MEXICO

In Mexico, we offer two different types of programs:

SUMMER PROGRAMS

Homestay experience

Reference: MH4 – 4 weeks
Reference: MH7 – 7 weeks

Age: 13 – 18

Language requirement: minimum 1 year of high school Spanish or equivalent

Program description:
Mexican host families volunteer to host Canadian exchange students because they are proud to allow foreign teenagers to learn firsthand about their culture and language. Mexicans are very warm people and they will be happy to receive you. Students may be placed in any part of Mexico: San Luis Potosi, Cuernavaca, Mexico city…

Homestay experience and visit of Mexico City

Program reference: MHV4 – 4 weeks
Program reference: MHV7 – 7 weeks

Age requirement: 13 – 18

Language requirement: minimum 1 year of high school Spanish or equivalent

At the end of your homestay, you may choose to spend your last 3 days of your trip on a guided tour of Mexico City. This dynamic tour will leads you through the city’s many famous historical sights.

 
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SCHOOL YEAR PROGRAM

Academic year or semester and homestay

Program reference: MHS20 – 5 months
Program reference: MHS40 – 10 months

Age requirement: 15 – 18

Language requirement: minimum 1 year of high school Spanish or equivalent

Program description:
Studying abroad will be a true personal challenge as well as a life-changing experience. You will gain a global perspective that will allow you to grasp the realities of life and acquire a true understanding of human relativity. Living abroad will allow you to completely immerse yourself in a new culture, language, and way of life. The interpersonal skills, self-confidence, and experience you will gain through your semester or year abroad will make an important impact on your college and care.

Host Families:
Host families are very carefully selected. They are fully volunteers, warm and caring people who gladly open their home and hearts to our students. Their only hope is to learn more about your culture and to share their family and lifestyle with their new "son" or "daughter". As a member of the family, you will participate in all family activities, including meal-time, and assume the same responsibility as your host sisters and brothers.

School:
You will attend school near your new home and be requested to attend all classes. Upon arrival, you will be helped and oriented by your Terra Lingua coordinator and/or a school counsellor to choose the different subjects you will want to take. Some will be compulsory; some others will be your choice. Within the school, you will be expected to strictly follow the school rules, to attend all classes, to do your homework, and to be a successful student. The first month will be the hardest because of the language. You should however never hesitate to ask for help to your teachers or the host family in any field. Your success at school is a crucial part in the success of your experience.

Support Network:
All students abroad have a coordinator in their host community, as well as a national office. They are always available and eager to assist you throughout your entire stay abroad. You will be able to count on them for any support you need.