STUDENT EXCHANGE OPPORTUNITY
St. Paul’s School and St. Paul’s School for Girls
Fettes College
Edinburgh, Scotland
February 27th – Mar 21st, 2014
Application with essay due November 1, 2013
The St. Paul’s Schools have long standing student exchange relationships with
schools in Japan (Gakushuin and Suiryo High School), Spain (Pia de Sitges),
Germany (Pascal Gymnasium), CHINA (Hongzhu Entel Foreign Language
School), Australia (St. Hilda’s School), Argentina (St. Georges College) and
France (Collège et lycée Marseilleveyre). We continue to expand our commitment
to international partnerships and are launching our first student exchange
program in the spring of 2014 with Fettes College in Edinburgh, Scotland.
Fettes College, http://www.fettes.com/fettes-college/ is a co-educational
boarding and day school for children aged 13-18, located in Edinburgh,
Scotland. Fettes College was founded in 1870 as a school for orphans and the
sons of needy parents. The school has a reputation for academic and athletic
excellence and is the only school in Scotland which offers its students the
choice of taking the International Baccalaureate or the more specialized
national A level courses.
Preliminary itinerary (subject to change)
February 24th - March 7th: Selected SPS/SPSG students will each host a
student from Fettes College in their home. Students will attend classes and
participate in some arranged activities such as visits to local universities
and/or visits to see local attractions i.e. D.C., or Baltimore.
March 7th - March 9th: Fettes College students and SPS/SPSG hosts will travel
to Scotland via London, depart Fri evening, Mar 7th, stay overnight in London,
Saturday, Mar 8th, fly to Edinburgh on Sunday, March 9th.
March 10th - March 21st: SPS/SPSG students will board at Fettes College and
attend daily classes. Time will also include trips around Scotland and include
visits to Edinburgh and St Andrew's.
March 21st: SPS/SPSG students return and resume classes after Spring Break
ends, March 24th.
STUDENT EXCHANGE OPPORTUNITY
St. Paul’s School and St. Paul’s School for Girls
Application
Name:
______________________________________________
School:
_______________________________
Current Grade:
______________
Essay: Please write a one page typed essay answering the following
question.
How do you think studying abroad at Fettes College, and in Scotland, will
impact you personally, academically and in your future?
In your essay you should:
 Give a clear idea of why you are an ideal candidate for this trip.
 Discuss knowledge, experience and skills you can share with the
students and staff at Fettes.
 State what you think you will be able to bring back to the St. Paul’s
Schools.
Criteria for Selection:
1. Currently an Upper School student at St. Paul’s School or St. Paul’s
School for Girls - in good academic standing.
2. Outstanding habits of mind and character.
3. Ability to represent the St. Paul’s and St. Paul’s School for Girls missions
and uphold the highest standards of the schools.
By completing this application, I/we certify that my/our child is able to fully
participate in this program. Travel expenses are estimated at approximately
$1900 and will be the responsibility of the family. Room and board will be
provided at no charge by Fettes College.
_________________________ Signature of Applicant
_________________________ Signature of Parent
_________Date
_________Date
Faculty Recommendation
To be completed by a current teacher or advisor
_____________________________________________________is applying to take part in the:
STUDENT EXCHANGE OPPORTUNITY
St. Paul’s School and St. Paul’s School for Girls
Fettes College
Edinburgh, Scotland
February 27th – Mar 21st, 2014
Faculty/Community Member: The above student is applying to participate in a
student exchange program with Fettes College in Edinburgh, Scotland. They will
host a student from Fettes for two weeks, then return to Scotland to experience
2 weeks of boarding and academic life. Upon returning to school, they will be
asked to share their experience with other students.
Please rate this student using the following criteria:
Criterion
Below
Average
Average
Above
Average
Excellent Outstanding
Intrinsic Motivation
Work ethic
Self-awareness
Creativity
Self-esteem
Collaboration
Interest in Others
Intellectual Curiosity
On the back, please explain whether or not you think this student would be a
good fit for this program. Consider also whether you can envision this student
coming back to the St. Paul’s Schools to share their experiences with the
community.
Return to Robin Webster (SPS) or Sheri Reynolds (SPSG) by November 1,
2013.
Name: _______________________________
Title: ___________________
Signature ___________________________
Date: ___________________
Faculty/Community Recommendation
To be completed by a club advisor/coach/employment or service
supervisor
_____________________________________________________is applying to take part in the:
STUDENT EXCHANGE OPPORTUNITY
St. Paul’s School and St. Paul’s School for Girls
Fettes College
Edinburgh, Scotland
February 27th – Mar 21st, 2014
Faculty/Community Member: The above student is applying to participate in a
student exchange program with Fettes College in Edinburgh, Scotland. They will
host a student from Fettes for two weeks, then return to Scotland to experience
2 weeks of boarding and academic life. Upon returning to school, they will be
asked to share their experience with other students.
Please rate this student using the following criteria:
Criterion
Below
Average
Average
Above
Average
Excellent Outstanding
Intrinsic Motivation
Work ethic
Self-awareness
Creativity
Self-esteem
Collaboration
Interest in Others
Intellectual Curiosity
On the back, please explain whether or not you think this student would be a
good fit for this program. Consider also whether you can envision this student
coming back to the St. Paul’s Schools to share their experiences with the
community.
Return to Robin Webster (SPS) or Sheri Reynolds (SPSG) by: November
1, 2013.
Name: _______________________________
Title: ___________________
Signature ___________________________
Date: ___________________