About us?

We are the Thomas Jefferson Campus Guadalajara – Palomar Institute, a bilingual and multicultural school that, beyond the traditional academic system, we train people who will be able to face the challenges of life in the future. We provide comprehensive training that will allow them to become happy and successful human beings.

Project-based learning is an educational strategy that allows students to become active members in the research and solution of problems. The objective is to find answers and solutions through teamwork while at the same time providing space for students to reason, think critically, utilize multiple sources and resources; within that process, students also are simultaneously working to better their skills for oral and written expression.

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PBL

Our Readers/Writers methodology stems from the actual, current reading levels of each student. Reading levels are obtained through individual evaluations and is based on personal progress that students show throughout the school year.

Teachers stimulate effective reading and writing habits by using a variety of resources and strategies that are adequate for their age level and are designed and proven through rigorous academic research.

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Readers and writers

Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics and Sustainability (STEAMS) is a learning model that combines all of these areas of study into one over-arching project or learning plan that allows students to learn through practice and teamwork. The main advantage of this model is that students are better able to develop their skills and competencies through study, practice, and hands-on projects.

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STEAMS

A través de este programa, El Instituto Thomas Jefferson Guadalajara Palomar, ayuda a los alumnos de alta capacidad a transformar sus dones en talentos. El objetivo principal es desarrollar estructuras de pensamiento y habilidades que les permitan poner en marcha su potencial natural como ciudadanos del futuro.

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GIFTED AND TALENTED

Through this program, Instituto Thomas Jefferson Guadalajara Palomar supports gifted, high-achieving students and transform their interests into talents. The main objective of this program is to develop thinking structures and abilities that will allow students to put their natural potential into action as citizens of the future.

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BUDDY EXCHANGE PROGRAMME

The Buddy Exchange Program is a study abroad program that offers students at Instituto Thomas Jefferson the chance to experience life in different parts of the world such as: England, Spain, the United Arab Emirates, United States, Malaysia, Qatar, Costa Rica, and Mexico.

This exchange program provides our students with the enriching, international opportunity to know and live abroad, strengthening the sense of globalism, friendship, and companionship.

TJMUN

TJMUN is a program that allows students to simulate the discussions and works of the United Nations. Students debate recurring themes and real-life problems that have a world-wide impact. In this simulation, students assume the roles of delegates of the United Nations (UN), and while representing a country and the respective posture that country may have toward a certain topic and idea.

This project gives students the chance to learn about the world and its many problems, and to remain informed and aware of what is going on in our country and the world.

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PBL

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Readers and writers

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STEAMS

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GIFTED AND TALENTED

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BUDDY EXCHANGE PROGRAMME

The Buddy Exchange Program is a study abroad program that offers students at Instituto Thomas Jefferson the chance to experience life in different parts of the world such as: England, Spain, the United Arab Emirates, United States, Malaysia, Qatar, Costa Rica, and Mexico.
This exchange program provides our students with the enriching, international opportunity to know and live abroad, strengthening the sense of globalism, friendship, and companionship.

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Why choose ITJ Palomar?

ITJ Palomar is international

We form part of the ISP (International Schools Partnership) network of schools which represents an opportunity to amplify the diversity of intercultural experiences and international collaboration for students. Our partnership creates a new pathway for children and young people to reach their own personal ambitions at a world-wide level. We are happy and ready to chart this path, hand-in-hand with ISP.

100% bilingual learning

100% bilingual learning with ITJ Palomar is international. Classes are presented 80% content in English and 20% in Spanish.

International study plans

The Thomas Jefferson Institute Palomar Campus complies with the program of the Secretary of Public Education and with an international curriculum aligned with the Common Core and AERO Standards, and we are certified by NEASC, ASOMEX and NHS. We also have the Gifted and Talented program for our students.

Learning in today's environment

Our school’s installations facilitate students’ work and independent learning by providing various social environments. Our academic classes are modern, technology-oriented, and dynamic.

Agreements with universities

ITJ students graduate with both a SEP diploma and an International High School Diploma which is valid in the United States and world-wide. Individualization, personalization, and vocational orientation characterize Instituto Thomas Jefferson and provide a process wich allows our graduates to enter universities in Italy, Canada, Argentina, Norway and the United States, as well as other public and private prestigious national institutions.

. We are a learning community

We offer extracurricular classes in which students and parents participate in activities such as languages, art, soccer/football, robotics, volleyball, parkour, and thaeter /drama.

International Learning Opportunities for Students
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Welcome to Instituto Thomas Jefferson Campus Palomar

Instituto Thomas Jefferson-Campus Guadalajara became a reality at the Palomar site over 18 years ago. Our motto of Respect, Self-esteem, and Excellence, became the framework for our Mission Statement and all we do as an educational institution. The ITJ team seeks to provide the highest quality of learning for our students in a safe and joyful environment.

We are proud of our accomplishments, which include International accreditation by NEASC (New England Association of Schools and Colleges), membership in ASOMEX, world-class academic standing, strong supportive programs for both sports and cultural events, and our incorporation into ISP (International Schools Partnership) which provides the opportunities for our students to participate in a global vision and activities.

It is our sincere hope that you will join our prestigious community as we move forward into the future.

Thank you.