SD10 INTERNATIONAL PROGRAM
Please visit the SD10 International Program Website for more information: http://internationalprogram.sd10.bc.ca/
“SMALL SCHOOLS WITH BIG HEARTS”
The Advantage
- True English-language and Canadian-culture immersion
- Personalized International Program
- Small number of International students
- Project-based ESL – explained below
- High standards of British Columbia’s Ministry of Education curriculum
- Carefully screened, caring and inviting Homestays
- Predominantly English-speaking rural communities
Location
- Situated in the beautiful Canadian–Kootenays, surrounded by majestic mountains, pristine lakes and healing hotsprings
- Nakusp Secondary School (Nakusp): 150 students; and Lucerne Elementary-Secondary School (New Denver): 100 students
- Very safe and surrounded by nature with fresh air, water, and an environment conducive to concentrating on studies
- Easy access to healthy activities, such as: skiing, snowboarding, hiking, golfing, canoeing, boating, fishing, hockey, curling, swimming, soccer, mountain-biking, ziplining, horseback-riding, marathon-running, bird-watching, camping, and more
- Airport transportation can be arranged by the School District – Kelowna International or Castlegar Airports (Japan to Vancouver or Calgary)
Project-based ESL Program
- Students learn English in a meaningful and contextual framework
- Examples of projects and the collaboration of subjects:
- Film-making of the geography of the region with narration – English, Visual Media Arts, Social Studies/Geography/History, Science/Geology
- Learning to fish, making fishing flashers, and showcasing and promoting them at a major trade show in Vancouver – English, Outdoor Education, Science/Biology, Entrepreneurship, Work Experience
- Organizing a community fundraising event and baking desserts to serve – English, Planning, Foods, Math, Work Experience
- Length of program available:
- 1-year Kootenay-Rockies Experience ESL Program
- 3-year British Columbia Graduation Diploma Program
- 1-year and 3-year programs start in September and end in June
- Short-term programs can be custom-designed by request
Contact Details:
Mr. Peter Dubinsky
International Program
Telephone: +1-250-265-3638 ext. 3320
Fax: +1-250-265-3701
