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Colombia, Barranquilla
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The school places emphasis on social and emotional development alongside academics. Teachers and counselors pay close attention to the social, emotional, and academic needs of each student. An Elementary School Counselor is part of the student support team. The school uses Character Counts! to foster character and social responsibility. The school fosters a caring, multicultural community that supports student well-being. The mission and daily practice guide holistic development of students.
The school provides an Optimal Resource Center (ORC) to support students identified with learning exceptionalities in Middle School and High School. The School Profile notes dedicated Academic Support for students with learning needs. The ORC is integrated with the broader support services to help these students access the curriculum. The program is designed to accommodate diverse learners within the regular school program. The ORC aims to help students participate fully in school life and progress toward their diplomas.
Language of instruction is English and Spanish. The curriculum is bilingual, binational, and multicultural, combining Colombian and American educational contexts. Most of the secondary staff are bilingual, allowing the majority of instruction to be in English. Teachers hold teaching certifications from the United States, United Kingdom, Jamaica, Barbados, Colombia, and Canada. Forty percent of teachers hold advanced degrees.
The school prioritizes students' social and emotional wellbeing as part of its academic program. Teachers and counselors attend to the social, emotional, and academic needs of each student. An Elementary School Counselor is part of the staff. Character Counts! contributes to wellbeing by promoting values and responsible behavior. The school fosters a caring, supportive community that supports students' mental health and wellbeing.
The school maintains a Child Protection Policy to safeguard children and respond promptly to abuse or neglect. All staff must report suspected abuse or neglect; adult visitors and volunteers must also report. The policy is based on US and Colombian law and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. The policy includes a Code of Honor, a disciplinary policy, professional boundaries and social media guidelines, and procedures for reporting and responding to allegations. Training on child protection is provided annually for staff, and the school follows a Comprehensive Pathway for Convivencia Escolar (Ruta de Atención Integral para la Convivencia Escolar) for safeguarding matters. The school may involve local authorities or external resources as needed and will maintain confidentiality as required.
Colegio Karl C. Parrish is a private, bilingual school in Barranquilla offering a Colombian–American curriculum for students aged 3 to 18. Instruction is conducted in English and Spanish, and the school operates two diploma paths: the Colombian Bachillerato (grades 7–12) and an American High School Program that includes Advanced Placement courses. AP offerings include Calculus AB, Physics, English, Spanish, Biology, Economics, US History and Chemistry, among others. Graduates earn both the US High School Diploma and the Colombian Diploma. BYOL for grades 3–12 and an Optimal Resource Center (ORC) support program provide inclusive, language-rich learning. The school embraces Reggio Emilia-inspired early learning and 21st Century Learning approaches. The campus spans about 80,000 square meters and houses a large library (over 21,000 volumes), a swimming pool, gym, Alumni Hall, and a Student Center opened in 2020. Ninety-five percent of graduates achieve the dual diploma, reflecting strong college preparation and global-minded education.
