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 Valencia has become the third largest cities in Spain with close to one million inhabitants. It is a very modern city and is especially known for its port which is the largest in the country. It has also given the city world wide acclaim for hosting the America's cup which will take place again in Valencia in 2009. Next to this great distinction one of Valencia's other most important spects is their football team, which has loyal fans and offers an amazing spectacle for all visitors who get the chance to see a match.
Our teen Spanish program takes place 15 minutes outside the city of Valencia in the town of Puzol. This provides for a safe environment for the teens attending the Spanish courses as well as a tight knit community for the teens to do things after classes. The Valencia area remains safe and inviting to visitors but all students need to be able act responsible throughout their stay.
Valencia Teen Program Spanish Courses
The teen Spanish classes are held in the morning from for three hours with a a maximum of 10 students in one class. All students are tested upon arrival to ensure they are placed in the appropriate level. The main focus of the courses are on coversation and being able to speak and understand Spanish with a progression through out their time in the summer Spanish courses in Spain starting with their initially place level. Grammar and Vocabulary play the biggest parts of the Spanish lesson plan.
Teen Spanish Activities
and Excursions in Valencia
 The activities program for the Valencia teen program plays a major role in educating the students about the culture of Spain as well as an entertaining way for students to interact and make this a once in a lifetime experience. The Spanish teachers from the school as well as summer teen program coordinators provide supervision as well as guided discussions of the events that take place. This allows students to not only get to know their instructors and leaders better but also a chance to practice the Spanish and priciples that they learned in the classroom. The activites can be broken up into three categories which include cultural workshops which focus on Spanish cooking, cinema, dance, etc; Cultural vists which include sites of cultural heritage and importance, as well as Sports which helps develop team building and provide an overall fun program.
Teen
Spanish Program Pricing 2008
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2008 Valencia Teen Summer Spanish
Program Prices (US Dollars) |
| Program |
Class Size |
2
Wks |
3
Wks |
4
Wks |
Extra
Week |
Meals
Per Day |
Group 3 Lessons/DR Homestay
Half Board |
Max 10 |
1790 |
2550 |
3320 |
770 |
2 |
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This Spanish Teen Program
in Valencia includes classes, social and cultural
activities, housing in double rooms with selected Spanish
families who will provide 2 meals per day. Age Limits: 14-17 years. Airport transfers each way are included from the Valencia airport. |
Spanish Abroad, Inc. requires a non-refundable $90
registration fee which is not included in the price listings.
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here to review the refund policy.
Valencia Teen Program Host Family
 The Valencia host families are specially selected for the teen Summer program. These are some of the most welcoming families that are accustomed to receiving teen in their home. Most families are within walking distance gut due to the size of the city and the schools central location it is inevitable that some families are only within close reach by public transportation which is easy to use and no more than a 20 minute ride away by metro or bus. The host family experience is an invaluable resource due to the oppertunity to practice your Spanish in normal activities that students experience daily. The
starting date for the accommodations is the Sunday
before the starting date of the course, and accommodations end
on the Saturday after the Spansh course ends. The host family will provide breakfast and lunch while a picnic lunch will be awaint the students at the Spanish school in Valencia or at an onsite excursion or activity. Laundry service is provided once per week.
Valencia Teen Spanish Program
Start Dates 2008
Month |
Start Date |
July
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7 14 21 |
*Last day of Program on August 16th
| Valencia Teen Program Sample Schedule for Summer 2008 |
Teen
Program
Activity |
Day |
Airport Pickup |
Sunday |
Welcome Speech/
Cultural Workshop |
Monday |
Cultrual Workshop/
Sports Activity |
Tuesday |
Cultural Workshop/
Cultural Visit in Valencia |
Wednesday |
Cultrual Workshop/
Sports Activity |
Thursday |
Cultrual Workshop/
Shopping in City Center |
Friday |
Full Day Excursion or
Depart Valencia from Airport |
Saturday |
Day at th Beach |
Sunday |
Valencia Teen Summer Program
Supervision
Valencia a large city so it is important that all students are mature and responsible in handling themselves in situations where they may not be supervised by an adult. Staff from the Spanish school that hosts the teen Summer program in Valencia will supervise students during courses, activitites, and excursions. The host family will supervise the students while they are in their home, make sure the students follow all rules, and ensure that they meet the 11PM Curfew.
There are times when teens will not be supervised such as going to and from the school. It is important that they use the buddy system and travel with their room mate or another student from the school. Valencia is a relatively safe city but students should still keep a watchful eye on their belongings and surroundings. Students should handle themselves just as they would in any large city with out parental supervision.
Students must follow the rules listed in the
rules form minors form that must be signed and returned prior
to the start of the Teen Spanish Program in Valencia.
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