Get Homestay Application Form - Sooke School District - Isp Sd62 Bc

This guide provides a detailed walkthrough for completing the Homestay Application Form for host families with the Sooke School District. By following these steps, you can ensure an accurate and thorough submission of your application online.

Follow the steps to successfully complete your form online.

1. Click the ‘Get Form’ button to retrieve the homestay application form and open it in your device's editor.
2. Fill in the date of your application at the top of the form.
3. Provide your name, indicating whether you are the host mother or host father.
4. Enter your birthdate in the specified format (y/m/d) along with your first language, occupation, place of work, and work schedule.
5. Complete your contact information, including work phone, cell phone, home address, postal code, home phone, and email contact.
6. Identify the closest elementary and middle schools, and if possible, the nearest school bus route and the distance to the nearest city bus stop.
7. List all family members living in your home, excluding yourself, providing their names, birthdates, relationships, and their current schools or jobs.
8. For adults over 19 years, note that criminal record checks are required.
9. Describe your home, including the levels, backyard, living areas, number of bathrooms, front yard, number of bedrooms, balcony, and any extras like a piano or pool.
10. Outline the student room(s) with specific details such as location, size, and furnishings required (bed, window, closet, dresser, desk, and lamp).
11. Provide information about your family life, including languages spoken at home and any previous experience hosting international students.
12. Explain your family's interests, hobbies, and whether any pets are present.
13. Indicate any smoking habits and how this relates to your home environment.
14. Write additional notes that are important for the student to know about household rules and expectations.
15. State how you will assist your student with school assignments.
16. Detail who will be at home with the student during the day and after school.
17. Mention any organized religious practices, if applicable.
18. Answer mandatory questions regarding transportation and activity participation.
19. Choose preference options for the student’s gender and age group.
20. Select your availability for hosting and provide contact information for two references, ensuring they are not relatives.
21. Sign the application form, authorizing the School District to contact your references.
22. Ensure that copies of criminal record checks are prepared for submission before a student placement can occur.
23. Remember to save any changes you made, and consider downloading, printing, or sharing the completed form.

Complete your Homestay Application Form online today to begin the process of welcoming an international student to your home.