2023 "JAPAN IN DC" Student Application

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Globalize DC is now accepting applications for this summer's JAPAN IN DC program for DC public high school students. If you have a passion for Japan, or enjoy exploring the city, or want to participate in a new book project (or all three), this could be the program for you! We will review applications as we receive them, so please fill out the online application form below as soon as possible to avoid being left out.

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: Students in the 2023 JAPAN IN DC summer program will explore and get to know a wide variety of people, places, organizations, businesses, government agencies, and cultural institutions with connections to Japan. It will be a lot of fun, with real-life experiences and exposure to the Japanese world and Japan-related careers in Washington, DC. This summer we will have a special focus on the Japanese American incarceration, the bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, US-Japan relations, and other World War II-related themes. Writers, photographers, artists, videographers, and poets are particularly encouraged to apply. We will identify a meeting site that is metro accessible, and will use public transportation to move around the city during the program.

You can learn more about Globalize DC's Japan programs, including Japan in DC, at www.japaneseplus.org.

DATES: June 26 - August 4, 2023 (Monday-Friday, 9 am-2:30 pm)

LOCATION: Columbia Heights Education Campus (CHEC) will serve as our home base, but we will travel around the city most days. Please note: This summer program does NOT include travel to Japan.

ELIGIBILITY: The program will be open to DC public high school students. Up to twenty (20) students will be selected this year. Applicants must be current 9th, 10th, or 11th graders in either a DCPS or DC charter high school, and no older than 18 years of age.

COST: The program will be offered at no cost, although students will be responsible for most of their own lunches. Those registered with MBSYEP will receive summer pay.

SUMMER PAY THROUGH MBSYEP: To be eligible for summer pay, students must be registered with the Marion Barry Summer Youth Employment Program (MBSYEP). The deadline for MBSYEP registration is February 28, 2023. We encourage any interested student to complete the MBSYEP registration before this deadline, even if you aren't already accepted into our program. Here's the MBSYEP registration link: https://summerjobs.dc.gov/

Students not registered with MBSYEP will be allowed to participate, but will not be paid. ALL students (including those in MBSYEP) must apply and be accepted through this JAPAN IN DC application process.

TO APPLY: Fill out the application form below fully and carefully. Be sure your contact information is current and correct. We will then contact you about next steps. BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR EMAIL REGULARLY!!

[Also, we expect that these application forms are filled out by students, not parents. Just to be clear.]

Any questions, contact Sally Schwartz at sally@globalizedc.org or 202-251-1692.

Email *

Your Full Name (be sure to include first and last names) *

Your School *

Grade Level this year (SY22-23) *

Freshman (9th grade)

Sophomore (10th grade)

Junior (11th grade)

None of the above (not eligible)

Date of Birth *

YYYY

Your Phone Number
*

The best email address to reach you.
*

Your Street Address *

Have you registered for DC's Marion Barry Summer Youth Employment Program (MBSYEP)? *

YES

NO, but I plan to register before the Feb 28, 2023 deadline.

NO, but I still wish to be part of the "Japan in DC" program even if I am not paid.

Parent Full Name *

Parent contact information (e-mail address and phone) *

Grade Point Average (as of your last report card) *

Provide the name and email address of a teacher who knows you and would be willing to provide a short informal recommendation.
*

Time Commitment Assurance. Mark only one. *

YES. If accepted, I will be prepared to fully commit to attend all six weeks of the program.

NO. I will not be able to participate for the whole program (not eligible for acceptance)

UNCERTAIN. It's too early for me to know.

How did you learn about Japan in DC? *

What are THREE WORDS that best describe your personality or your essence?
*

If you found yourself with a free day to do whatever you want to do, what would you do? You do not have to be limited by reality.
*

Tell us about YOU - your interests, activities, personality, talents, goals (approx. 150 words) *

Why do you think you might be interested in this program? Describe any prior experience with Japan, international affairs, or any similar program. (Be sure to read the information above, so you know something about the program.) *

Click any of the following skills or interests that you have. *

Writing

Photography

Poetry

Art

Public speaking

Podcasting

Videography

Leadership

Social media

Anime

Required

If you have any other information to share or questions to ask, feel free to use the space below.

A copy of your responses will be emailed to the address you provided.

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