AN INTRODUCTION TO THE INTERNATIONAL CLASSROOM PROGRAMPresented by Meghan Daney and Amy Hansen

What is it?• At its most basic, the International

Classroom is a cultural exchange between Denmark’s Helsingør Gymnasium and Great Valley High School▫ Students spend 10 days in each country with

host families.• The program focuses on experiencing and

comparing academic, cultural, and social aspects of society

When is it?

Danes at GV: March 2-11 GV in Denmark: March 30-April 9

• Dates are chosen based on many factors, including PSSA/Keystone testing windows, Danish and U.S. school calendars, AP dates

Application and Acceptance Process

Acceptance Committee considers Teacher input Discipline Attendance Grades Student Interview

Cost $1800-includes airfare, meals and lodging in

Denmark (provided by family), busing, admission costs on field trips, insurance (required by district)

Class Content During the nightly meetings, students

will be expected to learn both English and Social Studies components There will be assignments that are part of

the course This is a class worth .5 credits and is

awarded a letter grade

During the Exchange A rigorous itinerary that takes mature

individuals, it is not just for those who want to take a trip! Last year’s itinerary Your help and support makes a HUGE

difference in the success of the participants