INTERNATIONAL HOMESTAY PROGRAM – For I-20 Students
The RRSS Homestay Program matches families with international students for the coming school year. This would be a 10-month commitment between the family and international student.
Instead of a dorm setting, we believe international students living with American families provides a much better environment conducive for learning and a more focused social and emotional support for thriving as a student at Ronald Reagan Secondary School.
Homestay Families Provide:
- A warm supportive environment
- Transportation to and from school, school events, and necessary shopping
- 3 meals a day
- Connection with WIFI
- Support for academic, emotional, and social needs
- Explanation of cultural differences and western education standards
Host families are carefully screened and selectively matched with our international students:
- LiveScan background check
- Driving record
- TB test
- Application
- Recommendation letters
- Home visit and interview
- Orientation training 2-3 times per year
- No discrimination based on ethnicity, race, or income
Students fill out a questionnaire to aid in the best match with host families including:
- Allergies or special diet needs
- Preferences for pets, children, etc.
- Quiet or lively home environment
Our Homestay Coordinator:
- Selects the host for each student
- Provides cultural training
- Is available to international students on a daily basis
- Receives monthly feedback from host families
- Visits the home each semester to meet on site with students and families
- Processes concerns and assists in adjustments