The Lambton Kent District School Board is formally welcoming this year’s international students.

This year, the local public board is welcoming about 200 international students to their schools.

Students hail from China, Spain, Taiwan, India, Belgium and many more.

An official welcome will take place on Saturday from 11am -1pm at Kingston Park in Chatham.

Students will get to learn about local organizations, learn about the services offered in the community and meet new people.

The event is open to all secondary international students and their host families.