How do I apply to ISA?
To apply, please complete an online application. The applications can be found under our Admissions tab and also by clicking here. The applications are due by January 17th.
To apply, please complete an online application. The applications can be found under our Admissions tab and also by clicking here. The applications are due by January 17th.
When applying to ISA to I need to include my recent report card?
Yes! For this reason, please wait until your fall 2024 grades have been finalized. You may include a screenshot or PDF from your online grades account if you do not want to wait until the official report card comes out, especially since applications are due by January 17th.
Yes! For this reason, please wait until your fall 2024 grades have been finalized. You may include a screenshot or PDF from your online grades account if you do not want to wait until the official report card comes out, especially since applications are due by January 17th.
When are teacher recommendations due by?
Once you turn in your application, your teachers will be sent an email to fill out a recommendation for you. (Please be sure to let them know in advance that they will be receiving this!) They will need to fill out their recommendations by January 17th.
Once you turn in your application, your teachers will be sent an email to fill out a recommendation for you. (Please be sure to let them know in advance that they will be receiving this!) They will need to fill out their recommendations by January 17th.
Can I decide to join ISA after my freshmen year?
Unfortunately, no. Students can only join the ISA program as a rising freshmen at Walton High School.
Unfortunately, no. Students can only join the ISA program as a rising freshmen at Walton High School.
Can anyone join ISA?
There are a few specific requirements for students who are interested in joining ISA.
First, you must currently be taking Spanish 1 (in middle school).
Second, you must complete the application which includes teacher recommendations from your current Spanish, English, and Social Studies teachers. These teachers will need to recommend you for the following courses in 9th grade - Spanish: ISA Spanish 2, English: 9th Grade Honors Literature, and Social Studies: AP Human Geography.
We are looking for students who are passionate about language and humanities and are committed to four years in the ISA program at Walton High School.
There are a few specific requirements for students who are interested in joining ISA.
First, you must currently be taking Spanish 1 (in middle school).
Second, you must complete the application which includes teacher recommendations from your current Spanish, English, and Social Studies teachers. These teachers will need to recommend you for the following courses in 9th grade - Spanish: ISA Spanish 2, English: 9th Grade Honors Literature, and Social Studies: AP Human Geography.
We are looking for students who are passionate about language and humanities and are committed to four years in the ISA program at Walton High School.
Will I have flexibility in choosing my courses in ISA?
The ISA courses for each year are set and unfortunately cannot be changed. Students hoping to be in the ISA program will need to follow the projected curriculum (which can be found under our "About" page). Students do have flexibility in their courses outside of their ISA classes - such as their math, science, and elective options.
The ISA courses for each year are set and unfortunately cannot be changed. Students hoping to be in the ISA program will need to follow the projected curriculum (which can be found under our "About" page). Students do have flexibility in their courses outside of their ISA classes - such as their math, science, and elective options.
What makes ISA different than general Spanish classes at Walton?
The Spanish classes and ISA Spanish classes at Walton are both phenomenal and provide many wonderful options for students who are interested in further pursuing their language studies. ISA courses differ from general Spanish courses at Walton in that the ISA courses go in to more depth of learning. The ISA courses have a big emphasis and focus on speaking, reading, writing, and listening within the language, focusing on language use. The ISA courses also follow curriculum directly from Spain, as the International Spanish Academies are derived directly from the Ministry of Education in Spain.
The Spanish classes and ISA Spanish classes at Walton are both phenomenal and provide many wonderful options for students who are interested in further pursuing their language studies. ISA courses differ from general Spanish courses at Walton in that the ISA courses go in to more depth of learning. The ISA courses have a big emphasis and focus on speaking, reading, writing, and listening within the language, focusing on language use. The ISA courses also follow curriculum directly from Spain, as the International Spanish Academies are derived directly from the Ministry of Education in Spain.
Can I still do extracurriculars while in ISA or is the workload too demanding?
Yes! Almost every student currently in ISA is also involved in an additional extracurricular activity. We have many students who are incredibly successful in sports, music, art, and more. We often feel that having more than one priority helps our students to learn better time management.
Yes! Almost every student currently in ISA is also involved in an additional extracurricular activity. We have many students who are incredibly successful in sports, music, art, and more. We often feel that having more than one priority helps our students to learn better time management.
Am I able to be in ISA if I have never taken any formal Spanish classes?
Unfortunately, no. The program does require that you have previously completed Spanish 1 prior to coming to 9th grade at Walton. All applicants to the ISA program will take ISA Spanish 2 together their freshmen year with their cohort.
Students who take Spanish I online will still be considered during the application process as long as all grades and recommendations are also properly submitted.
Unfortunately, no. The program does require that you have previously completed Spanish 1 prior to coming to 9th grade at Walton. All applicants to the ISA program will take ISA Spanish 2 together their freshmen year with their cohort.
Students who take Spanish I online will still be considered during the application process as long as all grades and recommendations are also properly submitted.
How many students are accepted in to the ISA program and why not more?
We currently accept 25-30 students per class. We have 10 teachers who work with the ISA program and all of these teachers also teach additional courses outside of the ISA program. We also find it works best for the students to feel connected and create a tighter community when they can be together in one cohort class for all of their ISA courses throughout the four years. The program is rigorous and we want to make sure we have our top students as the ones who are admitted.
We currently accept 25-30 students per class. We have 10 teachers who work with the ISA program and all of these teachers also teach additional courses outside of the ISA program. We also find it works best for the students to feel connected and create a tighter community when they can be together in one cohort class for all of their ISA courses throughout the four years. The program is rigorous and we want to make sure we have our top students as the ones who are admitted.