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190411-F-ZC102-2007

Kadena Town Mayor Hiroshi Toyama, KLI Chairman, delivers a speech during the 22nd Annual Kadena Language Institute Entrance Ceremony April 11, 2019, at the Kadena Rotary Town Plaza, Okinawa, Japan. The 18th Wing, at Kadena Air Base, sends volunteers each month to practice English with students. KLI provides an opportunity for Air Force volunteers and students to learn from each other and exchange cultures. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Omari Bernard)

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190411-F-ZC102-2004

Tiara Martinez, Kadena Language Institute student, accepts her entrance certificate from Hidekatsu Higa, KLI dean, April 11, 2019, at the Kadena Rotary Town Plaza, Okinawa, Japan. Second-year KLI students intern at Kadena Air Base, providing KLI students the opportunity to communicate in English, learn American-style business, American culture, and promote personal friendships with Americans living on base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Omari Bernard)

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190411-F-ZC102-2005

Hidekatsu Higa, Kadena Language Institute dean, gives a speech during the 22nd Annual Kadena Language Institute Entrance Ceremony April 11, 2019, at the Kadena Rotary Town Plaza, Okinawa, Japan. The 18th Wing, at Kadena Air Base, sends volunteers each month to practice English with students. KLI provides an opportunity for Air Force volunteers and students to learn from each other and exchange cultures. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Omari Bernard)

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190411-F-ZC102-2001

Kadena Language Institute students and honorary guests take a commemorative photo during the 22nd Annual KLI Entrance Ceremony April 11, 2019, at the Kadena Rotary Town Plaza, Okinawa, Japan. The 18th Wing has and continues to support KLI since its inception in May of 1998. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Omari Bernard)

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190411-F-ZC102-2002

Yuki Arakaki, Kadena Language Institute student, accepts his entrance certificate from Hidekatsu Higa, KLI dean, April 11, 2019, at the Kadena Rotary Town Plaza, Okinawa, Japan. KLI is a two-year school fully funded and operated by Kadena Town. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Omari Bernard)

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190411-F-ZC102-2003

Hina Komine, Kadena Language Institute student, accepts her entrance certificate from Hidekatsu Higa, KLI dean, April 11, 2019, at the Kadena Rotary Town Plaza, Okinawa, Japan. The school offers various curriculums to include English, computer skills and business etiquette. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Omari Bernard)

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Kadena welcomes student interns

Yui Arakaki, 18th Force Support Squadron intern, hands an informational packet to a customer Aug. 24, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. KLI interns have the opportunity to build ties between Kadena and the community while practicing their English skills. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Corey M. Pettis)

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Kadena welcomes student interns

Haruka Fukuchi, 18th Force Support Squadron intern, learns how to make clay sculptures from Miracle Williams, 18th FSS recreational aid Aug. 24, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. On top of refining their English skills, KLI interns learn new skills and create new friendships with Airmen and American civilians alike. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Corey M. Pettis)

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Kadena welcomes student interns

Hideya Koja, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron intern, answers the phone Aug. 24, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. KLI interns practice their English skills and form new friendships by working with Airmen on Kadena. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Corey M. Pettis)

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Kadena welcomes student interns

Yuka Kinjo, 18th Force Support Squadron intern, reads through the Risner information book Aug. 24, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Each year, KLI students intern at various places on base to interact with English speakers better their skills. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Corey M. Pettis)

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Kadena welcomes student interns

Yuka Kinjo, 18th Force Support Squadron intern, hands Larry Robertson, U.S. Navy contractor a towel during his workout Aug. 24, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. KLI students have the opportunity to intern on base for a month to refine their English speaking skills. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Corey M. Pettis)

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A story to tell

Iroha Ganaha, Kadena Elementary School fifth grade student, receives the 18th Wing Special Award from U.S. Air Force Col. Paul Oldham, 18th Mission Support Group commander, during the 19th annual Kadena Language Institute English Contest July 14, 2016, at the Kadena Rotary Town Plaza, Okinawa, Japan. The 18th Wing Special Award winner is hand-chosen by the 18th MSG commander based on their performance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen)

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A story to tell

Moa Maetaba, Yara Elementary School sixth grade student, recites a story in English during the 19th annual Kadena Language Institute English Contest July 14, 2016, at Kadena Rotary Town Plaza, Okinawa, Japan. Students participating in the contest learned a story in English and had to recite it from memory. This contest is focused on inspiring children to pursue a future global partnership. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen)

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A story to tell

Audience members observe a local Okinawan student’s performance during the 19th annual Kadena Language Institute English Contest July 14, 2016, at Kadena Rotary Town Plaza, Okinawa, Japan. Contestants were from Yara Elementary School, Kadena Elementary School and Kadena Junior High School. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen)

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