| In this Section |
|---|
High School – Grades Nine to Twelve
During the high school years students develop the motivation and self-reliance that they will need at college or university and beyond. To this end, we offer a challenging and stimulating curriculum. In grades 11 and 12, most students follow the International Baccalaureate Diploma programme. Ninth and tenth grade students enrol in the following core courses: Mathematics, English, Science, Social Studies, French and/or German and Physical Education. Elective courses include Art, Music, Drama, Communication and Media, and Film Studies.
Information and Communications Technology (ICT) is fully integrated into the curriculum. All students make use of ICT as a fundamental part of their learning and problem solving experiences. Teachers work together to implement technology effectively in order develop information literacy skills that will enhance learning at ISL as well as to prepare students for the technology-related demands found in higher education and in the workplace.
The school maintains a robust technology infrastructure. Every area of the school benefits from Internet access, providing students and faculty with convenient access to on-line learning resources. All faculty and upper school students have school based email accounts as well as folders on the school network for storing their electronic files. Teachers and students exchange assignments and other educational information electronically. The library maintains an on-line catalogue and external periodical subscriptions accessible from school and home. High School Course Offerings
High School Course Offerings
| Grade 9 | Grade 10 |
|---|---|
English 9
Electives: |
English 10
Electives: |
|
Grades 11 and 12 All IB courses are offered at higher and standard levels |
|---|
IB English A1/A2/B
IB History
IB Mathematics Higher Level
IB Biology
IB Art
Theory of Knowledge
Band and/or Chorus |
Students are placed in language classes according to their level of proficiency. Students whose command of English is not yet sufficient for mainstream classes are placed in English as an Additional Language (EAL) classes and EAL support classes. Placement in these classes is based on past performance and teacher recommendations. Several groups within our school's international community organise mother tongue language instruction after school and we encourage students to take advantage of this opportunity when possible.
