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B- average or better. Courses with a global focus are designated as “G” courses in the course
descriptions.
2. Globally-focused student activities: Students are required to participate in a minimum of one
globally-themed extracurricular activity over at least three years of high school. The time spent
engaging in this activity must equal at least 15 hours across those three years.
3. Global service learning project: Students are required to complete a service project
connected to a global community or to a contemporary global issue. The time spent engaging in
this project must equal at least 20 hours. Upon conclusion of the project, students must submit a
reflection paper or product.
Students who commit to this program will work with an assigned advisor to ensure they are on
track to meet all requirements. Students who successfully meet all requirements will receive a
seal affixed to their diploma, as well as recognition of earning the Certificate of Global
Engagement on their transcript.
Independent Study
Independent study offers students an opportunity to become involved in study beyond the
curriculum to explore a specialized interest area. The procedure to apply for Independent Study
follows:
• Obtain an application for Independent Study from the school counselor
• Find an advisor and develop a project proposal
• Obtain approval from a building administrator
• Return the completed application with the required signatures to the school counselor
A student has the following grading options:
• Letter Grade
• Pass/Fail
• No grade, No credit
Credit(s) will be awarded upon successful completion of the independent study. These credits
cannot be used toward meeting graduation requirements.
Peer Mentoring
The curriculum of the Peer Mentoring program supports the mission of Enfield High School. The
program provides training that focuses on the development of leadership skills and effective
interpersonal skills for mentors to better assist grade 9 students transitioning to high school.
Embedded in the program is training that teaches students to:
• Demonstrate compassion and leadership towards others
• Understand role and responsibility of leadership
• Express and share ideas
• Recognize importance of effective listening and speaking skills
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