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Handbook/Guidelines/Policies

Intro

Why study abroad?

Where do you go to study abroad?
Guideline-The Study Abroad Application
5 Things to Do Once You've Been Accepted
Preparing for the Study Abroad
Final to DO`s
What to Do When You Get There
Saying Goodbye-Final Thoughts

Why study abroad?

Study abroad affords you the opportunity to

make friends around the world.
Study abroad helps you to learn about
yourself.
Study abroad expands your worldview.
Study abroad gives you the opportunity to
break out of your academic routine.
Study abroad enhances employment
opportunities.
Study abroad can enhance the value of your
degree. Study abroad can enhance the value
of your degree

Why study abroad? (Cont..)

Study abroad is the optimal way to learn a language.

Study abroad provides the opportunity to travel.
Study abroad allows you get to know another culture first-hand.
Study abroad will help you develop skills and give you experiences a classroom setting will
never provide.

Study abroad affords you the opportunity to make friends around the world.

Where do you go
to study abroad?

PERU

Cuzco

A city in southeastern Peru

In 2013, the city had a
population of 435,114
The historic capital of the Inca
Empire from
A World Heritage Site by
UNESCO
A major tourist destination,
receiving nearly 2 million
visitors a year

PERU(Cont.)

Machu Picchu

Is a Peruvian Historical Sanctuary

Is a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Is the New Seven Wonders of the

World

Stands 2,430 m above sea-level

Is The most amazing urban

creation of the Inca Empire

The natural setting, on the eastern

slopes of the Andes, encompasses
the upper Amazon basin with its
rich diversity of flora and fauna

http://www.history.com/topics/machu-picchu

PERU (Cont..)

Lima

The oldest civilization of America

Significant churches, monasteries,

mansions and balconies

A World Heritage Site

Museums with great works of art,

archaeological sites, beaches, the
boardwalk, valleys, natural

A unique experience in the country

On the shores of the Pacific Ocean.

Guidelines/Policies

Programs
What`s Included
Application Process & Deadlines
Dress Code
Insurance
Weekly Schedule

Flight Information
Withdrawal Refund Policy
University
Housing
Orientation
Community Service

University

The San Ignacio de Loyola Educational

Organization has over 40 years of
experience in the field of education,
Specializing in all levels of teaching, from
early childhood education at Colegio San
Ignacio de Recalde through graduate
studies at the USIL Graduate School.
8th out of 55 IN PERU
Language School Photo
For more info: http://www.usil.edu.
pe/0/modulos/JER/JER_Interna.aspx?
ARE=0&PFL=6&JER=692

USIL
University

Classrooms

Classrooms

USIL (Cont..)
GYM

Language School

Conference Room

Programs

Program Type: Summer Study Abroad Program

Program Location: PERU/Lima-Cusco
Price: $ 3.750.00

Language Courses
Salsa Classes
Art Classes
Staying in Host Family
Peruvian Cooking Classes
Award Ceremony with University Faculty
City Tours
Educational Field Trips
Cultural Immersions by Visiting Historical Places

Program Dates: May 28th , 2016 June 19th, 2016

Current Minimum Grade Level: 8th-12th
Minimum Language Requirement: No Language Requirement
Academic Program: Language & Peruvian Culture Immersion
Total Hours of Instruction: 60
# of Students: Min 30-Max 40
Total Hours of Cultural Immersion: 100+
Total Hours of Service: 8+
Language Level: Beginner to Advanced
Total Credits: 1 Full Credit of Spanish Language
Application Deadline: Sunday March 6th, 2016 at 11:59 pm.
Flight Ticket Payment Deadline: March 13th, 2016 at 11:59 pm.
Final Payment Deadline: Friday, April 1st, 2016 at 11:59 pm.

What`s Included
Pre-Program

Program Guideline
Housing Placement &
Description
Group Contact Information
Itinerary
Course Descriptions
Flight Information

Abroad

Full-time resident director & on-site staff

Airport pickup & drop-off, Pre-program excursion

Hotel and Homestay accommodations

On-site program & safety orientations

University transcripts & academic credit

Weekly activities & meetings

Entrance fees, Transportation, Weekend excursions
24-hour emergency contact (U.S. & on-site)

Visa support (where applicable)

Volunteer project materials (USIL Documents)

Post Program
Volunteer hours
certificate
Program evaluation
Housing evaluation
Program evaluation for
parents, students, staff
HPS School T-shirt
Video and Photo CD
Program Completion
Certificate

Application Process

Eligibility
Deadlines
How to Apply
Application Documents
Once Accepted

Application Process
Deadlines

Eligibility

Have a minimum GPA of 2.7

Have an ability to speak Spanish at
beginning level
Demonstrate an acceptable overall
discipline record
8th-12th Grade Level
Have no any DPS points by the
application deadline
Have no any disciplinary record
including academic dishonesty,
arrest, suspension, detention etc

Application Deadline:

Sunday, March 6th, 2016 at

11:59 pm

Flight Ticket Deadline:

Sunday, March 13th, 2016 at

11:59 pm.

How to Apply

Final Payment Deadline:

Friday, April 1, 2016

Submit your documents to study.

abroad@harmonytx.org
No later than 11:59 p.m. on Sunday,
March 6th, 2016
The application package will be
provided by the school
principal/administration.
After the due date, students`
applications will not be accepted.

Application Process (Cont.)

Required Documents

Application Form
Program Guideline Signed
Two Recommendation Letters
(Language Course TeacherAdministration)
Deposit Fee Receipt
Eligibility Form
A Copy of Passport

Once Accepted

The Study Abroad Committee

at Central Office will review
your application upon
successful submission of all
required application items.
You will be notified by email
once a decision has been
made

Dress Code

All general guidelines for dress in the HPS student

handbook/guidelines apply on the program days.
Arrive in a proper dress every day throughout the HPS study
abroad program, display honesty and neatness, and take pride in
their dresses.
Clothing items must not depict images of violence
If a student arrives at the study abroad program out of desired
dress or is groomed inappropriately, the student will not be
allowed to attend language classes until he or she is
appropriately dressed.
Violations of the HPS study abroad program`s policy and
grooming standards will result in disciplinary action.

Insurance
Note: Insurance is not included in the program fee.

Before traveling abroad

Know your insurers policies

Most overseas health providers will not process
American insurance claims and will expect
payment at the time of treatment.
Have ready access to at least $500
Bring contact information for your primary
health-care provider with you.
Submit your insurance information

Questions to consider when acquiring insurance

When does the plan begin and end?

Will the plan cover hospitalization for accidents and

illnesses for the entire time I am abroad?

Will the plan cover doctor visits and medication prescribed

abroad?

Does the plan cover pre-existing medical conditions?

Are there treatments or types of treatment centers that will

not be covered?

Is there a deductible? If so, how much?

Is there a dollar limit to the amount of coverage provided?

Weekly Schedule
Saturday, May 28

Sunday, May 29

Monday, May 30

Tuesday, May 31

Wednesday, June 01

Thursday, June 02

Friday, June 03

Arrival to Lima

Training or
Orientation Field
Trip to Downtown
(City Tour)

Spanish Classes
Peruvian Cooking
Demo Class
National Museum of
Archaeology Visit

Spanish Classes
Salsa Classes
Cooking Class
Family Dinner (

Spanish Classes
Salsa Classes
Cooking Class
Iglesia y Convento de San Francisco Visit
Dinner at Cultural Center

Spanish Classes
Salsa Classes
Cooking Class
Family Dinner (Free)

Spanish Classes
Roundtable
Discussion/Award
Ceremony
Boardwalk at
Miraflores

Saturday, June 04

Sunday, June 05

Monday, June 06

Tuesday, June 07

Wednesday, June 08

Thursday, June 09

Friday, June 10

Picnic with the

Families for Lunch

Arrival to Cusco
(Picking up by
families)
Orientation

Spanish Classes
Art Classes (2 Hours)
Free Time at
Downtown Cusco
Host Family Time

Spanish Classes
Art Classes (2 Hours)
City Tour
Host Family Time

Spanish Classes
Art Classes (2 Hours)
Free Time at Downtown
Host Family Time

Spanish Classes
Art Classes (2 Hours)
Volunteer Service Time
Host Family Time

Spanish Classes
Art Classes (2 Hours)
Roundtable Discussion
about the Service
Host Family Time

Saturday, June 11

Sunday, June 12

Monday, June 13

Tuesday, June 14

Wednesday, June 15

Thursday, June 16

Friday, June 17

Field Trip to Machu

Picchu

Theatre Time

Spanish Classes
Art Classes (2 Hours)
Gathering/Pizza Night
with the Host Families
Host Family Time

Spanish Classes
Art Classes (2 Hours)

Spanish Classes
Art Classes (2 Hours)
Host Family Time

Spanish Classes
Art Classes (2 Hours)
Shopping Afternoon
(Mr. Ciftci`s Training)
Host Family Time

Spanish Classes
Art Classes (2 Hours)
Roundtable
Discussion/Award
Ceremony
Host Family Time

Host Family Time

Housing
In Lima

Students will stay in the hotel

throughout the program for a
week. For more information
please click on the link below:
http://senorial.com/ingles/#!/

In Cusco

Students will stay with a homestay families.

This is the best way to increase language comprehension and experience the culture
of the host country.
Three meals per day are included and laundry service
Two to three HPS Summer Study Abroad Program students are placed with each
homestay.
All homestays undergo extensive evaluation processes that assure student safety and
comfort.
Single rooms in homestays can be requested for an additional fee, and in some cases
not every student is assigned a roommate.
Living arrangements may be within walking distance to the city center/university;
however, in order to ensure that students are placed in safe areas, their walk may be
10-50 minutes (they may opt to take public transportation at their expense).

Photos from PERU with Host Families and

Organizing Team

Community Service

HPS Study Abroad Community Service programs offer volunteer opportunities

in Peru that expose students to challenges the local communities face and
allow them to make a positive impact while gaining valuable international
experience and service hours.
There will be four different volunteer service opportunities that will be
available out students to select one during the study abroad program.

Huillcapata School which is a public school that provides primary

education

St. John of God Clinic Hogar Clnica San Juan De Dios is a home
dedicated to the service of children and adults with disabilities.

The Salome Ferro Juvenile Home welcomes male children between

the age of 5 to 18 years old

The San Judas Chico Juvenile Home welcomes female children

between the ages of 5 to 18 years old

40 Students for
PERU

Final Point
Let`s make their dreams come
true

TOGETHER

Let's take an action to shape our

students` futures

Taking an Action, Shaping the Future

It always seems impossible

until its done.
Nelson Mandela

Thanks!

Contact with school Counselors