GSCS International Student Program

Student Application Information

*Once you have submitted the application electronically, you will receive a printable copy by email for your own records*

Please give information in English. All sections of the application must be completed.

This form WILL NOT download. Please fill it in on screen and then press the "Submit" button at the bottom of the page.

Please print your name as it appears in your passport.

Agent Information (IF APPLICABLE)

Education Agency/Counselor:

Agent Last Name:

Agent First Name:

Company Name:

Agent E-Mail Address:

Personal Information:

Student Last Names:
(as on passport)

Student First Names:
(as on passport)

Student's name to be used in Canada if different from above:

Student's Birthday:

Age:

Gender:

Male Female

Program Choice:

I am applying for:

Full year Program "Starting in Sept."

Full year Program "Starting in Feb."

One Semester "1st Semester"
(Sept. to Jan.)

One Semester "2nd Semester" (Feb. to June)

Extended stay to go on to a North American University: Yes No
**Original transcripts required asap**

I am currently in grade:

Please select the grade applying for:

Validation of Report Cards:

Most students return home with their report cards and continue school. Some countries require report cards to be validated/legalized by their embassy. This needs to be requested approximately 1 month before departing. This process takes 1 month after student completes courses.
If the student wishes to study at a university in North America, specific prerequisites are required and Canadian government transcripts will have to be issued.
*A fee will be charged for any additional documentation requested above and beyond this*

Will you require validation of your report cards after completing our program?
Yes No

Father's Name:

Father's Birthday:

Father's Email:

Father's Occupation:

Father's Work Phone #:

Mother's Name:

Mother's Birthday:

Mother's Email:

Mother's Occupation:

Mother's Work Phone #:

Mailing Address:

House/Apt #:

Street:

Country:

Postal Code:

City:

Province / State:

Telephone:
(country and international code)

Fax:
(country and international code)

Family Information (check all that apply to you)

Mother:	Father:	Parents:	I Live with:
living	living	together	Mother	Stepmother
deceased	deceased	separated	Father	Stepfather
		divorced	Other:

If parents are divorced or separated, who has legal custody of the applicant?

Religion:

Citizenship:

Primary Language:

Health:

Do you have any allergies? Yes No

If Yes, what are you allergic to?

Are you currently under a doctor's care?

Yes No

Any chronic conditions, eg. Asthma?

Any special medications being taken?

Do you smoke?

Yes No

Are you currently taking or have you ever been prescribed to take medication for attention deficit disorder? Yes No ( eg. Ritalin or equivalent)
If Yes, what are you taking:

Payment of Homestay Fees :

There will be only 2 options for paying homestay fees:

All the fees will be paid to Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools, except August days (semester 1 students) and January days (semester 2 students), which the students will pay directly to the host family. Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools will disperse the full monthly amount, thereafter.

All fees will be paid in cash to the host families directly by the student, on the 1st day of each month including August days (semester 1 students) and January days (semester 2 students).

Additional information to help with homestay family selection or school placement:

What hobbies and/or interests would you like to pursue outside of school?

Homestay Information:

Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools will arrange for a legal Custodianship if needed, free of charge.
All students registered in the International student program must live in an approved local Saskatoon homestay arranged/approved by the Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools. Homestays are selected with care, screened closely, and regularly monitored. The cost of finding, screening, and establishing the original homestay is included in the tuition fee. It is important that applicants apply early enough that an appropriate and suitable homestay accommodation can be arranged.
Homestays are chosen in safe and caring family homes. The student will get a clean, private room which includes a bed, bed linens, dresser, closet, desk and good lighting. Students are provided three meals a day, including a packed lunch for school. Students are responsible for their own personal items such as toiletries and shampoo.
The student will be treated with respect and made to feel welcome by being included in family activities. English will be spoken in the home to give the student maximum opportunity to develop English language skills.
A monthly homestay fee of $700.00 CAD, or portion thereof, is payable directly to the host family in advance on the first day of each month for the duration of the homestay. Long distance telephone calls are best made with calling cards or a separate telephone company credit account.
The location of the homestay will have reasonable access to school and other activity centers by public transportation.
A Saskatchewan Health Insurance application will be completed upon arrival, if the student has a valid Study Permit. These benefits are free. They include physician visits and hospitalization. It does not include things such as prescriptions, dental, ambulance, etc.
The applicant should notify the International Program Director of the date, time, and flight number of his or her arrival in Saskatoon. The student will be met at the airport, introduced to the host family, and introduced to the school. It is advisable that students arrive at least two days before beginning classes.
Although we will help where possible, it is not part of the program to provide accommodation for visiting family. Visiting parents can sometimes be accommodated for a night or two at the homestay if the family has space and are willing; otherwise we will provide a list of hotels in the area. It is expected that visitors would remunerate host families $40 per night to defray expenses.
Fax a completed Cost Information (PDF) form and the Homestay Information document to 1-306-659-2006

Academic Program:

Strongest Subjects:

Weakest Subjects:

Past Academic Average:

ESL required:

None Tutorial Regular Intensive

Student?s current ability in the English Language.

Rubric to assist the agent in giving information about the student’s level of English.
Level descriptors are terms used by TSEL ( Teachers of English as a second Language). Please choose the appropriate level for this student in each of the areas of : Speaking, Writing and Reading English

Please select the box which best describes the student?s English.

Speaking English

Level I. Beginner : The student has limited exposure to spoken English. Speaks using single words or basic phrases.

Level II. Intermediate: The student uses simple vocabulary and short phrases. Can be understood in most situations.

Level III. Advanced : The student uses complete sentence responses with a varied but simple vocabulary

Level IV. Transition : The student can participate in a non- academic conversation using complete sentences, age- appropriate vocabulary and proper pronunciation.

Writing English

Level I. Beginner: The student recognizes and uses the English alphabet. Can copy written material correctly

Level II. Intermediate: The student uses simple sentences with punctuation. Meaning is clear. Can read and use handwriting (cursive writing)

Level III.Advanced : The student uses simple and complex sentences and age-appropriate, simple vocabulary. Meaning is easy to follow

Level IV.Transition : The student writes in paragraph form and uses a variety of writing styles (formal, informal

Reading English

Level I. Beginner : The student reads single words and recognizes picture vocabulary. The student reads picture books

Level II. Intermediate: The student reads basic books with simple sentences. Understands the main idea

Level III. Advanced : The student reads and understands longer texts (paragraph or story)Understands main idea. and different styles of writing with support of a bilingual dictionary

Level IV. Transition : The student reads and understands main ideas and concepts in a variety of texts (short story, poetry, science or history texts, teen magazines, etc.). Understands writer’s purpose and can retell story/text in own words

Questions about the student: (Please provide a response to each of these questions.)

What instrument do you play?

Do you read music? Yes No

Do you like sports? Yes No

Would you want to be in a Band Class for credit? Yes No

Would you want to be in an Art Class for credit? Yes No

Would you like to study Drama for credit? Yes No

Would you like Woodworking? Yes No

What is your favorite subject?

Do you like photography? Yes No

Would you want to be in a choir class for credit? Yes No

International students registered in the Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools can expect to have the following academic timetable.

In the First Semester : 5 classes:

1. Mathematics
2. Physical Education or Fine Arts.
3. English as a Second Language
4. Two other classes that the student may choose and the ESL teacher feels the student can handle.

In the Second Semester. 5 classes: These classes will be selected by the ESL Teacher and the student prior to the start of the second semester. Christian Ethics as a 1 credit class/taken in one semester is compulsory only for those students who are here for the full year.

Note: List any class credits which the school in the homeland requires.
(These classes could be selected in the second semester.)

Please Note: Students will be assessed by ESL teachers and Guidance counselors on arrival. Biology, English, Chemistry, Physics, and History are very difficult subjects for new speakers. Requested classes may not be assigned if English skills are insufficient. At least one ESL class will be assigned, unless no ESL is required. English skills will be evaluated upon arrival.
In the first semester the student will be given a basic timetable subject to the students level of English and the amount of ESL required.

Schools:

We have 5 high schools and 33 Elementary schools. You will be assigned to a school by the Program Director of the Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools International Student Program.

Miscellaneous:

Has the student been oriented to the fact that he/she has to pick up his / her luggage at the Canadian Port-of-entry after Immigration and before proceeding to Customs? Yes No

*The letter from your embassy must be presented to the customs officials in order to receive your study permit.*

Has the student been oriented to the fact that this is an academic experience with ESL help? (This is not an English-only program) Yes No

Has the student been oriented to the following commitments? Yes No

a).   Commitment to a work ethic and academic achievement.
b).   Commitment to learning English.
c).   Commitment to the host family
                Host families have rules and curfews that he / she will have to follow.
                Canada does not have servants; some chores are part of family life.
                Computer messaging and MSN are limited.
d).   Commitment to the Canadian culture and to the spirit of the school.
e). Students should not congregate with other students from their country, but should meet Canadians and students of other nationalities.
f). Parents should know that they should limit their contact with the student to once per week.
g). Use of drugs and /or alcohol is strictly prohibited.

Have the biological parents been directed to our Homestay Guidelines information posted on our website at www.gscs.sk.ca/international ? Yes No

Please mark descriptions of your character and personality: (check all that apply)

independent	energetic	talkative
optimistic	neat	cheerful
modest	humourous	serious
quiet	shy	studious
friendly	athletic	determined
responsible	creative	organized
enthusiastic	leader	participant

Food considerations:

Enjoy eating
Eat small amounts
Concerned about weight
Enjoy Canadian food

Like a big breakfast
Like a small breakfast
Know how to cook
Enjoy eating new foods

*We cannot guarantee that all of your preferences can be accommodated, but will be taken into consideration where possible.*

Additional Information:

Please tell us how you found out about this program:

Friend or Family Member - Please Name:

Education Fair

Newspaper or Magazine - Please Name:

Agency - Please Name:

Website - Please Name:

Other: Please specify:

Checklist for Application Process to Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools International Student Program

Step one: Application & Letter of Acknowledgement
Send Electronically:

A completed on-line-application form
A recent photograph
$250 Application Fee
Photocopy of first page of passport (showing legal name)

Application packages will not be processed without all of the above items.
An e-mail with a Letter of Acceptance will be sent to all applicants regarding application acceptance status.

Step two: Letter of Acceptance/custodian document
Upon receipt of a Letter of Acceptance/Custodianship document, please do the following:

Pay all remaining applicable fees.

Step three: Visa Application
Upon receipt of the official Letter of Acceptance, please do the following:

Immediately contact the nearest Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) office via telephone, Fax, e-mail, or mail and request an Application Form for a Study Permit. For those countries that require a visa for travel, be sure to apply for a S-1 Category Visa as early as possible as the visa process can take over eight weeks.
Complete the form and include the Letter of Acceptance and Custodianship document with your application package.
Wait to receive a Study Permit from CIC.
Ensure you have an updated passport. Please note that the International Office has no influence over the visa application process. Please direct all enquires regarding your visa status to your local CIC office.

Step four: Prior to arrival

Fill out and return any forms requested by your new school
Notify the Homestay Assistant of your flight and arrival arrangements.
Have a safe trip; we look forward to meeting you!

Expectations of Students' and Parents' Responsibilities

A successful academic experience in the Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools' International Student Program depends upon the student's cooperative behavior, regular and punctual class attendance, completion of assignments and homework, participation in activities offered by the program, and fulfilment of the expectations of the Homestay Program. Students are expected to make a diligent effort to speak English in all situations.

It is acknowledged that the Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools reserves the right to dismiss a student from the International Student Program for violation of school and / or Homestay expectations. Under these circumstances, it is understood that Canada Immigration will be contacted and that the student will be sent home at his / her own expense and without refund of tuition.

By clicking the "submit" button below we (both parent and student applicant) accept the above expectations and responsibilities.

Further information may be obtained from:
Kim Hoffart
Director, International Student Program
Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools
115 Nelson Road
Saskatoon, SK   S7S 1H1
Canada

Ph:       1 (306) 659-7688
Cell:     1 (306) 241-6640
Fax:     1 (306) 659-2006
E-mail: international@gscs.sk.ca
Web:    www.gscs.sk.ca/international