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Program Terms
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Summer
Program
Participants
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Teenagers
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High School
Subject Areas
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French
Language
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Theater
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Quick Look
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Location:
Avignon (Provence region) - France
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Language of Instruction: French
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Academic Credit Available: Yes
Overview
Our new program in Avignon is designed for students completing grades 10-12 with at least 3 years of French. This program focuses on the performing arts and is designed for students who are interested in theater arts as both spectators and participants, as well as in French language and culture immersion.
Our residential program in Avignon combines two advantages: a pre-college experience where our students study, live and cook with a group of peers in a vibrant town whose name has become synonymous with performing arts in France, and a language experience facilitated by the Abbey Road students and faculty.
Three afternoons a week students will also participate in performing arts seminars and workshops. This aspect of instruction will make the best use of the many resources of this 'City of Theater' and its exciting festival. The Avignon program will also offer recreational, cultural and artistic activities and workshops based on student interest.
Avignon FRANCE
French Residential Immersion and Performing Arts
Program Overview
Town:
Avignon (Vaucluse region)
Dates:
July 2 – August 3, 2007
Travel Extension:
Paris (4 nights, included)
Key Excursions:
Aix-en-Provence, Marseille, Nîmes, Pont du Gard
Focus:
Performing Arts, French Language and Culture
Housing:
Residence
Level:
Grades 10-12
Our program in Avignon is designed for students completing grades 10-12 with at least 3 years of French. This program focuses on the performing arts and is designed for students who are interested in theater arts as both spectators and participants, as well as in French language and culture immersion.
About Avignon
Dominating the Rhône valley, the fortified city of Avignon has shed its armor and opened its gates to share its beautiful architecture and fascinating history with many visitors from all over the world. This is most evident during the city's summer theater festival when the Palais des Papes, the Pont d'Avignon and the cobblestone streets become the setting for musical, dance and theatrical performances of all styles.
Our residential program in Avignon combines two advantages: a pre-college experience where our students study, live and cook with a group of peers in a vibrant town whose name has become synonymous with performing arts in France, and a language experience facilitated by the Abbey Road students and faculty.
Academics
The French language classes are taught by Abbey Road faculty; the curriculum combines classroom instruction, experiential learning and daily practice. Students study with experienced teachers and have opportunities for individual tutoring by Abbey Road staff.
Three afternoons a week students will also participate in performing arts seminars and workshops. This aspect of instruction will make the best use of the many resources of this 'City of Theater' and its exciting festival.
The Avignon program will also offer recreational, cultural and artistic activities and workshops based on student interest.
Residence Housing
Abbey Road students and staff live together in a centrally located apartment complex in Avignon. Female and male students will live in separate apartments, while the staff will live in the same complex, in apartments of their own. Students learn to share house responsibilities, shop for groceries in local markets, and prepare meals.
The residential program in Avignon encourages and facilitates the use of French through daily interaction, formal and informal courses, activities and excursions. All Abbey Road faculty and staff who live with the students are fluent in French and many are native speakers. They encourage our students to speak French at all times. However, the key to success in a language study program is the student's own motivation and effort.
Daily Schedule
During the week, students will start a typical day with the French class. After lunch, all students and staff assemble for the daily group meeting. Three afternoons a week students will participate in a variety of performing arts seminars and workshops. On other afternoons students will have a choice of social, recreational, and artistic activities which may include: excursions to local sites and museums, concerts and performances, shopping, and conversation at outdoor cafés and restaurants.
In addition to planned activities with the Abbey Road group, students will have plenty of free time to pursue personal interests, make friends and explore the town. We strive to maintain a perfect balance between structured activities and free time. While we give our students this privilege, we expect them to adhere to the program rules and safety guidelines, especially the policies on alcohol and curfew, and to uphold our standards of responsibility and maturity.
On Saturdays and Sundays, students go on day trips to some of the most beautiful sites of Provence: Aix-en-Provence, Nîmes, Pont du Gard, Marseille, and others. The program also includes a 4-day travel extension to Paris where the group stays together in a modern, 3-star hotel within walking distance to key sites and monuments.
All academics, activities, excursions and the travel extension are included in the program fee.
Academic Credit
Academic credit is available.
Academic credit is available. Credit depends on school or university.
Eligibility
Grades 10-12, 3 years of French
Housing/Accommodation
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Apartment / Flat
Abbey Road students and staff live together in a centrally located apartment complex in Avignon. Female and male students will live in separate apartments, while the staff will live in the same complex, in apartments of their own. Students learn to share house responsibilities, shop for groceries in local markets, and prepare meals.
Program Costs
$6,200 without airfare, $7,100 including airfare
Costs
Include: * All-inclusive Fee: * Covers airfare from New York, all tuition and tutoring, transportation, housing and meals, activities, travel excursions, the Paris travel extension, and medical, accident and travel insurance.
Dates
July 2 - August 3, 2007
Deadlines
Interested students encouraged to apply as soon as possible
Contact
Abbey Road Overseas Programs
8904 Rangely Avenue
West Hollywood, CA 90048
USA
Tel:
888-462-2239
Fax:
866-488-4642
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