ᐅ High School in Panama, Clayton ᐅ Balboa High School

Outstanding High School Education in Panama

At our high school in Ciudad del Saber, Clayton we believe in providing opportunities for the development of the whole child, both academically and socially.

One of our primary goals is to prepare students for success in college. We do this by providing a rigorous curriculum that includes both honors and Advanced Placement (AP) courses. Our private high school in Ciudad del Saber, Clayton enrolls approximately 280 students and we offer more than 20 different AP courses.

We aim to empower our students by providing them with opportunities in leadership and community service and for this reason we have over 20 student led clubs, each with a community service component. High school students are encouraged to start or join clubs of their interest and by graduation, each student must have 80 hours of community service. Students may also become members of the Dragon Council where they will learn leadership skills and how to work as a team.

By focusing on academics, leadership, and community, we are able to support our students to become well-rounded individuals and for those who need additional support, we offer learning labs for math and language arts.

Why Choose Our High School in Panama City?

Our high school education program prepares students for future success in a rapidly evolving world. We offer an exceptional AP Program with 20+ courses per year, distinguishing us as Panama's only high school with such an extensive program.

We also offer 2 diplomas (US and Panamanian), and our nurturing and supportive ethos ensures that our students feel a strong sense of community.

We are passionate about empowering students to challenge themselves and explore diverse subjects throughout their four years: We focus on fostering critical thinking, advanced skill development, and college readiness.

With an emphasis on specialization and individualized learning, our well-resourced campus and enriching program of after-school activities is the perfect environment for young people to thrive.

High School Curriculum

At our high school, we are committed to providing a challenging and enriching curriculum that prepares students for college and beyond.

Our high school curriculum integrates the prestigious US Diploma and the esteemed Panamanian diploma, offering our students a comprehensive and globally recognized education. This dual approach empowers students to achieve academic excellence while embracing the rich cultural heritage of Panama.

Through a balanced and inclusive curriculum, we ensure that our graduates are well-prepared to succeed both nationally and internationally.

AP Program in High School

Our school is fully committed to College Board’s Advanced Placement (AP) Program, which gives students the chance to tackle college-level work while they're still in high school. By taking AP exams, students can earn college credit and placement. Our students may choose from over 20 different AP courses to pursue their academic passions.

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Internship Program

The Executive Internship Program meets the academic and professional challenges of the fast-paced and ever changing world of work, by providing our high school students with real-world experiences in a career they plan to pursue.

Students from Grades 10-12 practice teamwork, present innovative ideas, and understand the importance of professional conduct in the workplace.

Our Executive Internship participants are in high demand by major international companies. Both high school students and sponsoring companies have benefited from the internship program.

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High School Clubs

In addition to a wide range of after school activities and competitive sports teams, students at our high school in Panama city design and lead over 20 school service clubs that help our local community in a variety of ways. These clubs build leadership skills and help students obtain required service points towards graduation. Below, you can find a list of all the clubs we currently have at our high school.

Student Life

We have designed a structure across all grade levels K-12 to provide a sense of belonging and community among our students, as well as to build leadership skills.

Monthly team building activities encourage character building, communication, compromise, and acceptance. As a result, our high school climate is known for being nurturing with students that respect each other for their different and individual abilities, cultures, interests and aspirations.

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Dragon Houses

We believe in developing a sense of community among our students through the use of houses. There are six houses in the high school:

Wind
Ice
Fire
Earth
Light
Iron

The student body is divided among the six houses and it is from these houses that the Dragon Council is selected.

Dragon Council

At high school level, a representative from each Dragon House forms the Dragon Student Council (DRACO) which plan and approve all High School events throughout the year.

They are responsible for coordinating all school Club activities, approving school club charters, planning and facilitating high school community building activities know as Dragon Days, and are consulted on a regular basis for matters concerning high school students. They also plan and implement two all high school service days.

Field Studies

Our high school participates in a variety of field studies throughout the year, because we believe that taking students out into the field enriches the learning experience.

The list below describes just a few of the field studies that students have taken part in:

Isla Saboga – students participated in a sailing course, camping, and community service with the local children.
Summit Garden and Casco Viejo – AP art students apply the elements of art
Smithsonian Tropical Research Station Genetics Database Lab – Biology students visit the lab to get a better understanding of gene sequencing and how it is used.
Gamboa Rainforest – students hike the trials to get a better understanding of the rich biodiversity in Panama.
MUN events in several locations in Panama
Global Issues Network conferences – Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic; Monterey, Mexico; Medellin, Colombia and International School of Panama
Eco Venao, Pedasi, Saboga Panama – Ecology club visits the area and learned about sustainability.
Summit Resort and Gamboa Rainforest Resort – DRACO retreat
Numerous plays in Panama – Spanish classes
Latin America Special Olympics – freshmen and sophomores volunteer
Panama Beach Clean-up – all high school
Biodiversity Museum, Panama
AASCA Leadership Conference, Antigua, Guatemala
Rome and Florence, Italy – Art history tour
China Tour
Business Masters Competition – England

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Counseling Program for High School Students

At high school level, we offer both, Socio-Emotional Counseling and College Counseling.

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College Success

Our commitment to college preparedness goes beyond academics; we provide comprehensive support and resources to help students navigate the college application process with confidence and ease. This has been translated into generation after generation of alumni that have gone on to study at the best universities around the world.

High School Profile

We invite you to discover more about our high school program and find out how your child could benefit from our robust approach to college preparation.

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