Dominican Republic, Santo Domingo
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The school follows a U.S.-based curriculum aligned with the Common Core Standards, with English as the primary language of instruction. The reading program emphasizes science-based literacy development to build strong literacy and comprehension skills from early on. The school supports college and career readiness through counseling, electives, and structured guidance to prepare students for higher education and the workforce. Technology and AI integration are part of the pedagogical approach to prepare students for a tech-driven future.
The After School program is offered under Student Life. Make Someone Happy is part of the school's service-learning commitment. Leadership in Action is a component of student life, with Spiritual Life and Wellbeing initiatives accompanying daily school life.
The CARE Program (Compassion Acts Reaching Everyone) nurtures social-emotional development and social responsibility. Service-learning is integrated through various initiatives, including Make Someone Happy. The school emphasizes developing leaders who engage in community and global impact.
The school is a certified Leader in Me Lighthouse School, developing students' leadership potential through Stephen R. Covey's 7 Habits. Leadership and entrepreneurship culture are central pillars to foster entrepreneurial thinking and personal responsibility. The school guides students toward higher education and professional pathways through college and career readiness programs.
Catholic Identity rooted in human values guides the holistic formation of students, emphasizing compassion, integrity, and human dignity. The CARE Program supports social-emotional well-being and social responsibility. Spiritual Life and Wellbeing initiatives are integrated into daily school life, supporting personal growth and healthy relationships.
St. Patrick School is a Catholic, co-educational institution serving ages 2 through 18 across two campuses in Santo Domingo: Mini Rhinos campus (nido 1 to 1st Grade) and Main Campus (2nd to 12th Grade), with a Preschool Campus integrated. It offers an American style English-language curriculum aligned with Common Core Standards and Minerd plan; Cognia accreditation demonstrates a commitment to international standards. The program emphasizes mastery of skills and concepts across all areas of human development, with an eclectic pedagogical framework that supports multiple modalities, including virtual education. The school serves Early Childhood through Middle/High School, focusing on critical thinking, communication, intercultural knowledge, and collaborative problem solving to prepare students for a global society. Facilities include robotics kits, 3D printers, laser engravers, reliable Wi-Fi, and a learning management system. Extracurriculars include Leader in Me, National Honor Society, robotics, game development and cybersecurity after school, CARE, and service-learning for student growth.