Middle & High School Programsat Al Hamraa International Schools

The curriculum in the Diploma Section at AlHamraa International School is based
on the American Curriculum which is applied in both Middle (Grades 6 to 8) and
High School (Grades 9 to 12). Students graduate with the American Diploma certificate.

The American Diploma program is an all English Language international system recognized both nationally and internationally. It allows the implementation of the International Standards of Learning and is considered a rich and bountiful system originating from the diversification of the educational systems existing in the United States of America.

It prepares students for college level work with specific preparation for American Universities worldwide. At Al Hamraa International Schools, Arabic and Religion courses are taken as core subjects with the American Curriculum.

Middle and High School students at Al Hamraa International Schools engaging in collaborative learning within a modern classroom setting

Academic Plan

The courses that make up the curriculum are carefully selected to prepare and strengthen the knowledge and skills of the students by providing the most proven educational strategies and knowledge. An intermediate program for middle school students helps prepare them for high school. In high school, students receive specialized college preparatory courses in English, Mathematics, History, Science, Foreign Language and Elective Courses. All courses are taught using American curriculum Textbooks; the most widely used accredited curricula in the United States. Heavy emphasis is placed on Religion and Arabic to enforce the Islamic and Arab culture of our students.

Program’s Objectives

Middle School Academic Plan (3 Years)

High School Academic Plan (4 Years)

Middle and High School Grading System

Graduation Requirements of Al Hamraa International School

24 credits are required to be completed for a four-year high school program from grade 9 to 12.

In order to ensure that each student fulfills the requirements, Al Hamraa International School has adjusted the classes offered to be above the amount required to cope with the scheduling of Hajj and Spring Breaks.

Electives:

Electives are offered at the High School level. Classes offered may change from one year to the other according to the interest of students and the availability of instructors. Elective courses might include but not limited to Health, Drama, Fashion Design, Photography, Interior Design, Psychology, Journalism, Clay and Sculpturing, Child Development, Research Skills, Robotics, Business Studies and Economics.

N.B: If students are given a choice in a certain year for electives, they may drop or add an elective course no later than 10 days after the beginning of a given term. Students who have added a course must make up for all the missing work within 2 weeks of adding the class. Teachers will complete a subject make-up form and submit the makeup list to the coordinator prior to dispensation. No student is allowed to drop or add a course without submitting a request from their parent(s)/guardian(s) to the Academic Coordinator. Otherwise, if students are not given a choice, all elective courses in a given year are obligatory.

Students’ Evaluation:

Evaluation of students’ progress by faculty members is a continuous process. Teachers use both formative and summative assessment to evaluate students’ achievement. Teachers observe students’ performance while providing daily opportunities for academic growth. Students, in partnership with parents and teachers, must take responsibility for their own academic success.

Parents are informed regularly with all missed or failed quizzed for students on regular basis.

The program offered by Al Hamraa International School is updated and enriched to align with students’ needs in the twenty-first century. Our students enjoy special care as a future leader and preparation for future challenges.

Covered Materials

Physical activity will include lessons from team sports, aerobic sports and adventure outdoor sports. Students could experience activity levels of moderate to high intensity.

Middle & High School

Middle & High School Programsat Al Hamraa International Schools

Electives:

Students’ Evaluation:

Courses Description

English Language Arts

Mathematics

Social Studies

Science

Information Technology

Robotics

French

Physical Education

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