Fay School | International Student Program | Summer Session 2010

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 and the United States.

Academics

ISP Summer Session Academics
Students are placed in classes based on their application materials and placement tests upon their arrival to Fay School. There are three levels of classes – Beginner (Level I), Intermediate (Level II), and Advanced (Level III) – and each student attends three classes per day appropriate for his or her skill level. At every level, emphasis is placed on building reading, writing, and speaking skills so students can achieve increased proficiency and independence. In addition to daily coursework, students are expected to complete approximately 30 minutes of homework per class each night.

Courses by Skill Level
Beginner (Level I)
• Grammar
• Listening and Speaking
• Reading and Writing

Intermediate
(Level II)
• Listening and Speaking
• Reading and Writing
• World Geography

Advanced (Level III)
• Literature
• U.S. History
• General Science or Creative Writing
  (elective options)

Course Descriptions

Listening and Speaking (All Levels)
This class builds students' skills in English speaking and comprehension. Teachers focus on pronunciation, listening skills, speech and projection, and sound recognition. Students gain valuable in-class practice with activities such as public speaking drills and class presentations. Students also use multimedia tools and peer review to develop confidence and skill in the area of verbal expression.

Grammar (Level I)

The goal of this course is to help students build a strong grammatical foundation that will allow them to apply their knowledge to other academic classes and social contexts. This class is designed for students with beginning English ability and focuses on parts of speech, sentence structure, verb conjugation, and overall written expression. Students use grammar textbooks and workbooks, as well as fiction, to develop fluency with English grammar.

Reading and Writing (Level I & II)

In this course, students strengthen their ability to understand and create written English. Class exercises and homework stress specific reading skills such as finding the main idea, understanding vocabulary from context, and employing strategies to increase speed and comprehension. Writing activities reinforce the readings and expand on issues relevant to the students, such as culture and community. Students are expected to incorporate creativity and correct grammar into their written exercises with the close supervision and guidance of their teacher.

World Geography (Level II)

The World Geography class aims to help students develop their cultural and geographic knowledge. Students explore forces that shape the land, as well as the people and cultures upon it, through a variety of projects.

Literature (Level III)

Students in the Literature class move beyond the short story and beginning English books to delve into more complex novels. During class time, students discuss themes and messages in the text, and at night, students are expected to read and annotate their books. Students write lengthy essays exploring key themes and practice incorporating appropriate vocabulary, grammar, and sentence structure.

US History (Level III)

Students in this advanced class learn about American history from colonial times through the 21st century, focusing on a particular theme, such as war, civil rights, exploration, or politics. Students write essays, research and present topics to the class, and are assessed with a variety of papers, quizzes, tests, and projects.

General Science (Level III elective)

Advanced students who choose this class explore the basics of science through reading and hands-on activities. Students practice proper scientific investigation methods and develop vocabulary as they perform experiments, write lab reports, and prepare presentations on a variety of scientific topics.

Academic Assessment

Students are assessed in class on both effort and achievement. In alignment with Fay's regular school year ISP program, students receive effort grades every two weeks in order to provide feedback on their level of engagement. Additionally, students receive a mid-summer grade and a final grade for each course, along with a written summary from the student's advisor.

Creative Writing (Level III Elective)

Students in this advanced class develop their creative writing toolbox. Students learn how to create realistic characters, vivid settings, and engrossing plots. The importance of proofreading and peer editing is emphasized throughout the course. The class will culminate with the creation of a published anthology of the students' best work.

FACILITIES

Academic Facilities
The ISP Summer Session makes use of the Root Academic Center classrooms, as well as its well-equipped and staffed Learning Center, technology labs, and library.

Recreational Facilities

Housing Facilities

AFTERNOON & WEEKEND PROGRAM

Afternoon Programs
In the afternoon, students participate in activities and sports. Each week, they choose a new activity and sport in which to participate.

Activities are focused on enriching each student's experience and finding outlets for creative expression and other non-academic talents. Students can choose from a range of options, including:
• music and dance
• newsletter publication
• arts and crafts
• drama and stand-up comedy

Sports are designed to build skills and foster a sense of teamwork and healthy competition. Students participate in many sports, including:
• tennis
• soccer
• baseball
• basketball
• flag football
• floor hockey
• ultimate frisbee

Weekend Programs
Weekends at Fay are a valuable time for students to put their language skills to good use, participate in a range of academic and social activities on campus, explore Boston and the surrounding areas on various trips, and bond with faculty and other students. Students participate in many events throughout the summer, including:
• a Fay Summer Olympics highlighting students' athletic, artistic, and other talents
• a canoe trip down the Charles River
• a trip to the New England shore
• a historical scavenger hunt around Boston
• dance parties and movie trips

GENERAL INFORMATION FOR BOARDING STUDENTS

Daily Schedule
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Breakfast and cleanup
9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Academic classes
12:30 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. Lunch
1:30 p.m. – 3:45 p.m. Activities and sports
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Swimming
5:00 p.m. – 5:45 p.m. Dorm time
5:45 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Dinner
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Study Hall
8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Free Time
9:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Dorm time
10:00 p.m.  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.

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.


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

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

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 application
	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, 2010 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, 2010. 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.

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