International Student Program
Summer Session

The Summer Session of Fay’s International Student Program is designed to enrich international students' use of English and to provide an academic and cultural introduction to Fay School. All ISP Summer Session students must board for the entire six-week program. Age level: 10-15, June 28, 2008 - August 8, 2008

How to apply- click here

Academics

Summer international students attend three classes daily, each of which is one hour long. Students enrolled in ESL courses will be placed in classes based on their admission application and their achievement on an English placement test upon their arrival to Fay School. Students will be expected to complete approximately 30 minutes of nightly homework in each class. There are three levels of classes, Beginner (Level I), Intermediate (Level II) and Advanced (Level III). Each level is split into two or three sections, and each student attends three of the following courses:

Listening and Speaking (All Levels)

This class focuses on increasing students’ ability to articulate and understand the spoken English language. Pronunciation, listening skills, speech and projection, and sound recognition are all taught to varying degrees in each level. Public speaking drills and class presentations are among the assessments used. In-class exercises include the use of audiocassettes, video/DVD recorders, and peer review to develop confidence and skill in the area of verbal expression.

Grammar (required course for Level I students)

Building a strong grammatical foundation that will allow students to apply what they learn to all other academic classes as well as their social experience at Fay is the focus of this course. This class, designed for student with beginning English ability, focuses on parts of speech, sentence structure, verb conjugation and overall written expression. Students use grammar textbooks and workbooks, as well as fiction, to better understand the fluency of English grammar. As with all ESL courses, vocabulary development is highlighted throughout the course.

Reading and Writing (Level I & II students)

Students focus on strengthening their ability to understand and develop written English. Class exercises and homework stress specific reading skills such as finding the main idea, understanding vocabulary from context, and identifying strategies to increase speed and comprehension. Writing activities reinforce the readings and expand on issues relevant to the students, such as culture, community, and education. Students will be expected to incorporate creativity and correct grammar into their written exercises with the close supervision and guidance of their teacher.

World Geography (Level II Students)

In order to better understand the world, the World Geography class aims to develop cultural and geographic knowledge in intermediate students. The forces that shape the land, as well as the people and cultures upon it, are explored with a variety of projects and presentations. Students will study the history, customs, demographics and social issues of a variety of countries from around the world.

Literature (Level III students)

Students in Literature move beyond the short story and beginning English books to delve into larger and more complex novels. Students will be expected to read and annotate their books each night, and the class will discuss themes and messages in the text. Students will write lengthy essays regarding the books, at all times expected to use proper grammar and sentence structure. Peer review and revision will be the primary tool used to developing students’ written expression.

US History (Level III elective)

Advanced students in this class will develop a better understanding of United States history, beginning from colonial times and moving forward through the 21st century. The class will focus on a particular theme, such as war, civil rights, exploration or politics. Students will write essays, research and present topics to the class, and will be assessed on a variety of papers, quizzes, tests and projects.

General Science (Level III elective)

Advanced students who choose this class will explore the basics of science through both reading and hands-on activities. The use of proper scientific investigation methods and vocabulary is highlighted as students perform experiments, write lab reports and research presentation on a variety of scientific topics. (Not offered every summer)

Academic Assessment

Students will be assessed in class on both their effort and their achievement. In alignment with Fay’s regular school year ISP program, effort grades will be given to students every two weeks to provide them feedback on their level of engagement and effort in each subject. In addition, students will receive a mid-summer grade and a final end of summer grade based on their achievement in each of the three courses, along with a lengthy written summary of their performance from the child’s advisor.

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AFTERNOON & WEEKEND PROGRAM

Each week, students choose an afternoon activity and sport in which to participate. Activities are often focused on enriching a students experience and utilizing creative expression or non-academic talents. Sports are designed to foster a sense of team work and healthy competition among the students.

Sample Activities	Sample Sports
Chess & Games	Basketball
Video Production	Soccer
Newspaper Writing	Tennis
Arts & Crafts	Flag Football
Cooking	Floor Hockey
Drama/ Dance	Kickball
Instrument Practice	Capture the Flag
Stand-Up Comedy	Volleyball

Boarders have plenty of recreational time built into their schedules on the weekends. Weekends are devoted to sightseeing in the New England area, and to activities such as trips to the Boston Science Museum, the Boston Aquarium, and historical sites in Boston; or to amusement parks, water slides, and the beach. Trips to local shopping malls and movies, as well as to dinner, provide students exposure to much of the culture of greater Boston.

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GENERAL INFORMATION FOR BOARDING STUDENTS

Calendar

Saturday, June 28	Registration - Students arrive 2:00-6:00PM
Sunday, June 29	Placement Testing and Orientation
Monday, June 30	Classes begin
July 4th	Independence Day – no classes
Friday, July 18	Summer Midterm
Thursday, August 7	Final day of classes
Friday, August 8	Students depart

Tuition

The tuition for Fay’s six-week Summer Session is $7100. Students will also need to deposit an additional $1200 into their incidental school account for withdrawal by students for weekend activities. The balance of this account will be returned to the family upon completion of Summer Session.

Daily Schedule

8:00-9:00am......................Breakfast and cleanup
9:00-12:30pm....................Academic classes
12:30-1:15pm....................Lunch
1:30-3:45pm......................Activities and sports
4:00-5:00pm......................Swimming
5:00-6:00pm......................Free time
6:00-7:00pm......................Dinner
7:00-7:30pm......................Free time
7:30-9:00pm......................Study hall
9:00-10:00pm....................Dorm time
10:00pm.............................Lights Out


Registration

Students should arrive between 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM on the Saturday preceding the opening of the summer program. The dormitories will open at 2:00 PM.

Housing

All boarding students live in the School's dormitories. Most boys have doubles, while most girls have singles. Students are supervised by Summer School faculty and staff who live in separate accommodations on the same floors as the students. This allows for close rapport to be established between students and faculty. Meals are taken in the School's formal dining room, with family-style seating for dinner.

Health Form/ Immunization Records

Massachusetts law requires that every student have a completed health form, including immunization records, on file with the School Nurse on or before the day of arrival. This must be done each year, and the form must be signed by a parent in order for the child to receive any treatment that may be necessary. We also require that your child have some form of health insurance.

All summer health forms in .pdf format, please click here

Travel

We strongly recommend that parents complete their child's travel arrangements, including departure, before he/ she arrives for summer school. If necessary, Fay can provide transportation to and from the airport at a minimal cost through a company called Concierge Services. We can only transport students; other family members must make their own arrangements. If your child needs to be met at the airport, please be sure to inform Fay well in advance.

Visas

Please note that Fay School does NOT provide I-20 forms for students in our Summer Session, with few exceptions. As it is only a 6-week program, most students can enter the country on a tourist visa for the length of the Summer Session. If a student is an enrolled Fay student for September, the Admission Department will process an I-20 to begin in June to accommodate Summer Session students.

What to Bring

What to bring in pdf format Below is a list of items that students should bring with them to Fay. The day after their arrival, students will have the opportunity to buy items that they did not bring or forgot to bring at a local department store (including phone cards and small fans). School supplies, such as pens, pencils, paper, etc. can be bought at the school store. Most of the time, students will be wearing casual or sports clothes. On one or two occasions they will want to have dress clothes.

Please be sure that your child has plenty of clothing. Laundry is sent out every week and is returned after four days. All clothing and equipment should be labeled with your child's name, either with permanent ink or sewn-on name tags. The cost of the laundry service, books and health insurance is included in tuition.

Casual clothes: jeans or shorts, polo/casual tops (including T-shirts), sneakers, swimsuit, shorts, athletic socks, t-shirts

Dress Clothes (Girls): Skirt, white blouse, stockings/white socks, dress shoes.

Dress Clothes (Boys): Dark pants, white shirt, tie, dark socks, dress shoes.

RECOMMENDED CLOTHING:
5 Shorts
2 Jeans or casual pants
14 Casual Shirts / T-Shirts / Polo Shirts
1 Sweatshirt / Sweater
1 Light Raincoat
14 Pairs of Socks
14 Pairs of Underwear
2 Bathing Suits
1 Pair of Sandals
1 Pair of Sneakers


OTHER NEEDED ITEMS:
Pillow
Alarm Clock
Beach Towels
Phone Card (with a 1-800 access code)
Important addresses/numbers
Toiletries


OTHER RECOMMENDED ITEMS:
Prescription for Glasses or Contacts (if needed)
Sunglasses
Camera
Bookbag / Small Backpack
Musical Instrument
Tennis Racquet
Hangers

PLEASE NOTE:

Fay does not allow students to use or possess cell/ mobile phones while at school. Any student coming to campus with a phone must turn it into an administrator upon arrival.

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HOW TO APPLY

In order to apply to Fay Summer Session, a candidate and family must take the following steps:

	To download all of our application materials online, you must have Adobe© Acrobat© Reader. Click on the button to get the free program:
	Download the medical release forms and application form. Complete the application and return it to the Director of ISP Summer Session along with the $100 application fee. (application fee is needed to process any applications) Click here for an application form Click here for all health forms
	To hold a place for a child, a space reservation deposit of $2000 is needed.  This deposit will be refunded if a student withdraws (with written notification) prior to March 15, 2008 or is not accepted into the program.  Upon receipt of the application and acceptance into the Summer Session, an enrollment contract will be sent to parents. A space reservation deposit and an enrollment contract must be returned immediately to secure a student’s position in the Summer Session.
	Decisions will be made on a rolling basis and Fay will continue to accept qualified candidates until enrollment is full. The balance of tuition is due no later than April 1, 2008. Unpaid balances are subject to a $50 late fee per month or portion thereof. Deposits will not be reimbursed if a space is lost due to nonpayment of funds.
	Wire Transfer Instructions If you prefer to send payments to the School through wire transfers, please contact the Business Office for information and instructions: Fay School Toll-free (USA only): 1.800.933.2925 Outside the USA: 508.485.0100 Please be sure to include the student's name in the wire instruction and specify "Summer Session." Note: All payments must be in U.S. dollars and any wire transfer fees and/or currency conversion expenses are the responsibility of the sender.
	Please download all other necessary pdf's. What to bring Travel plans Off-campus permission form

For more information on the International Student Program | Summer Session, please contact the Director of Summer Session,

Fay School admits students of any race, color, creed, handicap or national origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students of the School. Fay School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, handicap, or national origin in administering its educational policies, admission policies, scholarship programs, or any other programs administered by the School. Fay School is an equal opportunity employer.

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