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International Program

 

Horizon Christian School’s international program is a government I-20 issuing school. To date, our student body has welcomed students from Germany, Taiwan, Korea and Japan.

Foreign candidates with exceptional English skills are placed directly in mainstream classes.  The ratio of foreign students is equivalent to 10% of the American student population. International students who are selected to study at Horizon have the opportunity to excel academically and develop friendships with American students. Academically, Horizon students consistently score above the national average in all subject areas on the nationally indexed Stanford Achievement Test. Our sports program is known for excellence in the 3A league, winning state championships in boys basketball and baseball. Outside of school our program offers quality host families to help accommodate you during your stay.

An Internet based TOEFL score of 71 or higher or a SLEP percentile score of 90 or higher will place students in mainstream classes. Students with lower scores will be evaluated for mainstream classes based on grade history, recommendations, individual motivation and character.

ESL COURSES 

ESL courses are offered in the subject areas of English, Bible & Culture and Tutoring. These classes are high in demand and are limited to a small number of students.

LOCATION 

Horizon Christian School is located 12 miles south of Portland, Oregon, in the beautiful city of Tualatin. The commute from the Portland airport is about 25 minutes.

HOST FAMILY PROGRAM

Our host family program is represented by Christian families open to share their heart and home with you and help you in your academic pursuit. Each family has a legal background check, a home inspection and a reference check for your safety.  The monthly living fee for a host family is $600. If you are a local family interested in becoming a host family, contact the International Director.

ATHLETICS, ARTS & MORE 

You may choose to join the following classes or organized activities. Please note some sports require a specific level of skill to be eligible to compete: Art, Ensemble, Drama, Football, Cross Country, Girls Soccer, Girls Volleyball, Girls Basketball, Boys Basketball, Boys Baseball, Girls Softball, Track. More activities may be offered during the year.

FEE SCHEDULE 

2011 – 2012 FEES Middle School: Grades 6-8 High School: Grades 9-12
Application Fee $325 $325
Early bird application fee before May 1, 2011 $225 $225
SEVIS-901 Fee $200 $200
Tuition $9,500 $12,800
Re-Enrollment $250 $250
Medical Insurance $700 $700
Host Family Placement Fee $100 $100
Host Family Support $6000 $6000
TOTAL  $17,075 $20,375 

If you would like to receive a complete application packet please contact our director. 

  

International Director

Mrs. Jodi Gill

Horizon Christian Schools
23370 SW Boones Ferry Road
Tualatin, Oregon 97062

Office Phone: 503.612.6521
High School Fax: 503.783.2361

Office email

Host Family Testimony

This story is from the Shukutoku Yono weekend experience that takes place in September at Horizon. Two Japanese girls stayed with Horizon Community Church worship pastor, Kenny and Tricia Snyder. A beautiful family as many of our Horizon families are, they were led to host students from the heart of their 13-year-old daughter Rachel. As is the case for most of us, their schedule was overbooked. Logically, it seemed too much to commit to, yet they felt impressed to do so despite the schedule.

One month after the event, Pastor Kenny shared with me that he gave his worship CD to the two Japanese girls just before they left. Communication has continued through Facebook and recently one of the girls asked for the lyrics to his songs. After receiving the lyrics, she began asking questions about Christianity. On October 18, 2011, she asked the Snyder family what it means to have “a relationship with Jesus.”

Thank you Snyder family for listening to your daughter Rachel. Your giving changed a Japanese student’s life to see the truth! And thank you to the rest of our host families. For every student hosted by one of our host families, I believe the students consider these thoughts . . ."My host family in America are Christians and they were so kind to me. I love them. Should I become a Christian too?"

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