Mask Project
LHWA took on a wonderful project to make 400 masks for Wilcox Elementary School, for use by Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grade students. Carolyn Yamasaki spearheaded this project with many volunteers involved in the measuring, cutting and sewing of the masks over a period of 4 days. It was a wonderful example of the interdependence of the many helpers focused on one project to help our local students stay safe and healthy as they begin their new school year. The masks were presented to Principal Cory Nakamura at Wilcox School on July 9th. You may have noticed a front page article and pictures in The Garden Island newspaper on July 10. We are proud of LHWA and the many volunteers for their hard work. Thank you especially to Carolyn Yamasaki for taking on this task.
The volunteers who help with the Mask Project are listed below:
Paula Alquiza (guest volunteer), Ann Coyle, Arlene Fujikawa, Helen Fujimoto, Gladys Fujiuchi, Elaine Fukushima, Diane Fukuyama, Shirley Hashimoto, Avis Hirahara, Alice Inouye, Hiroko Kurashige, Lynne Matsumura, Lynette Mizuo, Dennis Muffly, Janet Niitani, Karen Nishimoto, Marian Ogata, Caroline Ozaki, Gail Shibuya, Rina Takabayashi (guest volunteer), Yoko Takabayashi, Betsy Uyematsu, Carol Valentine, Helen Yamaguchi, Morton Yamasaki, Carolyn Yamasaki
Scarf design possibility proposed for Hawaii BWA.
Seeking Delegates for the
Student Exchange Program To Japan
July-August 2021
What: BWA
Student Exchange Program to Japan
When: Late
July to early August 2021 (14 days)
Who: Two
Hawaii women, ages 17–23 years old
Why: Be
exposed to Buddhist and Asian culture; Be a missionary of good will
1.Obtain applications from temple offices or at www.hawaiibwa.org, search for “Student Exchange” (or see below for the application)
2. Submit completed application
to:
Student Exchange Committee Chairperson
Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii
Federation of Buddhist Women’s Associations
1727 Pali Highway Honolulu, HI 96813
3. Applications must be received no later than September 30, 2020 If you have any questions, call 808-522-9200 or contact a BWA member.
HONPA HONGWANJI MISSION OF HAWAII
HAWAII FEDERATION OF BUDDHIST WOMEN’S ASSOCIATIONS
1727 Pali Highway, Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
APPLICATION FOR STUDENT EXCHANGE TO JAPAN
Date_______________
Name_________________________________________
Address_______________________________________ Home Phone_______________
_______________________________________ Cell phone_________________
e-mail address ________________________________________________________
Age________ Date of Birth ___________________ Birthplace ______________________
Name and Address of Parent or Guardian:
____________________________________________________________________________
email address_________________________________ Phone # ____________________
Temple Affiliation:
Applicant’s Minister, email and phone contact.
________________________________________________________________________
Educational Background
High School attending/ed ________________________________________________
Grade Completed or Graduation date _________________________________
Higher Education (name of school) ___________________________________
Number of years attended or degree __________________________________
List Foreign Languages:
1. _______________________________ Some knowledge_____ Conversant___
2. _______________________________Some knowledge_____ Conversant ___
Religious Background
Dharma School (name and number of years attended) ______________________________________
Other Affiliated Organizations:
LEADERSHIP ACTIVITIES: Assumes leadership positions and expresses thoughts well and clearly. List and describe the nature and length of your participation including dates of offices ad chairmanships held. 1) Temple affiliated activities – Dharma School, teacher/assistant, Jr. YBA, YESS Camp; 2) High School, College, and Community activities (student government, service clubs, Girl Scouts, sports teams, music groups, emergency relief projects, food drives, etc.)
WORK EXPERIENCE List paid and/or volunteer jobs
HEALTH:
Excellent ________ Good _______ Fair _______________
Any allergies, diet or physical limitations___________________________
Explain:
ESSAY - This will reflect who you are and your aspirations
Applicant is required to submit a three page, double-spaced, typewritten essay of no more than 800 words. Applicant should describe herself and what it means to her to be a Shin Buddhist. The essay should also include what she hopes to gain from this trip and how she believes she can apply this to her life and her involvement in Buddhist Women’s activities in the future.
PHOTOGRAPH
Scan and submit copies of your passport information.
Also scan your passport-size photo to submit with this application.
Applications must be submitted via email by September 30, 2020 to Karen Kikukawa, Student Exchange Chairperson, at karenkikukawa@gmail.com.
The applications will be reviewed by the BWA Student Exchange Committee.
Selections will be made after each applicant has been interviewed.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Two recommendations must be submitted with this application from persons who have known you within the Temple: a minister and a lay person
(Revised: 2/7/20)
RECOMMENDATION (#1) FOR THE BWA STUDENT EXCHANGE PROGRAM
Name of applicant: ________________________________________________
Name of Reference: _______________________________________________
Title: ___________________________________________________________
Address _________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
1. I know the applicant (circle): very well moderately well only slightly
2. How you know the applicant? (circle): student in temple class member in temple group
Other ___________________________________________________________
3. Active Participation in (circle):
Dharma School Yes No
Jr. YBA Yes No
Sr. YBA Yes No
Youth Groups (Girl Scouts, etc.) Yes No
4. Ability to advance Buddhist movement (circle) Outstanding Adequate
5. Emotional and social development (circle): Mature Sufficient
6. Additional comments:
__________________________________ ______________________________ _______
Signature Phone/email Date
rev. 2/7/20
RECOMMENDATION (#2) FOR THE STUDENT EXCHANGE PROGRAM
Name of applicant: ________________________________________________
Name of Reference: _______________________________________________
Title: ___________________________________________________________
Address _________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
1. I know the applicant (circle): very well moderately well only slightly
2. How you know the applicant? (circle): student in temple class member in temple group
Other ___________________________________________________________
3. Active Participation in (circle):
Dharma School Yes No
Jr. YBA Yes No
Sr. YBA Yes No
Youth Groups (Girl Scouts, etc.) Yes No
4. Ability to advance Buddhist movement (circle) Outstanding Adequate
5. Emotional and social development (circle): Mature Sufficient
6. Additional comments:
__________________________________ ______________________________ _______
Signature Phone/email Date rev. 2/7/20
Beginning of the Year Fun Activity
Kauai United Hongwanji Buddhist Women's Association
Fall Conference and General Membership Meeting
Sunday October 27, 2019