Host Family Pre-Arrival Orientation - Host Families Are Expected...

• to treat their student like a member of the family and not a guest, with all of the benefits and obligations attached to that privilege;

• to teach their student about the family rules and values;

• to provide a bed (a private bedroom is not required), a place to store clothing and personal items, and a place for quiet and study;

• to provide meals for the student in the habits of the family;

• to establish reasonable household rules and chores for their student;

• to guide the student in learning and developing throughout the year;

• to be flexible, adaptable, and positive throughout the experience;

• to call their EPC with concerns and questions;