International Students in the JCS Community

During EXTENDED ADVISORY this morning, American JCS students have discussion topics on what it is like to be an international student at our school. The purpose of having the American students discuss these topics is for them to better understand common hardships that international students face.


         

       

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  1. Rank the following struggles that you face as an international student - 1= the most difficult thing about being an international student AND 7 = the least difficult thing about being an international student.
        1 2 3 4 5 6 7
    I miss my family.  
    I miss my classmates and friends.  
    I miss the food!  
    I have trouble making American friends and "fitting in".  
    It is hard for me to listen to and speak in English the entire day.  
    I don't like to participate in class because I am afraid of making English mistakes.  
    It is difficult for me to adapt to the American way of life.  


  1. List THREE things that other students or teachers have done to make you feel more comfortable as an international student at John Carroll.


  1. List THREE things that other students or teachers could do to make your life easier as an international student at John Carroll.


  1. List THREE pieces of advice you would give to an international student who is thinking about studying abroad.


  1. As you have heard, John Carroll is hoping to increase the international student population to include students from all continents. Do you think this is a good idea? Why or why not?





Sra. Seiler
Spanish Teacher/ESL Instructor
The John Carroll School
Bel Air, MD