HI STAR 2009 Application Form

 
I am a teacher
I am a student
Name(first last):
  
 
Email:
    
Phone:
      
Home Address:
  
City:
  
 
State:
     
Zip:
      
School Name:
 
School Address:
 
City:
  
 
State:
      
Zip:
  
School Phone:
  
 
School Fax:
     
Grade Level in Fall 08:
 
 
List your science courses:
  
List your math courses:
  
TEACHERS ONLY please list the students you are advising.
Please provide a letter of recommendation for your students by March 31, 2009.
 
STUDENTS ONLY (the next 2 fields)
Teacher/Advisor's Name:
  (For teacher, please fill in n/a)
Teacher/Advisor's Email:
  (For teacher, please fill in n/a)
I have completed an IFA-sponsored astronomy workshop. Yes No
I can demonstrate knowledge of the night sky and basic astronomy. Yes No
Please write a paragraph for the first 3 questions:
1. Why do you want to attend this workshop? What do you hope to gain from participating in this program?
 
2. What have you done to pursue your passion for science and astronomy? Please explain with details or examples. (favorite books, magazines, TV programs, hobbies, etc.)
 
3. Describe your experience with computers. Do you use Mac, PC, or both? Do you know how to use Excel? Have you used any astronomy software such as Starry Night or Stellarium?
 
 
For Hawaii students only:
1. Do you need a registration fee waiver and airfare subsidized? (yes or no/If yes, hardship verification is required) Yes No
2. For former HI STAR participants:
     I understand that I may have to pay for all expenses such as room and board, etc. Yes No
 
For continental US students only:
1. I understand that I am responsible to pay for my airfare and all expenses such as room and board for the week. Yes No
For all students:
If accepted for the HI STAR program, I will have my parent/guardian give written permission for my participation in this program, sign a photo release form and provide medical insurance information for emergencies. Yes No
 

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