50 South Bay Accent PRIVATE S CHOOL GUIDE far more comprehensive than after-school language classes as language is a vital part of ISTP’s rigorous academic curriculum. Bilingualism and biliteracy are considered curricular goals, as they strengthen students’ critical thinking, problem solving and creative thinking skills. Students who attend ISTP through middle school are fully prepared for the needs and challenges of the 21st century. Grade Level: 3 years old - 8th grade Extracurricular: Chess, Chinese dance, Sports, Science, Cooking and Afterschool language classes Average Class Size: 12-22 Student Population: 580 Enrollment: Ongoing, apply by Jan. for Sept. Tuition: $25,650 NOTRE DAME SAN JOSE 596 S. Second St., San Jose 408/294-1113; www.ndhsb.org The oldest private secondary school for young women west of the Mississippi, Notre Dame San Jose has provided a challenging college preparatory curriculum, combining traditional classroom learning with experiential learning opportunities available through our downtown-as-a-classroom experiences and a variety of co-curricular educational opportunities, including culture, science, technology and community service for 165 years. As part of Notre Dame’s well-rounded education, students are encouraged to participate in extracurricular activities such as arts, athletics and student leadership and to demonstrate their commitment to global peace and justice. The Notre Dame program is designed to meet individual needs while fostering intellectual curiosity, critical thinking and social awareness. Through it all, a dedicated staff stands behind each young woman as she discovers her own voice and leadership capabilities. Grade Level: High School Extracurricular: Visual and Performing Arts, Athletics, Robotics, Speech and Debate, Women in Leadership Average Class Size: 27 Student Population: 630 Enrollment: January deadline for fall Tuition: $16,470 PALO ALTO PREPARATORY SCHOOL 2462 Wyandotte St., Mountain View 650/493-7071; www.paloaltoprep.com As it celebrates its 30th anniversary along with the opening of its new facility, Palo Alto Prep’s mission remains unchanged: to provide a setting where great teachers and a PRIVATE SCHOOL GUIDE SHS South Bay Accent Ad 5.13.15-outlined.indd 1 5/18/15 4:39 PM Experience Notre Dame Providing a distinctive Catholic, college-preparatory education for young women in the heart of downtown since 1861. 596 South Second Street San Jose 408-294-1113 www.ndsj.org
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