Tuesday, March 31, 2020

Students in Ogden School District Get Ahead with Multiple Advanced Academic Programs

Ogden School District Offers Multiple Educational Programs to Help Students Get Ahead.


The Ogden School District is happy to offer multiple programs for the educational betterment of its students. Staff and teachers place a large emphasis on providing students with multiple opportunities to prepare them for post-secondary education or a career. These programs include:

International Baccalaureate

The International Baccalaureate program (IB) in the Ogden School District is internationally recognized and has uniquely developed over 35 years. The program is available in 138 different countries and gives students the opportunity to challenge themselves with rigorous coursework while earning up to 30 hours in college credit. IB is catered to different student's needs and allows them to gain a competitive edge in future college or career applications.

Concurrent Enrollment

Concurrent enrollment classes are a great option for students who would like to earn high school credit and college credit at the same time. Students in Ogden School District can earn credits at Weber State University at a significantly reduced cost compared to standard tuition. Students can take the actual classes in their high schools from high school instructors certified by WSU.

Advanced Placement (AP) Courses

Advanced placement courses allow students to take on challenging curriculum to earn high school credits and then take a final test to earn college credit for the class as well. Ogden School District offers an extensive list of AP courses and has been recognized on the AP Honor Roll for increasing the number of students taking Advanced Placement courses while also maintaining or increasing exam scores.

Ogden Online

Ogden Online gives students the opportunity to work from anywhere! The district strives to offer excellent online courses so that students have the option to learn in the best environment for them. Ogden Online lets students explore different classes and pathways to graduation.

Spanish Dual-Language Immersion

The Spanish Dual-Language Immersion program in the Ogden School District serves students in grades 1-9. The program helps students to develop bilingual skills in a school environment. Students who participate in the program learn to appreciate new cultures and diversity while gaining a lifelong skill.

Bridge Program - Advanced Language Pathway

The advanced language program is for students participating in the dual immersion programs. Students in the program work on upper-level college language classes in a high school environment. A 3-credit college class is stretched out over the course of a school year for high school students. The curriculum allows students to challenge themselves while learning to develop bilingual and bicultural skills.

CTE Pathways

The CTE Pathways programs give students the chance to get hands-on experience with real careers or fields in their classes. Students can participate in different classes in multiple different areas to gain occupational skills that set them up for success. CTE Pathways show students a clear path to careers or education after high school.

Through these many programs students in the Ogden School District, students can get ahead and stand out to future employers or colleges. To learn more about the different programs available in the district, click here!

About Ogden School District

Established in 1849, Ogden City School District is an inner-city district, enriched by multicultural diversity. Ogden School District is committed to providing safe learning environments that stimulate our students' curiosities, promote continuous improvement, and serve our surrounding communities. We believe that each student has the right to be appropriately challenged through a variety of academic and extra-curricular opportunities, should have access to high quality instruction, and should be supported in their effort to exceed the basic standards.The district strives to provide students and families with programmatic choice through a variety of academic and extra-curricular opportunities.

The Ogden School District consists of thirteen neighborhood elementary schools (K-6), three junior high schools (7-9), two comprehensive high schools (10-12), one alternative high school and one youth-in care school. The district faculty and staff serve approximately 11,500 students and their families. Ogden School District’s vision is to empower excellence through education!

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Company Name: Ogden School District
Contact Person: Jer Bates
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Phone: (801) 737-7300
Address:1950 Monroe Blvd
City: Ogden
State: Utah
Country: United States
Website: https://www.ogdensd.org/