THE OAK HILLS - DINGOLFING EXCHANGE PROGRAM

Welcome!

Welcome to the official American web presence of the Cultural Exchange Program between Oak Hills High School and Gymnasium Dingolfing in Germany! The aim of this website is to inform Oak Hills students and parents about this valuable exchange and to encourage them to take part in this unique program. Information regarding how the program works, the town of Dingolfing, the trip to Germany, the rules and regulations of the program, and FAQs can be found by clicking on the links above. The success of this exchange is completely thanks to the wonderful OHHS families who host 25 guests every September!

Why an exchange trip?

Simply put, participating in an exchange program is the best way for young people to travel. Students get to experience the German culture first-hand by staying in a German family. In addition, students see their American classmates and teachers on a daily basis, so they are never alone. Financially, staying in homes eliminates the main cost associated with travel (lodging), saving families over $100 per day. All in all, the Oak Hills Dingolfing Exchange program is the best way for students to see and experience another part of the world!

GAPP

Oak Hills High School has been a participant in an exchange program called the German American Partnership Program (GAPP) since 1985, during which time the school has hosted hundreds of German students and sent hundreds of American students to Germany for a truly enriching experience. It is important to note that the exchange is not a school-sponsored program and, therefore, all decisions regarding the program are made by the coordinator(s) of the program. As such, students may be added or removed from the program at anytime as deemed appropriate by the GAPP coordinator or any chaperone.