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Always Be Compassionate 04.2021 OUR MISSION By sharing our passion to pursue lifelong learning, we will help countless families enrich and empower their lives. ABOUT US Our Story Our Global Presence ABC Education Group is the all-in-one solution for Founded in 2017, ABC is headquartered in Utah, US, with international education needs to support students, families, affiliates in China, Canada, UK, Sweden, Vietnam, South and schools. Services include student admissions and post- Korea, Thailand, Australia, and Singapore. arrival assistance, homestay arrangements, academic guidance and more. OUR VISION To create a global education platform that can serve 10 million families in their pursuit to become global citizens. OUR CORE VALUES Compassion Empowerment Lifelong learning Wholesome growth Putting ourselves in the By focusing on your child’s Always striving to be better Through individualized position of parents and academic and social growth, each day, we adhere to our education solutions, students students, we come together we will help students core philosophy of instilling will unleash their potential and to support your child’s develop into exceptional passion for lifelong learning. engage in wholesome growth. overall development and individuals. future success. ABC EDUCATION SERVICE STANDARDS Since its inception, ABC has been championing the P4 principles in student education. Personalized Participatory Proactive Professional Every student deserves We believe that students should We always plan one step We believe in providing the best individual attention and care. always balance academics and ahead by anticipating the mentors for your child. Our We will take the time to social life to truly enjoy the challenges that come with experts understand the essence understand your child’s education journey. Our ABC adolescence. By taking an of education and will inspire situation so that we can tailor team will encourage your child active approach, your child can passion in your child for lifelong our services to best support to immerse into the local culture confidently navigate this stage learning and wholesome growth. his/her needs. and community. with confidence and assurance. ABC SCHOOL APPLICATION PROCESS 1 2 3 4 Find the right Apply to top School interview Accept offer and school choices pay deposit Our ABC team will help your child prepare for After fully understanding ABC will help you plan Once student accepts his/her school mock your child's qualifications, your child’s application the school’s offer, the interview. we will formulate and and communicate with signed contract should propose the most the school to increase be returned to ABC suitable application plan acceptance rate. within one week, and for your child. then the first deposit is US school application fee - due. $150 USD for 4 US schools UK school application fee - $150 USD for 4 UK schools ABC SCHOOL APPLICATION PROCESS 5 6 7 8 Visa interview Balance payment Host family Pre-departure preparation matching orientation The remaining fees are (Homestay only) due by April 30th, 2021. We provide detailed pre- We will provide mock Fees are required departure guidance to interview preparation upfront and 2 host family students and parents to and related guidance. options will be presented. prepare them for life abroad. ADMISSIONS SERVICES Provided by our Student Success Advisor (SSA) School introduction & application materials Matriculation documents review Provide detailed and accurate school Careful review of all necessary paperwork for students information, photos and videos, as well as to matriculate smoothly, including review of vaccine 01 application materials and admission packages. 04 records required by the school. International student accident and sickness School Interview insurance Arrange a video interview with the school. 05 Cover unexpected diseases and accidents for 02 international students. Mock interview Pre-departure orientation Prepare students for their official school interviews. Conduct for students and parents to help students 03 06 prepare for overseas study. POST-ARRIVAL SERVICES (Overseas boarding schools) Provided by our International Student Ambassador (ISA) 01 Emergency assistance and safe 05 Academic reports translation arrival confirmation 06 School-parent communication 02 New-student orientation coordination 03 Regular school communication 07 Summer reading and homework 04 Regular parent communication 08 Student re-enrollment service POST-ARRIVAL SERVICES (ABC Homestay Program for US) Provided by our International Student Ambassador (ISA) 01 US trip assistance 07 Regular parent communication School-parent communication 02 Airport pick-up and drop-off 08 coordination 03 New-student orientation 09 Academic reports translation 04 Landing assistance 10 Summer reading and homework 05 Regular student communication 11 SEVIS and visa support 06 Regular school communication 12 Student re-enrollment service OUR STRICT HOST SELECTION PROCESS: • Majority of host families are recruited through reliable referrals • All host families are thoroughly interviewed and pre-screened • Background checks are done on every family member 18 years and older • Our goal is to pair every student to a host family with similar interests/lifestyles OUR HOST FAMILY WILL PROVIDE: • Private bedroom • 3 meals • Essential transportation • Internet ABC HOMESTAY SERVICE Provided by our International Student Ambassador (ISA) Host family screening and Local service team will keep in close contact 01 recruitment. 05 with students and provide updates to parents in a timely manner. Provide comprehensive information Coordinate and resolve any issues between 02 about host families for students and 06 the host family and the student. parents to make their selection. Provide abundant opportunities to help Maintain close communication with parents 03 students integrate into their social 07 and resolve their concerns promptly. community. Communicate with students regularly 04 to understand their physical and mental health. GENERAL MANAGER Tomas Simonsson Tomas graduated from Gothenburg University, a renowned Swedish university, majoring in economics. As a senior expert in the international education industry, Tomas has an insightful perspective and interpretation of the American high school education system and is deeply aware of the similarities and differences between the Eastern and Western cultures. 13+ years Served international education 1,000+ students industry 400+ 5+ years students serving Matriculated executive into top 50 positions in US Asian market universities COLLEGE MATRICULATION All of ABC’s partner schools provide well- rounded academic curriculum. The annual university application results are remarkable, and many students are admitted by the world's top universities! COLLEGE MATRICULATION Harvard New York Vanderbilt Wake Forest University University University University University of Cornell University of Tufts Oxford University Toronto University OUR PARTNER SCHOOL Sarah L Cernohous Director, Rockford Christian Schools - International 1401 N. Bell School Road, Rockford, IL 61107 Mr. Tomas Simonsson is very knowledgeable and passionate about the schools he represents. He and his team at ABC Education Group are very professional and reliable. We have no hesitation in working with their organization. We know they will make the best choice of school for the students and care for them while they are abroad! ABC PARTNER SCHOOL School Highlights • Ranked #5 Best K-12 School in Connecticut • Amazing location in New Haven • 6:1 student to teacher ratio • 80% of the faculty have advanced degrees • 100% graduation rate Hamden Hall Country Day School • 59 students earned AP scholar recognition in 2020 Niche A+ Exceptional Academics • Nationally recognized program for Music, Location:Hamden, Connecticut Theater and Studio Arts School Type:Co-ed • 6 signature programs • High SAT and ACT average Residential Type:ABC Homestay ABC PARTNER SCHOOL School Highlights • SAT 1436 average for top 25% of the students • 1200 students in grades 9-12 • 14:1 student to teacher ratio • Located in Olney, MD, just 15 miles north of Washington DC Our Lady of Good Counsel High School • 100% graduation rate • 19 AP courses Niche A+ Exceptional Academics • IB program • Great STEM program Location:Olney, Maryland School Type:Co-ed • 89% of faculty hold advance degrees • $34.5 million in college scholarships was Residential Type:ABC Homestay offered to the class of 2020 • 62% of graduating students received academic scholarship ABC PARTNER SCHOOL School Highlights • ABC TOP School • Ranked # 3 Best Catholic High School in KY • Ranked # 5 Best College Prep School in KY • City Campus in Cincinnati • 100% graduation rate Covington Latin School • 11:1 student to teacher ratio Niche A+ Highly Recommended Location:Covington, Kentucky • 9 AP courses offered School Type:Co-ed • In state tuition and enrollment priority in KY Universities for students with KY High School Residential Type:ABC Homestay Diploma ABC PARTNER SCHOOL School Highlights • ABC Top School • Ranked #9 Best Christian School in the state of Texas • Located in Fort Worth, 13th largest city in the USA All Saints’ Episcopal School • 100% graduation rate • $17 million in scholarships and grants for graduates 2020 Niche A+ Exceptional Academics • 8:1 student to teacher ratio Location:Fort Worth,Texas School Type:Co-ed • 16 AP courses offered • 18 honors courses offered Residential Type:ABC Homestay • SAT Average: 1220 • ACT Average: