English as a Second Language Program (ESL)

In the ESL Program (English as a Second Language) at Lynden Christian High School, English proficiency is evaluated at admission and students are placed in the appropriate level of English study. Subsequently, students will be able to finish the ESL program when they meet a level of proficiency determined by the International Program Director. Mathematical ability is also evaluated at admission and students are placed in the appropriate level Math program.

All International students have the option to audit their classes in the first semester until they have developed sufficient proficiency in English.

At the end of each semester, students will be evaluated to determine their continued eligibility for ESL.

Activities

Students are required to participate in one extra-curricular activity at Lynden Christian High School. These activities include a wide variety of sports, drama, music, as well as service opportunities. Each student will choose one activity from the list below:

Fall Sports:
Cross Country, Girls Soccer, Football, Girls Volleyball, and Cheerleading

Winter Sports:
Boys and Girls Basketball, Cheerleading

Spring Sports:
Boys Baseball, Girls Fastpitch, Track, and Boys Soccer

Yearlong Activities:
Band/Pep Band, Choir, Drama, Orchestra, Yearbook, Hi Lite (school newspaper), and Student government

Counseling

The International Program Director, Robb Ellis, is available for help in any matters related to the host family, documents, or adjustment to life in America. Students are welcome to drop in his office for visits. An informal progress report is given halfway through each nine-week quarter. These reports are sent to the student's host family and guardian.