+ A premier high school in Maine, USA
Orono High School In collaboration with the University of Maine, Orono High School offers an early-college program that promotes intellectual and cultural growth.
Orono, Maine, USA rsu26.org/international mhanson@rsu26.org
Admission Requirements • Complete application • Transcripts • Letter of Recommendation • Interview (Skype)
Introduction
Orono High School is premier high school offering a college preparatory curriculum. Thanks to success on AP exams and high scores on the SATs, Orono High School is ranked in the top 5% of high schools in the US. Orono High School has 360 students, 5% are international. We are looking for students from all countries to apply and become part of our success story. Students study at OHS on a F-1 visa. School begins in late-August and ends in mid-June. There are three major breaks: Winter (December-January, 2 weeks), February (1 week), and April (1 week). Contact: Mrs. Mackenzie Hanson, mhanson@rsu26.org
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What makes Orono High School different? The answer: Many things! But, there are two distinct features that make Orono High School stand out…
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International students who graduate from Orono High School are automatically conditionally accepted to The University of Maine. Requirements for automatic acceptance: • 3.0 GPA at Orono High School • Letter of Recommendation from Principal or Program Director • (No SAT or TOEFL is required)
International students are able to study for one year and earn a
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high school diploma. Yes, international students can study in grade 12 (the final year of high school) and graduate. At the same time, students can take
courses at The
University of Maine to begin working on their college degree. Credits can be transferred to other colleges and universities. 3
+ Orono High School: About Located in the town of Orono along the banks of the Stillwater River, the University of Maine is one of New England’s premier universities. UMaine helps students create success stories—with a wide variety of programs and opportunities— and they do so with world class faculty members; nationally recognized research; first-rate facilities; a friendly, safe atmosphere; and easy access to some of the best year-round recreation sites in the nation. A short walk away is Orono High School, a school rich in tradition and academic excellence. OHS offers a large selection of college preparatory classes including Advanced Placement courses as well as an active student life that features 17 varsity athletic programs and many student clubs. The collaborative effort between UMaine and Orono High School offers an early-college program that will promote intellectual and cultural growth. Intensive English language courses, college courses and high school courses combine to make our students very competitive for college acceptance. We invite international students to apply to OHS and be a part of our success story.
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Top 5% of high schools in the US.
-US News and World Report
100% of international students have been accepted to a US university. Orono High School is located in the
#1
safest state, Maine. -Institute for Economics and Peace
Orono High School was given the
Silver
Award for best high schools. -US News and World Report
Orono High School was one of only 367 schools to receive the
AP District Honor Roll.
Students can take classes at
The University of Maine. 87% of students participate in extracurricular activities such as sports and clubs. Orono High School boasts a to teacher ratio.
12:1 student
Scholarships are available. Automatic conditional acceptance to The University of Maine. Orono High Schools has over
70 courses, 17 sports programs, and more than 30 clubs. 5
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“I spend precious weekends and holidays with my host family.”
Living Host Families and Dorms Orono High School offers housing in dorms and with host families. We work with students and families to find the best fit. In addition to housing, Orono High School offers an extensive residence life program.
“My host family is very friendly and delightful. I never imagined I could get involved in such a lovely family!” 6
“Orono High School is an excellent place to be. Students are amazingly friendly to you as an international student.”
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Student Services: International 1:1 College Counseling At Orono High School, all students receive assistance in planning for college from our guidance counselors and international program staff. Students are carefully guided through the application process. Studying at Orono High School allows students to have face-to-face interviews with top universities to which they apply—this is a distinct advantage for our applicants. Student Ambassadors Guided by the International Program Director, “Student Ambassadors” are local students dedicated to helping international students integrate into Orono High School. Student Ambassadors plan over 30 activities throughout the school year, including ski trips, dinners, holiday parties, kayaking, and so many more! Global Education International students are enrolled in the “Global Education” class, which helps students integrate into life at Orono High School and in the US. Topics include: college applications, holidays in the US, study habits, cultural integration, school activities and clubs, volunteering, finances, healthcare, and more. Residence Life Curriculum Orono High School has teachers dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of students. As part of this mission, there’s a curriculum that is followed. This includes a “cultural Immersion Checklist” which exposes students to local events, volunteering, and opportunities for students to experience life in Orono, Maine. The goal is to prepare them for more independence and success.
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“Orono teachers naviagated me to success and to my dream college.” -Hanlin Chen, ‘14
Orono High School
Academics Top 5% of schools in the US The US News and World Report ranked
In addition to AP courses, Orono High
Orono High School in the top 5% of high
School students are able to take courses at
schools in the US. World-class teachers, a
The University of Maine. Many students
diverse student population, and a community
take advantage of this early college
that values education are behind this success.
experience and receive high school and
Orono High School is consistently successful.
college credit for their efforts.
The US News and World Report awarded
Orono High School sets up students for
Orono High School a SILVER medal for its
success. For example, the US average pass
scores on the SATs, AP exams, and state
rate for the AP English Literature exam is
testing in English and math.
53%. At Orono High School, 96% of our
Orono High School offers 26 AP classes.
students pass.
Eleven are taught face-to-face, fifteen are
In addition to offering a wide variety of math,
taught remotely. AP courses allow students to
science, English, and history courses, Orono
receive college credit while they’re in high
High School offers an array of art, music,
school.
technology, and PE classes. For international students, an ESL class is available.
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Academics at Orono
+ Course List Students may take up to 8 courses. Student Services will assist students in creating a course schedule that best fits their needs. •
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English Courses o American Literature o AP English Language o AP English Literature o Communication Skills o Great British Children’s Literature o 20th Century Classics o Irish Literature o Speech and Drama o Shakespeare and Co. o Women in Literature o Literature in Translation: Fiction o Modern Drama o American Cinema o Journalism o Nonfiction o How to Argue o Writing Short Fiction o Expository Writing o (OHS-I students needing ESL will take ESL and an English course. If ESL class is not required, students may take one or two English courses) Math o Algebra 2 o Geometry o Pre-Calculus o Introduction to College Mathematics o AP Statistics o AP Calculus AB o UMaine course Science o Earth/Physical Science o Biology o Honors Chemistry o AP Biology o Honors Physics o AP Physics o Honors Anatomy and Physiology o Forensic Evidence o Forensic Investigation o Criminal Psychology o Marine Science o UMaine course
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History/Social Studies o Civic Engagement o AP US History o AP Human Geography o Native American Studies o Contemporary Issues o Practical Law: You and the Law o Psychology o AP World History o UMaine course o (OHS-I students enrolled in grade 12 are required to take US History) Health and Physical Education o Health o Physical Education I-II o Outdoor Education o Personal Fitness o Athletic Training Foreign Language o French I o Spanish I o Chinese I o Global Education (OHS-I students are required to take this course) o UMaine course Fine Arts o Drawing I o Fundamentals of Art I o Commercial Art o Painting o Sculpture o Band o Jazz Band o Orchestra o Chorus o Concert Choir o Rock and Roll (A video history) o Guitar I
*AP course allow students to earn college credit **Courses taken at The University of Maine allow students to receive high school and college credit.
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Recent College Acceptances Every year, Orono High School Students attend top universities:
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Athletics And
Clubs
Join the 87% of Orono High School students who participate in award winning clubs and teams CLUBS AFS Art Club Chess Club French Club Drama Club Enclave GoActive! The Inside (Newspaper) Key Club Knitting Club Literary Magazine
Math Team Model UN National Honor Society Spanish Club Speech and Debate Student Ambassadors Student Council
SPORTS Fall: Cheering Cross Country Field Hockey Football Soccer Winter: Basketball Cheering Nordic Skiing Skiing (Downhill)
Swimming and Diving Track and Field Spring: Baseball Softball Tennis Track and Field
+ Orono High School
Top 5% of high schools in the US
Apply today! Contact Mrs. Mackenzie Hanson, mhanson@rsu26.org
+ Orono High School 14 Goodridge Drive Orono, Maine 04473 USA rsu26.org/international Facebook: Orono High School International Email: mhanson@rsu26.org WeChat: oronohighschool Skype: oronointernational
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