Itinerary
Warm Welcome to Brest: Picnic on School Grounds!
Breton Adventure Awaits: Weekend Immersion with Host Families
Discovering the Hidden Gems of Brest: A Thrilling Treasure Hunt
Coastal France: Enchanting Mont St. Michel and St. Malo Day Trip
Denver Youth Ambassadors Take Center Stage at the Mayor’s Office
Discovering Quimper and Concarneau: A Cultural Excursion
A Day of French School and Explore Landerneau
Weekend of Adventure and Friendship
Au Revoir Brest: A Flight to Paris to Continue Your Adventure
Discover Paris: Eiffel Tower & Opera Night Out
Sacré-Cœur Scenic Views and Goodbye Dinner
Au revoir, France! Fly from Paris to Denver
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FAQ
What is the main purpose of the Denver-Brest Sister City student exchange program?
The primary goal of the exchange program is to immerse students from Denver in Breton culture through homestays, providing a firsthand experience of life in Brest, France, enhancing language skills, creating lifelong friendships, and broadening worldviews.
Who is eligible to apply for the exchange program?
High school students (freshman, sophomores, juniors, or seniors at the time of the trip) from the Denver area who have a valid passport and permission from a legal guardian or parent can apply. A teacher recommendation letter is suggested.
How will the participants be selected?
Selection is highly competitive, based on both interest and experience in the program’s focus areas. The Brest-Denver Sister City Committee reserves the right to select participants who will most benefit from the program.
When will the selected participants be notified?
The Brest-Denver Sister City Committee will notify selected participants by mid-December 2023.
What will the living arrangements be like in Brest?
Students will stay with host families from the school community at La Croix Rouge Collège-Lycée in Brest, experiencing day-to-day life in a French home and participating in various cultural and educational activities.
What documentation do I need for travel?
Participants must have a valid passport or the necessary residency documentation that allows them to leave and return to the U.S.