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Hope Lutheran High School offers a vibrant, active, and engaging international program. We are located in scenic Winona, Minnesota nestled between the mighty Mississippi River and beautiful green bluffs. We welcome International students from around the world to immerse themselves in American cultural and language as they receive a college preparatory education. Our family-like environment offers each student the chance to reach their potential while getting one on one attention and guidance in a welcoming and friendly atmosphere. ENGLISH International Brochure. See below for other languages of the international brochure.
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INTERNATIONAL EXCHANGE STUDENT BROCHURE
Resident Housing
The residential houses are located in beautiful downtown Winona, MN, surrounded by gorgeous bluffs and the Mighty Mississippi with Lake Park (2 lakes) less than a mile away.
House- 371 Liberty Street
7 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
2 living rooms
Beautiful 2nd floor deck
Front porch
2 kitchens
Laundry - 2 Washers; 2 dryers
Walking distance to school - Block and a half away
Bikes for every resident
House- 371 Liberty Street
7 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
2 living rooms
Beautiful 2nd floor deck
Front porch
2 kitchens
Laundry - 2 Washers; 2 dryers
Walking distance to school - Block and a half away
Bikes for every resident
BEAUTIFUL WINONA
TUITION/COST INFORMATION
for Domestic and International Boarding Students
Total cost is $33,500 and it includes the following:
- Tuition
- Books
- Sports & Activities
- Medical Insurance Coverage
- ESL and TOEFL tutoring
- Counseling Services
- College Planning Services
- Room & Board
+ Food- Home cooked by House Parent
+ Wi-Fi/Internet
+ Student Kitchen Facilities
+ Bicycles
+ Laundry Facilities
- Transportation
Airport Pick Up/Drop Off
Rochester (Minnesota) International Airport (RST)
LaCrosse (Wisconsin) International Airport (LSE)
Transportation for:
Shopping, Errands, Groceries etc…
Transportation for Medical/Dental Appointments
- Activities, Trips, and Programming
- Holiday Breaks
Thanksgiving Break
Christmas Break Housing available during all breaks if needed.
Easter Break
Contact Mr. Rocky Sandcork at 507-474-7799 or email at [email protected]
if you have questions or would like more information.
Financial Aid/Scholarships/Grants available upon request.
A TYPICAL SCHOOL DAY
7:00 - 7:30 Breakfast
7:30 - 7:45 Travel to School
7:45 - 8:42 Period 1
8:46 - 9:32 Period 2
9:36 - 10:22 Period 3
10:26 - 11:13 Period 4
11:13 - 11:43 Lunch
11:43 - 12:30 Period 5
12: 34 - 1:20 Period 6
1:24 - 2:10 Period 7
2:10 - 3:15 Tutoring/ESL
3:15 - 6:00 Sports Practice, Free Time
6:00 - 6:30 Dinner
6:30 - 7:30 Free Time
7:30 - 9:00 Study Hours
9:00 - 10:00 Free Time
10:00 Curfew
10:30 Bedtime
A TYPICAL WEEKEND DAY
Mornings Free time Sundays- Church
12:00 - 12:30 Brunch
12:30 - 3:30 Programing/Activities/Field trips
3:30 - 5:30 Free Time
5:30 - 6:00 Dinner
6:00 - 7:30 Activities
7:30 - 11:00 Free Time
7:00 - 7:30 Breakfast
7:30 - 7:45 Travel to School
7:45 - 8:42 Period 1
8:46 - 9:32 Period 2
9:36 - 10:22 Period 3
10:26 - 11:13 Period 4
11:13 - 11:43 Lunch
11:43 - 12:30 Period 5
12: 34 - 1:20 Period 6
1:24 - 2:10 Period 7
2:10 - 3:15 Tutoring/ESL
3:15 - 6:00 Sports Practice, Free Time
6:00 - 6:30 Dinner
6:30 - 7:30 Free Time
7:30 - 9:00 Study Hours
9:00 - 10:00 Free Time
10:00 Curfew
10:30 Bedtime
A TYPICAL WEEKEND DAY
Mornings Free time Sundays- Church
12:00 - 12:30 Brunch
12:30 - 3:30 Programing/Activities/Field trips
3:30 - 5:30 Free Time
5:30 - 6:00 Dinner
6:00 - 7:30 Activities
7:30 - 11:00 Free Time
LIST OF ITEMS TO BRING
Items Provided:
Dormitory rooms are single occupancy with a bed, full dresser, a desk with lighting, bookshelves, and a closet for each student. Twin and extra-long twin mattresses are available.
Items Needed:
Bedding: mattress pad, pillows, sheets, blanket, comforter
Towels and washcloths
Toiletries: deodorant, shampoo, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, shower caddy, Kleenex
Laundry supplies: basket, detergent, fabric softener, quarters: $0.75 to wash & $0.75 to dry
School supplies: notebooks, 3-ring binder, notebook paper, pens, pencils, erasers, highlighters, backpack, calculator, etc.
Basic desk/health supplies: tape, stapler, flash drive, Band-Aids, etc.
Electrical power strip and/or extension cords
Umbrella or rain jacket or poncho
Wall decorations: must follow Residence Hall Handbook guidelines
listed for Room Décor.
Clothes: (must follow Dress Code guidelines in Student Handbook).
Please bring winter wear when you come in August as
Minnesota weather may turn cold early
Optional Items:
+ Computer, Cell Phone, Kindle, Nook, etc.
+ Chargers for electronics
+ Floor rugs (wall-to-wall carpet is not permitted)
+ Fan (Air Conditioners are in each room while the weather is hot.)
+ Iron, small ironing board
+ Athletic equipment (sport specific athletic shoes, shin guards,
baseball/softball glove, knee pads, balls, etc.)
+ Dorm sized refrigerator (not to exceed 2.0 cubic feet. Limit 1 per
room.)
+ Snacks, sealed container for snacks
+ Plate, cup, bowl, utensils, etc. for snacks
+ Coffee pot
Do Not Bring the Following:
+ Hotplates, hot pots, rice cookers, toasters, microwaves, toaster
ovens
+ Electric blankets, space heaters
+ Pets
+ Fireworks
+ Street or traffic signs
+ Sunlamps
+ Couch, futon
+ Barbells, weights, pull-up bar
+ Candles, incense
+ Alcohol, tobacco, drugs
+ Anything promoting sex, violence, racist organizations, bad
language, etc. (posters, clothing, etc.)
If you have questions on what to bring please contact
Mr. Rocky Sandcork
Phone: 507-474-7799 Email: [email protected]
Items Provided:
Dormitory rooms are single occupancy with a bed, full dresser, a desk with lighting, bookshelves, and a closet for each student. Twin and extra-long twin mattresses are available.
Items Needed:
Bedding: mattress pad, pillows, sheets, blanket, comforter
Towels and washcloths
Toiletries: deodorant, shampoo, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, shower caddy, Kleenex
Laundry supplies: basket, detergent, fabric softener, quarters: $0.75 to wash & $0.75 to dry
School supplies: notebooks, 3-ring binder, notebook paper, pens, pencils, erasers, highlighters, backpack, calculator, etc.
Basic desk/health supplies: tape, stapler, flash drive, Band-Aids, etc.
Electrical power strip and/or extension cords
Umbrella or rain jacket or poncho
Wall decorations: must follow Residence Hall Handbook guidelines
listed for Room Décor.
Clothes: (must follow Dress Code guidelines in Student Handbook).
Please bring winter wear when you come in August as
Minnesota weather may turn cold early
Optional Items:
+ Computer, Cell Phone, Kindle, Nook, etc.
+ Chargers for electronics
+ Floor rugs (wall-to-wall carpet is not permitted)
+ Fan (Air Conditioners are in each room while the weather is hot.)
+ Iron, small ironing board
+ Athletic equipment (sport specific athletic shoes, shin guards,
baseball/softball glove, knee pads, balls, etc.)
+ Dorm sized refrigerator (not to exceed 2.0 cubic feet. Limit 1 per
room.)
+ Snacks, sealed container for snacks
+ Plate, cup, bowl, utensils, etc. for snacks
+ Coffee pot
Do Not Bring the Following:
+ Hotplates, hot pots, rice cookers, toasters, microwaves, toaster
ovens
+ Electric blankets, space heaters
+ Pets
+ Fireworks
+ Street or traffic signs
+ Sunlamps
+ Couch, futon
+ Barbells, weights, pull-up bar
+ Candles, incense
+ Alcohol, tobacco, drugs
+ Anything promoting sex, violence, racist organizations, bad
language, etc. (posters, clothing, etc.)
If you have questions on what to bring please contact
Mr. Rocky Sandcork
Phone: 507-474-7799 Email: [email protected]
Programming and Activities
Activities, Trips, and Cultural Outreach Events
Activities
Winona Information Center (presentation and a map of free things to do)
Lake Lodge – canoeing, paddle boarding, ping pong, lawn games, etc.
Tour of Merchants Bank (stained glass tour)
Tour of Watkins
Tour of Winona Art Museum
Tour of Amish farm
Farmer’s market
Tour of WSU
Healthy food demo at the Co-Op
Garvin Heights
Dumpling making in La Crosse at Dim Sun
Roller skating in La Crosse, WI
Trip to the mall in Rochester, La Crosse, and Mall of America
Local plays and concerts
Shopping trips to Walmart, Menard’s, HyVee, and Target; for culture, language acquisition, and shopping itself.
Cook-out by the lake with Hope teachers and local area supporters
Meal at Lakeview Drive-In
Walk through the cemetery on the bluff- Cemetery Walk in October
Tour of local churches with stained glass
Art-making experience with an area local
Coffee shop tours; owners of Mugby, Heron, and Blooming Grounds can present a bit about their business and their coffees
Tours of local area big businesses: Fastenal, Peerless Chain, Wincraft, RTP, etc...
International food making event at the Polish Museum
Saint Mary’s Ropes Course
Winona Historical Society
Winona Marine Art Museum
Cultural Outreach Events – Service Learning
Sharing of cultures at local library
Knitting circles at Yarnology (tell of culture while knitting)
Drum Circle
Yoga event
Interviews with Winona Daily News Reporters
Sharing of culture at the YMCA
Helping to take care of animals at the Humane Society
Storytelling at Sugar Loaf Senior Center, Sauer Home, etc…
Sharing musical talents or singing talents at Project Fine, Fish Frys, and more
Serving at Grace Place: Carla will tell the story of the center and give our group something important to do.
Marching in a parade
Visits and dialogue exchanges with area public high schools
Restored Blessings!
Activities
Winona Information Center (presentation and a map of free things to do)
Lake Lodge – canoeing, paddle boarding, ping pong, lawn games, etc.
Tour of Merchants Bank (stained glass tour)
Tour of Watkins
Tour of Winona Art Museum
Tour of Amish farm
Farmer’s market
Tour of WSU
Healthy food demo at the Co-Op
Garvin Heights
Dumpling making in La Crosse at Dim Sun
Roller skating in La Crosse, WI
Trip to the mall in Rochester, La Crosse, and Mall of America
Local plays and concerts
Shopping trips to Walmart, Menard’s, HyVee, and Target; for culture, language acquisition, and shopping itself.
Cook-out by the lake with Hope teachers and local area supporters
Meal at Lakeview Drive-In
Walk through the cemetery on the bluff- Cemetery Walk in October
Tour of local churches with stained glass
Art-making experience with an area local
Coffee shop tours; owners of Mugby, Heron, and Blooming Grounds can present a bit about their business and their coffees
Tours of local area big businesses: Fastenal, Peerless Chain, Wincraft, RTP, etc...
International food making event at the Polish Museum
Saint Mary’s Ropes Course
Winona Historical Society
Winona Marine Art Museum
Cultural Outreach Events – Service Learning
Sharing of cultures at local library
Knitting circles at Yarnology (tell of culture while knitting)
Drum Circle
Yoga event
Interviews with Winona Daily News Reporters
Sharing of culture at the YMCA
Helping to take care of animals at the Humane Society
Storytelling at Sugar Loaf Senior Center, Sauer Home, etc…
Sharing musical talents or singing talents at Project Fine, Fish Frys, and more
Serving at Grace Place: Carla will tell the story of the center and give our group something important to do.
Marching in a parade
Visits and dialogue exchanges with area public high schools
Restored Blessings!