2017-2018 High School Current Information Grades 9 to Postgraduate
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2017-2018 High School Current Information Grades 9 to Postgraduate Table of Contents Graduation Requirements 2 Course Offerings 2 Learning Resource Center 3 Global Service Program 3 Advanced Placement 4 International Baccalaureate 4 University Acceptances 2013-2017 5 International University Acceptances 2013-2017 6 Parent and Student References 6 Daily Schedule 7 Weekend Schedule 7 Administration 8 Department Chairs 8 Faculty 8 Calendar back cover Mission Statement TASIS is a family of international schools that welcomes young people from all nationalities to an educational community which fosters a passion for excellence along with mutual respect and understanding. Consistent with the vision of its founder, M. Crist Fleming, TASIS is committed to transmitting the heritage of Western civilization and world cultures: the creations, achievements, traditions, and ideals from the past that offer purpose in the present and hope for the future. Seeking to balance the pursuit of knowledge with the love of wisdom, and promoting the skills of lifelong learning, an appreciation for beauty, and the development of character, each school combines a challenging academic program with opportunities for artistic endeavor, physical activity, and service to others. Believing in the worth of each individual and the importance of enduring relationships, TASIS seeks to embody and instill the values of personal responsibility, civility, compassion, justice, and truth. Graduation Requirements Course Offerings The minimum requirements for graduation are 19 credits For detailed course descriptions, see (1 credit = 120 classroom hours). the High School Course Offerings Book, available on the TASIS website. Students are required to enroll in a minimum of five full- credit courses per year or the equivalent. An alternative English program of studies may be designed for students with Introduction to Literature special talents, interests, or needs. Such a program must World Literature follow established guidelines and requires the approval World Literature Honors of the High School Academic Team. American Literature English/English as an Additional Language (EAL) British Literature Four years of English. All 12th grade students must pass AP English Language and Composition either a 12th grade English course offered by the English AP English Literature and Composition Department or IB English B 2 HL (IB Diploma candidates IB English A Literature 1 and 2 (SL/HL) only) IB English A Language and Literature 1 and 2 (SL/HL) Mathematics Three years of Mathematics, completing through English as an Additional Language Mathematics 3 at a minimum English Grammar and Composition 1 English Grammar and Composition 2 History English Grammar, Composition, and Literature 1 Three years of History, including Modern World History English Grammar, Composition, and Literature 2 and either US History or an IB Group 3 course, and successful completion of the Civic Literacy Exam. IB English B 1 and 2 (HL) Science Three years of Laboratory Science, including one Mathematics physical and one biological science course Mathematics 1 Core Mathematics 2 Core Modern Language Mathematics 3 Core Third-year proficiency in a Modern Language other than Mathematics 4 Core English* that is offered at TASIS Mathematics 1 Extended Mathematics 2 Extended Fine Arts One Fine Arts credit in visual arts, music, or theater Mathematics 1 Advanced Advanced Precalculus Physical Education AP Statistics All students in Grades 9 and 10 are required to take AP Calculus AB Physical Education. AP Calculus BC IB Mathematics 1 and 2 (SL) Senior Humanities IB Mathematics 1 and 2 (HL) Senior Humanities is fulfilled by AP US History, Art History, or, for IB students, Theory of Knowledge. IB Math Studies 1 and 2 (SL) Service Learning History Earn a passing grade in the Global Service Program Ancient & Medieval History each semester enrolled through 11th grade and Modern History participate in at least one global service trip or local service experience. New 12th grade/postgraduate United States History students must also earn passing grades both semesters Art History and participate in a global service trip or local service International Relations experience. United States Government EAL Ancient & Medieval History Academic Travel EAL Modern History Completion of all Academic Travel assignments and obligations AP European History AP United States History Sports and Activities AP Government and Politics Fulfillment of the Sports and Activities requirements AP Art History AP Economics *Native English speakers arriving in Grade 11 are required to demonstrate second-year proficiency in a modern language that IB 20th Century World History 1 and 2 (SL/HL) is taught at TASIS from the introductory level, or to continue on to IB Art History 1 (SL) third-year proficiency if they have a background in Spanish, French, or Italian. Native English speakers arriving in Grades 12 and PG IB Business Management are expected to continue their study of a modern language, or IB Economics 1 and 2 (SL/HL) complete one year of Spanish, French, or Italian. IB Theory of Knowledge 1 and 2 (SL/HL) HS CURRENT INFORMATION 2017-2018 3 Learning Science 9th Grade Biological Sciences Resource Center Physics Please see the TASIS website for information Biology about our accommodations for those with Chemistry learning differences. Ecology Lisa Crandell, B.A., M.S., Ph.D. EAL Biology Learning Resource Center Director AP Biology University of California Los Angeles, Eastern Michigan University, Michigan State University, USA IB Biology 1 and 2 HL AP Physics 1 Mary Baxter, B.A., M.S. IB Physics 1 and 2 (SL/HL) Learning Specialist IB Chemistry 1 and 2 (SL/HL) Brooklyn College, Bank Street College of Education IB Environmental Systems and Societies 1 and 2 (SL) Jaclyn Campenni, B.S., M.A.Ed. Learning Specialist Modern Language Pennsylvania State University, Ashford University, USA Level 1: French, German, Italian, Spanish Claire Thomas, B.Sc., B.Sc., PGCE, PGDip Level 2: French, German, Italian, Spanish; IB ab initio Learning Specialist Year 1 King’s College London, Open University, Goldsmiths, University of Middlesex Level 3: French, German, Italian, Spanish; IB ab initio Year 2; IB Language B SL Year 1 Level 4: French, Italian, German, Spanish; IB Language B Opsahl Global Service SL Year 2; HL Year 1 Level 5: French, Italian, Spanish; IB Language B HL Year 2 Program IB Italian A Literature The Opsahl Global Service Program was IB German A Literature envisioned by Jan Opsahl ’68, who became the IB Russian A Literature first international student at TASIS when he came IB Italian and Russian A: Language and Literature from Norway in 1965. The pioneering program IB Native Language: School-Supported Self-Taught was launched in 2013 with major support from (SSST) A Literature 1 and 2 (SL) a most generous donation from Mr. Opsahl and his family to set up the Global Service Trust. This Trust, along with support from the TASIS 9° Grado - Sezione Italiana / 9th Grade Italian Section* Foundation, makes this incredible, life-changing Lingua Italiana 9 experience for our students possible. Storia Italiana 9 Storia dell’Arte 9 Mission Statement *Required for local residents according to cantonal law. The Opsahl Global Service Program transforms lives by providing every High School student with a unique opportunity to connect across borders Fine Arts – whether geographic, economic, or social – Drawing & Painting through comprehensive experiences that build Advanced Drawing & Painting empathy and encourage personal responsibility. Ceramics & Sculpture The Program awakens students to humanitarian Photography 1 and 2 needs, inspires them to build enduring, mutually- Architecture 1 and 2 beneficial relationships, and leads them toward a Instrumental Ensemble life of active citizenship and committed service. Choir Global Service Program Groups Music Theater Arts Local Community Music Literacy Casa Elisabetta Drama 1 and 2 Intergenerations IB Theatre Arts 1 and 2 Red Cross Refugees IB Visual Arts: Architecture A 1 and 2 (SL/HL) Global Community IB Visual Arts: Photography A 1 and 2 (SL/HL) Cambodia IB Visual Arts: Drawing & Painting A 1 and 2 (SL/HL) Gram Vikas India (gramvikas.org) AP Studio Art: Drawing & Painting Hope and Homes for Children in Romania AP Studio Art: 2D Art & Design: Drawing & Painting Mission Morocco AP Studio Art: Photography Nepal Nuovo Fiore Ethiopia (nuovofioreinafrica.org) Serving Southern Africa Physical Education Understanding Ulgii (Teaching in Mongolia) 9th Grade Physical Education & Health WISER Kenya (wisergirls.org) 10th Grade Physical Education HS CURRENT INFORMATION 2017-2018 4 Advanced Placement • Theory of Knowledge (TOK) – A full-credit course taken over two years, which examines various ways of The Advanced Placement (AP) Program offers qualified knowing and the nature of knowledge. TASIS students the opportunity to take college- • Extended Essay – A 4000-word original research level courses in a high school setting. Students who project in an area of interest chosen by the student. participate in the program can earn college credit • Creativity, Activity and Service (CAS) – service based on their AP exam results. Enrollment in AP learning, sports, and creative activities that fulfill eight courses requires the approval of the Administration and learning outcomes that are completed during the two- Department Chairs. year program. TASIS Advanced Placement Courses Note: minimum prerequisites for entry into the Diploma Program English: