Announcements
UPCOMING OPPORTUNITIES
More recent listed at the top, followed by older opportunities .
05.2022 PH General Flyer_Student Recruitment_ACCESSIBLE.pdf9th-11th grade students on Oahu and Hawaii Island are encouraged to apply to this program. Deadline is June 17, 2022. More details can be found HERE.
Culinary Summer Camp for Teens – open for Registration!
Two Teen (Ages 13-18) Culinary camps are open NOW for registration.
Both Culinary Teen Camps are led by Chef Alan Tsuchiyama.
June 13-17, Mon-Fri 8:00 am-12 noon, $515
July 25-29, Mon-Fri 8:00 am-12 noon, $515
Register, or contact Susan Kazama for more information – 808.734.9442
No matter where your students are in their high school career, they can lay the groundwork for an amazing college application. Take this trip with Applerouth - our guest experts will show them how to navigate the college admissions process with confidence.
Class of 2025 | May 11 at 8 PM ET
Class of 2024 | May 18 at 8 PM ET
Class of 2023 | May 25 at 8 PM ET
Medical Diagnosis and Treatment (July 11-15)
This week-long summer program for students currently in grades 10-12 provides an engaging, hands-on learning opportunity for students interested in health professions. It will be in-person at the UH Mānoa John A. Burns School of Medicine in Kaka‘ako. If required by the COVID situation and restrictions at the medical school at the time, this program may change to a hybrid activity with in-person and virtual activities or to an entirely virtual activity.
The program usually includes gross anatomy laboratory demonstrations, clinical skills laboratories, computerized manikin simulations, and simulated patient interactions that enables students to learn how to:
describe the epidemiology, signs and symptoms, pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment of illnesses common in Hawaii.
perform basic clinical skills such as measuring vital signs and listening to the heart and lungs with stethoscopes.
interview and counsel patients.
The deadline to register is June 1st. Two needs-based scholarships are available, and scholarship applications must be received by May 6th. Please go to https://ome.jabsom.hawaii.edu/community-outreach/outreach-college-course/ for more information and links to the program and scholarship applications.
MedicalDiagnosis_FillableForm-2022.pdfscholarship application 2022.pdfscholarship FAQs.pdf
Catholic Colleges Virtual Program
Registration is Open!
Sunday, April 24th, 2022
1:00 to 3:45 p.m. Central Time
Sign up to virtually connect with Catholic colleges and universities from around the country!
During the National CCAA's Catholic Colleges Virtual Program, you will have the chance to learn about many Catholic colleges and universities. You can choose which colleges you want to explore by registering for their sessions. You and your family can ask questions of the college representatives throughout the presentations too!
The program will also include a presentation entitled, "Why Catholic Colleges?", which will cover the value and benefits of Catholic higher education and will feature current Catholic college students sharing their experiences.
Free summer opportunity for students ages 11-17.
Confirmed Colleges So Far
Bushnell University
Central Oregon Community College
Central Washington University
Chemeketa Community College (April 26 only)
Cornish College of the Arts
Eastern Washington University
Evergreen State College
George Fox University
Lewis & Clark College
Linfield University
Northwest University
Oregon Institute of Technology
Oregon Office of Student Access and Completion (OSAC)
Oregon State University
Oregon State University - Cascades
Pacific University Oregon and Linfield University will host our first Spring College Fairs later this month!
Admissions representatives from institutions located all over Oregon and Washington will have a table set-up to meet with high schools students. Chat with the various universities to gather information about the application process, important deadlines and scholarships and more!
Registration Information
We will be using StriveScan for this event! Click on the registration link below and follow directions to set up an account HERE.
The StriveScan event can be found by selecting the event location (state: Oregon) and date (4/25/22 & 4/26/22). The event names are Pacific University Oregon and Linfield University respectively. Once you have registered, a unique barcode will be assigned to you. Make sure to have this barcode on hand during the college fair. Institutions will be scanning your barcode as you connect.
Pacific Lutheran University
Pacific Northwest College of Arts
Pacific University Oregon
Portland Community College
Portland State University
Saint Martin's University
Southern Oregon University
University of Oregon
University of Puget Sound
Washington State University - Pullman Campus
Washington State University - Vancouver
Western Oregon University
Western Washington University
Whitman University
Whitworth University
March 2022 Pacific Summer Transportation Education Program Flyer - Hawaii RBC.docxHawaiʻi high school students in grades 9-12 from all islands are invited to apply for the 2022 Pacific Summer Transportation Education Program (PAC-STEP), hosted by the University of Hawaii at Mānoa College of Engineering. Note: this is a separate program from our 6-week JESSE internship and spots are still available!
Participants will explore the various modes of transportation (land, sea, air, and transit) through a hands-on learning environment. Read more at their webpage: http://www.eng.hawaii.edu/pacstep. Since COVID restrictions have been relaxed significantly, this year it will be an in-person summer camp for 2 weeks in residence at the dorms here at UHM. FHWA will cover the travel and housing costs of all selected participants. This includes RT airfare and housing!
Get excited for the Virtual Tri-University Week, taking place April 4 - 7! All three universities are coming together to ensure you and your family are well informed about the opportunities and resources available to you. As your public universities, we recognize the importance of working together to ensure you find your best college fit.
More information can be found on the Tri-University website and you can register for any and all of the sessions in the schedule of events:
Tri-University Welcome: Understanding Your In-State Options
Monday, April 4
4:00 PM
Monday, April 4
5:00 PM
Monday, April 4
5:00 PM
Paying for College: Understanding Financial Aid & Scholarships
Monday, April 4
6:00 PM
Cómo Financiar su Educación Universitaria
Monday, April 4
6:00 PM
Get Ready: Understanding your high school coursework options
Tuesday, April 5
4:00 PM
Getting Ahead | Tips for 9-11 Graders
Tuesday, April 5
5:00 PM
Parent Session: Supporting Your Student
Tuesday, April 5
6:00 PM
Find Your Passion, Find Your Major
Wednesday, April 6
4:00 PM
Get Ready: Tips and tricks to writing great personal statements and essays
Wednesday, April 6
5:00 PM
Get Ready: What to expect as the first in your family to go to college
Wednesday, April 6
6:00 PM
Get Ready: Making the most of your college visits and college fairs
Thursday, April 7
4:00 PM
Thursday, April 7
5:00 PM
Paying for College: Understanding Financial Aid & Scholarships
Thursday, April 7
6:00 PM
All of the sessions are hosted through Zoom, which should be accessible via computer, tablet and smart device
Are you thinking of a career as a coder, game developer, designer, or robotics engineer? Then start with the experience of a world-class program like the Naval Academy's Summer STEM Program!
The Summer STEM program involves a vibrant week of problem-solving, exploratory learning, critical thinking, and team building for rising 9th-11th graders interested in a future in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math.
You'll work with students from all over the country as you test your problem-solving, creativity, and collaboration skills.
Use the link below to learn more about the program and apply by no later than March 31, 2022!
https://www.usna.edu/Admissions/Programs/STEM.php#fndtn-panel1-Attending
Big Read Hawaiʻi is a month-long virtual celebration of poetry, art, and storytelling funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA). Kapiʻolani Community College has a lineup of poets, artists, and authors to talk stories with high school and college students. You may register individually or as a class at:
http://go.hawaii.edu/V5B Thu 3/10, 6:30-7:00pm Performance by Kealoha, Hawaiʻi Poet Laureate and slam legend.
http://go.hawaii.edu/q5V Thu 3/10, 7:00-8:pm Kealoha will workshop with you to write your own slam.
http://go.hawaii.edu/E5V Sat 3/12, 12:00-1:00pm Solomon Enos will share 40+ artworks from the genre of Hawaiian Science Fiction.
http://go.hawaii.edu/C5V Sat 3/12, 7:-8:45pm Connie Florez will screen Waikiki The Film and discuss her role as producer. Note: Contains domestic violence.
http://go.hawaii.edu/t5V Thur, April 14, 9:30-10:30am Caren Loebel-Fried will share her block printing techniques and how her conservation efforts influence her art.
http://go.hawaii.edu/xAF Fri, April 22, 7:00-8:00pm Krista Hista's Earth Day writing workshop
Please join us for an online information session from five premier liberal arts colleges in Oregon and Washington.
About the Northwest 5
The Northwest 5 Colleges Consortium comprises five premier liberal arts colleges in Oregon and Washington:
Lewis & Clark College – Portland, OR
Reed College – Portland, OR
University of Puget Sound – Tacoma, WA
Whitman College – Walla Walla, WA
Willamette University – Salem, OR
While each campus is distinctive, we share some common attributes. Each is a member of Phi Beta Kappa. Each is largely residential. Each is small by design, allowing for close interaction between students and faculty. And each offers you outstanding academic and cocurricular opportunities.
Flyer_Junior_Jumpstart22.pdfAttached please find the flyer for a list of Junior JumpStart Webinar presentations to jump start your college planning support for the Class of 2023 and your underclassmen students, parents, and families. It's never too early to start planning for college. All webinars are conducted via Zoom and free of charge, registration is open and available now at: Register Here.
February 28 – Monday at 6:30 pm: College Planning 101: What goes into choosing your “Safety,” “Target,” and “Dream,” college or university? Hear from the experts in college counseling to personalize your plan and identify the factors that students and parents need to consider in making the right decision in your higher education journey. Whether you are a high school freshman, sophomore, or junior, learn the steps that you can take right now to be better prepared for the college dream.
March 01 – Tuesday at 6:30 pm: UH Community College System: The University of Hawaii Community College System remains the most affordable, accessible, and attainable option for college in Hawaii. With seven (7) campuses in your community statewide, discovering your future may be just around the corner from your home. Whether pursuing a college degree, a certification, or a short-term, vocational industry credential, the UHCC System has a program pathway that can fit your schedule and your needs. Meet with campus representatives to learn about campus programs and initiatives that make each CC campus a unique and special, educational experience.
March 02 – Wednesday at 6:30 pm: How to Pay for College with Grants, Scholarships and Financial Aid: Paying for college remains the most daunting barrier for families to access higher education while adequate financial aid remains an indicative variable of student success for students in higher education. Today, applying for financial aid has never been easier. Hear from financial aid experts on the strategies to help your family afford college and identify different sources of funding to pay for college. As tuition and costs of attendance continues to rise so should your knowledge about the financial aid process in accessing over $150 billion dollars available to students each year.
March 03 – Thursday at 6:30 pm: The Four-Year Universities of Hawaii: Students have choices when it comes to choosing the right university from across the country. A quality, first-rate college education is accessible right here in Hawaii. Whether you choose one of three University of Hawaii campuses at Manoa, Hilo, or West Oahu or you decide to explore what a private college education looks like at Hawaii Pacific University or Chaminade University, the State of Hawaii has many viable options for a four-year degree program. Learn about each university from the representatives themselves in plenary presentation and then, breakout in smaller, more informative program sessions where you can get your questions answered and gain helpful hints on applying.
Dual Credit - Running Start Program
Running Start is a Statewide program that provides an opportunity for academically qualified juniors and seniors to enroll in college classes through the University of Hawaiʻi system as part of their high school coursework. This unique partnership between the Hawaiʻi State Department of Education and the University of Hawaiʻi System allows public high school students to attend college classes during the fall, spring, and summer while earning both high school and college credits.
Deadline to submit Summer/Fall 2022 applications:
UH West Oahu: February 25, 2022
All other campuses: April 1, 2022
New Students: Contact Mrs Nakasone to schedule an appointment.
Continuing Students: Submit the Running Start application to Mrs Nakasone.
APPLICATIONS:
Click here: Running Start Website
Then click on “How to Apply”.
Email completed and signed applications to msnakasone@ethompson.org or fax to 808-697-6761.
TUITION: Students and parents are responsible for all tuition, fees, books, etc.
GEAR UP Scholarship: Free or Reduced Lunch, SNAP or TANF status may qualify you for a scholarship.
GEAR UP Scholarship Application Deadlines:
Summer Semester - April 1, 2022
Fall Semester - April 22, 2022
GEAR UP Running Start Scholarships are available for public high school students who are economically disadvantaged, taking a Running Start course, and are U.S. citizens or resident aliens (i.e., U.S. permanent residents). If you would like to be considered for the GEAR UP Running Start Scholarship, you are giving us permission to verify your socio-economic status through the Hawai`i State Department of Education.
To apply for a GEAR UP Running Start Scholarship, students need to complete a Running Start application online and check the box “Yes” to “I meet all of the(se) eligibility requirements and would like to be considered for a GEAR UP Running Start Scholarship.”
Running Start applications must be submitted online by the deadline for each term to be considered for a scholarship.
For more information about the Dual Credit Running Start Program check out the website at: www.hawaii.edu/dualcredit
20220301 PMC, Private Dialogue Sessions.pdf35th Peer Mediation Conference "Exploring the Peer Mediator Experience." With your support, we look forward to a successful conference. There are two parts to the conference that are completely free. More information is below and the fliers are attached. Thank you for sharing the information with your community.
"Private Dialogue Sessions"
All students in Hawaii high schools are welcome to participate.
Join us for intentional private facilitated dialogues via a peer mediation lens as it relates to mental health, bullying, and relationships.
Tuesday, March 1 at 10:30 am - 11:30 am "Mental Health"
Tuesday, March 8 at 10:30 am - 11:30 am "Bullying"
Tuesday, March 22 at 10:30 am - 11:30 am "Relationships"
Let us know if other dates/times work for you to have these sessions.
Register at https://bit.ly/3z8QmkI.
For inquiries, contact us at uhip@hawaii.edu
flyer-2022-health-careers-summer-internship.pdfInterested in a 6-week, paid internship program designed to provide current high school juniors and seniors, and college students with the opportunity to learn more about hospital systems, interact with experienced health care professionals, and explore a variety of different professions in health care?
Complete the Hawaiʻi Pacific Health 2022 Health Careers Summer Internship Program application. Please allow time to complete this application.
Application deadline: February 28, 2022 at noon
Internship duration: June 20 – July 29, 2022
The 2022 AgDiscovery Application is now open: www.aphis.usda.gov/agdiscovery!
For those who are not familiar, AgDiscovery is a joint program between several universities throughout the nation and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). It gives high school and middle school aged students the opportunity to participate in a free, 2-4 week summer program where students learn about careers in agriculture, agribusiness, and animal and plant science from professionals in the field. We are lucky to have a local Hawai’i AgDiscovery Program with the University of Hawai’i at Mānoa, held this summer July 10-23, 2022. Ten high school aged students in grades 9, 10, and 11 will be selected to participate. Please encourage your students to apply and complete their applications well before the deadline of March 31, 2022 (midnight Eastern Time). All applications for the 2022 AgDiscovery must be submitted online. Attached you will find helpful documents for students interested in applying: a brochure with details about AgDiscovery 2022, flyers for the AgDiscovery Program and our local Hawai'i AgDiscovery Program, and tips for applying to the Hawai'i AgDiscovery Program. Review the application HERE.
Additionally, for students who wish to learn skills in application writing, the University of Hawai’i will be hosting an AgDiscovery Application Workshop, Saturday March 5, 2022. Please contact Kristin Matsumoto with the University of Hawai’i for more information and details on how to register: (808) 956-2160, khalbert@hawaii.edu.
agdiscovery-flyer 2022.pdfHawaii AgDiscovery 2022 Flyer.pdfbrochure-agdiscovery 2022.pdfFlyer_FinancialAidWorkshops_02-1.pdfHaven't completed the FAFSA yet? Please attend a FREE VIRTUAL webinar that will walk you through the process. Held every Tuesday and Thursdays, beginning January 11 through April 7, from 6pm-7:30pm. Registration details are in the brochure.
Hawaii AgDiscovery 2022.pdf
The University of Hawaii's College of Engineering is hosting two virtual Talk Story Sessions, during which the Dean and other key staff will talk and answer questions about the college and its programs. These sessions are aimed towards prospective students and their families interested in learning more about the College of Engineering. The session dates are as follows:
Session 1: Thursday, 12/2, 7pm-8pm (click here to register for Session 1)
Session 2: Sunday, 12/5, 9am-10am (click here to register for Session 2)
We are in-person for the summer of 2022, and our application is open!
For over 100 years, Carnegie Mellon has offered students unique and hands-on educational programs from the fine arts to technology and everything in between. Through Carnegie Mellon's Pre-College Programs, rising juniors and seniors in high school have the opportunity to experience a world-class education on a beautiful, vibrant college campus. Our programs prepare them for their upcoming college experience, help them narrow their career focus, and build critical knowledge and skills.
Pre-College Programs* - Summer of 2022
Architecture: Introduces design practice, creative problem solving, and critical thinking through a matrix of programming, celebrating curiosity and providing a strong foundation for architectural education. (4- and 6-week program options)
Art: Uses both traditional tools and cutting-edge technologies to explore creative ideas in a college-level studio environment. Students develop both conceptual and technical skills preparing them for a wide range of opportunities in both art studies and careers. (3- and 6-week program options)
Computational Biology: Provides extensive training in both cutting-edge laboratory experiments to generate biological data and the computational analysis of that data. Uses real-world scenarios for exploration. (3-week program)
Design: Introduces students to the discipline of Design, provides a foundation of skills, and gives a clear idea of what to expect from a college-level accredited program. (6-week program)
Drama: Prepares students for the college audition and interview process, illustrating the kind of creativity and discipline required of students studying a Bachelor of Fine Arts Drama curriculum. Students you will be introduced to the intensity of a top-rated undergraduate conservatory experience. (6-week program)
Music: Immerses high school students in a world-class conservatory experience within an internationally recognized university. The program mirrors the first weeks of Carnegie Mellon’s first-year undergraduate School of Music curriculum. (3- and 6-week program options)
National High School Game Academy: Allows high school students to experience modern video game development using industry-standard technology. Students interested in art, music and audio, game design, and software development are encouraged to apply for this interdisciplinary program. (6-week program)
Summer Session: Provides high school students with the opportunity to take summer courses offered by Carnegie Mellon. Students earn college credit while working in an academic setting that mirrors the supportive, rigorous environment of the first year of college. (6-week program)
Writing & Culture: Students explore film, art, and culture through historical and contemporary lenses. Students learn to think critically, express thoughts creatively, and write effectively for college and beyond. (6-week program)
*Limited scholarships available for programs above.
No-Cost Pre-College Programs - Summer of 2022
AI4All @ Carnegie Mellon: Provides opportunities for students who have been historically excluded in STEM to study artificial intelligence with full-time faculty, staff, and researchers who are leaders in the field. (3-week program)
Computer Science Scholars: Provides students who have historically been excluded in the field of computer science an opportunity to explore the field of computer science with full-time faculty, staff and researchers who are leaders in the field. (4-week program)
Summer Academy for Math and Science: Allows students from underrepresented communities to develop a deeper understanding of STEM via traditional classroom instruction, hands-on projects, and sustained engagement with world-renowned faculty and skilled staff mentors. (rising seniors only, 6-week program)
To learn more about our programs, please register for one of our information sessions or contact us with questions.
Please share these opportunities and our online application with your students and families!
You can find more information and the application here: https://www.kupuhawaii.org/hycc-summer/ or join us at our Q&A session this Thursday, January 27th at 3PM HST or next Tuesday, February 1st at 5PM HST. Upon registering through the respective links, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Applications are due February 25, 2022
Kupu is seeking individuals to participate in their upcoming Hawai‘i Youth Conservation Corps. If you or someone you know, is passionate about learning how to improve and preserve Hawai‘i’s natural resources and cultural landscape and want to make a difference to the community, then consider applying to our upcoming summer cohort.
The Hawai‘i Youth Conservation Corps Summer Program offers an intensive hands-on experience into the world of conservation. This year Kupu is inviting applicants to apply on Kauaʻi, Molokaʻi, Oʻahu, Maui, and Hawaiʻi Island.
Program Duration: June 7th - July 22rd
Application Deadline: February 25th
If selected, participants are partnered within a team of 5-7 other like minded individuals which serve alongside one another for the duration of the 7-weeks. Each week they will get to explore and serve within a different partner site, bringing with it new adventures, challenges, learnings and opportunities for personal growth. Participants will get to learn about a variety of ecosystems, natural resource management techniques and cultural practices unique to Hawai‘i all while giving back through service. One week they might be chest deep sifting through a loʻi, then the next they might be on the side of a mountain restoring the native watershed.
There are two ways to participate, either as a Team Member or Team Leader. Members are typically between the ages of 17 - 22, don't necessarily need any prior environmental experience, instead the ideal applicant is someone with a positive attitude, curious about nature, interested in learning, and has a desire to strengthen their community through service.
In addition to the First Aid & CPR certification, members receive a $500 monetary stipend, and $1,311 AmeriCorps Education Award (similar to a scholarship), gain valuable experiential environmental education, build close relationships with their peers and will further develop their own personal skills in the areas of leadership, organization, team work, and decision-making. These skills will be relevant no matter the career they choose to pursue, and will instill an appreciation for the land and what it provides.
The Team Leaders don’t mind extra responsibility. They are the backbone for the team, responsible for assisting, coordinating and inspiring the members each day. Ideally, the leaders are 21+ years and older, have experience in leading groups and have knowledge pertaining to unique Hawaiʻi native plants, and customs. They play an integral role in the success of the program and forming the experience the members have. As a result, their benefits are different from the members, they will receive a $12.50 hourly wage rate with fringe benefits, plus overtime.
This experience is a unique opportunity to grow, spend a summer outdoors learning and building relationships, and an opportunity to positively impact both the community and environment. If you have any questions check out our Frequently Asked Questions, or feel free to contact the team via email: hyccsummer@kupuhawaii.org or by phone: (808) 735-1221 x2001. If you think that this is something someone you know would benefit from, please share this and encourage them to contact us.
Reframe the way you look at the world
Designed for high school students interested in pursuing art and design in college, join RISD’s online intensive for changemakers to develop your art practice, learn new ways to collaborate and create a future you’re excited about.
Save 10% on Advanced Program Online class tuition if you register by December 1, 2021. Discount can be used for multiple class purchases, including enrollment for the entire certificate program. Use code 22EARLYBIRD at checkout.
Spring 2022
March 5–May 29 (2 sessions)
Summer 2022
June 21–Aug 14 (2 sessions)
Visit HERE for details
Pre-College isn’t just an education—it’s an experience
This summer, live like a RISD student and work alongside hundreds of other creative, highly motivated students who will inspire you to push your limits and produce your best work.
Complete and submit your Pre-College application by December 1, 2021, and attend the program, to receive a full refund on your application fee and $100 in RISD Bucks upon your arrival to campus.
June 25–Aug 5, 2022
Learn more HERE
Copy of Apprenticsehip Week 2021_Flyer_11.3.2021.pdfThe Hawaii Department of Labor and Industrial Relations Workforce Development Division reached out to Hawaii State DOE today and requested that we share this information with our high school counselors. They are offering virtual workshops that will highlight multiple Registered Apprenticeship Programs (RAP) from different industry sectors during Hawaii Apprenticeship Week November 15-21, 2021. Participants will learn about how to become an apprentice, the benefits of the programs, and how to establish a RAP. The target audience members are the people who provide career counseling and advising to high school seniors and young adults as well as industry and education partners who are interested in creating RAPs. Young adults and high school students interested in apprenticeship programs are also welcome to attend.
Register HERE.
UH Manoa Dental Hygiene HS Direct Entry Open House Nov 2021 Invitation - Full Page.pdfThe University of Hawaii at Manoa Nancy Atmospera Walch School of Nursing is pleased to offer a virtual "open house" for high school students with a strong interest in the direct entry programs for nursing or dental hygiene at UH Manoa.
This semester's event will be held on November 6, 2021. Please see the following separate flyers for nursing and dental hygiene.
UH Manoa Nursing HS Direct Entry Open House November 2021 - Full Page Invitation.pdf
You're invited to Virtual Preview Days starting on Tuesday, Oct. 19!
It all starts with a student-led panel that will give you an inside look into our Learn by Doing philosophy and what life is like for our students. From there, you can pick and choose which of our six colleges you want to learn more about by attending our college-specific presentations.
So mark your calendar, register (for the general and academic college sessions), and remember that we are here to help. Don't hesitate to contact us with questions
To register for one of the three informational sessions visit: https://nhea.net
Program Requirements:
Be a Hawaii high-school student (all Hawaii island students are encouraged to apply)
Commit to participate in all monthly events from October 2021 to June 2022 (exact dates to TBA)
Have an interest in working with UHM, CTAHR students, or an interest in STEM and/or agricultural fields in the following disciplines: Food Science and Human Nutrition, Natural Resources, and Animal Sciences.
The University of Hawaii, Manoa, is currently accepting mentee applications for its 2nd annual cohort for the virtual Grow with Us Mentoring Program. High School Counselors and Teachers, please share this information with your teachers and students.
Program Description:
The Grow with Us Mentoring Hawaiʻi high school mentees are grouped based on interest areas and then placed on a team of 4 high school mentees and one collegiate or professional mentor. Mentees receive weekly one-on-one mentoring, monthly small group mentoring, and supplementary large group activities. For the 2021-2022 school year, our program has been adapted to be conducted virtually, using a distance learning approach. Our program is free for participants and we are accepting mentees on a rolling basis until all the spots have been filled..
Students will work with UHM, CTAHR undergraduate or graduate student mentors to:
Develop their college-, career-readiness, and interpersonal skills
Explore careers in STEM and/or agricultural fields in the following disciplines: Food
Science and Human Nutrition, Natural Resources, and Animal Sciences
Participate in community services and projects in Food Science and Human Nutrition, Natural Resources, and Animal Sciences
All students will be sent monthly mentoring packets
After the mentoring program, students will be provided with a Grow with Us Mentoring Program completion certificate (to be used for their college or scholarship applications)
Honolulu Community College is hosting a variety of Virtual Program Tours this fall semester, and the next one is next week! If you’re interested in liberal arts (ex: Hawaiian Studies, Natural Sciences, etc.), fire fighting, computing, security, and networking technologies, or early childhood education, check out our Liberal Arts & Human Services Tour.
Liberal Arts & Human Services Tour
Thursday, 10/7 from 3-4pm
For our full list of tours this semester, please see this flyer.
Kapiʻolani Community College is excited to host their first ever VIrtual Open House.
tinyurl.com/kapccvirtualopenhouse
The link above will take you to their Virtual Open House that is happening on October 22nd and 29th, 9:00am to noon. This is free and open to the public therefore we humbly ask that you share with friends, families, and of course, students.
The Virtual Open House schedule is flexible so participants are welcome to attend one session or all of it. Simply find the Session (or Sessions) of interest and log right in by clicking on the Zoom links. Unfortunately these Sessions will not be recorded.
This event will be conducted at 6am Hawaii Time on Tuesday, September 28.
To register go to: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_TXey8_1jSeCDcHIz9K1bGg
College Essay Guy Virtual College Fair
Wednesday, October 6th
3pm - 6:45pm PDT (12:00pm - 3:45pm Hawaii Time)
Connect with over 65 colleges and universities from around the world
Join me in the opening session as I share How to Develop a Preliminary College List in Under an Hour
6x6 format: 6 schools present for 6 minutes each (super efficient way of getting to know many colleges/universities)
Check out the schedule and list of colleges, and register now!
Show up at 3pm PT to catch my opening session How to Develop a Preliminary College List in Under an Hour. It’ll be an interactive session in which you can actually develop an initial college list—or refine the list you’ve already started—in less than 60 minutes. For real.
U.S. Merchant Marine Academy
Do you have students interested in attending a service academy? Please share this information session for those interested in the United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA), one of the five federal service academies that include West Point, Annapolis, Air Force, and Coast Guard academies. The admissions process and academic requirements are unique for service academies and this session is open to all high school students and college counselors.
Date: Sept. 28, 2021
Time: 6:30 p.m. ET
Who: All interested students and school counselors
What: Virtual question and answer session with some of our outstanding Midshipmen. This will be the perfect opportunity to learn about the admissions process and what it’s really like to attend USMMA.
To register for the session, please use the following link: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEpcOytqDksH9TFhXtxZ-QVZeNUK0TiEI4R
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Federal Service Academies are not for everyone but we encourage those students looking to serve their country and accept a demanding academic schedule to apply. Like all federal service academies, there is no application fee for USMMA.
Our rigorous four-year academic program is highlighted by the Academy’s Sea Year experience. Through this unique program, every student gains real-world leadership experience working aboard commercial ships sailing to ports around the world during three academic terms. Our students pursue a degree in one of five majors offered through two Academic Departments: Marine Engineering and Marine Transportation. Students receive full tuition, room and board, and books at no cost.
Graduates of the United States Merchant Marine Academy earn a Bachelor of Science degree, a U.S. Coast Guard license, and a commission in the United States Armed Forces. Our graduates have an option to work as ship’s officers in the United States maritime industry or serve as commissioned officers on active duty in any branch of service.
More information about the Academy can be found here.
Area Admissions Officers are as follows:
West Admissions (AK, AZ, CA, CO, HI, ID, MN, MT, ND, NE, NM, NV, OR, SD, UT, WA, WY) and Diversity:
CDR Keith Watson - watsonk@usmma.edu
Running Start Program - Spring 2022 Announcement
Dual Credit - Running Start Program
Running Start is a Statewide program that provides an opportunity for academically qualified juniors and seniors to enroll in college classes through the University of Hawaiʻi system as part of their high school coursework. This unique partnership between the Hawaiʻi State Department of Education and the University of Hawaiʻi System allows public high school students to attend college classes during the fall, spring, and summer while earning both high school and college credits.
Deadline to submit Spring 2022 applications:
For UH West Oahu: Sept 28, 2021
For Kapiolani Community College: October 8, 2021
All other campuses: October 22, 2021
New Students: Contact Mrs Nakasone to schedule an appointment.
Continuing Students: Submit the Running Start application to Mrs Nakasone.
Applications can be emailed to msnakasone@ethompson.org or fax to 808-697-6761.
GEAR UP Scholarship: FREE/Reduce Lunch status may qualify you for a scholarship.
Scholarship Application Deadline:
Spring Semester - October 22, 2021
Summer Semester - April 1, 2022
Fall Semester - April 22, 2022
To apply for a GEAR UP Running Start Scholarship, students need to complete a Running Start application online and select the “Economically Disadvantaged” box on the application. Running Start applications must be submitted online by the deadline for each term to be considered for a scholarship.
For more information about the Dual Credit Running Start Program check out the website at: www.hawaii.edu/dualcredit
Our line up of webinars include:
September 20 - College 101: Why college is important and how it can help you get a jumpstart on life and connect you to a meaningful career.
September 21 - Finding Scholarships: How to access over $70 million dollars in scholarships and grants that are awarded to students like you each year to help pay for college, regardless of your family income.
September 22 - How to Pay for College: Tips on how to get access to over $150 billion in grants, loans, and work-study funds from the federal government to help pay for college and tips on filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid or FAFSA which opens on October 1.
September 23 - 2 Year vs. 4 Year: What's the difference between a 2-Year College and 4-Year University and which is the best fit for you.
Register below:
September 20 - College 101 - REGISTER HERE
September 21 - Finding Scholarships - REGISTER HERE
September 22 - How to Pay for College - REGISTER HERE
September 23 - 2-Year College vs. 4-Year University - REGISTER HERE
Coast Guard Recruiting Virtual Career Day Presentation
This is a friendly reminder that we are a little less than a month away from our Coast Guard Recruiting virtual career day via zoom. The attached flyer includes the meeting information such as meeting ID and passcode. The presentation for the virtual career day will be geared towards students and young adults who may be considering enlistment options in the Coast Guard. Our Local Coast Guard Recruiters will provide basic information about the Coast Guards roles, missions, available opportunities and enlistment eligibility. We ask that you please encourage attendance especially if you’re not physically located in Guam or on the Island of Oahu in Hawaii. This will give those students and young adults an opportunity to interact with an actual local Recruiter. Although the presentation will be tailored for students and young adults, you are all more than welcome to join the career day as well. If you know of anyone else who might find value in receiving information about our career day and have not received this email please feel free to forward the information along to them.
Since we are all located in various locations throughout the pacific, below is a breakdown of the times of each meeting session per time zone:
Hawaii Time Zone:
October 5, 2021 (10:00 am & 2:00 pm)
Curious about what sets the Sister Colleges apart? Wondering how to start the conversation with students you think might be a fit for a women's college? Then join us for a panel and learn what defines the Sisters. A legacy of empowerment. An abiding commitment to access and equity. A rigorous, interdisciplinary academic experience in a community of inspired learners. And rich campus opportunities — internships, research, leadership growth, career prep and social life — that prepare our students to launch.
The deans and directors of admission invite you to one of our joint, virtual sessions:
Tuesday, September 14, 7:30-8:45 pm EDT (-4 GMT)
Saturday, September 18, 1:00-2:15 pm EDT (-4 GMT)
While these sessions are designed for prospective students and families — we encourage you to share our invite! — it's also a great primer for counselors less familiar with the Sister Colleges.
Register at wellesley.edu/admission/sisters.
Honolulu Community College will be offering a variety of Virtual Tours this semester to showcase our many programs at Honolulu Community College! If you are interested, please complete this form to sign up for a tour: https://forms.gle/wrgA3i64R7yHTBm46. After you complete the form, we’ll send you the Zoom info shortly after.
HYSC Readiness Workshops Flyers (1).pdfWho can apply?
9th - 12th grade students across Hawaiʻi
What do students receive?
Funding for supplies, materials, and more! (up to $1,000) Mentorship Training
Ways to participate
Student-Identified Challenges:
Identify a conservation or sustainability problem in your school or community and propose a solution
Community Partnership:
Come up with a solution to an environmental challenge facing one of our local community partners - the list and accompanying videos are on our website
Improve Your Chances!
Register for our HYSC Readiness Workshops (more information below)!
Important Dates to know:
The deadline to apply is October 8th.
Project Implementation is between December 2021 to May 2022
How to apply?
Applications are available online via Google Forms here.
Visit the HYSC website at www.hawaiiyouthsustainabilitychallenge.org for more information about the HYSC Readiness Workshops and how to apply including our Application Guide, FAQs, list of community partner challenges, and to learn about what projects have been completed by previous cohorts.
Hawai‘i P-20 is once again hosting virtual statewide webinars this Fall to help students and families through the college planning and financial aid process.
Statewide Financial Aid Information Nights (August 18 – October 13):Together with the Pacific Financial Aid Association (PacFAA), these webinars will provide students and families information about how to pay for college and complete the FAFSA. These weekly Wednesday night sessions will be held through mid-October. Register for upcoming sessions here.
Statewide Scholarship Workshops (September 9, 21): Hawai‘i Community Foundation, UH Foundation and Sallie Mae will present on how to access over $70 million dollars in scholarships and grants that are awarded to Hawai‘i students each year to help pay for college, regardless of their family income. Register for upcoming sessions here.
College 101 Workshop (September 20): This webinar will focus on the importance of college and how it can help give students a get a jumpstart on life and connect them to a meaningful career. Register here.
2-Year Colleges vs. 4-Year Universities (September 21): This webinar will help students learn the difference between a 2-year Community College and a 4-Year University and which option might be best for them. Register here.
Throughout the Fall semester, Hawai‘i P-20 will also kick off its College Application Season and partner with high schools and the UH campuses to provide college application support to seniors as they navigate their college planning journey. Virtual events will be held starting on October 20. For more information please contact Gus Cobb Adams at gusca@hawaii.edu.
The Colorado Consortium has teamed up and organized a webinar for your students to learn more about all the options they have in Colorado! We have 17 colleges and universities from across the state coming together to provide resources to your students.
This will be a great opportunity for your students to engage with a large number of universities in one evening! Throughout this 1.5 hour program, we will:
Cover the basics about why students love coming to school in Colorado
Have brief presentations from each of or 17 institutions
Host a 30 minute mini-fair for students to learn more about each institution
Date: Wednesday, September 8th
Time: 7:00pm – 8:30pm MT
Colleges & Universities in attendance:
Adams State University
Colorado Christian University
Colorado College
Colorado Mesa University
Colorado Mountain College
Colorado School of Mines
Colorado State University Fort Collins
Colorado State University Pueblo
Fort Lewis College
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Regis University
University of Colorado Boulder
University of Colorado Colorado Springs
University of Colorado Denver
University of Denver
University of Northern Colorado
Western Colorado University
Come join us and 20 Canadian universities on Saturday 2nd October - using Airmeet, students can have live conversations with admissions representatives from the best Canadian universities and colleges. Register via this link.
Attending universities:
Bishop's University
Carleton University
Carleton University
Concordia
Huron University
Langara College
McGill University
Mohawk College
Mount Allison University
Queen's University
Ryerson University
University of Alberta
University of British Columbia
University of Calgary
University of Guelph
University of Toronto
University of Waterloo
York University
For over 140 years, the Department of Viticulture and Enology at UC Davis has been driving innovation and training students which together have led to the success of California’s wine industry, and more generally the global industry.
On September 8th from 3-6 pm, the Department of Viticulture and Enology at UC Davis will be hosting a virtual open house for prospective undergraduate and graduate students, guidance counselors, faculty, parents, and others interested in our programs. More information about the event can be found in the link below, the attached flyer, and the email beneath this message.
Virtual Informational Session for ONLY MBTA Families
Jeff Vilardi is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: Information Session - Myron B. Thompson
Time: Sep 7, 2021 05:00 PM Hawaii
Join from PC, Mac, iOS or Android: https://gcu.zoom.us/j/98553887992
Or join by phone:
+1 669 900 9128 or +1 253 215 8782 US Toll
Meeting ID: 985 5388 7992
International numbers available: https://gcu.zoom.us/u/ac3G9kXXL5
Should you require assistance using this technology, please call Zoom
at (888) 799-9666 Ext. 2 from 6AM to 5PM PST, Monday through Friday.
U.S. Merchant Marine Academy
Alumni Association and Foundation
I want to inform you about a virtual admissions Q&A session for students interested in attending the United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA), one of the five federal service academies that include West Point, Annapolis, Air Force, and Coast Guard academies.
Date: August 31, 2021
Time: 6 p.m. ET
Who: All interested students and guidance counselors
What: Virtual question and answer session with some of our outstanding Midshipmen. This will be the perfect opportunity to learn about the admissions process and what it’s really like to attend USMMA.
To register for the session, please use the following link: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAscOqtrTMuHtLSOJygP9rbEUjJ8NU4PuGh
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Federal Service Academies are not for everyone but we encourage those students looking to serve their country and accept a demanding academic schedule to apply. Like all federal service academies, there is no application fee for USMMA.
Our rigorous four-year academic program is highlighted by the Academy’s Sea Year experience. Through this unique program, every student gains real-world leadership experience working aboard commercial ships sailing to ports around the world during three academic terms. Our students pursue a degree in one of five majors offered through two Academic Departments: Marine Engineering and Marine Transportation. Students receive full tuition, room and board, and books at no cost.
Graduates of the United States Merchant Marine Academy earn a Bachelor of Science degree, a U.S. Coast Guard license, and a commission in the United States Armed Forces. Our graduates have an option to work as ship’s officers in the United States maritime industry or serve as commissioned officers on active duty in any branch of service.
More information about the Academy can be found here.
Area Admissions Officers are as follows:
Northeast Admissions (CT, DE, NH, MA, ME, NJ, NY, PA, RI, VT):
LCDR Joe Becker - beckerj@usmma.edu
Midwest Admissions (AR, IA, IN, IL, KS, KY, MI, MO, OH, OK, TN, TX, WI, WV):
LCDR Tina Schoggers - schoggerst@usmma.edu
West Admissions (AK, AZ, CA, CO, HI, ID, MN, MT, ND, NE, NM, NV, OR, SD, UT, WA, WY) and Diversity:
CDR Keith Watson - watsonk@usmma.edu
Southeast Admissions (AL, DC, FL, GA, LA, MD, MS, NC, SC, VA):
LCDR Chuck Wheeler - wheelerd@usmma.edu
We look forward to seeing you!
FinAid Info Nights Workshop Flyer Fall 2021.pdfClass of 2022 Students and Parents,
You are invited to attend one of the upcoming FREE virtual Financial Aid Nights hosted by qualified financial aid advisors in Hawaii Wednesday evenings from 6pm - 8pm:
- August 18, 25
- September 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
- October 6, 13
To pre-register visit: https://hawaii.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_PtSPAG8bROaJX_JRmsXjqQ
Each session will share information and answer questions about general Financial Aid, creating a Federal Student Aid Identification (FSA ID) and completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). For more information vist: http://collegeiswithinreachhawaii.com/finaidnights2021/
Additional FREE virtual Scholarship Nights will be held from 6pm - 8pm on:
- Thursday, September 9
- Tuesday, September 21
Important Dates
Registration Deadlines
Regular Registration
On or Before October 1
Late Registration
October 2-November 5
Payment and Financial Aid
Financial Aid Deadline
October 15
Payment Deadline
November 10
Pre-Conference
Position Papers Due
November 10
Pre-Conference Excursion
November 19 (non-Hawaii delegates and Staffers, if in-person)
PacMUN 2021
November 19-21
Dear Advisors & Head Delegates,
We hope you are all having a great summer! As we are growing closer to fall, the PacMUN Secretariat and Board of Directors have made a decision on the format of this year’s conference. Due to the high rates of Covid-19 vaccinations in Hawaii and lifting restrictions on in-person events as indicated by the state,, we are excited to announce that PacMUN 2021 will be held in-person, in Honolulu, Hawaii!
We will largely be planning to host an in-person conference from November 19-21, as we have done in past years, subject to venue availability and unless unforeseen circumstances occur. In the unfortunate event that transmission rates increase and/or guidelines by the CDC or State of Hawaii indicate that an in-person gathering of the size of PacMUN is unsafe, we will convert to an online conference very similar to PacMUN 2020.
Although in the past, we have traditionally held PacMUN at the Hawaii Convention Center with lodging options at the Ala Moana Hotel for out-of-town guests, we are currently looking into alternative venues that can accommodate our numbers with socially distanced spaces, and will be sending out more information once details are finalized. Depending on space availability, we may need to have a hybrid conference with a combination of in-person and virtual committees.
For delegations who plan to attend in-person, we highly encourage and prefer both students and advisors to be fully vaccinated as the CDC and State of Hawaii has advised. For out-of-town delegations, please hold off on booking plane tickets and lodging until we are able to provide you with further confirmation and information. We know that the transition back into in-person events for conferences such as PacMUN present a unique challenge for delegates and teachers alike, and we highly encourage you to reach out to us with any questions or concerns regarding the conference.
In the coming weeks, we will be releasing more information on logistical details, committees, and more, so please keep an eye out for emails and more information. We look forward to hopefully seeing you all in-person soon!
Best Regards,
Yoo Ra Sung & Jake Steiner
PacMUN 2021 Co-Secretaries General
The College Tour
Hosted by Alex Boylan (see video message below), The College Tour is a TV series that tells the story of colleges and universities around the world.
From campus life, academics, housing, sports, activities, and much more… each student driven segment gives young people an inside look at what it’s truly like being a student at the featured college or university.