Rockford Christian High School

SCHOOL PROFILE Just 30 minutes from downtown Chicago, Schaumburg Christian School is a private Christian day school for international students in grades 9-12. Its academic program is designed to prepare students for college by offering Honors, Advanced Placement and college-level dual credit courses. FACILITIES Schaumburg Christian School has an 18 acre campus that includes computer/science/ home economics labs, music studios and ‘The Life Center” (consisting of three basketball courts, tennis courts, a walking track and two weight rooms). SPORTS AND ARTS Students are highly encouraged to join competitive sports teams like basketball, soccer and swimming. For those individuals with artistic talents, the award-winning fine and performing arts programs give teens an opportunity to shine! COMMUNITY INFORMATION Schaumburg village is a suburban area that is not far from Chicago. International students have the opportunity to enjoy the town’s many shops and restaurants (it has the 11th largest mall in the USA), while also having easy access to the exciting cultural activities and entertainment that only a big city like Chicago can offer. It’s the best of both worlds.

With high-quality academics, many arts and sports opportunities, Gibault Catholic High School is a unique place for all students. The low teacher-student ratio provides students with individualized attention and room for growth in a variety of areas. While attending Gibault, students can also enroll in college level courses, offered through Saint Louis University. FACILITIES The school has a state-of-the-art Biology Lab, enabling students to do more hands-on learning, lab experiments, and data analysis. SPORTS AND ARTS Gibault Catholic High School offers a variety of sports to students year-round. The Hawks compete in the Illinois High School Assocation (IHSA), and have enjoyed extensive athletic success, including 4 state titles by the boy's soccer team, 1 state title from the baseball team, and numerous state competition appearances. In addition to athletics, Gibault Catholic High School provides a number of arts opportunities. With organizations like band, chorus, liturgical choir, and jazz band, as well as a range of advanced art classes, students can follow their passions and pursue excellence. COMMUNITY INFORMATION Located near St. Louis, Waterloo, IL has history stretching back past the American Revolutionary War. The city is home to a number of parks, including Konarcik Park, which has a walking trail, a lake, and sports fields.

SCHOOL PROFILE Providence Catholic High School is a coeducational day school located on a beautiful 75-acre campus one hour south of Chicago. The private high school offers its large student body (grades 9-12) a demanding college preparatory curriculum along with a comprehensive list of extracurricular activities. With 20 Honors and Advance Placement courses to choose from, Providence Catholic High School graduates go on to attend some of the top universities in America. FACILITIES The high school has three campuses: the main campus, a 14-acre West Campus and a 25-acre South Campus. Facilities include a large football stadium with synthetic turf and all-weather track; tennis courts; two softball and two baseball diamonds; two soccer fields and two sand volleyball courts. There’s even a cross-country running course. Indoors are two gymnasiums, a wrestling complex and a training center/weight room. SPORTS AND ARTS Providence Catholic High School’s athletic teams have earned over 30 state championship titles over the years; the most among private high schools in the state. Given the outstanding on-site sports facilities offered, participation is met with enthusiasm. For art lovers there’s a wide selection of creativity based courses and activities like studio art, band and choir. Students can display their completed work at the campus art gallery. COMMUNITY INFORMATION Close to Chicago, New Lenox is a charming village that introduces international high school students to typical American life. Taking the short journey into Chicago gives them the opportunity to experience world-class museums, sports teams and entertainment. While they’re in town they can visit the University of Chicago and Northwestern University; two of the most prestigious universities in the nation.