March 19-22, 2019 eXperience...eXplore...eXcel...eXcite...Discover X-Term!
September 2018 Dear Upper School Students, Parents, Guardians, and Friends, Over the past eight years, Minimester has become one of Miami Country Day School’s signature programs, and X-Term is prepared to take it to the next level. Falling under the GATEway umbrella, X-Term will continue the experiential and educational opportunities that Upper School students have come to love since 2011, but will now seek even more ways to reimagine that experience, to provide clear deliverables, and to take our students to new heights - whether they are local or halfway around the world. From a new sister school student exchange opportunity in Helsinki, Finland to the study of architectural design right here in Miami, and studying marine science in Bermuda to practicing holistic wellness here in Miami, this catalog is chock full of experiences for you to peruse - both new courses and the classic options enjoyed by former students. X-Term offers Upper School students the opportunity to explore a whole child passion not typically found in the traditional curriculum. Opportunities exist on campus, in the greater Miami community, and at domestic and international locations. X-Term transports students to experiential endeavors where the real world serves as the classroom and education is reimagined. X-Term supports the Miami Country Day School mission and its core values by enhancing the opportunities each student has to become a lifelong learner. X-Term 2019 will take place from Tuesday, March 19-Friday, March 22. The Upper School will hold an on-campus community service day on Monday, March 18. Any student participating in a travel X-Term, either domestic or international may have an extended X-Term experience - please consult those dates in this catalog. Please note that this week falls immediately prior to spring break. As attendance at X-Term is a graduation requirement, please plan any personal vacations accordingly. I am proud to share this catalog with you which represents the hard work of our dedicated Upper School faculty and staff. Over the past several months, they have created opportunities for your student that truly speak to experiential and hands-on education. When choosing a course, it is important to consider your student’s interests, the fee, whether he/she is a spring varsity athlete, and how you would envision spending this special week. For a complete list of X-Term policies and requirements, please refer to p. 15 of this catalog. We will begin the registration period on September 17 for those students interested in a travel X-Term only. The following week, we will hold registration for the remaining students. Please refer to p. 12 of this catalog for the detailed registration procedure. If you are interested in learning more about a particular course, I would invite you to our X-Term assembly and fair to be held on Wednesday, September 12 during the Upper School assembly period (10:55-11:55am) in the Center for the Arts. Join us to see all the possibilities alongside your student! I am thrilled to usher in this new era of learning in the Upper School. We have great new local opportunities and several new travel experiences. Read through them carefully and select the courses that most fit your student’s interest. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. eXperience… eXplore… eXcel... eXcite: Discover X-term! Sincerely, Glen Turf Director of Global Studies & International Programs
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THE ARTS “The purpose of art is washing the dust of daily life off our souls.” ...Pablo Picasso DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: Vicarious explorations through storytelling Facilitators: Mr. Runge Maximum enrollment: 10 Anticipated cost: $90 Appropriate for spring athletes: Yes By practicing the adaptive functions presented in Role Playing Games (RPGs), students learn to to think on their toes, solve problems, be creative, and ultimately learn how to become a team players. Because of the nature of Dungeons and Dragons, students will become comfortable with storytelling and role playing. They will strengthen their collaboration skills and experience creativity by the very nature of free-play in RPGs. Additionally, students will design 3D figurines using the Hero Forge CAD platform and then print those figures using our 3D printers. FREEZE FRAME Facilitators: Ms. Lara and Ms. Martinez Maximum enrollment: 20 Anticipated cost: $250 Appropriate for spring athletes: Yes Created to help students gain an understanding and appreciation for unique design and architecture, Freeze Frame is an opportunity to learn about building aesthetics and structural engineering. Through local guided tours showcasing iconic structures and historical sites, students have the chance to take a closer look at emblematic buildings many of us drive by every day without so much as a second glance. Working in tandem with The Miami Center for Architecture & Design, we will gain precious knowledge about the world of concrete and steel. This experience will help foster an understanding and appreciation for unique design in the South Florida environment. Students who are interested in careers in architecture, engineering, and design will be keen to take advantage of this opportunity which offers them the chance to engage with Miami’s exciting and evolving cityscape. MIAMI VIDEO SAFARI Facilitators: Ms. Davis and Mr. Brown Maximum enrollment: 20 Anticipated cost: $110 Appropriate for spring athletes: Yes To most of the world, Miami is known for its sizzle. Beach, sun, nightlife, shopping. But not everyone knows the crazy, colorful neighborhoods and people that really make Miami unique. The Miami Video Safari gives students a chance to experience and explore Miami’s hidden gems through the lens of their cameras. Students learn the fundamentals of documentary filmmaking, interviewing basics and the process of producing a film, while they have fun sightseeing in their own “backyards.” This will be the 6th year of documenting places, people and marvels our city has to offer.
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POTTER’S WHEEL Facilitators: Ms. Mistor and Ms. Veve Maximum enrollment: 20 Anticipated cost: $60 Appropriate for spring athletes: Yes With ten working potter's wheels in the CFA studio, students will work with a dedicated partner and take turns on/off the wheel, on a rotational basis. This course guarantees each student a "hands-on" experience for the majority of the studio time. However, when not actively throwing on the wheel, students will be completing other tasks and activities related to the process of pottery-making. The instruction will be individualized, with each student progressing at his/her own pace. A mandatory post-Xterm commitment from each student will be required, since pieces produced in the last two days will need to be glazed and fired the following week. We will begin by mastering the three skills necessary for successful throwing on the potter's wheel: centering the clay, opening the clay, and building up the wall. After this introduction, students will focus on producing cylinders (from which most other forms originate), then forms of alteration of the cylinder, then bowls, and finally, plates. Along the way, students will learn the art of trimming a suitable foot for their pottery, as well as pulling handles to enhance the functionality of their ware. All of the glazes used will be low-fire (cone 06-04), and non-toxic. Students will also be encouraged to use stains, underglazes, and crystal glazes to personalize their work. Finally, color, compatibility, and design should always be considered, when determining which glazes to use on the thrown forms, to produce a coherent body of work. PROJECT RUNWAY: ​Design Lab and and exploration in fashion design Facilitators: Ms. Pitchman Maximum enrollment: 15 Anticipated cost: $540 Appropriate for spring athletes: Yes The course covers machine basics, sketching, measuring, beginning pattern making, cutting, construction, and to that we are adding 3D printing, laser cutting and digital printing. Student will enjoy learning these valuable life skills and discovering the latest advances in wearable technology. The goal is to learn, experiment, and create a wearable garment using all the skills the students will be taught. A SURVEY OF VISUAL ARTS Facilitators: Ms. Schultz and Dr. Ruiz Maximum enrollment: 20 Anticipated cost: $40 Appropriate for spring athletes: Yes Students interested in photography, painting, drawing, and video art need look no further. We will visit various private galleries and public museums in South Florida, from the world-renowned Margulies collection in Midtown to the newly renovated and expanded Norton Museum in West Palm Beach. We will discover priceless artworks new and old. Our exploration of the South Florida art scene will end at the Wynwood Walls, prime example of engaged public art. All museum tours will be interactive and engaging. Students will be inspired to look at the world in new and unique ways, and maybe even create their own art.
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A TOTAL IMMERSION IN SOUTH FLORIDA THEATER Facilitators: Mr. D’Angelo Maximum enrollment: 20 Anticipated cost: $300 Appropriate for spring athletes: No Experience the artistic flavor of our community by immersing yourself in our local professional theater scene. See the very best shows that Miami has to offer in a variety of styles and take on the role of actor or critic, depending on your skill and comfort level. Theaters we attend include the Florida Grand Opera, Actors Playhouse, Slow Burn, and The Wick.
GASTRONOMY “People who love to eat are alway the best people” ...Julia Child DESPERATELY SEEKING CHOCOLATE Facilitators: Ms. Aronson and Ms. Schreffler Maximum enrollment: 20 Anticipated cost: $240 Appropriate for spring athletes: Yes Enjoy everything chocolate during four interesting and yummy days. We will unravel the agricultural, cultural and culinary roots of chocolate through local travel, recipes and of course tasting! Join us as we explore all things chocolate: bitter, dark, white and milk. A TASTE OF MIAMI Facilitators: Mr. Miguez and Ms. Vargas Maximum enrollment: 20 Anticipated cost: $180 Appropriate for spring athletes: Yes A Taste of Miami will explore the wealth of world cultures found in Miami, while educating the students’ palates. Students will have the opportunity to hear and learn about the historical background and language of the different countries that are represented in our surrounding community as they taste various cuisines. Think culinary adventure and you have the essence of this X-Term. HEALTH, WELLNESS, & RECREATION “To keep the body in good health is a duty otherwise we shall not be able to keep our mind strong and clear.” ...Buddha CHESS Facilitators: Mr. Hutsko and Mr. Henley Maximum enrollment: 40 Anticipated cost: $60 Appropriate for spring athletes: Yes Students will develop their chess abilities by engaging in various chess instruction throughout the week. Players will learn how to write chess notation and use it to analyze the games that they’ve played, stressing the use of critical thinking to improve their thought process. In addition to learning more about openings, improving tactics & strategy in their middle game, and preparing for different types of end games, students will also learn about the cultural significance of chess and its presence in media. Participants will follow the annual Candidates tournament, an international event taking place in the same week which determines who will vie to become the World Champion.. This group of (mostly) new U.S. Chess Federation members will put their skills to the test in a USCF rated tournament in which other schools will be
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invited to participate. GET FIT, STAY FIT! Facilitators: Ms. Sennett and Ms. J. Smith Maximum enrollment: 20 Anticipated cost: $275 Appropriate for spring athletes: Yes Ever thought about being the next "American Ninja Warrior" or maximizing your physical potential through innovative and exciting training? Join us and participate in creative workouts that challenge your mind, body, and soul. Activities to be included aerial yoga, cable water skiing, kickboxing, and culinary classes just to name a few. "Get Fit Stay Fit" emphasizes the importance of wellness with a focus on physical fitness and nutrition. SALSA & SWEAT! Facilitators: Ms. DeBlasio, Ms. Gomez-Martín, Ms. Zananiri Maximum enrollment: 40 Anticipated cost: $175 Appropriate for spring athletes: Yes Getting in shape has never been more intense, more diverse, or more fun! In Salsa & Sweat, you will not only learn how to dance salsa, but you will also work your body through intense and popular cross-training exercises. We begin every morning by learning the basics of the dance that is so fundamental to any social gathering in Miami--salsa! With guidance from expert instructors, you will perfect the "rueda," a group-danced salsa. Every afternoon, we head to the gym...but not any old gym! Barry's Bootcamp, Orangetheory, and Flywheel are some of the hottest exercises around! These intense physical activities will help you learn how to truly cross-train and keep your body and soul healthy for life. Whether you are an avid exerciser or somebody who is looking to explore new exercise regimes, Salsa & Sweat is waiting! YOGA AND MINDFULNESS Facilitators: Ms. Sardina and Ms. M. Smith Maximum enrollment: 30 Anticipated cost: $380 Appropriate for spring athletes: Yes Exercise, yoga, and nutrition — the ultimate X-Term for active people. Tone your body and spirit while learning to live a healthier life. This class will explore how the confluence of yoga, mindfulness and nutrition can promote personal growth and inner peace. Through twice daily yoga classes and classes on nutritional healing, meditation, acupuncture, and hydrotherapy, students will be guided into various levels of awareness, and ultimately take home the tools, knowledge and inspiration they need to make yoga a regular part of their lives. OUTDOOR ADVENTURE “A perfect gift for gift for anyone that loves the outdoors is inviting them on an adventure.”..Kayaker, Ben Stookesberry OPEN WATER DIVING COURSE Facilitators: Ms. Furth and Mr. Slotnick Maximum enrollment: 16 Anticipated cost: $475 Appropriate for spring athletes: No If you’ve always wanted to take scuba lessons, experience unparalleled adventure and see the world beneath the waves,
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this course is for you. In the Open Water Diving Course, you will learn to use basic scuba gear, and by the end of the week you will receive a certification. You will need adequate swimming skills and be in good physical health. No prior experience is required. Mask, fins, snorkel and safety signaling device are NOT provided and must be purchased ahead of time. Participants will be eligible for a 10% off discount on this equipment upon signing up for this X Term, information provided at first meeting.
WETWORKS Facilitators: Mr. Konen and Mr. Rosas Maximum enrollment: 20 Anticipated cost: $200 Appropriate for spring athletes: Yes This X-Term will go snorkeling twice in the Keys to observe coral reef habitats. In addition we will spend a day kayaking at Oleta to a spot where we will use dip nets to sample some of the benthic fauna. Finally we will tour the University of Miami aquaculture facility on Virginia Key. Some experience snorkeling is required for this minimester. Depending on the weather in March, the ocean is not necessarily a great place to learn "on the job." PARKS & RECREATION Facilitators: Mr. Wicker and Ms. Maxwell Maximum enrollment: 20 Anticipated cost: $720 Appropriate for spring athletes: Yes We invite you to participate in this Parks and Recreation Experience to learn, discover, be inspired, or simply have fun in national and state parks as well as to other recreational venues. To truly experience and explore these special places, we will discover their beauty, inspiration, and unique ability to amuse us. We will "Explore Nature." Learn about the natural resources in parks, from the rocks under our feet to the sky overhead and everything in between. We will visit John Pennekamp State Park where we will explore the reefs in a 4 1/2 hour snorkeling adventure. We will travel to Shark Valley National Park Park where we will bike and discover one of the most bio-diverse ecosystems in the world. Another stop will be iFly where we will simulate a skydiving experience then we will go to Dave and Busters for lunch and games. On our last day we will go to the historic Biltmore Hotel to attend their cooking academy. We will learn to prepare a real South Florida meal. This is some of the best of what makes South Florida so special. SAFARI ADVENTURE SOUTH FLORIDA Facilitators: Mr. Sverkounos Maximum enrollment: 30 Anticipated cost: $175 Appropriate for spring athletes: Can accommodate depending on makeup of group This is a local expedition throughout South Florida where you will be able to enjoy a new level of comfort with nature, and explore animals and plants like you never have before! You will learn about their roles in nature, human impacts, and conservation efforts. Discover endemic and exotic species from around the world. We will visit zoos, animal farms, botanical gardens, science museums, aquariums, and even go on safari. Our trips will also include airboat rides, an IMAX movie, and the best part of our adventure: hands-on interactions with wild animals and plants. It promises to be an unforgettable experience!
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PHILANTHROPY “Philanthropy is commendable, but it must not cause the philanthropist to overlook the circumstances of economic injustice which make philanthropy necessary.” ...Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. GIVE BACK TO MIAMI Facilitators: Mr. Lovett, Dr. Conea, Mr. Brown Maximum enrollment: 30 Anticipated cost: $20 plus voluntary donations at select sites Appropriate for spring athletes: Yes We are blessed to live in a community that has so much to offer, yet, there is still so much more that can be done to help those around us. Spend the week volunteering and giving back to the community we call home. By participating every day, each student can expect to complete his/her community service hours for the year.
REAL WORLD PREPARATION “As long as you keep one foot in the real world while the other foot's in a fairy tale, that fairy tale is going to seem kind of attainable.” ...Aaron Sorkin COLLEGE PREP 101 Facilitators: Ms. Kelly and Ms. Charles Maximum enrollment: 20 Anticipated cost: $150 Appropriate for spring athletes: Yes Starting life alone for the first time can be a challenge on multiple fronts – educational, financial, social, and more. With safety nets gone, college freshman have to figure it out alone. This minimester will teach you the skills to be better prepared for college! Join us as we blend fun, food, and real-life learning into making you into a prepared citizen of everyday life. We will start each morning focusing on life-skills, and then spend each afternoon in the kitchen creating simple dishes full of flavor that you will make easily in your own college dorm room! You don’t want to miss out on the on the college culinary fun! Includes: cooking equipment, take home college recipe book, laundry instructions, apron, essential dorm room cooking utensils, and other DYI supplies to become a successful college student! X-TERM INTERNSHIPS Facilitators: Mr. Turf Maximum enrollment: 5 Anticipated cost: $0 Appropriate for spring athletes: Yes X-Term is all about experiential learning and what better way to learn than to be on the job. This year, we are pleased to offer a limited number of X-Term internships. In order to participate, you will apply with Mr. Turf. Opportunities are: ● Miami Country Day School Lower School Teaching Assistant: Spend the week helping to facilitate learning in our own Lower School. You will be assigned to work with a class based upon your skills and interests. Responsible students and those with an interest in early childhood education are invited to apply. ● X-Term Archivist: O ver the years, X-Term (formerly Minimester) has become a fabric of who we are in the
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Upper School. These experiences need to be documented. Spend the week photographing, traveling to different sites, maintaining an online blog, and creating a 2018 X-Term documentary video. Technologically savvy students are invited to apply. SOCIAL JUSTICE “Every social justice movement that I know of has come out of people sitting in small groups, telling their life stories, and discovering that other people have shared similar experiences.” ...Gloria Steinem THE DIVERSITY SPECTRUM: Exploring diversity, inclusivity, and global equity Facilitators: Ms. J. Fulton and Dr. Michael Dentato (Associate Prof., School of Social Work, Loyola Univ. Chicago) Maximum enrollment: 15 Anticipated cost: $125 Appropriate for spring athletes: Yes Being a part of a multicultural and diverse society has its benefits, but also many challenges. How can people who are different from one another get along? How can we learn to appreciate someone else’s unique perspectives? This one-week training seminar facilitated by an Associate Professor from Loyola University Chicago will help you to not only walk in someone else’s shoes, but to also help facilitate peaceful and constructive dialogues on issues surrounding race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, socioeconomic status, political ideology, and religion. Skill building discussions and exercises will include self-reflection, the use of empathy, effective communication and listening skills, among other activities. Your time will also include some off-campus excursions that will allow you to appreciate the true cultural diversity of our city…Miami. OUR COURTS IN ACTION Facilitators: Ms. Dorn and Ms. Allen Maximum enrollment: 12 Anticipated cost: $85 Appropriate for spring athletes: Yes If you are an aspiring attorney or have an interest in the court system, this X-term is for you! “Our Courts in Action” will give students the opportunity to experience the legal system from the perspective of our local county and circuit judges as well as prosecuting and defense attorneys. Over the course of four days, students will have the opportunity to spend time in court with judges and attorneys from the criminal, civil, family, juvenile, and children’s courts. Students will observe trials, hearings, and other proceedings that take place on a daily basis within our court system. On occasion students will have the opportunity to sit with the judge on the bench while the trial or hearing is taking place. The students will not only have the opportunity to observe the hearings, but will also have the opportunity to speak with judges and attorneys about what has taken place in court, ask questions, and learn the different aspects of law practiced within our legal system. During some of our lunch breaks, the students will eat with judges, public defenders, and prosecuting attorneys to gather insight only a few have the opportunity to experience. By the end of the week students will have a greater understanding of our legal system, the law, and what it takes to be a practicing attorney or judge.
TRAVEL: DOMESTIC “America is not just a country, it’s an idea.” ...Bono FLORIDA THESPIAN STATE CONFERENCE Facilitators: Ms. Pla-Guzman Maximum enrollment: 20 Anticipated cost: $120
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Appropriate for spring athletes: No Dates: March 19-24, 2019 The Florida Thespian State Conference is a week-long immersion in the theatre arts specially for high-achieving high school drama students held in Tampa, Florida. The conference celebrates the creativity of theatre students and showcases outstanding school theatre productions on four professional stages and offers a wealth of learning and presentation opportunities encompassing all theatrical disciplines. All students, in good standing, who were adjudicated at the Thespian District Festival are eligible to attend the Florida State Thespian Festival, at the discretion of their Troupe Director, Mrs. Pla-Guzman. ●
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Students can select from hundreds of rigorous and engaging workshops taught by experts in their field. Topics include acting and performing, lighting, sets, sound, makeup, costume design and construction, directing, stage management, dance, and playwriting. More specialized subjects may include puppetry, stage combat, commedia dell’arte, and more. Students can meet with recruiters from dozens of top college and university theatre programs from across the country to interview and audition for admission and for thousands of dollars in scholarships. Individual Events that received a Superior rating at their District Festival are eligible to be adjudicated at the State Festival at the discretion of their Troupe Director and within the limitation of six (6) individual events per troupe. Make-up and Student Choreography Critics Choice winners for each district will take part in a workshop for their respective events at the State Festival Students attend performances every night.
NEW ORLEANS: Jazz, food, and history in the Big Easy Facilitators: Mr. Wicker and Ms. Maxwell Maximum enrollment: 20 Anticipated cost: $2,220 Appropriate for spring athletes: No Dates: March 18-22, 2019 New Orleans is one of the world's most fascinating cities – it's home to a truly unique melting pot of culture, food and music. Come and experience New Orleans, one of America's most culturally and historically-rich destinations. We will visit Preservation Hall, situated in the heart of the French Quarter on St. Peter Street where the venue presents intimate, acoustic New Orleans Jazz concerts. We will also visit the historic Mardis Gras m useum, explore the best restaurants in the French Quarter, have coffee and beignets at Café du Monde, take a segway tour through the city, and explore the many sights, sounds, and flavors of this incredible place. SILICON VALLEY Facilitators: Ms. Davis and Mr. Ball Maximum enrollment: 20 Anticipated cost: $2,900 Appropriate for spring athletes: No Dates: March 17-22, 2019 Silicon Valley is one of the wonders of the modern world, considered Ground Zero for entrepreneurs. This offering is a week of immersion into design thinking for budding student innovators. Students will meet and work with top entrepreneurs and creative thinkers from the Bay area. Through an array of activities, including mentoring sessions, site visits, a tour of Alcatraz, the Exploratorium and Big Sur, students will be able to brainstorm and build prototypes for inventions, as they marvel at California’s beauty, historic past, and entrepreneurial drive- the stuff needed to spark thinking to take their own ideas to the next level.
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THE SPIRIT OF NEW MEXICO Facilitators: Mr. Brennan, Dr. Sealey, Ms. Spence Maximum enrollment: 25 Anticipated cost: $2,500 Appropriate for spring athletes: No Dates: March 17-23, 2019 The state of New Mexico, first settled by Native Americans thousands of years ago, is full of people and histories ready for discovery. For X-Term, we invite you to visit with the spirits of New Mexico across over 100,000 square miles of open country, where Taos Pueblo in the North welcomes you to a modern-day adobe Indian settlement, and Ghost Ranch in Abiquiu reflects the light and dark of New Mexico’s undulating terrain. Sante Fe, New Mexico’s capital of art and culture in the western high desert, is as captivating as her White Sands national monument, where we'll get to sled down the steep gypsum dunes before heading to Chimayo, a small Spanish settlement that continues to draw pilgrims to its miraculous healing shrine. In addition, we will tour the Los Alamos National Laboratory, just a few miles away from the Trinity test site, which witnessed the explosion of the first nuclear bomb, and in Roswell we will visit the International UFO Museum. Along the way, we'll enjoy the unique New Mexican cuisine, stopping at, among other places, the Owl Cafe, world famous for its green chile cheese burgers. In short, we'll have the opportunity to experience the ancient and modern spirits of New Mexico that animate the long history and diverse culture of this state of wonders. TRAVEL: INTERNATIONAL “It’s better to travel ten thousand miles than to read ten thousand books.” ...Ancient Chinese proverb BERMUDA: Marine field studies Facilitators: Ms. Paciorek and Mr. Hernandez Maximum enrollment: 20 Anticipated cost: $2,600 Appropriate for spring athletes: No Dates: March 18-23, 2019 You will travel to the Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences (BIOS), where you will participate in field trips and lab sessions focused on marine biology and wildlife conservation. Activities include snorkeling among pristine coral reefs, nature hikes, habitat restoration work, and cave exploration. Of course, there will be some time to enjoy the beach! If you love being in the water and on the water and have a passion for marine creatures, ecology and scientific investigation, this is the trip for you! Accommodations are dormitory-style, and most meals will be eaten on campus. Website: www.bios.edu HELSINKI, FINLAND STUDENT EXCHANGE: Host and be hosted by a student in Helsinki, Finland Facilitators: Mr. Turf and TBD Maximum enrollment: 15 Anticipated cost: $1,350* *Please note: This price is not inclusive of airfare. An official flight itinerary will be provided to families and they are invited to book their own airfare. This will permit the use of air miles or flight deviations. Currently, airfare ranges from $600-$800 for MIA/FLL to Helsinki. Appropriate for spring athletes: Yes, as a host only Dates: Students interested in traveling should be available to host during the dates below. If you are interested in hosting but cannot travel, or traveling but are unable to host, please see Mr. Turf to work out the details. ● Finnish students in Miami: February 22-March 3, 2019 ● Miami students in Helsinki: March 15-March 24, 2019 From the Aurora Borealis to an incredible food scene, and natural beauty to some of the most friendly people you’ll ever meet, why would anybody not want to travel to Finland? This incredible opportunity charts a new path for Miami
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Country Day School - a sister school partnership with The English School of Helsinki. For 10 days, experience life like a Finn! Live with a Finnish family, attend some classes, and get to know everything about Helsinki and its surroundings. Plus, take a day trip to Tallinn, Estonia. This is your chance to truly sink your teeth into a culture unlike any other! BERLIN, MUNICH, PRAGUE: Wunderbar! Facilitators: Mr. Miguez and Ms. Vargas Maximum enrollment: 20 Anticipated cost: $3,470 Appropriate for spring athletes: No Dates: March 15-24, 2019Students who participate in this trip will have the opportunity to experience t oday’s pulsating life in three European metropolis following the traces of the past, which make these cities unique. Furthermore, they will gain an understanding of diversity, tolerance and compassion. Participants will have a chance to meet with local students to compare and contrast life in the United States vs. life in Germany. Therefore, students will learn about geography, human geography, history and international relations. Mark your calendars: GATEway Summer 2019 GATEway, or Global Access To Education, is Miami Country Day School’s summer academic program that provides rising 10th – 12th graders with an academically stimulating learning experience abroad. Students earn high school credit from Miami Country Day School, while immersing themselves in rich foreign cultures. Classes are taught in English, and no study of a foreign language is required. The program is open to both Miami Country Day School and non-Miami Country Day School students. Academic credit is given for successful completion of the program. GATEway Alps! Geneva｜Milan June 8 - July 8, 2019 Rate: $6,180 This summer, GATEway returns to the Alps for four weeks of learning, excitement, and fun! For four weeks, current 9th, 10th, and 11th graders will have the opportunity to live and study in Geneva and Milan while also earning Miami Country Day School academic credit for successful completion of a course of study. GATEmates will learn about a unique part of the world filled with global humanitarian centers, breathtaking views, and, of course, fashion! ●
While on GATEway, our GATEmates: ○ Live and learn in two amazing cities, Geneva and Milan! ○ Study the amazing art and architecture of Switzerland and northern Italy ○ Focus on global humanitarian efforts at the second largest headquarters for the United Nations ○ Earn academic credit while taking hands-on and exciting courses offered only in Geneva and Milan! ○ Practice their French! Learn Italian! Learn the art of pasta making! ○ Visit the Olympic headquarters in Lausanne, Switzerland and walk the same streets as the athletes of the 2006 Winter Olympics in Turin, Italy! ○ Go hiking in the Alps! ○ Live the soccer spirit of A.C. Milan! ○ Explore nearby cities such as Lausanne, Turin, and Lake Como
What’s new for 2019? GATEway Cultural Extension: Paris Lights! July 8-12, 2019 Rate: $1,500 (estimate - final rate to be published in October) Yearning for more time abroad? Our GATEmates can choose the optional end-of-program cultural extension, “Paris Lights!,” and spend five days discovering the French capital, also known as “The City of Lights.”
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X-TERM REGISTRATION INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS DOMESTIC and INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL X-TERMS ONLY: Registration dates/times/procedures Priority will be given in order of grade beginning with 12th until 8:00am on Monday, September 17. After 8:00am, priority is first come, first served. GRADE
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Monday, Sept. 17
7:30am-8:00am Center for the Arts
8:00am-3:30pm World Languages Center, Office of Global Studies & International Programs
When notified of enrollment, parent/guardian must complete the “International and Domestic Travel Letter of Commitment” to confirm spot.
LOCAL X-TERMS ONLY: Registration dates/times/procedures: Priority will be given to in order of grade beginning with 12th until 8:00am on the day provided below. After 8:00am, priority is first come, first served. GRADE
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Monday, Sept. 24
7:30am-8:00am Center for the Arts
8:00am-3:30pm World Languages Center, Office of Global Studies & International Programs
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Monday, Sept. 24
7:30am-8:00am Center for the Arts
8:00am-3:30pm World Languages Center, Office of Global Studies & International Programs
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Tuesday, Sept. 25
7:30am-8:00am Center for the Arts
8:00am-3:30pm World Languages Center, Office of Global Studies & International Programs
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Tuesday, Sept. 25
7:30am-8:00am Center for the Arts
8:00am-3:30pm World Languages Center, Office of Global Studies & International Programs
X-TERM REGISTRATION CHECKLIST: Please follow to ensure a successful X-Term registration: PREFERENCE:
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Parent/Guardian permission: Sign next to each course for which you agree to be charged/allow your child to participate.
X-Term
DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: Various explorations through storytelling FREEZE FRAME MIAMI VIDEO SAFARI POTTER’S WHEEL PROJECT RUNWAY: Design Lab and and exploration in fashion design A SURVEY OF VISUAL ARTS A TOTAL IMMERSION IN SOUTH FLORIDA THEATER DESPERATELY SEEKING CHOCOLATE A TASTE OF MIAMI CHESS GET FIT, STAY FIT! SALSA & SWEAT! YOGA AND MINDFULNESS OPEN WATER DIVING COURSE WETWORKS PARKS & RECREATION SAFARI ADVENTURE SOUTH FLORIDA GIVE BACK TO MIAMI COLLEGE PREP 101 X-TERM INTERNSHIPS: MCDS Lower School Teaching Assistant X-TERM INTERNSHIPS: X-Term Archivist THE DIVERSITY SPECTRUM: Exploring diversity, inclusivity, and global equity OUR COURTS IN ACTION
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Priority: Indicate your preference. Rank at least five.
Parent/Guardian permission: Sign next to each course for which you agree to be charged/allow your child to participate.
X-Term
DOMESTIC TRAVEL X-TERM OFFERINGS: FLORIDA THESPIAN STATE CONFERENCE NEW ORLEANS: Jazz, food, and history in the Big Easy SILICON VALLEY THE SPIRIT OF NEW MEXICO INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL X-TERM OFFERINGS: BERMUDA: Marine field studies HELSINKI, FINLAND STUDENT EXCHANGE: Host and be hosted by a student in Helsinki, Finland
BERLIN, MUNICH, PRAGUE: Wunderbar!
X-TERM POLICIES AND REQUIREMENTS: Please read the following policies and requirements and indicate your agreement with your name, signature, and date below: ●
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X-Term is a graduation requirement and will appear on the Miami Country Day School transcript. Students will receive a grade of Pass/Fail. Students are required to be in attendance. Failure to do so will result in a loss of graduation credit. A drop/add period will follow the enrollment posting. Upon completion of the drop/add period, X-Term changes will only be honored in the rare cases of an even switch. Enrollment fees may still be incurred after the drop/add period for local X-Terms and as per the cancellation policy for travel X-Terms Spring varsity athletes may not participate in a travel X-Term and should be mindful of X-Terms that travel off campus. Please follow the guidelines stated on each course description as to the appropriateness for spring athletes. X-Term fees will be billed by the Business Office in the fall and must be paid in full by December 14, 2018. Families and students for traveling X-Terms will be required to attend an evening meeting in January 2019. Limited financial aid opportunities are available. The Office of Admissions and Financial Aid has communicated with families who are eligible to receive an award.
Parent/Guardian (please print): ___________________________________________
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