CISL Program

CISL students take a wide range of Advanced and AP courses across all subjects, with specialized opportunities in history, political science, and world languages. Hylton and CISL are proud to be the only school and program in PWCS to offer Italian and Korean, one of two schools to offer Arabic, in addition to Spanish and French.

But CISL is much more than academics! Students can develop their leadership skills through our dedicated student leadership program, participate in global community service projects, join a variety of clubs and activities, and attend international conferences that connect them with ideas and cultures from around the world.

What truly sets CISL apart is its unique international exchange program. As the only specialty program in PWCS to offer full student exchanges, CISL gives students the opportunity to travel abroad, experience different cultures firsthand, and host students from countries across the globe.

Whether you're passionate about languages, interested in global issues, or excited to make connections beyond your community, CISL provides an unforgettable high school experience and prepares you for success in college, future careers, and an increasingly interconnected world.

Join CISL and make the world your classroom! 🌎✨

Application Information

Specialty program applications will be accepted November 2, 2026-February 1, 2027.

Visit the Specialty Programs Application Process website to learn more about the application process.

Join the Specialty Programs Office for their General Information Webinar on October 26, 2026.

Who can apply?

All PWCS rising 9th, 10th, and 11th grade students.

Requirements for Application

Rising 9th Graders:

• Grades: Earning at least Cs or better in all current classes 
• Attendance: In good attendance standing (Definition: not chronically absent, i.e. not missing 10% or more of school)
• Behavior: In good discipline standing; No discipline record in the past 12 months for fighting, vapes, disrespect/classroom disruption, vandalism. No discipline record ever of assault/battery, sexual assault/harassment, arson, weapons, or drugs/alcohol.

Rising 10th and 11th Graders:

• Currently enrolled in at least 2 Advanced courses. Courses can include any Advanced, AP, Cambridge, or IB courses.
• Grades: Earning at least Cs or better in all current classes
• Attendance: In good attendance standing (Definition: not chronically absent, i.e. not missing 10% or more of school)
• Behavior: In good discipline standing; No discipline record in the past 12 months for fighting, vapes, disrespect/classroom disruption, vandalism. No discipline record ever of assault/battery, sexual assault/harassment, arson, weapons, or drugs/alcohol.

Learn More About the CISL Program

Join us for one of our two information sessions at Hylton!

• Tuesday, November 17th, 6:00-8:00pm, Hylton Auditorium
• Tuesday, January 12th, 6:00-8:00pm, Zoom (Details forthcoming!)

Transfer Program

Students participating in this program will transfer to the program location for all courses and activities.

Express bus transportation is available to accepted students living outside the program location boundaries through Specialty Program Transportation.

Specialty program applications will be accepted November 2, 2026 - February 1, 2027.