International Winter Newsletter

Office of International Education Newsletter ISSUE 2, FEBRUARY 2019

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Kennedy Catholic is world famous!

Dear Kennedy Catholic international students/families, host families, and agents, Kennedy Catholic is planting seeds worldwide to help build the Lancer Family network.

City officials, educators, alumni, students, and parents joined Mike Prato, Rommel Buenafe and Mariko Fujiwara for the Asia Support Office Grand Opening Ceremony, in Ichinomiya, Japan on November 9, 2018.

Kennedy Catholic was introduced throughout Asia, including Hong Kong, Macau, Japan, Philippines, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam.

The purpose of this trip was to recruit international students in diverse markets, to establish partnerships with agents and reputable universities, to build a bond with our alumni, current parents and prospective families, and finally, to share the mission

and vision of Kennedy Catholic with local churches, priests, and religious communities. In addition, Kennedy Catholic established a support office in Inchinomiya City in Aichi, Japan, which established ties to our Asian market, connected the City of Burien internationally, while generating a hub for future education and business partnerships. This supports the current strategic plan (2020 Vision) Goal Four; cultivating a robust, dynamic, and globally diverse student population.

Sincerely, Mariko Fujiwara, Director Office of International Education

SCHOOL FEES Tuition: 2019-2020 School Year: $33,000 2020-2021 School Year: $33,000 Housing: $11,500 Total: Approximately $47,000 (Includes tuition, housing, and fees)

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INTERNATIONAL ADMISSIONS Priority Deadline for Applications • February 15 for August enrollment which begins August 12, 2019 (accepting 40 students)

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ALUMNI PROFILE Take a step and soar to your future!

We are always delighted to see the faces of alumni. Recently, Lancer graduate, Yasuke Shinozaki, ‘00, returned to campus for a tour. He and his wife live in Guam and were back in Seattle for a visit. Read the full story here.

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We are always improving the dormitory and carefully maintaining our facilities. Our dorm is all inclusive and close to classes and activities - it’s right on campus. Each student stays in a large single room with community access to an outdoor space and game room.

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ADMISSIONS AND PLACEMENT TEST Read here to learn more about KITE, our admissions and placement test.

A step-by-step guide: When to give the practice KITE test: • If the student does not have a TOEFL/English score • If the student has a TOEFL or equivalent test score below 42 • If you are unsure of the student’s English skills and need to determine their level When to give the main KITE test: Online application and instructions found here Admissions Fact Sheet contains application timeline, deadlines, criteria, and other details 1. Complete the online application 2. Pay the $250 application fee 3. Automated confirmation email will be generated 4. International Admission Team will email the agent, family and/or Country Coordinator about needed paperwork 5. After all paperwork submitted, applicant will receive an email confirmation and invitation for a Skype admissions interview

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IMPORTANT FORMS AFTER ENROLLMENT A physical form must be signed and dated by a physician, state that the student is ‘cleared for all sports without restriction,’ and include parent/guardian authorization for medical treatment. Students should make an appointment in their home country prior to arrival! If students are interested in sports, email INT@kennedyhs.org to complete their registration. Forms due May 31, 2019.

Immunization forms - English - Chinese - Vietnamese Physical Form

IMPORTANT 2018-2019 DATES

6. International admissions team will email the agent, and/or Country Coordinator the KITE Main Flight Test user name and password

Easter Break - Starts April 19 after 3pm - Return Start Date is April 29 at 8am

7. KITE test administered

International Senior Dinner - May 30 at 6pm Family members are also welcome!

Please RSVP by March 1, 2019. Email name of participants to Mariko Fujiwara at FujiwaraM@kennedyhs.org

8. Test score available to our office immediately after test is completed 9. International Admission Team will schedule Skype admissions interview with qualified applicants 10. Results announced

Graduation - May 31 Year End - June 7, 2019 after 3pm

ADMINISTERING THE KITE PRACTICE TEST Testers copy and paste this URL into internet browser: https://testflight.takekite.com/register/kennedy8547 Students are anonymous users when taking this practice assessment. There is no record of their results, aside from the final screen displayed when the assessment is complete. The student should take a screen shot or photo of the final screen and capture the information in order to share the results.

An example screenshot of the results page:

JANUARY 2019 NEW STUDENTS (Top) New students during orientation.

(Bottom) President Mike Prato welcomes agents, families, and new students during orientation.

The Office of International Education welcomed 8 new Lancers during orientation in January. Students were from Kenya, Vietnam, China, and Taiwan. They participated in a variety of orientation activities during their welcome week to help prepare them for the new semester.

GET INVOLVED IN CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES Kennedy Catholic has dozens of extracurriculars to join. Some organizations and groups require paperwork before students can participate. It’s important to make sure these forms are completed before the start of the semester - especially athletics. Refer to page 3 for links.

Performing and Fine Arts Kennedy Catholic holds a rich and vibrant tradition in fine arts. Our award winning music department is renowned in the state and beyond. We believe that experience in the creative process is essential to all learners. Learning in, about and through the arts develops the capacity to make meaning from experience, to respond to creative expression and dream big.

Athletics Kennedy Catholic has a long and storied history as one of the premier athletic programs in the state. Being a Lancer athlete means being part of a team, meeting new people, and accomplishing great things.

Clubs and Activities Kennedy Catholic offers a wide variety of clubs and activities to fit student interests. These programs give students a sense of personal responsibility, teach teamwork, leadership, and bring students to recognize the values of faith and service to others. The DECA club prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high schools and colleges around the globe.

CONFIRM YOUR PLACEMENT AND GET YOUR VISA Accepted students will receive an enrollment packet with supplemental documents to be completed by the student. To reserve the student’s placement at Kennedy Catholic, the tuition deposit of $2,000 USD must be received by the deadline indicated. Upon processing of the enrollment documents and the tuition deposit, students will be issued their I-20 form.

• Students must apply for an F-1 visa with the local US Embassy or Consulate.

• Students can apply 120 days prior to the program start date.

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• Before making an appointment for an interview at the U.S. consular office, accepted students should pay their SEVIS fee online. The wait time for an interview varies from country to country.

Check the US State Department website to learn more about preparing the visa application.

• Students will then complete an interview to demonstrate their ties to their home country, ability to pay for their education, and seriousness as a student.

• Once the visa application has been approved, the remaining balance of tuition and fees will be due at a date indicated by Kennedy Catholic prior to student’s arrival.

• If the visa is not approved, the student will receive a refund of the enrollment deposit, upon sending copy of the denial letter.

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IMPORTANT DATES FOR 2019-2020 SCHOOL YEAR Housing Arrival for New Students - August 10 Orientation Starts - August 12, 9am Orientation Ends - August 16, 3pm Dorm opens for returning students - August 17 Thanksgiving Break - Starts November 27 after 6pm - Return Date, December 2 at 8am Christmas Break - Starts December 19 after 6pm - Return Date, January 6, 2020 at 8am New Students for Spring/January 2020 - Housing Arrival - January 11 - Orientation Starts - January 13, 9am - Orientation Ends - January 18, 3pm Easter Break - Starts April 10, after 3pm - Return Date, April 20 at 8am

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August 16, 2019

Washington National Golf Club

JOIN OUR ORIENTATION AND SIGN UP FOR THE LANCER GOLF CLASSIC Save the Date: Friday, August 16, 2019

Kennedy Catholic will be hosting a golf tournament, the Lancer Golf Classic, on Friday, August 16. It will be a shotgun start at 7:30 am, and breakfast, lunch, and greens fees are included in registration. Everyone is welcome to play.

Early registration will be available soon.