Semi Selective F1 - Language Junction

Various districts

Arizona, Iowa, Michigan, Idaho, Utah

use

School Year, Semester

Host Family

14-18 years old

The location

Districts participating in this program are usually located in central states (including Arizona, Iowa, Michigan, Idaho, Utah), in medium-sized or medium-small communities, and have an interest in bringing cultural diversity to their schools.

The High School Semi-selective (F-1) program is a program that enjoys more advantageous rates than the selective programs. The student can give a preference for certain districts proposed by the American organization, thus remaining flexible since the final placement will be confirmed based on the student's profile and the available districts (from a pre-selected list) at the discretion of the American organization.

School Offerings and Sports

International students are assigned a school 'grade' according to their year of birth, educational background,or English level.

Students have access to all facilities on the school campus: auditorium, laboratories, music rooms, media center, library, cafeteria, gymnasium, sports facilities. Larger schools have more offerings in terms of both educational subjects and facilities than smaller schools.

International students may participate in school sports; in some cases restrictions apply depending on individual state regulations. Entry into a sports team may depend on selections by the school's coaches and 'try outs'.

Leisure Time

Students can attend extracurricular activities offered by the school, do activities with their host families, organize with classmates, and participate in school and community proposals or on-site coordinators.

The U.S. organization may suggest travel opportunities within the U.S. (extra costs apply) with agencies that specialize in student travel.

Homestay accommodation

Host families are a very important part of the American high school experience. Our partners select families by looking for the best match between student and host family.

Because the United States is multicultural, American families can represent many realities by cultural, religious or educational background. Host families may consist of a single parent, a couple with children or without, older (empty nester) or younger. Each family will have its own lifestyle.

Some families choose to host two or three international students (of different nationalities).

About USA

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HIGH SCHOOL

4 YEARS.
FROM GRADE 9 UP TO GRADE 12 Students are sometimes placed in grade 11
junior, and where possible in grade 12, senior.

CALENDAR

1ST SEMESTER depending on the state, late July through December, or August through January. Some states begin
in September as well. 2nd SEMESTER generally January through the end of May or
June. 1st year from late July or August to late May or June.

MATTERS

Students create their own curriculum, with available subjects, and generally take 6 0 7 courses.

SCHEDULES, SPORTS AND CLUBS

Generally 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Sports are seasonal, and some may require 'try-outs' to join the team. Clubs organized at lunchtime or in the afternoon

July 4 isINDIPENDENCE DAY, a federal holiday to celebrate the Declaration of Independence, signed on July 4, 1776.
THANKSGIVING Thanksgiving is another national holiday held on the fourth Thursday of November to celebrate-as per past tradition-the year's harvests, and has remained a time to be thankful for life.
In the USA there are 5 different TIME ZONES (Eastern, Central, Mountain, Pacific and Alaska).
On the AMERICAN FLAG the 50 stars represent the 50 states of the United States, and the 13 stripes represent the 13 British colonies that declared independence from Great Britain.
Trickor treat, Halloween is celebrated on October 31. Children dress up in costumes and go around the neighborhood knocking on doors shouting "Trick or treat!"

Public schools

American public schools are generally quite large with an average of 2,500 students. Students have access to all facilities on the school campus: auditorium, laboratories, music rooms, media center, library, cafeteria, gymnasium, sports facilities. Larger schools have more offerings in terms of both educational subjects and facilities than smaller schools.

Private schools

Private day schools are generally smaller than public day schools, offering a more structured academic environment and more timely support for international students.
Often the curriculum is designed to prepare students for college, and in most cases they earn a diploma.

Boarding schools

American boarding schools are campuses that also include student residences. Students live within the school campus, monitored by on-site staff.

Often, academic standards are high, with curriculum designed for college preparation. Classes generally consist of fewer students allowing for individualized student attention. They offer opportunities to participate in competitive sports and pursue leadership tracks.

Students who choose a Boarding Program live on campus or in student residences near the school, accruing independence, autonomy and being part of an inclusive community.

Duration of the program

Most schools allow you to attend one semester (fall or spring) or the entire year. Some schools offer the option of enrolling only for the entire school year. The visa is for the duration of the school program in which you are enrolled.

Participation in sports activities

Graduation and graduation

Some public schools, and most private schools, allow international students enrolled in grade 12 to graduate with only one year of study in the United States. The student must meet the necessary requirements. Use of the U.S. diploma will then be subject to the university pathways chosen by the student, and by the nation where the university is to be attended.

Language Junction advises its students to continue their education by completing their fifth year of high school in Italy.

Live with an American hostfamily

Hostfamilies are a very important part of the American high school experience. Our partners select families by looking for the best match between student and hostfamily.

Because the United States is a melting pot, American families can represent many realities by cultural, religious or educational background. Host families may consist of a single parent, a couple with children or without, older (empty nester) or younger. Each family will have its own lifestyle.

Some families choose to host two or three international students (of different nationalities).

Selective or semi-selective programs

The High School F-1 program allows international students to enroll in the program in the United States on a student visa. Students can select the School District of interest or a specific private school and live with an American host family.

In most cases they will be able to participate in sports teams or clubs organized by the school.

The semiselective program allows students to opt for a lower-cost F-1 program, where they do not exclusively select a specific destination, but can indicate a preference for certain school districts from a list of pre-selected school districts.

F1 Selective Seeds

The location

School Offerings and Sports

Leisure Time

Homestay accommodation

About USA

HIGH SCHOOL

CALENDAR

MATTERS

SCHEDULES, SPORTS AND CLUBS

Here are some curious facts:

Public schools

Private schools

Boarding schools

Duration of the program

Participation in sports activities

Graduation and graduation

Live with an American hostfamily

Selective or semi-selective programs

Would you like more information?

To participate in the free interview, fill out the form

The location

School Offerings and Sports

Leisure Time

Homestay accommodation

About USA

HIGH SCHOOL

CALENDAR

MATTERS

SCHEDULES, SPORTS AND CLUBS

Here are some curious facts:

Public schools

Private schools

Boarding schools

Duration of the program

Participation in sports activities

Graduation and graduation

Live with an American hostfamily

Selective or semi-selective programs

Would you like more information?

To participate in the free interview, fill out the form

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