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Please contact IEM with any inquiries regarding international applications: International Education Management Tel: +1 888 505 8941 info@ieducationm.com http://ieducationm.com
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scondido Charter High School (ECHS) is committed to helping students become well-rounded, educated and successful individuals. The top universities are looking for students with diverse backgrounds and interests and we strive to help our students reach their potential. ECHS has opened its doors to welcome students from all over the globe. We believe this is a great opportunity not only for our students to learn about other cultures and lifestyles, but also for students from around the world to learn about traditional American culture and values. International students attending our school will receive the same superior level of care and instruction that every student receives when studying at ECHS. We have developed many exciting programs in order to promote the academic and personal success of our international students. One example is the new “International Leadership” class, comprised of American and international students, that has been added to our extensive course offerings. International students can be sure that they will have the best experience possible along with a quality education that prepares them for the top colleges and universities in the United States. Our international staff is dedicated to making the adjustment to a new country as easy and smooth as possible for our international students. Our faculty understands the difficult issues that are faced when studying abroad. Our network of families has extended a helping hand to host and care for new students as if they were their own children. Together we have created a warm and friendly community where our new international students can flourish and have a life-changing learning experience. Dennis “Coach” Snyder Executive Director - 2 - Escondido Charter High School
ABOUT OUR SCHOOL W
elcome to Escondido Charter High School, where we have a full understanding of the many demands of today’s high school students from around the world. ECHS combines an intellectually stimulating and exciting curriculum within an intimate learning environment. We offer highly structured, yet flexible classes, with great emphasis on the student-teacher relationship. With small classroom sizes, we offer improved communication skills, frequent feedback and individual attention to improve students’ grades and broaden their post-secondary opportunities. In addition, our highly qualified teaching staff inspires and motivates our students through continuous role-modeling, support and assistance. At ECHS, we understand that each individual is unique, and that is why we give our best to help our students capitalize on their potential and reach their personal goals. Escondido Charter High School was founded in 1996 and is fully accredited by Western Schools and Colleges (WASC). Since our inauguration in 1996, a great number of our students have successfully entered top colleges and universities throughout the United States. Today these individuals are successful businessmen, engineers, teachers, professors, doctors and other professionals.
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INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS
he International Program is an exciting and dynamic blend of learning methods designed specifically for the international student to shine in high school and excel in college. Students take part in classroom courses with Americans to enhance the cultural experience of life in the United States. Additionally, students in the program study subjects individually with ECHS teachers, thereby receiving personalized attention to help them progress rapidly through subjects in which they may already naturally stand out. The International Homeroom is available throughout the day and is established to provide a variety of support services. Here, students will have access to additional academic assistance from teachers and staff regarding classes and homework from all subjects. The environment provides students the opportunity to discuss personal, social and academic issues with staff that have many years of experience supporting international students. Along with an array of excursions and activities planned, the Homeroom is a center that promotes students’ academic and personal growth. Combining all resources of individual and classroom learning, the International Program is truly innovative, and provides support in all aspects of life in the U.S. Our staff knows all international students personally, and works to understand each individual’s background - in order to promote students’ strengths and help overcome any challenges.
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ACADEMICS B
uilding confidence and self-esteem begins by recognizing the individuality of each student and their future potential. At Escondido Charter High School, we provide small teacher to student ratios with some subjects taught one to one. The ability to provide personalized attention allows students and teachers to form stronger bonds, which in turn fosters a passion to learn and a greater sense of self-accomplishment. More importantly, it allows students to really discover their passions and future career pathways. Our teachers are outstanding because they truly love to teach and care about each student. Excellence in teaching is about encouraging innovation, sparking questions and shaping each student to go beyond their potential. We believe that it is our job to educate students and build them into responsible and motivated leaders in society.
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tudies indicate that students who live in warm climates and are happy at home perform better at school, and are able to grow personally and academically to the best of their ability. California is an amazing place for any student to live and study. The beautiful city of San Diego is located in Southern California and is famous for its year-round warm, sunny weather and beautiful beaches. San Diego has been voted as one of the best cities to live in, based upon the following factors: safety, education, living standards, job prospects and diversity.
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STUDENT LIFE T
eamwork and the importance of interpersonal relationships are skills we want to nurture in our students. Whether it is joining a team, or scoring a goal, we feel that athletics play a crucial role in the growth of a student. Sports teach students key life lessons like team building, sacrifice, respect, and honesty that can be taken off the athletic field and applied to everyday situations.
Art, Music, Design At ECHS we encourage our students to think outside the box. We want to cultivate students to explore different forms of artistic expressions, because we believe that the arts are another way for students to showcase their talents. Our school offers an array of choices like drama, choir, photography, digital media design and art - with highly trained faculty who are deeply experienced in their particular field of expertise. One important objective of Escondido Charter High School is to support each student’s personal and intellectual growth as it influences his or her future college plans and career goals.
ATHLETICS Boys football basketball swimming tennis wrestling baseball golf
Girls volleyball softball basketball swimming tennis golf cheer
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Facilities Campus
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Built in 2003
500 seat gymnasium
30 traditional classrooms
Fully equipped weight room
20 individualized classrooms
Basketball court
2 science labs
American Spirit Theater
Library Computer lab
Completed Fall 2007
6 study stations
Black box theater
Extensive book collection
8,000 sq. ft. theater 400 retractable seats
Athletic Field Soccer
Special soundproof choir room All artificial weathered turf Best school theater in San Diego County
State-of-the-art multi-media system DVD projection Internet
Student Union Up-to-date facilities to include a spacious refrigerator, microwaves, and tables for students to eat and socialize
Tele-classes & conferencing Digital video recording
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COLLEGE ACCEPTANCES E
CHS graduates have now attended top colleges and universtites:
MIT Stanford CalTech University of California, Berkeley University of California, Irvine University of California, San Diego University of California, Los Angeles Smith College George Washington University Notre Dame Naval Academy Air Force Academy
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LOCATION San Diego North County 1868 East Valley Parkway Escondido, CA 92027, USA Tel: (760)737-3154 Fax: (760)738-8996 www.echs.org - 14 - Escondido Charter High School
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