CHEER ON 200+ PACIFIC ISLAND STUDENT ATHLETES!
The Journey Breakthrough Tournament (JBT) is an exciting three-day event bringing youth and ʻohana together to participate in sports Pacific Islanders love but are not always able to join via Oʻahu's sports leagues.
The competition brings out the best in our young athletes and provides a platform to educate youth about opportunities in college, trades, and the workforce.
This event seeks to inspire and empower the participants to pursue diverse and meaningful career paths for a brighter future.
March 20-21, 2025
9 am - 8 pm
Kalihi Valley District Park Gymnasium
March 22, 2025
9 am - 8 pm
Palama Settlement
ENTER THE VOYAGERS OF TOMORROW STUDENT ESSAY CONTEST!
Share your vision for your future career for a chance to win a gift card and present your essay at the tournament’s closing ceremony!
Showcase your dreams and inspire others!
Instructions
(1) Write a one-page essay, using MLA format (ESSAY TEMPLATE) about a career you’re interested in exploring.
(2) In your essay, describe:
What the career is and why it interests you.
Any skills, values, or qualities you have that match this career.
Your ideas or plans for how you could pursue this career in the future.
Please give your essay a title and include your name, email, and phone number at the top of the page.
(3) Submit your essay by Friday, February 28.
(4) You'll be notified before Friday, March 14 if you have a winning essay.
Top essays will win a gift card, and 2 students will be selected to present their essay at the closing ceremony.
If you have any questions, contact April Labrador, april.labrador@honolulu.gov.
We can’t wait to hear about your ideas for the future!
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Looking to make a difference?
JBT will need volunteers to assist with various roles throughout the tournament.
Check back soon here for the volunteer sign-up sheet!
CAREER & COMMUNITY COURT (CCC)
During the tournament, students, families, and the general public are invited to visit the Career & Community Court (CCC) to learn more about career paths and community resources from diverse organizations.
Students will also participate in the Career Expedition Quest, a fun and interactive activity to complete while visiting booths and learning about different professions.
Questions about CCC can be directed to Su Lazo at su.lazo@honolulu.gov
Mahalo to our sponsors for your support!
