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Maui Prep's Hale System to Debut at Special Assembly
The Maui Preparatory Academy community will unite for a special, school-wide assembly on Wednesday, August 13, to officially launch the new Hale System.
Students were previously introduced to the four Hales during a weekly Friday assembly and will now be sorted into their respective houses. The Hales will congregate in the four quadrants of the Bozich Center, with Hale seating at weekly assemblies to foster camaraderie as students across divisions gather in their designated sections.
"Having implemented the house system at previous schools, I've seen firsthand how transformative it can be. It goes beyond student engagement, it builds culture," said Head of School Dr. Miguel Solis. "You'll see banners flying, shirts worn with pride, a sense of camaraderie in the air, and a spirit of friendly competition that energizes the entire campus. It's not just a program, it's a movement that brings students, faculty, and families together in ways that foster connection, school spirit, and leadership."
The Hale System is an initiative designed to unite students, families, faculty, and staff across all grade levels. Rooted in Hawaiian values and inspired by the 10 Commitments to Living Aloha, the system aims to foster a sense of unity, belonging, and spirited engagement. Each Hale is led by a Faculty House Leader and supported by one or two Lead Parents. Students are sorted in a way that keeps siblings together, and new members are ceremonially welcomed into their Hales each fall. Throughout the year, Hales compete in friendly challenges, earning points for academic achievement, leadership, participation, and spirit. At the end of the year, the Hale with the highest score is awarded the coveted Hale Cup 🏆.
The Four Hales
Here are the four Hales, with their updated insignias, colors, qualities, and commitments to Living Aloha:
- Hale Golden Torches
- Qualities: Passion, brightness, and vision. Golden Torch members are radiant and determined.
- Insignia: A flame-shaped “G” with a torch-like “T”
- Colors: Gold and Ochre
- Commitments to Living Aloha: ‘Imi Ola (Pursuing Excellence), Kina‘ole (Always Doing the Right Thing), and Ho‘ohanohano (Accepting and Appreciating the Differences in Others).
- Hale Obsidian Mountains
- Qualities: Resilience, clarity, and inner strength. Obsidian Mountains are solid, thoughtful, and reliable.
- Insignia: A mountainous “M” within a sun-like “O”
- Colors: Black and Purple
- Commitments to Living Aloha: Pono (Exemplifying the Highest Moral and Ethical Behavior), Kuleana (Upholding My Responsibilities), and ‘Ike Loa (Embracing Lifelong Learning).
- Hale Sapphire Waves
- Qualities: Intelligence, adaptability, and harmony. Sapphire Waves are dynamic, welcoming, and powerful.
- Insignia: A sapphire droplet shaped like a wave, with a hidden “W”
- Colors: Aqua and Blue
- Commitments to Living Aloha: Lokahi (Working Together to Achieve More), Ho‘omau (Seeking and Appreciating Challenges), and Mālama 'Āina (Promoting Environmental Stewardship).
- Hale Silver Stars
- Qualities: Clarity, intuition, and imagination. Silver Stars are dreamers, thinkers, and guides.
- Insignia: A reflective “S” found in the shimmer of silver
- Colors: Silver and Gray
- Commitments to Living Aloha: Mahalo (Living with Gratitude), ‘Ike Loa (Embracing Lifelong Learning), and Ho‘omau (Seeking and Appreciating Challenges).
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