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Hoppers Crossing SC Overseas Learning Experience ‘CHINA’

Hoppers Crossing SC Overseas Learning Experience ‘CHINA’. www.hopcross.vic.edu.au. Format of the Evening. The Background of the Overseas Learning Experience Details of the Study Tour The proposed itinerary Requirements – e.g. Travel Insurance etc The Application process

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Hoppers Crossing SC Overseas Learning Experience ‘CHINA’

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  1. Hoppers Crossing SC Overseas Learning Experience‘CHINA’ www.hopcross.vic.edu.au

  2. Format of the Evening The Background of the Overseas Learning Experience Details of the Study Tour The proposed itinerary Requirements – e.g. Travel Insurance etc The Application process What happens if I am selected Questions

  3. The Background • In 2012 HCSC sent 12 students and 3 staff to China for 3 weeks in September 2013. • Overwhelming interest from student body and extremely positive feedback from 2012 delegation • HCSC will send a second delegation in September 2013 for 2 weeks • Investigate the cultural aspects of China • Investigate the academic program in Shanghai • Initially based at Utahloy International School – Gaunagzhou – 6 days. • Travel by air to Beijing, Xian and Shanghai.

  4. Details of the Program • Visit China for approx 2 weeks in Sept 2013. • Leave Sat 14th Sept (last week of Term 3) • Return Sun 28th Sept (middle of Term 3 holidays) • Hotel accommodation (approx 3.5 to 4 star) will be included in the program • Airfare (international and domestic), Food & Admission prices to events are included.

  5. Costs of the Program • Students would be expected to contribute $300 towards this program. • Visas and Travel Insurance ARE NOT included and would be paid for by the student. • Chinese VISA Application $98.50 • Travel Insurance $100 • Innoculationssuch as Hep A, Hep B, Typhoid and Malaria tablets are not inlcuded • Students will need a minimum of $500 AU to cover spending money.

  6. Itinerary Details • Malaysian Airlines • Depart Sat 14th Sept @ 00.05am • Stopover in Kuala Lumpur • Arrive Guangzhou Sat 14th Sept @13.35 • Depart Guangzhou Sun 28th Sept @1.20am • Arrive Melb Sun 29th @20.00

  7. Location of OLE - China

  8. Utahloy International School Zeng Cheng City – Guangdon Province http://www.utahloy.com/gz/

  9. Utahloy International School Zeng Cheng City – Guangdon Province • Attending some classes at Utahloy Yr 7-12 (100 students) • Kung Fu Classes • Chinese medicine demonstration • Factory tour • Visited other schools • Visited Cheng City Night Market • Visit Chinese Villages • Dorm Accommodation – 4 beds to 1 room (ensuite provided) • Meals – western food and Chinese cuisine

  10. Beijing Great Wall of China - Beijing

  11. Tiananmen Square - Beijing

  12. Forbidden City - Beijing

  13. Temple of Heaven - Beijing

  14. Beijing • Tiananmnen Square • Great Wall of China • Forbidden City • Temple of Heaven • Dumpling Making class • Accommodation – Hotel Accommodation • Meals – more traditional Chinese cuisine

  15. Terracotta Warriors – Xian

  16. Xian • City Wall by bike • Big Wild Goose Pagoda • Da Ci’en Temple • Shaanxi History Museum • Muslim Shopping Area • Mosque visit • Dumpling Banquet with Cultural Show • Accommodation – Hotel Accommodation • Meals – more traditional Chinese cuisine

  17. Shanghai Tower

  18. Shanghai • Bund and Nanjing road walking tour • Jade Temple & Yu Garden • Visit schools that lead the way internationally • Accommodation – Hotel Accommodation • Meals – more traditional Chinese cuisine

  19. Application Process • Students wishing to take part in the exchange must complete a written application. You will be given a pro-forma to base your application on e.g. why you should be selected, what involvement have you had with the school, your knowledge of Wyndham etc. • Located on the School website under international connections. www.hopcross.vic.edu.au • Shortlisted applicants will be notified of an interview time where they will sit a formal interview in front of a panel

  20. For the Successful Applicant • Become one of the Student Leaders of HCSC. Uniform, Behaviour, Work Ethic etc. • If student behaviour or work ethic becomes a problem and a decision is made by the College to withdraw the placement, costs associated with transferring the airline ticket will be met by the family

  21. For the Successful Applicant • Upon their return develop a presentation on their experiences and learning from this cultural exchange. Some of these will be presented after hours to different groups. • Continue to be a role model to other students at HCSC. • Ensure the nominated email account is checked regularly for updates.

  22. Requirements • Passport – valid for at least 6 months after the return date • Visa to enter China - $98.50 Cost met by successful student. • Travel Insurance will be a necessary component for the trip. This cost is met by the successful student. Approx $100 • Uniform – Full Academic Winter Uniform. Blazers can be provided if necessary

  23. Requirements • Understand that while away the chaperone teachers act as your ‘other parents’ • Ensure any classes missed due to presentations, being on the exchange are caught up on. (The College will endeavour to keep this to a minimum).

  24. Questions ?????

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