Summer & Gap Year Opportunities Fair The Hotchkiss …

[Pages:9]Summer & Gap Year Opportunities Fair The Hotchkiss School

Tuesday, January 16, 2018 9:30 am to 1:45 pm

Programs in Attendance: * Also offer gap year programs

Academic Programs International (API)* ActionQuest / GoBeyond Art History Abroad* CIEE - Global Navigator High School Study Abroad* EXPLO Global Leadership Adventures Global Routes* Global Works Great Books Summer Program LITA Loop Abroad* ME to WE National Geographic Student Expeditions New York Times Student Journeys Oxbridge Academic Programs Projects Abroad* Putney Student Travel Rustic Pathways* Sail Caribbean Sol Abroad* Summer Discovery & Discovery Internships Summerfuel The Experiment in International Living* The Oxbow School: Oxbow Summer Art Camp Travel for Teens Where There Be Dragons*

Academic Programs International (API)* Academic Programs International (API) has operated study abroad experiences since 1997. Specializing in programs for high school students and recent graduates, API offers summer, semester, and academic year programs in Europe, Latin America, and Asia. Students may choose to participate in an international internship, study abroad program, or may pursue one of API's community service programs. In addition, API provides extensive pre-departure preparation and strong support services on-site to facilitate academic, cultural, and language learning.

ActionQuest / GoBeyond

ActionQuest offers incredible educational summer experiences for teens. For over 30 years, AQ has consistently delivered international leadership, sailing, scuba, community service and marine biology programs. Through hands-on learning and adventure travel throughout the world, we have successfully ignited the inherent leadership skills within thousands of young adults.

With over forty years of experience, GoBeyond seeks to empower young adults through authentic service projects, exhilarating adventure, and cross-cultural immersion. We design journeys that ignite students' passions by promoting leadership, teamwork, and personal growth while working to improve the places we explore. Discover what it really means to GoBeyond.

Art History Abroad* Art History Abroad offers a range of Summer Courses and Gap Year Courses ranging from 2 weeks to 3 months. Students have the chance to travel Europe and study art, culture, history and civilization with enthusiastic experts.

CIEE - Global Navigator High School Study Abroad* CIEE offers three types of opportunities for students to study abroad during and immediately after high school: 3- and 4-week Summer Programs focused on Language & Culture, Service & Leadership, or Global Discovery; semester or year-long High School Abroad immersion programs; and semester or year-long Gap Year Programs focusing on Language & Culture, Service & Leadership, or Global Internship.

EXPLO For more than 40 years, EXPLO has brought together bright, curious, and interesting young people from around the globe. EXPLO provides a range of one-, two-, and three-week summer programs for students ages 7 to 17 on the campuses of Yale University, Wellesley College, and Wheaton College (MA).

Global Leadership Adventures Global Leadership Adventures presents teen service-learning trips in inspiring communities across Africa, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Designed around each unique destination, every GLA program showcases the region's culture and global issues, inviting students to be immersed in local life through community service, hands-on learning, and adventure off the beaten path.

Global Routes* Be more than a traveler. Global Routes pioneers innovative, value-driven, experiential international education. The New York Times calls us "one of the most respected [organizations] in the field." Over 10,000 students have had transformative experiences through our industry-leading approach to community service, adventure travel, and cross-cultural exchange. Global Routes programs are perfect for the student seeking an authentic and meaningful experience that goes well beyond the tourist track and is focused on purposeful community service.

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Global Works For 28 years, Global Works programs have empowered middle and high school students to be global citizens and to make a positive impact through their travels.

Much more than a vacation, Global Works believes in authentic travel and service learning. Our international programs foster opportunities for fun and engaging leadership development and personal growth. Groups collaborate on meaningful and sustainable service projects with our partner communities around the world.

Choose from programs that focus on Spanish, French, pre-med & public health, sustainable business, education & the environment, marine biology, and adventure! Our destinations include Costa Rica, Fiji Islands, France, Galapagos, Guatemala, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, Puerto Rico, and Spain!

Great Books Summer Program Great Books Summer Program is a pre-college experience for students who love to read and debate literature and philosophy. Develop important critical thinking and close reading skills through Socratic discussion led by distinguished professors and scholars.

Join us on the campuses of Amherst, UChicago, Stanford, Dublin, Oxford, and Beijing. Explore great books and big ideas and make new friends from around the world! Writer's Workshops available too.

LITA LITA is a unique language immersion program in Spain with a more rural focus, geared toward students seeking a true immersive language experience. All of LITA's programs are 5 1/2 weeks in duration, focusing around a three-week homestay during which students have the opportunity to do an internship with a local business, take language classes, and complete independent research projects.

Loop Abroad* Loop Abroad offers two-week summer veterinary service programs for high school students in Thailand and Australia. Programs can be combined for a one-month adventure.

Graduating seniors may also apply for Thailand SCUBA and South Africa veterinary programs. All programs have small groups and are led by a veterinarian to teach you hands-on veterinary skills such as observational research on elephants and Australian mammals, zoo enrichments, physical exams, suturing and catheter placement, calculating drug doses and administering medicine, necropsies and dissections, and assisting in small animal surgeries. College credit and financial aid are available.

ME to WE Embark on an incredible journey and broaden your perspectives on the world as you explore a new culture and volunteer on sustainable development projects while working side-by-side with local communities. Through the experience, students will develop necessary skills and cross-cultural competencies while reflecting on cultural activities, volunteering and the connections they've built. ME to WE Trips encourage critical thinking and responsibility as a global citizen.

National Geographic Student Expeditions National Geographic Student Expeditions offer programs for middle & high school students focused on Photography, Wildlife & Conservation, Archaeology & Ancient Culture, Filmmaking, Creative Writing, Climate, & Community Service.

New York Times Student Journeys New York Times Student Journeys offer opportunities for high school students to explore themes prominent in Times coverage. Each journey is joined by a New York Times journalist or Times-selected expert.

Oxbridge Academic Programs Oxbridge has been welcoming intellectually adventurous 7-12th grade students for over 30 years to our summer study programs in Europe, the UK, and more recently, in the U.S. Learn more about Oxbridge's programs at Harvard, UCLA, St Andrews, and in NYC, language and immersion programs in France and Spain,

and our Tradition programs at Oxford and Cambridge. Courses range from International Relations, Medical Science, and language courses to Fashion, Photography, and many others.

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Projects Abroad* Projects Abroad is one of the largest volunteer abroad organizations in the world. Founded in 1992, we send 10,000 people abroad each year on a variety of service projects and internships overseas. All participants receive unparalleled in-country support from our full-time, professional staff to ensure that the experience is worthwhile and fun.

Putney Student Travel Putney Student Travel offers high school and middle school students opportunities focused on community service, language immersion, cultural exploration, and precollege enrichment. We are particularly excited this year for our new innovative high school programs such as Hurricane Relief in the Caribbean, adventures in Bhutan, Rwanda, and a Pre-College course in Japan.

Rustic Pathways* Rustic Pathways is a leader in providing superior quality international community service, education, and adventure programs for students. We offer one- to threeweek spring break and summer experiences, Gap Year programs, and custom group trips. Operating in 18 different countries, our programs cover a range of student interests and activities.

Sail Caribbean Students age 11 through 18 learn sailing, racing and seamanship while living coed with their own age group aboard 50-foot yachts and cruising the British Virgin and Leeward Islands. No prior experience is required.

Our focus is on experiential learning, leadership training and personal growth. Scuba certifications, snorkeling, tubing, wakeboarding, kayaking, and island exploration. Marine biology and community service are built into every program.

Students earn up to 30 service hours with projects including mentoring local youth and environmental conservation. High school academic credit available.

Sol Abroad* Sol Abroad provides study abroad, Gap Year, and Spanish immersion programs for students 14 - 18 years of age. Program locations are in Costa Rica (Atenas), Mexico (Oaxaca), Argentina (Buenos Aires) and Spain (Granada). Programs are offered during the summer and semester. Students live with local families, take Spanish classes on the weekdays, participate on weekend excursions and afternoon cultural activities and have the opportunity to perform community service work.

Summer Discovery & Discovery Internships We offer summer Pre-College and Internship programs for high school and middle school students. Live on a college campus, study with the host university faculty (college credit available), meet students from all over the world, and participate in a full residential life experience. Internships are located in NYC, Boston, and London. Customized company placement and 3 college credits.

Summerfuel Summerfuel offers personalized adventures for students seeking a unique summer experience. Our extensive range of programs encourages independence and friendship, striking the perfect balance between learning, exploration, and fun. We're proud of our reputation for providing a high level of attention and care, for being pioneers in our field, and for finding exciting new ways to make each student's summer unforgettable.

Of most interest to Hotchkiss students are our cultural exploration programs in France, Spain, and Oxford as well as our service through soccer program in Costa Rica. Some of our past Hotchkiss are: Ovie Ojeni, Jadon Joyner, Cole Billik, Nicola Chan, and Sonia Ghura.

The Experiment in International Living* The Experiment in International Living has been a leader in international education and experiential learning for high school students for more than 85 years. On our three- and four-week high school study abroad programs to 26 countries, students explore the world through hands-on experiences and homestays in local communities through the lens of a specific theme. Each year, hundreds of students come away from The Experiment with invaluable cultural, leadership, language, and college-prep skills that help them thrive in diverse environments.

The Oxbow School: Oxbow Summer Art Camp Live an artful life this summer! Join us for our engaging teen art-immersion program. Our 16-day sessions will inspire you to discover and develop your art practice and sense of self. You will experience what it's like to live and make art in community of passionate teachers, learners, and creators. No portfolios or previous art training required, just the desire to dive in and see what happens!

Session 1: June 24 - July 9 Session 2: July 15 - July 30

Mediums: Painting, Drawing, Photography, Digital Arts, Printmaking, Sculpture, Installation

Travel For Teens Travel For Teens offers over 100 different types of programs in 40+ countries. Each program focuses on creating an authentic travel experience where students are fully immersed in their host culture.

TFT's programs go beyond just sightseeing and put an emphasis on hands-on activities to gain a deeper understanding of each destination. This is a great option for those students who are looking to get off the typical tourist track and have a unique and genuine summer travel experience!

Where There Be Dragons* Founded in 1993, Where There Be Dragons is recognized as a leader in crosscultural education. With operations in seventeen countries, Dragons offers authentic, low-to-the-ground and immersive summer, Gap Year, and College Study

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