Welcome to the International School for Earth Studies (ISES)
The International School for Earth Studies (ISES) is a private, interdisciplinary institution specializing in Earth-based studies. We seek students who wish to pursue interests related to responsible and sustainable environmental stewardship - young women and men who ask themselves:
- Who speaks out in support of nature, the land, our Earth Mother?
- Where are the voices within our academic institutions, governments, and corporate board rooms - that should be speaking up and making decisions on behalf of the Environment and the natural world?
- Who are the spokespeople for our children and grandchildren as humanity plunders and desecrates their natural inheritance?
- Who speaks out for the other life forms, great and small, who also inhabit this planet and depend on it for survival?
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Our programs encourage students to explore, develop and nurture the seeds of greatness which exist within every individual, with a view to developing tomorrow's environmentally sensitive spokespersons and leaders. Our principle goal is to help students develop vision and responsibility inspired through appreciation and love for natural places and the greater environment.
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 ISES Core Disciplines
"To know and not to do, is really not to know.
To learn and not to do is not to learn" - Stephen R. Covey
Our students experience the natural world through constant immersion in ISES's five (5) core disciplines:
- Animal Husbandry
- Outdoor Skills Certification
- Skills Based Development
- Life Skills Coaching
- Nature Discovery & Awareness Building
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Co-Ed Programs
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Enrollment Fees – 2009 / 2010
| ISES 10 - Week Winter GYS Program |
Jan 21- March 23 |
$ 12,500 CDN per 10 Week Semester |
| Personal Portfolio Building |
4 weeks |
$1,000 CDN (per week) - Min. 4 weeks |
| Co-op or Interim Work Experience |
1 month |
$575 CDN (per month) |
| 3-Week In-Sight Quest For Teens |
3 weeks |
$3,400 CDN |
* taxes and travel are extra
*Applicable Taxes:
GST = Goods & Service Tax (Federal 6%)
QST = Quebec Sales Tax (Provincial 7.5%)
Fees Include:
- Return shuttle service for student from Ottawa.
- All expenses related to student's enrollment in the International School for Earth Studies, including animal husbandry sessions, nature discovery sessions, out-trips, counseling sessions, facilitated workshops, room and board.
Fees Exclude:
- Personal equipment / clothing as outlined in the Enrollment Package.
- Fees related to GED options, accredited high school or college level courses are additional.
Payment:
- A refundable $2,000 deposit is required to confirm student admission.
- Balance of payment for introductory program In-Sight Quest For Teens is due upon arrival of participant on-site, unless arrangements have been made prior to date of admission.
- Monthly school tuition must be paid in full at the beginning of every month.
- Deposit and/or balance payment(s) can be made by Certified Check, Money Order, VISA or International Bank transfer deposit.
Refunds:
- In the event of termination of a student's participation at the International School for Earth Studies a refund will be given for the number of pre-paid days the student does not participate in the program.
- Student(s) / Parent(s) / Guardian(s) are protected under the Québec Consumer Protection Act, S.195 regarding deposits and refunds.
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| ISES 10-week Gap Year Semester
Specially developed for the conservationist, students participate in 11 different environment-oriented workshops - five of which offer college credit. Through theoretical and experiential learning, students gain knowledge in Animal Husbandry, Canoeing, Out-tripping, Digital Photography and the Arts. They also study Forestry, Geology, Permaculture, and Literature, develop goal setting skills, explore personal spirituality, and embark on a 7-day field trip to the James Bay region in northwestern Québec.
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| In-Sight Quest For Teens (ISQFT)
ISQFT - INTRODUCTION is a unique emotional growth program for youth which focuses on confidence building through life skills development involving animal husbandry, outdoor adventure recreation, and nature discovery and awareness-building .
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| Personal Portfolio Building
Personal Portfolio Building is ideal for young adults wishing to initiate and/or develop personal portfolios involving animal husbandry and outdoor adventure recreation . Also highlighted are individualized life skills coaching and nature discovery themes.
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| Co-op or Interim Experience
This program provides ideal opportunities for mature students seeking to gain experience and/or employment related to animal husbandry (i.e. veterinarian technician or veterinarian medicine and/or outdoor adventure tourism (i.e. facilitator or guide). This program also provides students interested in environmental studies an opportunity to conduct post-secondary research projects involving wildlife rehabilitation and habitat conservation. Our provincially licensed facilities include a 250 hectare outdoor classroom and provide numerous opportunities for participants to gain valuable, experiential field knowledge. Participants also develop facilitator skills through determining, researching, and presenting an ISES -related topic.
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| Me, My Self and My Earth workshops
ISES in partnership with the junior school of Ashbury College has developed a unique student leadership model - Leadership Education Experience and Development (L.E.E.D), for students in grade four, five and six, as well as a program for house captains and assistants in grade seven and eight. This model helps students gain insight into environmental sustainability through developing skills associated with leadership dynamics. A total of 18 workshops are facilitated on-site, and the Ashbury campus utilizing ISES 's Me, My Self and My Earth modules throughout the school calendar year.
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Learn more about
International School for Earth Studies
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| Please be aware of the fee cost of $1000 per week. |
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| LOCATION: Québec, Canada |
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