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The School Year in the USA

SPONSOR ORGANISATION

Over last 20 years, thousands of students from all over the world participated in numerous programs organized by American sponsor organizations. Their offer is available in more than 40 countries. Intentional students may take advantage of the high quality of services. Sponsor organizations specialize in educational programs for people of 15-18 years of age as well as for students. Their personnel consist of experienced individuals ready to assist and support the participants.

ICES is one of the most acclaimed sponsor companies located in the US. As a non profit organization they are responsible for the educational exchange of the international students form all over the globe. Years of business activity and experience granted ICES the recognition and approval among public institutions and numerous American schools.

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J-1 VISA

J-1 is a non-emigration visa issued for students who wants to participate in the international exchange programs and can only be obtained through the sponsoring organizations, which are approved by the US Government. Holder of this visa is allowed to work, study, serve one's apprenticeship, lecture or delve – depending on the program that they participate in- during the definitive period. Visa J-1 allows you to work in the USA for a period of 4 months. After that period the participant is given an additional time to stay in the USA for 30 days. It can be spent on traveling. This visa is a multiply visa which means that you can visit Mexico or Canada and easily comeback, before the expiration of DS-2019.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Academic year in the USA is a program designed for young people between 15 and 18 years of age. Learning English is not the only purpose of the exchange. This program allows youths to spend some time with their peers and familiarize themselves with different habits and culture. Every participant is provided with necessary documentation and needs to pass English exam to be enrolled. Medical documentation of the student and the educational history document (transcript) approved by the teacher are also obligatory. When the terms and regulations of the program are accepted, the contract between the organization and the student is signed.

CONDITIONS

age between 15-18,5 years
good level of English
fulfill of the application form
references from the teacher
6 visa photos and 4 ordinary photos
health certificate
obey the regulations of the program
passport valid for at least 6 months after the end of the program
Handing in all necessary documents in following terms
- Winter Term: before September 1, 2006
- Spring Term: before April 1, 2006
After this terms all applications are considered separately

AMERICAN HIGH SCHOOL

American school differs from educational system as we know it. Emphasis is put on expanding and developing practical skills rather than memorizing things. Students themselves choose subjects they are interested in. Beside regular classes you can attend various clubs and additional classes such as computer classes, music training, journalism workshops.

If you are keen on sports and physical activities you can join sports clubs and train under supervision of a professional coach. In every case, the general medical examination is required. Participating in clubs helps you to befriend American kids even well!

The beginning of the academic year in American school depends on the state or region. In most states, the school year starts in late August or in the first week of September and it lasts until May or June. Our program offers its participants few options of enrollment:

Fall semester
Spring semester
All year long option

The participants can receive a term (semester) or yearly certificate. We are not responsible for overall mark achieved by individual students- you are the only one who decides about your own accomplishments.

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YOUR LOCAL CO COORDINATOR

Our participants have their own local co coordinator that helps them when problem occurs. He/she is responsible for quick and eager actions in emergency or conflicts in host families. Coordinator is also responsible for writing a monthly report about participant’s educational progress and relationships with host family members. Coordinators work as volunteers usually in the evenings after long day of studying or work.

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YOUR HOST FAMILY

Host families that agreed to take care of the participants are far different from average families. They do not receive any money, they are doing this because they want to explore different cultures and to get to know people from overseas countries. Their main responsibility is to provide you with food and accommodation. During your stay, you will become a family member, you will take an active part in every day activities, and you will celebrate with them or even travel. Before we choose a perfect family for our participants, we ask about their preferences.

Remember that the majority of immigrants that live in America today have been born there. The cultural roots of every family may come from different sources.

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TRAVELING AND INSURANCE

Our participants are picked up from the airport in United States by the representatives of the sponsor organization. To make things easier we offer is assistance with booking and buying air tickets for groups. By doing so, we are able to coordinate the entire trip. During the stay in the US, our participants have full medical and health insurance. This insurance covers all costs of medical treatments, personal injuries and damages to property.