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Orientation for January 2025
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Richmond International Education will have a 4-day online orientation with an in-person meeting for new international students starting on Monday, January 20.
Orientation is open to new Richmond international students both in and outside of Canada. All students are encouraged to download our Student Arrival Guide now.
Virtual Orientation Schedule
| DATE | ONLINE PRESENTATIONS (English) | ONLINE PRESENTATIONS (Mandarin | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon. Jan. 20 | Welcome to the Richmond School District 10:00 and 17:00 (repeat) | Welcome to the Richmond School District 17:00 | |
| Tues. Jan. 21 | Rules, Expectations and Safety 10:00 and 17:00 (repeat) | Rules, Expectations and Safety 17:00 | |
| Wed. Jan. 22 | Homestay, Culture Shock and Communication 10:00 and 17:00 (repeat) | Homestay, Culture Shock and Communication 17:00 | |
| Thurs. Jan. 23 | Study Permits, Custodianship and Medical Insurance and Things to do in Richmond 10:00 and 17:00 (repeat) | Study Permits, Custodianship and Medical Insurance and Things to do in Richmond 17:00 | |
| Links for presentations | English Presentations Zoom Meeting Click Here Meeting ID: 637 0746 6833 Passcode: 833997 | Mandarin Presentations Zoom Meeting Click Here Meeting ID: 644 9680 4968 Passcode: 202502 | |
In-Person Orientation Schedule
| DATE | TIME (PDT) | ACTIVITY | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon. Jan. 27 | 14:00 - English 16:00 - Mandarin | Welcome Presentation - Elementary Students and Parents | Burnett Secondary School, 5011 Granville Ave, Richmond |
| Mon. Jan. 27 | 16:00 - English | Welcome Presentation - All Secondary Students | Burnett Secondary School, 5011 Granville Ave, Richmond |
| Tues. Jan. 28 | 08:20 | First day of school* - all elementary First day of school - Cambie, MacNeill, McMath, McNair, Palmer, Richmond, Steveston-London | Go to your assigned school *students can only report to their school once RIE registration and ELL assessment are completed |
| Wed. Jan. 29 | 08:20 | First day of school* - Hugh Boyd, Burnett, McRoberts | Go to your assigned school *students can only report to their school once RIE registration and ELL assessment are completed |