by David Brookshire, MPH/ School Counselor & Special Education Case Manager | Aug 1, 2017
Our IB learner profile value for the month of August is “Open-Minded.” This value is described by the International Baccalaureate organization in the following way:
We understand and appreciate our own cultures and personal histories, and are open to the perspectives, values, and traditions of other individuals and communities. We are accustomed to seeking and evaluating a range of points of view, and are willing to grow from the experience (IB 2013)
Being open-minded is especially relevant in a diverse school and community such as ours. With at least 30 different countries represented and 10 languages spoken, there is a multitude of perspectives all around us. This implies a range of beliefs, ways of seeing the world, communicating, and solving problems. By practicing being open-minded ourselves, and teaching our students to do the same, we can enter every unique situation with empathy as we seek to understand others. By being “willing to grow from the experience” of “evaluating a range of points of view,” we can recognize that it’s not always important to be right. Recognizing others’ perspectives, whether we agree with them or not, liberates us to celebrate differences and come together as we coexist and co-create our community.
by Lural Ramirez | Aug 1, 2017
The Futuro Verde community has been so loving and supportive of our amazing school and has followed our IB* candidature process closely. A final answer is still to come regarding confirmation of our request for verification to offer the IB Diploma Program starting in the 2018 school year. As we await for the answer, feeling positive and confidant of the result to come, we are excited to announce that registration is now open for the 2018 school year! The dates regarding the pre-registration priority period, scholarship window for all applications and regular registration window are listed below.
As you plan for your child’s schooling for the coming year, make sure to register early in order to secure your child’s spot in the only school on the peninsula that offers all school levels in one location: Preschool, primary and secondary. Remember, students from Futuro Verde receive MEP signed and authorized diplomas from all grades that require a MEP accredited graduation (Kindergarten/Reception, 6th grade, 9th grade and 11th grade). Upon receipt of our IB verification, Futuro Verde students will also have the unique opportunity to receive a 12th grade diploma from both IB and MEP. Wait-lists are already active for the coming year, so make sure to decide early and complete the registration process in time.
For the 2018 school year, prices will remain the same as the 2017 school year. The same loving, supportive and high quality education you’ve come to know and trust at Futuro Verde and with no price increase! Space is limited, so register today!
Pre-enrollment period: August 1st – December 10th
Scholarship applications accepted: August 1st – November 15th
All families receiving a financial support for the 2018 school year will be notified: December 1th
Regular enrollment period begins: December 11th
For further information on admissions requirements, scholarship applications, to reserve a time for a personal tour or to schedule admissions exams for your child, please contact our admissions officer, Angie Briceño, at angie@futuro-verde.org or by phone at 2642-0289 or 2642-0291.
