Educational Philosophy: Leadership for the Global Stage
At Global Leadership School (GLS), we believe education must evolve alongside a rapidly shifting world. As a premier private institution in Los Angeles, our philosophy centers on whole-student education—a seamless integration of academic excellence, personal wellbeing, and strategic career leadership.
Transitioning Beyond the Typical Public Model
While traditional public schools often prioritize standardized metrics in large classrooms, GLS offers a sophisticated alternative. We replace large, impersonal tracks with small cohort environments where every student has a personalized growth plan. By merging academics with integrated wellbeing and career design, we prepare leaders, not just test-takers.
Supported by our Four Pillars:
- Global Leadership: Ethical influence and cultural intelligence.
- Academic Excellence: UC A-G approved rigor with design thinking.
- Personalized Learning: Small cohorts tailored to individual growth plans.
- College Support: Strategic roadmaps for elite higher education.
WASC-ACCREDITED & UC A-G APPROVED PRIVATE HIGH SCHOOL
At Global Leadership School (GLS), all Global Leaders (GLs) will be able to do the following:
Critical Thinking
GLs analyze information, evaluate multiple perspectives, and propose well-reasoned solutions.
Creativity
GLs embrace curiosity, take intellectual risks, and develop innovative solutions.
Collaboration
GLs develop teamwork, communication, and leadership skills to effectively engage in academic and professional settings.
Civic & Cultural Commitment
GLs demonstrate a strong sense of civic responsibility, cultural awareness, and personal commitment to academic and community engagement.
Conformity
GLs demonstrate the ability to adapt to new challenges, environments, and expectations while maintaining resilience and discipline.
Future ready curriculum
A learning structure that connects high school to college and the real world.
We offer new subject areas aligned with the College Board's evolving direction, including AP Business & Personal Finance and AP Cybersecurity, along with college-connected programs.
Engineering Track
Delivered through project-based lessons in Python, AI, Robotics, and CAD.
Clubs & EC
Includes Debate/MUN, Hwarang Service, Business Club, STEM Projects, Arts/Media, and more.
USC Dual Enrollment
Strengthens college readiness through university-level coursework and college credit.
Project-Based Learning
Growth is built around competitions, research, presentations, and portfolios.
CTE Pathways
Offers pathways in Business, Health Science, IT/Cybersecurity, and Media/Communication.
Weekly Growth Updates
Provides regular teacher-parent communication and student growth feedback.
College Admission Results
1500
720/ 780
11/ 13
SAT Mean
Students with 3.7-4.0 GPA
Mean EBRW / Math
Notable Acceptances: Harvard, Stanford, MIT, Yale, Princeton, Columbia, UPenn, and more.
College Counseling System
From 9th through 12th grade, a year-by-year strategy for college admission.
9th Grade
Foundation Building
Building study habits, writing, reading, identity, and foundational extracurriculars.
10th Grade
Deepening the Plan
Beginning AP/Honors planning, projects, competitions, service, and leadership.
11th Grade
Setting Direction
Starting testing, major/career exploration, the college list, portfolio, and essays.
12th Grade
Applying & Admission
Supporting applications, recommendations, interviews, decisions, and enrollment.
