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PAX Korean Student Academic Exchange
A letter from Victoria Chariott of PAX, Program for Academic Exchange
Dear Korean Focus,
I came across your website as I work with international exchange students from Korea. I would
like to share with you this unique educational opportunity.
This
year, PAX - Program of Academic Exchange is bringing 60 high school students from South Korea to the US for an academic exchange!
These teens were chosen to participate on the program out of thousands that applied based on their leadership potential,
maturity level, personality and willingness to be a young ambassador. They have strong English skills and cannot wait to explore
America they have heard so much about. They also come with a monthly allowance, full health insurance and an active coordinator
who supports them throughout the experience. Families who adopted children from Korea are the perfect hosts for these students
as it is once in a lifetime opportunity to introduce their family to the Korean culture first hand but without leaving the
security of their home.
Over the
next few weeks, we are looking for the remaining 30 families nationwide who are interested in hosting these great Korean students.
This is an incredible opportunity to 'bring the world in' and be part of an exotic culture that no trip could ever provide.
In addition, it's a way for a family to put into practice the values of openly accepting others and extending a helping hand.
Host families will play an important role in exposing the students to first hand knowledge of concepts such as volunteerism
and community action. The young person is sure to take home what they like about our society, and as a result, the exchange
may have a far-reaching impact. Hosting an exchange student is a two-way track enriching both the family and the student!
If you, or someone you know, are a candidate to host one
of these remarkable students for 6-8 weeks or a full school year, please contact Vicky at PAX as soon as possible at
victoriac@pax.orgor call 1-800-555-6211.
P S: Meet some of our Korean students:
Kyung
Min is a student who enjoys participating
in activities! She "studies enthusiastically," but as class president, she also makes time to be involved with school
activities. ...
Sun
Jae comes from a musical family! With a mother who teaches guitar and ukulele, and a father who plays bass cello,
Sun Jae has music in his genes. ...
Jeehye is a girl who is "kind to everybody and respects others opinions."
Her passion lies in all things related to art. She is a talented artist, especially when it comes to drawing. ...
Jihoo describes himself
as "outgoing," and as someone who is capable of "tolerating new conditions." In his free time, Jihoo enjoys
playing sports, such as baseball and basketball. ...
2nd Annual Korean Traditional Dance & Music Festival August 8th
Don't
miss this fantastic opportunity!
2nd
Annual Korean Traditional Dance & Music Festival
Date & Time: Saturday, August 8th, 2009, 5 PM
Location: Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center, Alexandria Campus of Northern Virginia Community College,
3001 North Beauregard St.,
Alexandria, VA
Tickets: Adults $10, Seniors and children under 12 $5
Purchase tickets online here, or call Young Kim at 301-562-6517
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2010 KF - KUMCGW Lunar New Year Celebration
2010 Camper Registration Form
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1906 Sword Lane, Alexandria, VA 22308
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