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RomeOne of the world’s most fascinating cities, Rome
is both a living open-air museum of Ancient
Rome and a vital center of modern Italian life. The
school, located in the heart of the city, is the ideal
environment to learn the Italian language.
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Section ... Topic
1 ......... Introduction to EF
2 ......... Welcome to Italy
3 ......... Weather watch
4 ......... Travel & transfer service
5 ......... School information
6 ......... Academics
7 ......... Accommodation & meals
8 ......... Money matters
9 ......... Phones, faxes & Internet
10 ....... Health care & insurance
11 ....... School activities & excursions
12 ....... Transportation
13 ....... Expectations
14 ....... Italian culture & living tips
15 ....... Adjusting to a new culture
16 ....... EF school calendar & holidays
17 ....... Checklist
Contents - Rome
Dear Student
We are very happy to welcome you to the beautiful
and culturally rich city of Rome, Italy.
During your time here, you’ll have the opportunity to
study Italian and discover what the ‘true’ Italy is all
about. Gain further knowledge of the language, by
listening and speaking daily and immerse yourself in
the culture, you’ll have the opportunity to live like an
Italian.
The city offers a great deal of diverse activities year
round from cultural events and exhibitions to social
gatherings and exciting sports competitions. There
are plenty of restaurants and bars to fill a wide variety
of tastes, Italians are famous for their cuisine after all.
Not to mention all the wonderful historic architecture
and paintings.
The school staff in Rome look forward to
welcoming you.
Best wishes,
Cristina Pinti, School Director
EF Centro Linguistico, Rome
3 Rome, Italy
2. Welcome to Rome, ItalyItaly is a peninsula which is bounded on the
north by Switzerland and Austria; on the east
by Slovenia and the Adriatic Sea; in the south
by the Ionian Sea and Mediterranean Sea; on
the west by the Tyrrhenian Sea, the Ligurian
Sea, and the Mediterranean Sea; and the
Northwest by France. It comprises, in addition
to the Italian mainland, the islands of Elba,
Sardinia and Sicily and many lesser islands.
Enclaves within mainland Italy are the inde-
pendent countries of San Marino and Vatican
City; the latter is a papal state mostly enclosed
by Rome, the capital of Italy. The area of Italy
is 301, 277 sq km. The population of Italy
58,147,733 (July 2007 est.)
A Very Brief History
Italy was united under the Roman Empire. After
the collapse of the Roman Empire in 476 AD,
the situation in Italy was characterised for many
centuries by the fragmentation of the terri-
tory under different rulers and the rise of small
city states often subjected to heavy foreign
interference. Italy was once again united in
1881 under the monarchy of Victor Emmanuel
II. After two world wars and a period of fascist
dictatorship, in June 1945, Italy was officially
proclaimed a republic.
Culture
From antiquity to modern times, Italy has
played a central role in world culture. Italians
have contributed some of the world’s most
admired sculpture, architecture, painting,
literature, and music, particularly opera.
Although the nation was politically unified less
than 150 years ago, the Italians do not consider
themselves to be a ‘new’ people, but see
themselves as the descendants of the ancient
Romans. Moreover, regional differences persist
because of natural geographical boundaries
and the disparate cultural heritage that has
come down from the Greeks, Etruscans, Arabs,
Normans and Lombards. Regional variety is
evident in persistent local dialects, holidays,
festivals, songs and cuisine. Central to all Italian
life is the tradition of the family as a guiding
force and focus of loyalty.
Rome
Known as the ‘eternal city’ Rome represents
the origin of one of the most ancient civilisa-
tions, from which a great number of people and
cultures of our time take their roots. Hundreds
of poets, writers and artists, in every speech
and from all over the world, have celebrated
its beauty, the colours, art, and culture and its
charming atmosphere, full of history. But Rome
is not only a city rich in unique monuments,
palaces and museums. It is also a modern, lively
city offering entertainment for all tastes. Only a
few kilometres from the city, the Roman coun-
tryside, the beaches off the coast and the hills of
the Roman Castles district contribute to making
Rome the ideal place for a study vacation.
Location: Lazio, central Italy
Libraries: 83
Cinemas: 75
Bus Routes: 136
Underground Lines: 2
Sports Centres: 118
Book Shops: 271
Museums: 70
Theatres: 84
Villas / Palaces: 29 (open to visitors)
3. Weather WatchRome’s mild climate makes it enjoyable year-
round. Spring and autumn are generally sunny
with mild temperatures (although late autumn,
November, can be rainy). July and August are
quite warm. From December to February there is
brisk cold weather, but it still can be quite sunny.
4. Travel & transfer serviceThe transfer information below should allow you
to reach your destination in Rome without any
problems. If you are arriving in Italy with your
own travel arrangements, please inform your
EF office of your flight details so that they can
inform your homestay hosts of your time of ar-
rival. If your hosts do not know when to expect
you they may be home when you arrive!
1. Introduction to EFEF Education First, welcomes students of all ages from every corner of the world to learn a language at our schools all over the world. Our innovative curriculum uses an intensively structured academic program along with an array of educational and so-cial activities, resulting in a fast and fun way to learn a language.
EF students come from diverse backgrounds and like you, they have chosen a program to enhance their language skills as part of their academic or career plan. Many have planned for many years to take advantage of this opportunity.
A large percentage of our students ap-ply their new language skills by taking a recognized exam. Successful completion provides the necessary language qualifi-cations for university and for professional endeavours. Many students view their time with EF as a chance to explore educational alternatives whilst honing language and study skills.
A great aspect of an EF program is the variety of nationalities at our schools. We welcome you to join this international com-munity where you’ll experience life and language with EF. We take great pride in our continuing dedication to our mission - breaking down barriers of language and culture.
4 Rome, Italy
Transfer service
Arriving at a busy airport in a foreign city can
be confusing. EF offers a one-way transfer ser-
vice from the airport to your accommodation
for an additional fee. We highly recommend
that you take advantage of this service.
A school representative or an EF driver will
meet all students who have requested a
transfer. This person will stand at the arrival
gate holding a sign with the EF logo on it. If,
after waiting some time, you cannot find the
greeter, please call the emergency number,
which you will receive from your EF office
before you leave. If that is unsuccessful, call
your homestay hosts or residence and they will
advise what to do.
Independent Travel
If you do not sign up for the EF transfer
service, there is a regular train service which
connects the airport to the main railway sta-
tion. A one-way ticket will cost approx. 11€.
The taxi fare from the airport to your homestay
is about 40-50€.
5. School InformationOur EF Rome school lies in the very heart of
Rome, 5 minutes walking distance from the
beautiful Piazza Navona and Piazza Venezia
and even closer to the ancient Pantheon and
the narrow streets of old Rome. Around the
corner you find the square of Largo di Torre
Argentina with numerous bus lines and the
tram line connecting which allows you to easily
explore any part of the city center in 20 minutes,
departing from the school.The neighborhood
is full of bars, small boutiques and restaurants
as well theatres and shopping possibilities of all
price ranges and categories. The school itself
is situated on a square with less traffic, optimal
for studying. Hence, the area is a place where
modern meets history in tasteful harmony.
The school building itself owns a unique history
belonging once to one of the most influential
families in Rome. At the same time it provides all
the modern facilities, large and luminous spaces
with charming details reminding of the past.
The school enjoys an excellent reputation for
its teaching and experience. It caters to stu-
dents from all over the world at all levels and
with a wide variety of needs. The teachers are
all native speakers and hold both a university
degree and a diploma in teaching Italian as
a foreign language. They undergo specific
training and are kept up to date via monthly
teacher education seminars.
Various facilities are available free of charge
to the students such as the student lounge
(always staffed), classroom with multimedia
facilities, language lab with 18 PCs, media
classrooms, iPad bench, free wifi and Internet
access, etc.
6. AcademicsOrientation
The first day is very important, as this is when
you meet fellow students and teachers and
take a test lasting about one hour to determine
your level of Italian. You will also receive details
on the school, on the city of Rome and its sur-
roundings and on recreational activities.
Timetable
Each lesson lasts 40 minutes.
General Italian Classes
General Italian classes focus on the develop-
ment of the four skills: speaking, listening,
reading and writing and include work on gram-
mar and vocabulary.
Assessment
You will be asked to attend regular meetings to
discuss the course, as well as for you to let us
know your thoughts and opinions, problems
and worries. Similar meetings will be held at
regular intervals throughout the course. You will
also be assigned a counsellor who will monitor
your progress throughout the year and answer
any of your queries.
Special Interest Classes
Depending on your course type you may also
select a number of special interest (SPIN) class-
es. Special Interest classes allow you to improve
your Italian through the study of a wide range
of subject options. Admission to some of these
will depend on academic and linguistic level but
most are open to all students on the proramme.
Some of the ‘Special Interest’ classes that have
been held in the past have included History of
Art, Business Italian, Italian History and Civiliza-
tion, Design and Architecture.
Homework
You are expected to complete all assignments
set by your teachers in General Italian and
Special Interest classes.
Grading
You will be assessed at regular intervals
throughout the course; at the end of each term
a progress report will be sent to your parents
or sponsors. You will be assessed on the basis
of attendance, participation, attitude, and
performance in class.
Special Exams
At the end of the Third Term and according to
the level you have reached, you will be able to
sit the CILS examinations run by the ‘Universita
per stranieri di Siena’ or the CELI, organised by
the ‘University of Perugia’. You are responsible
for the cost and registration procedures for the
exam. The cost is between 80-170€, depend-
ing on the level.
Attendance
You are expected to attend at least 80 percent
of all classes. Consistent failure to attend class,
for whatever reason, may result in expulsion
from the programme with no refund of course
fees.
Class Size
The maximum number of students per class
is 17 while the average number of students is
10 – 12 per class.
Course books
As part of your academic program, you’ll be
expected to buy the books and classroom
materials that you will use in class. If you wish
to buy additional books you may need more
money. The books you buy are yours to keep,
write in and take home with you for future
reference.
7. Accommodation & MealsYour first week
Your student services manager at our school
EF Romewill advise you on the best way for
you to reach your accommodation.
Homestay accommodation
Homestay hosts are carefully selected and
interviewed before they are accepted to our
programme.
5 Rome, Italy
Generally you will share a twin room with a stu-
dent of a different nationality to maximize the
time you spend speaking Italian. Your room will
have a bed, a desk, and chair, plus space to
store clothes and personal items. Your home-
stay hosts will provide clean bed linen, but you
will need to bring your own towels.Your room
will have been cleaned before your arrival. Dur-
ing the stay, you are responsible for keeping
the room clean and tidy. Your hosts will provide
breakfast and dinner daily. In weekends lunch
is included.
We ask you to adapt to your host’s lifestyle
to make your stay as interesting as possible.
Please respect their customs, and be sure to
discuss the following topics with them:
z what time is breakfast
z if it is okay to receive telephone calls
z if their washing machine is available for your
use, with a possible small fee
z if you plan to be out late, please inform the
family when you are expected to return
8. Money MattersCurrency
The currency in Italy is the Euro. The symbol for
this currency is €. The euro is divided into 100
cents (sometimes referred to as euro-cents,
especially when distinguishing them from other
currencies). Banknotes come in denominations
of €5, €10, €20, €50, €100. They will each be
a different color to allow you to tell them apart
more easily. Coins come in denominations of
1c, 2c, 5c, 10c, 20c, 50c, €1, €2.
Spending Money
We advise you to take about 200€ per week
in pocket money to cover the cost of activities,
meals, sports, entertainment, activities and
transportation between your homestay and
school. The amount you need will be relative
to what your choices of activities are. You
should bring most of your money in travel-
ler’s cheques, as well as about 100€ in cash
for when you first arrive, including, if possible,
some small change for telephones, lockers
and bus tickets.
Banking
Most banks are open from 8.30 to 13.45 and
from 14.45 to 16.00 Monday to Friday. Banks
usually have a better exchange rate than the
private bureaus de change. Avoid traveller’s
cheques since many banks do not recognize
them.
Credit Cards
Credit cards are widely accepted. We strongly
recommend that students travel with either a
Visa or MasterCard. Credit cards enable you to
rent cars, reserve hotel rooms, and do various
activities, which may be more difficult with
cash or traveller’s cheques.
9. Telephones, fax & InternetTelephone and Fax
The school phone is not available for your
private calls, but there is free wifi and Internet
for Skype calls.
Emergency numbers
In case of emergency you should dial the
following local number 112. The EF emergency
number is +393804320591
Fax
There are places near the school that send
faxes and charge for the time used. Ask the
front desk for directions to the nearest fax ma-
chine you can use. Faxes can be received care
of the school.
Internet
The school is equipped with Wi-Fi wireless
Internet. Students are highly encouraged to
bring their personal laptop computers for email
and Internet use on the wireless network.
10. Health Care & InsuranceStudents must be prepared to pay approxi-
mately 100€ for Health Insurance per year and
for a “Marca da Bollo,” a revenue stamp. You
will need three passport-sized photographs
and a credit card or other financial guarantee
from your parents or sponsors.
Students coming from EC countries can bring
an E111 form with them to cover basic medical
costs. This is only valid for three months and
does not give as much coverage as a private
policy. After three months the students will
have to pay approximately 13€ for the revenue
stamp and will therefore also need some type
of financial guarantee. We recommend that EC
students take out fully comprehensive private
health insurance.
Erika Travel Insurance
Because security is EF’s number one priority, we
have negotiated a comprehensive tailor-made
travel insurance package for EF students with
Erika Travel Insurance, an international insur-
ance expert. The policy protects you against ex-
penses incurred through accident or illness, and
provides coverage for loss or theft of baggage
and personal effects. It also provides coverage
against interruption of your EF program due to
illness as well as liability and legal expenses.
The EF staff is trained to assist with your Erika
Travel Insurance questions and claims. When
you are sick or injured the last thing you want
to do is deal with such issues. Let us help you!
6 Rome, Italy
11. Activities & ExcursionsExtracurricular activities contribute greatly to
your social and academic success. They not
only help you to relax after a day studying, they
also provide you with an opportunity to meet
and make friends from other classes, other
countries and other cultures. Your school’s ac-
tivities and trips give you the opportunity to apply
your life skills, practice Italian in real situations
and familiarize yourself with the Italian culture.
Activity Programme
Every month the school organises social
activities where students get together and at
the same time acquire a deeper understanding
of Italian traditions and culture. These activities
include seminars (on cinema, literature, wine and
cooking), viewings of famous Italian films, bilin-
gual workshops, guided visits to historical monu-
ments, walks through the city “off the beaten
track”, ‘spaghettata’ evenings, concerts, theatre
and excursions to nearby places of interest.
Please note that some activities and excur-
sions have a fee and require a minimum
number of participants to run.
Sample Activity Prices:
z Full-day excursion to Pompeii with guide: 45€
z Full-day excursion by coach to Sienna
Orvieto: 35€
z Spaghettata evening 8€
z Pizza night in a typical Italian pizzeria: 18€
z Guided visit to a museum: 12€
z Opera, concert, or theatre performances: 30€
12. TransportationPublic Transportation
There are a variety of bus and Metro tickets,
which must be bought in advance. They are
available from ATAC automatic machines and
from tobacco stores, news stands and some
bars. The on-the-spot fine for not having a
ticket is 50€.
Buses
Daytime buses usually run from 5.30 until
midnight. Night buses (indicated by an owl) run
from midnight until 5.30. Check the bus stops
for specific times. Passengers must have a
ticket before getting on a bus as they are NOT
sold on board. When you get on a bus, you
must stamp single tickets in the machines by
the rear door.
Metro subway
The trains run from 5.30 until 23.30. There are
two lines that roughly form a cross on the map,
meeting at Stazione Termini.
Taxis
Licensed taxis are painted yellow or white and
have a meter. They are normally found at a rank
and it is often difficult to flag one down in the
street. Avoid taking unlicensed taxis as they are
likely to charge you more than the normal rate.
Scooters/ Mopeds
To hire a scooter or moped you need an iden-
tity document and/or a cash deposit for the
hire company.
13. ExpectationsExpectations are a normal part of anticipating a
new experience. We understand that everyone
has their own individual beliefs and anticipations,
however we ask you to come with an open mind.
What you can expect from EF:
z Supportive staff, available for guidance and
encouragement.
z An academic program which combines language,
special interest, and culture-oriented classes.
z Full program of local activities and excursions
at special EF rates.
z Accommodation in either homestay or stu-
dent residence.
z All designated meals.
z EF Academic Year Abroad Diploma for
Academic Year Abroad students with 80%
attendance per term and good academic
standing and academic records
z EF Course Certificate for International Lan-
guage Students with 80% attendance and
good academic standing.
z Preparation classes and/or materials for appro-
priate standardized language exams and avail-
ability of University Placement Service (UPS).
What EF expects of you:
z To develop a greater understanding of the
world around you.
z To attend at least 80% of all classes and to
do your best in class at all times.
z To be respectful of your homestay hosts, your
classmates, your teachers and your community.
z To keep your room and shared areas clean.
z To speak Italian at all times.
z To abide by all laws, rules and regulations of
your host country, state, campus and school.
What you can expect from your homestay hosts:
z A comfortable, clean place to live.
z Prepared meals or accessibility to food to
prepare yourself according to the meal plan.
z Access to the school in approximately one
hour by public transportation. All transporta-
tion costs are your responsibility.
14. Italian culture & living tipsVisa Issues
It is very important for all non EC students to
apply for a student visa. We recommend that
you obtain a visa for nine months with multiple
entries (the school’s acceptance letter should
be enough to obtain this) and you should apply
for this as soon as you receive your accep-
tance letter from the school as procedures
sometimes take two to three months. Please
check with your nearest Embassy or Consul-
ate to see if you need a visa.
All students have to obtain a “Permesso di
Soggiorno,” a permit allowing you to stay in
Italy while you are studying. The school will
assist you in applying for this document once
you are in Rome.
Appliances
Electric outlets in Italy have a 220 voltage and
use round two-pin plugs.
The nearest post office is at Via Monterone, 2,
on the way to Piazza Navona, opening from 8
am to 7 pm every day. To avoid queues, it is
best to buy stamps at the tabacchi. Telegrams
and faxes can be sent from post offices.
15. Adjusting to a New Culture The EF community is more than a group of
students who have come together to learn
Italian. It is also a multi-cultural group of young
adults who are eager to share their own culture
and learn the culture of their host country and
fellow classmates.
One’s culture is made up of values, beliefs, arts,
traditions and practices of a specific community
or population. Our culture affects how we view
ourselves, how we relate to others and what we
7 Rome, Italy
value as important in life. We are often unaware
of how much our culture affects our lives.
You may have already had some exposure to
the new culture you are about to experience.
You may have seen television shows, read
books, or studied in school about Italy. While
some parts of this culture may already seem
familiar to you, experiencing a new culture first-
hand will prove exciting. You will be meeting
students from all over the world who, like you,
are looking forward to spending a year learning
and living a language, both inside and outside
the classroom.
As a visitor to a new culture, you may experience
periods of fatigue and discomfort when you are
uncomfortable. Culture shock is what some-
times happens when we try to meet challenges
of our new culture by using the values, beliefs,
and attitudes of our own culture. As visitors to
a new culture, we must learn that cultural differ-
ences are merely different - not right or wrong.
It is a good idea to bring traditional objects from
your culture to share with other students and
your host to teach them about your country.
Tips on coping with change
Remember that change does not come with-
out some effort! We humans need a certain
amount of stress to motivate us to learn new
ways of being. Learning always involves some
form of change. You should try the following:
z While you might be tempted to surround
yourself with things that are familiar to you, try
not to isolate yourself by being only with others
from your home country. Keep reaching out to
your host, roommates and other students.
z Put off making major decisions such as an
accommodation change, until you feel more
“at home” with the culture in general.
z Talk to us about your worries or problems.
EF Staff are here to help and would prefer to
know about any problem you may have so
that we can help you.
z Set goals, no matter how big or small, and
accomplish them! You will feel good about
yourself in doing so, and you will reduce the
negative feelings associated with culture
shock. For example, set a goal that you will
speak Italian at all times.
z Remind yourself that you came to this
country to experience a new culture, to meet
others and to explore your new surroundings.
Relax, take a deep breath and reflect back on
the days before leaving your home country
when you were excited about your new ad-
venture. Try to refocus this former excitement
towards your experience.
Keeping a journal
One way to keep track of emotions and
changes that take place over the year is to
keep a journal. By recording your experi-
ences and feelings on a regular basis, you will
have a record of your academic and personal
progress to look back on in days and years to
come. Be sure to note changes in:
z Language skills
z School performance and involvement
z Campus/host adjustment
z Individual learning and growth
Keeping a journal will help to remind you that
culture shock is truly a temporary phase
of adjustment.
Bring pictures and Items from home
If you have room in your suitcases for some
music, a costume, pictures, or some typi-
cal crafts, it would be good to show other
students, as well as to decorate your room
to make it seem like home. We have seen
costumes and drums from Korea, dancing and
music from Austria and a piñata and tortillas
from Mexico. Please bring pictures of your
friends, family and surrounding area.
Important telephone numbers
16. EF School CalendarAcademic Year Schedule
The Academic Year is divided into three terms.
(See the applicable start date below for your
program’s specific term and break schedule).
January 2012
Academic Year and Semester Program
Orientation: Fri 6 Jan - Sun 8 Jan
Term 1: Mon 9 Jan - Fri 9 Mar
Holiday: Sat 10 Mar - Sun 25 Mar
Term 2: Mon 26 Mar - Fri 1 Jun
Semester Departure: 2 Jun 2012
Holiday: Sat 2 Jun - Sun 10 Jun
Term 3: (Year) Mon 11 Jun - Fri 17 Aug
Departure: 18 Aug 2012
April 2012
Academic Year and Semester Program
Orientation: Fri 13 Apr - Sun 15 Apr
Term 1: Mon 16 Apr - Fri 1 Jun
Holiday: Sat 2 Jun - Sun 10 Jun
Term 2: Mon 11 Jun - Fri 7 Sep
Semester Departure: 8 Sep 2012
Holiday: Sat 8 Sep - Sun 23 Sep
Term 3: (Year) Mon 24 Sep - Fri 30 Nov
Departure: 1 Dec 2012
June 2012
Academic Year and Semester Program
Orientation: Fri 8 Jun - Sun 10 Jun
Term 1: Mon 11 Jun - Fri 7 Sep
Holiday: Sat 8 Sep - Sun 23 Sep
Term 2: Mon 24 Sep - Fri 14 Dec
Semester Departure: 17 Nov 2012
Holiday: Sat 15 Dec - Sun 6 Jan
Term 3: (Year) Mon 7 Jan - Fri 8 Feb
Departure: 9 Feb 2013
September 2012
Academic Year and Semester Program
Orientation: Fri 21 Sep - Sun 23 Sep
Term 1: Mon 24 Sep - Fri 14 Dec
Holiday: Sat 15 Dec - Sun 6 Jan
Term 2: Mon 7 Jan - Fri 8 Mar
Semester Departure: 9 Mar 2013
Holiday: Sat 9 Mar - Sun 24 Mar
Term 3: (Year) Mon 25 Mar - Fri 31 May
Departure: 1 June 2013
January 2013
Academic Year and Semester Program
Orientation: Fri 4 Jan - Sun 6 Jan
Term 1: Mon 7 Jan - Fri 8 Mar
Holiday: Sat 9 Mar - Sun 24 Mar
Term 2: Mon 25 Mar - Fri 7 Jun
Semester Departure: 8 Jun 2013
Holiday: Sat 8 Jun - Sun 16 Jun
Term 3: (Year) Mon 17 Jun - Fri 16 Aug
Departure: 17 Aug 2013
Please note: there will be no classes on
public holidays.
School holidays
Our partner school in Italy recognizes the fol-
lowing holidays when there will be no classes.
If your arrival falls on one of these dates, please
check with the school staff upon your arrival for
an exact orientation schedule.
2012
1 Jan - New Year’s Day
6 Jan - Epiphany
9 Apr - Easter Monday
1 May - Labour Day
2 Jun - Anniversary of the Republic
15 Aug - Assumption of the Virgin
1 Nov - All Saints’ Day
8 Dec - Day of Immaculate Conception
16 Dec 2012 to 2 January 2013 - Christmas holidays
2013
1 Jan - New Year’s Day
6 Jan - Epiphany
1 Apr - Easter Monday
1 May - Labour Day
2 Jun - Anniversary of the Republic
15 Aug - Assumption of the Virgin
1 Nov - All Saints’ Day
8 Dec - Day of Immaculate Conception
25 Dec - Christmas Day
26 Dec - St. Stephen’s Day
17. Checklist ■ Valid passport (with visa where necessary)
It’s a good idea to make copies of these
and pack them in your suitcase just in
case. You don’t need to carry your pass-
port with you while you are in Italy but you
must keep it and your other documents in
a safe place while you are in the country.
■ Passport Photos (4) for EF student
identification cards, travel cards and other
possible documents
■ Flight ticket
■ Luggage correctly labeled
■ EF Confirmation letter & other
EF documents
■ Make sure all EF forms are complete,
especially the Health Certificate
■ Medical and travel insurance documents
■ Basic medical supplies, any medication
you take regularly and a spare pair of con-
tact lenses or glasses if you wear them.
■ An International Driving License if you are
planning on renting a car.
■ Local currency for first week and for any
learning materials that are not included in
the cost of the course.
■ Money in the form of an ATM card
(Automatic Transaction Card), credit cards
and/or traveler’s checks (Do NOT bring
large amounts of cash in any currency!).
■ Electric adaptor for any electrical appli-
ances you plan to bring with you.
■ Pencil and/or pen and notebook.
■ Items from your hometown or country so you can share your culture with friends, homestay hosts and teachers.
■ Personal sports equipment.
■ Favorite books, photos and a camera.
■ Homestay or student residence details and emergency numbers.
Homestay host’s or student residence name:
________________________________________
Homestay host’s or student residence address:
________________________________________
Homestay host’s or student residence telephone number(s):
________________________________________
EF Sales Office telephone number:
________________________________________
EF School telephone number:
+39 06 682 109 95________________________________________
EF School emergency telephone number:
+39 38 043 205 91________________________________________
Important telephone numbers
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16. EF school calendar & holidaysSchool holidays
Our partner school in Italy recognizes the fol-
lowing holidays when there will be no classes.
If your arrival falls on one of these dates, please
check with the school staff upon your arrival for
an exact orientation schedule.
2012
1 Jan - New Year’s Day
6 Jan - Epiphany
9 Apr - Easter Monday
1 May - Labour Day
2 Jun - Anniversary of the Republic
15 Aug - Assumption of the Virgin
1 Nov - All Saints’ Day
8 Dec - Day of Immaculate Conception
16 Dec 2012 to 2 January 2013 - Christmas holidays
2013
1 Jan - New Year’s Day
6 Jan - Epiphany
1 Apr - Easter Monday
1 May - Labour Day
2 Jun - Anniversary of the Republic
15 Aug - Assumption of the Virgin
1 Nov - All Saints’ Day
8 Dec - Day of Immaculate Conception
25 Dec - Christmas Day
26 Dec - St. Stephen’s Day
17. Checklist ■ Valid passport (with visa where necessary)
It’s a good idea to make copies of these
and pack them in your suitcase just in
case. You don’t need to carry your pass-
port with you while you are in Italy but you
must keep it and your other documents in
a safe place while you are in the country.
■ Passport Photos (4) for EF student
identification cards, travel cards and other
possible documents
■ Flight ticket
■ Luggage correctly labeled
■ EF Confirmation letter & other
EF documents
■ Make sure all EF forms are complete,
especially the Health Certificate
■ Medical and travel insurance documents
■ Basic medical supplies, any medication
you take regularly and a spare pair of con-
tact lenses or glasses if you wear them.
■ An International Driving License if you are
planning on renting a car.
■ Local currency for first week and for any
learning materials that are not included in
the cost of the course.
■ Money in the form of an ATM card
(Automatic Transaction Card), credit cards
and/or traveler’s checks (Do NOT bring
large amounts of cash in any currency!).
■ Electric adaptor for any electrical appli-
ances you plan to bring with you.
■ Pencil and/or pen and notebook.
■ Items from your hometown or country so you can share your culture with friends, homestay hosts and teachers.
■ Personal sports equipment.
■ Favorite books, photos and a camera.
■ Homestay or student residence details and emergency numbers.
Homestay host’s or student residence name:
_________________________________________
Homestay host’s or student residence address:
_________________________________________
Homestay host’s or student residence telephone number(s):
_________________________________________
EF Sales Office telephone number:
_________________________________________
EF School telephone number:
+39 06 682 109 95_________________________________________
EF School emergency telephone number:
+39 38 043 205 91_________________________________________
Additional notes or numbers:
_________________________________________
Homestay host’s or student residence address
_________________________________________
Homestay host’s or student residence telephone number(s)
_________________________________________
EF Sales Office telephone number
_________________________________________
EF School telephone number
_________________________________________
EF School emergency telephone number
_________________________________________