KCC-JEE High School Essay Contest 2027

2027 High School Essay Contest

Sponsored by Robert Mason Memorial Fund
Important Information - Please read and check I Agree to continue.
- Qualifications:
  - High school students who will be at least 16 years of age by June 1, 2027
  - U.S. citizen or permanent resident
  - Formally studied the Japanese language for at least one year by June 2027
  - Mature and responsible - able to be independent in Japan, getting to and from school each day by public transportation
- One (1) essay per student will be accepted.
- Essays MUST be composed on the prompt and follow the word counts listed below.
- The winner must have/obtain a valid passport before leaving the country and medical clearance is required with doctor’s signature (cost of passport and the doctor’s visit is the responsibility of the participant.)
I have read and agree to the above rules. I understand that if my essay does not follow the topic or submitted after the deadline, it will be disqualified.
Applicant Information
Full Name

First NameMiddle NameLast Name
Birth Date

MonthDayYear
Citizenship
Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code
Email Address
Phone Number
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Second Phone Number
Format: (000) 000-0000.

Information on High School and Japanese Teacher
Name of High School
Phone Number
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Address of High School

Street Address

Street Address 2

CityState

Zip Code
How long have you studied Japanese as of June 2027?
Please enter years and months.
Your Japanese Teacher's Name
Teacher's Email Address
Teacher's Phone Number
Format: (000) 000-0000.

Parent/Legal Guardian Permission
Is the applicant able to study in Japan for four weeks in the summer of 2027?
Parent/Legal Guardian #1 Name
Parent/Legal Guardian #1 Email Address
Parent/Legal Guardian #1 Phone Number
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Parent/Legal Guardian #2 Name
Parent/Legal Guardian #2 Email Address
Parent/Legal Guardian#2 Phone Number
Format: (000) 000-0000.
How did you learn about the Essay Contest?
* If "other" applies to you, please specify.
Essay Prompt: write in English in 300 to 500 words

How would you explain Japan’s relationship with nature and the impact it has on its approach to environmental issues?

* Be sure that all work is original and that no AI is used in the process or the submission. We will not accept essays exceeding 500 words. Please do not include your name on your essay.
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2027 High School Essay Contest