Delegate Initial Application ALA Hawai'i Girls State June 2021 (hoping for hybrid in person/virtual)

For questions, please email alaHawaiiGirlsState@gmail.com

The American Legion Auxiliary Hawai'i Girls State (ALAHGS) is honored to offer this premier leadership program to the youth of Hawai'i.
Mahalo for your interest in being a part of our 'State of Aloha!'

EXTENDED: DEADLINE TO APPLY is April 14, 2021

To be eligible to participate in the ALA Girls State/Girls Nation programs
1. must have just completed their Junior year of high school (meaning you should be a junior in school year 2020-2021) and have at least one semester remaining,
2. be a United States citizen or legal inhabitant of the United States as evidenced by a current and/or valid birth certificate, visa, passport, Green Card or other United States government-issued documentation verifying a legal presence in the United States for at least the duration of the ALA State/Girls Nation program.

If you are one of the two girls chosen to move on to go attend ALA Girls Nation in July, you must be able to clear a background check by the United States government, the White House and the U.S. Secret Service.

If invited and accepted into the prestigious ALA Hawai'i Girls State program, delegates provide a $100 donation to ALAHGS to offset a small portion of program expenses including lodging and meals in order to attend ALAHGS. Scholarships are available based on need.
To apply for scholarship, please email the Director at: alaHawaiiGirlsState@gmail.com

ALAHGS is completely operated by volunteers (no paid staff).

Cancellation Policy: 30 Days prior 100% Refund; Cancellation 15-29 Days prior to start date 50% Refund; Cancellation less than 15 Days to start date will result in forfeiture of fees.

ALL Delegates must arrange travel to and from the program at Hawaii Pacific University Aloha Tower Dorms.

Email address *

Delegate Contact Information

First Name *

(Legal name only)

Middle Name *

Last Name *

(Legal name only)

Birth Date *

YYYY

Preferred name to be called (nickname) *

If you prefer to go by a different name other than your first name, please include it here. If you do not wish to have a nickname on your tag, re-enter your first name only.

Delegate Cell Phone Number *

Email Address *

Emails could be sent any time between March - June. An active and frequently monitored email is crucial for important communications. Please do not use the same email address to register multiple delegates.

Confirm Email Address *

Please do not copy and paste, re-enter your answer.

Mailing Address *

Street address, town, state, zip

Parent/Guardian Name and Relationship *

Example: Jane Doe, Mother

Parent/Guardian Phone Information *

Phone #

Parent/Guardian Email Address *

School Information

If you have attended multiple schools, please provide only your current school's contact information.

High School Name *

Please use the full name IE Kapolei High School

What is your most up to date, cumulative GPA? *

High School Guidance Counselor/Dean Name *

High School Guidance Counselor/Dean Email *

High School Guidance Counselor Phone Number *

Check the following boxes to show you understand the responsibilities you are accepting as a delegate to ALA Aloha Girls Sate Sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary. *

You must check all these boxes to submit your application. *Organization represents the American Legion Auxiliary, not the host institution Hawaii Pacific University

I understand that the organization's* mission is to God and Country, and I will respect the views and practices of the organization* and other delegates. If you require additional reasonable accommodation, we will do our best to provide such. Please indicate your requested accommodations in your delegate biography packet.

I understand that by submitting my application and supporting documents, I am agreeing to be present at ALA Hawai'i Girls State for the entire event. (You agree that during the program you cannot leave nor have visitors at any time, unless emergency approved by Director.)

Required

Applicant Community and Leadership

Help us get to know you better and answer the following as complete as possible. Please include the academic year each each was completed (9th-11th Grades only.)

Please List all High School Activities. *

(e.g. teams, clubs, student government, etc.)

Please list Honors / Awards / Achievements *

(e.g. scholastic, athletic, personal, etc.)

Please share your community involvement. *

(e.g. organizations, volunteer work, etc.)

Please list your top talents / hobbies. *

(e.g. singing, writing, photography, etc.)

T-Shirt Size *

Small

Medium

Large

X-Large

XX-Large

Do you have an immediate relative who is serving on active military duty? *

Yes

What connections to members of the military or military veterans do you have, if any?

If you said yes, select all that apply.

Father

Mother

Brother

Sister

Is the delegate/alternate a member of the American Legion Auxiliary? *

You do not need to be a member to be eligible for ALA Hawai'i Girls State

Yes

Two delegates from ALA Hawai'i Girls State will be selected to represent Hawai'i at the ALA Girls Nation program in Washington, DC (travel and lodging costs covered by ALA) in July 2019. *

Availability for ALA Girls Nation will not affect your application to this program (ALA Hawai'i Girls State)

Yes, if selected I am available to attend ALA Girls Nation in July

No, I am not able to attend ALA Girls Nation in July

Not yet determined if available in July to attend ALA Girls Nation

Required

How did you hear about the program? *

Parent/Gaurdian Electronic Signature *

By typing your name below, you verify all information is true and accurate to the best of your ability. Dishonesty and misrepresentation are grounds for dismissal. You are verifying you have knowledge of this application and the contents inclosed within.

Parent/Gaurdian Approval of Donation *

By typing your name below, you verify that you will make a tax deductible donation via check of $100 to ALA Hawai'i Girls State to offset the high cost for program expenses including participant's shirt, lodging and meals. (If financial aid is needed, please email the Director at: alaHawaiiGirlsState@gmail.com)

Delegate Electronic Signature *

By typing your name below, you verify all information is true and accurate to the best of your ability. Dishonesty and misrepresentation are grounds for dismissal.

What's Next after Submitting this Application?

Mahalo for your application!
We are already proud of you for wanting to be a part of making your world a better place.

While ALA Hawai'i Girls State would like to be able to accept all applicants, our program can only accept a limited number of candidates. A follow up email will be sent in February which will include an announcement stating whether or not you have qualified for the Interview Stage.

Interviews Times will be held April 10 & 11.
Interviews take about 15 minutes and will either be held at Outrigger Canoe Club or virtually.

To be prepared for this process please be certain to complete and bring the application packet (will be emailed)

1. Please have a copy of proof of citizenship ready to submit (driver's license or passport)
2. One photo of yourself
3. Two letters of recommendation should be submitted by 15 March 2021.
(link for recommendations is: https://forms.gle/UT2uNqzZ6oFqZxwS7
4. Donation of $100 to ALA Hawai'i Girls State

Please have your parent or guardian review this information prior to submitting the application.

Again, thank you for applying.
Please let us know if you have any questions.

alaHawaiiGirlsState@gmail.com

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