Summer Camp 2017 Program Guide Student Program at Saint Anselm College Session 1- July 9 – 21, 2017 Session 2- July 16- July 28, 2017
Above Photo Saint Anselm’s College Campus in Manchester, NH. USA 1
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Cover Table of Contents Important Program Information and Dates Arrival information FOLE Who We Are Program Information Typical Schedule English Immersion and Personal Challenge Location Information Excursion Information Campus setting and Features Residence Hall Information Program Fee information Food-Meals Dining Hall and Laundry Details Banking and Shopping Health and Well Being Health Insurance Student Rules, Guidelines and Expectations Dismissal Policies and Rules Dismissal Process Packing Guidelines Packing Advice Cancellation Policy B-1/B-2 USA Visa Information and Procedures 5 Day & 4 Night Travel Tour
This program is totally run and organized by FOLE and Saint Anselm College does NOT administer or run any part of this program and is not responsible for any part of it! 2
Important Program Information and Dates Please read the information in this guide over carefully, it has important dates, details and rules that each student will be responsible for following. Once you have received an acceptance admission email from FOLE you must do the following within 15 days of receiving your acceptance email. Note - if you applied through one of our Chinese Partner agencies follow their instructions for turning in the required registration and medical forms and making payments. 1. Complete and have both the student and Parent/Guardian sign the Registration form. Read it carefully it is a legal document! 2. Complete and have a parent/guardian sign the medical form. 3. Mail the signed forms to FOLE at this address. (we suggest you make a copy for your records) FOLE 37 Fremont Road Sandown, New Hampshire 03873-2203 United States of America 4. Make a $500 USD non-refundable deposit to FOLE to confirm your space in the program. - See FOLE Website for payment instructions - The remainder of the student Program/tuition payment must be received by June 15, 2017.
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Arrival information Session 1 – Arrival date is Sunday July 9 and Departure date is Friday July 21, 2017. Session 2 – Arrival date is Sunday July 16 and Departure date is Friday July 28, 2017 If you are NOT flying with a partner group you MUST notify FOLE via email of your travel arrangements as soon as you make them so we can coordinate airport pickup/departure arrangements. Arrival Check in is from 12:00 to 4:00 PM at the Living Learning Center at Saint Anselm College, Manchester, NH. Transportation from Logan Airport, International Terminal E, Boston, Massachusetts, USA to Saint Anselm college will be provided once in the morning and once in the afternoon on arrival days. The exact time will be announced on the FOLE summer program website once we know most student arrival times. Departures will be from Saint Anselm College to Logan Airport, Terminal E on two scheduled times. Again that specific time will be announced on the website once travel arrangements for most students are known.
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Who we are FOLE- (Facilitators of Learning Experiences) is a dynamic company run by educators that specializes in connecting students from all over the world to American schools, Universities and education methods. We provide personal and online training, education services and American connections to education organizations and schools throughout the world. And we assist individual students with education counseling and application services to American schools and universities. We also run summer programs for teachers and students to train key 21st century skills and in understanding American education methods and culture. This year we are excited to be holding our FOLE summer programs at the prestigious Saint Anselm College campus in Manchester, New Hampshire.
The Program In today’s schools and workplace knowledge is common, students and workers already know a lot. But they often do not understand HOW to take that knowledge and use it effectively. They do not know how to “think outside the box” and be creative in finding solutions to problems. Our program changes that! FOLE’s summer program challenges students with problem based education skills. It teaches leadership, communication, teamwork, collaboration, critical thinking and creativity in a very safe and fun environment. The program is designed around the 21st Century skills that are the real keys to success in todays and tomorrows world and workplace.
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Our program teaches students how to learn those skills and then use them to solve problems in an exciting and fun learning environment. Another key part of our program is we build confidence and personal strength in our students. Real confidence comes from within you; you have to believe in yourself and your abilities! That comes from not just what you know, but more from what you believe you can do! The FOLE program teaches you how to overcome challenges, how to see setbacks as not obstacles but as real opportunities to grow, innovate and succeed. The daily activities and lessons are designed to not only teach important skills, but also to challenge students so step by step they mature and grow in confidence and abilities!
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Typical Daily Schedule An example of a day scheduled in the student summer program Wake up 7:00 7:15 – 7:45 Exercises 7:45 – 8:15 Shower/make beds (required) 8:15 - 9:00 Breakfast and personal time Programs start at 9:00 with announcements, day’s plans and celebrate any special days (birthdays etc.) 9:00 to 12:00 Classes/Activities with students being in smaller group sessions for most activities •
Problem solving activity- Small teams given Survival game scenario to solve. Staff observes with class discussion about solutions! (Teamwork and critical thinking skills) • English speaking activity- Each camper will share with group one life experience in English for a minimum of 5 minutes. Graded by staff with results shared in individual counseling session later in day. Todays topic- My biggest success in life. • Introduction to todays English essay writing lesson. Topic today is “ Choosing the best vocabulary to support your essays theme” Essay will be graded and discussed in counseling session! 12:00- 12:45 Lunch and personal time 12:45 to 5:45 Classes /Activities • Individual Problem Solving activity- Today- Match puzzles- solving by thinking outside the box! Group discussion- solutions and methods! • English vocabulary lesson- Todays word list- words involved with sports and teams. • Team mental/physical sports- Todays objective- Team distance egg toss. (Strategy and solutions) • Class- American culture and Education- Todays topic –sports and influence on American culture. • Leadership Lesson- Todays topic- When to personally lead, when to delegate. 5:45- 6:30 Dinner and personal time. 6:30 -8: 30 Individual counseling with staff and Game night (Various strategy games) 8:30 -10:00 Personal time then lights out! 7
English Immersion and Personal Challenge The summer program is also an English imersion program with all classes taught in English. With daily reading, writing and speaking lessons students will see definite improvement in their English abilities. A key part of the Summer program experience is the personal challenge. Shortly after arrival each student will meet with staff and agree on a personalized challenge. This “challenge” will be some specific personal area or areas that need improvement. Daily and weekly goals are given and students will meet daily with staff members to discuss their progress and receive advice and personal counseling. By the end of the camp every student will know much more about themselves and what they really are capable of and grow more mature and confident!
“If it doesn’t challenge you, it will not change you!”
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The Location
New Hampshire is located in the Northeast part of the United States. It is consistently rated one of the best and safest states to live in, near many of America’s best colleges and schools and close to Boston, Massachusetts, the Atlantic Ocean and the White Mountains. This allows us to have day excursions to visit to Boston to see cultural sites there as well as visits to Harvard University and the MIT Campus.
MIT, Boston Harvard University Also a short drive to exciting day excursions to hike and visit the beautiful White Mountains and places like Hampton Beach!
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Cannon Mountain, NH
Hampton Beach, NH
The FOLE student Summer program is being held for 2017 on the beautiful modern campus of Saint Anselm college. Saint Anselm is a prestigious liberal arts college located in Manchester. New Hampshire.
Above Photo Saint Anselm College Campus, Manchester, NH
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The College Campus
Above Photo Residence Hall for FOLE program July 2017
You will be staying in a modern well equipped residence Hall on the campus. You should expect to be assigned to a room with two or three occupants. There are a very limited number of single rooms available for an additional fee and those are allotted on a first come first served basis based upon the order in which we receive the student completed registration forms indicating the request for a single room and the $500 non-refundable deposit. You will have access to a communal, single sex bathroom with showers. Your room will be furnished with a single bed, dresser, desk and chair for each student. Rooms have an overhead light and window blinds. Bed linens will be provided. The residence hall has several floors and multiple wings so there will be single sex wings or floors ensuring same sex privacy for the students. For safety a staff member will be present overnight on each floor that has students!
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Above Photo Typical Residence Room
Above Photo Entertainment Area
The residence building has secure locked access, includes classrooms, an entertainment area plus several common areas for students to meet. There is also a kitchen area for snacks as well as a laundry room where students can do laundry if necessary.
Above Photos Kitchen and Laundry Are
Each student is responsible for keeping their room, the hallways and common areas clean, neat and free of personal items and trash. The housekeeping staff is there to keep a sanitary environment, NOT to clean up after you; your parents also will not be with you- so please 12
clean up after yourself! Note that quiet hour in the rooms and hallways begin at 9:30 PM. Any disturbances after that will be dealt with by FOLE staff. Except on some planned excursions, students will be part of a structured program and will not have free time to leave the campus or do activities not organized by FOLE! Students are required to be in the residence hall or immediate surroundings for all personal times. Important note to parents- Although students will be part of a structured learning environment, there will be times during student personal time and during some activities and excursions where students will NOT have 24/7 direct supervision by FOLE staff. Staff will often be available and in most cases nearby but there are times where the student WILL NOT be directly supervised.
Program Tuition/Fee The program fee includes the cost of program activities and classes, scheduled meals, residence hall housing, scheduled airport transportation to/from the Logan International airport on arrival/departure day), linen pack rental, and recreational activities sponsored by the Summer Academy. NOT included in the program/tuition fee are airfare, textbooks, and any food items or meals purchased that were not part of the FOLE meal program. Please inquire with FOLE Associate or Agency for specific pricing and details.
Food and Meals Breakfasts, Lunches and dinners will be provided to all students at set times and costs are included in the program fee. A FOLE student ID will be required to get meals at the Saint Anselm colleges dining hall. 13
Above Photo Buffet Style Meals
Above Photo Dining Hall
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Dining Hall The dining hall provides an assortment of nutritious food in a buffet environment. There will also be several meals eaten during excursions and at several event nights (such as Pizza night and Barbecue night). Those meal costs are also included in the program fee. Any other food, snacks or food items purchased by students will be their responsibility and at their own expense. If students wish to purchase food or any other items you will need cash (USD) or a credit/debit card.
Laundry Laundry washing machines and clothes dryers are located in the residence hall. There is a small fee for use of those machines. Students are responsible for providing your own detergent and laundry supplies though some are available for sale on-site. Like any common area you are responsible for cleaning up after yourself in the laundry room and not leaving any mess behind.
Banking and Shopping How much money should each student bring? That answer really depends on each individual. The program tuition provides for organized activities, housing and meal costs. So there is no real need for any significant amounts of money during the program. A small amount $50 to 100 is reasonable for most students and would cover incidental and textbook costs. In fact we advise that students DO NOT CARRY large sums of money or have valuable items with them. FOLE is NOT responsible for lost or stolen items and program staff cannot hold money or valuables for students or be responsible for any of their 15
finances in any way! Please plan accordingly! Note that there will be excursions, including one to a shopping area, where students can purchase items and souvenirs. So, some may wish to have more money. Many of those areas may have ATM machines available in case your student needs funds but a credit/debit card that works in the United States is preferable.
Health and Well-being The health and well-being of students attending FOLE student summer program is an important concern for us. Please be sure to fill out the medical form accurately and completely when you register your student. IF there are any changes to their medical condition after the form is sent in please notify FOLE (in writing) of the changes and updated information so we can be sure to notify medical professionals should that become necessary. Students will be responsible for the care and administration of ANY medication the student needs to take during their time at the FOLE summer program. Staff members are NOT authorized to administer or hold any medication for students! Students should keep all medication in its original prescription bottle with its RX label. Notify FOLE staff if your medication requires refrigeration so we can help you obtain refrigeration if needed and bring it to them immediately on arrival to the campus. Students will be responsible to keep their medication secure at all times.
Health Insurance Health costs in America can be very expensive. As part of your tuition FOLE will provide basic Health insurance through a plan issued by the MEDEX - Travmed Choice plan. Please note that the insurer will pay medical expense benefits for covered expenses that result directly from a covered accident or sickness and no other cause. Benefits are subject 16
to deductibles, benefit periods, benefit maximums and/or limits shown in the schedule of benefits. See the website for details and schedule of benefits. https://www.medexassist.com/ and https://www.medexassist.com/Individuals/Products/DetailChoiceIB.asp x for more details. Note that there are limits to this coverage and any and all costs not covered by this insurance are the responsibility of the student and student’s family and in no way will FOLE be responsible for any medical payments or costs. If this is a concern it may be advisable to purchase additional health insurance.
General Health and Sleep If at any time a student feels ill or has any medical situation or injury they should notify a FOLE staff member as soon as possible. Also the program can be a very exciting time for students; however they should try to get enough rest so they can take full advantage of the program and its opportunities. Part of learning to be mature is taking responsibility for eating and sleeping habits during times like this.
Rules, Guidelines and Student Expectations As a FOLE Summer program student you will be expected to behave with the highest conduct standards. Because the summer program experience stresses personal responsibility and growth you will not be directly supervised by a summer program staff member at all times. We expect you to behave as a responsible young adult, taking personal responsibility for your behavior, behaving in a trustworthy and safe manner, and making decisions that will enhance your experience and the experience of your peers and the summer program staff. Your 17
safety is our primary concern and we provide guidelines and rules to help keep you safe. The behavioral guidelines, established for your safety, will be further explained during your student orientation. We encourage you to ask questions if you do not fully understand any of the rules associated with summer program. Your residence hall room will be inspected for damage prior to your arrival. You are expected to maintain your room and treat all FOLE and Saint Anselm facilities with the utmost care and respect. If you damage any facilities or equipment on or off campus, you will be required to pay for any damage caused by your actions!
Dismissal from Summer Program The safety of summer program student’s is our primary concern and our guidelines and rules have been developed with your safety and security in mind. We expect your own decisions to be guided by maturity, respect, and trustworthiness for the duration of the program. In the event of inappropriate behavior or violation of FOLE Summer program rules, the Director of Summer Program will confer with FOLE leaders and investigate the incident. Although we do not desire for any student to be dismissed from the Summer Program, we will not hesitate to withdraw you from the program should your behavior warrant this decision. Withdrawal/dismissal decisions will be made by the Director with input from the FOLE staff. If you engage in any of the following actions, whether they occur on campus or at any off-campus locations, you will be immediately dismissed from the FOLE summer program: • Failure to follow reasonable orders and directions from a FOLE staff member. 18
• In our efforts to create a safe, supportive, and respectful community, you must refrain from profanity, teasing, harassment, and bullying whether in person or on social media. Cyber-bullying and cyberstalking are expressly prohibited. • Possession, sale, or use of alcohol or illegal drugs as evidenced by observation, behaviors, social media sites, video, photographs, etc. • Smoking any substance Examples of prohibited smoking devices include, but are not limited to, cigarettes, e-cigarettes, and vaporizers! • Possession or use of weapons of any kind! • Academic or social dishonesty (examples include but are not limited to copying, plagiarism, theft, pranks, and bullying) • Tampering with fire alarms, fire extinguishers, or hoses • Damage to FOLE or Saint Anselm facilities or equipment. • Risky, damaging, disruptive, or uncontrolled behavior that endangers a student’s safety or the safety of others • Physical altercation with another person, whether initiating the behavior or as a response behavior. • Visiting the opposite sex, or having visitors of the opposite sex, in a residence hall room. • Interaction of a sexual nature or sexually suggestive manner with any other person, including faculty, staff, and program participants. • Use of matches, lighters, candles, fireworks, or any other incendiary device unless it is part of a lesson! • Failure to sleep in assigned sleeping quarters each night or leaving FOLE training areas or residence hall without permission. • You will be expected to follow all procedures and guidelines as presented in the student orientation 19
Any dismissal decision will be made at the discretion of the Director in consultation with the appropriate FOLE leaders and will take the details of each situation into account on an individual basis. If you are dismissed from the FOLE summer program you will be responsible for all associated costs, including program costs, travel-related costs, and any damages resulting from prohibited behaviors. You will be required to depart from campus within 24 hours from the time you are dismissed from the Summer Academy. Transportation will be arranged to Logan airport. Dismissal from Summer Academy constitutes withdrawal from all activities and no refund of any program/tuition costs will be made!
Packing Guidelines Below are some recommendations for packing. This is not an exhaustive list, but only a guide that you can use in thinking about what you will need and what you might want to bring. If you do not plan to do laundry then you must have enough different clothing items to last for the entire two weeks. Clothing ItemsKeep in mind that you will be in an academic setting and that if any of the Summer Program staff believes that a particular outfit is inappropriate you will be asked to change. Summers in New Hampshire are often warm to occasionally hot with an occasional cooler, rainy day. Excursions to the mountains and beach will occur so be prepared for those as well with some clothes and footwear suitable for short hikes with a light jacket or sweatshirt and clothes for the beach. There also will be some exercises and sports played so gym clothes and sneakers will be needed. Most days’ casual dress will be fine with shorts, skirts 20
and jeans, t-shirts. There will be some visits to colleges and schools and we require more formal attire such as collared shirts, long pants for the men and skirts/pants with nice tops for ladies.
Non-Clothing Items • Cell phone/smart phone with service that works in the United States with charger. • Personal Toiletries-soap/shampoo etc. • Container to hold/carry toiletries • Sunscreen, Insect repellant • Shower sandals/bathrobe • Backpack • Class supplies- notebook, pencils/pens • Laundry bag (laundry supplies may be purchased) • Camera (or use smartphone) • If necessary - an English translator or smartphone application for translating English • Power converter if you bring any electronic devices that cannot use power outlets in the US. • Credit/Debit card that will work in the US. • Other items of a personal nature needed or used. NOTE- We DO NOT advise that student bring valuable items or large amounts of cash. FOLE WILL NOT be responsible for any lost or stolen items!
Cancellation Policy Should unforeseen circumstances require a student to withdraw from the program, we will issue a partial refund of the program fee/tuition, excluding the $500 nonrefundable deposit, as follows (refunds shall be on a Bank-to-Bank basis through the use of routing numbers and Bank SWIFT code for accurate accounting of all funds): 21
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Prior to 10 days before start date of program: 100% refund of program/tuition fee balance, excluding $500 nonrefundable deposit. Within 10 days of program start date: 75% refund of program/tuition fee balance, excluding $500 nonrefundable deposit. During first five days of program: 50% refund of program/tuition fee balance, excluding $500 nonrefundable deposit. After five days of program: No refund of any program/tuition fee.
United States Visa Information The FOLE Student Summer Camp program is a non-credit academic enrichment program. As a participant in a non-credit program, you will not need and will not be eligible for a student visa. International participants (that is, nonU.S. citizens or non-U.S. permanent residents) will need a B-1/ B-2 visa.
Visa Application Procedures Speak with a representative of your local embassy to determine the proper documentation and steps to obtain your B-1 / B-2 visa. We encourage you to apply for your visitor visa early as it can be a timeconsuming and lengthy process.
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5 Day & 4 Night Travel Tour
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