SCHOOL PROFILE
www.maristasguaynabo.org
2025-2026
CEEB 540795
@maristasguaynabo
AT A GLANCE
Colegio Marista is a co-ed private catholic college prep school, founded in 1964, administered by the religious congregation of the Marist Brothers, a worldwide organization dedicated to the Christian education of youth. The program of studies is outstanding in preparing students to meet the demands of collegelevel academic work. The curriculum is offered in three levels of difficulties: regular, advanced, and advanced (A.P.) placement. The A.P. courses are provided for English, Science, History, Spanish and Calculus. Preeschool 7.1%
Enrollment K-12 Upper School 36.8%
1,327
Staff and Faculty
142
Primary School 27.2% Enrollment K-12
Senior Class 2026 128
Middles School 28.9%
OUR MISSION To form good Christians and virtuous citizens through the Marist charism, integrating values, excellence, and innovation across PK-12. COMMUNITY OVERVIEW Colegio Marista is located on twelve acres of land in metropolitan San Juan, in the suburbs of Guaynabo, a residential area. The students come from families in the middle and upper-income brackets. Their parents hold professional, managerial, and executive positions. SECONDARY SCHOOL FACILITIES High School offers Administrative Offices, Theatre/Performing Arts, Cafeteria, Classrooms, Common areas/courtyards, Gymnasium, First Health Services, Library and Media Center, STEAM Labs, Multipurpose Rooms, Biology, Physics and Chemistry’s Laboratories, Chapel, Indoor court and Soccer field. SIGNATURE PROGRAMS AND ACADEMIC HIGHLIGHTS Marist Future Lab: College & Career Readiness (counseling, pathways, SAT, PSAT/PAA readiness, internships) STEAM & Innovation: Makers/Design Labs; research projects; robotics; coding; competitions Humanities & Global Citizenship- debate /model UN, public speaking, international exchanges. Campus Ministry & Service- Faith formation and community service. Arts-Visual arts, music, theater and media production. Athletics: PRHSAA, LAMEPI
1-787-720-2186
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STAFF AND COUNSELING Brother Carlos R. Vélez Cacho President presidencia@maristasguaynabo.org
Mrs. Gloria García de Jesús Director ggarcia@maristasguaynabo.org Mrs. Nidia Méndez Joy Financial Administrator nmendezjoy@maristasguaynabo.org School Principals Alison Giannotti :Preeschool Iris del Valle :Elementary School Lilybel Román :Middle School Daisy Bonilla :High School dbonilla@maristasguaynabo.org Catholic Faith Brother Carlos. R. Vélez Cacho presidencia@maristasguaynabo.org Registrar Anabel Rivera anrivera@maristasguaynabo.org Counselor (9-10) Mrs. Naidymar Santiago, LPC nsantiago@maristasguaynabo.org College Counselor (11-12) Mrs. Licedia Ojeda Burgos , LPC lojeda@maristasguaynabo.org ACCREDITATION/LICENSING
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Approximately 29% of Upper School students take AP CMG offers a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum. Graduation courses. Total AP courses offered: 20, with honors sections across core disciplines. Typical AP load by grade: requires a minimum of 39.50 credits across the following areas:
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS Subject
Credits
Notes
Theology/Religious Studies
4
15 weeks of service & community engagement
English
4
Regular, Advance, AP Composition, AP Literature
Mathemathics
4
Geometry, Algebra II, Pre-Calculus, Advance Calculus,General College Math, AP Calculus
Science
6
Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Environmental Biology, Int. Human Anatomy-Public Health, and Labs
Social Studies
4
World/US/PR History, Contemporary History
World Languages
7
Spanish, French
Arts/PE/Electives
9
Visual/PErforming Arrts, Technology, Future Lab
Course Weighting & GPA: Regular ( x ), Honors (+0.5), AP (+1.0) on a 4.0 scale (unweighted GPA also reported). Class rank calculation: Class rank is determined based on cumulative weighted Grade Point Average (GPA) at the end of each academic year. Students are ranked in descending order, with the highest GPA earning rank #1
RANK IN CLASS/GRADE POINT AVERAGE
Courses named Advanced, AVLI Advanced count as Honor courses. Honor courses are given one-half the additional numerical value. Advanced Placement courses (A.P.) are given one additional numerical value.
PROGRAM OF STUDY BY AREA Main Courses Ethics G9, G10, G11, G12 Regular and Advanced Spanish in grade levels 7th thru 12 th Regular and Advanced English in grade levels 7 th thru 12 th French on G9 and G10 Regular and Advanced courses on Geometry G9, Algebra IIG10, and Pre-Calculus G11. Regular Course on Calculus G12, AP Calculus G12, Business Math G12, and General College Math G12. Biology & Lab I; Health G9; Chemistry & Lab I; Physics & Lab; Environmental Biology, Intro. to Human Anatomy-Public Health & Lab, Fund on Family Nutrition. World History G9, History of Puerto Rico G10, USA History G11, Contemporary World History G12, Contemporary Puerto Rican History G12, Government and Comparative Politics G12. Physical Education G10, G11 A.P. Courses Advanced Placement (AP) and advanced elective pathways at our school, whether delivered on campus or through the Arrupe Virtual Learning Institute (AVLI), maintain the highest standards of academic rigor and require faculty approval for enrollment. Admission to on-campus AP courses is highly selective and may require entrance examinations and interviews. Through its partnership with AVLI, the school provides qualified students access to a diverse catalog of advanced online coursework that supports specialized academic interests and college readiness. AVLI courses were introduced to the school’s academic program during the current academic year, making this the first year in which students have had access to these offerings as part of their educational experience.
10th Grade: AP Spanish Language and Literature, AVLI AP World History, AVLI European History. (3 courses) 11th Grade: AP English Literature and Composition; AP US History; AVLI AP African American Studies; AVLI AP Computer Science; AVLI AP Environmental Science; AVLI AP Macroeconomics; AVLI AP Microeconomics; AVLI AP Psychology; AVLI AP Statistics; AVLI AP World History; AVLI European History. (11 courses), 12th Grade: AP Biology, AP Calculus, AP Chemistry, AP Comparative Government & Politics, AP Drawing, AP English Language & Composition, AP Physics, AVLI AP African American Studies, AVLI AP Calculus BC, AVLI AP Computer Science, AVLI AP Environmental Science, AVLI AP Macroeconomics, AVLI AP Microeconomics, AVLI AP World History, AVLI European History. (15 courses)
ELECTIVE COURSES 7th & 8th Grades: Archaeology, French, Dance, Ecology, Theatre, Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI), Introduction to 3D Design, Robotics, Game Programming, Web Design, Home Economics, Volleyball, Basic Training Principles, Exercise Physiology, Business Development and Game-Based Learning, Art, Scientific Research, and Music Appreciation & Performance. 9th Grade: Adolescent Health and Nutrition, Advanced Digital Photography, Art, AVLI Computer Development, American Sign Language Lvl 1 and Strategy Games, Basic Math, Basketball, Dance I, Digital Photography,Exercise Physiology, Introductory Programming, Music, Theatre, Volleyball. 10th Grade: Adolescent Health and Nutrition, Advanced Digital Photography, Art, AVLI American Sign Language Levels 1 & 2, AVLI Computer Game Development, Basic Photography, Creative and Oral Expression in Spanish Writing, Dance, Design in 3D, Digital Photography, Drafting My Creation, Innovative Entrepreneurship, Marist Future Lab, Principles of Mechatronics, Python Programming for Beginners, Scientific Research, Statistics and Probability, Theatre, Volleyball II. 11th Grade: Art, Arts and Music Through History, AVLI Accounting, AVLI Advanced Digital Photography, AVLI American Sign Language Levels 1, 2 & 3, AVLI Computer Game Development, AVLI Computer Game Developing, AVLI Digital Photography, AVLI Engineering Principles, AVLI Intro. Biochemistry, AVLI Intro. to Astronomy, AVLI Intro. to Sociology, AVLI Intro. to Veterinary Careers, AVLI Latin 1 & 2, AVLI Law & Society, AVLI Medical Terminology and Careers, AVLI Model UN & International Relations, Competitive Math Preparation, Dance, French, Graphic Design, Human Rights, Innovative Entrepreneurship, Introduction to 3D Printing, Marist Future Lab, Multimedia Management, Music, Scientific Research, Theatre, Volleyball. 12th Grade: AVLI Accounting, AVLI Advanced Digital Photography, AVLI American Sign Language Levels 1, 2 & 3, AVLI Computer Game Development, AVLI Digital Photography, AVLI Engineering Principles, AVLI Intro. Biochemistry, AVLI Intro. to Astronomy, AVLI Intro. to Sociology, AVLI Intro. to Veterinary & Careers, AVLI Latin 1 & 2, AVLI Law & Society, AVLI Medical Terminology and Careers, AVLI Model UN & International Relations, Basketball, Dance, French, Fundamentals of Family Nutrition, Mindfulness, Music, Robotics and Programming, Theatre, Volleyball.
RESULTS & DISTINCTIONS: CLASS OF 2026 NATIONAL HISPANIC RECOGNITION AWARD AP SCHOLAR AWARD AP SCHOLARS W HONORS PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATES PRESIDENTIAL FINALIST BPPR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE AWARD EAGLE SCOUTS GIRL SCOUTS GOLD MEDAL SCHOLARSHIPS AND GRANTS
23 4 6 2 1 3 1 1 7.2MM
COLLEGE ADMISSIONS CLASS OF 2026
100% of our graduate students continue undergraduate studies. The Class of 2026 was admitted to over 130 institutions of higher education in the United States, Puerto Rico, and Spain. These admissions included universities and colleges across 32 U.S. states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and Spain, ranging from highly selective private universities to flagship public institutions and specialized programs.
COLLEGE MATRICULATION LIST FOR THE CLASS OF 2026 58.8% Universidad Ana G. Méndez, UPR Aguadilla, UPR Bayamón, UPR Mayagüez, UPR Río Piedras, Universidad Politécnica de Puerto Rico, Universidad PR Sagrado Corazón 33.9% USA
6.3% Int.
American University, Augustana College, Boston College, Columbia University, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Fashion Institute of Technology, Florida Atlantic University, Florida International University, Florida Polytechnic University, George Washington University, Georgia Institute of Technology, Lees-McRae College, Loyola University New Orleans, New York University, Northeastern University, Pace University, Pennsylvania State University, St. Joseph University, Stetson University, Tulane University, University of Dayton, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, University of Miami, University of Pittsburgh, University of Rhode Island, University of South Florida, University of Tampa, Villanova University IE University, Universidad de Navarra, Universidad Francisco de Vitoria, UAX Mare Nostrum, UAX Madrid )
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
The school offers a wide variety of clubs and extracurricular activities in the following areas: Area
ATHLETICS: INTERSCHOLASTIC SPORTS FOR: Athletics: Interscholastic sports for students, affiliated with the LAMEPI and PRHSAA leagues.
Student Life
Pastoral & Faith-Based
Youth faith based groups K-12
School Newspapers & Publications
School Spirit JuMa Alert Il Giornalino
Honor Societies
JNHS, NHS, SNHS,
GIRLS Model United Nations
Model UN activities and conferences
Languages
Forensics, Spelling Bee, Spanish Spelling, Public Speaking, Reader's Club
Sciences
Society for Geobiospheric Studies, Chemistry Club, Green Island, Explore Club, Science Fair
Mathematics
Math clubs and competitions
Visual & Performing Arts
Fine Arts: Music, Dance, Fashion, Visual Arts
Library & Literature
Library programs and literary clubs
Technology & Robotics
Kids Coding, Robotics, Tech club
Athletics & Sports
Sports teams and athletic programs
Media Lab
Marista News, Dímelo Masaco Podcast, Film Club, La Lectura Podcast( Library)
Scouts
Manada 377 Scouts, Troop 377 Scouts, Girl Scouts Troop 1
Volleyball: Infant, Mini, Junior, JR. Varsity, Varsity Cross Country: Mini, Junior, JR. Varsity, Varsity Basketball: Infantil (mix), Mini, Varsity Beach Tennis: Mini, Junior, JR. Varsity, Varsity Beach Volley: Mini, Junior, JR. Varsity, Varsity Soccer: Infantil (mix), Mini, JR. Varsity, Varsity Golf: Varsity Futsal: Jr. Varsity, Varsity Track & Field: Jr. Varsity, Varsity Tennis and Table Tennis: Varsity Softball: Varsity
BOYS
Volleyball: Infant, Mini, Junior, JR. Varsity, Varsity Cross Country: Mini, Junior, JR. Varsity, Varsity Basketball: Infantil (mix), Mini, Junior, JR. Varsity, Varsity Beach Tennis: Mini, Junior, JR. Varsity, Varsity Beach Volley: Mini, Junior, JR. Varsity, Varsity Soccer: Infantil (mix),Mini, JR. Varsity, Varsity Golf: Mini, Varsity Futsal: Jr. Varsity, Varsity Track & Field: Jr. Varsity, Varsity Tennis and Table Tennis: Varsity 3x3: Jr, Varsity, Varsity Baseball: Varsity
6 2 y e a r s o f M a r i s t p r e s e n c e i n Pu e r t o R i c o . C o l e g i o Marista is part of the Marist Province of Central America and the Caribbean and belongs to the Champagnat Global network, present in over 80 countries worldwide.
Alturas de Torrimar #6 Marcelino Champagnat Guaynabo, Puerto Rico 00969-3251 Phone: (787) 720-2186 Fax:787-720-7020 info.maristas@maristasguaynabo.org www.maristasguaynabo.org