Student Handbook - NW Services

NWS STUDENT HANDBOOKPRESCRIPTION FOR SUCCESSPARTICIPATE IN FAMILY ACTIVITIESThere will be times when you would rather do something else then attend a familygathering, but remember that along with being a member of a family comeresponsibilities. Your family has decided to host you because they want to sharetheir lives with you.OBEY HOUSEHOLD RULES AND DO YOUR CHORES PROMPTLYIf you do not understand what is expected of you ASK! Your host family willappreciate your help around the house.ASK FOR YOUR HOST PARENTS‟ APPROVAL BEFORE YOU MAKE PLANSTell them well in advance if you need a ride to an event or if you plan to havefriends over. Always inform them if you will be late or if you will miss dinner.PAY FOR YOUR OWN EXPENSESSchool supplies, toiletries, clothing, souvenirs, things you want or need. Use acalling card or call home collect.SPEND TIME WITH THE CHILDREN IN YOUR HOST FAMILYThey will greatly appreciate your attention.SHARE YOUR CULTURE WITH YOUR HOST FAMILY AND COMMUNITYPeople will probably be very eager to learn about your country and family.SHOW GRATITUDERemember that your host family really appreciates it when you express yourthanks freely.Revised December 200921