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Welcome
to Lighthouse International School!
It is said that we are educating students today for careers that do not yet exist. Therefore, it is imperative that we offer them the tools yo face an ever-changing world in a confident and effective way. Our vision is to offer the rising generation a comprehensive academic foundation, a broad worldview, and a moral compass that will guide them personally and enable them “to give back to the world with intelligence, confidence, integrity, and kindness.”
We offer
your child a whole-person approach to education: spiritual, academic, social, and physical.
Our International educational program within a Christian-values learning environment was designed to provide families with a strong ally and partner in the raising of well-rounded citizens.
You are cordially invited to explore this website and contact us for a personal visit, to find out just how your student can grow into the person they are intended to be.
VISION & MISSION
Vision
Leading out a new generation of children in their life path “For sound advice is a beacon, good teaching is a light, moral discipline is a life path.”
Proverbs 6:23 (MSG)
Mission
Lighthouse International School is an independent, college preparatory school that exists to develop the whole child through a vibrant, Christ-centered environment and a comprehensive academic program, so that they may grow to give back to the world with intelligence, confidence, integrity, and kindness.
A Word
From Our Principal
" I am committed to making Lighthouse a safe and active place, where healthy relationships are the lifeforce for learning academics, friendship, and love of God. I am always available to serve in any way I can, ensuring that the vision and mission of the school are upheld and effectively carried out. "
- Carlos Zelaya
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Core classes in English taught by native-speakers.
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participation in interscholastic sports
extracurricular activities offered
annual student-hours of community service
students
nationalities represented
diplomas for graduating seniors US, IB, MEP
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graduation rate for local and US diplomas
Our School
Know our Services
In Lighthouse we offer a great variety of services, we invite you to know each one of them.
Psychology
At Lighthouse we believe that student´s classroom teachers have the wisdom and authority to deal with discipline, social conflicts, emotions, and other significant situations, on an individualized basis.
Learning Support Program
No one student is alike, and differentiated instruction is needed to ensure all students are given the opportunity to learn. Students with special needs are supported by a team of devoted professionals who provide additional coaching and reinforcement in second language acquisition and academic accommodations.
Infirmary
The school nurse is a registered professional certified who strengthens and facilitates the educational process by improving and protecting the health status of children. The major focus of school nursing services is the prevention of illness and disability, and the early detection and correction of health problems. Our school nurse is uniquely qualified in preventive health, health assessment, and referral procedures.
Cafeteria
Lighthouse has a healthy-food policy to help our students learn proper nutrition habits, understanding that growing bodies need a balanced approach to develop alertness for learning and resistance to illnesses. Students who do not bring their food from home may choose to buy from the Cafeteria which offers a wide variety of healthy options of snacks and lunches that are prepared on site. The menu will is sent out weekly. This service is optional and is paid separately.
Transportation
We offer an optional bus service that includes routes to the following locations: Escazú, Santa Ana, Ciudad Colón, Pavas, Guácima de Alajuela, Belén-Panasonic. Compliance with all laws pertaining to student transportation are strictly adhered to. All buses have seatbelts, insurance policies, undergo periodical mechanical inspections, and are staffed by two responsible adults who make sure students travel safely and orderly on each trip.
College
Our graduates are well prepared for college anywhere in the world. Our comprehensive academic program equips students to pursue their higher education goals with a high degree of confidence.
After-school Program
Our after-school program offers a variety of optional activities and clubs for all levels. Some of the activities we offer are robotics, chess, cooking, Minecraft, ultimate frisbee, art, music clubs such as guitar, piano and percussion, and sports. Extracurricular activities and clubs regularly run from 2:35pm – 3:20pm.
Calendar
Our Upcoming Curricular Events & Activities
26 – 27
July
Uniforms Fair
Event Info
The Uniforms Fair will be from 9:00am – 3:00pm
7
August
Meet your Teacher & School Night
Event Info
Meet Your Teacher Day and Back to School Night
(Preschool only).
Meet your teacher day
(for students) at 10:30am
Back to School Night
(for parents only) at 6:00pm
8
August
First Day of School
Event Info
First Day of School Regular schedule from 7:20 – 2:35pm
9
August
Back to School
Event Info
Back to school night
(for parents only).
Elementary School
(1st – 5th grade) at 5:30pm
Middle School
(6th – 8th grade) and
High School
(9th – 12th grade) at 6:30pm
Blog
Our News & Announcements
Why do children need choices?
Giving children choices helps them feel like they have some power and control over what they do, and is a step in growing up. Giving children choices Everyone likes to have choices in the things they do. Some child care providers think they need to do all...
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Getting to the heart of your child’s behavior
The Scripture teaches that the heart is the control center for life. A person’s life is a reflection of his heart. Proverbs 4:23 states it like this: “Above all else, guard your heart, for it is the wellspring of life.” The word picture here is graphic....
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Why educate with christian values?
It does not take a deeply spiritual person to understand that our society is in trouble. The evidence is abundant that evil is on the rise, and that things are getting progressively worse. Our children face many obstacles on their way to adulthood – some...
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Lighthouse International School
Lighthouse International School
Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
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Phone: 2215-2393
E-mail: lighthouse@lis.ed.cr