A VIDA É DINÂMICA E ESTÁ EM CONSTANTE EVOLUÇÃO. A ESCOLA CONCEPT SE RESERVA O DIREITO DE ATUALIZAR E AJUSTAR ESTAS DIRETRIZES SEMPRE QUE NECESSÁRIO, A FIM DE MELHOR ATENDER À NOSSA COMUNIDADE.
Introduction
What We Value in Co-Curricular Life
How to Start a Club (Step-by-Step Guide)
Ideas for Clubs (Inspiration List)
Expectations for Learner-Led Clubs
The Club Fair
Sports at Concept High School
Current Sports on Offer
A T E S C O L A C O N C E P T
Innovative Global Citizens
At Escola Concept São Paulo, the High School Learning EngineInnovative Global Citizens - extends far beyond academic experiences. Our clubs and activities program supports the growth of learners as collaborators, creators, problem-solvers, and community contributors. In 2026, we are strengthening this program by more intentionally encouraging learner-created and learner-led club, alongside an expanding sports program.
Beginning in February, learners will be invited to submit proposals for new clubs that will meet throughout the year. They will recruit faculty mentors, structure their clubs thoughtfully, appoint officers, design communication channels, and prepare booths for our first-ever Club Fair, where they will introduce their clubs and recruit members. This structure develops initiative, responsibility, collaboration, and creativity—aligned with the four Concept pillars of digital fluency, entrepreneurship, sustainability, and collaboration. Through leadership roles, project planning, community outreach, and digital platforms, learners will bring these pillars to life.
Faculty-led opportunities will also complement learner-led initiatives, ensuring a wide variety of experiences for all. Whether academic, artistic, service-oriented, or simply joyful, clubs and activities help cultivate belonging, purpose, and learner voice within the Concept community. Club Fair
digital fluency, entrepreneurship, sustainability, and collaboration
Our clubs and activities are intentionally designed to strengthen the values at the heart of the Concept Manifesto and the four pillars that guide our learning community.
Clubs provide spaces where learners work together, build friendships, and collaborate toward meaningful goals. Cross-grade interaction, shared leadership roles, and joint projects help cultivate a strong sense of community.
Learners use digital platforms websites, design tools, communication systems, multimedia, and project management apps—to organize, promote, and showcase their club work. Digital fluency becomes a natural part of leadership and expression.
Learner-led clubs embody an entrepreneurial spirit through event planning, project design, risk taking, and creative problem-solving. From pitching club ideas to managing budgets or hosting events, learners apply real-world leadership skills.
Many clubs engage with environmental care, resourcefulness, wellbeing, and habits that promote sustainable futures for the school, the community, and the planet. Sustainability also shapes how clubs design their projects and consider their impact.
Together, these four pillars ensure that co-curricular life at Escola Concept São Paulo is purposeful, inclusive, and aligned with the development of Innovative Global Citizens.
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Think about what you are interested in. Look at the ideas in this booklet. Let your imagination run wild! What would interest you and others and broaden your horizons or allow you to dive more deeply into things you enjoy.
Each club chooses a faculty mentor who provides guidance and helps ensure operations run smoothly (while allowing learners to lead).
In late February, learners complete a short proposal on Google Form generally describing the club’s purpose, goals, meeting schedule, and planned activities along with the name of the sponsor.
Before the Club Fair, learners begin generating interest—speaking with peers, sharing informal announcements, and building excitement for the club’s launch.
Learners create posters, introductory materials, and simple advertising (QR code for example). They design a booth that reflects the club’s purpose and engages potential members.
Clubs appoint learner officers—such as President, Vice-President, Treasurer, Communications Lead, or Project Coordinator—to ensure shared ownership and sustainability.
Clubs outline their activities, meetings, projects, events, or initiatives for the year. This creates a sense of direction and commitment.
Clubs establish a consistent way to reach members - WhatsApp, a Google Site, email, or a simple website - to share updates, schedules, and materials.
Below are innovative examples inspired by leading international schools and global youth organizations ideal models for learner-led clubs at Concept.
Girl Up
Girl Up - A UN Foundation club empowering girls and women through leadership and advocacy.
HeForShe Club
HeForShe Club. - Promoting gender equity through conversation and awareness campaigns.
Eco-Leaders
Eco-Leaders - Sustainability efforts, recycling, biodiversity, and zerowaste projects.
Community Partnerships Club
Community Partnerships Club. - Supporting local organizations through tutoring, drives, or service work.
Startup Club
Pitch nights, product design, and entrepreneurial thinking.
TEDxClub
Learners create and present TED-style talks using the TED-Ed framework.
Innovation Lab Crew
Prototyping challenges, maker projects, and digital tools.
Model United Nations (MUN) -
Model United Nations (MUN). - Diplomacy, global issues, and debate.
Global Affairs Roundtable -
Global Affairs Roundtable - Discussions on international news and culture.
Human Rights Forum -
Human Rights Forum - Awareness campaigns, speakers, and community conversations.
Creative Writing Collective
Poetry, prose, and small publications.
Film Production Club
Short films, editing, and storytelling.
Photography Club
Skills, creativity, photo walks, and exhibitions.
Brazilian Dance Club (or K-pop!)
Learner-led rehearsals and performances.
Drama club
Learner-led rehearsals and performances.
Math Circle / Olympiad Team
Science Research Club
Astronomy & Space Exploration Club
Coding & Game Design Club
Mindfulness & Wellness Club
Meditation, stress management, and wellbeing.
Pride & Allies Club
Inclusion, identity support, and community-building (carefully framed for context).
Board Games & Strategy Club
Culinary Club
Culinary Club – Cooking basics, international cuisine, and nutrition.
Conversation Circles -
English, Portuguese, Spanish, Korean, etc.)
International Food & Culture Club
Book & Café Club - Relaxed discussion and personal reading.
Calculus club
SAT prep
AP tips and strategies
Clubs must be learner-led, with officers guiding direction and activities.
Faculty mentors support but do not run the club.
Maintain clear communication with members.
Share weekly or biweekly reminders and updates.
Provide a simple year-end reflection or summary.
Clubs should plan activities aligned with their mission.
Projects may include service, events, discussions, guest speakers, or creative work.
Clubs should contribute positively to the Concept community.
Clubs welcome all learners who wish to participate (with limited exceptions for competitive teams).
Positive, respectful conduct is expected in all settings.
Introduce clubs to the school community
Recruit members
Celebrate learner leadership and initiative
Booths from all learner- and faculty-led clubs
Posters, materials, and demonstrations
Simple sign-up options (QR code, for example)
Create a booth design that reflects your mission
Use visuals, photos, or small interactive elements
Prepare a short pitch to attract members
Provide easy digital sign-up options
A T C O N C E P T H I G H S C H O O L
At Escola Concept São Paulo, athletics are more than activitiesthey are powerful experiences that shape who our learners become. Through sports, students develop confidence, resilience, discipline, and the joy of pushing their own limits. Every practice and every game invites them to grow not just as athletes but as leaders problem solvers and members of a
Our program empowers learners to explore their passions and build lifelong habits of health and wellbeing. From early years through High School, sports help them discover what their bodies can do, how to work collaboratively, and how to face challenges with courage and determination.
Representing Concept in tournaments and festivals across São Paulo strengthens their sense of identity and pride, while building friendships and memories that last far beyond school.
In High School, students experience true voice and choice. They shape their own athletic journey by choosing among three pathways - Sports and Wellness & Healtht - allowing them to pursue what excites them most and aligns with their goals. Whether they seek high-performance training, personal wellness, or the discipline of combat sports, learners are supported to thrive and take ownership of their growth.
At Concept, athletics are a journey of purpose, discovery, and empowerment - preparing our students not only to compete, but to lead healthy, meaningful, and impactful lives.
Football is one of the strongest cultural symbols in Brazil and a flagship sport within Concept’s athletic program. At school, learners go beyond the basics of the game: they develop refined technical skills, tactical understanding, quick decision-making, and communication under pressure.
Participating in football helps students build resilience, teamwork, emotional regulation, and sportsmanship. As representatives of the school in local leagues and friendly matches, players also learn responsibility, commitment, and pride in their community.
Improves motor coordination, agility, and endurance
Enhances problem-solving and game intelligence
Builds communication and leadership skills
Encourages cooperation and respect for teammates and opponents
Strengthens school identity through competitions and events
Basketball is a fast, high-energy sport that demands quick thinking, controlled movement, and strategic collaboration. At Concept, learners train fundamentals such as dribbling, shooting, defensive positioning, and spatial awareness, gradually progressing to advanced game strategy.
The team environment promotes leadership and autonomy, as students must make rapid decisions and rely on each other to succeed.
Develops agility, coordination, and body control
Strengthens teamwork and trust
Sharpens decision-making under time pressure
Encourages perseverance and resilience
Builds confidence through visible skill progression
Volleyball requires precision, timing, and trust among teammates. At school, learners practice essential skills serving, bumping, setting, and spiking—while also understanding team rotation, positioning, and tactical play.
Because every rally is collaborative, volleyball reinforces habits of communication and mutual support.
Boosts focus, discipline, and reaction speed
Helps develop teamwork and collective responsibility
Encourages rhythm, coordination, and timing
Strengthens emotional resilience through constant transitions between attack and defense
Promotes an inclusive environment where every player contributes to every point
Tchoukball is a unique, non-contact team sport that blends strategy, movement, and collaboration. Growing rapidly in Brazil, it promotes a positive and inclusive culture because its rules emphasize respect, safety, and teamwork above physical dominance.
At Concept, learners engage in dynamic activities that build anticipation, game reading, and coordinated movement, making it accessible and enjoyable for all skill levels.
Encourages cooperation over competition
Reinforces communication and strategic thinking
Provides a safe environment due to its non-contact nature
Enhances motor skills and constant movement
