PROFILE ESCOLA CONCEPT
salvador campus CEEB CODE: 910070
2023
High School PROFILE
community
Escola Concept is a group of three vanguard schools (Toddlers to grade 12) founded in 2017 by Grupo SEB, a family owned organization, which is the largest K-12 education group in Brazil and the 6th largest in the world. This company, which started with one school 60 years ago, now comprises 50+ schools all over Brazil, in addition to bilingual franchises in over 30 countries worldwide. Today, Chaim Zaher, a refugee from Lebanon, and president of the company, has a team of over 6,000 change agents who are actively committed to impacting the lives of more than 350,000 students, be it through corporate-owned schools and/or franchises, or by developing innovative solutions for schools through their edtech hub called Conexia. Escola Concept is part of Grupo SEB's commitment to moving the educational sector forward in Brazil through project-based approaches to teaching and learning. The school's program is designed to nurture the dispositions of lifelong learners who collaborate to co-create, embrace an entrepreneurial mindset, understand the meaning of living sustainably, and are globally and digitally fluent. Learners apply habits of mind to their daily actions, use the language of thinking to communicate, and understand the elements of design thinking to problem-solve and innovate. Learning is facilitated and assessed through relevant, project-based experiences in and outside of the classroom. In 2018, one year after opening its first two campuses in Ribeirão Preto and Salvador, the flagship campus in São Paulo came into existence and is today one of the largest bilingual schools in Brazil with over 1000 learners.
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PRISCILA TORRES
NADJA VALENTE
HEAD OF BUSINESS UNIT
HEAD OF SCHOOL
priscila.torres@conceptedu.com.br
nadja.valente@conceptedu.com.br
+55 11 97148-1847
+55 71 9123-8661
DAN LOUREIRO
REVELYN FERNANDES
HIGH SCHOOL COORDINATOR
HEAD OF CAREER AND UNIVERSITY COUNSELING
dan.nascimento@conceptedu.com.br
revelyn.fernandes@conceptedu.com.br
+55 71 9991-9889
+55 11 94297-7294
CAMILLA DE SIERVI
MILENA SOBRAL
SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL COUNSELOR
SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL COUNSELOR
camilla.siervi@conceptedu.com.br
milena.sobral@conceptedu.com.br
+55 71 9957-2672
+55 71 9950-4661
grupo SEB +50
schools
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+30
countries
+6,000
employees
+350,000
learners
The Escola Concept Salvador Campus opened in 2017 with grade levels that ranged from Toddlers 1 (1 year of age learners) to grade 6. The campus was designed through the lens of sustainability in the neighborhood of Piatã, amidst the extensive Atlantic Rainforest in an area that is owned and preserved by Escola Concept. An innovative, purpose-built, 3-story building, with multipurpose labs, a maker space, a stunning inspiration commons with a beautiful collection of books, a state-of-the-art auditorium, a full basketball court inspired by the 2016 Olympic courts replicated in our backyard, a fantastic gymnasium, and multiple flexible learning spaces are intertwined within the local vegetation and city landscape. Today, in 2023, Escola Concept has 393 impact-driven learners and is graduating its first senior class.
47
3:1
learners
TOTAL HIGH SCHOOL ENROLLMENT
99%
STUDENT-FACULTY
80%
graduation RATE
16
project-based
ratio
educators
WITH ADVANCED DEGREES
learners
AVERAGE CLASS SIZE
curriculum
The high school program offers six distinctive diploma pathways tailored to meet the diverse needs and aspirations of the graduates: AP International Diploma; AP Capstone Diploma; Innovation Diploma (in partnership with Design Tech High, Silicon Valley); Global Citizen Diploma; Escola Concept Diploma (Brazilian Common Core); American Diploma (in partnership with Providence Country Day, Rhode Island). Students can tailor their learning needs to match their future goals, focusing on different diplomas, as well as specific clubs and organizations that speak to their interests and needs.
LEARNING
of learning 3 festival Project showcase event in which
yearly events 2017 TO 2019
students have an authentic audience to give and get feedback on their designs. Projects are class-based and hone in on yearly events a Sustainable Development Goal and 2020-TODAY trans-disciplinary learnings from the semester.
2
student-led conference
2 Individual celebratory moment of conferences PER YEAR
The Brazilian Common Core and AP classes are mandatory and part of the daily schedule, however, it is optional for the student to sit the official College Board exam.
learning in which learners present their digital portfolios highlighting their learning for the trimester with their areas of strength and opportunities for growth. The presentations are made to the head educator and to the child’s family. student-led clubs
6 Between 2021 and 2023 our high school
8x 45min
clubs 2021-2023
CLASSES PER DAY
7:50 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
academic program regular classes schedule 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
student-led clubs and organizations are offered after-school hours.
8 regular
group PROJECTS
5 service
18 scientific
learning PROJECTS
PROJECTS
extra curricular OPPORTUNITIES
during school hours Academia Olympiads Math Club Service Learning Club Music Production Club FabLab Club Science Club Business / Financial Literacy Club
after school Science Fairs Athletics Model United Nations (MUN) Secretariat Scientific Initiation Program MUN Club
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graduates started 6 student led clubs.
science fairs Projects that are submitted can be submissions PER YEAR developed in the Clubs, Innovation Diploma, and/or Scientific Initiation classes.
6
community service PROJECTS
Over 500 hours of community service per year Partnerships with multiple local NGOs to develop Student or School Led projects like Projeto Intercâmbio Solidário, Abrace uma Escola, Catavento Literário and Arte na Paz. Sustainability initiatives, including circular economy projects and recycle and reuse initiatives. Student Led Clubs, older students can help and stimulate the younger ones to get involved in MUN events, science fairs and olympics.
+500 hours COMMUNITY SERVICE
brazilian high school diploma
academic
dual language CURRICULUM
PROGRAM
english
portuguese
6
brazilian high school
DIPLOMA
diplomas
ap capstone
DIPLOMA
ap international
DIPLOMA
innovation
DIPLOMA
AP capstone diploma 4 AP courses offered during the 4-year high school, in addition to the AP Seminar and Research courses. The AP Capstone Diploma may be coupled with the AP International Diploma if all academic criteria are met. innovation diploma in partnership with dTech high school Escola Concept is the exclusive partner for d.tech High, an innovative high school located on the Oracle campus in Silicon Valley. The Diploma is a 4-year commitment of developing a real project of the impact that will positively impact the life of the community outside the school. Students can earn the Innovation Diploma by demonstrating proficiency in the innovation mindsets (initiative, persistence, seeking inspiration) skills (design thinking skills, project management and storytelling), and responsibilities (self-awareness, building community appropriately and understanding their impact in multiple contexts). The signature piece of the program is an independent project that works to address one of the 17 United Nations sustainable development goals. global citizen diploma
global citizen
DIPLOMA
american high school*
DIPLOMA
*optional, with Providence Country Day High School
Brazilian Core National Curriculum
Facilitated by a consortium of like-minded international schools, the Global Citizen Diploma (GCD) provides a framework for students to actively take small steps leading to a better future. Through intentional reflection, students develop a deeper understanding of who they are and what they value by capturing their individual stories and celebrating their growth. By identifying their passions, each student who earns the GCD becomes more inclined to act ethically and responsibly as a global citizen. Our learners dedicate their time in 4 years to develop a portfolio with reflections based on how their actions and projects support their Global Citizenship Development. Students can be accredited with 3 certifications based on the number of elements shown in reflections. american high school diploma in partnership with providence country day high school*
5
reflections
CERTIFICATE
9
reflections
DIPLOMA
13
reflections
DIPLOMA OF DISTINCTION
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Students can choose and pay additionally to take 6 credits held afterschool, online with the Providence Country Day High School teachers based on two tracks: STEM or Social Sciences & Communications. Subjects include: Leadership; Business Law; AP Psychology; Honors Calculus; Honors Arts History & Criticism; Programming; Artificial Intelligence; Web Design; Marketing; etc.
GRADE GPA
grade point
grading
AVERAGE
AND RANKING
a+
EE+ Exceeding Excellence 9.5–10.0
grade
a
EE 9.5–10.0
b
ME+ Above average 7.5 - 8.4
c
ME Average 6.5 - 7.4
d
AE+ Below Average 6.0–6.4
f
AE Failure 5.9 OR BELOW
grade
grade
grade
grade
grade
The Class of 2023 is the 1rst graduating class at Escola Concept Salvador. All high school students are required to take compulsory subjects to meet the standards of the Brazilian Ministry of Education (MEC) to be awarded the Brazilian High School Diploma (Certicado de Conclusão do Ensino Médio). All high school students take mandatory AP classes but sitting the exam is not a requirement to graduate. With the aim of fostering and guiding the development of various skills in our students, our school continuously evaluates them throughout their academic journey, whether individually or in groups. Assessments covering the entire student journey, formative assessments, account for 60% of the quarterly final grade. Individual, summative assessments make up 20%, and assessments of engagement and competence in project development, project grades, account for the remaining 20% of the final grade for each quarter. Escola Concept does not officially rank its students. Grades are not weighted.
enem GRADES
2023 CLASS
standardized TEST RESULTS*
Concept
MIDDLE 50%
MIDDLE 50%
MIDDLE 50%
570
640
1230
4,000
critical reading & writing
total score
846,7 602,8
609,8 527,4
517,3
*40% OF THE CLASS OF 2023 TOOK THE SAT®
518,8
Language
Human Science Natural Science
Mathematics
Total (n = 30)
5
3 2 1
-1 0. 0 9. 0
-8 .9 9 7.0
-6 .9 9 4. 0
-3 .9 9
0 0. 0
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606,8
Essay
THERE WERE 9 GRADUATES IN THE CLASS OF 2023. 3 earned a 9.0 - 10.0 5 earned 7.0–8.99 1 earned 4.0–6.99 0 earned 0.0–3.99
4
4 STUDENTS UP AVERAGE (3/4) - 100%
486,5
616,3
class of 2023
RESULTS
ap seminar (n = 4)
541,9
497,3
515,4
504,7
AP
19 Exams Down Average
600,9 539,5
2,000 0
11 Students Up Average
Bahia
8,000 6,000
math
National
10,000
course OFFERINGS
INTERNATIONAL DIPLOMAS brazilian high school
DIPLOMA
9th grade
10th grade
11th grade
12th
grade
Integrated Maths: Focus on Principles of Algebra University Level Contemporary History English Language Arts (Language and Literature) Integrated Sciences: Advanced Biology, Chemistry, and Physics I Portuguese: Language and Literature Integrated Maths: Focus on Principles of Algebra University Level Contemporary History English Language Arts (Language and Literature) Integrated Sciences: Advanced Biology, Chemistry, and Physics I Portuguese: Language and Literature Integrated Maths: Focus on Principles of Algebra University Level Contemporary History English Language Arts (Language and Literature) Integrated Sciences: Advanced Biology, Chemistry, and Physics I Portuguese: Language and Literature Integrated Maths: Focus on Principles of Algebra University Level Contemporary History English Language Arts (Language and Literature) Integrated Sciences: Advanced Biology, Chemistry, and Physics I Portuguese: Language and Literature
ap capstone
CERTIFICATE
Environmental Science
innovation
DIPLOMA
Global Citizen Diploma Year 1
Design Studio I
Global Citizen Diploma Year 2
Design Studio II
Global Citizen Diploma Year 3
Design Studio III
Global Citizen Diploma Year 4
Seminar
Statistics Research
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DIPLOMA
Foundation in Design Thinking
Human Geography
English Language and Composition
global citizen
global opportunities INTERNATIONAL COMPETITIONS AND CONFERENCES International competitions and conferences Harvard MUN 2022: One 10th grade student awarded Best Delegate. FabLearn Latin America 2019: Four students presented 3 Middle School Projects. Festival De Cinema Festita 2019 (Uruguai) - Five Middle School students presented 1 movie developed by them. FabLarn Flagship (Worldwide - Online) 2020: Twelve students presented 4 Middle School Projects. FabLarn Flagship (Worldwide - Online) 2023: Five students presented 3 High School Projects.
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course OFFERINGS
CONCEPT DIPLOMA
awards AND DISTINCTIONS
2021-2023 concept
DIPLOMA
Metacognition Pathways: Prepping for the Future Body & movement Advanced Artistic Design Sound Exploration Ted Ed Spanish Metacognition Pathways: Prepping for the Future Body & movement Advanced Artistic Design Sound Exploration Ted Ed Spanish Metacognition Pathways: Prepping for the Future Body & movement Advanced Artistic Design Sound Exploration Ted Ed Spanish Metacognition Pathways: Prepping for the Future Body & movement Advanced Artistic Design Sound Exploration Ted Ed Spanish
2 National Hispanic Program Scholar Finalists 2 National Council of Teachers of English Awards in Writing 1 National Merit Finalist 1 Best Delegate Harvard MUN 8 BraMUN awards 3 BSBMUN awards 14 SalMUN awards 6 ConceptMUN awards 9 projects, 20 students, in 3 editions of the FabLearn Flagship 2 Awards at the Young Scientists Brazilian Science Fair 4 finalist, 8 students, in 3 editions of the Science and Engineering Fair (FEBRACE) 3 Young Scientists meeting Awards in innovation 7 PIEC 2021 - 1st Incentive Prize for Scientific Entrepreneurship finalists 1 Finalist of the 9th International Little Filmmaker Festival (Angry Toys | 2021) 1 Finalist of the 9th International Little Filmmaker Festival (Angry Toys | 2021) 6 Rio Festival 2023: Video Program Forum (Mostra Geração) finalists 20 students in national and international universities 6 Diplomas from Innovation Diploma Program 17 Brazilian Astronomy and Astronautics Olympiad (OBA) awards 9 Brazilian Public School Mathematics Olympiad (OBMEP) awards 19 Math Canguru awards 9 National Chemistry Olympiad (OBQ) awards 3 National Brazilian History Olympiad (ONHB) finalists 3 National Physics Olympiad (OBF) awards 3 National Science Olympiad (ONC) awards 21 National Energy Efficiency Olympiad (ONEE) awards
university ACCEPTANCES
2022-2023
Administration at Universidade Católica de Salvador Medicine at UNIME and FTC Psychology at Bahiana (EBMSP) Medicine at FTC
Law at Faculdade Baiana de Direito Product Design at Instituto Europeo de Design Physiotherapy at Bahiana (EBMSP) Odontology at Bahiana (EBMSP) Psychology at Bahiana (EBMSP) (1st Place and highest grade in the entire health area) Law at FTC Law at Faculdade Baiana de Direito
Medicine at FTC Medicine at Uni Don Pedro Law at Faculdade Baiana de Direito Psychology at Bahiana (EBMSP) (2nd Place) Medicine at Uni Don Pedro and FTC Mechanical Engineering at UCSAL Biomedical Engineering at American Academy (PUC-PR / Kent State University) and Southern Oregon University
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Business at Hult University Entrepreneurship at Link School of Business Mechanical Engineering at UCSAL Global Business at EDHEC International BBA Medicine at Anhembi Morumbi Psychology at Universidade federal Fluminense (UFF)
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