Curriculum Middle & High
The overarching goal of the English department is to prepare students to be successful at the college level by providing them with a comprehensive understanding of the English language. At all grade levels, reading, writing, speaking, and analytical thinking will be emphasized and assessed. We believe these skills will help strengthen students’ ability to interpret the world around them.
During their English studies at Saint Paul American School, students begin by mastering the foundations of English composition, and progressively move to a variety of specific writing, speaking, and literature courses. Students will analyze and respond to a wide range of literary texts that encompass a global perspective, with an emphasis on highly energetic, discussion-based learning experiences.
Along with the core English curriculum, each student must also enroll in at least one Speech course. The purpose of this requirement is aimed at helping students build confidence, refine verbal and nonverbal communication skills, and, ultimately, be able to successfully deliver a wide variety of practical speeches.
Students are also encouraged to engage in programs like Student Newsletter, Yearbook, and Creative Writing contests. These extracurricular pursuits provide students the opportunity to experiment with their writing skills and deepen their understanding in unique settings.
Ultimately, we hope to instill in our students a love of literature, as well as the confidence to communicate effectively.
Courses offered
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Middle School English 6 (year-long)
Course Description: English 6 is a balanced literacy program in which students are challenged to improve in the areas of reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary, spelling, speaking, and listening. Students read and analyze a wide range of literature from different times and cultures, with an increasing emphasis on analyzing informational text on grade level topics in all sixth-grade subject areas. The emphasis in sixth grade is on students’ comprehension of complex narrative and informational texts. Students read two or more texts on a topic and use a variety of comprehension strategies to compare, contrast, and integrate information from the texts. They analyze how structure, point of view, visual elements, and figurative language contribute to the meaning or tone of texts. As their analysis skills deepen, students can identify key individual events and details and use them as evidence to support their analysis and to distinguish claims that are supported by an author from those that are not. Additional analysis skills call for students to compare and contrast one author’s presentation of events with another interpretation. They learn academic language and domain-specific vocabulary through their reading and use it in their writing and speaking. -
Middle School English 7, 8 (year-long each)
Course Description: English 7 and 8 are simply the study of English with an eye to high school and beyond. The course is guided by the Common Core State Standards, which outlines English study as Reading, Writing, Speaking, Listening, and Language. While the students read English literature, they will be taught how to analyze and appreciate it. They will become familiar with literary terms and learn how to recognize and interpret the elements of short stories, novels, poetry, drama, and non-fiction. Students will respond to the literature through Writing, Speaking, and Listening assignments, which will take the form of journals, quick-writes, essays, exams, projects, and speeches. These different responses will vary in length and depth: from basic summation to critical analysis. Student writing will include sentence sense and paragraph practice. Language study will cover the Conventions of Standard English, Knowledge of Language, and Vocabulary Acquisition and Use.
In seventh grade, students read (in eighth grade, read and analyze) a variety of literature, including novels, dramas, and poems. The literature students read in class must be complex enough to support close reading and deep analysis, as well as thoughtful discussion. By reading a wide range of literature from and about different cultures, with varied themes and in several genres, students become familiar with literary structures and increase their vocabulary. Well-written literature also serves as a model for students’ own writing. In their writing, students in seventh grade demonstrate sophisticated writing skills to produce pieces that support a clear purpose and include a more cohesive organization of ideas by using evidence from literary and informational texts. Their writing incorporates the use of technology during development, collaboration, and production. Students demonstrate a command of the conventions of the English language and experience with the stages of the writing process (e.g., prewriting, drafting, revising, editing).
Students in eighth grade produce texts that demonstrate increased sophistication in writing skills and use of language—from vocabulary and syntax to a more cohesive organization of ideas addressing increasingly demanding content and sources. Their writing makes use of technology during development, collaboration, and production. Students demonstrate a command of the conventions of the English language as well as experience with strengthening their pieces through revising, editing, or trying new approaches. Students in eighth grade listen critically to speakers and media presentations for comprehension, identify and analyze information from a variety of media and formats, engage in collaborative discussions, and deliver arguments, narratives, and summary presentations. In their oral presentations , students include multimedia components and visual aids for clarification, use appropriate eye contact and volume, and apply the same conventions of standard English when speaking as in writing. - General English 9 ENG0944/ENG0945 (year-long) Course Description: General English 9 builds upon the students' prior knowledge of grammar, vocabulary, word usage, and mechanics of writing, and usually include the four aspects of language use: reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Usually, the various genres of literature are introduced and defined, with writing exercises often linked to reading selections. Prerequisites: none Grade Level: 9
- Speech ENG1002 (1 semester long) Course Description: The primary purpose of Speech is to improve public speaking skills in a variety of settings. For each speech, topic selection, audience analysis, research, outlining, speech writing, and speech delivery will be emphasized. By the end of this course students will have improved verbal and nonverbal communication skills, and will be able to successfully and confidently present speeches in a variety of real-world situations. Prerequisites: none Grade Level: 12
- General English 10 ENG1023/ENG1021 (year-long) Course Description: General English 10 offers a balanced focus on composition and literature. Typically, students learn about the alternate aims and audiences of written compositions by writing persuasive, critical, and creative multi-paragraph thematic essays and compositions. The study of literature encompasses various genres as students improve their reading rate and comprehension and develop the skills to determine authors' intent and theme and to recognize the techniques employed by the author to achieve the goal. Prerequisites: Graduation from the ESL program Grade Level: 10
- World Literature ENG1113/ENG1114 (year-long) Course Description: World Literature is a year-long study of canonical literature spanning the globe. In this course, students will examine short stories, novels, plays, poetry, and nonfiction within a historical and cultural context. Students take part in group discussions and class seminars, write essays, and deliver speeches to demonstrate their growing understanding of the relationship between local concerns and universal questions, the manner in which geography and culture can influence form, and world views of literature itself. Class discussions also encourage students to express opinions and support individual ideas from their readings. Prerequisites: none Grade Level: 11-12
- Creative Writing ENG1204 (1 semester long) Course Description: Creative writing is focused on allowing students to display their creative and expressive writing skills. Exercises and assignments in each of the main literary genres— creative nonfiction, poetry, fiction, and drama—will help students discover their voice and tone while expanding vocabulary, building awareness of audience, and refining flow, context, meaning, and sentence variation. Creative writing will promote critical thinking and help students refine communication skills, which will aid students in writing more interesting essays, enhance their success in other classes, and set them apart in college applications as they continue on in the world of academia. Prerequisites: none Grade Level: 11-12
- American Literature ENG1213/ENG1214 (year-long) Course Description: American Literature covers the literature of the United States from the early beginnings of the country until the present. Historical forces impacting the literature, as well as the regional influences, are also examined. The development of critical thinking and vocabulary building, along with writing skills, are emphasized. Prerequisites: none Grade Level: 11-12
- AP Literature and Composition ENG1506/ENG1507 (year-long) Course Description: This class is designed to prepare students for the Advanced Placement English Literature and Composition exam given at the end of the school year. For success in the course, students need advanced English skills as well as a major commitment of their time and effort. During the class, students engage in careful reading and critical analysis of fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and drama. Students are expected to actively engage in class discussions, write critical essays, and deliver oral presentations about the literary texts studied in class. Prerequisites: Lexile score of 1100 and successful honors application Grade Level: 11-12
Courses in the Math department follow as much as possible a traditional American progression of high-school Mathematics classes. These start in Algebra I and continue through college-level Calculus. Emphasis is placed on graphing, functions, and critical thinking. Higher level classes require a high level of English because of the types of questions asked. Students are placed during their first term at Saint Paul American School in the class that best reflects their current Math level with consideration given to English ability. Students who finish our Math program will not only be ready for college courses, but will also be problem-solvers in many aspects of their lives; including finance, statistics, and applied sciences.
Courses offered
- Algebra I MAT0902/MAT0904 (year-long)
Course Description: This first-year course is the study of patterns and structure within the
real number system. Topics include working with equations, graphing, and problem-solving
strategies. Students become adept at solving problems that require the integration of a variety
of mathematical concepts.
Prerequisites: Pre-Algebra (or have equivalent math skills).
Grade Level: 7-9 - Honors Algebra I MAT0914/MAT0915 (year-long)
Course Description: This first-year algebra course is designed for the highly-qualified,
motivated student who is committed to a challenging course of study during each year of high
school. The development of algebraic strategies to enhance problem-solving skills and the study
of structure within the real number system form the basis of this course.
Prerequisites: Pre-Algebra and successful honors application
Grade Level: 7-9 - Geometry MAT1003/MAT1004 (year-long)
Course Description: This one-year course is a logical development of the inductive and
deductive systems of reasoning. Emphasis is on developing visualization abilities, analytical
skills, and logical reasoning through activity-oriented methods of instruction. The prerequisite
for this course is successful completion of Algebra I.
Prerequisites: Algebra I (or have equivalent math).
Grade Level: 8-11 - Honors Geometry MAT1009/MAT1010 (year-long)
Course Description: This one-year course provides advanced study in Geometry for the more
capable student. It is a rigorous, logical development of the deductive system of reasoning.
Emphasis is on the development of logic, formal proofs, and algebraic applications to geometry.
The prerequisite for this course is successful completion of Algebra I Honors.
Prerequisites: Algebra I and successful honors application
Grade Level: 8-11 - Algebra II MAT1105/MAT1106 (year-long)
Course Description: This second-year course in algebra represents a mathematical
progression from the concept of numbers as experienced in arithmetic to the notion of properties
of numbers without regard to their value, a necessary tool for science applications. Formal
abstraction will enable students to understand and analyze data in many occupational and
academic fields.
Prerequisites: Geometry (or have equivalent math skills).
Grade Level: 9-12 - Honors Algebra II MAT1214/MAT1215 (year-long)
Course Description: This second-year algebra course is designed for students who desire a
more rigorous course of study than in the standard Algebra II curriculum. Students will develop
a more in-depth study of the concept of numbers from arithmetic to the notion of discrete
mathematics. Formal abstraction will enable students to understand and analyze data in many
occupational and academic fields. Emphasis is placed on proof of mathematical assertions
assumed in other courses.
Prerequisites: Geometry and successful honors application
Grade Level: 9-12 - Math Topics MAT1107/MAT1108 (year-long)
Course Description: Math Topics builds upon Algebra 2 to provide mastery of math in daily
life and for university coursework in non-math courses. Students will learn to interpret
mathematical relationships, estimate values, and present data. This course will emphasize
critical thinking and communication skills as students gain strong math acumen for academic
and professional life.
Prerequisites: Algebra II
Grade Level: 10-12 - Honors Pre-calculus MAT1204/MAT1205 (year-long)
Course Description: The purpose of this course is to prepare students for a Calculus class.
Students gain extended knowledge and experience working with functions, and also broaden
their Trigonometry skills. The year starts with some review of Algebra II and ends with an
introduction to Calculus.
Prerequisites: Algebra II with a C- or higher (or have equivalent math skills).
Grade Level: 10-12 - AP Calculus MAT1506/MAT1507 (year-long)
Course Description: AP Calculus AB is a year-long course that is comparable to calculus
courses offered during the first semester at US colleges and universities. It is expected that
students who take an AP course in calculus will seek college credit, college placement, or both,
from institutions of higher learning. Students will master concepts of differentiation and
integration, graphical analysis including limits, asymptotes, and continuity.This rigorous study
ultimately seeks to prepare students for success on the May AP examination.
Prerequisites: Pre-calculus with a B- or higher and successful honors application
Grade Level: 11-12 - AP Statistics MAT1508/MAT1509 (year-long)
Course Description: This course is designed to cover the four main topics on the AP Statistics
exam: exploratory data analysis, planning and conducting a study, probability, and statistical
inference. Topics will include: categorical and quantitative data, proportions, one sample means,
matched pairs means, regression analysis, z-test, t-test, chi square test, z-intervals and paired ttests,
amongst others. This course requires the use of a graphing calculator. This class is not as
calculation rich as our other math offerings since the calculator or computer does most of the
tedious calculations. Your job will be to understand which statistical procedure to apply and
how to interpret the results.
Prerequisites: Algebra II with a B- or higher and successful honors application
Grade Level: 11-12
The Science department at Saint Paul American School follows a sequential, inquiry-based learning program, dedicated to fostering an appreciation for the essential concepts of scientific thought. At all grade levels of science studies, students learn through a variety of hands-on experiences, including experiments, observations, and discussions regarding foundational scientific concepts. Students are encouraged to learn through the process of discovery, with emphasis on critical thinking and analysis. Students begin with an introductory Physical Science course, covering the basic makeup of the world, from atoms to Newton’s laws. Students then progress to Biology, learning about the basics of anatomy, ecology, and the fundamentals of biochemistry. Chemistry follows, with an emphasis on precision and accuracy in scientific writing. Finally, students culminate their studies with high-level classical and modern Physics. The ultimate goal of the department is to allow students to learn and arrive at their own understanding of the world through exploration. We also hope to equip students with the confidence to utilize the scientific method in various aspects of their examination of the world around them.
Courses offered
- MS Science III SCI0806/SCI0807 (year-long)
Course Description: General Science is an interdisciplinary course designed to prepare students for entering high school. The course requires that the student exhibit higher order thinking skills, academic discipline, and rigorous application with regard to the content, which is organized and presented in a structure that connects the discrete pieces of information in a meaningful way. The inquiry-based laboratory work emphasizes the scientific process and qualitative rather than purely quantitative results.
Prerequisites: none
Grade Level: 7-8 - Physical Science SCI0907/SCI0908 (year-long)
Course Description: Physical Science is an introduction to physics and chemistry with earth and space ideas embedded throughout the course. This course is lab-based, which means that students learn primarily by doing activities. This class is also used to provide students with a filter they can use to view the world around them.
Prerequisites: none
Grade Level: 9 - Honors Physical Science SCI0916/SCI0917 (year-long)
Course Description: This course is designed for students who desire a more rigorous course of study than in the standard Physical Science. It is an introduction to physics and chemistry with earth and space ideas embedded throughout the course. This course is lab-based, which means that students learn primarily by doing activities. This class is also used to provide students with a filter they can use to view the world around them.
Prerequisites: Successful honors application
Grade Level: 9 - Biology SCI1009/SCI1010 (year-long)
Course Description: This one-year course is designed as a survey of the biological sciences. The emphasis is on developing critical-thinking skills, research skills, and laboratory techniques. Independent study projects and inquiry-based learning experiences are integral parts of the course requirements.
Prerequisites: Physical Science
Grade Level: 10 - Honors Biology SCI1205/SCI12106 (year-long)
Course Description: This one-year course is a rigorous presentation of introductory biological concepts designed for the serious, academically-oriented student. Emphasis is particularly placed on developing critical-thinking skills, research skills, and laboratory techniques. Independent study projects are an integral part of course requirements.
Prerequisites: Physical Science and successful honors application
Grade Level: 10 - Chemistry SCI1105/SCI1106 (year-long)
Course Description: Chemistry is the study of the principles of matter and the changes that matter undergoes. In the fall semester, students will develop scientific skills as they explore atomic structure, the periodic table, chemical bonding, chemical formulas and compounds, and chemical reactions. In the second semester, students will study stoichiometry, gases and phase changes, solutions, kinetics and equilibrium, acids and bases, and organic chemistry.
Prerequisites: Physical Science and Algebra I
Grade Level: 11-12 - AP Biology SCI1506/SCI15107 (year-long)
Course Description: The AP Biology course is designed to enable you to develop advanced inquiry and reasoning skills, such as designing a plan for collecting data, analyzing data, applying mathematical routines, and connecting concepts in and across domains. The result will be readiness for the study of advanced topics in subsequent college courses.
Prerequisites: Biology or Honors Biology and successful honors application.
Grade Level: 11-12 - AP Physics 1 SCI1510/SCI1511 (year-long)
Course Description: Physics is the application of mathematics to real world situations in order to understand how the universe around us works. This is a college preparatory physics course that includes probability, statistics, the scientific method, motion, force, gravity, linear motion, circular motion, momentum, optics, electricity, energy, waves, and modern physics.
Prerequisites: Algebra II and successful honors application
Grade Level: 11-12
The Social Studies Department at St. Paul American School offers Government, History, Geography, and Economics classes that seek to prepare students to become educated global citizens. As students progress through their course of study at St. Paul American School, the department hopes that students will be made aware of various cultures and understand how they have developed over time.
Students begin with the foundational courses of Geography and American Government. These courses provide a framework for both American and World History, with culminating courses analyzing economic principles that drive current industrial markets.
Along with the standard Social Studies curriculum, students also have the opportunity to enroll in Social Studies electives, which include Current Events and Social Issues. These courses allow students to read and discuss real-world news events, case studies, and legal proceedings, thereby furthering their understanding of how the world functions as a global community.
Finally, the model UN is a great opportunity for students to come together to collaborate and discuss contemporary world issues.
The overarching goal of the department is to provide students with the skill set necessary to help them become informed decision-makers that will them to make a positive impact in the world.
Courses offered
- MS Social Studies III SOC0806/SOC0807 (year-long)
Course Description: MS Social Studies exposes students to world events from the early beginnings of civilization to those of the modern world. Themes addressed in every unit include those aligned with geography, economics, government, citizenship, culture, science, and technology.
Prerequisites: none
Grade Level: 7-8 - Geography SOC0905 (1 semester long) Course Description: This course is designed to provide the student with a basic introduction to physical and human geography. Students will examine the role which geography plays in the world and how the interactions of humans with the environment affect the other. Students will explore the major world regions and examine the physical systems and human interactions within the regions. Students will use maps, globes, in‐depth case studies, and geographic systems and databases to help them answer geographic questions. This course serves as an excellent starting point for students wishing to expand their knowledge of the world. Prerequisites: none Grade Level: 9
- American Government (formerly Civics) SOC0910 (1 semester long)
Course Description: Students in American Government will examine the democratic foundations, structures, and institutions of American government at local, state, and national levels. Students will study the political processes to gain an understanding of the role of the individual in the decision-making process of American government. Students will also learn about the rights and responsibilities of the citizens of the United States. Students will investigate American government though a variety of methods.
Prerequisites: None
Grade Level: 9 - World Government SOC0913 (1 semester long)Course Description: Students in World Government will be learning about the world and politics. Students will be staying up to date on current events and participating in discussions related to them. At times, history and background knowledge will have to be introduced/relearned.
Prerequisites: None
Grade Level: 9 - World History SOC1106/SOC1107 (year-long)
Course Description: This one-year survey course will examine world history through the disciplines which comprise the humanities: the arts, philosophy, literature, history, political institutions, and religion. It explores the great ideas and actions of humankind which have shaped life. The emphasis is on European, Asian, African, Latin American, and Middle Eastern civilizations.
Prerequisites: Civics, American Government or World Government
Grade Level: 10 - Honors World History SOC1112/SOC1113 (year-long)
Course Description: This one-year course is an in-depth study of world history through the disciplines which comprise the humanities: the arts, architecture, philosophy, literature, theater, and music. It traces the evolution of political, social, religious, technological, and economic institutions from prehistoric to modern times. The emphasis is on European, Asian, African, Latin American, and the Middle Eastern civilizations. Students will be involved in historical research, analysis of primary source documents, and essay writing.
Prerequisites: Government Course and successful honors application
Grade Level: 10 - AP World History SOC1513/SOC1514 (year-long)
Course Description: This one-year course is an in-depth study of world history. The AP World History course is structured around the investigation of five course themes and 19 key concepts in six different chronological periods, from approximately 8000 B.C.E. to the present. The course themes are: Interaction Between Humans and the Environment, Development and Interaction of Cultures, State Building, Expansion, and Conflict, Creation, Expansion, and Interaction of Economic Systems, and Development and Transformation of Social Structures
Prerequisites: Successful honors application
Grade Level: 10-12 - US History SOC1009/SOC1010 (year-long)
Course Description: US History will give students the opportunity to learn how the United States evolved to become what it is today. Students will study the origins of the country, the mistakes and successes in its development, and Americas potential role in the future. The goal is for students to learn from America’s trials and tribulations and use their newly acquired knowledge to make educated decisions in the future.
Perquisites: Government Course
Grade Level: 11 - Honors US History SOC1110/SOC1111 (year-long)
Course Description: US History will give students the opportunity to learn in depth, how the United States evolved to become what it is today. Students will study the origins of the country, the mistakes and successes in its development, and Americas potential role in the future. The goal is for students to learn from America’s trials and tribulations and use their newly acquired knowledge to make educated decisions in the future.
Perquisites: Government Course and successful honors application
Grade Level: 11 - Financial Literacy SOC1228 (1 semester long)
Course Description: This class is designed to combine economic concepts with everyday life to help students be fiscally responsible as they become adults. In this class, students will study macroeconomics and microeconomics to help them use economic thought to make rationalized decisions in an ever changing world.
Prerequisites: none
Grade Level: 12 - Economics SOC1201 (1 semester long)
Course Description: This class is an introduction to economics. In this class, students will study the characteristics of macroeconomics and microeconomics. Economics class will be split into two sections. Section one will cover economic systems and the roles of government, consumers, and producers in these systems. Section 2 will cover money and banking, financial markets and international trade. Upon completing these two sections, students will be empowered to help correct societal problems.
Prerequisites: Financial Literacy
Grade Level: 12 - AP Psychology SOC1509/SOC1510 (year-long)
Course Description: The AP Psychology course is designed to introduce students to the systematic and scientific study of the behavior and mental processes of human beings and other animals. Students are exposed to the psychological facts, principles, and phenomena associated with each of the major subfields within psychology. They also learn about the ethics and methods psychologists use in their science and practice. Students will discover the biological, social, and learned reasons for behavior.
Prerequisites: Successful honors application
Grade Level: 11-12
The modern language program at Saint Paul American School is dedicated to both helping students master a foreign language, as well as introduce them to the subtleties of a culture different from their own. Students are enrolled in two language classes a day, which focus on both oral and written Components. As students progress through the program, courses increasingly focus on HSK (HanYu ShuiPing KaoShi) mastery, including levels HSK 3-6, with the expectation that all graduates will reach the point of both spoken and written fluency in Chinese.
In an increasingly globalized world, language acquisition is a necessary step in promoting cultural awareness. Our unique concept of high school establishes a mutual credit exchange and dual diploma system between Saint Paul Preparatory School in the US, and the Second School Attached to Beijing Normal University. Many graduates continue to study both Chinese and English, recognizing the importance of multilingualism. Spanish is also an emerging curriculum addition that allows students to add or third or fourth language to their skill set.
Mastery of Chinese and English language ultimately prepares students to be global leaders in a wide variety of fields; with this goal in mind, the modern language program works diligently to prepare students for professional success in the global community.
Courses offered
Saint Paul American School has implemented an Experiential Learning Curriculum into the Chinese Language & Culture course. This program has been developed specifically for our students; allowing them to gain valuable real world experience using the Chinese Language as well as learning Chinese history and culture through hands on encounters. All students that participate in this program follow our LEAP format: Learn material, Experience Chinese culture and language in the form of experiential learning, and then Apply and Present this material to their peers.
- Chinese I FOR1117 (1 semester long)
Course Description: This course will introduce Pinyin, basic Chinese vocabulary, and useful
terms and phrases in typical everyday conversations. We will help students experience and
adapt to the atmosphere of speaking with native Chinese speakers. Students will grasp Chinese
phonetics, tones and rhythms, and about 320 common Chinese words. Students can say simple
and more typically well-known Chinese phrases, such as those used in self-introductions, and
will also be able to conduct most routine communicative tasks for personal needs in Chinese,
such as making an appointment, making an acquaintance, paying a visit, dating, shopping, etc.
Prerequisites: none
Grade Level: 7-12 - Chinese II FOR1118 (1 semester long)
Course Description: Students will continue to explore the communicative functions of the
previous semester from Chinese I. This is particularly evident in the first five units. In Unit 6,
a new topic is introduced about environmental protection. This parallel type content gives the
students a more in-depth training in the communication skills targeted. The tasks focus on the
communication skill required for daily life. As these tasks are extended both in depth and width,
the students' vocabulary will be enlarged, and so will the ability to conduct daily
communication. This will act as a bridge to their further Chinese study.
Prerequisites: Chinese I or instructor approval
Grade Level: 7-12 - Chinese III FOR1101 (1 semester long)
Course Description: This course will concentrate on practicing of listening, speaking, reading,
and writing to improve students’ Chinese fluency. Students will learn to scan for information,
expand vocabulary, and strengthen their knowledge of grammatical structures. Students will
take part in everyday conversations in Chinese about familiar topics. Students will use more
complex sentence structures, grammar patterns, and will express their opinions using basic yet
appropriate expressions and language norms in Chinese.
Prerequisites: Chinese II or instructor approval
Grade Level: 7-12 - Chinese IV FOR1102 (1 semester long)
Course Description: Students in Chinese IV will learn more Chinese vocabulary, useful terms,
grammar points and Chinese culture. Students should grasp about 500 new Chinese words. To
cope with the general needs of conducting daily communication, the sentence's patterns and
grammar concepts presented to students will be in an order that emphasizes functional usage.
The language materials are arranged within situational topics.
Prerequisites: Chinese III or instructor approval
Grade Level: 7-12 - Chinese V FOR1016 (1 semester long)
Course Description: Students in level 5 will practice listening, speaking, reading and writing
to improve students’ Chinese fluency. Students will learn to scan for information, expand
vocabulary, and strengthen grammatical structures and know more about Chinese culture.
Students will read and comprehend the text and will actively utilize new words; the grammar
aspect analyzes some comparatively complex sentence patterns to train the students to use more
complex sentence structures and grammar patterns.
Prerequisites: Chinese IV or instructor approval
Grade Level: 7-12 - Chinese VI FOR1017 (1 semester long)
Course Description: This course is designed for students who have a vocabulary of at least
1100 words and have completed the primary Chinese courses. The course will prepare the
students to demonstrate their level of Chinese proficiency as high as being able to learn in a
Chinese speaking college or university. Communicative modes of teaching are provided to help
students with their Chinese language skills in interpersonal, interpretive and presentational
ways.
Prerequisites: Chinese V or instructor approval
Grade Level: 7-12 - HSK III FOR0906 (1 semester long)
Course Description: HSK III is a test-preparation course with an aim at mastery of all reading,
writing, speaking, and listening skills necessary for success taking the HSK 3 exam. Students
will learn new words, as well as grammar elements and phrases, and will also refine their
speaking and listening skills. Finally, classes will compliment students’ daily Chinese class.
Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in Chinese III
Grade Level: 7-12 - HSK IV FOR0907 (1 semester long)
Course Description: HSK IV is a test-preparation course with an aim at mastery of all reading,
writing, speaking, and listening skills necessary for success taking the HSK 4 exam. Students
will learn new words, grammar elements and phrases, and will also refine their speaking and
listening skills. Finally, classes will compliment students’ daily Chinese class.
Prerequisites: HSK III or instructor approval
Grade Level: 7-12 - HSK V FOR0908 (1 semester long)
Course Description: HSK V is a test-preparation course with an aim at mastery of all reading,
writing, speaking, and listening skills necessary for success taking the HSK 5 exam. Students
will learn new words, as well as grammar elements and phrases, and will also refine their
listening skills. Classes will compliment students’ daily Chinese class.
Prerequisites: HSK IV or instructor approval
Grade Level: 7-12 - HSK VI FOR0909 (1 semester long)
Course Description: HSK VI is a test-preparation course with an aim at mastery of all reading,
writing, speaking, and listening skills necessary for success taking the HSK 6 exam. Students
will learn new words, grammar elements, and phrases, and will also refine their listening skills.
Prerequisites: HSK V or instructor approval
Grade Level: 7-12 - AP Chinese FOR1502/FOR1503 (year-long)
Course Description: AP Chinese is a full-year course that covers the equivalent of a secondyear
college Chinese course. It is an advanced Mandarin Chinese course aimed at equipping
students both linguistically and culturally to communicate successfully in Chinese within and
beyond the school setting. This course prepares students to demonstrate their level of Chinese
proficiency across the three communicative modes (interpersonal, interpretive, and
presentational) and the five goal areas (communication, cultures, connections, comparisons,
and communities) as outlined in the Standards for Foreign Language Learning in the 21st
Century.
Prerequisites: HSK VI or instructor approval
Grade Level: 9-12
| English | Mathematics | Social Studies | Science | |
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| MS |
· MS English I · MS English II · MS English III |
· Math 6 · Pre-Algebra · Algebra I |
· Ancient History · Modern World History · MS US History |
· Earth Science · Life Science · Physical Science |
| HS | · General English 9 · General English 10 · World Literature · American Literature |
· Geometry · Algebra II · Pre-calculus |
· Civics · American Government · Geography · World History · US History |
· Biology · Chemistry · Physics |
| HS ELEC |
· Creative Writing · Speech |
· Calculus · Statistics |
· Economics |
| Foreign Language | IT | AP Courses |
|---|---|---|
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· Spanish I · Spanish II
· Chinese I · Chinese II |
· Information Technology |
· AP Calculus · AP Statistics · AP Chemistry · AP Biology
· AP Environmental Science · AP Psychology · AP Microeconomics |
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