Our family is incredibly proud of my little cousin, Eneli Herbert Kalifa, who was hand selected to represent his school, Alataua II Elementary School, at the 2026 West Aerial Drone Middle School Championship in San Diego.
The competition will be held on the 19th - 21st of April 2026.
For a young student from our small island, American Samoa, this is more than just a competition, it’s a “once in a lifetime” opportunity to showcase his talent, passion, and hard work alongside students from across the United States. Being selected is a huge honor and reflects his dedication to learning and innovation in drone technology. However, traveling from our island to the mainland comes with significant expenses. We are humbly asking for any support to help cover travel, lodging, and competition costs so Eneli can take part in this incredible opportunity. Every donation, no matter the size, will help a young student chase his dreams and proudly represent his school on a national stage. Thank you for believing in him and helping make this journey possible.
The competition will be held on the 19th - 21st of April 2026.
For a young student from our small island, American Samoa, this is more than just a competition, it’s a “once in a lifetime” opportunity to showcase his talent, passion, and hard work alongside students from across the United States. Being selected is a huge honor and reflects his dedication to learning and innovation in drone technology. However, traveling from our island to the mainland comes with significant expenses. We are humbly asking for any support to help cover travel, lodging, and competition costs so Eneli can take part in this incredible opportunity. Every donation, no matter the size, will help a young student chase his dreams and proudly represent his school on a national stage. Thank you for believing in him and helping make this journey possible.






