December HĀ - Total Well-Being

Each month, both the staff and students will be learning about Nā Hopena A‘o (HĀ.)

Nā Hopena A‘o (HĀ) is a Department-wide framework to develop the skills, behaviors and dispositions that are reminiscent of Hawaiʻi’s unique context, and to honor the qualities and values of the indigenous language and culture of Hawaiʻi.

This month we will focus on strengthening our sense of Total Well-Being.

Strengthened Sense of Total Well-Being:  I learn about and practice a healthy lifestyle. A sense of Total Well-being is demonstrated by making choices that improve the mind, body, heart and spirit. I am able to meet the demands of school and life while contributing to the wellbeing of family, ‘āina, community and world.

  1. Feel safe physically and emotionally
  2. Develop self-discipline to make good choices
  3. Manage stress and frustration levels appropriately
  4. Have goals and plans that support healthy habits, fitness and behaviors
  5. Utilize the resources available for wellness in everything and everywhere
  6. Have enough energy to get things done daily
  7. Engage in positive, social interactions and has supportive relationships
  8. Promote wellness in others