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Chilliwack School District – British Columbia
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10 Excellent
reasons to study
In Chilliwack
British Columbia, Canada |
1. Scenic Beauty & Moderate Climate
The picturesque Fraser Valley, in which Chilliwack is situated, has some of the most productive dairy farms in the world and is dotted with vegetable and blueberry farms. Serving as a backdrop to the community are breathtaking snow-crested and glacier blanketed mountains. Furthermore, the area enjoys a climate that is neither too cold in winter nor too hot in summer and four distinct seasons.
2. Community – Not Too Big, Not Too Small
With a population of 75,000 Chilliwack doesn’t have the traffic congestion or other problems that come with being a major city. On the other hand, it is large enough to offer a full range of shopping, dining and recreational facilities and opportunities.
3. A Safe & Friendly Community
Chilliwack is not hampered by the high violent crime rate that has hit North American cities. Students and their parents can have confidence that it is a safe community.
4. Endless Recreational Opportunities
Beautiful glacier-fed lakes, streams and waterfalls, as well as, hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails are only minutes from any point in the community. Chilliwack is also the location of world-class salmon fishing in its rivers, 11 golf courses, 4 skating rinks, numerous tennis courts, white water rafting, and an endless array of other recreational opportunities. The Canadian National Kayak team uses Chilliwack as its year-round base. The nearest ski resort is a mere 1 hour away by car and Whistler-Blackcomb, the site of the 2010 Winter Olympics (where many of the school ski and snowboard clubs ski and board t) is just a 3 hour car ride away.
5. Close to Vancouver & Pacific Ocean
Chilliwack is just one hour by car east of metropolitan Vancouver, Canada’s third largest city, as well as, just one hour away from the Pacific Ocean.
6. Carefully Selected Homestays
There is not better way for international students to learn about the ways and lifestyles of Canadians, to learn and use English speaking skills, and to form close and valued friendships than in a homestay. Therefore, unless living with their parents, all international students are required to stay with school approved homestay families. Homestay families and their homes are carefully screened, chosen, and supervised to ensure the comfort and well-being of our international students. Every effort is made to match the individual needs of each student with the homestay family that can best meet those needs.
7. A Personalized Approach
Enrollment is limited to ensure that each student receives the individual attention needed to adjust to a new school system, culture, and language. An International Student Advisor will be available at all times to assist and counsel our students. It should be noted that students normally start school in September, but we will accept students at other times of the year, such as January.
8. Superb Course Offerings Featuring
- Excellent science and mathematic studies ranging from entry level Biology to Advanced Placement Calculus in our senior schools.
- Computer labs and Internet access are available at each of our schools
- Challenging and successful art and music programs.
9. Ideal Environment In Which To Learn English & To Excel In School
98% of the students in Chilliwack School District have English as their first language. Surrounded by native English speakers, international students in Chilliwack can very quickly improve their English skills. This, coupled with a wonderful support system, leads to the vast majority of our international students being accepted by post-secondary institutions directly after they graduate from high school.
10. Excellent School Atmosphere
Visitors to our schools predictably comment on the welcoming and friendly reception they experience from our students. At schools in Chilliwack, we all benefit from a school culture in which any form of aggression is essentially non-existent. We have exceptional teachers, an extensive athletic program featuring many school teams, and numerous clubs and special functions. Chilliwack is a fun place to learn, play, and make new friends
