High School
Welcome to the High School at COJOWA!
Our four-year high school program features both a US and Colombian curriculum. A stellar team of teachers from Colombia and North America work with our students in the core subjects and also through a varied set of academic and non-academic elective options. COJOWA’s High School builds upon the Middle School’s skills-based approach to learning that challenges students to think critically, to solve problems individually and together, and to engage in real-world, meaningful projects and problems. Through these daily activities and challenges–which increasingly center upon project-based learning opportunities– students are prepared as learners and thinkers to succeed on the Prueba Saber exams and to thrive in future educational settings and in the United States, Canada, and Europe. They are also prepared to become life-long problem-solvers ready to take on tomorrow’s challenges with an education based in values.
A typical high school day at COJOWA features six class periods, as well as time each day for students to meet individually or in small groups with their teachers. During an extended lunch period, teachers are available during set office hours, and clubs and activities flourish. These clubs range from student government, National Honor Society, Model United Nations, and service offerings such as Interact (a US-based service organization), a home-grown, student-centered service and environmental group. The high school program at COJOWA is designed to have students in our high school increasingly take control of their own learning as they move toward their college years.
COJOWA supports the development of reflective citizens and innovative thinkers prepared for the complexities and rapid changes that exist today and helps them to be prepared to be leaders in building a better tomorrow.
Hello!
Mobile
+57 (5) 693 0170
Address
Zona Norte, Anillo Vial Km 12
Cartagena, Colombia
Monday to Friday
7:30 am - 4:00 pm
High School
Our classes
| Course Offering | Credits | Graduation Category | Language of Instruction |
| On Level/College Prep Courses | |||
| Math 9 Geometry | 1.0 | Math | English |
| Biology 9 | 1.0 | Science | English |
| English 9 | 1.0 | English | English |
| World History 9 | 1.0 | Sociales/SS | English |
| Spanish 9 | 1.0 | Spanish | Spanish |
| Sociales 9 | 0.5 | Sociales/SS | Spanish |
| Advanced Placement Courses | |||
| PreAP Math 9 Geometry | 1.1 | Math | English |
| PreAP Biology 9 | 1.1 | Science | English |
| AP Spanish Lang/Culture | 1.1 | Spanish | Spanish |
Our classes
| Course Offering | Credits | Graduation Category | Language of Instruction |
| On Level/College Prep Courses | |||
| Math 10 Algebra II | 1.0 | Math | English |
| Chemistry 10 | 1.0 | Science | English |
| English 10 | 1.0 | English | English |
| World History 10 | 1.0 | Sociales/SS | English |
| Spanish 10 | 1.0 | Spanish | Spanish |
| Sociales 10 | 0.5 | Sociales/SS | Spanish |
| Advanced Placement Courses | |||
| PreAP Math 10 Algebra II | 1.1 | Math | English |
| PreAP Chemistry 10 | 1.1 | Science | English |
| PreAP English 10 | 1.1 | English | English |
| PreAP Spanish Lit 10 | 1.1 | Spanis | Spanish |
Our classes
| Course Offering | Credits | Graduation Category | Language of Instruction |
| On Level/College Prep Courses | |||
| Math 11 PreCalculus | 1.0 | Math | English |
| Physics 11 | 1.0 | Science | English |
| English 11 | 1.0 | English | English |
| World History 11 | 1.0 | Sociales/SS | English |
| Sociales 11 | 1.0 | Sociales/SS | Spanish |
| Spanish 11 | 1.0 | Spanish | Spanish |
| Advanced Placement Courses | |||
| PreAP Math 11 Pre-Calculus | 1.1 | Math | English |
| AP English Language 11 | 1.1 | English | English |
| AP Spanish Literature 11 | 1.1 | Spanish | Spanish |
| AP Seminar 11 | 1.1 | Academic Elective/STEM | English |
| AP Biology 11/12 | 1.1 | Academic Elective/STEM | English |
Our classes
| Course Offering | Credits | Graduation Category | Language of Instruction |
| On Level/College Prep Courses | |||
| Math 12 Calculus | 1.0 | Math | Spanish |
| Integrated Science 12 | 1.0 | Science | Spanish |
| English 12 | 1.0 | English | English |
| Sociales 12 | 1.0 | Sociales/SS | Spanish |
| Spanish 12 | 1.0 | Spanish | Spanish |
| Advanced Placement Courses | |||
| AP Math 12 Calculus | 1.1 | Math | English |
| AP Research 12 | 1.1 | English | English |
| AP Biology 11/12 | 1.1 | Academic Elective/STEM | English |
- Debate
- Google Apps Level 1
- Math Support
- Online Programming
- Boys Basketball Team
- Boys Soccer Team
- Digital Citizenship
- Economics I
- Economics II
- Fine Arts
- Girls Soccer Team
- Girls Volleyball Team
- Graphic Design
- Health and First Aid
- Music Appreciation
- Orchestra
- Physical Education (PE)
- Publishing Lab
- Statistics
- Ethics & Religion
- AP World History
- Advanced Robotics
- AP Biology
- AP Seminar
- Astronomy
- Contemporary World Issues
- Google Apps Level 2
- Historia del Cine
- ICFES Math Prep
- Mobile App Development
- Model United Nations
- Organic Chemistry
- Philosophy I
- Philosophy II
- Quimica Ambiental
- Radio Communications
- Yearbook
What is the goal/purpose/benefits of the Advanced Course Program?
Advanced Placement (AP) are rigorous, college-level classes that give students an opportunity to gain the skills and experience that colleges recognize.
How do I sign-up for an AP Class?
Complete the AP application google form
2019 – 2020 AP classes per grade level:
9th Grade
Pre-AP Geometry
Pre-AP Biology
AP Spanish Language and Culture
10th Grade
Pre-AP Algebra II
Pre-AP Chemistry
Pre-AP English
Pre-AP Spanish Literature
11th Grade
Pre-AP Pre-Calculus
AP Biology
AP English Language
AP Spanish Literature
AP Seminar
AP World History
12th Grade
AP Calculus AB
AP Research
AP Biology
How do we assess the AP Program?
In COJOWA it is mandatory that students who are accepted in AP classes take their AP examination offered by the College Board, as their final assessment, along with additional credit approval requirements established by the College Board.
- Complete PSAT examination in 10th grade
- Complete SAT examination in 11th grade – Minimum score of 1000
- Complete Saber 11 (ICFES) Prep course in 11th and 12th grade
- Complete Prueba Saber 11 (ICFES) – for all Colombian students
- Complete 20 hours of community service per year from 9th-12th
grade (Total 80 hours) - Pass all subjects with a minimum grade of 70
- Maintain a 90% attendance to all classes
- Complete Career Internship during Senior year (minimum three workdays)
| Credit Requirements for Graduation 9th – 12th Grade | |||
| English | 4 | P.E | 0.75 |
| Math | 4 | Economics | 0.5 |
| Spanish | 4 | Philosophy | 0.5 |
| Social Studies/ Sociales de Colombia | 4 | Ethics/Religion | 0.25 |
| Science | 4 | S.T.E.M | 0.5 |
| Academic Electives | 2.5 | Art/Music | 0.25 |
Our counseling team guides students starting in grade 9 to get ready for college and select their major and help them through the university application process. They hold group and individual meetings with students for the career planning process. As students move through High School, college and career planning increases. Counselors support and guide students, but each student and the family are responsible for the final application and enrollment to university.
Student support includes organizing college visits on and off campus, vocational tests, university search to find the “right fit”, standardized test requirements, online applications, workshops, and alumni visits, among others.
We believe that all students deserve a quality education and opportunity to reach their potential. We know that some students will need support and specialized instruction to reach their academic goals. The Academic Coaching Center works with teachers and parents to support students that have an educational need.
Class Schedule
| Mon-Tue Thu-Fri | Wed | ||
| Period 1 | 7:45-8:35 | Period 1 | 7:45-8:35 |
| Period 2 | 8:40-9:30 | Period 2 | 8:40-9:30 |
| Snack | 9:35-10:10 | Period 3 | 9:35-10:25 |
| Period 3 | 10:15-11:05 | X-Block | 10:30-11:00 |
| Period 4 | 11:10-12:00 | Snack | 11:05-11:25 |
| Period 5 | 12:05-12:55 | Period 5 | 11:30-12:20 |
| Lunch | 1:00-1:50 | Period 6 | 12:25-1:15 |
| Period 6 | 1:55-2:45 | Early Dismissal Day | |
Thinking about joining us?
Learn more about the Application Process