Mission Heights Preparatory High School

DISTRICT PROFILE Gilbert Public School District has five high schools accepting international students in grades 9-12. The district leads the state of Arizona in scoring due to its strong emphasis on the core academics. Gilbert Public School District high schools offer Advanced Placement courses and nearly 20 different clubs and activities. FACILITIES Outstanding facilities include state-of-the-art classrooms, auditoriums, lecture halls, gymnasiums, athletic stadiums, practice fields, tennis courts, cafeterias and outdoor food courts. SPORTS AND ARTS Recognized for its outstanding programs in athletics, Gilbert Public School District international students in grades 9-11 can participate in JV sports such as golf, swimming, and volleyball. Gilbert Public’s high schools have a diverse arts program offering courses in metals and jewelry, concert orchestra, and more. COMMUNITY INFORMATION Gilbert, Arizona is located in the metropolitan area of Phoenix, just 30 minutes from downtown. The City of Gilbert is ranked one of the best places to live and learn in the US by CNN/Money Magazine. Gilbert is currently the 4th fastest growing city in the US and ranked as one of the 25 safest cities in America. Visit School Site: <a href="www.gilbertschools.net">Gilbert Public Schools</a> Visit City Site: <a href="www.gilbertaz.gov">Gilbert, Arizona</a>

SCHOOL PROFILE Holy Name Junior/Senior High School is a catholic coeducational college-preparatory school. The school offers students a great study environment where academic excellence is balanced with social development, discipline, as well as artistic and athletic achievement. International students will be able to enjoy a great educational experience located in the small welcoming city of Worcester. FACILITIES The Holy Name Junior/Senior High School campus includes a wind turbine, a gymnasium, sports fields, STEM labs, and more. SPORTS AND ARTS Holy Name Junior/Senior High School offers at least one sport per season for girls and boys with a no-cut policy, guaranteeing that every student can participate in athletics each season regardless of ability or experience. A number of graduates have gone on to play sports at both the collegiate level and professionally. Each year, the arts program participates in amazing concerts and competitions, and students from Holy Name go on an annual overnight trip. COMMUNITY INFORMATION Worcester is located in central Massachusetts with a very young and energetic population. If students enjoy winter activities like snowboarding or skiing, Worcester has a great location with many slopes nearby. It also offers many cafés and places for meeting friends to study and get together outside of school. There are a number of famous colleges nearby such as Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), Clark University, and Assumption College. Not far from Boston, students can easily travel to the historic city and experience the American northeast culture, food, atmosphere, and prestigious universities.

DISTRICT PROFILE Schools in Higley Unified School District offers a rigorous curriculum that includes music, art, language, physical education, and technology. Higley schools provide a wide range of AP and honors courses, STEM and engineering courses, and career and technical education. The school district is partnered with three universities in the state of Arizona. FACILITIES All of the district’s campuses have numerous sports fields, theaters, and science labs. Some include broadcast studios and engineering labs for their accelerated programs. SPORTS AND ARTS International students from grades 9 to 11 are invited to take part in award-winning junior varsity-level sports teams such as baseball and cheerleading. Higley offers many electives and extracurriculars that result in an authentic American high school experience, particularly the district’s award winning music department. AWARDS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS The Arizona Department of Education ranks Higley Unified School District 3rd in the state “A ” rating. The Washington Post named one of its schools “America’s Most Challenging.” COMMUNITY INFORMATION The city of Gilbert, ranked as one of the best places to live and learn in the U.S. by CNN/ Money Magazine, is warm and sunny all year. Students have easy access to the many cultural sites, sporting events, and destinations in downtown Phoenix, only 30 minutes away. Visit School Site: <a href="https://www.husd.org/">Higley Unified School District</a> Visit City Site: <a href="https://www.gilbertaz.gov/">Gilbert, Arizona</a>