Newfoundland and Labrador English School District

SCHOOL AND ACADEMICS Coquitlam, in Metro Vancouver, is a public-school district in British Columbia, Canada. Nestled in the mountains and edged by the Pacific Ocean and the Fraser River, Coquitlam has a mild climate with a safe environment and an affluent lifestyle. In addition to seven foreign language options and ESL, Coquitlam’s many and varied programs include Advanced Placement, the prestigious International Baccalaureate Diploma, French Immersion, Sports Academies, and a Confucius Institute. Students in the Coquitlam School District also take part in a large number of extracurricular programs including eSports, Model United Nations, Fly Fishing, and many more. Coquitlam also offer specialty programs for example, an Outdoor Education Experience and a Culinary Arts Program. FACILITIES The Coquitlam School District is home to an impressive display of facilities. Schools in the district have the latest equipment in their state-of-the-art labs including their Robotics Labs and Science Labs. Other facilities in the Coquitlam School District are large outdoor athletic fields, modern weight rooms, outdoor swimming pools, tennis courts, outdoor track facilities, new libraries, music rooms, theaters, and large common areas for students to hang out. SPORTS AND ARTS Each school in the Coquitlam School District offers a variety of athletic opportunities for students to take part in. Some of the popular sports in the Coquitlam School District are Curling, Rugby, and Lacrosse. Every sports team in the Coquitlam School District has also been a Provincial Championship, beating out teams from all over British Columbia. There are also athletic opportunities in the Coquitlam community like Gymnastics, Horseback Riding, and Hockey. COMMUNITY INFORMATION Coquitlam is a growing and vibrant community that offers residents and visitors a wide range of attractions and activities. In one day, you can enjoy the outdoors, attend a sporting event, take in a theater production or art exhibition, attend a festival, learn about different cultures, or enjoy one of many heritage attractions. Coquitlam is also only a 30-minute drive or ride on the SkyTrain away from downtown Vancouver. The world class Whistler Mountain Ski Resort, home of the 2010 winter Olympic Games, is only a 2 hour drive way from Coquitlam. Visit School Site: <a href="internationaled.com">Coquitlam School District</a> Visit City Site: <a href="https://www.coquitlam.ca/">Coquitlam, British Columbia</a>

DISTRICT PROFILE With more than 588 schools, the Toronto District School Board (TDSB) is the English education school board for the city of Toronto. As the fourth-largest school board in North America, it is home to a number of high-performing high schools with numerous Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) programs, French Immersion programs, AP courses, and International Baccalaureate Diploma schools. FACILITIES Facilities vary from school to school, but state-of-the-art classrooms are consistent throughout the district. Most schools have on-site athletic facilities as well, including playing fields and outdoor running tracks. SPORTS AND ARTS There are plenty of athletic opportunities for students to engage in throughout the three athletic seasons. There are plenty of mainstream sports such as hockey, soccer, and track and field, as well as more unique sports, like dragon boat racing (invented at L’Amoreaux Collegiate Institute) and ultimate frisbee. The district also has a variety of fine and performing arts. Fine arts examples include ceramics, photography, and painting, while performing arts include band, chorus, and theatre. AWARDS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS TDSB’s high schools have received an extensive amount of recognition for academic, athletic, and extracurricular excellence. Dr. Norman Bethune Collegiate Institute has a very strong business program, and has represented Canada at the DECA International Business Competitions, winning first place in 2009. COMMUNITY INFORMATION The most populous city in Canada, Toronto is a world-class metropolis. Located on the banks of Lake Ontario, it is a global center for business, finance, and art, including the world-renowned Toronto Film Festival. It is home to nearly 3,000,000 residents, and remains an important destination for people immigrating to Canada, as it is extremely diverse.

SCHOOL PROFILE A top high school in the state, Newton South High School's rigorous academics are reflected in their exceptional average SAT scores of 1325 and 97% college acceptance rate. Students have access to programs such as STEAM and career and vocational technical education. The schools offers 5 languages and 20 AP courses. Over 50% of students maintain a GPA of 4.0 or higher. FACILITIES The Newton South campus features vocational technology education equipment and a culinary arts facility. The Newton South Recreation Complex offers a gym, an indoor track, a fitness room, a wrestling/dance room, a wellness classroom, and locker rooms. SPORTS AND ARTS Students can play on various championship teams such as volleyball and ice hockey. They can also take advantage of New England's climate by competing on the ski team. Newton South has a very strong arts program. At the 2016 Scholastic Art and Writing Awards, 34 students won 81 awards. Famous alumni of the school include producer, actor, and writer of NBC's hit comedy The Office B.J. Novak as well as The Office actor John Krasinski. AWARDS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS Newton South was ranked the #6 best public school in Massachusetts by Boston Magazine, taking into account class sizes, test scores, and AP participation. In 2018, 16 students were 2018 National AP Scholars. US News and World Report awarded the school a Gold Medal, and Niche.com rated it "A ". COMMUNITY INFORMATION Newton, Massachusetts is a unique suburb of Boston with a system of villages. Downtown Boston is only 10 miles from the school and accessible by public transportation. In 2012, Newton was named the 4th best small city to live in America by Money Magazine. Visit School Site: <a href="www.newton.k12.ma.us">Newton South High School</a> Visit City Site: <a href="www.newtonma.gov">Newton, Massachusetts</a>