JUNE 27–AUGUST 8, 2015

ACCELERATED ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROGRAM (AELP)AMERICAN CULTURE IMMERSION EXPERIENCE

New Hampton School

ENGLISH IMMERSIONThe Accelerated English Language Program (AELP)

is a summer immersion in English language and American culture. Students are asked to commit to their experience by speaking only in English in order to truly embrace this unforgettable adventure. This commitment

helps to quickly strengthen language volubility and, in turn, create friendships.

ALL-INCLUSIVE PROGRAM

The AELP is an all-inclusive program open to students 12-18 years old with any level of English fluency

“The Accelerated English Language Program provides students with a unique opportunity to improve not only their language proficiency but also their life skills and confidence as young adults.

The AELP’s greatest strength is the way in which carefully tailored instruction within the classroom is supported by authentic learning opportunities on and off campus.

Our students leave the AELP feeling confident in their ability navigate new experiences, explore world cultures, connect to relevant issues, and initiate conversations—and they can do all of this while speaking English”

MEG PECHENICK 2014 AELP DIRECTOR

> Learn more about the AELP at www.newhampton.org/esl

ENGLISH LANGUAGE

INSTRUCTION

The AELP curriculum is carefully structured to support students of all proficiency levels as they improve their English reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills. Experienced instructors and small class sizes help students make the most of every learning opportunity. Instructors concentrate on building the literacy skills crucial for language acquisition, notable for students planning to matriculate into a school where English is the language of instruction.

INSTRUCTORS & STAFF

AELP instructors are degreed professionals, experienced in teaching English to speakers of other languages. Passionate educators, our teachers and staff are empathetic to the students' experience while challenging them in and out of the classroom. Students are supported through every aspect of the Accelerated English Language Program.

WEEKLY THEMES

Weekly themes tie class time and activities together. Past themes have included:

• Science and Technology• Pop Culture• Outdoor Adventure• History and Famous people • Poems and Stories• Sports

CLASSES

Mornings are divided among three sessions:

MEASURABLESUCCESS

Students’ language proficiency is assessed on arrival using a TOEFL-style placement

test consisting of four parts: reading comprehension, grammar multiple choice, short answer, and essay. Upon departure,

students are assessed again using an equivalent test. In 2014, 91% of students

maintained or improved their scores.

• ESL: Students focus on specific, level-appropriate aspects of English grammar and learn to reduce errors in their speech and writing.

• CONTENT: Students expand their language skills by examining a variety of topics through authentic sources such as books, magazines, blogs, and newspapers. Students in content class read short stories or articles and write essays, biographies, or reviews.

• PROJECT: During project time, students work in pairs or small mixed-level groups to create dynamic projects such as a presentations, music videos or skits related to the theme of the week. Completed projects are presented to the entire group at the end of each week.

STUDENTLIFE

Students have opportunities for growth in all aspects of their lives. Creative and engaging programs provide stimulating and comprehensive American culture immersion as well as character and social development.

RESIDENTIAL HOUSES

New Hampton School residential house rooms sleep 1 to 3 students. Students are matched with roommates of a different nationality whenever possible. Program staff members live amidst the students, serving as house parents. They are present for supervision and support and to maintain a safe, comfortable, family-style environment.

MEALS

An abundance of healthy and varied cuisine is offered in the Memorial Hall Dining Room. Mealtime is casual and offers another opportunity to interact with American students attending one of the many programs offered on the NHS campus throughout the summer.

SAMPLE DAILY SCHEDULE

Each day at the AELP presents different adventures and occasionally alternative scheduling is necessary. A typical day includes the following:

8:00 am Breakfast - Memorial Hall

9:00 am ESL Fundamentals - Differentiated learning for each level

9:50 am Content-Based Learning - Weekly cultural themes

11:15 am Task-Based Project Class - To prepare weekly presentations

12:00 pm Lunch - Memorial Hall

2:00 pm American Culture Activities on or off campus

5:00 pm Dinner in Memorial Hall

6:00 pm Evening activities including music, sports and more

8:00 pm Study Hall in Academic Research Center

10:30 pm Lights out - Staff members maintain a presence in residential houses and on campus.

“My Experience at the AELP has been amazing. I met a lot of new friends and improved my English.

I will remember my summer at the AELP forever.”

PATRICIA AELP STUDENT, SPAIN

THEMED ACTIVITIES

The weeks of the AELP are organized into American Culture themes. During each week, activities

are chosen with educational benefits that relate to the subject matter of morning classes. The

objective is having each student construct his or her own learning through meaningful, American

experiences. These adventures occur on and away from New Hampton School’s beautiful campus.

WEEKLY PROGRAM

Each themed week consists of the following activities:

• New Hampshire experience trips• On-campus activities• Swimming/lake visits• Shopping opportunities• A featured excursion or tour• A concluding ceremony with

celebrations of achievement

FEATURED EXCURSIONS & TOURS

Students explore enriching sites around New England during weekend excursions, including some of the most prominent universities. Formal and casual trips allow students to exercise language skills in different settings.

• Dartmouth College• Harvard University • Canobie Lake

Amusement Park• NH Museum of History

• Boston’s Freedom Trail and Faneuil Hall

• Portsmouth Maritime Museum

• NH Fishercats Baseball Game

IS THE AELP RIGHT FOR YOU?

• Do you want to improve your speaking and writing skills in and out of the classroom?

• Would you like an “insider’s guide” to American culture given by American staff and friends?

• Care to experience an unforgettable summer filled with days of fun and learning?

• Do you see yourself making lifelong friends from all over the world?

• Want to develop unmatched confidence in speaking and interacting in English through a constant use of the language in a myriad of cultural, educational, and social situations?

If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, we want you at the AELP!

“I had an awesome summer at the AELP. I had fun, learned English, met interesting people, and I felt healthy.

I can find only one word to describe it all: Unforgettable!”

HARRY AELP STUDENT, CHINA

WHAT WILL YOU SAY?

“Our daughter was really happy at the AELP. Thank you to everyone at New Hampton—

She had an experience she will never forget.

ISABEL PARENT, SPAIN

“Thank you very much for this summer. Life in the dorm was fun. I was part of a great community. I learned a lot about the culture of the USA and of course a lot of English grammar and vocabulary.

It was a great experience and helped me a lot for this year. NICOLAIAELP STUDENT, GERMANY

“THE PROGRAM IS VERY INTENSIVE, INTERESTING, AND FULL OF DIFFERENT ACTIVITIES AND EXCURSIONS. THE VARIETY OF DIFFERENT NATIONALITIES IN THE PROGRAM HELPS THE STUDENTS TO IMPROVE THEIR LEVEL OF ENGLISH AND FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OTHER COUNTRIES.

Our students and parents are very happy with Accelerated English Language Program at New Hampton School.”

NINA PACHEZERTSEVAEDUCATION CONSULTANT, RUSSIA

FLEXIBLE PROGRAM CALENDAR

A new themed week begins each Monday.Plan your stay for 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6 weeks!Arrival dates: June 27; July 4, 11, 18 & 25Departure dates: July 11, 18, 25; August 1 & 8

6 WEEK PROGRAM: $8,925 | 2-5 WEEKS $1,775 PER WEEKSave with early registration by February 1, 2015!

All-Inclusive tuition:

ACADEMIC PROGRAM• Extensive English language instruction• Experienced teachers and staff• Superior books and materials• Comprehensive progress assessments

STUDENT LIFE• Comfortable campus accommodations• Bed linens and towels• Healthy and diverse cuisine• Meals and snacks on and off campus• Student accident and sickness insurance• Extraordinary supervision and care

ACTIVITIES• Exciting sports and social activities• Admission/tickets to parks, museums, games, etc• Equipment and supplies• Activity-related travel

DOMESTIC TRAVEL• Transfer from and to Boston Logan or Manchester Airports

(on designated travel days and times)• Historical and cultural tours• New England university visits

SEMINARS• Boarding school admission process• TOEFL/SAT test information and preparation

> To Apply: Visit www.newhampton.org/esl

New Hampton School70 Main StreetNew Hampton, NH 03256

Leia Bridgham, Director of Summer Programs

lbridgham@newhampton.orgt: 001.603.677.3542f: 001.603.677.3488

New Hampton School, a co-ed boarding school serving grades 9-PG in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire

newhampton.org/esl