped off her job application at HBA 29 years ago. Ustare’s
- [Fun Fair 2018](https://hbaeagleeye.com/fun-fair-2018/) - HBA’s annual Fun Fair took place on April 7 at the Richard Bento Elementary Campus. With new additions like the Supersonic ride, there were also games and food booths, including KC Waffle Dog and Hoku’s BBQ Chicken. Planning and preparation for the annual fun fair begins as early as October. “Most of the time spent
- [Not Your Average Summer School](https://hbaeagleeye.com/not-your-average-summer-school/) - Usually during summer breaks, students are enjoying their days by heading to the beach, hanging with friends, or just relaxing at home. This summer, some HBA students, however, were up by 7 A.M., getting ready for a day full of school. These students enrolled in summer programs at colleges on Oahu and on the mainland,
- [New Schedule Helps Students Manage Workload](https://hbaeagleeye.com/new-schedule-helps-students-manage-workload/) - After a successful pilot test during the end of last school year, HBA officially changed its high school and middle school bell schedule to a double extended one. The new schedule features all seven classes on the first day of the week, and two sets of extended period days for the rest of the week.
- [Video: 23 Questions with HBA Teachers](https://hbaeagleeye.com/video-23-questions-with-hba-teachers/) - Inspired by Vogue's 73 Questions video series, the Eagle Eye sought out four high school teachers to answer 23 very random questions. Filmed and edited by Jarin Ashimine ('20)Sound crew: Lance Tasaka ('20)Interviewer: Kristin Lau ('19)
- [Fresh Faces in Girls Varsity Volleyball](https://hbaeagleeye.com/fresh-faces-in-girls-varsity-volleyball/) - A new school year means a new season of girls volleyball is afoot. With four new freshmen joining the varsity squad to replace the five graduated seniors, this new season will bring new challenges. Zoe Lorica, Jade Mauga, Hayley Taka, and Alyssa Young are the four freshmen who have joined the varsity team. Lorica, Mauga,
- [SOL and Hula Halau Perform in Texas and Oklahoma](https://hbaeagleeye.com/sol-and-hula-halau-perform-in-texas-and-oklahoma/) - From September 29 to October 11, a group of HBA Soldiers of Light (SOL) and Halau members traveled to Texas and Oklahoma to perform for and worship with members of the Mainland Advisory Council. Choir director Todd Yokotake prepared the group for multiple performances in churches and care homes, and they also visited several colleges
- [HBA Overhauls Campus Food](https://hbaeagleeye.com/hba-overhauls-campus-food/) - On January 7, HBA students were introduced to a new food service company on campus, Flik. According to HBA president Ron Shiira, the school has been looking into making changes to its food services for the past few years. Along with school administrators, Shiira made the decision to switch from Sodexo to Flik after receiving
- [Looking back at Spirit Week 2019](https://hbaeagleeye.com/seniors-win-spirit-week-2019-2/) - Spirit Week 2019 saw the juniors and the seniors in a tight race to be the most spirited class of the year. Eventually, the seniors claimed the Mana Cup with just six points ahead of the juniors. They took first place in five categories: Banner, Platform Jam, Mascots, and NHS Donations. This winning combination, along
- [Tips on Writing Your College Essay](https://hbaeagleeye.com/tips-on-writing-your-college-essay/) - From filing the FAFSA to completing the Common App, the college application process can be a daunting, formidable task for students. While a large part of the application is simple but tedious—-inputting data like grades and financial information into short boxes or bubbles is a monotonous activity at best—essay writing is challenging for many students.
- [Junior Camp 2019: Seek God, Find Purpose](https://hbaeagleeye.com/junior-camp-2019-seek-god-find-purpose/) - On Thursday, January 17, the junior class began their annual camp experience as they hopped on the buses headed to Pu’u Kahea. As with all camps, the students were glad to take a break from school and spend time with their friends. With senior year and college applications coming up for the juniors, camp chapels
- [In the Driver's Seat](https://hbaeagleeye.com/in-the-drivers-seat/) - One of the more memorable milestones in life is getting a license and having access to a car. For students at HBA, being able to drive yourself to and from school, especially for seniors, is definitely a perk. For one, seniors who drive (and their friends) are no longer limited to school lunches. During lunch
- [Lady Eagles Capture Second State Championship Title](https://hbaeagleeye.com/lady-eagles-capture-second-state-championship-title/) - The Lady Eagles triumphed over the Seabury Hall Spartans for a 43–39 win on Saturday, Feb. 9 at the HHSAA Division II Girls Basketball State Championships. This is only the second time that the Lady Eagles have won the title, with the first win coming in 2016. Veterans Caitlin Ching (‘19), Alexis Dang (‘20), Kyley
- [2020 Student Council Candidates](https://hbaeagleeye.com/2020-student-council-candidates/) - This Wednesday, eighth graders through juniors will be voting for the 2020 high school student council. Here are the candidates: CANDIDATE FOR PRESIDENT Kathryn Harada ('20) "My leadership style is very strong but also very giving. I have things that I want to accomplish in certain ways, but I'm always open and willing to alter
- [Gallery: 2019 Judo State Championships](https://hbaeagleeye.com/gallery-2019-judo-state-championships/) - On Saturday, May 4, seven HBA students participated in the state championships for judo at the Stan Sheriff Center. Kaycie Tanimoto ('21) placed 4th in the 109-pound weight division and Josiah Lum ('22) placed 5th in the 132-pound weight division. This season, a sizeable number of HBA underclassmen joined PAC-5 judo, which gave the team
- [Freshmen research "Chosen Careers"](https://hbaeagleeye.com/freshmen-research-chosen-careers/) - On Monday, May 13, HBA freshmen faced one of their most common fears: public speaking. The culmination of a semester-long research project, the annual ninth grade showcase at the end of the school year is when HBA freshmen present their projects to teachers, parents and friends. This year, students were tasked with researching careers that
- [HBA hosts inaugural Summer Winds Festival](https://hbaeagleeye.com/hba-hosts-inaugural-summer-winds-festival/) - Ninety-nine students from HBA and other Oahu schools participated in the first annual HBA Summer Winds Festival from July 8 to July 12. Student musicians spent over 30 hours in full-band practices and instrument-specific sectionals during this week-long band clinic, which culminated in a concert on Saturday, July 13. HBA band director, Brad Shimizu, said
- [Lady Eagles Move to Division 1](https://hbaeagleeye.com/lady-eagles-move-to-division-1/) - After years of playing in Division 2, HBA’s girls volleyball varsity team was given the opportunity to move to Division 1 through an ILH one-year pilot program. The pilot moved schools into Division 1 based on their enrollment size. Four schools, including HBA, were moved into Division 1 to join Kamehameha, Iolani, Punahou and Mid-Pacific,
- [Ohana Night: Seniors Enjoy Quality Time with Family](https://hbaeagleeye.com/ohana-night-seniors-enjoy-quality-time-with-family/) - With the first quarter coming to a close, the Class of 2020 enjoyed their first social of the year on the evening of September 13 with their friends and family. The family-themed social, called Ohana Night, was organized by the senior class advisors to encourage seniors to spend quality time with their parents, especially as
- [Homeroom Charters: This is How School Should Be](https://hbaeagleeye.com/homeroom-charters-this-is-how-school-should-be/) - Happy, confident, relaxed, energetic, and determined. These are a few words chosen by HBA high schoolers to describe how they want to feel throughout the school day. This fall, high and middle school homerooms were tasked with coming up with homeroom charters to state how they want to feel at school. Homeroom charters are part
- [HBA Hosts Math Challenge](https://hbaeagleeye.com/hba-hosts-math-challenge/) - On November 30, HBA hosted its 18th Middle School Math Challenge. This year, nine Oahu schools competed in a series of math challenges and activities. This year's winner was Pearl City Highlands Intermediate School. HBA’s second team finished in second place. Organized and run by HBA National Honor Society (NHS) members, the first Math Challenge
- [Running for Justice](https://hbaeagleeye.com/running-for-justice/) - On Martin Luther King Jr. Day while many students enjoyed the three-day weekend by sleeping in, 105 enthusiastic runners were lined up at the Central Oahu Regional Park in Waipio at 6:00 a.m., ready to run 5000 meters for the second annual Justice Run. The Justice Run, organized by junior Johanna Seng, raised more than
- [The People Behind a Forgotten Industry](https://hbaeagleeye.com/the-people-behind-a-forgotten-industry/) - When I tell people that I only spend half the year with my father, they mostly come up with just these three conclusions: One: He is in the U.S. Military;Two: My parents are divorced; orThree: He is an absentee parent. Well, he is none of these things. My father is a ship captain for Matson,
- [HBA Cancels Band Trip, Makes Preparations for Coronavirus](https://hbaeagleeye.com/hba-cancels-band-trip-makes-preparations-for-coronavirus/) - There are now two cases of coronavirus in Hawaii, and while state authorities maintain that there is no known community spread of the virus, schools across the islands are still experiencing the indirect effects of this growing pandemic. Like many of them, in addition to instituting new health and safety policies concerning Covid-19, HBA has
- [The Unique Bond between Mothers and Daughters](https://hbaeagleeye.com/the-unique-bond-between-mothers-and-daughters/) - We all know that mothers and daughters have a special relationship, but what happens when they fight? High school college counselor Tara Gruspe has a college age daughter, Kainani, who graduated from HBA. Gruspe says that their relationship has improved since Kainani left for college. When Kainani was still a high schooler, Gruspe said they
- ["Pop, Jump, Slide." A Skateboarder's Story.](https://hbaeagleeye.com/pop-jump-slide/) - “Ride your board to school, ride your board to the store, ride your board to your car, ride your board in your house, just ride it everywhere...Just have your skateboard on you all the time. Go take it to school and carry it through school—I don’t care. You’re just there with it constantly. And you’re
- [Hi, I'm _____ and I'm a Perfectionist](https://hbaeagleeye.com/hi-im-_____-and-im-a-perfectionist/) - You won’t find “Perfectionist Club” in HBA’s yearbook, but that’s only because it isn’t an official club. Every week, like any other regular club meeting, perfectionists gather in a classroom during lunch to talk about their Type-A struggles. Hawaii Baptist Academy history teacher Lynne Nakano, a self-described perfectionist, began this unofficial club to provide a
- [Blog: How the Coronavirus has changed my family life](https://hbaeagleeye.com/blog-how-the-coronavirus-has-changed-my-family/) - No one expected a global pandemic to happen this year. However, we are in this predicament right now. The coronavirus has made its way across the whole world, infecting thousands of people, and hospitals are either overflowing with COVID-19 patients or preparing for an influx of them. Many nurses, doctors, and health care workers are
- [Girls Track Team Resolves to Keep Running](https://hbaeagleeye.com/girls-track-team-resolves-to-keep-running/) - Despite the statewide cancellation of all spring sports and a government-mandated stay-at-home order, the track team continues to train in any way they can in preparation for the upcoming fall cross country season, or, for the seniors, a possible college career. The track team is lucky in that they can run around their neighborhoods and
- [Teachers Adapt to Online Learning](https://hbaeagleeye.com/teachers-adapt-to-online-learning/) - As HBA students started spring break this March, Japanese teacher Elena Yoo flew to England to bring her daughter home from college. “By the time my daughter and I arrived back in Hawaii, the airport was virtually empty. It was eerie; I have never seen anything like it,” Yoo said. “Because of that kind of
- [Seniors Determined to Make Most Out of This Year](https://hbaeagleeye.com/seniors-determined-to-make-the-most-out-of-this-year/) - This past spring, senior year for the Class of 2020 came to a sudden halt. Due to COVID-19 and the subsequent shift to online learning at Hawaii Baptist Academy, they were forced to adapt to the new changes during their last quarter of high school. To their relief, junior-senior prom went on as planned and
- [Clubs Aim to Keep Student Body Connected](https://hbaeagleeye.com/clubs-aim-to-keep-student-body-connected/) - The annual high school club fair has gone virtual this year. Students can now see what's available and sign up for clubs at the club fair website. (The site is only accessible to students logged into their school email accounts on their browser.) Most students are probably wondering what clubs are still running, how are
- [A Changing World from Covid-19](https://hbaeagleeye.com/a-changing-world-from-covid-19/) - There have been many changes to our lives since to Covid-19. Among these are the need to wear masks, social distancing rules, distance learning, and a lot of time lost with friends and extended family. Some changes people have experienced are within themselves. Many have been impacted emotionally and mentally by COVID-19, in ways that
- [Small Business Owners Share Pandemic Experience](https://hbaeagleeye.com/small-business-owners-share-pandemic-experience/) - Since the beginning of March, local businesses have faced an uncertain future, especially with Hawaii’s multiple shutdowns and re-openings. In addition, the 14-day quarantine requirement had all but stopped the stream of tourists coming to Hawaii, severely affecting businesses that depend on Hawaii's year-round visitor traffic. According to the Honolulu Star-Advertiser on September 20, Honolulu
- [Student Leaders Bridge Distance Learning with Creative Activities](https://hbaeagleeye.com/student-leaders-bridge-distance-learning-with-creative-activities/) - In a time where students are physically distant from one another, class councils have to think of creative ways to promote class unity during online school. Large social events or activities like clubs, assemblies, and camps ground to a halt at the end of the last school year. Currently, student leaders are trying to find
- [Serving Others Through The Pandemic](https://hbaeagleeye.com/serving-others-through-the-pandemic/) - From the first stay-at-home order in March until now, people have been learning to adjust to the effects of the global health crisis as it continues to progress in unforeseen ways. To be “stuck at home” is a common expression people have used to describe their state during the past eight months of being, for
- [We Could All Use More Sleep](https://hbaeagleeye.com/we-could-all-use-more-sleep/) - Sleep. Everyone knows we need it to function well, yet most of us go through our days on less than sufficient amounts of sleep. It seems as though our busy schedules, filled with work, school, family, friends, etc., make it very difficult for us to get a healthy amount of sleep. Many of us have
- [Fans Weigh in on Grey's Anatomy Season 17 Premiere](https://hbaeagleeye.com/fans-weigh-in-on-greys-anatomy-season-17-premiere/) - The production of many films and television series came to a halt early this year during the beginning stages of the pandemic. Over the past few months, with new protocols and guidelines in place, many shows have slowly resumed production, as fans across the world awaited the return of their favorite shows. Sitting near the
- [Athletes Begin Preseason Workouts](https://hbaeagleeye.com/athletes-begin-preseason-workouts/) - When the state government announced the first lockdown in mid-March, several spring sports were still in session. With their seasons cut short, returning athletes for this school year were eager to see to see how this year's sport seasons would pan out. For much of this year, many athletes continued to train on their own
- [Band Program Plays On](https://hbaeagleeye.com/band-program-plays-on/) - The year 2020 has brought massive changes to all aspects of school life and HBA's band program is one of those areas that has been dramatically impacted. The program, HBA’s largest performing arts group with around 300 students in five bands last year, faced a variety of challenges, not limited to those brought about by
- [Finding the Sweet Spot Between Risk and Reward](https://hbaeagleeye.com/finding-the-sweet-spot-between-risk-and-reward/) - Along with four other hikers, Justin Mayeshiro stood at the summit of the Stairway to Heaven, fully resigned to a wretched night, as they stared into the cloud-obscured landscape below them, a view often regarded as one of Hawaii’s best — though not visible at the moment. After four hours of perilous hiking, they were
- [They Make School Possible](https://hbaeagleeye.com/they-make-school-possible/) - In addition to the work that teachers do for students, there is so more that takes place behind the scenes for a school to function properly. Students don't normally recognize the work that is being done to keep our campuses clean and safe, and our school day flowing smoothly. With the Covid-19 pandemic, many of
- [Johnson Lin: Through the Gauntlet](https://hbaeagleeye.com/johnson-lin-through-the-gauntlet/) - HBA senior Johnson Lin describes the college decision period as an anxious one, especially the last hours leading up to the final verdict. "I remember thinking if I get in, I get in, and if I didn't then that's okay," he said, all the while refreshing his email inbox over and over instead of paying
- [HBA Rolls Out Screen Monitoring Tool on School Chromebooks](https://hbaeagleeye.com/teachers-to-use-screen-monitoring-tool-on-school-chromebooks/) - At the start of fourth quarter, every HBA campus will be using a screen-monitoring tool called Classwize. Classwize allows teachers and administrators to view and guide students’ online activity on school-issued Chromebooks. In an email announcement sent to parents and guardians, the school administrations said that the purpose of Classwize is “to help their students
- [Middle schoolers and Freshmen Resume "Normal" School](https://hbaeagleeye.com/middle-schoolers-and-freshmen-resume-normal-school/) - When school resumed after spring break, there were many changes on campus. In addition to a new artificial lawn by the senior pavilion and sleek new cafeteria doors, seventh through ninth grade students were back on campus together instead of being split up into Alpha-Omega groups. As announced via email by HBA President Ron Shiira,
- [Faculty Farewells of 2021](https://hbaeagleeye.com/faculty-farewells-of-2021/) - This year a few HBA faculty members—who, combined, have worked at HBA for 69 years—will be retiring. Past elementary school students will remember having lunch in Mrs. Murphy’s room, or learning how to play the recorder or square dance in Mrs. Lovett’s music class. Students of Mr. Hu remember his anecdotes filled with humor and
- [Get to Know Your New Faculty and Staff](https://hbaeagleeye.com/everything-you-want-to-know-about-your-new-faculty-and-staff/) - There are nine new teachers and staff at the middle and high school this year. To help the student body get to know them a little better, the Eagle Eye asked them to share a few things with us about themselves. English teacher David McElrath, who is teaching English 10 and 12, spent his childhood
- [Volleyball Athletes Complete Unprecedented Season](https://hbaeagleeye.com/volleyball-athletes-complete-an-unprecedented-season/) - With a late start to the in-person school year, many sports like volleyball have had their seasons delayed. Tryouts for girls volleyball, which are usually done in the fall, took place in March this year, alongside the boys tryouts. The combined season of girls and boys volleyball started in the beginning of March and ended
- [Delta Variant Upends 5-Day In-School Plans](https://hbaeagleeye.com/delta-variant-upends-5-day-in-school-plans/) - As students emerge from a year of pandemic related quarantines, many still have questions about their safety, along with how things will be run from this point forward. With HBA now having its students attend in-person school all together, and the rapid spread of the COVID Delta variant, a variety of concerns have risen about
- [Teachers and Students Weigh in On HBA's Short Summer](https://hbaeagleeye.com/teachers-and-students-weigh-in-on-hbas-short-summer/) - On August 2, HBA students woke up, dressed in uniforms, and reported to the first day of the new school year while many other private school students remained asleep in their beds. While some private schools only begin school in late August, HBA's school year begins in the first week of August and includes a
- [Community Building Remains an Uphill Task](https://hbaeagleeye.com/community-building-remains-an-uphill-task/) - Ever since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, HBA students have experienced many modifications and cancellations to traditional community building events at school. The middle and high schools' annual Spirit Week and grade-wide camps at Camp Pu’u Kahea have served as the biggest venues for building community and belonging at HBA. It is these two
- [Climate Change: The World is Changing, But So Can We](https://hbaeagleeye.com/climate-change-the-world-is-changing-but-so-can-we/) - Hawaii is known as a warm paradise, generally safe from extreme weather conditions. However, despite Hawaii’s tropical climate, according to a *survey conducted by the HBA Eagle Eye, many HBA students report that the island’s summers in recent years have felt hotter compared to previous years, and over half believe the rising temperatures are partly
- [Boys Varsity Basketball Poised for Competitive Season](https://hbaeagleeye.com/boys-varsity-basketball-poised-for-competitive-season/) - Over the winter break, the HBA boys varsity basketball team participated in the St. Louis Tourney, a pre-season tournament for Division 2 and Division 1-AA teams for high schools here on the island. There, the Eagles went undefeated, going 3-0 overall in the three-day tournament. The Eagles played against Kamehameha, Punahou, and Waialua High School,
- [Tackling New Year's Resolutions](https://hbaeagleeye.com/tackling-new-years-resolutions/) - As the new year begins, so does the practice of making new year resolutions. While some people manage to check off items on their list, we tend to hear more about people who struggle with keeping their resolutions. As much as making resolutions can help us grow mentally and physically, they are also notorious for
- [Dilemmas in College and Career Choices](https://hbaeagleeye.com/dilemmas-in-college-and-career-choices/) - As adulthood draws near, students face a pressing dilemma: choosing a career path. Although the answer may be obvious to some, many teenagers and young adults struggle with the choice between following their heads and following their hearts. While the head calls for logical and practical career choices, the heart says their passions lie elsewhere.
- [Student Scientists Explore Yellowstone](https://hbaeagleeye.com/student-scientists-explore-yellowstone/) - It was June 9, 2021 in the early afternoon. Even with the overcast sky hiding the sun, there was a sense of hope in the air. The group yelled “land ho!” at the sight of a herd of bison, relief blanketing them as the week-long game of bison tag finally came to an end. They
- [Tips and Tricks for New Drivers](https://hbaeagleeye.com/tips-and-tricks-for-new-drivers/) - Driving can seem daunting at first to new drivers, but the Eagle Eye reached out to veteran drivers—students and teachers—to get some advice that should help new drivers feel less intimidated. From advice on written tests and road tests, to driving on your own for the first time, here's what we found. Scheduling a driver’s
- [HBA Athletes Share about Pressures They Face](https://hbaeagleeye.com/hba-athletes-share-about-pressures-they-face/) - In recent news, high profile athletes like Simone Biles and Naomi Osaka have taken a break from competing to prioritize their physical and mental health. Although our HBA athletes do not participate in professional level sports, they still identify with similar pressures. With the additional stress of academic responsibilities, family expectations, college recruitment, and self-doubt, being
- [What We Think About High School Dating](https://hbaeagleeye.com/what-we-think-about-high-school-dating/) - High school offers many opportunities for teenagers to mature socially, albeit sometimes through awkward, newfound experiences. High school dating relationships promises much joy and fun but the stakes are high as there are risks—they may not work out as you hope. The Eagle Eye surveyed HBA high school students to find out their perspectives on dating
- [Future Uncertain: How We Flourish Here and Now](https://hbaeagleeye.com/future-uncertain-how-we-flourish-here-and-now/) - With all of the uncertainty surrounding high school and what comes after, especially in the midst of a pandemic, students must find different ways to cope with their anxieties about the future. For some, this means finding activities that take their minds off of their troubles, providing a much needed break. On the other hand,
- [Meet Mr. Elton Kinoshita, New High School Principal](https://hbaeagleeye.com/meet-mr-elton-kinoshita-new-high-school-principal/) - Along with the beginning of the second semester and a new year, Hawaii Baptist Academy welcomed Elton Kinoshita as its new high school principal. He takes over from long-time principal Marsha Hirae, who led the high school for 24 years. Prior to coming to HBA, Kinoshita worked in Hawaii's Department of Education first as an
- [A Night Under A Thousand Lanterns and Surgical Masks](https://hbaeagleeye.com/a-night-under-a-thousand-lanterns-and-surgical-masks/) - Hawaii Baptist Academy strove to put the “social” in social distancing in its 2021-22 Winter Banquet. The event took place at the Ko’olau Ballrooms on Saturday, February 5, with doors opening at 4:30 p.m. and closing five hours later. Close to 200 students booked their seats, eager for the school’s first off-campus dance in almost
- [Spirit Week 2022: Multiverse Madness is Finally Here](https://hbaeagleeye.com/spirit-week-2022-multiverse-madness-is-finally-here/) - The sure sign of school life finally going back to normal is the HBA tradition of Spirit Week. This coming week, Spirit Week 2022 will finally take place after being postponed from January. Last year, each grade came on campus on different days to complete their Spirit Week activities. This year, two grades at a
- [Tiktok Now a Music Industry Power Player](https://hbaeagleeye.com/tiktok-now-a-music-industry-power-player/) - Ironically, mindlessly scrolling through my For You Page on TikTok has vaulted me through a gateway of discovery in new music. Stephen Sanchez, one of the many musical sensations recently made popular by TikTok, has caught my attention in particular. In an attempt to recreate a 1950s love song, the rising artist released a 15-second
- [Balancing in the Spotlight](https://hbaeagleeye.com/balancing-in-the-spotlight/) - On Saturdays, when most high schoolers are busy sleeping in till noon, meeting friends at the mall, or catching up on schoolwork, freshman Calla Pien has other plans. “I have a show in November, and currently, I have rehearsals every Saturday, which makes it very hard to have a real life, hang out with my
- [Student Council Strives for "An Even Better Normal"](https://hbaeagleeye.com/student-council-strives-for-an-even-better-normal/) - “We want the Student Council to be more than party planners. They are student advocates,” Christina Yasutomi, council advisor, explained to the student body during the first day of school assembly. With that, the Student Council kicked off what they hoped would be the first of many opportunities for students to rekindle their wavering school
- [Freshmen Take First Steps](https://hbaeagleeye.com/freshmen-take-first-steps/) - For freshmen, the start of high school often elicits both anxiety and excitement. With new classes and teachers, as well as an unfamiliar campus, students often go through an unsteady transition period before hitting their stride. “It’s very stressful,” said freshman Vivien Wong. “There's a lot more going on here than in middle school,” stated
- [Welcome Back to Fall Sports](https://hbaeagleeye.com/welcome-back-to-fall-sports/) - This fall, sports like bowling, cross country, and volleyball are returning, and in a major change from the past two years, there are no Covid restrictions in place. Friends and families are looking forward to cheering on athletes in person, and the start of the fall season is full of excitement for both spectators and
- [Lady Eagles Lose Spike Nite But Gain Determination](https://hbaeagleeye.com/lady-eagles-lose-spike-nite-but-gain-determination/) - The buzzer rang, and only a few muffled claps could be heard in HBA’s Dan Liu Gymnasium as the Lady Eagles lost Spike Nite against Le Jardin’s Bulldogs by a mere two points. The final score was 25-21, 25-20, 25-23. This was the third meeting for the two teams this season with the previous games
- [Class of 2023 Gives Back](https://hbaeagleeye.com/class-of-2023-gives-back/) - On October 25, while the rest of the high school was taking the PSATs, the class of 2023 went to the PaePae o He’eia Fishpond for a community service project, where they helped with a variety of restoration projects. The He’eia fish pond is an ancient Hawaiian fishpond located in Kaneohe and Paepae o He’eia
- [Eagles Net Double Win at 2023 Homecoming](https://hbaeagleeye.com/eagles-net-double-win-at-2023-homecoming/) - On January 13, in the first full-scale homecoming event in three years, HBA's varsity girls and boys basketball teams faced off their competitors in a confident display of skill and determination, winning both homecoming games in front of a spirited home crowd. The Lady Eagles kicked off the evening with their game against the Mid-Pac
- [New Dance Elective Begins at Middle School](https://hbaeagleeye.com/new-dance-elective-begins-at-middle-school/) - The HBA Visual and Performing Arts Department introduced dance as a new elective program for middle school students. The department launched this addition at the beginning of the second semester, providing students with the opportunity to experience a new aspect of performing arts. Sean Malinger, the Visual and Performing Arts Department Chair, has long hoped
- [Winter Break kicks off with the "Snow Queen's Masquerade"](https://hbaeagleeye.com/winter-break-kicks-off-with-the-snow-queens-masquerade/) - A tiger head mask, loud music, dancing for hours, and an appetizing buffet. The 2022 Winter Banquet in December gave HBA students many moments to remember as they ended their first semester of school. Held at the Waikiki Beach hotel, the banquet took place on December 19. Close to 300 high school students attended the
- [Students, Administration Grapple with Dress Code](https://hbaeagleeye.com/students-administration-grapple-with-dress-code/) - Nike hoodies, Crocs, slide slippers, and many more out-of-dress code accessories have become common at HBA’s high school campus. But with these student attempts at comfort and individuality come warnings and demerits, especially as HBA’s administration clamps down on dress code violations in the new semester. The intent of HBA’s dress code, as defined by
- [Students Learn from Community Service](https://hbaeagleeye.com/students-learn-from-community-service/) - The National Honor Society at Hawaii Baptist Academy has many committees, each prioritizing a different issue that they hope to tackle in the community. For example, “Kupuna Kare” is a committee that helps out the elderly, the “Animal Committee” focuses on helping animals, and “Hope for the Homeless” works to provides aid to homeless people. Senior
- [AI: Threat or Ally to Learning?](https://hbaeagleeye.com/ai-threat-or-ally-to-learning/) - ChatGPT, the cutting-edge language model developed by OpenAI, has been making waves in the tech industry for its ability to generate human-like text. As the Eagle Eye of Hawaii Baptist Academy, I had the opportunity to test out ChatGPT and its capabilities firsthand. In this article, we will hear from Hawaii Baptist Academy teachers and
- [Seniors Set the Tone for School Spirit](https://hbaeagleeye.com/seniors-set-the-tone-for-school-spirit/) - HBA’s long-held tradition of Spirit Week—in which middle and high school students compete in games and activities to be the most spirited class—returned in full swing this January, after two years of being scaled down due to Covid-19 restrictions. This year’s event presented the last opportunity for the Class of 2023, the seniors, to secure
- [Up Next: #adulting](https://hbaeagleeye.com/up-next-adulting/) - As students near the end of the school year, seniors face the inevitable reality of growing up. Most of them will be legal adults when they leave high school. For most HBA seniors, college, something once far beyond the horizon, is now visible a few months away, and will mark the beginning of an independent
- [Freshman Spotlight: Mina Kwon](https://hbaeagleeye.com/freshman-spotlight-mina-kwon/) - Starting at a new school is hard, let alone a new school in a new country. However, freshman Mina Kwon has risen to the challenge. She moved from Korea to the Hawaii to attend high school at HBA this year, leaving behind her immediate family and all things familiar, including her friends and a pet
- [Cross Country Season Recap](https://hbaeagleeye.com/cross-country-season-recap/) - The HBA varsity cross country team placed 4th (girls) and 3rd (boys) at the HHSAA Cross Country State Championship on November 4, 2023. Despite the many injuries that plagued their runners this season, the team managed to qualify for the state championship by being in the top 40 finishers in the ILH Division Championships. “This
- [HBA Enrolls More International Students](https://hbaeagleeye.com/hba-enrolls-more-international-students/) - In recent years, HBA has been expanding its outreach to international students. This year, there are a number of them at the high school and the admissions department hopes to see more. Two new freshmen from South Korea enrolled at the start of the year. Mina Kwon left behind her immediate family and middle school
- [Volleyball Boys Gear Up For Another Division 1 Season](https://hbaeagleeye.com/volleyball-boys-gear-up-for-another-division-1-season/) - The HBA boys volleyball team will play their first season game in early March. This is the seventh year that the team will be competing in ILH Division 1. While most sports at HBA compete in Division 2, volleyball head coach Teoni Obrey decided to make the switch from D2 to D1 to make the sport
- [Hooping Through the Holidays: Basketball Teams Hustle for Pre-Season Preparation.](https://hbaeagleeye.com/hooping-through-the-holidays-basketball-teams-hustle-for-pre-season-preparation/) - Over the winter break, the boys and girls varsity basketball teams embarked on their biennial trip to California. Both teams began their pre-season training in early November, but it took some time before each team found their stride. With three graduated seniors, the girls varsity team began the pre-season with eight returnees. Just as pre-season
- [Lunar New Year: Chinese, Japanese, and Korean Traditions](https://hbaeagleeye.com/lunar-new-year-chinese-japanese-and-korean-traditions/) - February 10, 2024 marked the first day of Lunar New Year. In Hawai'i, red envelopes, lion dances and lanterns are typically associated with this season but those are uniquely related to Chinese celebrations. There are other Asian traditions that celebrate this holiday in other ways. In China, Lunar New Year is called chun jie which
- [Tiktok for Everything](https://hbaeagleeye.com/a-look-into-the-lives-of-hbas-tiktok-users/) - Released in September 2016, TikTok has grown to be an influential platform where ordinary people share anything from beauty tips, music, "fails," to home improvement ideas. In 2022, TikTok acquired 3 billion downloads and more than 1 billion active users each month. Teenagers like junior Ree Fukumoto, self-described as “chronically online,” often find themselves going to
- [Cross Country Teams Take Top Spots at States](https://hbaeagleeye.com/cross-country-teams-take-top-spots-at-states/) - On November 2, the boys varsity cross country team won the Division 2 state title at the HHSAA State Championship race in Maui, with senior Xan Waialeale medaling in 16th place overall. The girls varsity team finished in second place, with sophomore Rylee Sato medaling in 13th place overall. Heading into the championship, the boys
- [Students Wave for Pedestrian Safety Awareness](https://hbaeagleeye.com/students-wave-for-pedestrian-safety-awareness/) - On October 19, 2023, HBA's National Honors Society (NHS) and the HBA Student Council Community Relations Committee partnered up with freshman Madan Abe to hold a sign-waving event to promote pedestrian safety awareness. Abe, as part of his 8th grade Capstone Project last year, wanted to improve on pedestrian safety specifically at the Pali Highway
- [Pac-5 Air Riflery Boys Bring Home ILH Championship Title](https://hbaeagleeye.com/pac-5-air-riflery-boys-bring-home-ilh-championship-title/) - On October 14, the Pac-5 Boys Air Riflery Team won the first place title in the ILH Championship. The girls team took second place, capping off an impressive season for the Air Riflery program overall. The Pac-5 team is made up of seven schools and there were 16 HBA students in the combined junior varsity
- [Fall Play Tackles Last Minute Christmas Shopping Issues](https://hbaeagleeye.com/fall-play-tackles-last-minute-christmas-shopping-issues/) - The high school theater class will perform their fall production on December 8 and 9 in the high school gym. Titled "One Christmas Eve at Evergreen Mall," the play combines eight stories into one and is set in a fictional mall, where shoppers are faced with last minute decisions on what to buy, what to
- [Chinese Class Prepares For Taiwan Trip](https://hbaeagleeye.com/chinese-class-prepares-for-taiwan-trip/) - HBA’s high school Chinese language program will be taking students on a one-week trip to Taiwan over the upcoming spring break. The trip, which is open to all Chinese students regardless of their level, will take place from March 15 to 23. The twenty travelers, along with a handful of parent chaperones, will be led
- [Catching Up With The Class of 2023](https://hbaeagleeye.com/catching-up-with-the-class-of-2023/) - As we head into the second quarter of school, the Eagle Eye caught up with a handful of last year’s seniors to find out how they were doing in college. Cameron Pien ('23) - Cornell University How has school been so far? College has been very intellectually stimulating and inspiring! The array of subjects I
- [Students Travel for College Visits](https://hbaeagleeye.com/students-travel-for-college-visits/) - Students in their junior and senior years commonly take trips during school breaks around the country in search of their ideal college. This helps students in the application process and decision making. Visiting colleges in person is different from looking at a screen containing lone words and photo stills. Senior Jasha Onogi said, “The best
- [Eagle Eye Named Best Website](https://hbaeagleeye.com/eagle-eye-named-best-website/) - High school student journalists gathered at UH Mānoa on April 18 for the 55th Hawaii High School Journalism Awards ceremony. The Eagle Eye won five category awards, including best website, and came in third place for the overall best-in-state award. Sacred Hearts Academy's Ka Leo took home the best-in-state title for the second year running,
- [Cartoon: Who Am I?](https://hbaeagleeye.com/cartoon-who-am-i/) - Senior Cerra Leong illustrates the process of finding her own identity from freshman to senior year.
- [Blog: Why We Think What We Think About Love](https://hbaeagleeye.com/blog-why-we-think-what-think-about-love/) - About two years ago, I was having dinner with a childhood friend, and the conversation shifted to music. As we were effusively praising the convenience and supremacy of Spotify, she suddenly looked up at me with a mischievous smirk on her face and asked, “Do you have a boyfriend? You have so many Spotify playlists
- [Recap: Spirit Week 2023](https://hbaeagleeye.com/recap-spirit-week-2023/) - 2023 started off with a bang at the middle and high school with Spirit Week on the second week of the semester. This year’s theme was “Before They Were Famous,” which featured what fast food chain mascots were doing before the chains became multi-billion dollar businesses. Every day that week, grades 9 through 12 came together
- [Cartoon: Procrastination](https://hbaeagleeye.com/cartoon-procrastination/) - Procrastinator truisms:1. Deadlines will pass if you procrastinate long enough.2. Postpone reality by not looking at your grades.3. You can always take care of your procrastination issues later.
- [Spirit Week 2024 To Bring Playground Games to Life](https://hbaeagleeye.com/spirit-week-2024-to-bring-playground-games-to-life/) - This week, HBA high and middle school students will explore the question, “What if playground games were in real life?” With the seniors as “Infection,” the juniors as “Night at the Museum,” the sophomores as “Cops and Robbers,” the freshmen as “Marco Polo,” and the middle schoolers as “Hide and Seek,” each class will compete
- [Aloha, Class of 2018!](https://hbaeagleeye.com/aloha-class-of-2018/) - On Thursday, May 24, HBA celebrated the Class of 2018 on their last day of school with the annual senior sendoff. Middle and high school students, staff and faculty lined the path leading from the D building to the senior pavilion, cheering on the seniors as they made their way to the senior area for
- [Spirit Week 2022 Results](https://hbaeagleeye.com/spirit-week-2022-results/) - The student council announced the results of Spirit Week 2022 through this video today. Final Results:1st: Seniors (313 pts)2nd: Juniors (276 pts)3rd: Sophomores (238 pts)4th: Freshmen (183 pts)5th: 7th Grade (176 pts)6th: 8th Grade (161 pts) Related Post: Spirit Week 2022 Photo Galllery
- [The Power of Reading](https://hbaeagleeye.com/the-power-of-reading/) - According to an article published by the American Psychological Association, “less than 20 percent of U.S. teens report reading a book, magazine or newspaper daily for pleasure, while more than 80 percent say they use social media every day.” These results are not surprising due to the increase of technological distractions like video games or
- [Gallery: Spirit Week 2022](https://hbaeagleeye.com/gallery-spirit-week-2022/) - Bleachers shook, crowds clapped, and chanting filled the air...two years ago. Spirit Week was one of HBA’s most exciting times of the year until Covid-19 ended all-school assemblies. In the last two years, HBA's Spirit Week has struggled to retain its excitement as it adapted to pandemic-related restrictions. This excitement was precisely what HBA’s student council
- [Burnout: From Quarantine to AP Classes](https://hbaeagleeye.com/burnout-from-quarantine-to-ap-classes/) - Ever since the pandemic started, work has been more tiring. For me, especially when we were online for school at the end of ninth grade, it felt as if there was no respite from work. I would stare blankly at a screen for eight hours every day trying to process information through online lessons. Then,
- [PSAT Goes Online](https://hbaeagleeye.com/psat-goes-online/) - Many underclassmen have what they call “the dreaded PSAT” marked on their calendars every year. But as of this year, the College Board has decided to move the PSAT to an online format – a first for everyone – potentially reducing student’s sense of dread as the online exam will be around 45 minutes shorter.
- [Eagle Eye Takes Second Place in Journalism Competition](https://hbaeagleeye.com/eagle-eye-takes-second-place-in-journalism-competition/) - The Eagle Eye was named the runner-up for the overall Best-in-State award at this year’s Hawaii High School Journalism Awards competition. The staff also took home numerous Best-in-State awards in individual categories, and finished first overall in the Photo Division. Sacred Hearts Academy won the Best-in-State title, with Kalani HS (3rd), McKinley (4th-tie), Moanalua (4th-tie),
- [Video: Sideline Cheer Returns](https://hbaeagleeye.com/video-sideline-cheer-returns/) - After a long hiatus, HBA's sideline cheer team made a comeback this winter season. A group of nine cheerleaders led by team captains Priscilla Pamatigan ('23) and Nicole Shibuya ('24) worked hard to put together a team from scratch. In this video, junior Brendan Aoki follows the team as they work to get the student
- [Gallery: HBA vs Kohala](https://hbaeagleeye.com/gallery-hba-vs-kohala/) - On February 9, 2023, the boys varsity basketball team played Kohala in the semi-finals of the Heide & Cook/Division II boys basketball championships. The Eagles lost 45-61 to Kohala and finished fourth in the championship. Photographs by Brendan Aoki ('24).
- [Blog: The Appeal of the Anti-Romcom](https://hbaeagleeye.com/blog-the-appeal-of-the-anti-romcom/) - The art of the romantic comedy is generally not too difficult to master. I always imagine film company executives sitting down in a conference room, spinning a wheel with a selection of tropes, selecting two attractive leads, and then exclaiming, “There! We’ve got the next blockbuster romcom.” This is not a blanket critique of delightfully
- [Review of Hamilton: From the Big Screen to Live in Honolulu](https://hbaeagleeye.com/review-of-hamilton-from-big-screen-to-live-in-honolulu/) - Hamilton, the popular Broadway musical created by Lin Manuel Miranda, made its debut in Honolulu this past December. From powerful vocals to heartwarming storytelling, Hamilton in Hawaii did not disappoint. The play is set in the late 1700s during the American Revolution, and it follows the life of Alexander Hamilton, one of America’s Founding Fathers.
- [Full-Scale Spirit Week Returns](https://hbaeagleeye.com/full-scale-spirit-week-returns/) - Come January 9, Spirit Week will return to its traditional form, complete with combined middle and high school assemblies, and live Pepper Squad performances. The last "normal" Spirit Week took place in January 2020, just before the Covid-19 pandemic put large group gatherings on hiatus. This year, the theme is "Before They Were Famous", featuring
- [Theater Students "Brainstorm" Unique Production](https://hbaeagleeye.com/theater-students-present-brainstorm/) - After performing their past four plays with COVID restrictions, HBA’s theater production class has returned to a more normal semester this year. On December 2 and 3, the fall cohort will present their latest play "Brainstorm" in the high school gym, a departure from the usual elementary school auditorium stage. The play, written by Ned
- [New Year, New Staff!](https://hbaeagleeye.com/new-year-new-staff/) - This new school year brings to the high school five new faculty and staff. To help the student body get to know them a little better, the Eagle Eye asked them to share a few things about themselves. Mr. Charles Poore is the High School Christian Ministries Coordinator and moved to Hawaii from South Carolina.
- [From MyBackpack to MyEagle](https://hbaeagleeye.com/from-mybackpack-to-myeagle/) - As this school year began, Hawaii Baptist Academy completed its transition to a new online education management system. This system, previously known as MyBackpack, is now called MyEagle and is the digital portal that connects students and their families to a myriad of services, from making tuition payments, ordering school meals, to viewing grades and
- [Students Head Back To "Normal" School](https://hbaeagleeye.com/students-head-back-to-normal-school/) - Many of the Covid policies from the previous school year have been modified with the start of this school year—social distancing is now optional, and joint chapels and lunch periods have been reinstated. In addition, ILH sports have shifted back to pre-pandemic norms. While each school reserves the right to enact their own rules, there
- [The Woes of an AP Student](https://hbaeagleeye.com/the-woes-of-an-ap-student/) - By Noah Hu ('23)
- [College: A Sure Route to Success](https://hbaeagleeye.com/need-to-know-tips-and-tricks-to-reach-your-optimal-success/) - No matter how you look at it, college is the only gateway to success. Every well-paying, respectable job requires you to have a college degree, so deciding which college to attend is the single most important decision that you will make, that is if you care about becoming a successful, respectable person. Choose the wrong
- [Fallout from a Moment's Folly](https://hbaeagleeye.com/fallout-from-a-moments-folly/) - This year at the Oscars, a deaf man won the Academy award for Best Supporting Actor, the first time in history; “Dune” won six Oscars, the most at the ceremony; and a movie produced by a streaming service won Best Picture, hinting that the industry may be headed in a new direction. Yet all of
- [Easing into New Waters](https://hbaeagleeye.com/easing-into-new-waters/) - With mask mandates ending throughout the U.S., Hawaii Baptist Academy made masking optional at school starting April 11. Prior to that outdoor masking was already made optional a week after Spring Break. Along with optional masking at school, temperature scanning, as well as mandatory quarantining, was lifted on April 11. However, with all of these
- [Innovative Twists in Asian Cuisine](https://hbaeagleeye.com/innovative-twists-in-asian-cuisine/) - From a matcha soda to a sushi burrito, eateries in Hawaii are becoming more creative with their offerings, serving a variety of innovative Asian-inspired foods. I went to check out six different places on the island. Each spot added their own unique twists on Asian cuisine, while still keeping the food’s traditional and authentic aspects.
- [Video: Kate's Garden](https://hbaeagleeye.com/video-kates-garden/) - The Eagle Eye visited senior Kate Higa's vegetable garden at her home in Kaneohe, Hawaii. She started her garden during the pandemic as a way to get out of the house, not knowing that the few seeds she scattered would sprout into a newfound passion. Along the way, an old family friend, Mr. Matsu, became
- [The First Month of School](https://hbaeagleeye.com/the-first-month-of-school/) - Students, faculty and staff answer some questions about the first month of school. By Christian Oshiro, Jaryd Sugihara & Danielle Woo
- [High School Expansion Project](https://hbaeagleeye.com/high-school-expansion-project/) - A preview of the high school campus' Arts, Science & Technology Building, and the Learning Center before the grand opening in October 2013. By Christian Oshiro, Jaryd Sugihara & Danielle Woo
- [Freshman Camp](https://hbaeagleeye.com/freshman-camp/) - The Class of 2017 went on their first camp as high schoolers in October. Themed "Journey to the Cross", camp activities examined Jesus' crucifixion and the significance of the cross. The freshmen also spent time bonding as a class through games and beach activities. Photographs by Christian Oshiro.
- [Environmental Science Visits NOAA](https://hbaeagleeye.com/environmental-science-visits-noaa/) - HBA's AP Environmental Science class had the opportunity to visit the National Oceanic And Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) headquarters for Hawaii. NOAA has at least one station in each state and also works around the world doing tasks from predicting the weather to tagging fish and other ocean animals. The class was also able to board
- [Vitek Bottle Rockets](https://hbaeagleeye.com/vitek-bottle-rockets/) - The part of science classes that students most look forward to is doing labs or hands-on projects. In Biology, there are sheep hearts. In Chemistry, there are chemical reactions. In Physics, there are bottle rockets. Recently, Andrew Vitek's Physics Class launched bottle rockets along the Nu'uanu stream. The students prepared soda bottles for launch by
- [Hawaii Pacific Baptist Convention](https://hbaeagleeye.com/hawaii-pacific-baptist-convention/) - HBA hosted the Hawaii Pacific Baptist Convention's annual meeting on November 7 and 8. In the week leading up to the convention, students participated in a special chapel service and some served as volunteers during the convention meeting.
- [Ramen Burger](https://hbaeagleeye.com/ramen-burger/) - What started out as two completely culturally diverse meals unexpectedly evolved into one handiwork that will make any big-eater’s mouth water. Behold the Ramen Burger! In early August of 2013, Keizo Shimamoto, owner of the GO RAMEN! blog, debuted his now-famous gastronomic wonder for the first time at New York’s Smorgasborg Food Market. Since its
- [Keep Calm & Carry On](https://hbaeagleeye.com/keep-calm-carry-on/) - This past fall break, a group of 36 high school students and chaperones took a 10-day AP British Literature tour to the land of fish and chips—Great Britain. The itinerary was designed mainly for the purpose of educating students in the art and history of British literature. Before the close of the 2012-2013 school year,
- [Volleyball Girls Finish Second in ILH](https://hbaeagleeye.com/volleyball-girls-finish-second-in-ilh/) - The Lady Eagles finished their season with a 12-2 record and took second place in ILH Division II, qualifying them for the HHSAA Division II state championships. After losing to Roosevelt High and Kalaheo High in the first round, the Eagles did not advance to the quarter finals. The match against Roosevelt was played out
- [Eagles Double in States](https://hbaeagleeye.com/eagles-double-in-states/) - Both the girls and boys varsity bowling team finished the ILH season in first place, qualifying them for the HHSAA state championships, where they both clinched the runner-up trophies. The boys had three medalists: senior Lane Hosaka, junior Bailey Lee and sophomore Logan Takeda. The girls went into the tournament in fourth place but made
- [Senior Day](https://hbaeagleeye.com/senior-day/) - The Class of 2014 set aside a day in October to participate in service projects and class bonding activities.
- [Chapel Therapy](https://hbaeagleeye.com/chapel-therapy/) - A student's reflection on chapel topics and music. Production By: Christian Oshiro, Jaryd Sugihara & Danielle Woo.
- [Skatie Daties](https://hbaeagleeye.com/skatie-daties/) - For the first time in Hawaii Baptist Academy history, the student council hosted a Sadie Hawkins event. Renamed Skatie Hawkins, girls whipped out their most creative ideas and took the initiative to ask the boys to an ice-skating event. Boys could finally sit back, relax, and take a break from asking for once. In the
- [Skatie Hawkins](https://hbaeagleeye.com/skatie-hawkins-2/) - Skatie Hawkins was held on November 8 at the Ice Palace in Salt Lake. Students enjoyed hot chocolate and arcade games in addition to being on the ice. Dates were not required for those who desired to skate with various friends. Photographs by Jarrett Toyama ('15)
- [Senior Camp 2013](https://hbaeagleeye.com/senior-camp-2013/) - The seniors went to the Pu'u Kahea Conference Center in Waianae for their last camp as a class. The camp was themed "R.A.F.T", which stands for Reconciliation, Affirmation, Farewell, and Thinking Ahead. The Class of 2014 was challenged by faculty advisers and student speakers to take intentional steps towards finishing their senior year well. The
- [Advanced Drawing & Painting Class](https://hbaeagleeye.com/advanced-drawing-painting/) - Handscape Drawing: Students Incorporated a hand or hands in a landscape drawing. They were shown Surrealist artwork to inspire and guiode them. Self Portrait: Students did a drawing of themselves using a medium of their choice (charcoal, pencil, colored pencil, or pen and ink). Charcoal Drawings: The basic art class did charcoal drawings of a
- [10 Things Nobody Ever Told Me About High School](https://hbaeagleeye.com/10-things-nobody-ever-told-me-about-high-school/) - My time as a beginning freshman in high school was only a mere two years ago, but a lot of changes have taken place - probably the biggest changes I've ever experienced in my life. As a teenager, you get a lot of things shouted at you from all different directions and sometimes, if you're
- [Dec. 3 Joint Homeroom: Spirit Week Dress-Up Assignments](https://hbaeagleeye.com/dec-3-joint-homeroom-spirit-week-dress-up-assignments/) - Student Council assigns Spirit Week dress-up days with a creative game. As usual, the student council started off the all-school homeroom with a game. Each grade had to select two representatives: "an intelligent boy" and "an athletic girl". The players had to place Christmas presents into their own hula hoop while trying to place other
- [Sophomore Earth Day](https://hbaeagleeye.com/sophomore-earth-day/) - Sophomores spent a day presenting their history projects on the Wild West era and participating in an environmental project by cleaning up streams and collecting water samples in the Ala Wai Watershed Project. This video was produced by Christian Oshiro, Jaryd Sugihara and Danielle Woo (Online News Class). Photographs by Tara Gruspe & Jordan Yasutomi.
- [The Fells And Howes Of The Lake District](https://hbaeagleeye.com/the-fells-and-howes-of-the-lake-district/) - On the second day of the England trip, students traveled through the home and inspiration to the Lake Poets, the Lake District. Students were tasked with writing a short 10-line poem describing the land they saw. By Rylie Sumimoto Breathtaking. The labor of one produced the beauty for many. Nature is the teacher and its pupil
- [Walking Where Elizabeth Bennet Always Hoped To Visit](https://hbaeagleeye.com/walking-where-elizabeth-bennet-always-hoped-to-visit/) - After touring the Lake District, students on the England trip were assigned to write four tweets to the character Elizabeth Bennet. Bennet is a character of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice. In the book Bennet always hopes to vacation at Lake District but never gets the chance to do so. Alecia Griffin Lakes were deep,
- [Drama Production: It's A Wonderful Life](https://hbaeagleeye.com/drama-production-its-a-wonderful-life/) - On December 6 and 7, HBA's Fall drama class performed its version of It's A Wonderful Life, directed by Drama teacher Chad Logan. Synopsis: This is the heartwarming story of George Bailey, a small town boy who has always dreamed of leaving home. He learns life is much more than the bad, and finds the
- [Spirit Week Photo Gallery](https://hbaeagleeye.com/spirit-week-photo-gallery/) - This year's Spirit Week is themed Misunderstood Monsters. Class mascots range from Team Rocket from Pokémon to Swiper the Fox from Dora the Explorer. Students get to dress up according to different themes, starting off the week with athletic wear and ending on Friday with school colors—black, gold, and white. Classes also take part in
- [Spirit Week Day Two Recap](https://hbaeagleeye.com/spirit-week-day-two-recap/) - Spirit Week hustle and bustle continues with Era Day and a brand new activity. On day two of Spirit Week 2014, students dressed up accordingly to the an era assigned to their grade. Seventh graders had Romans, eighth graders had Western, and freshmen had the Great Depression. In the end, the seniors (Pirates), juniors (Egyptians),
- [Spirit Week Day Five Recap](https://hbaeagleeye.com/spirit-week-day-five-recap/) - The sophomores emerged as overall winners, taking the Mana Cup in their first Spirit Week win. The seniors and juniors took second and third place, respectively. On Friday, the last day of Spirit Week, students arrived at school dressed in HBA colors—black, gold, and white. Participation for this dress up day resulted in a four-way tie for 100%
- [Winter Banquet 2013: Christmas In The Sand](https://hbaeagleeye.com/winter-banquet-2013-christmas-in-the-sand/) - HBA’s 2013 Winter Banquet was held at the Ala Moana Hotel; this time with a tropical twist. Almost three hundred students attended this year’s banquet—themed Christmas in the Sand—and the night was hosted by seniors Bryn Yasui and Vivian Kuo. There were short intervals of table games to keep the guests entertained, including a Christmas
- [Top 5 Worst Pop Songs of 2013](https://hbaeagleeye.com/top-5-worst-pop-songs-of-2013/) - Here is my rundown of the top five worst pop songs that came out in 2013. The following list is based on two criteria: the message or influence of the song, and the overall musicality. 5. "Harlem Shake" by Baauer and "The Fox" by Ylvis. These two songs tied for fifth because they both started
- [Carnival Physics](https://hbaeagleeye.com/carnival-physics/) - AP Physics students took a trip to the Punahou Carnival to put their classroom knowledge to the test. In previous years, the AP Physics class would take a field trip to the Punahou School carnival to use their working knowledge of physics on the Pharaoh’s Fury, a ride that simulates a working pendulum. The ride
- [Valentine's Day Messages](https://hbaeagleeye.com/valentines-day-messages/) - To celebrate Valentine's Day, here are messages of appreciation and love from students to their friends and loved ones.
- [Video: My Relationship with Valentine's Day](https://hbaeagleeye.com/my-relationship-with-valentines-day/) - Hawaii Baptist Academy staff and students share their thoughts on Valentine's Day. Produced by the Online News Class, Semester 2, 2014. Edited by Danielle Woo ('15) Filmed by Kyle Kadomoto ('14), Kara Marushige ('15), Jaryd Sugihara ('15), Danielle Woo ('15) & Kylie Yamauchi ('16).
- [Students Shine in Miss Latina Hawaii](https://hbaeagleeye.com/students-compete-in-miss-latina-hawaii/) - On February 2, HBA high school students Nicole Hong ('9) and Alexia Sommers ('10) competed in the third annual Miss Latina Hawaii Scholarship Pageant. Sommers took the award for Talent and was named Miss Congeniality. Hong won the Lifestyle and Fitness award and was named Miss Photogenic. She was also named Miss Latina Hawaii Outstanding
- [Chinatown Viewed Through A Lens](https://hbaeagleeye.com/chinatown-viewed-through-a-lens/) - The Introduction to Newspaper and Yearbook class, led by Journalism teacher Eunice Sim, recently took a field trip to Chinatown in order to brush up on their photography skills. It was a short trip during an extended period to explore the various landmarks, buildings, and marketplaces of Chinatown. Before arriving at their destination, the students
- [High School Science Olympiad Team Wins Third in State](https://hbaeagleeye.com/high-school-science-olympiad-team-wins-third-in-state/) - The HBA high school Science Olympiad team took third overall on Saturday at the Science Olympiad State Finals Tournament. The middle school team finished sixth overall, out of 15 teams. The high school team won a total of eight medals, and beat eleven other schools in order to take third place. Iolani School and Millilani High
- [Sophomores visit Pearl Harbor](https://hbaeagleeye.com/sophomores-visit-pearl-harbor/) - Photographs by Logan Takeda ('16) To complete the World War II unit in American History, sophomores visited the Pacific Aviation Museum, Arizona Memorial, and Battleship Missouri on Monday. Students got to see the planes and battleships involved in the war and learn more about what took place during the Pearl Harbor attack. At the Pacific
- [Mainland Advisory Council Week](https://hbaeagleeye.com/mainland-advisory-council-week/) - Around February 17, over fifty people from different states arrived in Honolulu with a common goal for the week: to see HBA’s mission in action and to celebrate the school’s 65th anniversary. These visitors, known collectively as the Mainland Advisor Council (MAC), have supported HBA through prayer and financial giving. For their first time, MAC
- [Video: MAC 2014](https://hbaeagleeye.com/video-mac-2014/) - Over fifty people from different states arrived in Honolulu in mid February with a common goal for the week: to see HBA’s mission in action and to celebrate the school’s 65th anniversary. Produced by the Online News Class, Semester 2, 2014. Edited by Kyle Kadomoto ('14) Filmed by Joshua Fasi ('15), Kyle Kadomoto ('14), Alex
- [CEW: Glowing Heart Ministries](https://hbaeagleeye.com/cew-glowing-heart-ministries/) - Glowing Heart Ministry returned to HBA for Christian Emphasis Week this year. The ministry is a worship team made out of nineteen singers, musicians, and dancers from Texas. Arriving in Hawaii last Wednesday, Glowing Heart members also got a chance to visit the North Shore and hike to Maunawili Falls. During the week, they lead
- [Seniors Fooled with Floats](https://hbaeagleeye.com/seniors-fooled-with-floats/) - Seniors were surprised on April Fool's Day with root beer floats by their class council. Following all-school homeroom, vice principal Ryan Frontiera informed the senior class that due to a lack of cleanliness, the seniors had lost the privilege of using the senior area. In addition, their off-campus privileges were suspended. This was actually an
- [Mysterious Creature Seen In Nu'uanu Stream](https://hbaeagleeye.com/mysterious-creature-seen-in-nuuanu-stream/) - During A period on April 1, two students spotted an odd creature making its way down Nu'uanu stream. The freshmen were headed to the counseling office from a first floor classroom when they heard a distant splash from down the stream. The pair snapped a quick iPad picture but was only able to take one
- [The Cold Hype: Reviewing Disney's Frozen](https://hbaeagleeye.com/the-cold-hype-reviewing-disneys-frozen/) - Over spring break, I finally had the chance to watch Disney’s animated movie Frozen. Since its release onto silver screens back in November 2013, the Oscar winning movie has become the highest grossing animated film of all time. As of early April, it had earned $1.097 billion in the box office and continues to draw
- [Locking Down on Lockdown Drills](https://hbaeagleeye.com/locking-down-on-lockdown-drills/) - On April 9, 21 students were stabbed at a high school in Pittsburgh. That same day, HBA coincidentally conducted a lockdown drill during the school day at both the high school and middle school. As the announcement for the drill was made, I sat at my desk with a quiz in front of me, happy
- [Seniors Take On Maui](https://hbaeagleeye.com/seniors-take-on-maui/) - On April 10-12, the Class of 2014 went to Maui for their senior trip. The itinerary of their trip included: Molokini Island, the Maui Golf & Sports Park, the town of Lahaina, the Hawaii Nature Center in 'Iao Valley, Krispy Kreme, and the Maui Built store.
- [Learn to Defend Yourself](https://hbaeagleeye.com/learn-to-defend-yourself/) - Eagle Eye staff demonstrate a few basic self-defense moves that you can learn. Produced by the Online News Class, Semester 2, 2014. Edited by Danielle Woo (’15) Filmed by Kyle Kadomoto (’14), Kara Marushige (’15), Jaryd Sugihara (’15), Danielle Woo (’15) & Kylie Yamauchi (’16).
- [High School Musical Photo Gallery](https://hbaeagleeye.com/high-school-musical-photo-gallery/) - HBA's high school drama class performed the High School Musical on May 2 and 3. Below are photographs of the show featuring the senior cast.
- [Student Body Sends Off Class of 2014](https://hbaeagleeye.com/class-of-2014-leaves-legacy/) - May 22, 2014 marked the Class of 2014's final day of high school. Vice principal Ryan Frontiera and student council advisor Tony Traughber organized the school's inaugural Senior Sendoff to commemorate the seniors' last day at school. Students from grades 9 through 11 lined the breezeway leading to the senior pavilion, and created a tunnel
- [Welcome Back To School](https://hbaeagleeye.com/welcome-back-to-school/) - HBA students were welcomed back to school with an all-school assembly. During the assembly, scheduled as the first period of the day, new teachers were introduced and speeches were given by vice principal Ryan Frontiera, student body president Jantzen Nakai, and senior class president Danielle Toda. Frontiera called on students to "take care of themselves", "take
- [Mad about Comic-Con](https://hbaeagleeye.com/mad-about-comic-con/) - On July 24, while students were either actually finishing their summer homework or prolonging their procrastination, the 2014 Comic-Con International: San Diego opened its doors to nerds and fans from around the world. Comic-Con is a four day convention where entertainment and comic franchises promote themselves through workshops, merchandise, special screenings, and panels featuring producers, directors, and actors. The
- [Reviewing New Food #1](https://hbaeagleeye.com/digging-into-new-food/) - Students in the Writing for the Media class were tasked with trying out new food and writing about their experiences. These are their stories: Cameron Kaneshiro ('18) I am not a very big fan of Hawaiian food, especially not lau lau. To me, it just smells bad. Sadly, I am the only person in my
- [Do-It-Yourself](https://hbaeagleeye.com/do-it-yourself/) - I slept over at my friend's house one summer night because we had big plans to try some Do-It-Yourself recipes. We were more than excited to save a couple bucks by making our own beauty products that are worth around $10 at the cosmetic and beauty store. However, the some of results looked like nothing
- [Clubs Recruit New Members](https://hbaeagleeye.com/clubs-recruit-new-members/) - During lunch this past Wednesday, HBA's high school clubs were showcased in a simple but well-attended club fair. Both old and new clubs came together to recruit members for the school year. Some booths were decorated with props while others featured club-related projects. The Experiments Club showcased their pet mouse and the Environmental Club offered visitors sour gummy worms from
- [Video: First Month of School 2014](https://hbaeagleeye.com/video-first-month-of-school-2014/) - HBA students share their experiences during the start of the 2014-2015 school year. They reflect on the challenges they faced on the first day back to school, adventures over the summer, and even share their Man-Crush-Mondays/Woman-Crush-Wednesdays. Video edited by Danielle Woo ('15) Filmed by Karly Tom ('17), Kylie Yamauchi ('16), Blaise Takushi ('16), Kylie Takai ('15), Sarah
- [Video: Love Does](https://hbaeagleeye.com/video-love-does/) - To kick off the theme of "Love Does" for the 2014-15 school year, HBA administration and the Christian Ministries Department organized the school's first all-school chapel on August 7. Students from all grades gathered at the elementary school for lunch, games, and worship. Video edited by Jaryd Sugihara ('15). Filmed by Kara Marushige ('15), Danielle
- [Travel Smart](https://hbaeagleeye.com/travel-smart/) - In a few days, fall break will be upon us. Tired and stressed out high school students want nothing more than two weeks full of fun and relaxation. Since HBA’s fall and spring breaks span two weeks, many families take the opportunity to travel off-island to visit relatives, go to Disneyland or other popular destinations, or
- [Video Blog: Goodbye Hawaii, Hello Japan](https://hbaeagleeye.com/goodbye-hawaii-hello-japan/) - On Saturday, September 27, a group of 28 students from the Japanese class will be departing for Japan. For nine days, students will immerse themselves in Japanese culture and travel to places like the Osaka Aquarium, Mount Fuji, the Tokyo Sky Tree, and several ancient temples. The Eagle Eye will be covering each step of
- [Eight graders celebrate Colonial Day](https://hbaeagleeye.com/eight-graders-celebrate-colonial-day/) - Every year, the eighth graders learn about life during America's Colonial period during their Colonial Day. The students are introduced to parts of Colonial lifestyle such as butter making, calligraphy, Colonial food, and much more. Students dress up in either Colonial-themed or Native American clothes. Below are some pictures from this year's Colonial day. Photographs
- [Seniors Give Back To Community](https://hbaeagleeye.com/seniors-give-back-to-community/) - On October 15, while the other grade levels were taking the PSAT, the senior class of 2015 celebrated Senior Day with a field trip to Kakaako Waterfront Park and Ala Moana Beach Park. At HBA, the annual Senior Day consists of a service activity followed by a class bonding activity. This year, the seniors handed
- [A Journey to Chinatown](https://hbaeagleeye.com/a-journey-to-chinatown/) - Students in the Writing for the Media class took a field trip via the public bus to Chinatown, and wrote about their journey and destination. These are their stories: Photographs of Chinatown by Mackenzie Cammack ('17), Jeremy Chang ('15), Jordyn Hartley ('17), Joel Lau ('18), Lauren Lee ('17), Brandon Miyasato ('17), Kristin Moniz ('18), and Megan
- [Girls Volleyball Celebrates Senior Night](https://hbaeagleeye.com/girls-volleyball-celebrates-senior-night/) - On Tuesday October 14, the HBA girls varsity volleyball team played their last home game in the regular season. The match proved to be an exciting one, with the Eagles playing against Punahou II, and both teams coming into the game undefeated. The Eagles did not make it past the second set, losing 17-25 and
- [Skaties Changes Status Quo](https://hbaeagleeye.com/skaties-changes-status-quo/) - The Student Council organized the second annual Skatie Hawkins social on the evening of October 17 at Ice Palace in Salt Lake. Skatie Hawkins is a play on the traditional Sadie Hawkins dance, where roles are reversed and girls ask the boys to the dance. Many HBA girls took the opportunity to ask guys to the
- [The Beak Episode 1: Winter Banquet](https://hbaeagleeye.com/the-beak-episode-1-winter-banquet/) - The Beak is the new HBA Eagle Eye talk show where we discuss hot topics at HBA. In anticipation of the upcoming Winter Banquet, we present the first of three episodes covering banquet advice. In this first episode, seniors Aaron Wilford, Danielle Toda, Sarah Yoo, and Jaryd Sugihara offer their tips and thoughts on Winter Banquet dates and
- [The Beak Episode 2: Winter Banquet Preparation](https://hbaeagleeye.com/the-beak-episode-2-winter-banquet-preparation/) - The Beak is the new HBA Eagle Eye talk show where we discuss hot topics at HBA. In anticipation of the upcoming Winter Banquet, we present three episodes covering banquet advice. In this second episode, seniors Aaron Wilford, Danielle Toda, Sarah Yoo, and Jaryd Sugihara offer their tips and thoughts on Winter Banquet preparation, budgeting,
- [The Beak Episode 3: Winter Banquet Etiquette](https://hbaeagleeye.com/the-beak-episode-3-winter-banquet-etiquette/) - The Beak is the new HBA Eagle Eye talk show where we discuss hot topics at HBA. In anticipation of the upcoming Winter Banquet, we present three episodes of The Beak covering banquet advice. In this last episode, seniors Aaron Wilford, Danielle Toda, Sarah Yoo, and Jaryd Sugihara discuss etiquette, transportation, and slow dancing. Filmed by Kara
- [Cardboard Boat Regatta](https://hbaeagleeye.com/cardboard-boat-regatta/) - High school Physics and Oceanography students were tasked with building cardboard boats and paddles using only duct tape, caulk and cardboard. On December 5, their vessels were put to the test at the Wet 'n' Wild waterpark in Kapolei in HBA's first Cardboard Boat Regatta. "Quicksilver", built by Rhet Sugihara (captain), Davin Miyahara, Matthew Omiya, Jarrett Toyama
- [What We Enjoy About Christmas](https://hbaeagleeye.com/what-we-enjoy-about-christmas/) - HBA students and faculty share their thoughts about the holiday season. Filmed and edited by the following students in the Introduction to News Production & Yearbook class: Makenzie Cammack ('17), Joel Lau ('18), Brandon Miyasato ('17) and Megan Yamauchi ('18).
- [Seniors Take Mana Cup](https://hbaeagleeye.com/spirit-week-tally/) - The Class of 2015 prevailed over five other grades to win the Spirit Week Mana Cup. The juniors and sophomores came in second and third, respectively. Here are the final scores and standings for Spirit Week 2015: OVERALL STANDINGS 6th: 7th Grade (116 pts.) 5th: 8th Grade (166 pts.) 4th: Freshmen (206 pts.) 3rd: Sophomores (231 pts.) 2nd: Juniors (292 pts.) 1st: Seniors (304 pts.)
- [Spirit Week 2015 Gallery](https://hbaeagleeye.com/spirit-week-2015-blank-ever-after/) - Students kick start the new year with Spirit Week 2015. Throughout the week, which culminates in homecoming basketball games for the boys and girls varsity teams, students will participate in themed dress-up days and compete in various activities like tug-of-war, minute-to-win-it, pepper squad, and platform jam. Photographs by Jarrett Toyama ('15), Darren Nirei ('15), Matt
- [Know Your Fairy Tales](https://hbaeagleeye.com/know-your-fairy-tales/) - This year's Spirit Week theme — Blank Ever After — required classes to come up with original sequels to traditional fairy tales. Given that many of these fantastical stories have been around for a long time, they have been adapted and retold for generations, and contemporized for modern audiences. The Eagle Eye presents a series of videos featuring a handful
- [MAC Week Preview](https://hbaeagleeye.com/mac-week-preview-2/) - Next week, HBA will welcome the Mainland Advisory Council to Hawaii during their annual visit to the school. The Mainland Advisory Council (MAC) is a group of donors who support the school’s mission through monetary donations. The MAC was started by Stanley A. Sagert, who previously served as HBA’s President for 17 years. Sagert traveled
- [Lady Eagles Finish Second in State Championship; Boys win ILH](https://hbaeagleeye.com/lady-eagles-make-first-appearance-in-state-championship-boys-win-ilh/) - After completing a stellar season 14-0 in league play, the Lady Eagles finished second in the State Championship, losing 33-31 to defending State Champion Honoka'a from the Big Island. The Eagles jumped out to an early 8-2 lead, and went into the second half 17-12. Heading into the fourth quarter, their lead dwindled to points. With 13 seconds
- [Blog: 1500 Hours and Counting](https://hbaeagleeye.com/blog-1500-hours-and-counting/) - I am Brant Yamamoto, and after over 1500 hours (not counting the time spent on console and hand-held devices) of playing video games on the PC, I believe that it is finally time to put my passion to good use. The primary game I am currently playing is Defense of the Ancients 2 (aka DOTA), on which I
- [Reviewing Ice-Cream Shops](https://hbaeagleeye.com/reviewing-ice-cream-shops/) - Ice cream shops are ideal for a mid-afternoon snack or an after dinner tide-over. On Oahu, numerous ice cream shops are conveniently scattered across the island to satisfy any islander’s sweet tooth. Here are three that I think are stand-outs: Samurai Inc. With two locations (in Kalihi and Aiea), Samurai Inc. is considered one of
- [Journeys](https://hbaeagleeye.com/journeys/) - Students in the Writing for the Media class were tasked with writing about a recent journey that they took. These are their stories: First Time International by Christian Chee ('15) At the end of the school year, there are many things to stress over. As much as I wanted to think about the summer during the
- [Homework Policy Needs Recalibrating](https://hbaeagleeye.com/homework-policy-needs-recalibrating/) - Go around to any student in school and ask them what they hate most about it. The answer you’ll most likely receive is homework. The average teenager loathes having to go through eight hours of classes and then have to do more work when the day is over. At HBA, a student’s school week consists
- [Happy April Fool's Day!](https://hbaeagleeye.com/happy-april-fools-day-2/) - HAPPY APRIL FOOL'S DAY! From the Eagle Eye Staff The Americans Flee By The Thousands article is purely fictitious.
- [Happy April Fool's Day!](https://hbaeagleeye.com/happy-april-fools-day/) - HAPPY APRIL FOOL'S DAY! From the Eagle Eye Staff The Couples to Attend Mandatory Z Periods article is purely fictitious.
- [Happy April Fool's Day!](https://hbaeagleeye.com/happy-april-fools-day-3/) - HAPPY APRIL FOOL'S DAY! From the Eagle Eye Staff The Hunt for Easter Egg Uncovers Unexpected Treasure article is purely fictitious.
- [Eagle Eye Takes First In State](https://hbaeagleeye.com/eagle-eye-takes-first-in-state/) - Hawaii Baptist Academy's Eagle Eye news staff took home 25 awards as well as placed first in state overall at the 2015 Hawaii High School Journalism Awards. Every year the Hawaii Publishing Association, Star Advertiser, and Midweek hold an awards luncheon for journalism students in both public and private schools. The banquet was held at the Pagoda
- [Junior College Field Trip](https://hbaeagleeye.com/junior-college-fieldtrip/) - On April 16, the junior class visited the National College Fair, which was held in the Hawaii Convention Center. Over 100 college representatives manned booths, answering questions and handing out information fliers. A few high profile schools such as Vanderbilt, Emory, and University of Washington in St. Louis were in attendance. After the fair, the students
- [Mrs. Sim's Baby Is Born](https://hbaeagleeye.com/breaking-news-mrs-sims-baby-is-born/) - On May 5, 2015 at 6:39 a.m., Yearbook and Newspaper Production advisor Eunice Sim gave birth to Suvi Song-Yan Hanson. Originally scheduled to be delivered on April 20, Suvi was born at 6 lbs. and 13 oz. Congratulations to Mrs. Sim and her husband Taylor Hanson.
- [Yearbook Bonus Features](https://hbaeagleeye.com/yearbook-bonus-features/) - HBA's 2014-15 yearbook comes with mobile app features this year. Using the Aurasma app—which creates an augmented reality experience—yearbook readers can see pictures come to life in the yearbook when viewed through the viewfinder of their Apple or Android mobile devices. The videos featured through this app are now available below. Using the Herff Jones
- ["Fortune Cookie In Love" Dance Comes To High School](https://hbaeagleeye.com/fortune-cookie-in-love-dance-comes-to-high-school/) - Over the semester, Japanese teachers Chie Watanabe and Elena Yoo filmed students and faculty members dancing to the Japanese group AKB48's song "Fortune Cookie In Love." Using the short clips they filmed, Watanabe and Yoo created a video corresponding with AKB48's song and dance. The video mainly consisted of students currently taking a Japanese course
- [Dear Friend](https://hbaeagleeye.com/dear-friend/) - Dear friend, I'm writing to you now because she said you'd listen and that you are going through the tumultuous experience known as high school. I'm not sure who you are, and you probably don't know who I am. I'm not even sure you'll find what I'm writing useful, but the chance that you will
- [School Honors Senior Class On Their Last Day](https://hbaeagleeye.com/school-honors-senior-class-on-their-last-day/) - Last Thursday, the senior class of 2015 spent their last day at HBA finishing exams, eating lunch at the administrative offices, and saying goodbye to the school at the senior send off. Seniors dressed in formal wear to attend a luncheon provided by the school at the administrative office's historic property on Wylie Street. Near
- [Don't Miss this Window of Opportunity](https://hbaeagleeye.com/dont-miss-this-window-of-opportunity/) - Windows 10, the latest version of the popular Microsoft operating system, has recently been released as a free upgrade for Windows 7 and Windows 8 users. (Microsoft somehow never released a Windows 9). However, this deal will only be available for a year. As a dedicated Mac user, the new features that were promised convinced
- [Movie Review: Mission Impossible: Rogue-Nation](https://hbaeagleeye.com/movie-review-mission-impossible-rogue-nation/) - It's a mission 19 years and counting. Hanging off the side of a plane, Tom Cruise plays the role of IMF agent Ethan Hunt in his new movie, Mission Impossible: Rogue-Nation. While investigating a secret, rogue terror organization known as the Syndicate, Hunt's suspicions are confirmed as the IMF disbands and the Syndicate pounces at
- [Movie Review: Ant Man](https://hbaeagleeye.com/review-ant-man/) - Marvel is known for bringing memorable comic book characters, such as Iron Man and Captain America, to life in the cinematic world. Their latest film, Ant-Man, is no exception. This smaller scale film—small for Marvel—has its own unique way of bringing the same action and excitement as past superhero movies, while not trying to outdo
- [Hawaii's First Comic Con: What to Expect](https://hbaeagleeye.com/hawaiis-first-comic-con-what-to-expect/) - Buy your tickets and get to work on your cosplay because on September 18, Comic Con arrives in Honolulu for the first time with amazing artists, celebrities, and more. For the uninitiated, Comic Con is a social event in which thousands of people gather to celebrate comic books and pop culture. Comic Con is definitely
- [HBA Makes Changes to Student Handbook](https://hbaeagleeye.com/hba-makes-changes-to-student-handbook/) - Over the summer, Hawaii Baptist Academy made changes to the Student Handbook regarding hairstyles and cell phone usage. Concerning hairstyles, the handbook now states that boys are no longer allowed to have “undercuts styles that abruptly go from long on the top to shaven on the side” and that dyed or highlighted hair must be
- [Parenthood: A Full Plate](https://hbaeagleeye.com/parenthood-a-full-plate/) - Waking up an hour earlier than usual, preparing breakfast, dressing the kids, packing up the car, driving to daycare, going to work, dealing with a bunch of rowdy teenagers, and finally coming home to a new set of chores are a few of the struggles that some HBA’s teachers deal with every day. Teachers Juri
- [Ready to Serve You](https://hbaeagleeye.com/ready-to-serve-you/) - With the new school year in full swing, class councils have high hopes for what's to come. Here is what each grade's class council has in store: Freshman As the new kids on the high school block, the freshman class council is focusing on helping their class become closer as a grade. They are striving
- [7th Grade Camp Gallery](https://hbaeagleeye.com/7th-grade-camp-gallery/) - On August 27, HBA's seventh graders headed to Camp Pu'ukahea in Waianae for their class camp. Themed "Good News, Bad News, Good News," camp activities and chapel sessions focused on what the Gospel is about. Photographs courtesy of Christina Yasutomi.
- [Video: The First Month of School](https://hbaeagleeye.com/the-first-month-of-school-2/) - The first quarter of the 2015-16 school year flew by, even as students were just getting used to being back in school again. The Eagle Eye checked in with HBA students and staff about how the first month of school went. Video edited by Gavin Arucan ('16).
- [Review: Acai Bowls](https://hbaeagleeye.com/review-acai-bowls/) - An acai bowl is considered a healthy snack or meal. The acai berry is a Brazilian berry that has become popular with Americans because it was marketed as a fruit with high antioxidants. In Hawaii, smoothie and drink shops offer acai bowls for between $5 to $15. I visited three popular stores—Salted Lemon, Jamba Juice,
- [Fall Theater Presents "You Can't Take It With You"](https://hbaeagleeye.com/fall-theater-presents-you-cant-take-it-with-you/) - On December 3, 4, and 5, the fall semester theater class will be presenting it’s annual play at the elementary school auditorium. This year’s play is a comedy titled “You Can’t Take It With You”. The play tells the story of a young girl, Alice, and her struggle to balance her quirky family and love
- [Video: England Trip](https://hbaeagleeye.com/video-england-trip/) - With the start of this past fall break, a group of 50 HBA students and teachers embarked on an 11-day trip to England. The group explored countrysides that inspired many literary writers such as the Brontë sisters, William Wordsworth, and William Shakespeare. The group also went sightseeing around the city of London, and got a
- [College Essay Tips](https://hbaeagleeye.com/college-essay-tips/) - On October 17, I attended the HawaiiUSA Federal Credit Union’s second annual Scholarship Essay Writing Workshop. When I first received the email from senior adviser Tara Gruspe, I knew I wanted to attend the workshop in case it gave tips I might have missed from my English classes. In addition to attending the workshop, students
- [Video: Thanksgiving Taste Test](https://hbaeagleeye.com/video-thanksgiving-taste-test/) - While the turkey is the usual star of the Thanksgiving table, there are many other dishes that make this festive feast shine. This holiday season, I looked at Pinterest to find recipes for my favorite Thanksgiving dishes. They looked at many different recipes but chose a menu that gave a small twist to classic Thanksgiving dishes. Here
- [Blog: Eat the Street](https://hbaeagleeye.com/blog-eat-the-street-2/) - The first time I heard of Eat the Street, I thought it was a hippie festival for tourists, so I never really paid attention to it. But then one day, I was confronted with a predicament. Being an aspiring journalist, you have to write, and at that instance, I didn't have anything to write about.
- [Soccer Intramurals](https://hbaeagleeye.com/soccer-intramurals/) - From October 27 to November 4, students gathered to either play in or watch the soccer intramurals that was held in the high school gymnasium during lunch. There was a total of fourteen teams that participated in the games. In the end Team3—Kaitlyn Nomura, Asia Ono, Carissa Sugita, Kimberly Masuda, Kalli-Ann Takafuji, and Nathan Hishimuma
- [Juniors Solve Murder Mystery Over Dinner](https://hbaeagleeye.com/juniors-solve-murder-mystery-over-dinner/) - On October 30, 2015, the Junior class council hosted its first class social of the year: a 1920’s Gatsby-themed murder mystery party. The council had to create roles for all the attendees which included a back story and a list questions that their characters should ask each other. The plot involved the murder of a
- [National Honor Society Projects](https://hbaeagleeye.com/national-honor-society-projects/) - The National Honor Society, a high school service club, organizes projects throughout the year to impact the community both inside and outside of school. More than 60 students are in the NHS, participating in different projects throughout the year. This year, there are 13 committees, each in charge of a different service project. Below are
- [Gallery: 2015 Cardboard Boat Regatta](https://hbaeagleeye.com/gallery-2015-cardboard-boat-regatta/) - On December 4, 2015, the Physics, AP Physics, Oceanography, and AP Environmental Science classes raced their cardboard boats at the Wet 'n' Wild waterpark in Kapolei. The boat building process stretched over a month and led up to a roughly 16-minute race. During the heats, boats endured the calm water in the Hawaiian Waters Wave
- [Video: Life of a Paddler](https://hbaeagleeye.com/video-life-of-a-paddler/) - Five HBA canoe paddlers share their experience from this past summer as they trained for a Moloka‘i to Oahu race.
- [Video: Christmas & New Year's at HBA Part 2](https://hbaeagleeye.com/video-christmas-new-years-at-hba-part-2/) - The 2015 Fall Introduction to News Production and Yearbook spoke to students and teachers at school about their thoughts on Christmas and the new year. This video was produced by: Jonathan Ho Coltin-Kai Kaupiko Jessie Lin Deylen Sueoka Bey Thompson Jewel Tominaga Watch Part 1.
- [Video: Christmas & New Year's at HBA Part 1](https://hbaeagleeye.com/video-christmas-new-years-at-hba-part-1/) - The 2015 Fall Introduction to News Production and Yearbook spoke to students and teachers at school about their thoughts on Christmas and the new year. This video was produced by: Anika Chang Tiffany Ibara Camille Oga Karli Uwaine Jarred Hee Watch Part 2.
- [Gallery: You Can't Take It With You](https://hbaeagleeye.com/gallery-you-cant-take-it-with-you/) - This fall, the Varsity theater class performed their production of You Can't Take It With You starring theater instructor Chad Logan in his final play with the class. The play takes place in the home of an eccentric family. Each family member has a hobby or story that defines who they are, whether they danced
- [Spirit Week: Pixar Day & Minute to Win It](https://hbaeagleeye.com/spirit-week-gallery-pixar-day/) - The second day of Spirit Week had students tackle another well-known Disney property as they dressed up as the beloved animated characters from Pixar studios. With a significant lack of merchandise compared to Marvel and DC, students had to get creative as they put together all-new costumes based on both Pixar's iconic and obscure characters. At
- [Spirit Week: Twin Day & Eating Contest](https://hbaeagleeye.com/spirit-week-gallery-twin-day/) - No, you're not seeing double. For the third day of Spirit Week, students got together in small groups and dressed up alike to pose as twins, triplets, or quadruplets. During lunch, each grade sent up a representative to participate in a breakfast themed speed eating contest. All competitors tried their hardest, but senior Matt Sakai
- [Spirit Week: Pepper Squad Day](https://hbaeagleeye.com/spirit-week-gallery-pepper-squad-day/) - Back stories to different cereals took centerstage today as classes presented their Pepper Squad performances on the fourth day of Spirit Week. There was no lack of cereal puns, jokes and breakfast food references as each class worked hard to win over the judges through drama, dance and class cheers. Photographs by Karly Tom ('17).
- [Spirit Week: Platform Jam, All School Cheer, Homecoming](https://hbaeagleeye.com/spirit-week-platform-jam-all-school-cheer/) - On the final day of Spirit Week, black, white and gold united all the classes as students came to school dressed in HBA's colors. During the final assembly, classes competed in Platform Jam and the All-School Cheer, while their mascots made the most of their final chance to impress the judges. That evening, during halftime
- [Final Score: Seniors Win Spirit Week](https://hbaeagleeye.com/final-score/) - The Class of 2016 came out on top at the end of Spirit Week, beating the sophomores by 26 points. The tenth graders trailed closely behind the seniors up until the last day of the competition, but the seniors managed to pull ahead by winning in the Platform Jam, fundraiser, All-school Cheer, and Class Banner
- [Seniors' Path to Victory](https://hbaeagleeye.com/seniors-path-to-victory/) - For the second time in their high school career, the class of 2016 won Spirit Week and held high the Mana Cup as a testament to their indomitable school spirit. Their victory was earned one costume at a time, one day at a time, with the sophomore class never far behind trying to take their spot in
- [Gallery: 2015 Christmas Chapel](https://hbaeagleeye.com/gallery-2015-christmas-chapel/) - The middle and high school held their annual Christmas chapel on the last chapel of 2015. The chapel featured performances by the combined middle and high school choirs, the wind ensemble, the handbell choir and the hula halau. Photographs by Ryan Su ('17)
- [Drones and Hoverboards Test Limits of Law](https://hbaeagleeye.com/drones-and-hoverboards-tests-limits-of-law/) - Recently, hoverboards and drones have become popular as toys and modes of transportation. People have used hoverboards on sidewalks, parks, and even in buildings, and drones been used for both entertainment and commercial purposes. Although hoverboards and drones have been used by many in harmless ways, these products have gained media attention because of misuse
- [Spanish 3 Goes Online](https://hbaeagleeye.com/spanish-3-goes-online/) - Towards the end of last semester, teachers Chad and Keyesy Logan announced their decision to move to the mainland to their students. Keyesy Logan, however, would continue to teach her Spanish 3 class online from St. Louis, Missouri. At the start of this school year, she decided to split her Spanish 3 class into two
- [2016 Promposal Contest Info](https://hbaeagleeye.com/2016-promposal-contest-info/) - This year’s prom will be featuring a "promposal" contest, which is open to all juniors and seniors. Film your “promposal” and email it to HBAPromCommittee@gmail.com. Finalists will be announced in mid-February. The winning couple gets priority for dinner and photos. Guidelines: “Promposals” during class time will be disqualified. Any that are disruptive to the school
- [Review: Star Wars Conspiracy Theories](https://hbaeagleeye.com/review-star-wars-conspiracy-theories/) - The seventh and newest installment of the Star Wars saga, Star Wars: The Force Awakens, has proven to be a record-breaking success in the box office. The movie has gained rave reviews among fans and critics alike, so it’s no surprise that the fans of this upcoming anthology of films—Episode VII is the first of
- [Classes Take a Closer Look at GMOs](https://hbaeagleeye.com/classes-take-a-closer-look-at-gmos/) - On January 25, AP Bio and AP Environmental students visited Monsanto farms to learn about its genetically modified plants. Students were introduced to a presentation about the history of Monsanto and its technology for genetic modification. This was followed by a tour around the Monsanto test plots to look at some of their crops. Both
- [Ride Review: The Zipper](https://hbaeagleeye.com/ride-review-the-zipper/) - On February 5, I went on a field trip with my AP Physics class to the Punahou Carnival to study two physical properties through examining a particular carnival ride. After my team and I had finished our calculations, we had some extra time to explore the carnival and go on some rides. Besides the It's A Small World
- [How We Spend Our Time](https://hbaeagleeye.com/how-we-spend-our-time/) - It's no secret that HBA students have a full plate when it comes to school work and extracurricular activities. The Eagle Eye polled 167 HBA high school students (grades 9-12) to see where the hours go during a school week. We were also curious to see how much sleep and food students got during the week. The
- [Jazz Band Performs at Hawaii Pops Event](https://hbaeagleeye.com/jazz-band-performs-at-hawaii-pops-event/) - On Friday, February 5, the HBA Jazz band played pre-concert music as a part of a Hawaii Pops Beatles show in front of the Hilton Hawaiian Village Tapa Ballroom. A school bus transported the band members to the hotel after school and the band began playing at 6:15 p.m..The band performed in the reception area
- [HBA Rings in Chinese New Year](https://hbaeagleeye.com/hba-rings-in-chinese-new-year/) - On February 8, HBA started off the first day of the Chinese New Year with the banging of a gong. During lunch, the Gee Yung International Martial Arts Dragon and Lion Dance Association gave a lion dance performance for teachers, students, and faculty of the middle and high school. Among the lion dancers were four
- [Video: CEW 2016](https://hbaeagleeye.com/video-cew-2016/) - The third quarter closed with Christian Emphasis Week 2016. The New Hope OG band returned to lead the middle and high school in chapels throughout the week, and Pastor Matt Sanders (Waialae Baptist Church) spoke on the theme "Overwhelmed" during the chapels. Students also attended a variety of seminars that week and enjoyed lunch performances by guest musicians.
- [AP Environmental Builds Eco-Columns](https://hbaeagleeye.com/ap-environmental-builds-eco-columns/) - Sustainable agriculture has become a hot topic of late. As global population increases, countries around the world are investing in new ways of perpetual growing and self-sustaining agriculture. Led by teacher Claire Mitchell, the AP Environmental Science class at HBA has begun the process of caring for eco-columns, which are small-scale models of self-sustainability. These are
- [Eagle Eye Takes Gold For The Second Year In A Row](https://hbaeagleeye.com/eagle-eye-takes-gold-for-the-second-year-in-a-row/) - For the second year in a row, the HBA Eagle Eye staff took home the Best-in-State title at the 2016 Hawaii High School Journalism Awards competition. The Eagle Eye also received 19 awards across a range of categories. On Wednesday, April 20, student journalists from 18 public and private high schools gathered at the Pagoda Hotel to find out
- [Free Audio Books in the Summer with SYNC](https://hbaeagleeye.com/free-audio-books-in-the-summer-with-sync/) - The HBA library is excited to introduce SYNC, a free summer audiobook program for teens 13 and older. From May 5 ­to August 17 you can download and listen to two free audiobooks a week using the Overdrive app. Click here to find out more about the SYNC program, see all the titles, and listen to
- [Confessions of a Senior](https://hbaeagleeye.com/confessions-of-a-senior/) - Senioritis: it’s the nationwide epidemic that plagues high school seniors every year. It’s no secret that many soon-to-be high school graduates study diligently to get the best grades possible, only to have their work ethic plummet once they are accepted into colleges. As a graduating senior, my symptoms began in junior year, far before I
- [AP Textbook Classifieds](https://hbaeagleeye.com/ap-textbook-classifieds/) - Buyers should make sure that they are buying the correct books for their courses. The Eagle Eye cannot guarantee the quality of the items being sold and the accuracy of the information provided about the sale items. All seller emails end with @eagles.hba.net.
- [HBAAFF Photo Gallery](https://hbaeagleeye.com/hbaaff-photo-gallery/) - On April 29th 2016, HBA hosted its annual Arts and Film Festival. The event took place at the high school campus from 5:30 - 9:00 PM and showcased many different genres of art by students in the elementary, middle and high school. Attendees included parents, students, and faculty. Besides the art displays, the festival also featured science and
- [Photo Gallery: 2016 Spring Play](https://hbaeagleeye.com/2016-spring-play/) - On May 5-7, 2016 the theatre class presented their annual spring play at the HBA Elementary auditorium. Showings on Thursday and Saturday featured the Varsity cast while Friday featured the Junior Varsity cast. Titled "Most Likely To: Senior Superlative Monologues," the play was set around monologues of high school graduates and featured all types of students including
- [Video: Summer Fun](https://hbaeagleeye.com/video-summer-fun/) - As the 2015-16 school year comes to a close, students in the Introduction to News Production and Yearbook class speak to students and faculty about what they are looking forward to in the summer. This video is produced by: Nicholas Kanno ('17) Haley Sekiguchi ('19) Joey Watanabe ('17) Kacie Yoshida ('17) Jeffrey Zhang ('16)
- [Video: The End of the School Year](https://hbaeagleeye.com/video-the-end-of-the-school-year/) - As the fourth quarter comes to a close, students in the Introduction to News Production and Yearbook class speak to students and faculty about their reflections on the 2015-16 year. This video is produced by: Kellen Takatsuka ('17) Emma Tamashiro ('19) Lauren Uchimura ('19) Samson Wesselkamper ('18)
- [Blog: My Freshman Year](https://hbaeagleeye.com/blog-my-freshman-year/) - I've certainly learned a lot from high school. The first thing I learned upon the first few weeks of my freshman year is to not expect the worst. Before I became a freshman, I had many bad expectations about high school life. I always thought that my high school experience would be the worst experience. But, after a
- [Ministry Team Gets Refreshed at Camp](https://hbaeagleeye.com/ministry-team-gets-refreshed-at-camp/) - On April 21, HBA Ministry Team students from the middle and high school headed to Camp Pu‘ukahea in Waianae for the Christian Ministries' Ministry Team Camp. During this camp, student small group leaders and future leaders were able to get away from the stress of school and learn about how to better lead their in-school bible
- [Seniors Make Memories On Maui](https://hbaeagleeye.com/seniors-make-memories-on-maui/) - On an early Thursday morning, the senior class of 2016 met at Honolulu International Airport to embark on three activity filled days on the island of Maui for their senior trip. Upon arrival, seniors along with a handful of advisors got on a bus to Lahaina for a quick lunch before heading to the beach.
- [Video: 2016 ACE Project](https://hbaeagleeye.com/video-2016-ace-project/) - Students in the Introduction to News Production and Yearbook class speak to students and staff about the ACE project, a large research project that has become a rite of passage for all freshmen at HBA. This video is produced by: Evan Ebesu ('17) Renee' Galolo ('17) Christopher Kwan ('17) Sydnie Sambueno ('19) Sydney Settsu ('19)
- [Aloha, Class of 2016!](https://hbaeagleeye.com/aloha-class-of-2016/) - On Thursday, May 26, the graduating class of 2016 celebrated their last day in school with a luncheon and a send-off, where they formally handed-off the senior area to the class of 2017. The entire student body, staff and faculty cheered on the seniors as they made their way from the D building through a
- [Pokemon Go! Satire](https://hbaeagleeye.com/pokemon-go-satire/) - The HBA Go! article you just read is a satire on the people's obsession with the game. This entire article is fictitious. HBA will not be integrating the game into its curriculum.
- [The Trendy Golfer’s Merchandise Blog: An Intro](https://hbaeagleeye.com/blog-the-trendy-golfers-merchandise-blog-an-intro/) - Greetings! Welcome to my blog. My name is Sean. Those who know me should know that I really love golf. I am currently a senior at Hawaii Baptist Academy. I have been playing golf since the early age of seven. I have qualified for the Interscholastic League of Honolulu Post-Season Tournament every year since the
- [Eagles Ready To Soar](https://hbaeagleeye.com/eagles-ready-to-soar/) - Summer break is over! Monday, August 1, 2016 marked the first day of school for all students attending Hawaii Baptist Academy. This year, 21 new students from the class of 2020 have joined the Eagle family. It can sometimes be intimidating for new students and freshmen as they make their way around campus surrounded by upperclassmen. When freshmen
- [Blog: Song of the Week](https://hbaeagleeye.com/blog-song-of-the-week/) - We all cherish memories in different ways. For some of you it’s through scents or photographs or journals; for me it’s through music. Hello, my name is Johannah Wilford and welcome to my blog that is dedicated to my infatuation for music. "Pearly Shells" The first song I’ve ever danced to was “Pearly Shells” for
- [Let Me Introduce Myself...](https://hbaeagleeye.com/let-me-introduce-myself/) - Every new school year comes with new faces. This year, HBA welcomes five new teachers at the high school campus: Joshua Williams (History), Nori Murakami (Japanese), Isaac Duncklee (Physics), Antonio Anagaran (Drama), and Angelica Hong (Spanish). Joshua Williams (History) One way new History teacher Joshua Williams described his summer vacation to Southern California and Arizona
- [The Trendy Golfer’s Merchandise Blog: Men’s Olympic Golf Edition](https://hbaeagleeye.com/the-trendy-golfers-merchandise-blog-mens-olympic-golf-edition/) - Greetings! Hope you all enjoyed reading my first post. This week’s post will be recapping the men’s Olympic golf competition. Olympic Golf Golf returns to the 2016 Rio Olympics for the first time since the 1904 Summer Olympics. It features two competitive events, men’s and women’s individual tournaments. Each division has 60 competitors (60 men and
- [Blog: Song of the Week #2](https://hbaeagleeye.com/blog-song-of-the-week-2/) - My song of the week is “First Breath After Coma” by Explosions in the Sky. This instrumental song has been very fitting to my mood lately. Between school, a job, and the many tasks that life entails, listening to this song feels like my “first breath after coma.” This isn’t the type of song that
- [Food Review: Zucchini Squash](https://hbaeagleeye.com/food-review-zucchini-squash/) - As skinny as I look, I have tried quite a lot of food over the span of my life. When I got the assignment to try something that I've never eaten before, I stopped by my local Safeway one afternoon on my way back home to see if I could find anything. My dad asked
- [Food Review: Chicken Fries](https://hbaeagleeye.com/food-review-chicken-fries/) - At first glance, Burger King’s Chicken Fries look nothing like the thick cut pieces of chicken coated with breadcrumbs and deep fried to golden brown perfection that are shown on television ads and posters. When I first opened the box, the stick-like, scrawny strips of breaded meat look like nine brown heads in a cardboard box.
- [Gallery: Honolulu Museum of Art Field Trip](https://hbaeagleeye.com/gallery-honolulu-museum-of-art-field-trip/) - On August 26, the Advanced Mixed Media and Basic Mixed Media classes visited the Honolulu Museum of Art Spalding House to view the current exhibit, Plastic Fantastic?, and made a lei out of household plastic items. Through various displays, the students learned about the good, the bad, and the future of plastic.
- [Japan Trip Preview](https://hbaeagleeye.com/japan-trip-preview/) - Konichiwa! From September 26 to October 6, a whopping total of 66 students from HBA’s Japanese 3 and 4 classes will be hopping on a plane headed for Japan. This is by far the largest group, so the chaperones will have their work cut out for them. The group size averaged at 30 students per trip
- [Blog: Song of the Week #3](https://hbaeagleeye.com/blog-song-of-the-week-3/) - It is already September and my song of the week is “Hopeless Wanderer” by Mumford and Sons. This band is the most captivating artist I listen to. I am held hostage with every album they release. “Hopeless Wanderer” from the album “Babel” is my favorite song because it manages to get better every second. Two
- [The Trendy Golfer's Merchandise Blog: Week 4](https://hbaeagleeye.com/the-trendy-golfers-merchandise-blog-week-4/) - Hello and welcome to my fourth post! Hope y’all have been enjoying reading my blog posts. Since the Olympics have ended, I will be getting back on my regular reviews. Featured Item TaylorMade M1 Special Edition Driver Priced: $799.99 MSRP Review: This club caught my attention when I was surfing the web a few days
- [Video: 2016 7th Grade Camp](https://hbaeagleeye.com/video-2016-7th-grade-camp/) - From August 25 to 27, HBA's seventh graders went on their first class camp at Pu‘u Kahea Conference Center in Waianae. Freshman student counselor Cobi Pimental used his Go Pro to capture a bird's eye view of the Class of 2022 as they enjoyed an afternoon of games. Editing by Jarred Hee ('17) Filmed by
- [Blog: Song of the Week #4](https://hbaeagleeye.com/song-of-the-week-4/) - My song of the week is “Gracious Tempest” by Hillsong Young & Free. In the beginning of this year I saw Hillsong live at the Blaisdell. I visited their college tent afterwards and looked into applications for their college in Australia. This song is one of my favorite worship songs. I play this about every
- [Gallery: Freshman Camp 2016](https://hbaeagleeye.com/gallery-freshman-camp-2016/) - On Thursday, September 22, 2016, the freshman class boarded three buses to travel to Pu'u Kahea Conference Center in Waianae for a three-day camp. There, students got a chance to fellowship and relax as well as to learn more about Jesus' crucifixion and the significance of His sacrifice. Photographs by Kaycee Nakashima ('20) and Joel Lau
- [Bottle Flipping Challenge](https://hbaeagleeye.com/bottle-flipping-challenge/) - The bottle flipping craze became immensely popular this summer when a video of a student at a high school talent show flipping a water bottle onto a table became viral. Since then, thousands of people across the world have joined this trend and perfected the art of the bottle flip. The Eagle Eye issued its own bottle
- [Fall Intramurals: Olympic Trials](https://hbaeagleeye.com/fall-intramurals-olympic-trials/) - This fall, the student council organized an Olympics-themed intramural that spanned two weeks. Students formed teams of seven and competed against each other in handball and dodgeball games. To determine the winner, the the overall top three teams advanced to the relay race phase, where Team Yessai defeated its competitors to take the win in the end.
- [Fall Play - Tickets Available Online](https://hbaeagleeye.com/fall-play-tickets-available-online/) - The 2016 Fall semester theater class presents Anonymous by Naomi Izuka this week. Tickets are available online or at the breeze way during lunch at the high school. Separated from his mother, a young refugee called Anon journeys through the United States, encountering a wide variety of people—some kind, some dangerous and cruel—as he searches
- [Video: Japan Trip](https://hbaeagleeye.com/japan-trip/) - From September 26 to October 6, 66 Japanese 3 and 4 students traveled to Japan to explore a new country and immerse themselves in a different culture. They visited places such as Hiroshima, the Osaka Aquarium, Mount Fuji, and Tokyo. The Eagle Eye will be covering each step of their adventure. Here are some videos from their trip.
- [Review: Pokémon Sun and Moon](https://hbaeagleeye.com/review-pokemon-sun-and-moon/) - It is a good time to be a Pokémon fan as the franchise is as popular as ever with the Pokémon anime series ending its best season ever, re-releases of old games on virtual consoles and the celebration of the 20th anniversary of Pokémon. This all leads up to the big release of Game Freak's
- [Movie Review: Moana](https://hbaeagleeye.com/movie-review-moana/) - A masterpiece of a musical, Disney’s animated epic Moana is the must-see movie of the year, particularly with Hawaii’s special connection to the film. Upon first glance, Moana is yet another installment in the long legacy of sweet (and highly merchandisable) animated Disney princess movies that includes the likes of Sleeping Beauty, Cinderella, and the
- [Day 1: Genre Day & Tug-of-War](https://hbaeagleeye.com/spirit-week-2017-genre-day-tug-of-war/) - On January 9, students of Hawaii Baptist Academy gathered together to celebrate the first day of Spirit Week, an annual tradition organized by the student council in which middle and high school grades compete together to determine which class has the most school spirit. On each day of the week, students compete to win points for their grade
- [Day 2: Toddler Tuesday and Five Minutes to Win It](https://hbaeagleeye.com/day-2-toddler-tuesday-and-five-minutes-to-win-it/) - For the second day of Spirit Week, students dressed up as babies and toddlers. With bottles, bibs, and pacifiers galore, students reverted back to their younger years in their toddler themed clothes. To end the day, each grade competed in minute-long challenges against one another. From catching marshmallows, shooting rubber bands at cans to unravelling streamers
- [Day 3: Fashion Don't Day & Trivia Competition](https://hbaeagleeye.com/day-3-fashion-dont-day-trivia-competition/) - The third day of Spirit Week was a spectacular show of fashion faux pas. Mismatched prints, gaudy color combinations and simply awkward accessories ruled the day as all but one class rallied to pull off a perfect score for dress-up participation. Instead of an assembly activity, grade representatives competed in a trivia competition during lunch. Here
- [Spirit Week: Fundraising For Ho‘ola Na Pua](https://hbaeagleeye.com/spirit-week-fundraising/) - Every year during Spirit Week, the middle and high school students raise money to donate to an organization. This year, the donations will go to Ho‘ola Na Pua, a local organization dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating underaged sex trafficked victims. The organization provides support and healing for girls, through health, education, advocacy and reintegration. NHS chose this organization because
- [Day 4: Pepper Squad Day](https://hbaeagleeye.com/day-4-pepper-squad-day/) - For many students, the highlight of Spirit Week is day four: Pepper Squad day. At HBA, Pepper Squad is a skit performed by each grade during Spirit Week meant to promote each grade's theme as well as to boost school spirit, hence the "pepper". Preparations begin in the second quarter, when the Student Council announces the
- [Day 5: Black Gold and White Day, All School Cheer, and Platform Jam](https://hbaeagleeye.com/day-5-black-gold-and-white-day-all-school-cheer-and-platform-jam/) - On the final day of Spirit Week, students dressed in black, white, and gold to model the school's colors. Friday was each grade's final opportunity to earn points, and students scrambled to donate money to the NHS Ho'ola Na Pua fundraiser and prepare for that day's assembly, where they competed in the All School Cheer and the Platform Jam. For
- [Seniors Win Spirit Week 2017](https://hbaeagleeye.com/seniors-win-spirit-week-2017/) - The Class of 2017 has claimed the 2017 Mana Cup. The seniors were declared the overall Spirit Week winners (313 points) at tonight's boys basketball homecoming game. The juniors finished second (307 points) while the sophomores took third (256 points). Here are the final rankings and a detailed score breakdown. #1 Seniors – Men In
- [Musician Profile: Ryder Watanabe](https://hbaeagleeye.com/musician-profile-ryder-watanabe/) - Playing as a libero in volleyball and running in cross country are just a couple of things on Ryder Watanabe’s full plate at Hawaii Baptist Academy. He is also one of just 12 freshmen in the high school Wind Ensemble (which has 78 members) and has been playing the trumpet since seventh grade. Watanabe joined
- [Movie Review: Star Wars Rogue One](https://hbaeagleeye.com/movie-review-star-wars-rogue-one/) - A great darkness has enveloped the galaxy as the Empire imposes its will unchecked. On a small remote planet, Galen Erso, a retired Imperial engineer, lives a simple agrarian life with his wife Lyra and daughter Jyn. However, a sudden visit from his former colleague, Director Orson Krennic, draws Galen back into the Empire’s service.
- [Let's Go Eagles!](https://hbaeagleeye.com/lets-go-eagles/) - They are always there, cheering in the wings as basketball teams surge for the ball. Yet, little is known about the team that keeps spectators hyped and brings school spirit to every basketball game. Cheerleading is a combination of teamwork, athleticism, and performance. Cheerleaders perform complex routines and brave perilous stunts, all the while smiling
- [Astronomy Blog: Explore the Night Sky](https://hbaeagleeye.com/astronomy-blog-explore-the-night-sky/) - Hello there! Welcome to my blog. I am currently a freshman at Hawaii Baptist Academy and astronomy has become one of my favorite hobbies in the past year. It all started back in my eighth grade science class with Mr. Jordan Yasutomi. During a unit on astronomy, we learned about the basics of our Solar
- [Video: 2016 Fall All-School Chapel](https://hbaeagleeye.com/video-2016-fall-all-school-chapel/) - For a third year, Hawaii Baptist Academy has continued its tradition of gathering elementary, middle, and high school students and faculty for an all-school chapel. Held at the elementary school, the event is a day for school to grow closer as one body through worship and fellowship. The first all-school chapel for this year was held
- [What to do in the last few months of high school](https://hbaeagleeye.com/fyjfyuft/) - Being a senior in high school has its advantages. We are at a place where we are too old to be called children, but still too young to be called adults. What is there to do in these in-between months before we head off to college? 1) Dinners with your family There are nights when
- [Varsity Basketball: Homecoming Games 2017](https://hbaeagleeye.com/varsity-basketball-homecoming-games-2017/) - Along with the camera crew from OC16, basketball fans packed HBA's Dan Liu gymnasium on January 13 for the school’s annual homecoming games. The girls varsity team was able to break their tied record with the University Lab Junior Bows, coming out on top with a dominant win (57-18), while the boys varsity team fell short to
- [Membean Marathon Raises $1000 for Hawaii Literacy](https://hbaeagleeye.com/membean-marathon-raises-1000-for-hawaii-literacy/) - Membean, according to many HBA students, is an extraneous, arduous, monotonous, mundane, onerous, online learning program that is supposed to fortify their English language vocabulary. While most students drag their feet through their one hour per week Membean requirement, this past winter break, junior Jalen Sur decided to go beyond the requirement and completed 24
- [Seniors' Quest for the Mana Cup](https://hbaeagleeye.com/spirit-week-photo-essay/) - For the first full week of the third quarter HBA students competed in the annual Spirit Week. As students from middle to high school joined together to promote school spirit, each grade set out to best the others’ performance for the grand prize: the Mana Cup.
- [Blog: Saying Goodbye and Moving Foward](https://hbaeagleeye.com/blog-saying-goodbye-and-moving-foward/) - As seniors, school can be overwhelming when teachers, counselors, and family members are constantly asking about our upcoming college decisions and options for future education. No student wants to spend more time thinking about school unless they really have to, especially if he or she is coming down with a case of “senioritis”, much like
- [Big Island, Here We Come!](https://hbaeagleeye.com/big-island-here-we-come/) - The class of 2017 heads to the Big Island this morning for their three-day Senior Trip. Many of them will have had little sleep, having spent all night doing last minute packing before having to arrive at the airport at 3:45am. But well-rested or not, Nui Sabas joked ahead of the trip, “Either way, at
- [Astronomy Blog: Discovering the Constellations](https://hbaeagleeye.com/astronomy-blog-discovering-the-constellations/) - Hello again and welcome to my second astronomy post. If you read my first post, I hope you've had a chance to explore Hawaii's night skies. As I said before, one of the easiest objects to view in Earth's night sky is our very own moon. There are also over 9,000 stars that are considered to
- [Boat Regatta 2016: Gallery and Video](https://hbaeagleeye.com/boat-regatta-2016-gallery-and-video/) - On December 9, 130 HBA students, along with boats made of cardboard, recycled materials, duct tape, and even 3D printed plastic, departed the campus for the Wet and Wild water park in Kapolei. It was HBA's ninth annual Boat Regatta, and high school students from Physics, AP Physics, and AP Environmental classes had spent the
- [Not for the Faint Hearted](https://hbaeagleeye.com/not-for-the-faint-hearted/) - Whether it's taking a leap of faith off the Spitting Caves or watching the sunset down on the Leeward coast, there are a million and one things to do outdoors in Hawaii. Anyone looking for ideas for an outdoor adventure no longer needs to pore through tour books as the Internet has become the perfect resource
- [Astronomy Blog: Our Solar System](https://hbaeagleeye.com/astronomy-blog-our-solar-system/) - Hello everyone and welcome to my third post! So far, I have focused on how to easily find a few objects in the sky such as the moon and the Orion Nebula. In this post, you will learn more about our very own solar system and the planets within it. What is the solar system?
- [Beyond the Grade](https://hbaeagleeye.com/beyond-the-grade/) - The slow clack of steps echoes throughout the pin-drop silence as the room seems to constrict with every suppressed breath. A stapled packet, martyred with red, is slapped on the desk, and the world seems to crumble. This is a moment all students dread: the return of a failed test. No matter where your GPA
- [Behind the Scenes: Student Council 2017](https://hbaeagleeye.com/behind-the-scenes-student-council-2017/) - See what happened behind the scenes during Spirit Week 2017 and hear student council members' reflections on that adrenaline-filled hectic week of school.
- [Happy April Fools Day!](https://hbaeagleeye.com/happy-april-fools-day-4/) - The new uniform article is entirely fictitious. Happy April Fool's Day! While student council members did meet with school administrators recently to represent student body interests, there was, in fact, no discussion about redesigning HBA uniforms.
- [Happy April Fool's Day!](https://hbaeagleeye.com/happy-april-fools-day-5/) - The article about the Spirit Week overhaul is entirely fictitious. As far as we know, Spirit Week 2018 will continue the tradition of lively competition between classes and the Mana Cup will be up for grabs.
- [New Uniforms - Cheaper, No Skirts](https://hbaeagleeye.com/new-uniforms-cheaper-no-skirts/) - HBA is launching a new uniform design for the 2017-18 school year that will apply only to the high school. The new uniform looks significantly different from the current ones, and the lower price tag will be a welcome break for families who find the current uniforms expensive. Among the changes include the elimination of
- [A Test of Our Democracy](https://hbaeagleeye.com/a-test-of-our-democracy/) - For three weeks after injuring both my ankles during January’s Spirit Week—breaking one and spraining the other—I was bedridden inept to do anything outside of arm’s reach without parental supervision. When I wasn’t under the drowsing effect of painkillers or desperately attempting to keep up with my school work, all I could do was sit
- [The Gift of Mentorship](https://hbaeagleeye.com/the-gift-of-mentorship/) - It is 2005. HBA kindergartener Davis Tsuha’s backpack obscures all but his sneakers teetering on the curb of the designated pick up area. He readjusts the straps to support the weight of his bag. Among the clutter of glue sticks and crayons, Tsuha carries home his very first Hawaii Baptist Academy yearbook. Meanwhile, two miles
- [Movie Review: Beauty & the Beast](https://hbaeagleeye.com/movie-review-beauty-the-beast/) - Disney’s newest release of the beloved tale of Beauty and the Beast shines beyond the classic Disney princess film, leaving fans of the original animation anticipating more live action remakes to come. Director and screenwriter Bill Condon, who brought to life Breaking Dawn Part 1 and Part 2 (2011-2012), Dreamgirls (2006), and Chicago (2002), returns
- [Eagle Eye Takes State Title in Three-peat](https://hbaeagleeye.com/eagle-eye-takes-state-title-in-threepeat/) - Eagle Eye staff won the top honors at the Hawaii High School Journalism Awards yesterday, taking home the 2017 Best-in-state overall title for HBA’s journalism program. This is the program's third state title in a row. This year's competition entries—drawn from both Eagle Eye print magazines and this website—placed in the top three spots in
- [Get Bitter or Get Better](https://hbaeagleeye.com/work-hard-play-hard/) - Senior point guard Ty Minatoya has been starting point guard for the HBA varsity basketball team since his freshman year. This season, his last on the court for the Eagles, Minatoya played through some pain in his thigh as he always did with other injuries, but later discovered that he had a torn quadriceps tendon
- [Introducing the 2017-18 Student Council](https://hbaeagleeye.com/introducing-the-2017-18-student-council/) - The high school student council election results are in! Here are your student council officers for the 2017-18 school year: 2017-18 High School Student Council Thank you so much for your unconditional support. Being President is such an honor and I can't wait to serve you all. I promise you I will work my
- [East Coast Trip](https://hbaeagleeye.com/east-coast-trip/) - On March 14, 48 students consisting of 20 freshmen and 28 sophomores, along with five chaperones embarked on a journey to the East Coast. Through the trip, students learned about U.S. history and American rights. Several of them got to travel outside of Hawaii and experience snow for the first time in their lives. This
- [Should We Care About Online Privacy?](https://hbaeagleeye.com/should-we-care-about-online-privacy/) - On March 21, the House of Representatives reinforced the Senate’s resolution to repeal the Obama-era regulation on internet privacy before it even went into effect. The prior regulations would have required internet service providers to get a consumer’s consent before collecting and sharing their web browsing and location data. Providers would have also been required
- [What to Binge Watch this Summer](https://hbaeagleeye.com/what-to-binge-watch-this-summer/) - As our fourth quarter starts coming to a close, students everywhere begin a lengthy search for the perfect show or movie to binge-watch over the summer. With the endless number of movies and shows available at the click of a mouse or the tap of a finger, some might have trouble deciding what shows are worth
- [I'm Going to UH](https://hbaeagleeye.com/im-going-to-uh/) - It was in Junior year that I decided I would attend the University of Hawaiʻi, Mānoa, for college. I knew that geographically I wanted to go somewhere that had mountains and a beach with no severe weather. Most west coast colleges were expensive, as any out of state college would require dorming. Many of the
- [Gallery: HBA Arts & Film Festival](https://hbaeagleeye.com/gallery-hba-arts-film-festival/) - On April 28, the high school campus hosted HBA's annual Arts and Film Festival (HBAAFF), featuring films, art, photography, programming and robotics projects, and science displays by HBA students. The festival also featured the high school Legacy Band, a select group of students from the high school Wind Ensemble, and performances by the middle school drama
- [Reflections from a Junior](https://hbaeagleeye.com/reflections-from-a-junior/) - I’m a junior, but I still remember my first day of high school as if it was yesterday. My life was incredibly different back then, but at the same time, I have remained the same person. My mindset hasn’t changed much; I still find myself questioning what I will be doing, how will I be
- [Behind the Music](https://hbaeagleeye.com/behind-the-music/) - Filmed during the the second semester of the 2016-17 school year, this short documentary takes a look at what happens during the high school Wind Ensemble class. Featuring interviews with student musicians and band director Brad Shimizu, the film explores the expectations and challenges of being in the most advanced group of musicians in the
- [Aloha, Class of 2017!](https://hbaeagleeye.com/aloha-class-of-2017/) - Thursday, May 25 marked the last day of high school for HBA's graduating class of 2017. As the seniors made their official exit from the high school campus, middle and high school students, teachers and staff gathered to send them off and wish them well on the next chapter of their lives.
- [The Great American Eclipse](https://hbaeagleeye.com/the-great-american-eclipse/) - This morning, people from all over the world gathered across the continental United States to witness a total solar eclipse. Such an eclipse, where the moon completely obscures the sun, has not been seen in the continental United States for 36 years. This year's eclipse, commonly known as The Great American Eclipse, was seen across
- [Movie Review: Dunkirk](https://hbaeagleeye.com/movie-review-dunkirk/) - May 1940. World War II. German forces quickly advance toward the small French town of Dunkirk leaving death and destruction in their path. Allied forces from Belgium, the British Empire, and France are low on resources and need a quick rescue. Director and writer Christopher Nolan has been widely praised for his work in Dunkirk,
- [Ready to Strike](https://hbaeagleeye.com/ready-to-strike/) - The 2017-2018 HBA girls bowling teams have begun training in the hopes of a successful season and qualifying for the bowling state championships this fall. Starting the very first day of school, bowling tryouts commenced for the junior varsity and varsity teams. However, practices began as early as June this year. In fact, every year
- [Band Room Gets Needed Facelift](https://hbaeagleeye.com/band-room-gets-needed-facelift/) - Over the summer, the high school band room went through extensive renovations. This is the first time the room has been renovated since its construction 30 years ago. From new lockers, sound proofing to new carpeting, the renovated band room was a welcome sight to band students returning to the new school year. Before the
- [Video: How to Open Your Locker](https://hbaeagleeye.com/video-how-to-open-your-locker/) - Are you having trouble opening your HBA school locker? Don't know which way to turn the lock or how many times to turn it? This short video will show you how. Filmed and edited by Kaycee Nakashima ('20).
- [Comic: Summer Struggles](https://hbaeagleeye.com/comic-summer-struggles/)
- [Underdog Phones You Should Check Out](https://hbaeagleeye.com/underdog-phones-you-should-check-out/) - If you’re reading this, it's pretty likely that you own either an Apple or Samsung mobile phone. These two companies have painstakingly cultivated namebrands that have contributed to the explosive growth of phone sales worldwide. However, there are many hidden mobile phone gems on the market that offer comparable or better features than Apple or
- [Dodgeball Intramural 2017](https://hbaeagleeye.com/dodgeball-intramural-2017/) - During the first quarter of the 2017-18 school year, many students teams competed in HBA's annual dodgeball intramural tournament. The student council hosted the intramural in the gym during lunch, where many teams battled for first place. In a surprising turn of events, the sophomore team NaCl (the chemical formula for salt) beat out all
- [Writing a College Essay](https://hbaeagleeye.com/writing-a-college-essay/) - Time seems to stand still as you stare blankly at the empty white page on the screen of your computer. You sit in silence, searching, scouring your brain for a topic to write about. This essay has to be perfect. It can’t be boring, it can’t be superficial, and it definitely can’t be cliché. The
- [Do Something Every Day This Fall Break](https://hbaeagleeye.com/do-something-every-day-this-fall-break/) - Don't want to laze around all day? Use this list to make every day of Fall Break a memorable one. Monday, October 2 Wake up late. You deserve it. Tuesday, October 3 Catch up on a TV series you’ve always wanted to watch. Wednesday, October 4 Hump day! Go for a hike with friends.
- [Hiking Journeys Ep. 1: Lulumahu Falls](https://hbaeagleeye.com/hiking-journeys-lulumahu-falls/) - Not far from HBA's Nuuanu campus lies the lush Nuuanu Watershed area, which features the Nuuanu reservoir and is surrounded by a number of hiking trails. One of these trails—the Lulumahu Trail— takes hikers to the Lulumahu Falls and has become a popular hike with locals and tourists. The trail boasts views of the scenic
- [Comic: Spooky Students](https://hbaeagleeye.com/comic-spooky-students/)
- [Senior Day Celebrates Community through Work and Play](https://hbaeagleeye.com/senior-day-celebrates-community-through-work-and-play/) - On October 25, the class of 2018 volunteered at a taro patch—called a lo‘i in Hawaiian— for Senior Day, an annual event for the senior class. While the rest of the student body anxiously searched for number two pencils for the PSAT, the senior class arrived in school dressed in slippers, board shorts and worn-out
- [Video: Rubik's Cube](https://hbaeagleeye.com/video-rubiks-cube/) - Freshman Johnson Lin is a Rubik's Cube afficionado. For him, solving a Rubik's Cube is simply a matter of permutations. For many of us, however, it remains a frustrating puzzle. Lin's video is a quick demonstration on how to solve a cube. If you'd like more lessons, there are lots of how-to videos out there
- [Ask Anything: Part One](https://hbaeagleeye.com/ask-anything-part-one/) - Welcome to Eagle Eye's Ask Anything column! The goal of these entries are to get questions from you, HBA students, answered in a place where it can be shared with others who may have similar questions. Looking for advice on study habits? Dating? Are you having an existential crisis? Submit a question to our question
- [PTF To Host HBA's First Movie Night](https://hbaeagleeye.com/ptf-hosts-hbas-first-movie-night/) - On December 20 at a movie theater not too far away, HBA's Parent Teacher Fellowship will be hosting a school movie night for the first time. The night will showcase Star Wars: The Last Jedi at the Dole Cannery and attendees will have the luxury of having the entire theater to themselves. As the event
- [Thanksgiving By the Numbers](https://hbaeagleeye.com/thanksgiving-by-the-numbers/) - Thanksgiving in Hawaii is a showcase of the island state's unique melting pot of cultures. A survey of HBA high school students found that rice and other Asian dishes were common accompaniments to traditional fare like turkey and ham. We also found that 4% of survey respondents did not celebrate Thanksgiving, choosing to spend their
- [Cross Country Charts Historic Season](https://hbaeagleeye.com/cross-country-charts-historic-season/) - For this year's HBA cross country runners, running at least 15 miles a week during the season has certainly paid off. The boys varsity team won the Division 2 State Championship in Kauai, taking home the boys varsity title for the first time since 2012. The girls varsity team finished in second place, with freshman
- [Black Friday Review and Hacks](https://hbaeagleeye.com/black-friday-review-and-hacks/) - It’s true—Black Friday alone attracts more people than a year’s worth of visitors to Disneyland. According to Tom Risen in The U.S News and World Report, Black Friday attracts an average of approximately 133 million people to shop for the cheapest deals annually. This year, a record number of people—171 million— hit the stores and
- [Dance and Programming Classes at After School Program](https://hbaeagleeye.com/dance-and-programming-classes-at-after-school-program/) - HBA’s Supplemental Programs is offering a variety of after school classes this winter. Dance Island is hosting a contemporary movement and dance after school workshop in January at the high school campus. Interested students can try out the classes for free on December 14 and December 19. The classes will run on Tuesdays and Thursdays
- [Video: Christian Emphasis Week 2017](https://hbaeagleeye.com/video-christian-emphasis-week-2017/) - Christian Emphasis Week (CEW) kicked off the second quarter for the middle and high school campuses. Main guest speaker Emily Kiaha (YoungLife Area Director) spoke on the theme of “Wonder Why” during chapels that week, looking into the Gospels to answer questions like "Why Jesus" and "Why Me". Throughout the week, students attended a variety
- [Spirit Week 2018: Meme Day and Squad Day](https://hbaeagleeye.com/spirit-week-2018-meme-day-and-squad-day-gallery/) - HBA's 2018 Spirit Week began this week Monday, January 8, to much anticipation. Students of both the middle and high school arrived on campus at the beginning of the week dressed as their favorite internet memes (humorous combinations images and text that serve as the inside jokes of the internet and are spread via social
- [Spirit Week 2018: "I Woke Up Like This" Day](https://hbaeagleeye.com/spirit-week-2018-i-woke-up-like-this-day/) - In an astounding turn of events, the end of the third day of Spirit Week 2018 found the sophomore, senior, and junior classes in a tight race for the coveted Mana Cup due to an unexpected upset during Wednesday's main event: the Platform Jam. For this competition, classes were given one minute to stuff as
- [Spirit Week 2018: Pepper Squad Day](https://hbaeagleeye.com/spirit-week-2018-pepper-squad-day/) - Of all the days in Spirit Week, Thursday has always been the most anticipated, hectic, and action packed, for at the end of the day, each class is tasked with presenting their respective pepper squads. The pepper squad is a seven minute long presentation which classes begin developing months in advance. Usually, a class's pepper
- [Spirit Week 2018: Black, Gold, and White Day](https://hbaeagleeye.com/spirit-week-2018-black-gold-and-white-day/) - The atmosphere inside the gym was electric as classes readied for the final showdown of an already intense Spirit Week 2018. Yet while the inter-grade competitiveness proved no different than years past, Friday's assembly placed special emphasis on school unity. So this year instead of Platform Jam, which was moved to Wednesday's assembly, each class's
- [Seniors Win Spirit Week 2018!](https://hbaeagleeye.com/seniors-win-spirit-week-2018/) - After six years of trying and two straight heart-breakingly close second place finishes, the Class of 2018 has finally won Spirit Week during their final year, taking the much coveted Mana Cup. The seniors, who were only a few points from first last year, rallied after a disappointing Platform Jam performance, which had them in second
- [Missile Threat False Alarm Shakes Hawaii](https://hbaeagleeye.com/missile-threat-false-alarm-shakes-hawaii/) - Saturday. January 12, 2018. At 8:07 am the people of Hawaii were startled with a message on their phones and televisions stating, “BALLISTIC MISSILE THREAT INBOUND TO HAWAII. SEEK IMMEDIATE SHELTER. THIS IS NOT A DRILL.” During the winter season, people can usually find me at the ILH paddling races on Saturdays. On Saturday, January
- [Movie Review: Pitch Perfect 3](https://hbaeagleeye.com/movie-review-pitch-perfect-3/) - Unlike the first movie, Pitch Perfect 3 did not leave me speechless, but fell flat, crippled by poor song choices, an absurd plot line, and forced humor. The first installment of the Pitch Perfect film series consisted of relatable characters, witty humor, and a realistic plot. The movie is told through the eyes of Becca,
- [Movie Review: The Greatest Showman](https://hbaeagleeye.com/movie-review-the-greatest-showman/) - The Greatest Showman is one of the greatest movie musicals in the past several years, because the singing and choreography keep the audience entranced and gives the movie an old-school musical vibe. Starring Hugh Jackman, Zac Efron, and Zendaya, the movie is a musical film about P.T Barnum, a poverty-stricken man who has a wide
- [Super Bowl Commercials: Beneficial?](https://hbaeagleeye.com/super-bowl-commercials-beneficial/) - The average price for a 30-second spot in the Super Bowl this year will cost over $5 million and that does not include the cost to make the ad, according to Sports Illustrated. On February 4, the millions of viewers tuned into Super Bowl LII will see the biggest day of the year for NFL
- [Video: Spirit Week 2018](https://hbaeagleeye.com/video-spirit-week-2018/) - Hawaii Baptist Academy high school students started off the new year with their annual Spirit Week competitions. This year's theme was "Why So Salty?" which focused on the origin stories of many notable Disney villains. This year, the class of 2018 finally seized the coveted Mana Cup after two straight years of heartbreaking second-place finishes.
- [Hiking Journeys Ep. 2: Kuliouou Ridge](https://hbaeagleeye.com/hiking-journeys-kuliouou-ridge/) - Far on the east side of Oahu lies the prominent yet challenging Kuli‘ou‘ou Ridge Hiking Trail with beautiful views of Waimanalo and Hawaii Kai. It may not be as easy as Manoa Falls or Makapu]u Lighthouse but is very similar to Wiliwilinui Ridge. If you plan to hike here, be prepared to set aside a
- [Doshisha Kori](https://hbaeagleeye.com/doshisha-kori/) - Sixty students from Doshisha Kori, HBA’s sister school located in Osaka, Japan, visited HBA on Thursday, January 25, 2018. For the third year in the row, Doshisha Kori students sat in on classes, met their email partners in person, and presented the school with a dance. Every year, students and teachers look forward to watching
- [Flying in Vogue: The Evolution of the Eyebrow](https://hbaeagleeye.com/flying-in-vogue-the-evolution-of-eyebrows/) - Welcome to my Beauty blog! I’m Alissa Vasper, a makeup enthusiast and senior at Hawaii Baptist Academy. I’m so excited to share with all of you my tips and tricks to the latest teen fashion trends. But first, let's start off with some basics. The most distinctive feature that defines your facial structure are your
- [Protests Make NFL Ratings Crash](https://hbaeagleeye.com/protests-make-nfl-ratings-crash/) - If this year’s Super Bowl lower television ratings are any indication, the NFL is losing millions of fans, many of whom are against NFL players kneeling during the National Anthem as a form of protest. Many HBA students agree with this criticism of the kneeling players, but there is still a disagreement of viewpoints. “People
- [Gallery: 2018 Sophomore Camp](https://hbaeagleeye.com/gallery-sophomore-camp/) - On Thursday, February 15, the class of 2020 stuffed into three buses for their annual Sophomore camp. This year's theme was "Love," which focused on how God is reflected through humanity's five love languages. Throughout the week the sophomores enjoyed both personal testimonies from their advisors and special messages from Pastor RJ that focused on
- [Flying in Vogue: Cutest Braided Hairdos for 2018](https://hbaeagleeye.com/flying-in-vogue-2018s-cutest-braided-hairdos/) - Waking up to that screeching alarm clock is not the hardest part of your morning. No, the absolute hardest part is getting yourself to look like you didn’t just wake up 10 minutes ago. The main tattletale of that story is your hair. And girls, we have it worse than guys. But don’t fret! Here’s
- [Success at What Cost?](https://hbaeagleeye.com/success-at-what-cost/) - Walk onto campus on any given day and you’ll be greeted by drooping eyes on expressionless faces, the result of what students attribute to the numerous hours spent on homework assignments, tests, and projects. Many claim that family pressure for academic success compels them to stay up late. Even more blame teachers for not communicating
- [Hope, Heartbreak, and Redemption: 2018's Journey to Spirit Week Triumph](https://hbaeagleeye.com/hope-heartbreak-and-redemption-2018s-journey-to-spirit-week-triumph/) - Since elementary school, the senior Class of 2018 has been characterized by their teachers and peers as a boisterous, energetic, sometimes overbearing but always spirited group of students. English teacher Faye Takushi remembers meeting students of the class when they were at the elementary campus. "They were a highly relational group of students who enjoyed
- [Finding Passion Through Nature](https://hbaeagleeye.com/finding-passion-through-nature/) - Living on an Island in the middle of the Pacific ocean, there is no shortage of beautiful places to visit. Magnificent sunrises greet us as we wake up in the morning and in the evening an elegant sunset is there to end the day. I encourage others to leave home and go out into nature.
- [Honoring the Honorable](https://hbaeagleeye.com/honoring-the-honorable/) - On March 5, the sophomore class travelled to Pearl Harbor for a U.S. History 10 field trip. There, they learned about Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor, visiting various memorials honoring those who lost their lives. Students later boarded the USS Missouri, where they participated in a ceremony honoring those who lost their lives serving our
- [Flying in Vogue: Coconut Oil](https://hbaeagleeye.com/flying-in-vogue-coconut-oil/) - Coconut oil is trending as the most versatile health product on the planet. Along with being my favorite cooking oil, coconut oil has many applications when it comes to beauty treatments. This wonder oil is beneficial in skin care, hair care, weight loss, treating skin infections, improving digestion, and boosting immunity against a host of
- [Video: 2018 Boat Regatta](https://hbaeagleeye.com/video-2018-boat-regatta/) - On December 8, HBA hosted its 4th annual Cardboard Boat Regatta at Kapolei’s Wet ‘n Wild waterpark. Students from Physics, Marine Science, and AP Physics 1 & 2 put their custom made boats to test in the wave pool, in a quest to outlast and beat each other in a race, and for a good
- [Exploring the Galápagos Islands](https://hbaeagleeye.com/exploring-the-galapagos-islands/) - Seven HBA students explored Ecuador’s Galápagos Islands this spring break as research volunteers with Ecology Project International (EPI) for HBA’s first ever school trip to South America, conducting research and learning about ecology of the islands. For science teacher and trip leader Claire Mitchell, the trip was a fulfillment of a long time dream. “With
- [Eagle Eye Named Best-In-State Fourth Year in a Row](https://hbaeagleeye.com/eagle-eye-named-best-in-state-again/) - For the fourth time in a row, Eagle Eye staff took home the 2018 Best-in-state overall title for HBA’s journalism program at the Hawaii High School Journalism Awards. Fourteen Hawaii high schools—six private and eight public—participated in this year’s competition, and the Eagle Eye took first place in seven categories in the private school division and four
- [2018-19 Student Council Election Results](https://hbaeagleeye.com/2018-19-student-council-election-results/) - After a day of voting, HBA students have elected the following students to the 2018-19 Student Council: Rena Takatsuka ('19), President Shawn Tamashiro ('19), Vice-President Mason Nakamura ('19), Treasurer Reese Yoshikawa ('22), Corresponding Secretary Kathryn Harada ('20), Recording Secretary Related post: Vote for Your 2018-19 Student Council
- [Spend a Night “Under the Big Top”](https://hbaeagleeye.com/spend-a-night-under-the-big-top/) - On May 18 and 19, the Soldiers of Light (SOL) and Halau will be hosting their biennial Dinner Theater show “Under the Big Top.” During the show, SOL and Halau members will be dressing up in extravagant circus costumes. They’ll also be performing recent hits such as “This is Me” from the new movie The
- [Remembering Uncle Larry](https://hbaeagleeye.com/remembering-uncle-larry/) - Last month, HBA lost a well-loved member of the school community. For many, this man played a huge role in their everyday lives at school. Hilarion "Larry" Sayson, Jr, security guard for 13 years at the middle and high school campuses, passed away suddenly on April 13, 2018. Uncle Larry or Mr. Larry, as he
- [HBA Arts & Film Festival 2018](https://hbaeagleeye.com/hba-arts-film-festival-2018/) - The annual HBA Arts and Film Festival (HBAAFF) took place on Friday, April 27, featuring work by HBA students from elementary through high school. The event primarily showcases student projects from the Performing and Fine Arts department, which includes filmmaking, photography, 2D and 3D art, animation, band and theater classes. There were also exhibits by
- [Hiking Journeys Ep. 3: Makapu‘u Tidepools](https://hbaeagleeye.com/hiking-journeys-makapuu-tidepools/) - This episode of Hiking Journeys takes us to the tidepools off the Makapu‘u Lighthouse trail. While the trail to the lighthouse is paved and well-traveled, the hike to the tidepools (which begins near the top of the lighthouse trail), is unpaved and winds down a dry and rocky hillside. Hikers can wade in the larger
- [Go Outside!](https://hbaeagleeye.com/go-outside/) - As the year draws to a close, HBA students look forward to two months of summer break. Summer, the sunniest and debatably most beautiful months of the year, are an amazing opportunity to get out of the house and appreciate the beauty of the island that we live on. However, many HBA students don’t take
- [Cooking Challenge 2018](https://hbaeagleeye.com/cooking-challenge-2018/) - Physics teacher Isaac Duncklee and sophomore Timothy Dixon put their culinary skills to the test in this cooking challenge. Both contestants only knew ahead of time that they would be required to use a grill and were not told of the main ingredient until the challenge. They each called in their own sous chefs (senior
- [Let's Talk Trash: Food Waste at HBA](https://hbaeagleeye.com/lets-talk-trash-food-waste-at-hba/) - Sliced apples, a scoop of rice, half a corn dog and some fries, plus a scoop of pasta. Probably enough for a full meal, as long as you don’t mind it coming from the trash can. The Eagle Eye decided to conduct an informal food audit to see how much food gets thrown away after
- [AP Japanese Class Prepares For Japan Trip](https://hbaeagleeye.com/ap-japanese-class-prepares-for-japan-trip/) - On June 16, AP Japanese students and their teacher, Elena Yoo, hiked up Diamond Head in preparation for their upcoming school trip to Mt. Fuji and the Inari Shrine in Japan. The trip, which will take place during this fall break, will take 28 HBA students from Japanese 3, Japanese 4, and AP Japanese to
- [Pacific Music Institute 2018](https://hbaeagleeye.com/pacific-music-institute-2018/) - Twenty-six HBA students spent the waning days of summer break participating in the 31rst annual Pacific Music Institute program held at McKinley High School, July 6 to 15. A program of the Hawaii Youth Symphony, the Pacific Music Institute (or PMI) provides intensive music workshops and sectionals for students from across the state, culminating in
- [SOL & Halau Visit Maui](https://hbaeagleeye.com/sol-halau-visit-maui/) - From June 8 to 11, 36 students from Soldiers of Light (SOL) and Halau travelled to Maui along with eight other chaperones to not only bond closer together but to relax and celebrate the end of a successful 2017-18 school year. With the money that the group fundraised through their biennial Dinner Theater show, SOL
- [Comic: Back to School](https://hbaeagleeye.com/comic-back-to-school/)
- [HBA Launches Teacher Effectiveness Cohort](https://hbaeagleeye.com/hba-launches-teacher-effectiveness-cohort/) - With the new school year starting, not only are HBA students adjusting to school life, but some of their teachers have been trying something new in their classrooms. Twenty middle and high school teachers have volunteered to be part of HBA’s first Teacher Learning Cohort, an initiative aimed at improving classroom instruction through self evaluation
- [Your Favorite Back-to-School Items](https://hbaeagleeye.com/your-favorite-back-to-school-item/) - There's nothing like a pencil case full of brand new pens and pencils, or when you walk onto campus with your just-unboxed bright white, scuff-free Adidas Superstar sneaker. Back to school items do a lot more than meet practical needs; they also serve as pick-me-ups as we drag ourselves out of school breaks into the
- [Videos: Japan Trip 2018](https://hbaeagleeye.com/videos-japan-trip-2018/) - HBA Japanese 3 and 4 students embarked on the school's biennial trip to Japan this week. The group arrived in Osaka on Monday night and headed to Kyoto the next morning for their first day of sightseeing. Day 1: Nishiki Market for bentos Wagashi-making (Japanese sweets) at Kanshundo Higashi-ten Fushimi Inari Shrine Day 2: Doshisha Kori
- [CEW 2018: What's Coming Up](https://hbaeagleeye.com/cew-2018-whats-coming-up/) - Christian Emphasis Week is just around the corner, and students have much to look forward to this year. The theme this year is “Faithful” and is inspired by HBA’s 70th anniversary and the idea of being “committed through faith.” In addition to the chapels and seminars throughout the week, students are invited to gather before
- [Learning From the Pros, Side by Side](https://hbaeagleeye.com/learning-from-the-pros-side-by-side/) - Three HBA students performed with the Honolulu Symphony Orchestra at the Hawaii Youth Symphony’s Side by Side concert at the Blaisdell Concert Hall on Thursday, October 26. Sitting among musicians from Hawaii’s premier professional symphony, Natalie Narito (‘20), Vincent Ogasawara (‘20), and Aaron Omon (‘22), members of the Hawaii Youth Symphony I (HYSI), performed four
- [Gallery: Middle School Thanksgiving Breakfast & Chapel](https://hbaeagleeye.com/gallery-middle-school-thanksgiving-breakfast-chapel/) - This morning, the middle school held its biennial Thanksgiving Breakfast and Chapel. This event has been a tradition for the middle school for over 22 years. Students, their families, and middle school staff and faculty gather for a potluck breakfast before attending chapel together. Middle school principal George Honzaki said, “My favorite thing from this
- [Video: CEW 2018](https://hbaeagleeye.com/video-cew-2018/) - Christian Emphasis Week took place this year at the end of November, focusing on the theme of "Faithful". Worship leaders Chevas Wong and Susie Kumah from Holy Trinity Church in Virginia came to lead the middle and high school in chapels throughout the week, and Jeff Mullis (Olivet Baptist Church) spoke on the faithfulness of
- [Spirit Week 2019: All You Need to Know](https://hbaeagleeye.com/spirit-week-2019-all-you-need-to-know/) - With only four weeks left before Spirit Week 2019, middle and high school students at HBA are hard at work, eagerly preparing for the highly anticipated week full of competition and fun. Student council president Rena Takatsuka explained that this year’s theme of Sidekick Stories was chosen at one of the student council’s brainstorming sessions
- [Girls Cross Country Team Wins State Title](https://hbaeagleeye.com/girls-cross-country-team-wins-state-title/) - This past October, HBA’s varsity girls team for cross country made history by being the first HBA team to win the Cross Country Division 2 State Championship title. Junior Kacie Kwan also won the individual title of Girls ILH Champion with an outstanding time of 20:19. The boys varsity team also defended their Division 2
- [Students Take In Wonders of Japan](https://hbaeagleeye.com/students-take-in-wonders-of-japan/) - On September 30, students from the Japanese 3, Japanese 4, and AP Japanese classes flew to Japan and explored the food, sights, and language of the beautiful country. The ten-day trip took students to places like Osaka, Kyoto, Tokyo, and Hiroshima. The first day of the trip was mostly spent traveling on a nine hour
- [Spirit Week 2019: Day 1](https://hbaeagleeye.com/spirit-week-2019-day-1/) - HBA’s 2019 Spirit Week—themed "Sidekick Story"—officially began this week Monday, January 7, with a lot of fierce competition. Groups of middle and high school students formed individual squads and came to school dressed up in costumes reflecting one theme. For instance, the entire senior class banded together and all showed up to campus as “senior
- [Spirit Week 2019: Day 2](https://hbaeagleeye.com/spirit-week-2019-day-2/) - Classes competed today in Capture the Flag. The game was played in three rounds: boys, girls, and mixed. Each class fielded two boys and two girls. Here is the latest tally: Dress-Up (Tourist Tuesday): 5th: Seventh grade (79%) 4th: Eighth grade (96%) 3rd: Freshmen (97%) 2nd: Sophomores (98%) 1st: Tie between seniors and juniors (100%)
- [Spirit Week 2019: Day 3](https://hbaeagleeye.com/spirit-week-2019-day-3/) - At the the end of the third day of Spirit Week 2019, the senior and junior classes are tied in a tight race for the coveted Mana Cup after the day's main event: Platform Jam. Each grade had one minute to fit as many students as possible onto a platform and then remain on the
- [Spirit Week 2019: Day 4](https://hbaeagleeye.com/spirit-week-2019-day-4/) - Spirit Week excitement continued on Thursday as each grade presented their Pepper Squad routines. Since the last quarter, classes have been gearing up and preparing for their Pepper Squad performances. The Pepper Squad is a seven-minute skit performance which incorporates musical, dance, and often comedic elements that showcase the Spirit Week theme. This year’s theme
- [Seniors Win Spirit Week 2019](https://hbaeagleeye.com/seniors-win-spirit-week-2019/) - After a week of intense competition, the Class of 2019 emerged as the overall winners of Spirit Week 2019, taking the Mana Cup in their first Spirit Week win. The juniors and sophomores took second and third place, respectively. The seniors managed to seize first place in the Class Banner, Mascot, NHS Donation Drive and
- [Food Blog: What's the Best Brownie Mix?](https://hbaeagleeye.com/food-blog-whats-the-best-brownie-mix/) - Brownies are a staple baked good. Got a bake sale, potluck, or just crazing a chocolatey treat? It’s easy to whip up a batch of brownies from a store-bought mix— dump it into a bowl, add a few ingredients, put it in the oven, bake, and you’re done. The hardest part to getting a nice
- [Japanese Homestay Students Visit HBA](https://hbaeagleeye.com/japanese-homestay-students-visit-hba/) - As HBA students returned from winter break, they may have noticed five new faces walking around campus or cheering with the junior class during Spirit Week. These students are from Clark Memorial High School, which is based in Japan and has locations around the world. The students visiting HBA came from different Clark Memorial campuses
- [Review: SomiSomi Dessert](https://hbaeagleeye.com/review-somisomi-dessert/) - On October 20, 2018, SomiSomi, a Californian dessert chain, made its way to Ala Moana Shopping Center. Unlike regular ice cream chains, SomiSomi has more to offer than just ice cream. They are known for their unique, Korean-inspired soft-serve flavors, an abundance of sweet toppings, and the Ah-Boong. Much like Japan’s taiyaki dessert, the Ah-Boong
- [Eagle Spirit Soars on Homecoming Night](https://hbaeagleeye.com/homecoming-night-2019/) - The night of Homecoming involved two victories and one loss: On the basketball court, the Lady Eagles won against Saint Francis; the seniors were named Spirit Week champions; and the boys basketball team lost to Punahou by a small margin. The Lady Eagles made their way to victory with a 3-pointer made by No. 15,
- [Goodbye 2018!](https://hbaeagleeye.com/goodbye-2018/) - We are more than a month into 2019, but the Eagle Eye is going to take one final look at 2018 before moving on. Instead of focusing on our best memories, we've picked our top five worst things about 2018. On one hand, it may be better to not even mention them; but on the
- [A Meditation Through My Lens](https://hbaeagleeye.com/a-meditation-through-my-lens/) - This past October, I joined HBA’s Japanese language class as they traveled across the Pacific to experience the culture of the Japanese people. We were able to partake in many hands-on experiences, from a traditional Japanese tea ceremony, calligraphy, mochi making to staying at a ryokan (a Japanese inn.) Even though I had traveled to
- [Video: We Got Spirit](https://hbaeagleeye.com/video-we-got-spirit/) - "We got spirit." There's no better way to sum up Spirit Week 2019. Now that we've combed through the scoring sheets and packed away the costumes, let's enjoy the week for what it meant to everyone—fun, friendship, and spirit. Filmed and edited by Jarin Ashimine ('20). Related Articles: Looking Back at Spirit Week 2019 Seniors
- [Comic: The Spirit Scale](https://hbaeagleeye.com/comic-the-spirit-scale/)
- [Feel The Beat of the Drum](https://hbaeagleeye.com/feel-the-beat-of-the-drum/) - The Taiko Center of the Pacific (TCP) is a school of traditional and contemporary Japanese drumming in Honolulu. Though you wouldn’t expect it at a music school, TCP offers a class to deaf and hard of hearing adults who want to learn how to play Taiko. Chizuko Endo, wife of Taiko master Kenny Endo sensei,
- ["To See With Our Hearts"](https://hbaeagleeye.com/to-see-with-our-hearts/) - One of the most memorable experiences that students have at HBA is traveling to a foreign country with their classmates and friends. Every other year, the HBA World Languages Department takes Japanese Language students to Japan to see and experience first-hand what they are learning in the classroom. As Japanese teacher Elena Yoo says: "Until
- [Food Blog: Making Brownies From Scratch](https://hbaeagleeye.com/food-blog-making-brownies-from-scratch/) - In my previous blog post, I ranked five different store-bought brownie mixes to see which one was the best for its price. If you have time on your hands and are willing to put more effort into what you put on the plate, you could go the homemade route. Though it takes longer to make
- [2019-2020 Student Council Election Results](https://hbaeagleeye.com/2019-2020-student-council-election-results/) - After a day of voting, HBA students have elected the following students to the 2019-20 Student Council: Kathryn Harada (’20), PresidentRiyana Werny (’20), Vice-PresidentAaron Omon (’22), TreasurerNathan Pilar (’20), Corresponding SecretaryAimee Terashima (’20), Recording Secretary
- [Eagle Eye Wins Best-In-State](https://hbaeagleeye.com/eagle-eye-wins-best-in-state/) - For the fifth year in a row, Eagle Eye staff took home the 2019 Best-in-State overall title for HBA’s journalism program at the Hawaii High School Journalism Awards. Fourteen Hawaii high schools—six private and eight public—participated in this year’s competition, and the Eagle Eye took first place in four categories (Best Video, Best Portrait Photo,
- [Video: 23 More Questions With HBA Teachers](https://hbaeagleeye.com/video-23-more-questions-with-hba-teachers/) - Inspired by Vogue’s 73 Questions video series, the Eagle Eye sought out four high school teachers to answer 23 very random questions. This is the second video in our 23 Questions series. Watch the first one here. Filmed & edited by Jarin Ashimine ('20)Sound: Timothy Dixon ('20)Interviewer: Kristin Lau ('19)
- [2019 Senior Send-Off](https://hbaeagleeye.com/gallery-2019-senior-send-off/) - On Thursday May 23, 2019, the middle and high school gathered at the Stan Sagert campus to send off the Class of 2019. An annual tradition at HBA, the Senior Send-Off is a way for seniors to say their goodbyes to their friends and teachers, and to celebrate the end of their high school career.
- [Video: Another 23 Questions](https://hbaeagleeye.com/video-another-23-questions/) - Inspired by Vogue’s 73 Questions video series, the Eagle Eye's 23 Questions series features teachers and faculty answering random questions about their lives. In this episode, we catch up Mr. Sean Aoyagi, Mrs. Traci Haly, and Mr. David Green. Filmed & edited by Jarin Ashimine ('20)Sound: Cameron Chee ('20)Interviewer: Daniel Jurek ('21) Episode 1Episode 2
- [Comic: The National Day of National Days](https://hbaeagleeye.com/comic-the-national-day-of-national-days/)
- [Music Blog: A Private Rebellion](https://hbaeagleeye.com/music-blog-a-private-rebellion/) - High school students attached to their phones via a pair of earbuds has become almost as ubiquitous a sight as the smartphone itself, which has morphed into a modern version of the Sony Walkman of the 80s. Nowadays, teens are more likely to be listening to music privately, publicly. They stream mumble rap while they
- [Music Blog: Mele Kalikimaka](https://hbaeagleeye.com/music-blog-mele-kalikimaka/) - Christmas music evokes images of crackling fireplaces, steaming hot cocoa, and, most predominantly, snow thickly frosting the roof of every house in the neighborhood like white icing piped on fresh gingerbread. In a part of the country where sweater weather is when the mercury drops to the low 80s, one has to wonder if Christmas
- [Winter Banquet Guide](https://hbaeagleeye.com/winter-banquet-guide/) - If you're going to the Winter Banquet, here are some practical tips to help you have a fun and successful evening.
- [Spirit Week 2020: Scrambled Cinema](https://hbaeagleeye.com/spirit-week-2020-scrambled-cinema/) - Middle and high school students are starting the new year with Spirit Week. This year’s theme has an unusual twist. Titled “Scrambled Cinema,” the theme requires each grade to do a mash-up of a popular movie with a particular decade. This year’s dress up days also features two new themes: Future Day is on Monday
- [Spirit Week 2020: Day 1](https://hbaeagleeye.com/spirit-week-2020-day-1/) - This Monday was the start of Spirit Week 2020, featuring the theme “Scrambled Cinema.” For this first day of this annual event, students came to school dressed up as their dream occupation to mark "Future Day." From soldiers to a golf instructor to future dad to twins, students' costumes showcase a wide range of aspirations
- [Spirit Week 2020: Day 2](https://hbaeagleeye.com/spirit-week-2020-day-2/) - On the second day of Spirit Week 2020, students dressed up as their favorite nursery rhyme or children’s book characters. Dr Seuss characters in particular swarmed the school; all seniors came dressed as Dr. Seuss characters and there were many pairs of Thing 1 and Thing 2, and even Things 4 through 6. The day's
- [Spirit Week 2020: Day 3](https://hbaeagleeye.com/spirit-week-2020-day-3/) - For third day of Spirit Week, students came to school dressed to the theme of Apps & Games. During the assembly, classes competed to fit as many people as they could onto a platform in Platform Jam. Each class is given one minute to fit as many students onto a platform as they can and
- [Spirit Week 2020: Day 4](https://hbaeagleeye.com/spirit-week-2020-day-4/) - For that past few months each grade has been preparing for their Spirit Week Pepper Squad performance. This seven-minute skit is a HBA tradition that features music, songs and dance. For this year’s “Scrambled Cinema” theme, each grade was assigned a movie and an era that they had to mash together to make an original
- [Seniors Win Spirit Week 2020](https://hbaeagleeye.com/seniors-win-spirit-week-2020/) - After a competitive week of events, the Class of 2020 finally took home the Mana Cup with a score of 323. The sophomores (294) and juniors (231) finished in second and third place respectively. The senior class kicked off the week in the lead by winning both the boys and girls Tug-of-War competitions. They were
- [Homecoming Games 2020](https://hbaeagleeye.com/homecoming-games-2020/) - On January 10, HBA held its Homecoming Games, closing out the end of Spirit Week 2020. Before a packed home crowd, the Lady Eagles defeated Punahou II in the girls varsity basketball game, with a final score of 47 - 20. The boys team put up a tough fight in their game but Hanalani prevailed
- [Spirit Week 2020: Pepper Squad Performances](https://hbaeagleeye.com/spirit-week-2020-pepper-squad-performances/) - Senior Pepper Squad: High School Musical in the 80s Junior Pepper Squad: Maze Runner in the 70s Sophomore Pepper Squad: Indiana Jones in the 60s Freshmen Pepper Squad: Fast and Furious in Medieval Times 8th Grade Pepper Squad: Avengers in the 90s 7th Grade Performance: Jurassic World in the 20s
- [Comic: It's All Relative](https://hbaeagleeye.com/comic-its-all-relative/)
- [Video: Father-Son Car Restoration Project](https://hbaeagleeye.com/video-a-father-son-car-restoration-project/) - Senior Brent Low and his father Bryan Low are working on restoring a 1958 Volkswagen Beetle Classic car together. The Eagle Eye sat down with the Lows to find out what it's been like and how things are going. Filmed and edited by Timothy Dixon ('20).Additional filming by Michael Garces ('20).
- [Music Blog: Dissecting Lo-fi Hip-Hop](https://hbaeagleeye.com/music-blog-dissecting-lo-fi-hip-hop/) - A girl stares down at a journal, scrawls a few lines, and turns the page. She looks comfortable, wrapped in an oversized sweater and a pink scarf. Outside, snow drifts, framing a cozy winter village with warm yellow lights all aglow. An orange cat perches on the windowsill, and you can almost hear its contented
- [Message from HBA President concerning COVID-19 plans & policies](https://hbaeagleeye.com/message-from-hba-president-concerning-covid-19-plans-policies/) - Today, the school's president, Ron Shiira, sent out an email message to K-12 families at HBA detailing the school's plans and policies concerning COVID-19. Below is a copy of the message. Visit the school's dedicated webpage for the latest updates. Dear Parent/Guardian, As we begin to prepare for the final quarter of the school year,
- [Comic: Evolution of a TikTok-er](https://hbaeagleeye.com/comic-evolution-of-a-tiktok-er/)
- [Hawai‘i: The Fight Against Invasive Species](https://hbaeagleeye.com/hawaii-the-fight-against-invasive-species/) - Since he was a child, senior Michael Garces has been fascinated with plants and animals. As he grew older, he began to explore Hawaii’s outdoors, from the Ko‘olaus to the Pacific Ocean. Garces, a avid photographer and videographer, has spent many weekends hiking Oahu's trails and exploring its coasts. When he took an Environmental Science
- [2020-21 Student Council Candidates](https://hbaeagleeye.com/2020-21-student-council-candidates/) - Here are the candidates running for next year's high school student council. Below are the statements shared by the candidates summarizing their leadership experience and their election speeches. Voting will take place on Friday, April, 17 from 7:30 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. Election forms will be emailed to students in grades 8 through 11. April
- [Introducing the 2020-2021 Student Council](https://hbaeagleeye.com/introducing-the-2020-2021-student-council/) - The 2020-2021 High School Student Council was elected this week. President: Tiffany Hamada ('21)Vice President: Amber Loo ('21)Recording Secretary: Jeremy Oyer ('21)Corresponding Secretary: Lizzie Dennis ('21)Treasurer: Aaron Omon ('22)
- [Earth Day Moments 2020](https://hbaeagleeye.com/earth-day-moments-2020/) - Every year the high School Environmental Club celebrates Earth Week with fun events on campus. Since an in-person celebration isn't possible this year, the club officers wanted to celebrate virtually instead. In partnership with the Eagle Eye, the club is sharing daily Earth Day Moment videos each day this week as a way to reconnect
- [Photo Essay: Celebrating Earth Day 2020](https://hbaeagleeye.com/photo-essay-celebrating-earth-day-2020/) - This year on April 22, most of us in the United States will be celebrating Earth Day at home. The COVID-19 stay-at-home order in Hawaii, which began at the end March, has halted all non-essential activities both indoors and outdoors. As we logged more and more hours staying-at-home, many of us have come to realize
- [Making the Most Out of This Crisis](https://hbaeagleeye.com/making-the-most-out-of-this-crisis/) - No matter where you look, COVID-19 related stories dominate the headlines. The pandemic has taken over media stations, grocery stores, homes, schools, and everyday life. The number of cases and deaths continue to increase and the hardest part for many people is not knowing when this will all come to an end. However, instead of
- [Blog: How My Family is Dealing with Unemployment](https://hbaeagleeye.com/blog-how-my-family-is-dealing-with-unemployment/) - When David Ige issued the stay-at-home order and HBA transitioned to online learning, I suppressed my elation. I finally got to sleep more and spend less time on homework. Despite the boredom and lack of human interaction, self-isolation did not bother me until I learned that my dad needed to file for unemployment insurance. Like
- [Comic: We're Trying](https://hbaeagleeye.com/comic-were-trying/)
- [Video: Workout At Home](https://hbaeagleeye.com/video-workout-at-home/) - You don't need to have gym equipment to work out at home. Senior Timothy Dixon shares a simple routine you can do at home in this video. All you need is some open space to move around and motivation to give it a try.
- [GRRRLTRAVELER: The Girl Behind the GRRR](https://hbaeagleeye.com/grrrltraveler-the-girl-behind-the-grrr/) - When she steps off a long flight, Christine Ka’aloa always feels a sense of excitement about the adventures that lie ahead. Sometimes, this feeling is accompanied by a drop of sweat on the forehead caused by the dense layers of heat of a tropical climate. Other times, she is met by a wall of frigid
- [Comic: Ahh Chutes!](https://hbaeagleeye.com/comic-ahh-chutes/) - School life during this pandemic feels very much like a Chutes and Ladders game.
- [Video: How to Hide the Fact That You Just Got Out of Bed](https://hbaeagleeye.com/video-how-to-hide-the-fact-that-you-just-got-out-of-bed/) - A Fake-It-Till-You-Make-It fashion video by Justin Mayeshiro ('22). This light-hearted and honest video gives students some tips on how to look ready for online classes in the morning. With guest appearances by alum Alyssa Mayeshiro ('20) and Math teacher Aaron Kondo.
- [Five Books to Read While Stuck at Home](https://hbaeagleeye.com/five-books-to-read-while-stuck-at-home/) - For those who constantly find themselves nose deep in their Instagram feeds or who let the hours slip away whilst playing Halo during this stay-at-home order, some good old-fashioned pleasure-reading can offer a welcome respite. In a world where anyone can publish a book and many have, it can be difficult to find quality literature
- [Recipe: Crustless Vegetable Quiche with Cheese](https://hbaeagleeye.com/recipe-crustless-vegetable-quiche-with-cheese/) - During this stay-at-home season, home cooking has brought my family together. I've also discovered that that home-cooked meals can taste good and be healthy so here's a simple recipe quiche recipe that does just that. Ingredients:5 eggs1/2 cup grated extra sharp cheddar cheese1 cup spinach1/4 of a bell pepper (diced)Cherry tomatoes (a handful, sliced)1/2 cup
- [An Introvert's Quarantine Experience](https://hbaeagleeye.com/an-introverts-quarantine-experience/) - During the current quarantine, I’ve seen a number of humorous posts contrasting the attitudes of introverts and extroverts towards the stay-at-home order. The extrovert is depicted as sad and downcast, itching to get outside, while the introvert is perfectly happy to remain in the house. Sometimes, introverts are perceived as the shy, antisocial person who
- [Music Blog: Making the Perfect Playlist](https://hbaeagleeye.com/music-blog-making-the-perfect-playlist/) - Although I’m sure most of us have always loved listening to music, this season of staying-at-home has given us some extra hours to do so. Some people just like to turn on the radio and listen to whatever comes on, but some people (myself included) are picky about what they listen to. I spend a
- [Review: Online School Gadgets](https://hbaeagleeye.com/review-online-school-gadgets/) - In the new world of distance learning, many students have purchased new gadgets to help improve their online school experience. The Eagle Eye asked some students to give us their take on some of these gadgets to see if they are indeed worth buying. We also did some research on whether or not these gadgets
- [Video: Thoughts on the First Day Back](https://hbaeagleeye.com/video-thoughts-on-the-first-day-back/) - On September 24 and 25, middle schoolers and a select group of high schoolers were invited to come on campus to preview the new in-person concurrent school schedule. Here is what they have to say:
- [Contest: Pass the Plastic](https://hbaeagleeye.com/contest-pass-the-plastic/) - The HBA Environmental Club presents the Pass the Plastic Challenge! Recycling is an easy way to take care of and protect the environment—it saves energy, prevents pollution, reduces waste, and it’s something that everyone can do! We hope you'll join us in showcasing your recycling efforts! To participate in the Pass the Plastic Challenge, take a
- [Contest: Pumpkin Carving](https://hbaeagleeye.com/contest-pumpkin-carving/) - In celebration of the fall season, the Eagle Eye is holding a pumpkin carving contest. Put your creativity and knife skills to work by transforming an ordinary pumpkin into a work of art. The top three entries will be decided by the most "likes" on our Instagram feed (@hbaeagleeye) and will win gift cards to
- [Coming: Growing Into New Schedules](https://hbaeagleeye.com/coming-growing-into-new-schedules/) - This year has been characterized by unpredictability and change. As middle and high school students at HBA finally settled into the routine of distance learning, they were challenged to adjust again to a brand new school schedule - the Concurrent Schedule - to allow students to return to in-pesron school for part of the school
- [Video: Athletes Respond to Coronavirus Pandemic](https://hbaeagleeye.com/video-athletes-respond-to-coronavirus-pandemic/) - Senior Sydney Senter is an elite level trampoline gymnast who has been competing in her sport for over a decade. As a six-time U.S. National Team Member, most of Senter's life has been consumed by the demands of competing on both national and international arenas. However, like many individuals, Senter's plans and goals for the
- [Comic: Best 2020 Costumes](https://hbaeagleeye.com/comic-best-2020-costumes/)
- [How to Win at COVID When Everyone Else Seems Set on Losing](https://hbaeagleeye.com/how-to-win-at-covid-when-everyone-else-seems-set-on-losing/) - Recently, I’ve been hearing a lot of people describe 2020 as the “worst year ever.” This is somewhat laughable. Yes, we have experienced the rapid spread of a highly infectious virus, racial unrest often in the form of violent riots, and fractious debate in preparation for a contentious election, but calling 2020 the absolute worst
- [How & Why We Give Gifts](https://hbaeagleeye.com/how-why-we-give-gifts/) - We can’t all be like Santa and have ready-made wishlists on our hands. So what do we do when we have no idea what to get someone? The Eagle Eye spoke to folks at school to get some ideas and many of us have stories to tell about gift receiving and giving. High scool librarian
- [M&M's Library: Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman](https://hbaeagleeye.com/mms-library-eleanor-oliphant-is-completely-fine/) - When I started reading Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine, I didn’t know what to expect. In comparison to other books I have read, this book had the least exposure, which is understandable since this is Honeyman’s first novel. The book begins with an introduction of the story’s protagonist, Eleanor Oliphant. The title is self-explanatory and completely
- [Cartoon: El Variant Vs. Endurance](https://hbaeagleeye.com/cartoon-el-variant-vs-endurance/) - We've entered the third year of the Covid-19 pandemic and it seems that we have finally turned a corner. But many of us can't shake the feeling that another Covid-variant might just dash our hopes again.
- [2022 Boys Basketball Gallery](https://hbaeagleeye.com/2022-boys-basketball-gallery/) - The boys varsity team finished 4th in the state championships this year, the highest placing (also in 2015 and 2008) for the school. Prior to the state championships, they capped off an impressive ILH season and finished on the top of the Division 2 league with a 10-1 record. Photo Gallery - HBA vs Hanalani
- [Comic: Graduation 2022](https://hbaeagleeye.com/comic-graduation-2022/) - There'll be more than just graduation caps being thrown into the air this year.
- [Video: Faithful to the Call](https://hbaeagleeye.com/video-faithful-to-the-call/) - Daniel Shiraishi is a senior who has been in HBA's select choir, Soldiers of Light (SOL), for all four years of high school. This school year, his last in SOL, things took an unexpected turn when the Covid-19 pandemic forced the choir class to be cancelled for the first semester. Though this cancellation ended up
- [Breaking Up With 2020](https://hbaeagleeye.com/breaking-up-with-2020/) - In an effort to move on from 2020—and since we all needed some cathartic relief—Eagle Eye staff said goodbye to 2020 (and hello to 2021) with a song and breakup letters. Here are some highlights. WE ARE NEVER EVER GETTING BACK TOGETHER (2020 Version)(Set to Taylor Swift's We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together)By Cameron
- [Best of 2020](https://hbaeagleeye.com/best-of-2020/) - In January 2020, as we looked forward to a fresh start with the beginning of a new decade, many of us had high hopes. We didn’t expect that the year would be full of surprises, many of them involving cancellations, disruptions, and challenging circumstances. Amidst the global coronavirus pandemic, a divided political scene, and civil
- [Music Blog: Taylor Swift Shifts Genres, Again (Part 1)](https://hbaeagleeye.com/music-blog-taylor-swift-shifts-genres-again-part-1/) - I’ve considered myself a Taylor Swift fan (or a Swiftie, if you want to get technical) for a little over a decade now. Because of this, I’ve listened to all of her tracks dozens (if not hundreds) of times, and I can now say with authority that she has gone from someone who relates to
- [Apollo 2021: Life After HBA](https://hbaeagleeye.com/apollo-2021-life-after-hba/) - There’s T-minus six months until the class of ‘21 leaves for college! As we pack the last of our supplies, don our helmets, and strap ourselves in tight, this crowd of university-bound astronauts anticipates blasting off into an entirely new atmosphere. While we may look forward to hurtling past burning stars and vast galaxies faster
- [Childhood: the Seed for Adulthood](https://hbaeagleeye.com/childhood-the-seed-for-adulthood/) - I fondly remember childhood Easters, prancing around in youthful wonder to collect the colored eggs I had dyed the day before. Carelessness and innocence characterized my existence, lacking the feeling of impending doom instilled by homework; work, responsibilities, and laziness had not taken over my being. As I look back over the years, I see
- [Why I Still Love Cartoons](https://hbaeagleeye.com/why-i-still-love-cartoons/) - Many people around my age—high schoolers and college students—have grown up watching the same cartoons. We share and laugh over similar childhood experiences on social media, reminiscing the good old days when life was simpler. Lately, as I’ve been filling out my college applications, I’ve spent sometime pondering the meaning of life and what I
- [HBA Students Adjust to New Normal](https://hbaeagleeye.com/hba-students-adjust-to-new-normal/) - Hawaii Baptist Academy started its school year fully online on August 10, 2020, and then beginning September 24, the middle and high school transitioned to a concurrent schedule, with students returning to in-person classes two days a week. In this schedule, students are split into two groups that take turns coming on campus for classes.
- [Valentine's Day: A Necessary Holiday](https://hbaeagleeye.com/valentines-day-a-necessary-holiday/) - For many centuries, the month of February has been a special time set aside for love. Today, Valentine's Day, commemorated on February 14, is filled with flamboyant romantic gestures, cheesy comedies, heart-shaped cookies and chocolates, lavish flower arrangements, and everything red, pink, or white. Displays of love are hard to miss at this time of
- [Reconciling 2020 and 2021: Reflections on This Year and the One to Come](https://hbaeagleeye.com/reconciling-2020-and-2021-reflections-on-this-year-and-the-one-to-come/) - If I had to describe 2020 in one word, I would say “change.” This year has felt like a lifetime’s worth of significant events, with a new eye-catching headline each month. In the last twelve months, we’ve experienced a global pandemic, record-setting natural disasters, protests for racial justice, and a divisive presidential election. Actions and
- [M&M's Library - A Book Blog](https://hbaeagleeye.com/mms-library-a-book-blog/) - I’ve always had a love for reading. I fondly remember when I was in elementary school I would spend hours upon hours reading books in my bedroom. From The Magic Treehouse in second grade to Harry Potter in sixth grade, I have truly enjoyed how books helped me escape to fantastical realms and alternate universes.
- [M&M's Library: The Book Thief by Markus Zusak](https://hbaeagleeye.com/mms-library-the-book-thief-by-markus-zusak/) - The Book Thief was raw, real, and left me broken on the floor. Set in Nazi Germany, from 1939 to 1945, The Book Thief tells the story of Liesel Meminger, a girl who was separated from her mother, tortured by the death of her brother, and obsessed with thieving books. When Liesel’s foster parents, the
- [M&M's Library: Atonement By Ian McEwan](https://hbaeagleeye.com/mms-library-atonement/) - It’s the summer of 1935, and thirteen-year-old Briony Tallis causes a calamity that would haunt her for a lifetime. Immature and whimsical, Briony unintentionally transforms her reality and the lives of others into a true Shakespearean tragedy. As the years go on, Briony’s sister Cecilia Tallis and Cecilia’s lover Robbie Turner are forced to live
- [Comic: Turkey Distancing](https://hbaeagleeye.com/comic-turkey-distancing/)
- [School Plans Take Shape with Vaccinations and Contact Tracing](https://hbaeagleeye.com/school-plans-take-shape-with-vaccinations-and-contact-tracing/) - This past year has been a rollercoaster of emotions, but as COVID-19 vaccinations roll out across the world, many feel like there is finally relief in the near future. When the first COVID-19 vaccines were approved by the FDA, the most common questions that arose concerned distribution plans and vaccine safety. Currently, Hawaii is prioritizing
- [Adapting to Pandemic School](https://hbaeagleeye.com/adapting-to-pandemic-school/) - With almost a year of teaching in a pandemic behind them, many teachers have finally settled into new class routines. However, there are some aspects of regular school that cannot be replicated with the concurrent schedule. Some challenges teachers face involve the lack of in-person connection between teachers and students. “I would normally walk around
- [Editorial: What's Your Mission?](https://hbaeagleeye.com/editorial-whats-your-mission/) - I turned in the last of my 17 college applications a couple weeks ago. The moment I clicked that final ‘submit’ button, the weight of the world toppled off my shoulders. Although I still await acceptance (and rejection) letters come March, I can’t help but celebrate the completion of each grade listed on the transcript
- [Gallery: Homecoming Games 2021](https://hbaeagleeye.com/gallery-homecoming-games-2021/) - Even though the ILH season was cancelled for basketball this year, HBA ran a basketball "experience" for its athletes. At the start, the athletes began participating first in individual drills outdoors. Then they were allowed to move into the gym. Then they began drills where they were allowed to share basketballs. In mid February, they
- [Comic: Adulthood](https://hbaeagleeye.com/comic-adulthood/)
- [Comic: The Right Recipe](https://hbaeagleeye.com/comic-the-right-recipe/) - Have you ever felt overwhelmed by social or cultural pressures? Well, this one's for you!
- [Music Blog: Taylor Swift Shifts Genres, Again (Part 2)](https://hbaeagleeye.com/music-blog-taylor-swift-shifts-genres-again-part-2/) - Following the abrupt release of her surprise album, folklore, nobody suspected Taylor Swift to pull a similar stunt just six months later with the release of folklore’s sister album evermore. I certainly wasn’t, but it was not an unwelcome surprise. In fact, I personally enjoyed evermore more than I enjoyed its predecessor, because evermore presents
- [Cross Country: Making the Most of a Modified Season](https://hbaeagleeye.com/cross-country-making-the-most-of-a-modified-season/) - Last spring, ILH directors weren't sure whether or not there would be a competitive cross-country season, but fortunately for the dedicated runners on the HBA team, this past March has brought a handful of modified races. Although runners must wear masks and are only allowed to race with their own team, it seems as though
- [SPIRIT WEEK 2021 IS HERE!](https://hbaeagleeye.com/spirit-week-2021-is-here/) - Spirit Week is going to play out much differently this year than years past. Each class will have their own Spirit Day assembly this week consisting of an assembly in the gym, an advisor water balloon toss, a flag relay race, a donut-on-a-string eating contest, and Kona Ice and pastry snacks to end the day.
- [Eagle Eye Continues Winning Streak](https://hbaeagleeye.com/eagle-eye-continues-winning-streak/) - Last Wednesday, HBA won the Best-in-State in the 53rd Annual Hawaii High School Journalism Awards — for the seventh year in a row. HBA’s Eagle Eye team gathered together in a socially-distanced lunch to watch the awards ceremony virtually, waiting with anticipation until HBA was declared the overall winner over 11 other schools, both private
- [Spirit Week 2021 Results](https://hbaeagleeye.com/spirit-week-2021-results/) - Spirit Week results were announced virtually today by the student council. More details to come later today.⁠ Final standings:⁠1st: Seniors (239 pts)2nd: Sophomore (183 pts)⁠3rd: Juniors (165 pts)⁠4th: 8th grade (130 pts)⁠5th: Freshmen (125 pts)⁠6th: 7th grade (119 pts)⁠
- [HBA Begins Transition to Full-Time In-Person Learning](https://hbaeagleeye.com/hba-begins-transition-to-full-time-in-person-learning/) - This coming August, HBA plans on bringing back all students for in-person classes with only one day of online learning. The school will continue its current safety protocols for students on campus. According to high school principal Marsha Hirae, masks will be required, temperatures will be taken in the mornings, regular hand sanitizing and washing
- [Gallery: Spirit Week 2021](https://hbaeagleeye.com/gallery-spirit-week-2021/) - Spirit Week took place from April 12 to 16 this year in a modified format. Seventh graders through seniors participated in separate grade-wide assemblies during the week, competing for points through events like capture the flag, donut eating, and advisor balloon toss. Here are some pictures from the week. Photographs by Justin Mayeshiro ('22), Brendan
- [Student Council Candidate Speeches](https://hbaeagleeye.com/student-council-candidate-speeches/) - The 2021-2022 Student Council Elections will take place on Monday, May 3 via online voting. Voting forms will be emailed to students. Below are the speeches from the candidates running for office.President: Aaron OmonVice-President: Ryan FukuiCorresponding Secretary: Randie Lueder and Jolie WongRecording Secretary: Caley Chun and Ella LimTreasurer: Timothy Shimizu and Mia Takahashi
- [Introducing the 2021-2022 Student Council](https://hbaeagleeye.com/introducing-the-2021-2022-student-council/) - Students voted for next year's high school student council officers today. Here are the results: Treasurer: Timothy ShimizuRecording Secretary: Ella LimCorresponding Secretary: Jolie WongVice-President: Ryan FukuiPresident: Aaron Omon Watch their election speeches here.
- [We Will Prevail](https://hbaeagleeye.com/we-will-prevail/) - The class of 2021 has experienced a year no other senior class has ever experienced before. Online classes, modified sports seasons, and cancelled events are just a few of the many changes culminating in a very unexpected and often dissappointing year for this year's graduating class. However, many of my classmates have made a concerted
- [Junior-Senior Banquet Takes Place On Campus](https://hbaeagleeye.com/junior-senior-banquet-takes-place-on-campus/) - HBA’s junior-senior banquet, commonly referred to as prom, was not held in a hotel or a resort this year. Instead on April 24, juniors and seniors, dressed in their formal wear, arrived at the high school mall and gym for a banquet unlike any other. Planning this year’s banquet was much more complicated than previous
- [Paddlers Return to Ocean](https://hbaeagleeye.com/paddlers-return-to-ocean/) - It’s been two years since the Pac-5 paddling team launched their boats into the ocean. With COVID-19 surging in 2020, many school sports were cancelled and Pac-5’s paddling team was one of those. Now as the team regathers for a new season, many things have changed. With some paddlers returning from the 2019 season and
- [Returning to In-Person School. Almost.](https://hbaeagleeye.com/returning-to-in-person-school-almost/) - Not since the spring of 2020 had HBA students attended in-person school five days a week. Thus on August 2, as students arrived for the 2021-2022 school year, there was an added sense of newness as the schoool scheduled resumed with a regular in-person school for all students, every day. Last school year was a
- [Halloween: Ways We Celebrate (or Not)](https://hbaeagleeye.com/halloween-ways-we-celebrate-or-not/) - It’s safe to assume that most students at HBA have celebrated Halloween in some fashion, or have at least participated in Fall dress up festivals. Halloween is, after all, one of the stand-out holidays of the year for children, being a time to dress up in fun costumes and get free candy to hoard for
- [Music to My Ears is Not Always Music to Yours](https://hbaeagleeye.com/music-to-my-ears-is-not-always-music-to-yours/) - Music genres are ever evolving, and with greater distribution and access, music listeners now have more variety in what they listen to. With the increased use of music streaming apps, users have millions of songs at their fingertips, from classical symphonies to mumble rap. One of these apps, Spotify, had over 365 million active listeners
- [College Visits: A Glimpse Into the Future](https://hbaeagleeye.com/college-visits-a-glimpse-into-the-future/) - While many high school students look forward to the prospect of college, the process of getting there is nonetheless daunting and stressful. Many students delay researching universities till senior year or feel weighed down by the pressure of the college decision process. When the time comes to make a decision, most students find themselves lost
- [The Enduring Magic of Disney](https://hbaeagleeye.com/the-enduring-magic-of-disney/) - Whether young or old, fans of the Disney kingdom would say that its appeal or "magic" does not get old. According to a The New York Times article, nearly one-third of people who visit Disney resorts are adults who come without children, "a Disney demographic so established that there’s an official name for them: “nonfamily
- [Spirit Week Day One Recap](https://hbaeagleeye.com/spirit-week-day-one-recap-2/) - On the first day back from Winter Break, HBA middle and high school students had the opportunity to enjoy a uniform-free school day. Students could be found in sweats, t-shirts, high socks, and running shoes. This was all a part of HBA's annual Spirit Week 2014. The first day of the activity-packed week included a

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