Dominican Republic Mission Trip (High School)

Current 9th–12th graders are invited to join HP Pres High School for a mission trip to the Dominican Republic on June 13–19, 2026 as we partner with Mission Emanuel to serve the villages of Cielo and Nazaret, located on the western edge of Santo Domingo.

Our team will work alongside local community members and Mission Emanuel staff, joining in the work already taking place within the communities they serve. Activities may include spending time with and leading activities for children, assisting with food distribution, participating in construction projects, and helping with community events. 

More than simply completing projects, this trip is about building relationships, learning from one another, and serving together. Whether you are an experienced mission traveler or participating in your first mission trip, there will be meaningful ways for everyone to contribute. 

Come ready to serve, learn, encourage, and experience how God is at work through Mission Emanuel and the communities of the Dominican Republic.   

After you fill out this application, we will contact you to let you know if you have been approved and the next steps. 

The total cost per person is $2,250 to cover airfare, transportation, food, and lodging, which includes a non-refundable $250 deposit. 

For additional information, please contact Bailey Ray at Bailey.ray@hppres.org

Apply for the DR (June 12–18, 2027)

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FAQs

As your student prayerfully considers serving this summer, please note a few important details about our application process:

          Step #1: Students (not parents) must first apply to one of our mission trips, telling us more about their faith and involvement at HP Pres.

          Step #2: Our staff will review applications and reach out with next steps within a few weeks, which may include a follow-up interview. Preference will be given first to students with a strong track record in Highland Students, then to applicants based on the order of submission. Note: we have limited space for each trip, so not all applicants are guaranteed a spot. We reserve the right to deny any students who do not align with the vision and goals of the trip.

          Step #3: If accepted, you will then be sent a link to register your student and pay the non-refundable registration fee. Once the registration fee is paid, your spot is secured! The remaining balance of the trip will be due by April 1, 2027.