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- 1. Growth and Understanding through Education www.GlobalSchoolAccess.com 美国GSA高中联盟
- 2. MISSION STATEMENT At Global School Access, our mission is to provide a dynamic growth experience— personally, academically, socially, and cross-culturally—for students, families, schools, and communities through exceptional care and strong partnerships, with the utmost integrity and respect, and with the goal of excellence. We aim to inspire young people to be happy, successful, and good global citizens, and to be viewed as the premier organization for international education by the families we work with, our partners, and our employees.
- 3. Growth and Understanding through Education www.GlobalSchoolAccess.com Who We Are Global School Access, headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, is a premier international education organization promoting culture exchange while offering exceptional service, high-caliber academic opportunities, and a comprehensive system of care for our students. We pride ourselves in our professionalism, expertise, expedited services, attentiveness, and trusted partnerships/relationships with all parties involved. We’re here to help our students succeed and hold the deepest respect for them as they embark on the journey to becoming the next generation of innovative thinkers and culturally sensitive, responsible, and competent individuals, who are guided by a moral compass and who are becoming contributors in our global society.
- 4. Growth and Understanding through Education www.GlobalSchoolAccess.com GSA Team and Advisory Board President and CEO Larry Lifson GSA Management Executive V.P. China GM Dr. T.J. Bai GSA Management Chief Operating Officer Sabrina Bahir GSA Management Attorney-at-Law Jonathan Strauss Adviser Executive Director Midwest Asian Health Association Dr. Hong Liu Adviser
- 5. Growth and Understanding through Education www.GlobalSchoolAccess.com GSA Team and Advisory Board Director of International Students, Notre Dame High School Raena Mullan Adviser COO/Founder, Tried and True Tutoring Marc Meinhardt Adviser Co-founder/Director, World Innovation Team, Associate Professor Dr. Arthur Gogatz Adviser Manager, Nexus Holidays, Travel and Tours Eric Mok Adviser
- 6. Today’s global society demands a well-rounded and well-educated citizen. Experiencing other cultures while understanding the importance of global citizenship leads to greater understanding, strong and lasting relationships, and future success. Students are well prepared to apply to excellent colleges and universities during the years they are working with GSA and attending GSA schools. The academic environment at our partner schools promotes leadership, creativity, self-confidence, collaboration and team-building, and innovation, all critical elements to success and important when colleges make decisions regarding acceptance. Schools also offer many extracurricular activities including clubs and sports, allowing students to pursue their interests and passions. www.GlobalSchoolAccess.com Growth and Understanding through Education Why U.S. Education?
- 7. Growth and Understanding through Education www.GlobalSchoolAccess.com It creates opportunities. Getting a good education has long-term effects, impacting where students will attend university, and which direction their career will go. …and more! The Benefits of Attending High School in the U.S. It builds relationships. Students create a vast network of lifelong friendships and connections, from which to reach out to for mentorship, support, and guidance throughout their lives. It develops good citizens. Those who are exposed to value-based curricula develop greater empathy, compassion, and understanding, creating a more tolerant and peaceful society.
- 8. Growth and Understanding through Education www.GlobalSchoolAccess.com TUTORING COLLEGE PREPARATION SUMMER AND WINTER CAMPS• English-language tutoring (ESL/ELL, literature, or other) • Single-subject tutoring (math, science, history, religious studies, etc.) • Trained and certified tutors • In-home, Skype, or on- campus tutoring available • ACT/SAT/TOEFL courses and/or 1-on-1 tutoring • College advising by top professionals in the field • College planning throughout high school with the goal of attending a U.S. university • Visit U.S. high schools and attend classes • Stay with an American host family • Tour top universities • Sightsee America’s most famous tourist destinations • 2-4 weeks SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTS • Legal services • Financial services • Student banking • U.S. cell-phone service • Travel arrangements and tours during holidays • Summer storage for belongings • Local coordinators in each city that provide ongoing support for students and host families • Home-visits, local events with other students and families • Academic monitoring STUDENT CARE AND SUPPORT Student Services
- 9. Growth and Understanding through Education www.GlobalSchoolAccess.com • Sister-school relationships • Professional development/teacher training and exchange • Student exchanges • Curriculum development and exchange • High-level administrator visits • Professional conferences Institutional Services: School Partnerships and Foreign-Exchange Programs
- 10. Growth and Understanding through Education www.GlobalSchoolAccess.com • Personal consultation for choosing the right university • College counseling and advisement throughout high school • Develop educational plans in line with career goals • Test preparation (ACT/TOEFL/SAT) • Monitor progress toward academic and career goals • Campus tours/university visits • Arrange meetings with admissions departments • Admissions document preparation (personal statement, school forms, test scores, transcripts, letters of recommendation) GSA College Planning
- 11. Growth and Understanding through Education www.GlobalSchoolAccess.com • Timothy Christian School, Elmhurst, Illinois • Nazareth Academy, La Grange Park, Illinois • Saint Viator High School, Arlington Heights, Illinois • Josephinum Academy, Chicago, Illinois • Holy Trinity High School, Chicago, Illinois • DePaul College Prep High School, Chicago, Illinois • Lexington Christian Academy, Lexington, Massachusetts • Pingree School, South Hamilton, Massachusetts • The Winchendon School, Winchendon, Massachusetts • Covenant Christian Academy, West Peabody, Massachusetts • Whitinsville Christian School, Whitinsville, Massachusetts • Steamboat Mountain School, Steamboat Springs, Colorado • East Catholic High School, Manchester, Connecticut • Cardinal Newman High School, Santa Rosa, California • San Francisco Christian School, San Francisco, California • Mercy High School San Francisco, San Francisco, California • Notre Dame High School, Belmont, California • Junipero Serra High School, San Mateo, California • Oaks Christian School, Westlake Village, California • Aquinas High School, San Bernardino, California • Ribét Academy, Los Angeles, California • Athol Murray College of Notre Dame, Wilcox, Saskatchewan, Canada • Luther College High School, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada • Ecole d‘Humanité, Hasliberg Goldern, Switzerland • St. Stephen’s School, Rome, Italy GSA School Partners
- 12. Growth and Understanding through Education www.GlobalSchoolAccess.com GSA School Partner Selection Criteria • Schools are in safe neighborhoods • Rigorous academics • AP and honors courses • College counseling • Extracurricular activities • Academic support • Values-based curricula
- 13. • Highly selected and required to go through an intensive screening process. Includes a formal application, interview, background check, home visit, and orientation. • Interested in cross-cultural exchange and are hoping to learn about the student’s country, language, and life in their country of origin. • Provide the best possible environment for international students so they feel safe and supported while living in the U.S. Make students feel a welcome part of their family. • Located a reasonable distance from the school. • Provide private bedroom with desk, dresser, closet, and linens. • Provide 3 meals a day. • Provide transportation to and from school or arrange school transportation. Growth and Understanding through Education www.GlobalSchoolAccess.com Host Family Selection Criteria
- 14. • Professionally managed • Safe neighborhoods • Well-equipped • Promote common experience, camaraderie, and friendship • Bridge cultural and language barriers in an immersive environment • Caring and supportive residential staff • 24-hour support • Ongoing activities on and off campus Growth and Understanding through Education www.GlobalSchoolAccess.com Boarding School Selection Criteria
- 15. Testimonials Growth and Understanding through Education www.GlobalSchoolAccess.com When I arrived in Chicago, the flight was delayed more than two hours. A GSA staff member greeted me at the airport with flowers and I started to cry. --Kathy (from Beijing) Thank you to all the GSA staff who always support me no matter how difficult the situation is. You are always my cheerleaders!--Mary (from Shenzhen) Recently I twisted my ankle and a GSA staff member took me to the doctor. While I was recovering at home, she visited me often, brought me a lot of food and spent time with me. A month later, we went to the hospital to check my ankle again. I hate going to the doctor, but when we saw the X-Ray report that day, we were so happy that I wanted to cry. I really felt as though she was my real sister watching over me. --Anne (from Shanghai) If not for GSA’s intensive English course, my English wouldn’t have progressed so quickly. Now I can keep up with the courses! Thank you so much! --Kim (from Chengdu) GSA is a very caring, responsible, and attentive international student management organization with great service. Our son very quickly adapted to life in a U.S. high school with the help of GSA staff. We sincerely thank GSA staff for their hard work and professionalism. Peter’s parents (from Xi’an) When I found out that another high school planned to develop an international student program, I immediately thought of GSA and strongly recommended GSA to the school. I told them: GSA is the best international student exchange agency I have ever worked with. Their experience and professional knowledge are the best in the field. Most importantly, they genuinely want to help their students succeed, and will do anything for their students. --Rory (A Chicago high school admissions director)
- 16. Growth and Understanding through Education www.GlobalSchoolAccess.com • www.globalschoolaccess.com • United States: [email protected] • China: [email protected] • Find us on: Contact Us & U.S. Headquarters: 900 Ogden Ave., #198 Downers Grove, Illinois 60515 630.963.3620