CNG's PROGRAMS OF STUDY
At Colegio Nueva Granada students prepare to become leaders for today and tomorrow as well as life-long learners; their High School education must prepare them for a world that is constantly changing. Knowledge continues to expand dramatically. Political relationships and scientific discoveries are occurring at an increasingly accelerated pace. As adults, CNG graduates will be required to solve complex problems by thinking originally, creatively, imaginatively, and cooperatively. Additionally they must communicate clearly both in written and spoken form.
CNG offers a college preparatory program in which students fulfill the requirements for the US High School Diploma. Additionally, students who are Colombian nationals are expected to fulfill the requirements for the Colombian Bachillerato diploma. Both of these programs provide students a strong academic background that prepares them for university level work. Additionally, CNG offers a third diploma for students who require a modified curriculum.
Students may also choose to take Advanced Placement courses which offer the most rigorous course of study. Students who take a variety of AP courses may receive AP awards, the AP International Diploma and/or the AP Capstone Diploma.
BACHILLERATO (COLOMBIAN) DIPLOMA PROGRAM
The Bachillerato Académico Program is an academic program for Colombian students which qualifies them to enter Colombian universities. At CNG this includes the academic courses taught in English as well as courses in Español, Sociales and Filosofía/Ética which are taught in Spanish. It is Colombian Educational law and the policy of the Board of Directors, that all Colombian students be enrolled in the Bachillerato Program. Exceptions can be made for special reasons and must be approved by the Bachillerato Académico Committee (HS Principal, HS Counselor, and Director of the Colombian Program). Students must complete 32 academic credits as specified, 80 hours of social service, and a Senior Research Project (SRP) in order to receive the Bachillerato Académico diploma.
Cases for Consideration:
Decisions for these cases and special cases are made on a case by case basis by the Leadership team. If necessary, students may validate coursework in Español, Sociales and Filosofía/Ética.
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA PROGRAM
The High School Diploma is a college and university preparatory academic program for students which qualifies them to enter U.S. and foreign universities. At CNG, this includes academic courses taught in English as well as Spanish as a second language or Español (for Spanish speaking students). Sociales courses taught in Spanish are not required, but may be included as electives. It is the philosophy of CNG that all high school students be enrolled in the High School Diploma Program. Transfer students must show evidence from official transcripts of high school program course work in order to be admitted into the High School Diploma Program. Students must complete 32 academic credits as specified, 80 hours of social service, and a Senior Research Project (SRP) in order to receive the High School diploma.
CHANGE OF DIPLOMA PROGRAM
Students in the Bachillerato Program may not change to the High School Program without special authorization. To do so is to deprive the Colombian student of the opportunity to enroll in a Colombian university. Students in the High School Program may change to the Bachillerato Program any time until grade 10. Approval must be given by the HS Principal and Director of the Colombian Bachillerato Program. When necessary, students may need to validate course work. Students changing to the Bachillerato Program must have Spanish language fluency necessary for placement in Español and Sociales classes.
HIGH SCHOOL STANDARD DIPLOMA
Students who meet the criteria for the Standard Diploma Program will not be able to obtain a US High School Diploma. Students in the program for Standard High School Diploma, typically complete 32 academic credits, between the general education High School classes and Resource Room classes. Students’ whose Individual Education Plan (IEP) indicates special circumstances may be eligible to complete fewer credits to complete the program for the Standard Diploma.
The High School requirements of 80 hours of social service and a Senior Research Project (SRP) will be differentiated based on each students’ needs and abilities. For changes to any of the above stated requirements for specific individual needs there must be prior approval by the High School Principal, Learning Center Director, and Director of the Colombian Bachillerato Program. Parents of students in this program must sign a form acknowledging that their student is a candidate for these specific diplomas.
REQUIREMENTS
In order to graduate from CNG, a student must complete 32 academic credits as specified, and complete at least 80 hours of social service. Students who fail to meet one of more of these requirements will not be allowed to participate in the Graduation ceremony. Once requirements are completed, the student may receive the diploma(s) if approved by the High School Principal and Director.