WORLD SCHOOL FORUM 2014

• Vladivostok, Russia

• September 15th – 27th

• Theme: Clothing: Tradition and Innovation.

WORLD SCHOOL OBJECTIVES

Masaki Matsudaira created World School in 1997 with the following vision:

A World Without Boarders A Forum for Youth from the World A widening of Horizons Youth embracing different global perspectives Lasting friendships

MAIN ACTIVITIES

1. Bonding Activities2. Debates Preparation3. Debates4. Visits related to the theme5. Cultural visits6. Home stay7. Country Presentations: related to the theme

and cultural performances8. Games

PREPARATION TASKS

By the end of May• Debate Research• PowerPoint Presentation: Country Presentation

related to the theme.• Canadian Booth: Related to the theme. • Traditional Performance: singing and/or dancing.Summer time and second week of September• Scrapbook about our way of life in Canada. • Meeting with the Previous Canadian Delegations.

WORLD SCHOOL REQUIREMENTS Personal requirements

Total Grade Average: +80%

Strong Organizational Skills

Strong Communication Skills

Team Work Ability

Independent Work Ability

Respect of deadlines

Ability to cope with change and differences

REQUIREMENTS Personal commitments

Before WS: Preparation Tasks

During WS: Best Behavior as Canadian and Trafalgar Representatives

After WS: • Reflection Video• Video for the Assembly• WS Board 2014 + Pictures• Open House• Previous Delegations Supper

EXPENSES

All expenses during World School are covered by the Kanto International School Educational Foundation.

① Student Plane Ticket + 1/3 of the teacher’s ticket

② Insurances (Health and Trip Cancellation + Modification)

③ Gifts for Homestay Family④ Canada Booth Small items⑤ Pocket Money

CANDIDATE SELECTION PROCEDURE

1. Candidate Letter of Presentation (Anonymous)- Word Printed Document. Name on a sheet of paper at

the back of your letter.- Min. 200 words, max. 300 words, double spaced- Answer these two questions: Why would you like to go to WS? Why would you be a good candidate for WS?2. Research and PPT (Anonymous)TOPIC: Environment and Clothing. Tradition and Innovation.3. Individual Interview4. Group Interview/Team Activity Session

UDAČI!

World School… WHERE WE STAND AS ONE.