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What is the Caribbean International School (CIC)?The Caribbean International School (CIC) is a prestigious educational institution located in the Caribbean region, country of Panama, in the province of Colon . It offers a comprehensive international curriculum to students of various nationalities.
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What grade levels does CIC cater to?CIC provides education for students from Early Childhood, Preschool through High School, covering a wide range of grade levels to accommodate different age groups.
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Is CIC an accredited school?Yes, CIC is accredited by MEDUCA & COGNIA , ensuring that our educational programs meet rigorous international standards of quality.
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What is the primary language of instruction at CIC?The primary language of instruction at CIC is English. Spanish & French are also part of the language programs. We also offer language support programs for non-native speakers, as ESL (English as a second Language) and SSL (Spanish as a second language).
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What extracurricular activities are available for students?CIC offers a diverse range of extracurricular activities, including sports such as soccer, basketball, and volleyball among others, arts, music such as orchestra and marching band, clubs such as debate, robotics, math, and gaming among others, and community service opportunities. Students have the chance to explore their interests beyond the classroom.
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How can I apply for admission to CIC?The admission process at CIC typically involves submitting an online application, providing required documents, and attending an interview or assessment. Please refer to our Admissions section on the website for detailed instructions. Also , we have our Customer Service department that will help and guide you through this process.
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How does CIC approach the concept of diversity?CIC is dedicated to fostering a diverse learning environment where students from a wide range of backgrounds are valued an respected. Our curriculum actively encourages cultural awareness and understanding.
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What is the school's academic calendar?CIC uses an international school calendar or a calendar B , as denominated by MEDUCA. Our academic calendar can be found on our website, outlining important dates, holidays, and school events throughout the year.
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How can I get in touch with the school for more information or inquiries?For any additional questions or inquiries, please visit our Contact Us page on the website, where you can find contact details for our customer service , and admissions team.
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What measures has CIC taken to ensure a safe and healthy learning environment for students?At CIC, we prioritize the safety and well-being of over students. We have implemented emotional support from our Department of Psychology, including diverse activities and workshops, to provide a secure and healthy learning environment.
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What are the school's core values and educational philosophy?CIC is guided by a set of core values and a student-centered educational philosophy that promotes critical thinking, creativity, and holistic development. You can learn more about these values and philosophy on our About Us page.
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How does CIC engage with the local community and promote social responsibility?CIC actively engages with the local community through various community service initiatives, such as visiting shelters, orphanages, hospitals, and nursing homes and helping them through service and providing them with resources such as food, clothes, and medicines. We encourage our students to become socially responsible global citizens.
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Can parents and guardians get involved in school activities and events?Yes, parents and guardians are encouraged to participate in school activities, events, and parent-teacher associations. We value your involvement in your child's education.
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Does CIC accept students that has little to no knowledge of English and / or Spanish?In the Caribbean International School we accept students with language barriers , thanks to our strong ESL (English as a Second Language) and SSL ( Spanish as a Second Language) program and departments that helps students with the learning of the languages required to have a successsful student life.
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Does CIC has a meal program?We have a full functioning cafeteria and kiosk, where you can find a variety of nutritionally balanced breakfast, lunch, snacks and beverages .
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Are the books supplied by the school?Our school supplies the books, and notebooks and some other school materials , these are handed to each student at the beginning of the academic year.
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