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Langley – Our Community English Language Support Application Instructions Located just 45 kilometres east of Vancouver on Canada’s English language support is To apply to the Langley International Student Program we request that you follow the simple steps below. west coast, Langley is the ideal location for students to available at all schools that host improve their English while achieving their academic goals. international students. Students You can download a copy of our Application Form from our website www.studyinlangley.com, or you can contact By world standards, Langley is a safe and friendly are assessed upon arrival, and are our office by email at [email protected] and request that we send you a copy. community, with a small city atmosphere and strong provided appropriate levels of community spirit. The city is well served by a commercial English language and academic 1) Application district with a large shopping mall, theatre complex, and instruction depending on their • Using pen, completely and clearly fill in all areas of the Application Form in English. many recreational and social facilities located throughout the abilities and goals. Specialized • Make sure that it is signed by both you (the student) and your parent. community. With almost all of our 130,000 residents speaking teachers using effective teaching • Translate and attach your most recent report card and complete transcripts for the previous 2 years of studies. English as their native language, international students have methods ensure students acquire the skills and knowledge • Photocopy and attach the picture page of your (the student’s) passport (if available). the opportunity to improve their English while being they need to succeed. Students take classes alongside immersed in Canadian culture. Canadian students from the beginning of their program, 2) Fax the above documents to 1-604-532-1450, or send the scanned documents to [email protected]. maximizing their exposure to native English speakers. 3) Upon acceptance into our program, we will send a “Notification of Acceptance” to you, your representative, Langley School District Secondary School Program or your contact person (as indicated on the Application Form). When you receive the Notification of Acceptance document, please check that all information is correct as shown as this information will be used to issue Langley School District is Our secondary schools (grades 8 -12) provide an excellent the “Letter of Acceptance”. governed by the British learning environment with a complete range of academic Columbia Ministry of courses. Students can begin their studies at the start of the 4) In order to hold a seat for you, please pay the full fee amount indicated on the invoice immediately. Education. More than 40 schools school year in September, or in February at the start of the Payment instructions and bank information will be provided with the invoice. provide comprehensive second semester. Students satisfying the Ministry of education for the 18,000 Education’s graduation requirements qualify to receive the 5) Mail the original application documents and transcripts to: Canadian students who live in internationally recognized British Columbia Dogwood our community. Graduation Diploma. Our experienced counsellors guide Admissions Department Government-certified teachers students to make sure they access the courses they need to International Student Program teach a complete government advance their academic futures. Langley School District #35 accredited and approved 4875 – 222nd Street curriculum in all of the schools. Modern, well equipped Middle School Program Langley, BC V3A 3Z7 classrooms and facilities provide stimulating learning environments. High school students can prepare for Middle schools are dynamic and exciting places where the 6) When we receive the full fees as stated in our “Notification of Acceptance” we will issue an official university in any field they choose, including Sciences, organization and curriculum help ensure a smooth transition “Letter of Acceptance” which is required for Study Permit Application. This letter will be faxed and Humanities, Technology, Mathematics, Languages, Business, between elementary and secondary schools. Our middle the originals sent by courier. and Fine Arts. Langley graduates attend universities around school program is designed to meet the emotional, social, the world. physical, and educational needs of adolescent learners from age 11 to 13 (grades 6 to 8). The District requires children under the age of 13 to reside with a parent for the duration of The International Student Program – their studies. Pathway to the Future Elementary School Program Our International Student Program (ISP) has been welcoming The Langley School District students to Langley since 1989, and was originally established to welcomes a limited number enable students from all over the world to connect in friendship and of international students to in appreciation of different cultures and languages. By providing study in selected elementary quality education, strong support, and unique opportunities, we schools (Kindergarten – prepare students to meet the challenges ahead as they move on to Grade 7) throughout the post-secondary studies. District. Students are integrated into regular classes in age-appropriate grades, provided with English Language Learning (ELL) support, and offered a variety of extracurricular activities. The District requires children under the age of 13 to reside with a parent for the duration of their studies. Student Care and Support Summer English and Cultural Programs Fundamental Program Each year the Langley School The Fundamental Program is available for secondary grades, Teaching Staﬀ and Coordinators Homestay District offers exciting short-term and is based on a back-to-the-basics approach to education. In order to succeed academically, students must be happy We have been operating our English language summer Emphasis is placed on the development of respect and and well supported. Teachers and dedicated International own homestay department programs during the months of responsibility, a strong work ethic and basic skills such as Student Program Coordinators in each secondary school since the beginning of the July and August. The program is numeracy, literacy, grammar, phonics, handwriting and work closely with students to make sure their academic, International Student open to participants from spelling. social and emotional needs are addressed. Regular Program in 1989. Over the different countries. Through communication between teachers, students, coordinators years we have gained intensive English language and homestay families allows us to address concerns considerable experience and classes, exciting activities and quickly. Report cards are sent to students’ families in their expertise, and parents of accommodation with Canadian home countries to ensure parents know how their children International Students can be homestay families, our students are progressing in school and in their daily life. Parents are assured that we do our best to enjoy a complete English- welcome to contact ensure student safety and speaking Canadian cultural ISP Coordinators comfort. Our Homestay Team experience. Students can choose directly for progress carefully screens and selects from a variety of programs and updates. homes where students are start dates. welcomed and included as one of the family. In the Specialty Programs Homestay Family, students can comfortably and Advanced Placement Orientation Program and Field Trips International students have the opportunity to begin their full confidently improve their English and experience Canadian Langley School District provides an Orientation Program to credit university studies while studying in Grade 12. All culture. Students live within walking distance of their help new International students get ready for their school secondary schools offer enriched courses that are accepted as schools, or host families provide transportation to and from experience in Canada. International students can also first year credits in universities across Canada, the United school. participate in a range of optional field trips to local cities and States and around the world. take part in recreational activities in British Columbia’s exceptional natural outdoor environment. International Baccalaureate Program Success today will influence successes tomorrow. Choosing the right school and community for your R.E. Mountain Secondary School is a designated International overseas studies is one of the biggest decisions a student will make. It is important to be confident and Baccalaureate World School, and offers a comprehensive Extra-curricular Activities comfortable with the choice of community and school. Here are some reasons why Langley School pre-IB Honours Preparation Program for junior grades, and Students are encouraged to participate in extracurricular District is the right choice: full IB Diploma and Certificate Programs for senior grades. activities to promote healthy minds and bodies, which are Graduates from this academically challenging program are important for academic success and social well-being. A • Great location, comfortable climate readily accepted at universities worldwide. • Safe community, friendly people, good recreation facilities variety of clubs, activities, sports, and events are available in • Mainly native speaking population = many opportunities to speak and hear English the schools and in the community. Participation also Specialized Fine Arts Program promotes communication, which is critical to the • Diverse choice of schools, diverse choice of programs improvement of students’ language skills. • Full range of academic and elective courses International students who • Comprehensive support for International Students have a special interest in Visual • English-language instruction and support provided at all schools Arts, Dance, Music, Drama, Photography or Creative • English Language Learning instruction and support provided at all schools Writing have the opportunity • Proven pathway to post-secondary institutions and opportunities to take a specialized program • In-house Homestay Program, fully supportive and aware of International student needs. at our Fine Arts School, where Academics and Fine Arts are Langley offers a unique combination of the above features. Let us help you reach your full potential, equally important. Programs and attain your future goals! are available for secondary students (Grades 8 – 12) on a limited space available basis. Langley Fine Arts School graduates are regularly accepted into prestigious post-secondary Fine Arts programs around the world. Secondary Schools in Langley Langley Fundamental Middle & Secondary School (LFS) • Grades: 8 – 12 No matter which school you attend in Langley, you will have a great experience and an equal opportunity to achieve your goals. • Location: Southwest Langley All schools offer comprehensive support for international students, including English Language Learning (ELL) support, and have • School Year: Linear Grades 8-9; Semester Grades 10-12 a full range of academic and elective courses, extracurricular activities, clubs, and sports teams. For more details and information • Special Courses: The school combines an emphasis on conservative, traditional, and about individual schools, please visit our website www.studyinlangley.com. fundamental social values with academics and includes Honours Program, Information Technology, Business Education, Cross Curricular (Leadership, Psychology, Yearbook Production), and Languages. • Sports, Clubs, & Activities: Soccer, Volleyball, Badminton, Basketball, Track & Field, Ski Club, and Global Issues Excursions.

Aldergrove Community Secondary School (ACSS) • Grades: 9 -12 • Location: Southeast Langley • School Year: Semester Langley Secondary School (LSS) • Special Courses: Advanced Placement, French Immersion, Fine Arts, Music, Theatre, • Grades: 9 – 12 and Languages. • Location: Central Langley • Sports, Clubs, & Activities: Soccer, Volleyball, Rugby, Ice Hockey, Badminton, Basketball, • School Year: Semester Track & Field, Student Council, Outdoors Club, Library Club, Yearbook Club, • Special Courses: Advanced Placement, Languages, Intensive Fine Arts Program, Information Multicultural Club. Communications Technology, Human Services, Home Economics, and Technology Education. • Sports, Clubs, & Activities: Rugby, Basketball, Volleyball, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Soccer, Brookswood Secondary School (BSS) Badminton, Track & Field, Student Council, Graduation Committee, Dance Squad, Junior Journalism, Chess Club, Music & Drama Clubs, and Ski Club. • Grades: 8 – 12 • Location: Southwest Langley • School Year: Linear • Special Courses: Advanced Placement, Business Education, Film & Television Production, Career Preparation Program, Global Education, Information Technology, French Immersion, and Languages. • Sports, Clubs, & Activities: Badminton, Basketball, Cross Country, Ice Hockey, Golf, Rugby, R.E. Mountain Secondary School (REMSS) Soccer, Cheerleading, Track & Field, Volleyball, Noon-Hour Intramurals, Chess Club, • Grades: 8 – 12 Green Club, Students for Humanities, Art Club, and Multicultural Club. • Location: Northwest Langley • School Year: Linear D.W. Poppy Secondary (DWP) • Special Courses: International Baccalaureate (IB) Program, Pre-IB Junior Honours Preparation • Grades: 8 – 12 Program, Languages (French, Mandarin), Business Education, Technology Education, and • Location: East Langley Computer Studies. • School Year: Semester • Sports, Clubs, & Activities: Soccer, Volleyball, Rugby, Ice Hockey, Badminton, Basketball, • Special Courses: Advanced Placement, Business Education, Computer Studies, Digital Media Track & Field, Yearbook Club, Student Council, Graduation Committee, and Development and Communication, and Intensive Music Program, Languages. • Sports, Clubs, & Activities: Volleyball, Basketball, Soccer, Track & Field, Badminton, Intramural Sports. Cross Country, Physics Club, Student Council, Yearbook Club, Ski Club, Outdoor Club, and Multicultural Club.

Langley Fine Arts School (LFAS) Walnut Grove Secondary School (WGSS) • Grades: 8 – 12 • Grades: 8 – 12 • Location: North Langley/Fort Langley • Location: North Langley • School Year: Semester, Linear (Fine Arts Component) • School Year: Linear • Special Courses: Intensive Fine Arts Concentration (Creative Writing, Dance, Drama, Music, • Special Courses: Advanced Placement, French Immersion, Languages, Astronomy, Digital Photography, Visual Arts), Languages, Yearbook Organization & Production, Multimedia Media, Technology Education, Business Education, and Computer Studies. Studies, Stagecraft, and Information Technology. • Sports, Clubs, & Activities: Soccer, Basketball, Badminton, Track & Field, Volleyball, • Sports, Clubs, & Activities: Intramural Sports (Handball, Badminton, Ball Hockey). Ice Hockey, Swimming, Jazz Choir, Ski Club, Debate Club, Mountain Bike Club, Yearbook Club, and Student Council. Student Care and Support Summer English and Cultural Programs Fundamental Program Each year the Langley School The Fundamental Program is available for secondary grades, Teaching Staﬀ and Coordinators Homestay District offers exciting short-term and is based on a back-to-the-basics approach to education. In order to succeed academically, students must be happy We have been operating our English language summer Emphasis is placed on the development of respect and and well supported. Teachers and dedicated International own homestay department programs during the months of responsibility, a strong work ethic and basic skills such as Student Program Coordinators in each secondary school since the beginning of the July and August. The program is numeracy, literacy, grammar, phonics, handwriting and work closely with students to make sure their academic, International Student open to participants from spelling. social and emotional needs are addressed. Regular Program in 1989. Over the different countries. Through communication between teachers, students, coordinators years we have gained intensive English language and homestay families allows us to address concerns considerable experience and classes, exciting activities and quickly. Report cards are sent to students’ families in their expertise, and parents of accommodation with Canadian home countries to ensure parents know how their children International Students can be homestay families, our students are progressing in school and in their daily life. Parents are assured that we do our best to enjoy a complete English- welcome to contact ensure student safety and speaking Canadian cultural ISP Coordinators comfort. Our Homestay Team experience. Students can choose directly for progress carefully screens and selects from a variety of programs and updates. homes where students are start dates. welcomed and included as one of the family. In the Specialty Programs Homestay Family, students can comfortably and Advanced Placement Orientation Program and Field Trips International students have the opportunity to begin their full confidently improve their English and experience Canadian Langley School District provides an Orientation Program to credit university studies while studying in Grade 12. All culture. Students live within walking distance of their help new International students get ready for their school secondary schools offer enriched courses that are accepted as schools, or host families provide transportation to and from experience in Canada. International students can also first year credits in universities across Canada, the United school. participate in a range of optional field trips to local cities and States and around the world. take part in recreational activities in British Columbia’s exceptional natural outdoor environment. International Baccalaureate Program Success today will influence successes tomorrow. Choosing the right school and community for your R.E. Mountain Secondary School is a designated International overseas studies is one of the biggest decisions a student will make. It is important to be confident and Baccalaureate World School, and offers a comprehensive Extra-curricular Activities comfortable with the choice of community and school. Here are some reasons why Langley School pre-IB Honours Preparation Program for junior grades, and Students are encouraged to participate in extracurricular District is the right choice: full IB Diploma and Certificate Programs for senior grades. activities to promote healthy minds and bodies, which are Graduates from this academically challenging program are important for academic success and social well-being. A • Great location, comfortable climate readily accepted at universities worldwide. • Safe community, friendly people, good recreation facilities variety of clubs, activities, sports, and events are available in • Mainly native speaking population = many opportunities to speak and hear English the schools and in the community. Participation also Specialized Fine Arts Program promotes communication, which is critical to the • Diverse choice of schools, diverse choice of programs improvement of students’ language skills. • Full range of academic and elective courses International students who • Comprehensive support for International Students have a special interest in Visual • English-language instruction and support provided at all schools Arts, Dance, Music, Drama, Photography or Creative • English Language Learning instruction and support provided at all schools Writing have the opportunity • Proven pathway to post-secondary institutions and opportunities to take a specialized program • In-house Homestay Program, fully supportive and aware of International student needs. at our Fine Arts School, where Academics and Fine Arts are Langley offers a unique combination of the above features. Let us help you reach your full potential, equally important. Programs and attain your future goals! are available for secondary students (Grades 8 – 12) on a limited space available basis. Langley Fine Arts School graduates are regularly accepted into prestigious post-secondary Fine Arts programs around the world. Langley – Our Community English Language Support Application Instructions Located just 45 kilometres east of Vancouver on Canada’s English language support is To apply to the Langley International Student Program we request that you follow the simple steps below. west coast, Langley is the ideal location for students to available at all schools that host improve their English while achieving their academic goals. international students. Students You can download a copy of our Application Form from our website www.studyinlangley.com, or you can contact By world standards, Langley is a safe and friendly are assessed upon arrival, and are our office by email at [email protected] and request that we send you a copy. community, with a small city atmosphere and strong provided appropriate levels of community spirit. The city is well served by a commercial English language and academic 1) Application district with a large shopping mall, theatre complex, and instruction depending on their • Using pen, completely and clearly fill in all areas of the Application Form in English. many recreational and social facilities located throughout the abilities and goals. Specialized • Make sure that it is signed by both you (the student) and your parent. community. With almost all of our 130,000 residents speaking teachers using effective teaching • Translate and attach your most recent report card and complete transcripts for the previous 2 years of studies. English as their native language, international students have methods ensure students acquire the skills and knowledge • Photocopy and attach the picture page of your (the student’s) passport (if available). the opportunity to improve their English while being they need to succeed. Students take classes alongside immersed in Canadian culture. Canadian students from the beginning of their program, 2) Fax the above documents to 1-604-532-1450, or send the scanned documents to [email protected]. maximizing their exposure to native English speakers. 3) Upon acceptance into our program, we will send a “Notification of Acceptance” to you, your representative, Langley School District Secondary School Program or your contact person (as indicated on the Application Form). When you receive the Notification of Acceptance document, please check that all information is correct as shown as this information will be used to issue Langley School District is Our secondary schools (grades 8 -12) provide an excellent the “Letter of Acceptance”. governed by the British learning environment with a complete range of academic Columbia Ministry of courses. Students can begin their studies at the start of the 4) In order to hold a seat for you, please pay the full fee amount indicated on the invoice immediately. Education. More than 40 schools school year in September, or in February at the start of the Payment instructions and bank information will be provided with the invoice. provide comprehensive second semester. Students satisfying the Ministry of education for the 18,000 Education’s graduation requirements qualify to receive the 5) Mail the original application documents and transcripts to: Canadian students who live in internationally recognized British Columbia Dogwood our community. Graduation Diploma. Our experienced counsellors guide Admissions Department Government-certified teachers students to make sure they access the courses they need to International Student Program teach a complete government advance their academic futures. Langley School District #35 accredited and approved 4875 – 222nd Street curriculum in all of the schools. Modern, well equipped Middle School Program Langley, BC V3A 3Z7 classrooms and facilities provide stimulating learning environments. High school students can prepare for Middle schools are dynamic and exciting places where the 6) When we receive the full fees as stated in our “Notification of Acceptance” we will issue an official university in any field they choose, including Sciences, organization and curriculum help ensure a smooth transition “Letter of Acceptance” which is required for Study Permit Application. This letter will be faxed and Humanities, Technology, Mathematics, Languages, Business, between elementary and secondary schools. Our middle the originals sent by courier. and Fine Arts. Langley graduates attend universities around school program is designed to meet the emotional, social, the world. physical, and educational needs of adolescent learners from age 11 to 13 (grades 6 to 8). The District requires children under the age of 13 to reside with a parent for the duration of The International Student Program – their studies. Pathway to the Future Elementary School Program Our International Student Program (ISP) has been welcoming The Langley School District students to Langley since 1989, and was originally established to welcomes a limited number enable students from all over the world to connect in friendship and of international students to in appreciation of different cultures and languages. By providing study in selected elementary quality education, strong support, and unique opportunities, we schools (Kindergarten – prepare students to meet the challenges ahead as they move on to Grade 7) throughout the post-secondary studies. District. Students are integrated into regular classes in age-appropriate grades, provided with English Language Learning (ELL) support, and offered a variety of extracurricular activities. The District requires children under the age of 13 to reside with a parent for the duration of their studies.