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ICES is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting a peaceful world by increasing international awareness and understanding through cultural sharing experiences. As the global community we live in becomes increasingly interdependent and subject to change, today's young people will face numerous challenges on the journey to becoming tomorrow's leaders. We believe the foreign student exchange experience helps young people of all nationalities embrace those challenges and discover new opportunities that will help them dream and achieve more than they ever thought possible. ICES offers young people the adventure of a lifetime - the opportunity to discover themselves by discovering others. Through the process of learning new languages and exploring other countries and cultures, ICES students develop a lifelong love of learning and the skills and knowledge necessary to thrive in and contribute to a society marked by increased diversity. The Host Families and local Area Representatives who facilitate the exchange experience benefit as well. By gaining a new son or daughter, Host Families participate in the evolving process of promoting peace through mutual respect and understanding. Area Representatives become community leaders and local ambassadors by promoting international awareness and expanding the perspectives of those around them.

A 7-12 school with two campuses that champions academic excellence, especially in Math and Science, for underserved students in the cities and towns north of Boston. PCSS I is located in Everett at 51 Summer Street. PCSS II is currently at the old Everett HS and will be move to its home in Saugus during the 13-14 school year when construction is completed at 98 Main Street.

Brickton Montessori: Active Learning For Curious Minds. An exciting new chapter is underway as we prepare to open our beautiful new campus in Des Plaines for the 2026–2027 school year. This purpose-built learning environment will expand opportunities for our students while preserving the warm, connected community that has defined Brickton for more than 40 years. Brickton Montessori School is a fully accredited independent Montessori school, recognized and endorsed through the American Montessori Society (AMS) and the Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS). We provide year-round programs for children from 3 months through 8th grade, fostering curiosity, independence, and a lifelong love of learning. Guided by our mission of active, hands-on education, students thrive in thoughtfully prepared environments with low student-to-teacher ratios, individualized instruction, enriching specialist classes, and a wide range of extracurricular opportunities.