Students attend public high schools while attending the cultural exchange program in China. Schools are close to the host family home and transportation is arranged for the student.
Students who apply for this program are expected to have Chinese language proficiency at the beginner’s level. While students can continue to take course(s) on Chinese as a foreign language in China, students should be prepared to adjust to the Chinese teaching environment in the high school. Students attend classes, receive grades and participate in extracurricular activities. Students learn more about the Chinese culture from their Chinese peers, teachers, counselors, and friends.
High school in China is offered for three years when students intensively prepare for college admission. Every year on June 7, 8, and the following day(s), about 10 million high school graduates undertake the National College Entrance Examination to compete for over 5 million vacancies for higher education. In spite of demanding classes of academic training, students are encouraged to develop good morality, a healthy body and mind, a habit of lifetime learning, and a spirit of innovation.
The recent economic boom in China has provided new school buildings for many high schools. A typical Chinese high school in an urban area has broadband connection for the Internet. Educational resources are integrated in terms of internet-based administration, multi-media education, and so on. Athletic facilities include stadiums, basketball courts, soccer fields, tracks and fields, and so on. Libraries, study halls/classrooms, and laboratory facilities help students strengthen their knowledge. Art and music classes and performances enrich student life and refine the growing process.
Public schools in China usually do not have a religious affiliation, except some political activities that are not required of international exchange students. Students are encouraged to learn more about different religions, but shouldn't feel obligated to change their beliefs.
