school are fully prepared for the needs and challenges of the 21st century. Open Houses: Nov. 14, Jan. 16, 2016 Grade Level: 3 years old-8th grade Enrollment: Ongoing; apply by January for September Tuition: $25,650 Start Early. Start Right. Start Early. Start Right. Challenger School offers uniquely fun and academic classes for preschool to eighth grade students. Our students learn to think for themselves and to value independence. The results are unmatched at any price! Come see for yourself. Observe our classrooms any time—no appointment needed. 10 Bay Area locations. To find one near you, visit ChallengerSchool.com. Challenger School offers uniquely fun and academic classes for preschool to eighth grade students. Our students learn to think for themselves and to value independence. The results are unmatched at any price! Come see for yourself. Observe our classrooms any time—no appointment needed. 10 Bay Area locations. To find one near you, visit ChallengerSchool.com. two-way15% two-way15% Because You Know the Value of Education Because the Value of Education October/November 2015 51 THE HARKER SCHOOL Upper, 500 Saratoga Ave., San Jose 408/249-2510 Middle, 3800 Blackford Ave., San Jose 408/248-2510 Lower, 4300 Bucknall Rd., San Jose 408/871-4600 Preschool, 4525 Union Ave., San Jose 408/553-5700 www.harkerschool.org With roots and tradition in academic excellence dating back to the 19th century, The Harker School has long set the bar when it comes to high-quality education, state-of-the-art facilities and a safe, fun and nurturing environment for students to learn and grow. Harker’s comprehensive academic and extracurricular programs are balanced yet challenging and designed to develop lifelong learners and wellrounded individuals. Included in Harker’s core academic subjects are fine arts, performing arts, STEM and five foreign languages. The coed, college preparatory school fosters kindness, respect and integrity while instilling in its students intellectual curiosity, global citizenship and a love for learning. Harker teachers provide the necessary inspiration and guidance to all students to help them discover their interests and reach their highest potential. All members of the Harker family embrace a culture of support, sharing and serving the community. Open Houses: Preschool – Nov. 7, Jan. 9; Lower School – Nov. 15; Middle School – Nov. 8; Upper School – Nov. 1 Grade Level: Preschool-12th grade Enrollment: Applications accepted Oct. 1 to Jan. 28 (K-8); Oct. 1 to Jan. 14 (9-12) Tuition: $30,843 (K-5); $38,728 (6-8); $41,432 (9-12) INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF THE PENINSULA 151 Laura Lane, Palo Alto 650/251-8500; www.istp.org The International School of the Peninsula provides a comprehensive and challenging bilingual education for students 3 years old through eighth grade. The school offers both French immersion and Chinese immersion programs. ISTP teaches through language and culture, using these tools to promote personal and academic excellence. Within a safe, nurturing environment, students are encouraged to collaborate, communicate, experiment, grow and excel. An education at ISTP is far more An independent private school offering preschool through eighth grade © 2015, Challenger Schools • Challenger School admits students of any race, color, and national or ethnic origin. Ask about our referral tuition discount! An independent private school offering preschool through eighth grade © 2015, Challenger Schools • Challenger School admits students of any race, color, and national or ethnic origin. Ask about our referral tuition discount! 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
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