Warm greetings from the SEISA Group!

 The 30^thPAL (Participate and Learn) Program, a study　tour for Seisa High School students in Saipan, was held in February.　Over 150 students participated in this year’s trip, and they spent a fun and meaningful week with the students from Mariana High School and San Antonio Middle School. Through the duration of their study tour, the Seisa students were partnered up with students from Mariana High School and enjoyed everything from sports to cultural exchanges. They also participated in the annual Cultural Heritage Day, where they listened to traditional music and learned traditional dances.

　One of the most memorable experiences that the students had during their stay was the visit to Banzai Cliff, where many people sacrificed their lives during the Pacific War. There, the Seisa high school students stood in front of the Memorial Monument and put their hands together to pray for the victims. The students had also prepared one thousand cranes for this occasion, and they express their sorrow and their hope for a better, peaceful future.

　When the last day arrived, both the Seisa and Mariana students were streaming tears at the Thank You Party as they said their farewells, and promised each other that they will meet again someday.

　We are also delighted to announce that the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Island, State Board of Education, and the Public School System has presented Mr. Miyazawa, Founder and CEO of Seisa Group and Seisa Gakuen School, with an award in appreciation for the 30 years of continued friendship and goodwill with the students of Mariana High School and San Antonio Middle School. With PAL and our many other international programs, we hope to create a better world for future generations. Thank you for your generous support.