Fall 2026 we will look for three candidates who will spend a year abroad during the school year of 2027 – 2028 The below are some key dates.
- September 23, 2026 information session – 6:30 pm & Grande Prairie Public Library Rotary Community Room
- October 6, 2026 information session – 6:30 pm & Grande Prairie Public Library Rotary Community Room
Information Nights. There is nothing to bring but your questions, maybe a notepad, and your parent(s). If you have two parents at home, best to bring both please.
If you have any questions please reach out by email rotaryyouthexchangegp@gmail.com
- October 15, 2026 Initial application is due. Please email completed application and documents to rotaryyouthexchangegp@gmail.com
- November 2026 This is the day we will interview candidates and their parent(s). It’s important all attend (candidate, parent(s).)
- November 2026 Our proposed exchange students for the 2026/2027 school year are chosen! The journey of course – has just begun! Date to be confirmed and location to be announced.
- November 30, 2026 District application due (completed only by successful applicants).
- Early January 2027 – District interview for outbound student and their parents. Mandatory for both parents and students to attend.
- March 2027 – Spring Orientation for outbound student and their parents. Mandatory for student and both parents. (only successful applicants)
- April – May 2027 – RYLE (Rotary Youth Leadership Experience)
- May 2027 (tbd) – RYPEN (Rotary Youth Program of Enrichment) for outbound student
Further dates:
February 2027 – August 2027 – attend weekly Rotary meetings whenever possible
March 2027 – students receive information about their host country
March – August 2027– begin learning a new language
August 2027 – students depart for their host country.
Mid July 2028 – rebound survivor weekend (mandatory for students and parents)