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Project Information EXHIBIT A *43.Project Title Hawaii International Science Experience 2025 44.Project Start Date 07/16/2025 45.Project End Date 07/20/2025 *46.Please select all areas of Hawari Island where the project will be administered,delivered,and implemented. Ka'u North Hilo North Kona South Hilo South Kohala *47.Please select the district of the Council Member from which you would like to apply for Contingency Relief Funds. Council District 4 *48.In 2,000 characters or less,describe the project. Hawaii International Science Experience is an annual inemational gathering of science-minded students from Hawaii Island and International schools to science learning and global engagement.This is a collaboration of 5 Hawaii Island schools to design and implement a 5-day island exploration.The student team represents Waiakea, Kamehameha,Hilo,Kealakehe and Parker schools.A key focus is to boost Hawaii Island students'confidence in international collaboration and to explore current STEM learning and future career opportunities in here.Vision Statement:To respond to social,educational,and environmental needs of our youths,we aim to•Spark continued innovation and creativity•Inspire our youth to actively focus on global improvement and understanding.•Create valuable networks that transcend geographical boundaries,fostering collaboration among gifted Individuals in the field of science•Prompt community collaboration as students engage with science professionals and community leaders,and prompt collaborative Island improvements.•Motivate our youth to pursue ambitious dreams and groundbreaking Ideas in innovation and technology.Hawaii Island's Unique Environment:To enrich Hawaii student and international student learning,we strive to present opportunities for students to•Explore Hawaii's Living Laboratory of unique natural and cultural resources.•Witness cutting-edge science and sustainability initiatives.•See how indigenous wisdom contributes to modem solutions.•Experience our Island's history,culture,beauty,and Aloha spirit•Learn leadership skills in team and leadership challenges.•Sharpen leadership skills on the select Student Committee to drive HISE's student-focused activities. *49.501(c)(3)Mission Statement To pave the way for our youth to embrace the challenges of an interconnected world with passion and determination.Hawaii students will interact with globally diverse peers,enabling them to broaden their international perspectives and foster relationships and future scientific collaborations and optimize their creativity and innovations. *50.In 1,000 characters or less,explain how the 501(c)(3)is connected to the project. Waiakea High has,for over 15 years been invited to the Japan Super Science Fair.5-6 students and teachers from Waiakea High.Student delegates join students from 20+countries and 40+school for science talks,challenges,project presentations and STEM industrial tours along with culturrai learning.Waiakea High student and teachers decided to create a similar event on Hawaii Isalnd.Students inspired by transformative international and national science events lead the Student Team. Community supporters and teachers have created this nonprofit to support this student effort This 501(c)(3)assists with fund development and advising student in developing each annual event *51.Please upload a completed CRF Grant Budget Form. HISE Budoet,xlsx Public Purpose of Requested Funds Per§2-138 of the Hawari County Code 1983(2016 Edition,as amended),the County may grant an award only if the proposed program or service provides direct public benefits and fulfills a public purpose within the County. 52.According to§2-136,"public purpose"is defined as a benefit to,improvement of,or promotion of the interests in the following areas.Please select all the public benefits to be derived from your County fund request: Culture and the arts Educational concerns *53.In 2,000 characters or less,describe the measurable outcomes you aim to achieve with these funds. •Participant Feedback:Collect surveys and feedback forms to gauge participants'satisfaction and learning experiences.•Collaboration Outcomes:Student participation in HISE science collaborations at and beyond HISE will be observed and monitored.Inquiries on new Interactions and partnerships formed beyond the HISE event will be made.We anticipate gathering data from a network of participants that naturally evolve and continue.•Knowledge Gains:Pre-and post-program quiz ascpssments to measure increases in scientific and cultural knowledge.•Career Interest Survey shifts in students'interest in STEM careers and related fields.•Community Impact: Measure the program's impact on the local schools and community through outreach and engagement activities.Tracking of student progress can be initiated in this inaugural year.•Leadership and Project Development Learning:Assess Improvements in leadership skills through self-assessments and peer evaluations. *54.For the project you are applying for,do you currently have or expect to have a contract/agreement with another department of the County of Hawari during the current fiscal year(July 1,2024-June 30,2025)related to this same project? No