Beloved Vernon Hills teacher goes Taiwandering through pandemic Hawthorn Elementary District 73 social studies teacher Jason Kao, here atop the Chihkan Tower, has taken a sabbatical in Taiwan. Kao has created a YouTube channel called Taiwandering with Jason. Courtesy of Jason Kao Jason Kao displays the view of the Taipei 101 Building from Elephant Mountain and his Made in Taiwan tattoo. Courtesy of Jason Kao Hawthorn Elementary District 73 social studies teacher Jason Kao shows the view of the Taipei skyline from the balcony of the Grand Hotel. Kao took a sabbatical to be with his parents in Taiwan during the pandemic and has created a YouTube channel called Taiwandering with Jason to share his experiences.