The LJA Impact newsletter is a publication highlighting the valuable work in which our students and faculty are engaged to positively impact the world. We feature stories that showcase who we are not only in the classroom but beyond it: a learning community that innovates for change and actively nurtures relationships. This newsletter is a production of LJA’s Office of Experiential Education, brought to life in the Fall of 2021 by Experiential Education Intern David Hays (class of 2022) and Impact Programs Manager Avery Filer. The letter is now written by Avery Filer and Ex. Ed. student intern Arwen Revere. Please feel free to contact them should you have any inquiries about the newsletter. Mahalo for your support!
Access all past and upcoming Impact newsletters below. Check back for new articles every other Wednesday.
January 2023 | Wild Kids Guides
Read about a unique opportunity for students to gain skills in leadership, childcare, and outdoorsmanship.
november 2023 | swap shop
Read about the upcoming annual “Swap Shop” event, and sustainability during the holiday season.
November 2023 | Enchanted Forest
Read about the annual “Enchanted Forest” event, and the collaborative efforts of high school and lower school students.
October 2023 | The year ahead
Learn about our recent programs from 3 student journalists.
MARCH 4, 2022 | CELEBRATING OCEAN GUARDIANSHIP
Learn about the journey of LJA becoming a certified Ocean Guardian School.
FEBRUARY 11, 2022 | ONE-MINUTE SPOTLIGHTS
A short read this week for two quick spotlights: (1) an inspiring student effecting change in our community, and (2) the LJA surf team, the latest (re)addition to our Impact programs!
JANUARY 28, 2022 | HĀmĀkua feature
Read up on I-Term updates and learn about some exciting new B-Block options; enjoy a unique look into one of our weekly student-led work days at Hāmākua Marsh Wildlife Sanctuary.
JANUARY 14, 2022 | WELCOME BACK / A NEW YEAR OF IMPACT
Celebrate the new year with reminders for 2022, a thankful nod to our 2021 partners, and a special project led by our high schoolers to support the LJA community.
December 3rd, 2021 | GRATITUDE
In the spirit of gratitude, read a short update on our work at Kawainui; learn how student leader Anika Boyden and alumnus Impact Mentor Mitchell Hashimoto work together to positively impact our community at our Kahanaiki.
NOVEMBER 19, 2021 | E KOMO MAI (INAUGURAL NEWSLETTER)
Keep up with our conservation projects at Kawainui, and learn what the “Food Dudes” are doing to address food security issues in our community. Featured Impact Leader: Avery Filer, Community Impact Program Coordinator.