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-Your international network of American High Schools- Nacel International School System November 2011

The Agenda • American High School System • Nacel International School System • Our campuses • Student life • Why choose Nacel International Schools?

Nacel educates students through the American High School system worldwide “We provide a way to enter the American Educational system”

Our mission is our passion “ We challenge students to become effective thinkers and communicators while cultivating the cross-cultural leadership skills necessary for success in the global community.”

Six guiding principles lead our way 1 Developing of a strong solid network of American high schools abroad, in order to guide and prepare students for admittance into top universities in the United States. 2 Providing each student with a rigorous curriculum, high expectations and strong preparation to enter universities in the United States. 3 To offer our students a place to learn from a truly diverse and international student body. 4 To encourage students to travel abroad and study in our other campuses (globalized education). 5 To set students on the right path for success in the global economy. 6 To ensure consistent, quality education at multiple levels of English proficiency and prepare students to successfully compete in the world economy.

Our methods ensure the best results Highly prepared & professional staff: a portfolio of top-notch teachers. + 1 2 3 4 Individualized instruction with experienced teaching staff American curriculum leading to a U.S. High school diploma. In some cases a dual diploma. College classes and Advanced Placement (AP) courses to earn college credits for College application Supportive ESL classes for non native English speakers

Nacel’s internationally recognized graduation policy Corresponds with the North Central Committee of Accreditation guidelines for college preparatory schools. Meets and exceeds the Minnesota state graduation standards. 48 semester credits are required for graduation in the Nacel International School System. • 8 Language Arts credits • 6 Mathematics credits • 7 Social Studies credits • 6 Science credits • 2 Physical Education credits • 1 Health credit • 2 Fine /Performing Arts credits • 1 Technology credit • 6 Foreign Language credits (4 in the same language) • 9 Elective credits

Nacel International School System: An International Education Curriculum Over the past eight years, the teachers and staff in St. Paul have been developing a distinctive curriculum for the network of schools. This curriculum, known as the International Education Curriculum, infuses the MN State and National Standards for education in all subject areas with International Education principles. 1 Students will demonstrate proficiency in Nacel’s international academic curriculum. Students will develop and refine their critical thinking skills. 2 Students will demonstrate their ability to communicate effectively within an intercultural context. 3 Students will exhibit personal and social responsibility. 4

Discover our school campuses across the world International School of Gdansk, Gdansk, POLAND St. Paul Preparatory Academy, Seoul, SOUTH KOREA St. Paul Preparatory School, St. Paul, Minnesota, USA Notre -Dame International High School, Verneuil-sur-Seine (Paris), FRANCE Saint Paul American School Beijing, CHINA St. Paul American School, Guangzhou, CHINA St Paul American School, at Shangde Experimental School, Shanghai, CHINA Vietnam American International School, Hanoi, VIETNAM Saint Paul American Christian School, Clark Freeport Zone, PHILIPPINES

Discover our school campus across the world -St. Paul Preparatory School. USA- • Established in 2003 • Student enrolment: 194 (2011-2012 figures) • Grade 9 to 12 • North Central Committee of Accreditation accredited College Preparatory School Fact sheet • Wide choice in Sciences, Mathematics, Language arts, Foreign Languages, Social Science, Arts and Physical Education • AP Courses: AP Calculus, AP Environmental Science, AP Statistics, • AP US History etc. Course offering • Close partnership with University of St. Thomas • Host family accommodation Others

Discover our school campus across the world -St. Paul American School. Beijing- • Established in 2007 • Student enrolment: 180 (2010-2011 figures) • Grade 7 to 12 • North Central Committee of Accreditation accredited College Preparatory • Host school: Second High School attached to Beijing Normal University (one of the most prestigious secondary schools in China) Fact sheet • Wide choice in English, Social Studies, Mathematics, Science, Foreign Languages, Physical Education, Computer, Music, Chinese Language, Culture and History • AP English Literature and Composition, AP World History etc. Course offering • American-Chinese dual diploma (American curriculum + Chinese language, culture and history) • Students conversant in 2 cultures: the US and the Chinese • Dormitory accommodation • No prior Chinese knowledge requested Others

Discover our school campus across the world -Notre-Dame International High School. Paris- • Established in 2010 • Student Enrolment: 32 (2010/2011figures) • Grade 9 to 12 • Host school: Notre Dame Les Oiseaux (prestigious private school in France) Fact sheet • Wide choice in Social Studies, Science, Language Arts, Mathematics • French curriculum: French Language, Music , Sports and Arts taught in French Course offering • Students conversant in 2 cultures: the US and the French. • Host family or dormitory accommodation • No prior French knowledge requested Others

Discover our school campus across the world -International School of Gdansk, Poland- -St Paul American Christian School, Clark Zone, Freeport, Philippines • Established in 2010 • Student Enrolment: 10 (2010-2011 figures) • Grade preK-6 • Host school: International School of Gdansk, Gdansk, Poland (prestigious private school in Poland) • Established in 2010 • Student enrolment: 45 (2010-2011 figures) • Grades K-12 Fact sheet • Pre-school and Elementary school curriculum • Wide choice in English, Social Studies, Mathematics, Science, Foreign Languages, Computer, Music, Culture and History Course offering • Sister School Relationship • No prior Polish knowledge requested Others

Other Asian campuses -ST. PAUL AMERICAN SCHOOL, at The Affiliated HS of Peking University Experimental School, Guangzhou, CHINA - -ST. PAUL AMERICAN SCHOOL, at Shangde Experimental School, Shanghai, CHINA- • Established in 2010 • Student Enrollment: 23 (2010-2011) • Grade 10 • Host School: Affiliated High School of Peking University Experimental Guangzhou School • Established in 2010 • Student Enrollment: 40 (2010-2011) • Grade 10 • Host School: Shangde Experimental School

Other Asian campuses -ST. PAUL AMERICAN PREPARATORY ACADEMY, Seoul, SOUTH KOREA- • Established in 2008 • Student Enrollment: 80 (2010-2011) • Grades 7-12 -VIETNAM AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL, Hanoi, VIETNAM- • OPENING FALL 2011 • Grades K-12

Nacel aims for the students’ self development ...Inspirational programs for life ...Through arts, sports, cultural event organisations, volunteering, family

... And self development: a place to grow!

Wegiveyougoodreasonstochoosethe NISS Schools: Achieve Excellence Embrace Diversity Through our NISS school system we challenge students to become effective thinkers and communicators Cultivating the cross-cultural leadership skills necessary for success in the global community American High School diploma Enter American Colleges or Universities The NISS curriculum is designed to prepare students to have the best chances to enter American Colleges and Universities. Our aim is that student graduate at the end of their studies at any of our NISS Schools

More than 1000 Colleges and Universities • We work in close relationships with Colleges and Universities like St Thomas in Minneapolis. More than 90% of St. Paul Prep School students matriculate to domestic/international colleges and universities upon graduation. • A counselor service is also available for our students to apply to more than 1000 Colleges and Universities at the same time. • College Preparation Courses: Students will learn to research colleges, write a college resume, request counselor forms, transcripts, teacher recommendations and much more. This course will include instructions on registering for • the SAT and TOEFL and ways to prepare for these exams. Entering American Colleges or Universities American University, Washington D.C; American University of Central Asia; Augsburg College; Baylor University ; Bethany Lutheran College; California State University Northridge ; Clark University; College of St. Benedict; College of St. Scholastica; Cornell University;DePauw University; Drake University; Drexel University; Elmira College; Fisher College; Gran View College; Hamline University; Iowa State University; International University of Monaco; James Madison; Lake Forest College; Lawrence University; Loyola University; Luther College; Macalester College; Marymount Manhattan College; Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Metropolitan State University; Michigan State University; New York University;Northeastern University; Ohio Wesleyan University; Pennsylvania State University; Rochester Institute of Technology; San Francisco State University; St. Norbert College; St. John’s University; MN St. John's University, NY; St. Olaf College; Truman State University; University of Annaba School of Medicine; Algeria University of Alabama; University of Arizona; University of California Davis; University of Indiana; University of Kazakhstan; University of Michigan; University of Minnesota; University of MInnesota Carlson School of Business; University of Missouri; University of Monterrey School of Medicine, Mexico; University of Montevideo School of Veterinary Medicine, Uruguay; University of San Francisco; University of St. Thomas; University of Southern California; Villanova University; Wartburg College

A real international student body A real international experience Our students come from all over the world (based on 2011 figures): • Brazil • Chile • China • Colombia • Ecuador • France • Georgia • Germany • Hungary • Iceland • Indonesia • Japan • Jordan • Latvia • Lithuania • Mexico • Moldova • Mongolia • Philippines • Poland • Serbia • Spain • South Korea • Syria • Taiwan • Thailand • Tibet • Turkey • Ukraine • Venezuela • Vietnam • United States

How to apply? Requirements • Applicants to the Nacel International School System : • Are high achieving, motivated students with a proven academic record • Are committed to studying while on the program • Have not yet graduated from high school in their home country (unless they are planning to attend college in the US) • Are proficient in English • Are interested in learning about cultures of the world including American education and culture. • Are open-minded and comfortable interacting with people from different cultures • Plan to pursue higher education (either in the US or abroad) • Are flexible and capable of integrating with a host family or at the boarding quarters • May have other talents and abilities (sports, music, art, etc.) that will contribute to the community’s life • Should prove their interest in the local culture and language (Chinese, Polish, French etc.) if they apply to study on our campuses in Europe and Asia. Scholarship and financial aids • Nacel International Schools may offer a scholarship and financial aid scheme for the students in need • Scholarship and financial aids are awarded based on financial resources, origin country, academic and English profile, talents and abilities, motivation, study and career goals etc.

How to apply? Application procedure • Choose your campus among the 4 campuses open to all students (St Paul Preparatory School, St Paul American School, Notre-Dame International High School or St Paul American Christian School) or among the 5 local campuses in China, Poland, South Korea and Vietnam • Require the Nacel International School application form • Collect all requested supporting documents, including official school transcripts, teachers’ recommendations, awards etc. • Prepare your scholarship application if any Acceptance • Nacel International office will review the application and submit it to the school admission office • Nacel International office issues the needed acceptance documents and invoice • Each school prepares visa supporting documents • Students are picked up at the closest airport to the school on arrival and attend an orientation at school.

Letthisbethejourney of a brilliantfuturetogether Nacel International School System CONTACT US:101 rue de SèzeF-69006 LYON, FranceTel : 00 33 4 78 52 03 85fax : 00 33 4 72 83 50 05 celine.gibassier@nacel.org

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