Santiago DR

High School Summer Abroad Blog

Active Filters:

Street art tour in Madrid
From CIEE

Study Abroad That Strengthens Your Classroom: CIEE’s 2025 Outcomes

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

As world language educators, you know better than anyone how language learning opens doors, expands horizons, and fosters global citizenship.    This past summer, CIEE’s  Language & Culture programs didn’t just... keep reading

Women for Environmental Action student, Karina, ziplining across the cloud forest and smiling
From CIEE

Soaring Through the Jungle at Selvatura Adventure Park

By High School Travelers at CIEE

This blog post was written by Karina Avila, a very curious Global Navigator who is up to conquer any adventure set her way! She is a Mexican American 15-year-old living... keep reading

High school students studying abroad posing with bagpiper
From CIEE

6 Ways to Help Your Teen Self-Advocate While Studying Abroad

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

Let’s look to the future. Your teen is already thousands of miles away from home, on their summer abroad program. They’re facing a challenge, maybe they’re struggling with a host... keep reading

students posing with coconuts in front of a truck in Legon
From CIEE

Summer Camp vs. Summer Abroad? How to Know Which One Is Right for Your Teen

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

Summer is a time for adventure, growth, and exploration. For many parents, the challenge isn’t deciding if their teen should participate in an enriching summer activity but rather which program... keep reading

Group of teen participants sitting on the grass by a river
From CIEE

How Can I Help My Teen Pick a Study Abroad Program?

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

Is your teen thinking about studying abroad? That’s super exciting! Choosing the right program, however, can feel overwhelming—especially if your teen is having a hard time deciding where they want... keep reading

4 Ways to Support Your Teen While They're Studying Abroad
From CIEE

4 Ways to Support Your Teen While They’re Studying Abroad

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

Check out our top tips to help you support your teen’s academic and personal growth abroad!

High School Students Posing in front of a fountain in Italy
From CIEE

2 Essential Ways to Prepare for Your Teen’s High School Summer Abroad

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

Once your teen is accepted on their CIEE high school summer abroad program and you have confirmed their participation, anticipation will fill your home. There are two very important tasks... keep reading

High School Summer Abroad Pre-Departure Tasks
From CIEE

What Are High School Summer Abroad Pre-Departure Tasks?

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

Pre-departure tasks are designed to ensure a seamless transition into your teen's high school summer abroad program. Discover what pre-departure tasks are all about.

The Benefits of Study Abroad on Teens
From CIEE

Industry Expert Insight on the Impact of Study Abroad on Teens

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

Hear from Troy Peden, industry expert and parent of CIEE Global Navigators, about the impact that high school study abroad programs can have on teens.

High school summer abroad students with program leader
From CIEE

6 Reasons Why Program Leaders Are a Vital Part of High School Summer Abroad

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

Every year, CIEE hires Program Leaders to lead participants on their Global Navigator high school summer abroad. Discover the 6 reasons Program Leaders are a core component of our programs.

Teens with a host family high school summer abroad
From CIEE

7 Things to Know About High School Summer Abroad Housing

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

High school summer abroad is not just about teens exploring a topic in an exciting location. It’s also about finding a temporary home away from home. Read the 7 things you should know about our housing options.

Out of Your Comfort Zone podcast episode
From CIEE

A Parent’s Perspective on High School Summer Abroad

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

Want to hear from parents who sent their teens on program? Check out our podcast conversation featuring parents of Global Navigators who traveled to China, France, and Spain!

When Can My Teen Book Their Flight
From CIEE

When Can My Teen Book Their Flight for High School Summer Abroad?

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

Your teen might be the first in the family to study abroad, to travel outside the U.S., and/or to take a solo flight. This is both exciting and nerve-wracking—so the... keep reading