Edmund Burke School

DISTRICT PROFILE Four high schools in Paradise Valley Unified School District are currently welcoming international students. All of the district’s high schools offer AP and honors courses. Many of the Paradise Valley high schools have exceptional academic programs, like the prestigious International Baccalaureate Diploma. FACILITIES Some of the district’s facilities include recently remodeled 1,000-seat auditorium and large capacity artificial turf football stadium. Because Phoenix has great weather year round, all campuses feature outdoor terraces with lunch tables and benches for students to enjoy the sunshine between classes. SPORTS AND ARTS The district offers competitive athletics including traditional U.S. sports such as American football and baseball as well as less traditional sports such as badminton. Students in grades 9-11 can participate in sports. Paradise Valley’s arts program is particularly impressive, featuring unique courses such as culinary arts, architectural drafting, and photojournalism. COMMUNITY INFORMATION Phoenix is the largest city in Arizona and is ranked one of the fastest-growing cities in the U.S. With a distinct artistic culture and vibe, Phoenix is very welcoming to international students, who will find various sports, arts, destinations, and dining. Visit School Site: <a href="www.pvschools.net">Paradise Valley Unified School District</a> Visit City Site: <a href="www.phoenix.gov/visitors">Phoenix, Arizona</a>

SCHOOL PROFILE Located near the historic city of Philadelphia, The Perkiomen School’s competitive academic curriculum features more than 30 AP options, fields of study in entrepreneurship and medical/veterinary, and a partnership with Penn State’s entrepreneurship faculty. FACILITIES Perkiomen’s versatile new Entrepreneurship Institute features a full suite of rapid prototyping equipment, a wide array of technology, the Entrepreneurial Ecosystem, and various creativity and innovation labs. Additionally, the campus houses science labs, a music studio, a gym, an indoor swimming pool, and several athletic facilities. SPORTS AND ARTS Perkiomen athletes have various varsity and junior varsity sports to choose from, including year-round badminton, boxing, and strength & conditioning as well as an extremely competitive award-winning basketball program. Perkiomen artists have access to a one-on-one portfolio building with faculty members, as well as a wide array of art courses such as American music, performance and public speaking, and rock band. DORMITORIES AND STUDENT LIFE Boarding students live in one of six traditional college-style and cottage-style dormitories on campus. The school organizes frequent weekend trips such as skiing, college fairs, and Broadway shows. Visit School Site: <a href="https://www.perkiomen.org/">The Perkiomen School</a> Visit City Site: <a href="https://www.pennsburg.us/">Pennsburg, Pennsylvania</a>

DISTRICT PROFILE Henry County School District’s nine schools focus on technology, community, creativity, and students’ individual talents. Students will get an authentic American experience near cultural Atlanta, Georgia, a hub of the music industry. The school offers over 20 AP courses including 3D studio art and German. FACILITIES The district’s central Georgia campuses feature state-of-the-art facilities including sports fields, high-tech classrooms, art studios, and music rooms. SPORTS AND ARTS Henry County’s high schools have won several district and state titles in sports including basketball, football, track and field, and wrestling. Students at the schools can take art courses such as theater arts, dance, and painting as well as participate in various extracurriculars such as creative writing, drama, and music honor society. One high school in the district has a nationally acclaimed band that won the Silver Grand Champion Award. COMMUNITY INFORMATION Henry County is very close to Atlanta, Georgia. The city of Atlanta is known for its culture and musical opportunities as well as the largest aquarium in the country, shopping, amusement parks, and professional sports. The community of Henry County offers a variety of recreational and cultural activities such as Frisbee, golf, paintball, parks, peach orchards, and skating rinks. Visit School Site: <a href="schoolwires.henry.k12.ga.us">Henry County Schools</a> Visit City Site: <a href="www.mcdonoughga.org">McDonough, Georgia</a>