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Panama, Panama City
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Robotics/STEAM and coding activities foster computational thinking, problem-solving, and hands-on inquiry. Team Robotics and Code.org are part of USP's extracurricular offerings, providing opportunities to design, build, and code. The science program follows NGSS and National Geographic Exploring Science to encourage investigation and real-world applications across subjects. USP uses CCSS and NGSS standards to align learning with college and career expectations, supported by iReady diagnostics and MindTap resources in mathematics.
Art and music are central to USP's holistic program. Art projects include painting, sculpture, drawing, and crafts through an open studio approach. Dance is offered in Ballet, Modern dance, and Traditional/Folklore styles, reflecting cultural expression. Music education includes Intro to Music and piano, with opportunities for musical composition and performance.
The school offers a trilingual curriculum with English, Spanish, and Mandarin. French and Portuguese are available as extracurricular languages. Panamanian culture is emphasized in Social Studies, with focus on customs, dance, music, and food to reflect the country's heritage.
Extracurricular activities occur after school from 3:30 p.m. to 4:45 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Sports include Tennis and Soccer, with other activities offered within the program. Clubs include Robotics, Chess, Book, and Homework Lab, encouraging social interaction and intellectual growth. Arts offerings include Intro to Art Techniques, Dance (Ballet, Modern, Folklore), and Music, providing creative outlets and collaborative experiences.
The school highlights leadership and teamwork as core professional development skills. It identifies communication, leadership, and teamwork as top professional development goals. A collaborative culture among teachers, students, and parents supports student growth and leadership development.
USP promotes a healthy lifestyle through daily physical activity and a comprehensive Physical Education program. Extracurricular activities run after school from 3:30 p.m. to 4:45 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Sports include Tennis and Soccer, with facilities to support other activities. Dance and Music provide creative outlets, with Ballet, Modern dance, Folklore, and Intro to Music contributing to well-being.
United School of Panama (USP) offers an American and British curriculum within a multicultural community. It provides a trilingual program in English, Spanish, and Mandarin. The school follows the Common Core State Standards and Next Generation Science Standards, and is accredited by Panama's MEDUCA. Language Arts uses National Geographic Learning and project-based instruction; Mathematics uses the i-Ready diagnostic program; Science aligns with NGSS through National Geographic Exploring Science and MindTap. Mandarin is taught in five phases with cultural context, while Spanish follows Panamanian standards to develop grammar, writing, reading, and vocabulary. Social Studies emphasizes Panamanian culture and global citizenship. The campus is modern, with open spaces for sport and convenient access to Panama City. Technology is integrated across the curriculum, with iPads and MacBooks in classrooms, MindTap resources, and i-Ready differentiation. USP is moving toward Apple Distinguished School status, reflecting ongoing investment in digital learning. The school welcomes international families.
