Course Registration

Registration for courses is an annual responsibility which commits students to a schedule of classes for the entire school year. Students who plan to attend college in the U.S. are strongly encouraged to complete more than the minimum graduation requirements. Advanced courses in mathematics, science, and foreign language are often necessary for admission to selective colleges and universities.

Change of Program

Students from other schools and from the U.S. Program who wish to enroll in the Peruvian Program may revalidate their previous course work with the Peruvian Director. Program changes will only be made with approval of the High School Principal, Peruvian Director, and counselor. Changes from the U.S. Program to the Peruvian Program may not be made after 9th grade, though changes to the U.S. Program may be made at any time.

Course Load

Students must take seven classes each semester. Second semester seniors must take a minimum of 4 academic courses. Special permission from the principal is necessary for students to be allowed to take (only) one "Student Assistant" position during a semester. Student Assistants will receive 1/4 credit per semester and will be evaluated on a "Pass/Fail" system.

Schedule Changes

Schedule changes may be made during the first two weeks of each semester and under one of the following circumstances:

a. The course change is necessary to meet graduation requirements.
b. A prerequisite for the course is missing.
c. Credit has already been granted for the course.
d. There is a medical reason for a course change.
e. The course is an elective and will be exchanged for another elective.
f. Teacher recommendation for change

Students are strongly advised to make their initial selection carefully since alternative courses may be filled to capacity during the schedule change period. After the initial period in which schedule changes are permitted, students are required to complete courses in which they are registered. Other changes may be made under very special circumstances if they are for educational reasons and are approved by the High School Principal.