Kennebunk Academic Rigor: IB and AP A great place to live Kennebunk High School is a school rich in High School academic tradition. In 2010, the school was honored to present diplomas to the first A great place to learn International Program International Baccalaureate graduates in the Kennebunk High School is a World state of . IB courses are offered in the following subjects: International Baccalaureate school

Biology HL English HL French SL providing a varied and rigorous Economics SL Math HL Math SL Music Physics HL Spanish SL academic and co-curricular program to Visual Arts HL Visual Arts SL 725 students in grades 9-12. Located Preparing responsible, contributing Theory of Knowledge on the Atlantic coastline 30 minutes citizens in a global society. History of America HL south of Portland, ME and 90 minutes Information Technology in a Global Society HL Information Technology in a Global Society SL north of Boston, MA, Kennebunk High School’s students enjoy living and Kennebunk High School also offers Advanced learning in one of the most beautiful Placement courses in the following subjects: and accessible areas of New England. Calculus AB Calculus BC Computer Science English Composition

English Literature US History Studio Art European History Parent-School Connections Probability and Statistics Parents are an important partner in each student’s success at Kennebunk High School. By Students at Kennebunk High School have access logging into our web-based Powerschool portal, to a wide variety of courses through the Virtual parents can check their student’s attendance and High School and early college courses at four classroom progress from anywhere in the world. nearby colleges and universities. School-wide announcements and newsletters are sent to parents electronically using our AlertNow rapid communications system, helping parents to stay informed of important events at KHS.

Student Performance

Over the past five years, KHS students taking Advanced Placement exams have outperformed the U.S. average significantly. Since 2005, 81% of KHS students have scored 3 or better on AP tests, compared to the U.S. average of 58%. KHS students also perform well on the ACT, with 90% of those taking the English Composition test demonstrating readiness for college-level work.

Kennebunk Beyond the Classroom Homestay KHS offers a wide array of athletic and activities programming. Interscholastic sports programs International students are guests of families residing High School include: in our beautiful community – the home of many Soccer talented and accomplished artists, entrepreneurs, International Football Cross Country and leaders in an array of fields, including two former Wrestling Cheering Track and Field Presidents of the United States. Host families are provided with orientation sessions designed to help Skiing each family provide a welcoming and comfortable

environment for their international guest, and

ongoing activities and outings throughout the year ensure that each student enjoys a rich and rewarding New England experience.

Clubs and activities are another great way for KHS International students to enjoy the full experience of KHS. Current offerings include: Contact Information: Book Club Computer Club Film Club KHS International Invisible Children Math Team Mock Trial 87 Fletcher Street Model State Outing Club UNICEF Jazz Band Peer Helpers Improvisation Kennebunk, ME 04043 Dance Team French Club Yearbook Newspaper Theater Interact From KHS To . . . Anywhere Voice: 207-985-1110 Student Council Political Affairs Fashion Club Kennebunk High School graduates attend colleges Radio Club Gay-Straight Alliance and universities throughout the United States, Web: http://www.rsu21.net/khs.shtml Prom Committee Canada, and beyond. In 2010 and 2011, students were accepted at more than 150 schools, including: Email: [email protected] Boston College Bowdoin Brigham Young Carnegie Mellon Colby Endicott George Washington Harvard Hofstra Ithaca Northeastern Providence Rennselaer Polytechnical Rochester Institute of Tech. Saint Anselm Saint Michael’s Seton Hall Skidmore Stonehill Worcester Polytechnical