2026 Summer Study Tours - Teacher Recommendation Form

PAAC Summer Study Tours 2026 - Teacher Recommendation Form
All high school students from across Hawai‘i are eligible to serve as ambassadors of Hawai‘i on a Summer Study Tour to one of the following destinations:
- Taiwan: June 6-19, 2026
- Palau: June 20-29, 2026
Please note selected students will be assigned to one destination.

Cost: Approximately $4200-5000. Scholarships are generously provided by the Freeman and Takitani Foundations.

Each applicant must request two recommendations from non-relatives who know them well and can speak to their readiness for this program.

Recommendation Deadline: Thursday, January 12, 2026 at 11:59 PM HST

Form Tips:
- Read the full form before starting
- You cannot save and return later
- Prepare short responses in advance, then copy and paste into the form
More info: 2026 Summer Study Tours

Questions? Contact Carol Li at paac@paachawaii.org or (808) 944-7784.
First & Last Name (Recommender)*
School/Organization (Recommender)*
Title/Role (Recommender)*
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Student Applicant First & Last Name*
Student Applicant School (If not listed, please click "add option" to type in their current school)*
Student Applicant School*
School which the applicant attends
What is your relationship to this student?*
EVALUATION OF STUDENT FIT & EMOTIONAL READINESS FOR TRAVEL
Dependability*

5 - Always shows up on time and well-prepared; always keeps their word and delivers on expectations4 - Nearly always shows up on time and well-prepared; nearly always keeps their word and delivers on expectations3 - Generally shows up on time and well-prepared; generally keeps their word and delivers on expectations2 - Needs support showing up on time and well-prepared; doesn't always keep their word or deliver on expectations1 - Needs significant support showing up on time and well-prepared; doesn't always keep their word or deliver on expectationsN/A
Trustworthiness & Integrity*

5 - Always demonstrates high personal integrity, even at personal cost; can be trusted to do what is right and lead others in doing the same4 - Nearly always demonstrates high personal integrity; can be trusted to do what is right and support others in doing the same3 - Generally demonstrates high personal integrity; can be trusted to do what is right2 - Occasionally fails to demonstrate high personal integrity; can be trusted to do what is right when convenient1 - Follows the crowd; takes path of least resistance; gives in under pressureN/A
Curiosity, Openness, & Adaptability*

5 - Always approaches new experiences with curiosity, optimism, and openness; approaches challenges with positivity and a problem-solving mindset4 - Nearly always approaches new experiences with curiosity, optimism, and openness; willing to be flexible in the face of challenges3 - Generally approaches new experiences with curiosity and openness; willing to be flexible in the face of challenges2 - Open to new experiences when comfortable; can at times struggle in the face of challenges1 - Reluctant to engage in new experiences; struggles in the face of challengesN/A
Care & Respect for Others*

5 - Always demonstrates care and respect for others, even at personal cost; resolves conflict with compassion and good communication4 - Nearly always demonstrates care and respect for others; resolves conflict with compassion and good communication3 - Generally demonstrates care and respect for others; resolves conflict with good communication2 - Occasionally fails to demonstrate care and respect for others; can at times struggle with perspective-taking1 - Self-centered; unwilling to acknowledge others’ points of viewN/A
Overall Fit & Emotional Readiness for Travel*

5 - Among the best few I have encountered in my career4 - Excellent (top 10%)3 - Very good (well above average)2 - Average1 - Below averageN/A
SHORT RESPONSE QUESTIONS
In a few sentences, why should PAAC consider this student for travel?*
How will this student serve as a good representative of their school, community and our state? How do you think they will give back?*
Is there anything PAAC should know about supporting this student during travel?*
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PAAC Summer Study Tours 2026 - Teacher Recommendation Form

EVALUATION OF STUDENT FIT & EMOTIONAL READINESS FOR TRAVEL

SHORT RESPONSE QUESTIONS