52 Hawaii Parent May/June 2026 test measures verbal, quantitative and reading skills. Application requirements vary for each school, so it’s best to speak to an admission counselor if this test is required or not. For more information about SSAT go to ssat.org. 5. What if I miss their application deadline? There are many factors as to why you might have missed the application dead- line. Maybe you only applied to one school and didn’t get accepted, or the financial aid package wasn’t enough, or your family just moved to a new place. Don’t fret, there’s still a way for you to get in. Visit ssat.org, type in your zip code or town, select the semester you’re applying for in the “Open Seat Listing” on the left side of the page, and hit search. It will pull up a list of schools in your area that are still accepting applications, along with contact information. Hawaii Baptist Academy Hawaii Baptist Academy, founded in 1949, is a private Christian school dedicated to providing a strong academic and spiritual foundation. Guided by its motto, “Christ for every nation,” HBA creates a nurturing environment where students are encouraged to grow in faith, character, and academic excellence. With three campuses across Honolulu, the school is intentionally structured to support students at each stage of development. The elementary school (K–6), located at the Richard Bento Campus, focuses on building strong foundational skills in a supportive, community-centered setting. Students then transition to the Dan Kong Campus for middle school (grades 7–8), where programs and facilities are tailored to meet the unique needs of early adolescents. The high school (grades 9–12), located at the Stan Sagert Campus, offers a rigorous college preparatory curriculum with advanced coursework, athletics, and a wide range of extracurricular opportunities. HBA’s modified year-round calendar supports consistent learning and retention throughout the year. Beyond academics, students engage in service learning, leadership opportunities, and campus life experiences that foster responsibility, compassion, and a strong sense of community.
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