POINT SCHOOL PUERTO RICO
ABOUT US
POINT SCHOOL PUERTO RICO’S
Profile
Young men come to us seeking an exciting learning and adventure-based experience to help them grow in their strengths, self-identity, and self-confidence through cultural immersion.
We provide programming for males ages 18-22 years old with a willingness to participate in an exclusive adventure-based program designed to challenge their vulnerabilities.
At Point School PR, we work with a small community of 6-8 young men at a time in an effort to stay focused on keeping up with each young man’s individualized goals and needs. This tight knit community affords our young adults the opportunity to learn through cultural immersion while building lifelong relationships with their peers. PSPR will consider each case individually during the admissions process. Our decisions are based on the safety and wellness of our clients.
Point School PR is an intentionally small community focused on keeping the milieu positive and healthy. Our individualized program is accessible to any young adult with a willingness to challenge their vulnerabilities and we consider each case individually during the admissions process. Our length of stay is dependent on which phase is chosen.
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Our mission is to provide an exclusive and dynamic gap year program that promotes wellness through an experiential and
adventure-based curriculum.
OUR MISSION
Each young man will experience a broadening of their perspectives on life and self, resulting in increased competency, continuous personal growth, and a successful emergence into adulthood.
OUR vision
LIVING IN
PUERTO RICO
As a commonwealth of the United States, Puerto Rico is an island of rich and expressive beauty and culture. Located in the blue waters of the Caribbean Sea, Puerto Rico is home to a wonderful array of food, music and family customs. Point School students are given the opportunity to immerse themselves in the colorful and vibrant traditions that define the Island. This is an experience that will help shape and inform their lives. It is an unforgettable experience.
Young men at PSPR will engage in excursions into the community for events, festivals, and adventures. Exploring the people, food, customs, and nature of Puerto Rico icluding Spanish language immersion.
THE PEOPLE
Puerto Ricans are citizens of the United States of America, and are best known by their animated speech. Body language is an important form of communication, and using lively hand and facial gestures is not uncommon. They are also known for their warm hospitality and friendly expressions towards strangers. Greetings are often cordial and genuine. Handshakes are appropriate for first introductions, however, close friends and family members always greet one another with a kiss on the cheek.
THE LOCATION
Isabela, where Point School is located, is known as the “Garden of the Northwest” due to its vast landscape of wild flowers. Isabela is a coastal city with a prosperous tourism industry, yet is less trafficked than the larger cities in Puerto Rico. Vacationers and locals alike enjoy the beautiful beaches, outstanding panoramic views and other diverse attractions such as rainforests, rivers, lakes, cordillera mountains, submarine rivers and caves. There are also archaeological sites presenting a rich historical culture.
Traveling to Puerto Rico is similar to visiting any other part of the United States. No passport or travel visa is needed to enter or exit the Island. Valid government-issued form of identification, such as state driver’s licenses are required for travel. If the student does not have a government issued ID card, one will need to be obtained from a State Department of Motor Vehicles prior to the student’s departure.
Cell phone plans, banking services, and prescription medications are seamless when traveling to
Puerto Rico and require no additional arrangements.
Traveling to Puerto Rico
LIFE AT
POINT SCHOOL
Young men come to us seeking an exciting learning and adventure-based experience to help them grow in their strengths, self-identity, and self-confidence through cultural immersion.
We provide programming for males ages 18-22 years old with a willingness to participate in an exclusive adventure-based program designed to challenge their vulnerabilities.
PHASES
Our hybrid model includes the components of a traditional gap year such as cultural immersion, experiential activities, and humanitarian efforts, and also includes additional support in personal development and wellness.
The hybrid model also provides a supportive environment for young men to develop through our adventure based and experiential learning curriculum. Support is delivered by the leadership team that includes our Program Director, Director of Well-Being, and trained mentors.
We achieve our mission through a three phased program intentionally designed to meet the goals of each of young man. Readiness for progression to each stage is decided by the leadership team in conjunction with the individual and family.
DISCOVERY PHASE
Staff Guided
PSPR young men will engage in the VIA Character Strengths Survey. This survey will help them develop awareness of their competencies. The competencies are then implemented through an experiential and adventure-based curriculum. This curriculum affords our young adults the ability to get to know themselves and their relationships with others through a cultural immersion opportunity like no other.
Student Directed-Staff Supported
Our young men will choose individual competency in the areas of adventure, experiential, service and/or academia. An intentional and specific curriculum is crafted to develop oneself in the areas of professional and personal interest. By participating in internship/volunteering, college coursework (if applicable), certifications, and/or experiential trips/activities they will maintain exploration in their personal strengths, self-identity, and motivation through this cultural immersion lifestyle.
LEARNING PHASE
Student Directed-Staff Supported
Our young men will create a long-term action plan based on their strength and skill development for a healthy and intentional transition into their next endeavor.
THRIVING PHASE
EXAMPLE DAILY SCHEDULE
Activity Block, Water/Exercise
Surfing instruction, stand-up paddle-boarding (SUP), hiking, exploring various beaches, bicycle riding, walking etc. Dependent on weather and water conditions.
Scuba/Snorkel
Scuba diving with instructor at local beaches and reefs in order to gain NAUI open water certification. Snorkeling with staff on local reefs and beaches.
Wellness/Life Coaching/Strengths Assessment and Development
Individual and group life coaching. VIA Character Strengths Survey and goal development. Activities and discussions focused around positive self-identity development, building intrinsic motivation, and gaining confidence. Weekly phone and/or email updates to parents if needed.
Exploratory
Academic, Life Skills, & Career Assessments. Career Planning (assignments and resume building), Volunteer activities and events. Online or on campus college course work.
Adventure Trip
Staff and student selection of road trip around the island. Preference to activity/adventure based activities. Waterfalls, caves, rain forest, hiking trails, beach exploration, boat trips, cultural festivals and events. Historic sites, museums, concerts etc.
Spanish Immersion
Direct written and spoken Spanish instruction. Trips and outings to local events and businesses to practice. Other cultural activities intended to strengthen comprehension and practice Spanish.
Brunch/House Cleaning
1x per week group meal and cleaning of house. Laundry, cleaning car and maintaining gear.
Dinner Prep
rotating student and staff prepare dinner. Rotating schedule with students gaining experience in food preparation and planning.
Weekly Planning Meeting
Staff led schedule of the week for each student. Outline activities and schedule. Student maintains individual schedule and schedule board at house is updated. Healthy menu and meal planning including budgets for the week.
Interested in applying?
Reach out to our admissions office to submit an application and be on your journey to a Hybrid Gap Year!
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