Student Life
Momilani INternational Exchange (M.I.X.) Program
Hyuga City students visit Pearl City
A total of eight Momilani students were selected to participate in this program. On August 16, 2017, eight Japanese exchange students and their chaperones came to Momilani Elementary School from Hyuga City. They were paired up with six, 5th grade students, and two 6th grade students at Momilani.
These eight students from Japan stayed at the homes of the Momilani students for 5 days. On October 7, 2017, the selected Junior Ambassadors went to Japan to homestay at their partners' homes and visit the schools in Hyuga City.
Momilani Students visit Hyuga City
On October 7, 2017 the Junior Ambassadors from Momilani visited Japan. The eight selected ambassadors went to Japan to homestay at their partners' homes and visit the schools in Hyuga City. Each of the students stayed with their host families for a week and were able to experience the lifestyle as a student in Japan.
"This is a good learning experience for kids who haven't traveled before." - Jenci M. 5th Grade Ambassador
Several of the cultural activities that the students participated in were, tofu making, soba making, and performing Japanese Calligraphy. All of these activities help the Junior Ambassadors form strong friendships that will last a long time.
"The memories from this experience will last a lifetime." - Hailey H. 5th Grade Ambassador
Staff Advisors
Mr. Arakawa
Mr. Uchino