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American Community Schools

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Middle States Association of Colleges & Schools

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Table of Contents Letter to parents and students..........................................................................................................................3 General Information Student Placement……….…….....................................................................................4 Achievement Levels / ACS Athens Grade Policy...........................................................................................4 Pursuit of Excellence / Requirements for Graduation …................................................................................5 Ninth and Tenth Grade Program…….……………………………………………………………………….6 IB Diploma Program..………………………………………………………………………………………..7 Course Offerings English………………………………………………………………………………………………………8-14 Social Studies. ..............................................................................................................................................15-18 Mathematics..................................................................................................................................................19-23 Computer Technology……...........................................................................................................................24 Science...........................................................................................................................................................25-29 Modern Languages........................................................................................................................................30-34 Greek………………………………………………………………………………………………………..34-36 The Arts….....................................................................................................................................................37 Visual Arts………………………………………………………………………………………………….37-40 Physical Education….....................................................................................................................................40 Optimal Match……………...........................................................................................................................41 Other Courses................................................................................................................................................41-42 Our Mission…

ACS Athens is an international school, embracing American educational philosophy, principles and values.

ACS Athens provides a student-centered environment where individuals excel academically and develop intellectually, socially and ethically to thrive

as healthy, responsible members of global society.

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Spring, 2009 Dear Students and Parents: The faculty and administration of the Academy are pleased to provide the Course Catalog for the 2009-2010 school year. We believe the Academy’s diverse offerings are unparalleled in Greece at the secondary school level. Beginning with the challenging 9th and 10th grade program, the Academy experience provides students the opportunity to receive both an American and an International Baccalaureate Diploma at the end of grade 12. IB Diploma candidates may also work towards earning the equivalency of a Greek high school diploma (apolytirion). As an international school embracing American principles of education, our program strives to maximize the growth of the whole child and to provide equal opportunities for a diverse student body. Our focus is also to encourage multicultural awareness and understanding, as well as to honor the rich culture of our host country. The range of courses offered at the Academy also allows students with varied interests and talents to excel and to continue to grow academically. Courses are offered in all of the traditional academic areas, as well as in the fine arts, computer technology, physical education and health. Optimal Match and ESL support provide more individualized assistance for students who require it for mastery. Taken as a whole, the Academy program offers an exemplary college preparatory experience for all students. The course description booklet is written to assist students and parents in making informed choices for course selections. Courses will run providing the student enrollment is sufficient. Thus, the printed course description is no guarantee that a given course will be scheduled. If a course is cancelled due to low enrollment, or for other reasons, the student will be contacted by the counseling department to make adjustments to his/her program. Please review the following course descriptions and visual representations of Academy offerings. It is of critical importance that you maintain contact with your children’s counselors to ensure that their schedules will satisfy all Academy graduation requirements and also match their special strengths and interests. Extracurricular opportunities -- cultural, academic and athletic -- provide possibilities for students to extend learning beyond the classroom. The Parent-Student Handbook contains descriptions of such activities. The entire Academy staff looks forward to greeting you in September 2009. The Academy Administration, Faculty and Staff

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GENERAL INFORMATION STUDENT PLACEMENT During registration, students are given a list of provisional courses to be offered for the following year(s). Students must secure a teacher recommendation in the form of a signature on their course registration form to enroll in all Academy courses. This recommendation is made based on the student’s current performance in the subject. Except in extraordinary cases, students who have been earning grades less than C will not normally be eligible for reconsideration for admission to honors-level or advanced courses. Prerequisite requirements for specific courses are described in the course descriptions. Should a student not be recommended for a course, and should he/she wish to be reconsidered, the following procedure must be followed:

1. A parent must initiate the request, completing The Request for Reconsideration form available in the Counseling Office and returning it to the counselor by the established deadline. (Forms will not be processed after this time period.)

2. The appropriate teacher(s), Department Chair, and Counselor establish with the student and parent the objectives that must be met during the fourth quarter, for the student’s request to be honored. 3. The student makes an effort to improve performance and meet the criteria during the final quarter. 4. The Counselor gathers the data in June to reassess the student’s request, making a final ruling with the teacher(s), Department Chair, and Principal. 5. Each case will be dealt with individually and placement tests will be scheduled as necessary. ACHIEVEMENT LEVELS Honors Courses are planned for the student who brings extraordinary background and superior motivation to the subject. Honors courses and opportunities to earn honors credit are available in English, Social Studies, Mathematics, Science, Foreign Languages, Arts and Computer technology. Most International Baccalaureate courses are designated as honors level courses. Regular Courses are college preparatory classes planned for the student who brings standard background and motivation to the subject. ACS GRADE POLICY Students who attend school less than four weeks must be awarded a withdrawal grade. The student’s transcript will reflect the withdrawal date, courses in progress, and "NC" to indicate no credit given. Students who attend more than four weeks must be awarded a withdrawal grade. The student’s transcript will reflect the withdrawal date, courses in progress, and "NC" to indicate no credit given. Students who attend more than nine weeks but less than thirteen weeks must be given a withdrawal grade and a semester cumulative grade. The report card will reflect the withdrawal grade and the cumulative grade will be recorded as the semester grade. These grades, if passing, will receive 0.5 credit. Students who attend thirteen weeks will be awarded a withdrawal grade. The student’s transcript will reflect the withdrawal date, course in progress, semester grade and NC to indicate that no credit is to be given second semester. Students who attend more than thirteen weeks but less than twenty-seven weeks will be awarded a quarter grade and a cumulative semester or year’s grade (depending on the course duration). The report card will indicate the quarter grade, and the cumulative semester or year’s grade (grade-to-date) will be recorded on the transcript.

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PURSUIT OF EXCELLENCE While the Academy strives to offer a program of academic excellence, of greater import is the development of respectful, ethical, and self-reliant behaviors. When students join the Academy, they are making a commitment to improving themselves, the school, and the community. The Academy also believes that academic success demonstrates little when achieved at the cost of academic integrity. We are committed, therefore, to the maintenance of ethical standards and behaviors from all the members of our community. The expectation in the Academy is that work on all papers, projects, homework, exams, is original. No matter what pressures are faced from the family, the demands of college admissions, and peers, students are responsible for consistently maintaining originality of work, for documenting all sources, for organizing and preparing well, and for completing assignments on time. Learning support is provided to students through, Counseling, Research Extended Learning, Study Seminar, Learning Center, The Optimal Match and ESL programs. Requirements for Graduation The American Community Schools of Athens will require twenty-six Carnegie Units to be earned over a minimum of eight semesters for the Academy Diploma. These will include the following: 1. Four English credits. Classes are taken each semester in grades 9-12. The following courses or their equivalents must be taken. English 9: Regular or Honors English 10: Regular or Honors English 11: English 11, AP English, Humanities or a year of IB English A1 or English A2 year 1. English 12: English 12 , AP English, Humanities, or a year of IB English A1 or English A2 year 2. 2. Four Social Studies credits. Classes are taken each year, including: European History – grade 9 requirement (Regular or honors credit) American Studies* - grade 10 requirement (Regular or Honors level) Plus two full years of Social Studies classes in grades 11-12. *The U.S. History requirement will be waived for IB Diploma candidates who enter the school in the 11th grade and who take IB History or IB Economics. 3. Three years of Mathematics – including Geometry (It is recommended that students take four years.) 4. Three years of Science (It is recommended that students take four years.) 5. Three semesters of Physical Education. All 9th graders must take Physical Education. A third semester must be taken for graduation, preferably in Grade 10. 6. One semester of Health, preferably in grade 10. 7. Two semesters from the Arts: students may elect courses from either the Visual Arts, The Performing Arts, or Humanities (in grade 10 only). 8. Two semesters of Computer Technology* *The Computer Technology requirement will be waived for IB Diploma candidates who enter the school in 11th grade, but students must pass a computer proficiency examination. One semester’s credit may be earned through the technology component of the tenth grade Research-Extended Learning Seminar/Personal Project. 9. Three Years of Foreign Language: 2 years must be in the same language. (It is recommended that students take 4 years.) 10. The remainder of the credits are to be earned through the various elective courses offered in grades 11-12. * Course Selection: Students in grades 9-10 must elect eight courses per semester, including Academic Advisory. Students in grades 11-12 who are not enrolled in IB Diploma Program or six IB Certificate classes must enroll in eight classes per semester, not including IB Study Seminar, except with Principal’s approval in extraordinary circumstances.

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NINTH AND TENTH GRADE PROGRAM

The grade 9 and 10 program is designed to ensure a smooth transition from middle school to high school study; grounding students in the academic and social skills necessary for a successful high school experience. The program in grades 9 and 10 is designed to prepare students to enter the appropriate program of study (including the IB DP) in grade 11. The student’s intellectual and social development is the focus of the Academy Program. An interdisciplinary inquiry-based approach give the curriculum its core. A central focus of the grade 9 and 10 program are the participation in community and service activities, which is a part of every student’s freshman and sophomore year experience. The grade 9 and 10 Curriculum consists of eight subject groups. Those subjects are required of students during each of the five years of the program. They are: 1. Language A – At ACS, English is taught as Language A. 2. Language B - a modern language learned at school. (Native Greek speakers may study Greek as a second Language A). 3. Social Studies– (European History and American Studies are the 9th and 10th grade Social Studies offerings.) 4. Sciences – biology, chemistry and physics 5. Mathematics – core course including topics on pre-algebra, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, probability, and statistics 6. Arts – art/design, music, drama, and dance/movement 7. Physical Education and Health – wellness and hygiene; individual and team sports; and life-long fitness activities. 8. Technology – the nature, processes and impact of technology; computer and information technology; the design cycle. The student’s educational accomplishments are documented in a Personal Learning Portfolio, which records the skills acquired and results obtained in each academic subject. The portfolio is compiled throughout the two years and completed at end of grade 10. The student’s extended research skills are assessed through an exercise known as the Personal Project, which is completed in Grade 10. Both the Personal Learning Portfolio and the Personal Project are addressed in the grade 9 and 10 Academic Advisory.

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ABOUT THE INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE DIPLOMA PROGRAM (grades 11 - 12)

Each IB diploma candidate studies from six subject groups. Three subjects are studied at the Higher Level and three at the Standard Level. The six subject groups are: 1. Group 1: Language A1 (first or best language) 2. Group 2: Language A2, B or Ab Initio (second language) 3. Group 3: Study of Individuals and Societies 4. Group 4: Experimental Sciences 5. Group 5: Mathematics 6. Group 6: Visual Arts, Theatre Arts or Music (or another group 2, 3, or 4) Three further requirements which contribute to the unique nature of the Diploma are: 1. A Theory of Knowledge class, which unites the various areas of studies and deals with the ways humans perceive the world. This is not intended to be an additional subject of study. It is rather an opportunity for serious reflection about all of an individual’s studies. 2. A 4,000 word extended essay based on original research and chosen by the candidate from one of the six subject groups. 3. Co-curricular activities based on artistic expression, physical activity, and community service. (CAS) On what basis is the Diploma given? In May of each year, students sit for externally moderated examinations which are graded on a 1-7 basis, 7 being the highest mark awarded. Students also complete a number of internally and externally assessed projects, papers, presentations and/or performances in each course. These assessments constitute a percentage of the final IB score in each course. In addition to the points that are awarded for the six examinations, students may receive up to three bonus points for the extended essay and Theory of Knowledge work. A minimum of 24 points is needed to attain the International Baccalaureate Diploma. When do students enter the International Baccalaureate Program? Students enter the program in the 11th grade and continue their studies in the 12th grade. Frequently, they will have participated in honors classes in the 9th and 10th grades, but enrollment in honors classes is not a requirement for participating in the IB program. Any interested, successful and hard-working student who intends to pursue a college or university education can receive an IB Diploma. Students must maintain o good academic record to continue in the IB Diploma Program. Students earning grades of D in two courses at the end of their junior year will not be allowed to remain in the program in grade 12; neither will those who do not complete junior year Extended Essay requirements. Students who enter the IB Diploma Program in grade 12 must complete two full years of study to earn the IB Diploma. There is an additional fee for this program. Must all courses be studied? Students who do not wish to pursue the whole diploma may take IB classes and receive certificates for successful completion of exams. Certificates in higher level courses may also be used for advanced placement at colleges and universities in the US. (It is not recommended that students who are not IB Diploma candidates enroll in second year courses that prepare students for standard level exams.) How does one enroll or get more information about the IB Program at ACS? Parents should call to make an appointment with the Director of IB Diploma and Academy Discipline.

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COURSE OFFERINGS

The y following a course number indicates a year-long course; s indicates a semester course; an H signifies an Honors course. Students must be recommended for an Honors course.

ENGLISH Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12 English 9 English 10 Humanities* Themes in World Literature or or Honors* American or Studies IB I A1 * Humanities * English 9A2 or (ESL) English 10A2 (ESL) IB 1 A2 * IB A1 SL II * Themes in World Literature IB A1 HL II* Speech IB A2 HL II* Speech AP English* *Honors only. Teacher recommendation required. AP English* 1015y English 9 1018y-H English 9 Honors This course focuses on some of the classics in world literature. Students will sample writings from various cultures and periods. An emphasis will be placed on recognition and analysis of the various genres of literature within the framework of universal themes. Within this scope, a humanities-based approach will be taken to stimulate student writing, incorporating art and a historical perspective. Stories, poems, essays, as well as personal responses to the reading will be assigned. An emphasis will be placed on building a collegiate vocabulary and a working knowledge of literary terms. The anthology for this course is The Language of Literature (McDougal Littell, 2006). Additional readings will be assigned, at the discretion of the instructor, from the following syllabus: The Odyssey, To Kill a Mockingbird, Fahrenheit 451, Things Fall Apart, Antigone, and Lord of the Flies. A number of oral presentations and an extensive independent research project are required. Writing skills and grammar concepts will be taught through drafting and revision as well as through SAT preparations materials. The grammar component of this course stresses using correct grammar at the sentence level: eliminating comma splices, fragments, and run-on sentences; avoiding tense and person shifts; and gaining variety in sentence length and structure. Writers’ Inc. is used as reference in matters of usage and style.

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English 9 Honors will follow the same guidelines and objectives as English 9, but with greater demands upon the student with regard to the readings, critical analysis, vocabulary and writing assignments. Students are eligible for English 9 Honors if they have at least a B average (85% or better) AND teacher recommendation. Students considered for this course must display both academic and social maturity. Acceptance into English 9 Honors requires approval of the English teacher and the student’s counselor. Students enrolled in English 9 Honors who receive two quarter grades of less than a C will be subject to review for placement into the regular English 9 program. 1572y English 9 A2 (ESL) English 9A2 is designed for students who have achieved English proficiency but require support in strengthening their English language skills. The goal of the class is to help students achieve academic success in content areas as well as to complete the study of major literary works of the mainstream English 9 curriculum. More specifically, English 9A2 provides an introduction to classic texts from world literature. Students will sample writings by authors of different cultures, genders and periods and will learn to recognize universal themes and analyze various genres of literature within their cultural and global contexts. 1025y English 10 (American Literature) This course focuses on American writings from the age of the Puritans to the modern day. Students will examine techniques and concerns of representative poets, novelists, short story writers, essayists, and playwrights. Students will read from the anthology The Language of Literature, as well as works drawn from: Great American Short Stories, The Crucible, The Great Gatsby, The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, The Red Badge of Courage, The Glass Menagerie, Walden, Death of a Salesman, Our Town, Catcher in the Rye and The Things They Carried. Students will write in a variety of forms in response to issues that arise from the literature. Such forms will include essay, journal writing, poetry, short story, personal narrative, research writing, response writing, and creative writing. Students will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of literary terms by writing a literary analysis of major works. Students will study vocabulary words drawn from the literature. SAT preparation materials are also used in teaching vocabulary, usage and grammar concepts. The study of grammar will focus on developing style within the structure of the paragraph. Students will practice public speaking skills in a variety of ways. These include group discussions, presentations, debate, acting, and reading aloud. Writers Inc. is used as a reference in matters of usage and style. The course curriculum is designed to allow students the opportunity to pursue interdisciplinary study in connection with the Social Studies Department course American Studies 10. Students who enroll in English 10 must also enroll in American Studies 10. 1028y-H English 10 Honors (American Literature)* 1 Honors Language Arts Credit Course Overview: American Studies will fulfill the curriculum goals for Honors Language Arts. Each unit will be based on themes and a series of essential questions that will be posed to the students. This course will challenge students to excel in writing, speaking, and listening as they work in preparation for possible entry into the IB program. Course Goals: Students will draw on content and materials from Language Arts and Humanities to answer the essential questions for each unit. They will integrate the knowledge of history, culture, and political-economic systems in America with the study of literature, language, and writing skills as they explore each of the following themes: Immigration/Colonization, Manifest Destiny, World War I, Roaring 1920s, The Great Depression, World War II, The Cold War, Civil Rights Struggle, and Modern Politics. Students will learn the elements and genres of literature and modes of writing. Listening and speaking skills, vocabulary and grammar will be taught throughout the year. SAT Preparation materials are also used in the teaching of vocabulary, usage and Grammar concepts. Students will read from the anthology The Language of Literature, as well as works drawn from: Great American Short Stories, The Crucible, The Great Gatsby, Pudd’nhead Wilson, The Red Badge of Courage, The Glass Menagerie, Death of a Salesman, The Bean Trees, The Scarlet Letter, A Prayer for Owen Meany, Walden, Our Town, Catcher in the Rye, The Man Who Knew Too Much, and The Things They Carried.

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The course curriculum is designed to allow students the opportunity to pursue interdisciplinary study in connection with the Social Studies Department course American Studies 10 Honors. Students who enroll in English 10 Honors must also enroll in American Studies 10 Honors (course #2012yH). Writers Inc. is used as a reference in matters of usage and style. *Teacher recommendation required. Students are eligible for this course if they have at least a B in English 9. In addition, students enrolled in this course who receive a first quarter grade of less than C will be subject to review for placement into English 10 Regular. 1582y English 10 A2 (ESL) This course is designed for students who have achieved English proficiency but require support in strengthening their English language skills. The goal of the class is to help students achieve academic success in content areas as well as to complete the study of major literary works of the mainstream English 10 curriculum. More specifically, ESL 10 provides an introduction to classic texts from American Literature. Students will sample writings by authors of different regions, genders and periods and will learn to recognize universal themes and analyze various genres of literature within their regional contexts. Students will write in a variety of forms: responses to literature, essays, creative writing, journalistic writing, research paper, comparative commentary. Students will read from the anthology The Language of Literature as well as works from Adventures in American Literature. The course curriculum is designed to allow students the opportunity to pursue interdisciplinary study in connection with the Social Studies Department course American Studies 10. Students who enroll in English 10 A2 (ESL) must also enroll in American Studies 10. Writers Inc. is used as a reference in matters of usage and style. 1560y Fundamental ESL This course is for students who require specific improvement of fundamental English skills which will be necessary for their success as English language learners and as students in regular content classes. The targeted skills will include grammar, speaking, listening, reading, vocabulary, and writing. 1561y ESL Support The students enrolled in this course will receive specific skill instruction linked directly to their English and other content area courses. In addition to lessons that support content classes, targeted skills such as grammar, speaking, listening, reading, vocabulary, and writing will also be addressed. TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) preparation skills will be practiced in all A2 and ESL courses. 1019y Themes in World Literature This two year college preparatory course in English for eleventh and twelfth graders focuses on themes in world literature. Students will explore a variety of literary periods and genres, including Shakespearean plays, several novels, and a variety of short stories, selections from modern poetry, contemporary essays and media. Students will read from the anthology The Language of Literature: World Literature. Additional reading will be assigned from the following titles: Ethan Frome, Jack Fruciante Has Left the Band, Oedipus Rex, A Farewell to Arms, I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings, Other Voices, Other Vistas: A Selection of Short Stories, Siddhartha, Othello and A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Examples of media studied are television, radio, the Internet, as well as newspapers, magazines, and film. Students will write informal journal responses to the literature, formal essays on literary themes, commentaries on literary style, and the college essay. Oral assignments will include panel discussions, dramatizations, and individual and group presentations based on the course readings. Through reading, discussing, and writing about the literature, students will be expected to expand their vocabulary and understanding of literary technique; through media literacy students will be expected to select, to challenge and question, and to use media actively and consciously for personal enrichment. Writing skills and grammar concepts will be taught through drafting and revision of essays and commentaries and through SAT Preparation material. Writers Inc. is used as a reference in matters of usage and style.

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1035s Speech This course is geared towards developing confidence and competence in the fundamentals of voice and diction needed for effective oral expression. The course will help students develop public speaking skills as well as prepare them for college and work interviews, and work in drama and theater arts. Through a variety of activities (such as impromptu and informative speeches, oratory, group discussion, oral interpretation of literature, duet acting, and non-verbal communication), students gain poise and self-confidence in front of an audience. Special attention is given to quality of both content and delivery, as well as to listening skills. The text for this course is Getting Started in Public Speaking. Students will prepare one piece of tournament quality for possible entry in the annual Pan-Hellenic Forensics Competition. With instructor’s permission, students may elect a second semester of advanced speech. 1038s Advanced Speech This course is a semester elective for students who have completed Speech 1035s, and focuses on developing competence and confidence in Public Speaking. Emphasis is on competitive public speaking, and students will prepare for events and activities such as Forensics (Debate, Impromptu Speaking, Oral Interpretation of Literature, Extemporaneous Speaking, Duet Acting, Original Oratory and Group Discussion), Model United Nations, UNESCO, and Student Government. Special attention is given to research methods, speech construction and development, vocal techniques, platform behavior, and the techniques of persuasive speaking. Students will prepare and polish speeches of tournament quality in at least two competitive speech activities and will be expected to participate in the Pan-Hellenic Forensics Competition and/or Model United Nations. Prerequisite: Passing grade in Speech or permission from the instructor. ENGLISH HONORS COURSES FOR STUDENTS IN GRADES 11-12 1098y-H Advanced Placement – English Literature and Composition The purpose of the AP English Literature and Composition course is to foster and hone analytical thinking and writing to prepare you for the academic rigor of university courses. The development of reading and writing skills is central to the course and will be worked on through the exploration of texts from various literary eras, traditions, and genres. Units will be divided thematically as we explore the universality of human experience and thought through a variety of genres. Readings include: Selections from the Norton Introduction to Literature (9th edition), Great Expectations, Beloved, The Sun Also Rises, Pride and Prejudice, Atonement, The Awakening, The Dispossessed, The Road, short stories, poetry and a minimum of four independent novels during the year. This course is for students in grades 11 and 12. Prerequisite is a B average (85% or better) in English 10, English 10 Honors, Humanities or permission of the instructor. Students taking this course will be required to purchase and read one or more assigned texts during the summer. They are expected to purchase all literary texts to facilitate their preparation for the AP examination at the end of the course. 1092y-H English IB A1 (Year One) This is the first year of a two-year program preparing 11th and 12th graders to take the International Baccalaureate examination at either the Standard or the Higher Level. In this year of the course candidates for either examination will follow the same curriculum, engaging in critical reading, discussion, and written analysis of a prescribed syllabus of works of acknowledged literary merit. The syllabus in this first year deals with two themes, the first being The Search for Meaning, as illustrated by Dostoevsky’s Crime and Punishment, Hesse’s Siddhartha, and Camus’ The Stranger. The second theme is Women and Society, as illustrated by Atwood’s The Handmaid’s Tale, Esquivel’s Like Water for Chocolate, Rhys’s Wide Sargasso Sea, and Williams’ The Glass Menagerie. Shakespeare’s Macbeth will be read for detailed study.

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Students will also use the textbook Sound and Sense and English for the IB Diploma in order to develop skills in analyzing and commenting on poetry and prose. IB evaluation will be based on essays, written and oral commentaries, and oral presentations. Students taking this course will be required to purchase and read one or more assigned texts during the summer before their Junior year. They are expected to purchase all texts to facilitate their preparation for the examination at the end of the two-year course. The prerequisite for English IB A1Year1 is a B average (85% or better) AND teacher recommendation from a regular or honors course. Students considered for this course must display both academic and social maturity. 1088y-H English IB A1 (Year Two- Standard Level) This is the second year of the two-year International Baccalaureate Program for students wishing to take the IB A1 examination at the Standard Level. Students will continue to build on skills of critical reading, with both written and oral analysis and interpretation, in preparation for the externally assessed examination which they are expected to take at the end of the course. The curriculum for the written examination focuses on “Prose: The Novel and the Short Story”, as illustrated by Conrad’s The Heart of Darkness, Kafka’s Metamorphosis and Wilde’s The Picture of Dorian Gray. It includes the following work for detailed study: Shakespeare’s Macbeth and selected poems of Whitman and Frost. The oral assessment component of the two-year program will be completed through the formal oral commentary. Students taking this course are required to purchase and read one or more assigned texts during the summer before their senior year. They are expected to purchase all texts to facilitate their preparation for the examination at the end of the two-year course. The prerequisite for IB A1Year Two Standard Level is successful completion of English IB A1 Year One AND teacher recommendation. Note: If a student fails the June mock exam and is not a full IB student, s/he cannot enter year 2 of the class. S/he can enter the first year of another class for ACS Athens credit. If a student fails to achieve a score of 4 or above on the June mock exam, Full IB status may be withdrawn taking into account performance in other courses. 1093y-H English IB A1 (Year Two - Higher Level) This is the second year of the two-year International Baccalaureate Program for students wishing to take the IB AI examination at the Higher Level. The course will continue to build on skills of literary analysis and written and oral commentary in preparation for the externally assessed examination which students are expected to take at the end of the course. The curriculum focuses on “Prose: The Novel and Short Story,” as illustrated by Morrison’s Song of Solomon, Bronte’s Wuthering Heights, Joyce’s A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man, and Marquez’s One Hundred Years of Solitude. Poetry of Donne, Keats, and Yeats will be read for detailed study. Students will also read selections from Faulkner’s short stories and James’ Turn of the Screw. Students taking this course are required to purchase and read several assigned texts during the summer before their senior year. They are expected to purchase all texts to facilitate their preparation for the examination at the end of the two-year course. Note: If a student fails the June mock exam and is not a full IB student, s/he cannot enter year 2 of the class. S/he can enter the first year of another class for ACS Athens credit. To register for high level exams an IB score of 5 or better on the June mock exam is required. If a student fails to achieve a score of 4 or above on the June mock exam, Full IB status may be withdrawn taking into account performance in other courses.

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1080y-H English IB A2 (Year One) This is the first year of a two-year program that prepares 11th graders to take the International Baccalaureate A2 examination at the Higher Level. English IB A2 is designed for non-native speakers of English who already have a high level of competence in the language. The syllabus comprises four units of study over one year. The course will include a Literary Option and a Topic Option. Works read for the Literary Option in the first year are: Woman Warrior (Kingston), Cry, the Beloved Country (Paton), Homeland and Other Stories (Kingsolver), and Raisin in the Sun (Hansberry). The Topic Option for this first year of the course is Social Issues, and it focuses on such themes as discrimination, stereotypes and prejudice. Sources include short stories, speeches, and poetry by writers such as Walker, Friedan, Baldwin, Hughes, Whitman, King, and Wright, as well as magazine and newspaper articles relating to the themes of these writers. Evaluation will be based on essays, written and oral commentaries, and oral presentations. Students taking this course will be required to purchase and read one or more assigned texts during the summer before their junior year. They are expected to purchase all literary texts to facilitate in their preparation for the examination at the end of the two-year course. Note: If a student fails the June mock exam and is not a full IB student, s/he cannot enter year 2 of the class. S/he can enter the first year of another class for ACS Athens credit. To register for high level exams an IB score of 5 or better on the June mock exam is required. Otherwise the student must choose the standard level exam option. If a student fails to achieve a score of 4 or above on the June mock exam, Full IB status may be withdrawn taking into account performance in other courses. 1081y-H English IB A2 (Year 2) This is the second year of the two-year International Baccalaureate Program for students wishing to take the IB A2 examination at the Higher Level. The English IB A2 course is primarily for bilingual students who have a high level of fluency in English. The course balances four units of study over one year. The course includes a Literary Option and a Topic Option. Works read for the Literary Option in the second year are: Ethan Frome (Wharton), Othello (Shakespeare), and The Glass Menagerie (Williams). The Topic Option for the second year is Media and Culture and examines the following issues: freedom and censorship, the role of violence, the ethics of advertising, language and manipulation. In this study the following media are looked at: television, the press, advertising and multimedia. Internal evaluation will be based on essays, written and oral commentaries, oral presentations, an oral exam, and a mid-year IB mock exam. External evaluation will be based on two written tasks, an oral examination, a comparative commentary (Paper 1), and an essay (Paper 2). English IB A2 is challenging in terms of the thought processes, dedication, and innovation required of the students. The media and social issues, in connection with the literature, provide material which is of high interest, and encourage interesting debates and discussion among the students who take this course. Students taking this course will be required to purchase and read one or more assigned texts during the summer before their senior year. They are expected to purchase all literary texts to facilitate their preparation for the examination at the end of the two-year course. Note: If a student fails the June mock exam and is not a full IB student, s/he cannot enter year 2 of the class. S/he can enter the first year of another class for ACS Athens credit. To register for high level exams an IB score of 5 or better on the June mock exam is required. Otherwise the student must choose the standard level exam option. If a student fails to achieve a score of 4 or above on the June mock exam, Full IB status may be withdrawn taking into account performance in other courses.

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1048y-H Humanities (English Honors Credit) This interdisciplinary course focuses on particular historical periods, such as Classical Greece, Byzantium, the Renaissance, Nineteenth and Twentieth Century Europe. Each period is studied through the great works that it produced and the people who produced them. Literature, art, music, history and philosophy are studied with concern for the great themes that surface repeatedly: What is it that makes us human? How can we live a good life? How do humans relate to their gods? What is a just society? Humanities is a two-year course. A student may take one or both years of the two-year cycle and may choose to receive either English credit, Social Studies credit, or Fine Arts Credit. Students enrolling in the course should possess strong writing skills, critical reading skills and analytic thinking skills. A unique feature of the course is the opportunity for extensive field study both within and outside of Greece. Reading selections include: The Bacchae, The Greeks, Civilization, The Story of Art, The Social Contract, Candide, Heart of Darkness, Waiting for Godot, Walden, Canterbury Tales, Renaissance Reader, The Prince, Utopia, Communist Manifesto, A Man for All Seasons, Hamlet, poetry of Wordsworth and Yeats, Fall of Constantinople, Byzantine Style and Civilization, and selections from Sartre and Camus. This course is for students in grades 11 and 12. Prerequisite is a B average (85% or better) in English and Social Studies or permission of the instructors. * Grade 10 students may fulfill Arts credit by enrolling in Humanities.

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Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12 European American IB Economics I* IB Economics II * History Studies or or European American IB History I * IB History II* History Studies Honors Honors Credit IB Psychology I* IB Psychology II* Humanities * Humanities * . Social Science or Social Science or History Elective History Elective AP Art History *Honors only. Teacher recommendation required. 2016y European History 2019y-H European History (Honors credit) The course is organized as a thematic study of the history and culture of modern Europe. Beginning with a unit on the methods of historical study, students apply the skills they have gained to explore four essential questions that have been important in shaping the modern world: How did Europe begin to interact with the wider world? What is revolution and is there a pattern to revolutions? How did nationalism and imperialism serve as significant forces in the development of European states and empires? What were the causes of war and peace in the 20th century? The five themes of geography (location, place, relationships within places, movement, and regions ) are integrated within the course and will also be studied in depth using case studies. Students who want to study history at the IB level are encouraged to take the course for honors credit. They may do so with the recommendation of their grade 8 teacher. European History is required of all students in grade 9. 2011y-H American Studies 10 Honors* (“The Combo!”) Course Overview: American Studies fulfills the curriculum goals for Honors Social Studies. The course is interdisciplinary and team taught with grade 10 English. The course is based on themes of American studies and a series of essential questions that will be posed to the students. This course will challenge students to excel in writing, speaking, and listening as they work within the Areas of Interaction, and prepare for possible entry into the IB program or Humanities Honors. Course Goals: Students will utilize content, and materials, from several disciplines, to answer the essential questions for each unit, and to apply them to the Areas of Interaction. Students will integrate the knowledge of history, culture, and political-economic systems in America, with the language, and writing skills in each of the following units: Immigration/Colonization, Manifest Destiny, World War I, Roaring 1920s, The Great Depression, World War II, The Cold War, Civil Rights Struggle, and Modern Politics. American Studies is required of all students in the 10th grade. Teacher Recommendation required. *The course curriculum has been designed to allow students to pursue interdisciplinary study in connection with the English Department course English 10 Honors (American Literature). Students enrolled in this course must also enroll in English 10 Honors (American Literature), course 1024-y-H.

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2009y American Studies Course Overview: American Studies fulfills the minimum curriculum requirements for sophomore level social studies. This course will challenge students to excel in writing, speaking, and listening as they work within the Areas of Interaction. Course Goals: Students will work through each unit while applying the given themes within an historical, political, economic, and sociological context. The Units of study will include the following themes: Colonization, Immigration, American Expansion, Manifest Destiny, World War I, The Roaring 1920s, The Great Depression, World War II, The Cold War, The Civil Rights Struggle, and Modern Political Issues. Students will be assessed for understanding for each of the essential questions and specific content presented in class. Active participation will be required by each student. Listening and speaking skills, vocabulary and writing will also be taught throughout the year. American Studies is required of all students in the 10th grade. 2013y Topics in Modern History This college preparatory course examines the major forces, events, and political leaders of the twentieth century. The emphasis of the course will be on identifying, examining, and attempting to understand the underlying philosophical, ideological, historic, economic, and social underpinnings, which have shaped this century. To help prepare students to be informed and active citizens in the contemporary world, current issues will be explored through class discussions, group analysis and individual study. Social Studies elective for students in grades 11-12 (Only offered 2010-2011, 2012-2013) 2061y Social Science: Sociology and Psychology This year long elective course begins with a general study of the methods of inquiry used by social scientists. The first semester focuses on Sociology and the second semester on Psychology. The first semester course introduces the student to basic sociological concepts such as socialization, social institutions, and social changes and is organized to provide a general understanding of the subject of sociology and the role society plays in shaping the individual. As an introduction to psychology, the second semester is designed to expose students to the various areas of psychological study. General areas of study include human growth and development, understanding of human behavior, learning and thinking, awareness, emotions and motives, conflicts and adjustments, as well as social behavior. Social Studies elective for students in grades 11-12. (Only offered 2009-2010, 2011-2012) 2700y-H Economics IB 1 2701y-H Economics IB 2 (HL/SL) IB Economics is offered to students who wish to take the IB Economics (Standard or Higher Level) or the AP (Microeconomics and /or Macroeconomics) examination. Students wishing to sit either examination must follow the two-year course of study. IB Economics may be taken instead of History as a Group Three subject for the IB Diploma and has an internal assessment as a compulsory component for the student’s portfolio, consisting of eight commentaries on current affairs in economics. The structure of the course is carefully designed to maximize student learning and performance. The course is divided into four broad sections, coinciding with the school semesters. Prerequisite: A minimum grade of B in grade 10 English, history, and mathematics. Because this is a college-level course, the prerequisite will be strictly adhered to, so that students have the skills necessary to meet the high demands of the course. IB Diploma Candidates have priority. Certificate candidates who earn below a C at the end of the first year may not enroll for the second year course. Prerequisite: A minimum grade of B in grade 10 English, history, and mathematics. Because this is a college-level course, the prerequisite will be strictly adhered to, so that students have the skills necessary to meet the high demands of the course. IB Diploma Candidates have priority. Note: If a student fails the June mock exam in any IB course and is not a full IB student, s/he cannot enter year 2 of the same IB class. S/he can enter the first year of another class for ACS Athens credit. If a student fails the June IB mock exam in any IB course and is a full IB student, the following applies: To register for high level exams an IB score of 5 or better on the fall mock exam is required. Otherwise the student must choose the standard level exam option. If a student fails to achieve a score of 4 or above on the fall mock exam, Full IB status may be withdrawn taking into account performance in other courses.

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2056y Business Economics The goals of the course are to lead students to understand what a business is and the challenges businesses face, to learn the basics of business operations and to develop the skills to evaluate whether a business is or has the potential to become successful. In short, the course places each student in the role of entrepreneur. Each member of the class will choose a specific product or service to produce or sell and will be asked prepare the ground work to start his/her own business. Students are expected to plan their business activity thoroughly through a series of stages and to prepare a full business plan. In the process, they will not only learn the benefit of proper planning of an entrepreneur, but they will also develop a better understanding of the market environment and the social, ethical and environmental issues that affect it. Social Studies elective for students in grades 11-12. 2080y-H History IB 1 IB History is a two-year course in Modern World History. In the first year students both HL and SL students will cover Option 5: Aspects of the history of Europe and the Middle East. This option covers major trends in Europe and the Middle East in the period from the mid 18th century to the end of the 20th century. Major developments include revolutions; the decline of empires and the establishments of nation states; political, social and economic reforms; causes, practices and effects of war. Although the focus is on major countries, developments in other states can be studied through case studies. Topics to be studied in depth are: The French Revolution and Napoleon-mid 18th century to 1815, Unification of Germany and Italy 1815-90, the First World War, and War and change in the Middle East 1914-49, including the Arab-Israeli conflict 1945-79. Prerequisite: At least 11th grade standing with an overall average of B or better in previous Social Studies courses. 2088y-H History IB 2 (HL/SL) 2088-yH History IB 2 (HL/SL) The focus of the second year of IB History (SL & HL) is on Route 2 topics from the IB Syllabus. Students will continue their study of Topic 1: Causes, practices and effects of wars, selecting two regions for detailed study, as outlined by the IB. The course will also include Topic 3: the origins, nature and establishment of authoritarian and single-party states, and domestic policies and impact of dictatorships. Students at both the standard and higher level are required to complete an independently initiated research project which is internally assessed (Guided Course Work). Special attention is given to preparation for the IB examination in May, which consists of a document-based paper and two essay papers. Note: If a student fails the June mock exam in any IB course and is not a full IB student, s/he cannot enter year 2 of the same IB class. S/he can enter the first year of another class for ACS Athens credit. If a student fails the June IB mock exam in any IB course and is a full IB student, the following applies: To register for high level exams an IB score of 5 or better on the fall mock exam is required. Otherwise the student must choose the standard level exam option. If a student fails to achieve a score of 4 or above on the fall mock exam, Full IB status may be withdrawn taking into account performance in other courses. 2064y-H Psychology IB I 2069y-H Psychology IB II (HL/SL) Standard Level - This is a two-year course covering the three areas of (neuro) biological, cognitive, and learning psychological perspectives, to prepare for Paper One. One of seven options is individually prepared for Paper two. Each student must partially replicate a simple experiment which will require 15 hours working under the instructor’s guidance. The results, including descriptive statistics, are submitted in a report of 1000 to 1500 words which make up the internal assessment. Higher Level – In addition to the 3 perspectives studied for standard level, the humanistic one is also included for Paper One. Two of the seven options are individually prepared for Paper Two. Research methods are tested in Paper Three. The experimental study needs 25 hours and includes inferential statistics and qualitative research methods as well, in a 1500-2000 word report. 240 instructional hours. Prerequisite: A grade of B or better in English and Social Studies and teacher recommendation. Note: If a student fails the June mock exam in any IB course and is not a full IB student, s/he cannot enter year 2 of the same IB class. S/he can enter the first year of another class for ACS Athens credit.

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If a student fails the June IB mock exam in any IB course and is a full IB student, the following applies: To register for high level exams an IB score of 5 or better on the fall mock exam is required. Otherwise the student must choose the standard level exam option. If a student fails to achieve a score of 4 or above on the fall mock exam, Full IB status may be withdrawn taking into account performance in other courses.

2090y-H AP Art History This advanced course is to prepare students for the AP Art History Exam. By covering art through the ages from Paleolithic to Postmodernism, students are given the core foundation of art and its history and a look at both western and non western art. The course has been divided chronologically and distributed through three academic semesters. The divisions are as follows: Paleolithic through Roman art, Early Christian to Baroque Art and Neoclassicism to Postmodernism. The key goals emphasized are the following: 1.) Students will learn the art historical jargon and how to apply it appropriately when discussing works of art. 2.) They will learn to look at art from a scholarly point of view- approaching the analysis of works with the knowledge and technique they will have been taught. 3.) Students will acquire not only an appreciation for the arts of other cultures, but also the skill to detect attributes of a culture by observing its artifacts. 4.) They will come to understand that the study of art history is not relegated merely to art, but that it offers a much broader perspective of history and literature among other things. Finally, students will be encouraged and inspired to travel in pursuit of observing the art they have covered in depth. Besides being a cultural learning experience in itself, travel will provide them with the opportunity to round out their study by observing the art firsthand. This is a college-level course that requires great discipline and commitment, as well as a genuine interest in the subject area. Students enrolling in the course should possess strong writing and reading skills and be able to think analytically. Prerequisite: A minimum grade of B in grade 10 or 11 History and English. Teacher recommendation. 2048y-H Humanities (Social Studies Honors Credit) This interdisciplinary course is for students in grades 10, 11, 12. Enrollment is limited and subject to permission of the instructors. Humanities may be taken for either Social Studies or English credit. This honors-level course focuses on particular historical periods, such as classical Greece, Byzantium, the Renaissance, the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries. Each period is studied through the great works that it produced and the people who produced them. Literature, art, music, history and philosophy are studied with concern for the great themes that surface repeatedly: What is it that makes us human? How can we live a good life? How does man relate to his gods? What is a just society? Humanities is a two-year course. A student may take one or both years of the two-year cycle and may choose to receive either English credit or Social Studies credit. Students enrolling in the course should possess strong writing skills, critical reading skills and analytic thinking skills. A unique feature of the course is the opportunity for extensive field study in and out of Greece. Reading selections include: The Bacchae, The Greeks, Civilization, The Story of Art, The Social Contract, Candide, Heart of Darkness, Waiting for Godot, Walden, Canterbury Tales, Renaissance Reader, The Prince, Utopia, A Man for All Seasons, and Hamlet, The Story of Art, The Communist Manifesto, The Fall of Constantinople, Byzantine Style and Civilization, poetry of Wordsworth and Yeats, and selections from Sartre and Camus. Prerequisite: Grade of B or better in Social Studies and English or permission of the instructors. *Grade 10 students may fulfill Fine Arts credit by enrolling in Humanities.

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MATHEMATICS

A prerequisite for all mathematics courses is the recommendation of the teacher. The department chairperson will be consulted along with the teacher, if necessary. It is required that a final grade of B be attained in any Honors course in order to continue in a successive Honors course. All high school math students are required to have a graphic calculator. The Math Department recommends the Casio FX 9860.

Advanced Math 6

Advanced Math 8 (Algebra)

Advanced Math 7 (Pre-Algebra )

Geometry Honors

Algebra II & Trigonometry Honors

Math 6 Fundamental Math 6

Math 7

Fundamental Math 8th Pre-Algebra

Algebra I Pre-Algebra

Algebra I

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Geometry

Fundamental Math 7th

Middle School Grades 6-8

Standard Level Fundamental Level Advanced Level

Academy Grades 9-12

Advanced Level Standard Level Fundamental Level

Geometry

Integrated Math

Integrated Math

PreCalculus

IB Math HL2 AP Calculus

Algebra II Trigonometry

Integrated Math

PreCalculus IB Math Studies 1 Math Applications IB Math SL1

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NOTE: * Some students may be recommended by their teacher to double up in mathematics in the 10th grade (i.e. taking Geometry and Algebra II the same year). In order for a student to do this, he/she MUST have: 1. An A average all year in Algebra I and 2. Recommendation from his/her teacher and the math department chair. Students who double up in grade 10 must complete Art / Health elective in grade 11 or 12. 3. The only IB courses in the Mathematics Department that earn honors credit are: Mathematics IB Higher Level I, Mathematics IB Higher Level II, Mathematics IB Standard Level II. 3021y Pre-Algebra This course further develops computational skills and introduces more advanced topics such as number theory, linear equations, elements of plane and solid geometry, and probability. The students are expected to develop problem solving and estimation skills. Use of calculators is developed throughout. Prerequisite: Successful Completion of Fundamental Math 8 in the Middle School or equivalent. 3026y Algebra 1 This course is a formal introduction to Algebra and teaches students about the many uses of algebra in the real world. Topics include: uses of variables; addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division in algebra; properties; linear equations; slopes, graphing lines and inequalities; exponents and powers; quadratic equations and square roots; polynomials; linear systems; factoring; and functions. Problem solving is stressed throughout. Students also learn to use the graphics calculator. Students enrolled in Modified Algebra I class are in the same course but earn a modified grade on the basis of an individualized plan. This course is a requirement for any subsequent course in the Academy mathematics program. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Pre-Algebra with teacher recommendation. 3032y Geometry This course is an introduction to formal geometry. A brief introduction to logic is followed by an axiomatic approach to Euclidean Geometry. Emphasis is given on orderly and logical thinking to develop writing of proofs in various forms. Algebraic techniques are incorporated throughout for the metric aspects of geometry and problem solving. Elements of solid geometry and trigonometry through right triangles are also studied. SAT preparation and the use of the graphic calculator are incorporated throughout the course. Students enrolled in Modified Geometry class are in the same course but earn a modified grade on the basis of an individualized plan. This course is a requirement for any subsequent course in the Academy mathematics program Prerequisite: Successful completion of Algebra I and recommendation of the teacher. 3034y-H Geometry Honors This course is a fast-paced and rigorous study of Euclidean Plane and Solid Geometry. Deductive and inductive reasoning are presented with emphasis on proof throughout the course. Algebraic skills are required for the solution of numeric problems. Problems in geometric constructions are also incorporated. Prerequisites: A minimum grade of B in Advanced Math 8 or equivalent Algebra course and recommendation of the teacher. 3070y Integrated Mathematics This year-course will emphasize skills necessary for mathematical problem-solving, logical reasoning, critical thinking, and communication. Concepts include the Real Number System, Set Theory, Logic, Number Theory, topics in Algebra, Functions, Graphs, Systems of Equations and Inequalities, and Geometry. Topics involving Counting Methods, Probability and Statistics (the Normal and Binomial Distribution) will also be investigated. SAT preparation and the use of the graphic calculator are incorporated throughout the course. Prerequisites: Successful completion of Geometry and recommendation of the teacher

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3037y Algebra 2 & Trigonometry This course is a study of topics in Advanced Algebra and an introduction to the study of trigonometric functions. Topics include: functions and relations, polynomials, exponents, logarithms, sequences and series, probability and statistics, systems of equations, matrices, unit circle, trigonometric functions and their graphs. Emphasis is placed on applications and the use of the graphic calculator. Prerequisite: A minimum grade of B in Geometry and recommendation of the teacher. 3049y-H Algebra 2 & Trigonometry Honors This course is a fast-paced and rigorous study of advanced algebraic topics, including: functions and relations, conic sections, complex numbers, probability and trigonometry. It is designed for students planning to study mathematics and /or science in college. It is a Pre IB Higher level math course. Prerequisite: A minimum grade of B in Geometry Honors and recommendation of the teacher. 3065y Mathematical Applications This course is designed to meet the needs of college-bound students in 12th grade whose direction is towards non-math/science fields. Topics studied though project work include : Logic, Sets, Numeration Systems, Rational Numbers, Topics in Real Numbers, Mathematical Systems, Equations, Inequalities and Problem Solving, Graphs and Functions, Geometry, Counting Methods, Probability, Statistics, Consumer Mathematics. At the end of the two year sequence students will create and present a project that they have chosen to work on focusing on one of the mathematical concepts in the course. SAT preparation is also taught throughout the course. Prerequisite: Open only to seniors. Successful completion of Integrated Mathematics or Algebra II and Trigonometry. 3074y Mathematical Studies IB Standard Level 1 This is the first year of a two-year course designed to prepare students for the IB Math Studies Examination. The students will have various backgrounds and abilities. The skills needed to cope with the mathematical demands of a technological society are developed and emphasis is placed on the application of mathematics to real-life situations. Students likely to need mathematics for the pursuit of further qualifications are advised to consider an alternative program. Topics include: Number and Algebra, Sets, Logic and Probability, Functions, Geometry and Trigonometry, Statistics, Differential Calculus, Financial Mathematics. A substantial piece of personal research, in the form of a project, is a requirement of this program. The IB Mathematical Studies syllabus is followed. Prerequisite: A minimum grade of B in Geometry. 3077y Mathematical Studies IB Standard Level 2 This is the second year of the course of study preparing the student for the IB Math Studies examination. Students complete their internal assessment project and prepare for the IB Mathematical Studies SL Examination. See description for course 3074y. Prerequisite: A minimum grade of C in Mathematical Studies Standard Level 1 and recommendation of the teacher. Note: If a student fails the June mock exam in any IB course and is not a full IB student, s/he cannot enter year 2 of the same IB class. S/he can enter the first year of another class for ACS Athens credit. If a student fails to achieve a score of 4 or above on the fall mock exam, Full IB status may be withdrawn taking into account performance in other courses.

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3051y Mathematics IB Standard Level 1 This course is for students who plan on sitting for the Mathematics SL IB exam after the second year. Problem solving-skills and clarity of thought and expression are developed through general coursework and specific portfolio work. A graphics calculator is essential. Topics in this first year include algebraic topics such as: sequences and series, exponents and logarithms and the binomial theorem; a study of functions including polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and circular and trigonometric functions; probability and statistics, including the binomial and normal distribution. Prerequisite: A minimum grade of B in Algebra II & Trigonometry and recommendation of the teacher. 3052y-H Mathematics IB Standard Level 2 This course includes review of IB Mathematics Standard Level 1 topics. Additional topics include: matrices; vectors including vector equations; differential and integral calculus including the idea of a limit, differentiation rules, the second derivative, local maxima and minima, optimization problems, indefinite and definite integration, area between curves and volumes of revolution. Graphics calculator applications are used throughout the course. This program prepares students for future studies in such fields as chemistry, economics, geography, and business administration. The course concludes with the Mathematics SL IB Examination. Prerequisite: A minimum grade of C in IB Mathematics Standard Level 1 and teacher recommendation. Note: If a student fails the June mock exam in any IB course and is not a full IB student, s/he cannot enter year 2 of the same IB class. S/he can enter the first year of another class for ACS Athens credit. If a student fails to achieve a score of 4 or above on the fall mock exam, Full IB status may be withdrawn taking into account performance in other courses. 3085y-H Pre-Calculus This rigorous honors course is designed to provide the essential mathematical background needed in calculus. It is designed for juniors or seniors who are not IB Diploma candidates and are US College bound. Juniors in the course will be given the opportunity to sit for the Advanced Placement Examination (AB Syllabus) as seniors. Topics covered in this course include an advanced study of Functions and Graphs, Polynomial and Rational Functions, Exponential and Logarithmic Functions, Trigonometry- identities, applications and equations, Analytic Geometry, Systems of Equations and Inequalities, Discrete Algebra, Introduction to Limits and Differential Calculus. Prerequisite: A minimum grade of B in Algebra II & Trigonometry or Algebra II and Trigonometry Honors or Mathematics IB standard level I and teacher recommendation. 3098y-H AP Calculus Honors This rigorous course introduces the basic concepts of Calculus. It is designed for seniors who are not IB diploma candidates and are US College bound. Students in this course will sit for the Advanced Placement Examination (AP Syllabus). Topics covered in this course include a study of Limits and Continuity, Differentiation and Integration, Applications of Derivatives and Integrals, Differential equations and Mathematical Modeling, Sequences and L’Hopital’s rule, Infinite Series, and Parametric and Polar functions. Prerequisite: A minimum grade of B in Pre-Calculus and teacher recommendation.

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3091y-H Mathematics IB Higher Level 1 This is the first part of a two-year sequence designed for students planning to sit for the IB Higher Level Examination. Emphasis is placed on development of analytical thinking skills and proof. A graphing calculator is required for this course but students should contact the teacher before they buy one if they have not done so already. In the first year students attempt a trial portfolio assignment, a long investigation that must be written up according to specific criteria. Topics covered in the first year include Algebra (Quadratic expressions, logarithms, sequences and series, the factor and remainder theorems, the binomial theorem and proof by mathematical induction), Functions (domain and range, function composition, inverses and function transformations), Trigonometry (identities, the sine and cosine rules, trigonometric equations and trigonometric functions and their inverses) and Calculus (differentiation and integration as well as separable differential equations and applications to kinematics). This is serious and demanding course designed for those with proven mathematical ability and interest. The pace of the course is very fast and there are frequent tests and quizzes. There is a very substantial amount of homework which the student is well advised to do. Hard work, discipline and dedication is required and expected of all students taking this course. Prerequisite: A minimum grade of B in Algebra 2 & Trigonometry Honors and teacher recommendation. 3092y-H Mathematics IB Higher Level 2 This is the second year of the 2-year course leading to the IB exam at Higher Level. Topics covered include Vector Geometry (lines and planes in 3 dimensions), Complex numbers (including De Moivre’s theorem and the Euler notation), Matrices, Probability and Statistics, and the optional topic which is Infinite Series and Differential Equations. Students complete two portfolio assignments in late fall and early spring. Prerequisite: A minimum grade of B in Mathematics IB Higher Level 1 and teacher recommendation. Note: If a student fails the June mock exam in any IB course and is not a full IB student, s/he cannot enter year 2 of the same IB class. S/he can enter the first year of another class for ACS Athens credit. If a student fails to achieve a score of 4 or above on the fall mock exam, Full IB status may be withdrawn taking into account performance in other courses. 3071y-H Probability and Statistics This semester course includes an introduction to combinatorics (combinations and permutations), probability, conditional probability, Bayes’ theorem, tree diagrams and the use of Venn diagrams. Populations, samples, frequency tables, mean, median and quartiles. Expectation algebra. Linear combinations of random variables. The Bernoulli, binomial, Poisson, geometric and hyper-geometric distributions. Detailed treatment of the normal distribution. Distribution of the sample mean. The central limit theorem. Confidence intervals. Significance testing for mean and proportion. Null and alternative hypotheses. Type I and II errors. One and two-tailed tests. P-values. The chi squared test and degrees of freedom. The chi squared statistic and goodness of fit test. Contingency tables. Prerequisite: A minimum grade of B in Algebra 2 and Trigonometry and teacher recommendation

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COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY

Sophomores will earn a graduation credit through work in the Academic Advisory and by meeting technology objectives of the Personal Project. Students entering ACS in grade 10 or later will be enrolled in Computer 9 if they have not mastered skills taught at that level. 1. Computer 9 2. Computer Lab 10 (scheduled as part of Academic Advisory) 3. Web Design / Multimedia / Video Productions 4. Advanced Computer Programming 4001s Computer Technology 9 After a review of word processing skills, students become proficient in all advanced features of MS WORD and work on project-based learning tasks. Students use Word, Publisher, PowerPoint and other Desktop Publishing programs such as ACDsee8 to create, edit and format images and documents that include drawings, charts and tables. Students will use visual enhancements such as Clip Art, Lines and Borders, Drawing and Chart Tools, Watermarks and apply good design principles and desktop publishing techniques to documents. Students will design interdisciplinary multimedia presentations using the Internet in collaboration with other departments within our school community. Professional multiple panel brochures, newsletters, proposals, reports, etc. are developed. Excel is taken into a broader scope that assists in their daily academic needs. It is recommended that students have very good keyboarding and computer skills and type a minimum of 40 words per minute. Selected units from IB Information Technology in a Global Society curriculum will also be included in the program. Required Course. 4002s Computer Lab 10 Sophomores enrolled in this course will work to refine technology skills as they complete projects and units derived form IB Information Technology in a Global Society curriculum. Multiple page reports, business correspondence, Excel and working with databases will be emphasized. Students will work on the Career Discovery Program and complete SAT online tutorials. In addition, students will complete their Personal Learning Portfolio, receive specific information about and complete application process for the 11th and 12th grade programs, begin the college search process and refine their library skills. 4033y HTML Web Design / Multimedia Video Production 4032y-H In this course, students will learn HTML coding and use the Internet Explorer for Web Design. They will create a web page that will have the opportunity to be displayed in the Student Achievement Gallery for the school's official web site. In addition, the course will further enhance the focusing of editing video productions. Many audio and video editing tools will be used to give precise control over the projects being planned. Grades 11/12 Elective. Students may elect the course for honors credit. They will earn honors credit by completing a number of additional advanced-level projects throughout the year. 4046y-H Advanced Computer Programming Lab In an honors-level lab/workshop setting, through a program of project-based learning, students will receive rigorous college level training in programming using MATLAB. This course is recommended for students with a passion for creative problem solving, a strong mathematical background and a strong interest in the field. Those intending to pursue university studies in computer science, engineering, and advanced mathematics are especially encouraged to enroll.

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SCIENCE

Ninth and tenth grade science courses: The goals of ninth and tenth grade science are that the students continue to develop their problem-solving skills and enrich their knowledge to be able to make informed decisions about local and global issues. Students enrolling in ninth and tenth grade science for honors credit must participate in a series of enrichment activities in the science(s) of their choice and earn a grade of B or higher in them. In addition, they must pass an Honors credit test with a grade of B or higher. 5026s, 5027s-H Biology 9/ Biology 9 Honors 5023s, 5029s-H Biology 10/ Biology 10 Honors Biology 9 Foundations of Biology; Cell Structure and Function; Homeostasis and Cell Transport; Photosynthesis, Cellular Respiration; Cell Reproduction, Fundamentals of Genetics; DNA, RNA, Protein Synthesis; Inheritance Patterns and Human Genetics; Gene Technology. Biology 10 History of Life, Theory of Evolution, Speciation, Classification of Organisms; Human Biology: Skeletal, Muscular, and Integumentary Systems; Circulatory and Respiratory Systems; The Body’s Defense System; Digestive and Excretory Systems; Nervous System and Sense Organs; Endocrine System. 5033s, 5034s-H Chemistry 9/ Chemistry 9 Honors 5031s, 5032s-H Chemistry 10/ Chemistry 10 Honors Chemistry 9 Properties of matter, Phase Changes, Density, Boiling Point, Atomic Structure and the Periodic Table, Periodic Trends, Group Properties, Transition Elements, Chemical Bonding, Structure of the Elements, Ions, Chemical Formulae, Chemical Equations, Relative Atomic, Molecular and Formula Mass, Compound Formation and Chemical Formulae. Chemistry 10 Conservation of Mass, Stoichiometry, The Mole, Properties of Carbon, Hydrocarbons, Alkanes, Alkenes, Alcohols, Organic Acids, Redox, Conductivity in Solids and Liquids, Electrolysis of Molten Compounds and Solutions, Electroplating, Electrode Reactions, and Acids and Bases.

Biology 9/9H Biology 10/10H Physics 9/9H

Chemistry 9/9H Chemistry 10/10H Physics 10/10H

Biology IB 1 and/or Chemistry IB 1 and/or Physics IB 1

Biology IB 2 Chemistry IB 2 Physics IB 2

Environmental Science or Physics and Astronomy

Environmental Science or Physics and Astronomy

Health (Required of All students in Grade 10)

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

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5011s, 5012s-H Physics 9/ Physics 9 Honors 5041s, 5042s-H Physics 10/ Physics 10 Honors Physics 9 Amplitude, wavelength and frequency, Wave speed, Superposition, Production of sound resonance, Interference and diffraction, Refraction, Refractive index, Total internal reflection, Electric circuits, Ohm’s Law, Resistors, Changes of state, Particles forces and the kinetic model, Internal energy, Temperature and temperature scale, Conduction/Convection/Radiation, Specific heat capacity, Gases’ laws, Tectonic plates and seismic waves, The inner structure of the Earth, Earthquakes, Gravity/Weightlessness, The solar system, The galaxy, and The universe. Physics 10 Motion in one dimension, Uniform acceleration, Kinetic-Static friction, Newton’s laws, Inertia, Free-fall, Terminal velocity, Energy and momentum, Conservation of mechanical energy, Gravitation - Kepler’s laws, Plotting linear graphs, slope and intercepts . 5701y Environmental Science This course for 11th and 12th graders aims to develop an understanding of the structure and functioning of natural systems. It will encompass the social, ethical and economic impacts of human activities focusing on current environmental problems and their underlying scientific principles. Topics include: Atmosphere, Hydrosphere, Lithosphere, Biosphere, Pollution, The Greenhouse Effect and Global Warming, Ozone Layer and Biodiversity/Resource Loss. Activities include reading, written assignments, reviews (e.g., of articles, news items, documentaries), scientific investigations outdoors as well as the laboratory. Forms of assessment include research projects, presentations, posters, written assignments, quizzes and tests. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Grade 10 Science or equivalent. 5043y Physics and Astronomy This college preparatory Physics-based course for 11th and 12th graders will provide a general introduction to Physics through applications to Astrophysics. Students will be exposed to the basic principles of Physics in the context of the Physics of the Stars and the Universe as a whole. The course will deal with the basic ideas of Force, Motion and Energy, Newton’s Law of Gravitation, the motion of satellites and celestial bodies, radiation and nuclear physics, the physics of stars, the evolution of stars, and the Big Bang Theory of Cosmology and the Expanding Universe. In addition to the usual regular assignments students are expected to do extra readings from various magazines (such as Scientific American, Discover, Astronomy, Time, Newsweek etc.) which help place Physics and Astronomy in its proper scientific and cultural context. Prerequisites: Science in Grade 10 or equivalent. 5021y -H Biology IB 1 This is the first year of the two-year IB Biology sequence and is intended for juniors who will take the IB Biology exam at the end of the second year. Core syllabus includes: Statistical analysis, Cells, Chemistry of Life, Genetics, Ecology and Evolution, and Human Health and Physiology. Additional Higher Level Nucleic Acids and Proteins are also covered. Students will be scheduled for the required laboratory sessions which will meet one week per month during their Study Seminar, to prepare the practical work for Internal Assessment. The final exam in June is administered as a Mock exam. Prerequisites: A grade of B or better in 10th grade science; recommendation of grade 10 biology instructor.

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5072 y -H Biology IB 2 Standard Level For students who will take the IB Biology Standard Level exam in May. SL requirements include completion of the five topics begun the first year and two Options: Human Nutrition and Health and Neurobiology and Behavior. Practical work for the Internal Assessment is completed. Students registering for this course will be given summer study materials for Option E Neurobiology and Behavior to prepare independently and to be included on the senior year September Mock exam covering all the Year 1 material. Students are also required to complete the Group 4 integrated sciences project and present their work as part of the Internal Assessment. Note: If a student fails the June mock exam in any IB course and is not a full IB student, s/he cannot enter year 2 of the same IB class. S/he can enter the first year of another class for ACS Athens credit. If a student fails the June IB mock exam in any IB course and is a full IB student, the following applies: To register for high level exams an IB score of 5 or better on the fall mock exam is required. Otherwise the student must choose the standard level exam option. If a student fails to achieve a score of 4 or above on the fall mock exam, Full IB status may be withdrawn taking into account performance in other courses. 5022 y -H Biology IB 2 Higher Level This is a college-level introductory biology course for students who will take the IB Biology Higher Level exam in May, appropriate for students with a serious interest in the biological sciences. Additional Higher Level topics include Nucleic Acids and Proteins, Cell Respiration and Photosynthesis, Plant Science, Genetics, and Human Health and Physiology. Options covered: Evolution, and Neurobiology and Behavior. Practical work for internal assessment is completed. Students will be scheduled for the required laboratory sessions which will meet one week per month during their Study Seminar, to prepare the practical work for Internal Assessment. Students registering for this course will be given study materials for Option E Neurobiology and Behavior to prepare independently and to be included on the senior year September Mock exam covering all the Year 1 material. Students are also required to complete the Group 4 integrated science project and present their work as part of the Internal Assessment. Note: If a student fails the June mock exam in any IB course and is not a full IB student, s/he cannot enter year 2 of the same IB class. S/he can enter the first year of another class for ACS Athens credit. If a student fails the June IB mock exam in any IB course and is a full IB student, the following applies: To register for high level exams an IB score of 5 or better on the fall mock exam is required. Otherwise the student must choose the standard level exam option. If a student fails to achieve a score of 4 or above on the fall mock exam, Full IB status may be withdrawn taking into account performance in other courses. 5083 y -H Chemistry IB 1 This course follows the curriculum of the IB in chemistry and includes stoichiometry, thermochemistry, electronic structure of the atom, periodicity, bonding, kinetics and equilibrium. Students will be scheduled for the required laboratory sessions which will meet one week per month during their Study Seminar, to prepare the practical work for Internal Assessment. Prerequisites: Students taking this course will be required to complete a syllabus-based preview assignment during the summer before their Junior year. Prerequisites: Algebra II. Science at grade 10 with a grade of B- or higher.

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5089y –H Chemistry IB 2 Standard Level This is a continuation of Chemistry IB1 at Standard Level. It prepares the student for the May exam. It covers acids and bases, oxidation reduction and the two optional topics. Prerequisites: Students taking this course will be required to complete a syllabus-based assignment during the summer before their Senior year. Note: If a student fails the June mock exam in any IB course and is not a full IB student, s/he cannot enter year 2 of the same IB class. S/he can enter the first year of another class for ACS Athens credit. If a student fails the June IB mock exam in any IB course and is a full IB student, the following applies: To register for high level exams an IB score of 5 or better on the fall mock exam is required. Otherwise the student must choose the standard level exam option. If a student fails to achieve a score of 4 or above on the fall mock exam, Full IB status may be withdrawn taking into account performance in other courses. 5800y –H Chemistry IB 2 Higher Level This is a continuation of Chemistry IB1 at Higher Level. It prepares the student for the May exam. It covers the optional topics, and the topics of acids and bases, oxidation reduction and organic chemistry. Students will be scheduled for the required laboratory sessions which will meet one week per month during their Study Seminar, to prepare the practical work for Internal Assessment. Prerequisites: Students taking this course will be required to complete a syllabus-based assignment during the summer before their Senior year. Note: If a student fails the June mock exam in any IB course and is not a full IB student, s/he cannot enter year 2 of the same IB class. S/he can enter the first year of another class for ACS Athens credit. If a student fails the June IB mock exam in any IB course and is a full IB student, the following applies: To register for high level exams an IB score of 5 or better on the fall mock exam is required. Otherwise the student must choose the standard level exam option. If a student fails to achieve a score of 4 or above on the fall mock exam, Full IB status may be withdrawn taking into account performance in other courses. Biology and Chemistry IB Internal Assessment Students in Year 1 IB Biology and IB Chemistry and Year 2 HL IB Biology and IB Chemistry will meet one week per month during their Study Seminar, to complete the practical work for Internal Assessment. The Internal Assessment class teaches the skills required for the Internal Assessment criteria, namely Design, Data Collection and Processing, Conclusion and Evaluation. The practical work is designed for students to learn how to conduct scientific investigations, teach and reinforce theoretical concepts, assess lab reports and receive feedback. Higher level science students also take part in the Group 4 project.

5090 y -H Physics IB 1 The course follows the curriculum of the IBO in Physics and includes Mechanics, Heat, Waves, Electricity and Magnetism, Quantum Physics, Global Environmental Physics and Digital Technology. The course involves laboratory work, which is internally assessed and forms part of the final IB grade. A required 2-hour laboratory session will be held once a month. Prerequisites: Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry. Science at grade 10 with a grade of B- or higher. Students are required to complete a summer assignment package during the summer before their Junior year. Note that Physics IB 2 will be offered at Higher Level only starting in school year 2010-2011.

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5092 y -H Physics IB 2 Standard Level This is the continuation of Physics IB 1 at Standard Level. It prepares students for the IB exam in May. The course continues with laboratory work, revision of the first year course introduces additional material and covers the Optional topics of the IB syllabus for Standard Level, which presently include, Astrophysics and Mechanics. A required 2-hour Laboratory session will be held once a month until March. Note: If a student fails the June mock exam in any IB course and is not a full IB student, s/he cannot enter year 2 of the same IB class. S/he can enter the first year of another class for ACS Athens credit. If a student fails the June IB mock exam in any IB course and is a full IB student, the following applies: To register for high level exams an IB score of 5 or better on the fall mock exam is required. Otherwise the student must choose the standard level exam option. If a student fails to achieve a score of 4 or above on the fall mock exam, Full IB status may be withdrawn taking into account performance in other courses. 5091y -H Physics IB 2 Higher Level This is the continuation of Physics IB 1 at Higher Level. It prepares student for the IB exam in May. This is very rigorous course that covers the topics of Physics IB 1 in greater depth. Laboratory work continues and the optional topics of the IB are studied. Presently these are Astrophysics and the Theory of Relativity. A required 2-hour Laboratory session will be held once a month until March. This is a course that is suitable for those who want to follow a course in the Sciences, Math, Medicine or Engineering at University. Note: If a student fails the June mock exam in any IB course and is not a full IB student, s/he cannot enter year 2 of the same IB class. S/he can enter the first year of another class for ACS Athens credit. If a student fails the June IB mock exam in any IB course and is a full IB student, the following applies: To register for high level exams an IB score of 5 or better on the fall mock exam is required. Otherwise the student must choose the standard level exam option. If a student fails to achieve a score of 4 or above on the fall mock exam, Full IB status may be withdrawn taking into account performance in other courses. 5060s Health The student will study such topics as self-esteem, stress management, First Aid techniques, nutrition, human sexuality, substance abuse prevention, STD’s and AIDS. This is a semester course, required of all tenth graders, and is a graduation requirement.

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MODERN LANGUAGES

*Honors only. Teacher recommendation required. *Except for English and Greek, all languages offered at ACS are Language B. *Students need a grade of C or better to move up to the next level in languages. FRENCH French is taught using the following: Café Crème 1 and 2, method Campus and also a variety of grammar and vocabulary books . The French culture and civilization are stressed at every level 6111y French I (Ab Initio for Grades 11 &12) This is the first year of a foreign language program designed to be studied over a period of two years by students who have little or no previous knowledge of French. The objectives of this class are acquiring competence in communication that enables the student to conduct a simple conversation in French, understanding some types of authentic texts, writing paragraphs and short letters. The book used is Café Crème 1 Ninth and tenth graders who are taking French for the first time should enroll in this course.

Spanish I or (Ab Initio-gr.11)

Spanish II or (Ab Initio-gr.12)*

Spanish III Intermediate

Spanish

Spanish IV* Advanced/IB

German 4

German

German 5,6

IB*

Arabic Intermediate Arabic Advanced*

Arabic IB/SL* Arabic

Arabic Literature*

Spanish 2

French

French I or (Ab Initio) French III French 2

French IB* SL/HL

1st & 2nd year together

French IB II Ab Initio* Gr. 12 only

Chinese 3

French,IV

Spanish IB SL / HL

1ST and 2nd year together

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6012y French 2 This course is a continuation of French I Ab Initio for students in grades 9-11. Students will learn to express themselves reasonably well. Emphasis is placed on vocabulary, grammar, composition writing and improvement of oral expression. Prerequisite: Successful completion of French I, or a placement test and teacher recommendation 6114y - H French IB II (Ab Initio) (Grade 12 only) The aim of this course is to develop a variety of linguistic skills and a basic awareness of the cultures using the French language through the study of the International Baccalaureate syllabus. Students are expected to understand and respond appropriately in French both orally and in writing, and they will sit for the IB Ab Initio exam in the end of the year. Prerequisite: Successful completion of French I, or a placement test and teacher recommendation. 6013y French III Emphasis is on increasing vocabulary and the study of more complex grammatical structures. Students will be initiated into French literature, art and civilization and the ability of self-expression will be improved by essay writing and oral presentations. The book used is Café Crème 2. Prerequisite: Successful completion of French II or placement test and teacher recommendation. 6011y French IV Increasing vocabulary, study of more complex grammatical structures, compositions and oral presentations are part of this class. Selected units in history and literature are introduced. Emphasis is placed on writing compositions, developing vocabulary and improving oral and reading comprehension skills. The book used is Campus 3 and a selection of other texts. Prerequisite: Successful completion of French III or placement test and teacher recommendation. 6115y-H French IB Language B SL/HL – Year One This is the first of a two year Honors program which prepares 11th grade students to take the International Baccalaureate Language B exam in the end of their Senior year. This course stresses a thorough review of grammatical fundamentals through advanced grammar and an increasing refined vocabulary. Language skills (Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing) will be developed through the use of a wide range of texts and material as prescribed by the International Baccalaureate syllabus. Essays, selected readings and literary selections are also an integral part of the program of life and civilization as prescribed by the International Baccalaureate syllabus. Prerequisite: Successful completion of French IV and teacher’s recommendation 6116y-H French IB Language B SL/HL – Year Two After completing this class, students will sit for the IB Language B SL/HL exam. Emphasis is placed on literary analysis, essay writing, oral presentations and the study of contemporary issues and civilization. Handling the language system accurately (grammar, syntax, vocabulary etc), selecting language appropriate to a particular cultural and social context and understanding ideas and how they are organized in order to communicate them appropriately are considered equally important areas and form the basis of the assessment criteria according to the IB syllabus. Prerequisite: Successful completion of French IB Language B SL/HL Year One and teacher’s recommendation

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SPANISH Spanish is taught using the Paso a Paso series. The cultural heritage of the language is stressed at every level. 6023y Spanish I (Ab Initio) This is the first year of a foreign language learning program designed to be studied over two years by students who have no previous experience in the language. Students will be expected to demonstrate the communicative skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing in everyday situations, as defined by the core syllabus and the language syllabuses. Basic skills, dialogues and drills are emphasized. 6122y-H Spanish IB II (Ab Initio for Grade 12 only) A continuation of Spanish I Ab Initio for students in grade 12 only. Students follow the basic themes of the Ab Initio curriculum and they will sit for the Spanish IB (Ab Initio) examination at the end of this course Prerequisite: Successful completion of Spanish I (IB Ab Initio). 6022y Spanish 2 This course is a continuation of Spanish I Ab Initio for students in grades 9-11. Students will be expected to demonstrate a more sophisticated mastery of the communicative skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing in everyday situations, as defined by the core syllabus and the language syllabuses. Basic skills, dialogues and drills are emphasized. In addition, students will complete projects and write reports on the culture and history of Spanish-speaking peoples. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Spanish I (IB Ab Initio ), or MS Sp1B, or a placement test and teacher recommendation 6124y Spanish III This course is designed for students who wish to develop their reading comprehension, writing skills and oral proficiency. Book reports, essays, projects and performances are used as means of improving the students’ ability to communicate fluently in Spanish. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Spanish 2 or the two- year Middle School Program and teacher recommendation. 6127y-H Spanish IB IV (HL/SL) This course introduces and defines the IB themes of change, leisure, and the individual. The course is based on analyses of short texts, articles, world events, music and newspapers. There is an intense grammar review and individual and group oral presentations. Students may select to sit for the Spanish IB exam at the end of this course. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Spanish III and teacher recommendation. 6126y-H Spanish IB Language B SL/HL – Year One This is the first of a two year Honors program which prepares 11th grade students to take the International Baccalaureate Language B exam in the end of their Senior year. This course stresses a thorough review of grammatical fundamentals through advanced grammar and an increasingly refined vocabulary. Language skills (Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing) will be developed through the use of a wide range of texts and material as prescribed by the International Baccalaureate syllabus. Essays, selected readings and literary selections are also an integral part of the program of life and civilization as prescribed by the International Baccalaureate syllabus. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Spanish IV and teacher’s recommendation

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6125y-H Spanish IB Language B SL/HL – Year Two After completing this class, students will sit for the IB Language B SL/HL exam. Emphasis is placed on literary analysis, essay writing, oral presentations and the study of contemporary issues and civilization. Handling the language system accurately (grammar, syntax, vocabulary etc), selecting language appropriate to a particular cultural and social context and understanding ideas and how they are organized in order to communicate them appropriately are considered equally essential and important areas that form the basis of the assessment criteria according to the IB syllabus. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Spanish IB Language B SL/HL Year One and teacher’s recommendation ARABIC Arabic courses are open only to students who are already Arabic speakers. 6072y Arabic Intermediate This course is designed for students who wish to develop their reading, comprehension and writing skills. They must have a spoken Arabic background and some knowledge or various language skills. Prerequisite: The student must be a native speaker of Arabic. 6074y-H Arabic Advanced The course covers: A. Further development of language skills. B. Selected units in literature, ancient and modern. C. Arabic culture and civilization from a historical perspective. D. Appreciation of various pieces of creative writing. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor and placement test. 6075y-H Arabic IB Standard Level This is an advanced Arabic course dealing mainly with literature, ancient and modern. The objective is to follow the program described by the IB curriculum. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor and placement test. 6071y-H Arabic Literature A study of selected authors and poets. Extended essays will be required. MANDARIN CHINESE 6162y Chinese 3

This course is a continuation of the Chinese language program developed in the middle school.

In this course students will learn five language skills- Alphabet spelling with tones for pronunciation (Ping-Yin), oral speaking, listening, Chinese Character Reading and Chinese Character Writing. Through the learning process, the students will be expected to have clear pronunciation and intonation; to listen with understanding, to use a range of vocabulary; to build grammatical structures; and also to read and write the Chinese Characters. With the language learning we will also lead students into the wonders of the Chinese world – Chinese History, Culture, Literature and Art. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Chinese 2 or teacher recommendation.

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GERMAN German is taught using the Klasse and Zeitgeist series. The cultural heritage of the language is stressed at every level. Courses will be offered pending student interest. 6037y-H German 5 Topics are covered in detail from the IB syllabus. Vocabulary, reading, writing and oral skills needed are extensive and the level is very demanding. Text – Zeitgeist 1. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation. 6036y-H German 6 Topics in the IB syllabus are completed. The teacher may recommend the student sit for the SL or HL IB exam. Text – Zeitgeist 1 + 2. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation.

GREEK

GREEK Greek as a Second or Foreign Language 6043 y Greek I Beginning The course is designed for students with little or no previous knowledge of Greek. Objectives: to teach the basics of the Greek language through listening, speaking, reading and writing. More emphasis is placed on listening and speaking through the use of dialogues, thus, enabling students to use the Greek language in simulated real-life situations. Dialogues and simplified stories are used to present this material. 6045y Greek II Intermediate This course is offered to students who have a limited knowledge of Greek. Objectives: to enable students who speak and write Greek fairly well to enrich their vocabulary and learn grammar systematically in order to reach a level of fluency which allows them to express themselves correctly, both orally and in writing. Students are also introduced to Greek literature through short stories mainly. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Beginning Greek, teacher recommendation and/or placement test.

9th Grade Greek IV Language Arts

10th Grade Greek V Pre IB

GREEK

11th Grade Greek IB A1 (Year 1)

11th Grade Greek IB A2 (Year 1)

12th Grade Greek IB A1 (Year 2)

12th Grade Greek IB A2 (Year 2)

9th Grade Greek I (Beginning)

9th Grade Greek II (Intermediate)

9th Grade Greek III (Advanced)

10th Grade Greek II (Intermediate)

10th Grade Greek III (Advanced)

10th Grade Greek IV A2

11th Grade Greek III (Advanced)

11th Grade Greek IV A2

11th Grade Greek 11/12

12th Grade Greek IV A2

12th Grade Greek 11/12

12th Grade Greek 11/12

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6145y Greek III Advanced This course is offered to non-native speakers of Greek as well as to students of Greek background who have a limited knowledge of Greek. Objectives: to enable students to develop skills of reading and writing through selected texts included literature and speaking and listening through short oral narrations and dialogues. Emphasis is given on grammar also. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Greek Intermediate, teacher recommendation and/or placement test. The students must have a spoken Greek background. 6048y Greek IV A2 This course is offered to students of an adequate Greek background who need to practice and develop their language skills further. Objectives: to enable students to improve reading, writing, listening and speaking through completion of grammar and study of various literary texts. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Greek III Advanced, teacher recommendation and/or placement test. 6152y Greek 11/12 This course is offered to students of a well developed Greek background who wish to continue Greek in 11th and 12th Grade. Objectives: to strengthen students’ knowledge of Greek language and culture through systematic practice of writing skills particularly and thorough study of various texts in Greek, including literature and global issues. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Greek IV A2, teacher recommendation and/or placement test. Students who follow the program above may participate in the exams of the Greek Ministry of Education in order to earn Certification of Hellinomathia (Level 2,3 or 4 depending on the course). Greek as a Native Language 6146y Greek IV Language Arts This is a program for native or near-native speakers dealing mainly with selected works of literature, specific topics of culture and civilization with particular emphasis on grammar and idiomatic expressions. Students are also required to write compositions and are involved in a variety of projects and cultural activities. Prerequisites: Successful completion of M.S. LA 8th , teacher recommendations and/or placement test. 6147y Greek V Pre-IB This is a continuation of the Greek Language Arts program. It is a program for native or near-native speakers dealing mainly with selected works of literature and preparing students for the Language A1 and A2 IB programs. Prerequisite: Successful completion of the Language Arts program, teacher recommendation and/or placement test. 6153y-H Greek IB A2 (Year One) This is the first of a two year Honors program for 11th graders who are native or near -native speakers dealing mainly with selected works of literature, specific topics of civilization and an increasingly refined vocabulary to prepare students for the IB Greek IB (Language A2) exam. The program followed is prescribed by the International Baccalaureate Organization. Prerequisite: Successful completion OF Greek Pre IB, teacher recommendation and/or placement test.

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6154y-H Greek IB A2 Standard/Higher Level (Year Two) This is the second year of a two-year IB course for 12 graders who are native or near-native speakers, as preparation for the IB A2 examination. Full IB candidates who take examinations in both English A and Greek A may earn a bilingual diploma. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Greek IB A2 (Year 1) and teacher recommendation. Note: If a student fails the June mock exam in any IB course and is not a full IB student, s/he cannot enter year 2 of the same IB class. S/he can enter the first year of another class for ACS Athens credit. If a student fails the June IB mock exam in any IB course and is a full IB student, the following applies: To register for high level exams an IB score of 5 or better on the fall mock exam is required. Otherwise the student must choose the standard level exam option. If a student fails to achieve a score of 4 or above on the fall mock exam, Full IB status may be withdrawn taking into account performance in other courses. 6158y-H Greek IB A1 (Year One) This is the first year of a two-year Honors program for 11th graders which enables advanced students to take the International Baccalaureate exam for native speakers. Emphasis is placed on in-depth study of selected Greek and World Literature works through literary analysis, written commentary, essay, oral and written presentation as it is defined by International Baccalaureate Organization. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Greek Pre IB, teacher recommendation and/or placement test. 6159y-H Greek IB A1 Standard/Higher Level (Year Two) This is the second year of a two-year Honors program for 12 graders which enables advanced students who are native speakers to take the International Baccalaureate exam as another Language A at Higher or Standard level depending on their performance during the first year. Full IB Diploma candidates who take examinations in both English Language A and Greek Language A may earn a bilingual diploma. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Greek IB AI (Year I) and teacher recommendation.

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THE ARTS

MUSIC INS MUS 7553 (Semester Instrumental Music (Academy Senior Band) INS MUS 7552 (Year) This course gives students the opportunity to develop playing proficiency on an instrument with which they have previous playing experience. This instrument may be from the string, wind, brass or percussion families of the concert band or symphony orchestra. Musicianship is developed through study of technical exercises and performance repertoire (music), theory and history. Students enrolled in the course are required to participate in all concert performances. Students may enroll for one semester, or for the full year. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Intermediate Instrumental Music (previously Music Workshop B) or at least two years playing experience on the primary instrument to be studied. Basic note-reading proficiency is required. 7542y-H IB Music 1 Through the study of music we learn to hear relationships of pitch in sound, pattern in rhythm and unfolding sonic structures, exploring the similarities, differences and links in music from different cultures and historical time periods. Informed and active musical engagement occurs through listening, comparative analysis and performance activities, together with an examination of music theory concepts necessary for composition. This course provides an enriching and appropriate foundation, whether students choose to pursue music studies at the post-secondary level or not. 7540y 7541s Music Appreciation This is a semester or year-long course. Through listening exercises and activities, students become familiar with the vocabulary, terminology and basic elements used to describe and analyze music. These are studied within the historical frameworks and styles of the Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, Classical and Romantic periods of music. VISUAL ARTS 7106s (Semester) Graphic Arts Students learn the fundamentals of graphic design and develop technical skills by combining images and text to create projects such as book cover designs, page layouts, font designs, product and package design, labels, logos, posters and advertisements. There are opportunities for practical applications as students’ work may be utilized for school publications such as the Yearbook, literary/arts magazine, or for special event posters, banners, brochures, newsletters and advertising. From the coursework students may develop formal portfolios for college applications. The majority of the class work will be done by hand. The computer may be used as a tool once the required design concepts have been mastered. Semester Course. No prerequisite. 7103y (Year) Design 7104s (Semester) Students work hands-on with the Elements of Art and Principles of Design as they develop original solutions to a variety of two and three dimensional design problems. They engage in authentic creative process, from brainstorming to construction of the final projects. Students experiment with a wide range of concepts and materials. There are opportunities for collaborative work. Either semester or a full year. No prerequisite.

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7128s Drawing and Painting I Students learn and practice the perceptual skills they need to draw anything from observation. The fundamentals of color theory are introduced and applied as students experiment with stylistic approaches to subject matter through painting. First semester. No prerequisite. 7129s Drawing and Painting II In this intermediate level class, students develop their realistic and interpretive drawing and painting skills through formal studio exercises and practice. Students work with a variety of wet and dry media (charcoal, conte, ink, watercolor and tempera) to reach a better understanding of the expressive qualities of the materials. Second semester. Prerequisite: Drawing I. 7160y-H IB Visual Arts I IB Visual Arts requires a high degree of student commitment, intellectual interest, motivation, self discipline and time. The first year of the course combines studio practice with study of the history of art, theory, criticism and aesthetics. Students critically analyze, interpret and synthesize readings about art history and about making and appreciating art. They develop knowledge and understanding of the formal aspects and working methods of art and design through structured studio problems and practice. Students are required to engage in independent research and study and to keep working journals of their process. Students are required to purchase workbooks, acrylics and oil paints as needed. Prerequisites: Students entering this class should have strong drawing skills and solid theoretical and practical understanding of the elements of Art and Principles of Design. For Higher Level and Standard Level A candidates, a B average minimum in one full year of high school level art that included a full quarter of drawing is required. Humanities is strongly recommended. For Higher and Standard Level B candidates, a B average minimum in one year of Humanities is required. A year of high school level art is strongly recommended. 7161y-H IB Visual Arts II This is the second year of the Higher Level IB Visual Arts program. Seniors who want to sit for the Standard Level exam may take this class for one year. Students are guided to develop an impressive and significant collection of original studio work in a chosen area of concentration. Independent research, into cross cultural and historical studies, is required and must have a close relationship with the studio work. Coursework culminates in a formal exhibition of the student’s studio work and presentation of research workbooks and working process, including an interview with an external examiner. IB Visual Arts requires a high degree of commitment, intellectual interest, motivation, self discipline and time. Students are required to purchase workbooks, acrylic and oil paints as needed. Prerequisites: For Higher Level A and B candidates, a B average minimum in IB Visual Arts I is required. Humanities is strongly recommended. For Standard Level A candidates, a B average minimum in one year of high school art is required. Humanities is recommended. For Standard Level B candidates, a B average minimum in one year of Humanities is required. A year of high school level art is strongly recommended.

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7741y-H IB Theatre Arts I 7742y-H IB Theatre Arts II (Standard/Higher Level) The aim of the program is to help students understand the nature of theatre; to understand it by creating it as well as by studying it; to understand the forms it takes in cultures other than their own; and through this understanding to improve their understanding of themselves, their society and their world. Students will focus on the following: performance skills (ensemble skills, voice and movement, improvisation, characterization, acting techniques), world theatre studies (historical and theoretical developments in theatre from an international perspective), play analysis and interpretation (a study of a minimum of three play texts), and theatre production (a practical study of the basic principles and aspects of theatre production). Students will be required to attend practical workshops on theatrical techniques and to keep a detailed developmental workbook which documents and evaluates their work in each area of the course. As part of assessment in the final year of study, students will have to deliver an oral presentation, to complete a major research essay, to devise an independent performance project and to conduct two action plans for performance. They will also be expected to participate in two (SL) or three (HL) theatre production in at least two different capacities. Course texts may include writings of: K. Stanislavski, B. Brecht, P. Brook, J. Grotowski, Aristotle, among others. Prerequisite: English or Drama teacher and course instructor recommendation. Prerequisite: English or Drama teacher and course instructor recommendation is required. 7240s Drama The focus of this semester course is on developing interpretive and technical acting skills through the preparation and presentation of individual and group improvisations and scenes. This is a predominantly practical class where students will develop through practical tasks and exercises a set of life-transferable skills: confidence, communication, focusing and concentration of attention, co-ordination, imagination, team work, space, time and body awareness, creativity and spontaneity, to mention but a few. Students will keep a developmental workbook in which they will document their experience from class, reflect upon the creative process and evaluate their own work. No prerequisite required. 7170y-H AP Art History This advanced course is to prepare students for the AP Art History Exam. By covering art through the ages from Paleolithic to Postmodernism, students are given the core foundation of art and its history and a look at both western and non western art. The course has been divided chronologically and distributed through three academic semesters. The divisions are as follows: Paleolithic through Roman art, Early Christian to Baroque Art and Neoclassicism to Postmodernism. The key goals emphasized are the following: 1.) Students will learn the art historical jargon and how to apply it appropriately when discussing works of art. 2.) They will learn to look at art from a scholarly point of view- approaching the analysis of works with the knowledge and technique they will have been taught. 3.) Students will acquire not only an appreciation for the arts of other cultures, but also the skill to detect attributes of a culture by observing its artifacts. 4.) They will come to understand that the study of art history is not relegated merely to art, but that it offers a much broader perspective of history and literature among other things. Finally, students will be encouraged and inspired to travel in pursuit of observing the art they have covered in depth. Besides being a cultural learning experience in itself, travel will provide them with the opportunity to round out their study by observing the art firsthand. This is a college-level course that requires great discipline and commitment, as well as a genuine interest in the subject area. Students enrolling in the course should possess strong writing and reading skills and be able to think analytically. Prerequisite: A minimum grade of B in grade 10 or 11 History and English. Teacher recommendation.

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7048y-H Humanities (Fine Arts Credit, Grade 10 only ) This honors-level course focuses on particular historical periods, such as classical Greece, Byzantium, the Renaissance, the Nineteenth and Twentieth Century Europe. Each period is studied through the great works that it produced and the people who produced them. Literature, art, music, history and philosophy are studied with concern for the great themes that surface repeatedly: What is it that makes us human? How can we live a good life? How does man relate to his gods? What is a just society? Humanities is a two-year course. A student may take one or both years of the two-year cycle and may choose to receive either English credit or Social Studies credit. Students enrolling in the course should possess strong writing skills, critical reading skills and analytic thinking skills. A unique feature of the course is the opportunity for extensive field study in and out of Greece. Reading selections include: The Bacchae, The Greeks, Civilization, The Story of Art, The Social Contract, Candide, Heart of Darkness, Waiting for Godot, Walden, Canterbury Tales, Renaissance Reader, The Prince, Utopia, A Man for All Seasons, and Hamlet, The Story of Art, The Communist Manifesto, The Fall of Constantinople, Byzantine Style and Civilization, poetry of Wordsworth and Yeats, and selections from Sartre and Camus. This course is for students in grade 10 only. Prerequisite: Grade of B or better in Social Studies and English or permission of the instructors. *Grade 10 students may fulfill Fine Arts credit by enrolling in Humanities.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 9025s Physical Education Physical Education, (9th and 10th grade) instruction is required for all 9th graders and for one semester of 10th grade. Through regular fitness activities, individual and team games, direct instruction, group discussions and team-building activities and regular written reflection, students will meet the following program objectives:

• Assessment and development of basic physiological variables such as muscular strength and endurance, cardiovascular endurance, body composition and flexibility;

• Understanding and practice of the basic principals of good hygiene; • Development of the student’s interest in maintaining the best possible physical, mental, social and

emotional well-being (in conjunction with the Counseling department); • Development of basic physical skills through various motor activities; • Development of initiative, alertness, self-control, sportsmanship values and cooperation in group

activities and individual games; • Development of knowledge of basic rules and skills required to play a range of individual and team

games and sports at a satisfying level of achievement; • Exploration of dance/movement as a means of creative and cultural expression.

Physical Education activities include:

Basketball Dance / Expressive Movement Track and Field Ultimate Frisbee Team Handball Badminton Floor Hockey Field Hockey Flag Football Softball Table Tennis Volleyball Tennis Weight training Resistance training Swimming

9027s Fitness, Strength and Conditioning This class is offered to 11th and 12th graders and is designed for the student who wants to get involved with weight training and conditioning activities. This class may also be offered to Varsity athletes to prepare them for their sports competition. It is to enhance the student’s physical well being and help them focus towards a positive, healthy lifestyle. Included activities are: cardiovascular training, strength training, flexibility training, and other fitness activities. Grading will be based on attendance, daily participation, proper attire and fitness testing, Prerequisite: student has completed 2 PE credits with a “C” or higher or teacher recommendation.

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OTHER COURSES 8061s OM – Optimal Match Program The Optimal Match program provides students an equal opportunity at excelling in the classroom by providing individualized and small group instruction that supplements various learning styles. The process begins with a student’s referral by a classroom teacher or parent. The Child Study Team then meets to determine which programs offered by the school will most effectively meet the student’s needs. A full battery of psycho-educational assessments, which are administered by non-school-based psychologists, must be completed prior to enrollment in the OM program. Based on their findings and subsequent report, standards are set according to the individual needs of the referred student. Effective strategies are developed by the Optimal Match Specialist and are then shared with all teachers working with each particular student. Small group instruction and cooperative learning activities are incorporated within the student’s curriculum in order to complement various learning abilities. The Optimal Match specialist provides support and guidance to the classroom teachers in order to support students’ abilities. Collaboration is established among the entire team and strategies are adopted and implemented to enable students to maintain success within the classroom. Monitor sheets are distributed monthly to validate student strengths and determine areas that need improving. The monitor sheets are kept in the student’s confidential file. OM-Optimal Match Consultation OM Consultation is a support service for students who need monitoring and/ or testing accommodations to help them succeed in the regular class; it does not involve classroom instruction.

1. The OM teacher meets with the student on a pull out basis during a scheduled convenient time for both. This consultation may be up to 15 minutes long and may take place once a week. The student is responsible for contacting the OM teacher just as much as the OM teacher is responsible for contacting the student. 2. OM consultation students are entitled to accommodations, which are specific to each student’s needs. Accommodations are specific guidelines for teachers to follow so that individual student needs are met. These guidelines are presented in the student profiles and the accommodations checklist. Please see OM department for further details about accommodations. 3. Formal communication with parents takes place once a month via monitor sheets and via phone calls or emails as often as necessary. 4. The OM teacher communicates regularly with members of the students’ teachers. 5. Students who require more support and small group instruction are placed in an 80 minute OM class, which meets every other day by grade level. 6. Placement of students in the OM program, either in OM consultation or OM small group instruction will be determined by the Child Study Team (CST).

• There is a fee for enrollment in the Optimal Match Program. • A full battery of Psycho Educational assessment is required prior to enrollment.

The High Performing Student Program (HPS) The High Performing Student Program (HPS) has been developed in order to cater for the needs of students who have exceptional abilities. These students can be referred to the program by their teachers and/or parents. Once they have been referred, the student needs to undergo a battery of psycho educational tests in order to assess their areas of strength and weakness. The purpose of the HPS program is to provide students with adequate challenge and a ceiling high enough for them to achieve the utmost of their potential. Once a child has been identified, the HPS specialist works closely with the student’s teacher in order to differentiate the student’s curriculum and adjust their learning experience to suit their individual needs. Students will be offered a variety of services such as mentor programs, small group instruction, individualized projects, consultations, ability grouping and advanced placement programs. There are fees for enrollment in the HPS Optimal Match Program

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7640y-H (grade 11) IB Theory of Knowledge Honors This course is designed to allow the student the opportunity to study issues such as the nature of thought, the relationship between language and thinking, logic and ways of knowing in Science, Mathematics, History, Art and Social Science. Students will also explore the means by which moral, ethical, aesthetic and political judgments are made. Students are encouraged to reflect upon their entire academic careers and make connections between the areas of knowledge that they have studied. This course is required for all full diploma IB students. 9900 Academic Advisory 9 9901 Contemporary Problems 10 /4002 Computer Lab This block of time is set aside for 9th grade students to enhance their personal learning practices, do research required for core classes and extend their learning by working through educational software programs for SAT Prep, Career Exploration and Technology Education. Approaches to learning will be taught and reinforced. Class seminars will be held by the counselors’, administrators and the librarian during this block regarding information on course selection, four-year plans, library orientation skills and ACS expectations.

The changes in our present-day society are accompanied by a number of problems that are mostly caused by the rapid speed of advances, so that the side-effects of progress become difficult to control. 10th grade students will work to understand today’s problems and be challenged to think of solutions. Students will become familiar with world concerns in the areas of Health & Social Education, the environment, community and service and explore solutions through a culminating Personal Project. Guest speakers from local NGO's will share with students how they address the social and environmental issues that impact the local and global communities they serve. In addition, students will complete their Personal Learning Portfolio, receive specific information about and complete application process for the 11th and 12th grade programs, begin the college search process and refine their library skills.

9311 Study Seminar Only IB Diploma candidates or students taking 5 IB certificate / honors classes in grade 11 and 12 courses may elect this study seminar. During the seminar block, students will meet CAS obligations, conduct Extended Essay research, complete senior TOK requirement, complete Internal Assessment assignments, complete SAT Prep requirements, complete group projects and individual course obligations. Study Seminar is required for students enrolled in IB Chemistry and/or IB Biology. 8080s Decision Making, Career and College Planning This course is recommended for all 11th and 12th graders. Led by the ACS College Counselor, the course is designed to take all students through the entire college selection and application process – researching colleges and majors and their connections to various careers, identifying reach and safety schools, writing college essays, completing applications, practicing for interviews, honing decision-making skills, comparing/contrasting higher education approaches in different countries, learning about financial aid options, managing stress, learning time. The course will earn students an elective credit towards graduation, and will be graded on a Pass/Fail basis.

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