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SCHOOL PROFILE St. Francis Xavier Catholic High School is a Catholic college preparatory school that offers unique courses, not typically available at the high school level. International students will be able to try subjects like Computer Applications, Criminal Justice, 3D Design, Architectural Drafting, Statistics, Accounting and Marketing. FACILITIES The academic wing includes a chapel, computer labs, science labs, a large guidance suite, and an expansive library media center. Each classroom is equipped with the latest in technology. The school’s performing arts center includes a 749-seat theater plus new rooms for band, chorus, drama and art. SPORTS AND ARTS St. Francis Xavier Catholic High School athletics has a rich tradition of success, and typically, well over half of the student body participates each year. St. Francis Xavier Catholic High School’s art program is also very impressive. The Xavier Theater Academy is an intensive learning/performance class geared toward dedicated, serious performers and technicians. Students prepare for and present public performances of a Broadway musical at the end of each session. COMMUNITY INFORMATION Appleton is situated along the Fox River, about 40 minutes south of Green Bay and two hours north of Milwaukee. The largest park in Appletonhas several baseball/softball fields, playground equipment, an indoor ice skating rink, a sledding hill, a picnic pavilion, a catch and release fishing pond and B.B.Q. grills.

Founded in 1993, Skutt Catholic High School is a college preparatory high school. The school emphasizes academic excellence. Over the past decade, 100 students were national recognized by the National Merit Scholarship Program and five students have achieved perfect scores on the college entrance exams too. FACILITIES With modern facilities, the school offers six computer labs and smartboard classrooms. Skutt Catholic has also recently added a new artificial turf football and soccer field. SPORTS AND ARTS International students, looking to participate in high school athletics, can join 12 varsity sports teams. Skutt Catholic has also won 68 state championships in the past decade of competition. Students not interested in athletics can participate in an award-winning music, drama, and fine arts program. The school was awarded a silver medal in the National Scholastic Arts Awards Competition held at Carnegie Hall, in New York City. COMMUNITY INFORMATION Located in the heart of the USA, Omaha has many museums and cultural centers for international students to explore. The city is also home to the world famous “Omaha Steaks.”

SCHOOL PROFILE Rockford Christian High School is a private, non-denominational Christian day school that welcomes a select group of international students to board on campus every year. The school offers a wide variety of classes including 22 Advanced Placement courses, CAD Programming, graphic design, robotics, and a comprehensive STEAM curriculum. FACILITIES The campus covers 35 acres and features facilities such as advanced technology classrooms, computer labs, science labs, and a stadium. There is also an advanced art laboratory for graphic design and LEED-certified Science and Technology Center. SPORTS AND ARTS Students are always encouraged to participate in sports teams and clubs like swimming, soccer, and even bass fishing. Rockford Christian High School’s fine arts faculty is comprised of professional artists and musicians that help students put on programs and concerts throughout the year. There is even an annual trip where students go on a week-long tour to perform at destinations such as Nashville and Disney World. DORMITORIES AND STUDENT LIFE The residence halls at Rockford Christian High School provide students with independence in a safe, supervised environment. Outside of the classroom, students have the opportunity to go on weekend trips to engage in activities such as dining, shopping, sporting events, and movie theaters. COMMUNITY INFORMATION Rockford (also known as Forest City) offers lots of great things to do and see like museums, gardens, and shopping. The city has a wonderful mixture of natural beauty and an urban vibe. Visit School Site: <a href="http://www.rockfordchristian.org/">Rockford Christian High School</a> Visit City Site: <a href="https://www.gorockford.com/">Rockford, Illinois</a>