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Louis Riel School Division International Student Program

Homestay Orientation August 30, 2016

Hosting Terminology

• Custodian Children who are less than

18 years of age and studying in Canada without a parent or legal guardian must be cared for by a responsible adult (Canadian or Permanent Resident) in

• Canada. LRSD will assume custodianship
• f minors in our homestay program.
• Guardian Permanent legal caregiver
• f a child; birth parents or appointed by

court.

• Homestay Provide private room,

food, guidance, cultural experiences and daily care.

Expectations from Homestay Families

• Help the student to feel at home - be their family
• Understanding/acceptance of different culture
• English and/or French Speaking (or other languages)
• Supportive, caring, positive family life
• Patient and open minded
• Tour of home, show them

how everything works

Expectations from Homestay Families

• Invite students to join you in

activities/outings

• Show them some of the city

highlights

• Take student to the doctor

when needed

• Contact school if student will

absent from school

“Treat them as you would want your own children treated by a family in another country.”

Expectations from Homestay Families

• Ongoing interaction with student
• Provide 3 meals a day and reasonable snacks
• Provide a clean and tidy living environment
• Fully furnished room (bed, study area, dresser, alarm

clock) with a door and window (Compliance with Safety Code)

• Available when needed
• Student cannot be left

alone overnight

• Internet access (WiFi)
• Key/access to home
• Laundry facilities

Support from ISP staff

• Homestay/Student

Orientation

• Monthly follow-ups with

Families

• Weekly school visits
• Host Family/Student

Expectations Handout

• Emergency Contact - 24/7
• Ongoing communication with

biological parents, agents and schools

Who Signs What?

Custodian

• School related issues, LRSD will inform biological parents of any issues
• Health emergency and hospital care, LRSD will inform biological parents
• f any issues

Homestay

• Permission for school-based day/field trips
• Act on behalf of biological parents/custodian in

emergency situations until ISP staff is contacted Student

• Terms and Conditions Contracts
• Disclose Student Information

Who Signs What?

Biological Parents

• Permission of high risk

activities form online

• Permission to Travel
• Any document requiring

financial responsibility

• Terms and Conditions
• Extra-curricular activities if

waivers are required

• Safe Grad

What kinds of things should the student pay for?

• All clothing
• School supplies
• Personal toiletries
• Medicines/medications of all

kinds

• Independent entertainment

and expenses when going

• ut with friends, etc.
• Costs associated with

participating in school activities such as graduation ceremonies

What kind of expectations should you have for the international student?

• Respecting/understanding Homestay and ISP

rules/expectations

• Attending school everyday
• Letting you know where they are at all times
• Respecting family guidelines regarding table

manners, use of household appliances, laundry, shower time, restriction on computer use, etc.

• No alcohol, drugs, driving a motorized vehicle, or

holding a paying job

• Planning ahead for social plans/sleepovers/curfews

Problems that a student may experience

• Jet Lag
• Difficulties with

communication/language

• r culture
• Homesickness
• Loneliness
• Mood swings
• Peer pressures
• Being overwhelmed
• Cultural/lifestyle

differences

Within your family

• Confidentiality
• Inform ISP of any changes

with your family (pets, health,

contact information, etc…)

• Become familiar with

cultural differences (food, greetings, hugging, bathroom etiquette)

• Ongoing verbal

communication

International Students are part of the family celebrations!

Talk to your student everyday!

Yes you can….

• Use your best judgement

when needed:

• call 911 for emergencies
• say “No” if you are

uncomfortable with the student’s plans

• Treat them as niece or

nephew

• Refer to ISP rules when

necessary

• Health Insurance​
• International Student Program Orientation
• ISP Student Handbook​
• Going Home End of Program Checklist
• Sick Days Information
• Winnipeg Transit Guide /Winnipeg Transit

Navigo​

• Cell Phone and Internet Use
• Divisional Calendar 2016-17
• Permission to Travel
• Homestay Do's and Don'ts
• Homestay Food Do's and Don'ts

Resources for Homestay Families

Please check with us if you unsure about anything.

(Problem-solving, signing forms, travel requirements, accidental damages, advice, etc.)

Website: isp.lrsd.net

Resources for Homestay Families https://www.lrsd.net/schools/ISP/Homestay/Pages/Resources-for- Homestay-Families.aspx Photo Gallery http://www.lrsd.net/schools/ISP/Students/Pages/Gallery.aspx Social Media http://www.lrsd.net/schools/ISP/Students/socialmedia/Pages/defa ult.aspx

Feel free to send us photos and testimonials!

Enjoy the journey of hosting your international student! Create lifelong memories!