Inbound Orientation

( 1:00 pm 8 August 2010)

South Island Trip Briefing

( 9:00 am 22 August 2010)

Marae Weekend & Outbound Orientation  

( 27 - 29 August 2010)

South Island Trip 

(21 November/ 12 December 2010)

Auckland Day 

(15? December 2010)

2010 Outbound Return

( 7 January 2011  Depart

  9 January 2011 Arrive NZ)

2011 Outbound Depart

(19 January 2011  Depart NZ

  22 January 2011 Arrive Europe

  21 January 2011 Arrive SA)

Outbound Debrief Meeting

( 13 February 2011 ?)

Farm Weekend

(18 - 20 February?)

Boating Day

( March 2011)

D9920 Rotary Conference

( April 2011?)

2011 Outbound Applications Close

( 30 April 2011)

Challenge Camp

(16 - 20 May 2011)

Selection Weekend

( 27 - 29 May 2011)

Exchange Farewell Evening

(10 June 2011)

 

 

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      •  Do I need to be part of Rotary? 
      •  Outbound Student application process
      •  When can I apply?
      •  Applications and further information
      •  What countries does D9920 exchange with?
      •  Do I get to choose my country?
      •  Do I have to know another language?
      •  What are the features of a Rotary Exchange?
      •  Is there any future advantage from being a Rotary Exchange student?
      •  A perspective for parents (and students)
      •  Explain the Rotary Youth Exchange organisation
      •  What if I have problems during my exchange?
      •  Do my parents have to host an inbound student?
      •  So what's the bottom line - How much does it cost?
      •  What if we just want to host an inbound student?
     

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Do I need to be part of Rotary?

No. The exchange program is for any person that meets the elegibility criteria [refer to the "Home" page] and these do not require applicants to be part of Rotary. The program is a true exchange program offerring young people the opportunity to undertake an international exchange and experience the culture of another country. Students are hosted by a Rotary Club as part of Rotary International's world wide programs. It is the Rotary club structure that supports the program and gives it the "Rotary International Youth Exchange" [RIYE] name.

 

Outbound Student Application Process

        Overview of the application process

 

When can I apply?

Applications for exchange students will be received from October and will close on 30 April. Students depart in the following January for a 12 month exchange.

Applicants must live within in the area covered by Rotary District 9920. The New Zealand territory of District 9920 covers eastern Auckland from south of the harbour bridge down to and including Pukekohe. If you live elsewhere in New Zealand then you should refer to the Rotary New Zealand website to locate a rotary club in your area. Rotary New Zealand rotary.org.nz

The selection of students will take place during a compulsory live in selection weekend in May (refer to important dates on the home page) If you are aged between 16 and up to 18 years on Jan 1 of the year of departure and meet the application criteria (Refer to the "Home" page), you are eligible to apply.

 

Applications and further information

To apply or for further information please contact us using the "Contact Us" page or complete the Initial Application on the "Forms" page and contact your nearest rotary club or the district 9920 committee via this website.


Download and print this PDF file which summarises the program.

A handy brochure for anyone that might be interested in the program              

Youth Exchange Brochure (PDF 2 Pages)

Download Rotary International's Information Booklet about the Program.
(Note: Some Information may vary form the actual details for the 9920 Program)

RI IYE Overview for Students (PDF)

 

What countries does D9920 exchange with?

Currently our district exchanges with the following countries:

  • France
  • Germany
  • Finland
  • Denmark
  • Argentina
  • Canada
  • Belgium
  • Sweden

 

Do I get to choose my country?

A very popular question. And the answer is ... yes and no. The countries we exchange with are those we know run top-quality programs, and we re-evaluate them each year. There are a limited number of exchanges available with each country, and we will not overload any country in either direction, inbound or outbound. Therefore, if you're going to spend a year overseas, we ask you to select three preferred countries. The majority of students will get one of their three choices. But remember, flexibility is a vital characteristic for a successful exchange student, and that starts right at the beginning.

 

Do I have to know another language?

No, not at all. Naturally, it would help to have some familiarity with the language of the country you go to, but we don't limit the program to those who are already bi-lingual. In fact, one of the great benefits of the program is quickly gaining fluency in another language. Typically, our students become fluent in 3-4 months, even without any previous knowledge of the language! But we strongly recommend that all participants start learning their target language as soon as they are selected for the program. The more of the language you know up front, the better your experience will be.

 

What are the features of a Rotary Exchange?

Returning exchange students tell us that they really like the fact that they get to stay with several host families. This gives them a variety of family experiences and the chance to see the culture of their host country from a diffferent point of view each time. Having several host families also increases their contacts and friends on exchange and students usually find they get to do different things with each host family.

The other feature that returning students tell us that they really enjoy is the range of activities organised for them by Rotary. For example this usually includes an organised bus trip for several weeks with other exchange students to tour their host country (and often neigbouring countries). In the northern hemisphere this is usually called the "Euro Tour". This highlights the third thing that students tell us they like, and that is the chance to meet other exchange students from around the world and share the same exchange experience and become friends for life.

 Is there any future advantage from being a Rotary Exchange Student?

Yes! Past history has indicated that having the Rotary Exchange Year on your tertiary application (to university etc) carries weight and compliments your NCEA (or similar) results. Institutions are looking for students that are going to successfully complete their studies and graduate. By completing a full year exchange in another culture you are showing that you have the "right stuff".  Future employers will take similar views of your year's experience, not to mention the benefits of becoming bi-lingual or bi-cultural!

 

A perspective for parents (and students):

These brief video's provide an invaluable perspective on what to expect from an exchange. For parents and students. Brought to you by Maya Frost and her family

Part 1 of 3 Maya Frost Speaks to Rotary Youth Exchange Student's Parents (USA)

Part 2 of 3 Maya Frost Speaks to Rotary Youth Exchange Student's Parents (USA)

Part 3 of 3 Maya Frost Speaks to Rotary Youth Exchange Student's Parents (USA)

The New Global Student by Maya Frost

 

 

Explain the Rotary Youth Exchange Organisation

 

Exchanges are undertaken between a D9920 New Zealand Rotary Club and a hosting (Overseas Rotary Club). The Student is placed in the care of the hosting Rotary club that will appoint a Counsellor for each student and will also organise the host families (Host families may not always be Rotarians).

In addition to the Club support structure each country will also have a Youth Exchange Committee that oversees the operation of the exchange programme in their Rotary area or district

Each Rotary Area or District is certified by Rotary International to ensure consistency of standards and processes in conducting the Rotary Exchange Programme. The programme ensures a series of support structures for each student.

 

 

What if I have problems during my exchange?

The design of the Rotary Exchange program is such that if you have problems we have the resources to help you solve the problems, starting with a Rotary Club right in the community in which you are living. You will have multiple avenues of help available to you to resolve any problem that might come up.

Rotary International and Rotarians in our Auckland Rotary District take very seriously our responsibility for the safety and security of all Rotary exchange students, both inbound and outbound. In November, 2002, the Board of Directors of Rotary International adopted the following Statement of Conduct for Working with Youth:

"Rotary International is committed to creating and maintaining the safest possible environment for all participants in Rotary activities. It is the duty of all Rotarians, Rotarians' spouses, partners, and other volunteers to safeguard to the best of their ability the welfare of and to prevent the physical, sexual, or emotional abuse of children and young people with whom they come into contact."

 

 

Do my parents have to host an inbound student?

Parents of long-term outbound students are not required to host. Many, of course, choose to do so, partly because they have an empty room, but also so they can experience some of what their son or daughter is going through. We encourage that, but we also recognize that not all families are able to host. We do ask outbound students and their families to help find host families in their own communities, to accommodate the inbound student that will be hosted by their Rotary Club.

 

So what's the bottom line - how much does it cost?

Assuming you are not paying school fees the extra cost above being at home is probably about $8000 - $9000

 

Approximate costs are:

  • Predeparture costs  
    * Selection Weekend - Live in Selection Weekend 
    $340
    * Marae & Orientation Weekend - Live in Cultural and training weekend  
    $340
    * Application administration Fee
    $113
    * Student blazer, name badge, Business cards
    Free
    * Medical & Dental certificates       
    $100
    Exchange Program Basic Costs
    * Comprehensive Insurance, Visa, Chaperones, 2-3 day   Los Angeles/Santiago stopover, Return airfare
    $5000 - $6000
    * Euro Tour (or similar)  
    $3000
    * Language school (some destinations) 
    $1000

                   

Insurance and airfare costs are payable at the end of November/early December

While the Euro Tour (or similar) is not compulsory it is a real highlight of the exchange. The timing for payment will be set by the host country but is usually around April

Language school costs will be payable in January

The balance of the costs will be for day to day living and will be spread over the exchange year and the cost will depend on the activities that you choose to engage in but might be around $500 per month.

Your host Rotary club and host families will provide accomodation and meals together with schooling enrolment.

Your host Rotary club will pay a small monthly allowance that will help with some of the daily out of pocket expenses

A $500 Approx emergency fund will be required on arrival in the host country, but this will be refunded if unused during the year

 

 

What if we just want to host an inbound student?

Rotary Clubs are always looking for potential host families. If you would like to enrich your family's experience by bringing in a Rotary Exchange Student then send us an email using the "Contact Us" page on this website. And thanks so much for your interest!

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