WORLD SCHOOL FORUM 2014 Vladivostok, Russia September 15 th – 27 th Theme: Clothing: Tradition and Innovation.

WORLD SCHOOL OBJECTIVES Masaki Matsudaira created World School in 1997 with the following vision:  A World Without Boarders  A Forum for Youth from the World  A widening of Horizons  Youth embracing different global perspectives  Lasting friendships

MAIN ACTIVITIES 1.Bonding Activities 2.Debates Preparation 3.Debates 4.Visits related to the theme 5.Cultural visits 6.Home stay 7.Country Presentations: related to the theme and cultural performances 8.Games

PREPARATION TASKS By the end of May Debate Research PowerPoint Presentation: Country Presentation related to the theme. Canadian Booth: Related to the theme. Traditional Performance: singing and/or dancing. Summer time and second week of September Scrapbook about our way of life in Canada. Meeting with the Previous Canadian Delegations.

WORLD SCHOOL REQUIREMENTS Personal requirements  Total Grade Average: +80%  Strong Organizational Skills  Strong Communication Skills  Team Work Ability  Independent Work Ability  Respect of deadlines  Ability to cope with change and differences

REQUIREMENTS Personal commitments Before WS: Preparation Tasks During WS: Best Behavior as Canadian and Trafalgar Representatives After WS: Reflection Video Video for the Assembly WS Board Pictures Open House Previous Delegations Supper

EXPENSES All expenses during World School are covered by the Kanto International School Educational Foundation. ① Student Plane Ticket + 1/3 of the teacher’s ticket ② Insurances (Health and Trip Cancellation + Modification) ③ Gifts for Homestay Family ④ Canada Booth Small items ⑤ Pocket Money

CANDIDATE SELECTION PROCEDURE 1.Candidate Letter of Presentation (Anonymous) -Word Printed Document. Name on a sheet of paper at the back of your letter. -Min. 200 words, max. 300 words, double spaced -Answer these two questions: Why would you like to go to WS? Why would you be a good candidate for WS? 2.Research and PPT (Anonymous) TOPIC : Environment and Clothing. Tradition and Innovation. 3.Individual Interview 4.Group Interview/Team Activity Session

UDAČI! World School… WHERE WE STAND AS ONE.