Student Hosting
The dormitories at St. Croix house approximately 45 female and 45 male students, with 4 full-time, live-in supervisors. When the enrollment of international students exceeds the capacity of the residences, St. Croix seeks families willing to host one or two students in their homes for the entire academic year (late August to early June). A monthly stipend is paid to cover the expenses of the host family for lodging, food, and transportation to and from school and activities. For more information about being a home-stay provider for an international student, read the Host Family Handbook or contact International Advisor Sue Galler at 651.455.1521, ext. 118, or by email at sgaller@StCroixSchools.org. Click here for the application for homestay families to download and submit.
Holiday Break Hosting
During Christmas/Winter Break and Spring Break, our student residence is closed. Some of our international students are not able to return to their homes during these closures, creating a need for student homestays, or hosting. St. Croix's International Advisor is always seeking families interested in this part of our ministry.
Hosting overview:
- Students may be picked up from school the day school lets out for break. They must be picked up before the dorm closes for break. Band and Choir students are required to participate in the Christmas and Spring Concerts.
- Students will follow your home's routines and guidelines. Set your expectations and explain your rules and guidelines for behavior at the beginning of the stay. It is St. Croix's hope that our students can experience life in an American home, so include them for the fun activities as well as regular chores that your family members do.
- Students are instructed to carry their medical insurance and contact information with them. If medical attention becomes necessary, fill out a claim form and return it after the break is over. A phone call or email to the school is also appreciated.
- Students should return to St. Croix the day before classes resume, at a time that is convenient for you, but early enough to give the student time to get settled.
- Host families are offered a stipend to help cover the extra expenses incurred with hosting. A $150 stipend is offered for each week of Christmas break ($300) and Spring break ($150). To make arrangements for hosting, or if you have questions, please contact International Advisor Sue Galler at 651.455.1521, ext. 118, or by email at sgaller@StCroixSchools.org.
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