academy program of studies 2012-2013

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CONTENTS

ACS Athens Mission Statement: ........................................................................................................................ 5

Introduction Letter ............................................................................................................................................ 6

GENERAL INFORMATION ............................................................... ................................................................. ... 7

STUDENT PLACEMENT ................................................................................................................................... 7

ACHIEVEMENT LEVELS ................................................................................................................................... 7

ACS GRADE POLICY ............................................................................................................................................ 8

PURSUIT OF EXCELLENCE .................................................................................................................................. 8

Learning Support ........................................................................................................................................... 8

Requirements for Graduation ....................................................................................................................... 9

NINTH AND TENTH GRADE PROGRAM ............................................................................................................ 10

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

On what basis is the IB Diploma given? .......................................................... ............................................. 11

When do students enter the International Baccalaureate Program(IB Diploma)? ..................................... 12

Must all courses be studied? Choice of IB Diploma Courses. .......................................................... ............ 12

HOW DOES ONE ENROLL OR GET MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE IB PROGRAM AT ACS? .................... 12

THE ADVANCED PLACEMENT PROGRAM (AP) ............................................................... .................................. 12

COLLEGE APPLICATIONS AND GRADES FOR AP AND IB COURSES ................................................................ ... 13

IB PREDICTION CRITERIA ................................................................................................................................. 13

DIVISION OF LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE ............................................................... .................................. 13

English...................................................................................................................................................... 13

Greek ....................................................................................................................................................... 14

French ...................................................................................................................................................... 14

Spanish .................................................................................................................................................... 15

Arabic ............................................................... ................................................................. ....................... 16

Chinese .................................................................................................................................................... 16

DIVISION OF HUMANITIES AND THE ARTS .................................................................................................. 16

IB Economics ............................................................... ................................................................. ............ 16

IB History ................................................................................................................................................. 16


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IB Psychology ........................................................................................................................................... 17

IB Theatre ................................................................................................................................................ 17

IB Visual Arts ............................................................................................................................................ 17

DIVISION OF MATH, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY ...................................................................................... . 17

IB Math Studies ....................................................................................................................................... 17

IB Math SL ................................................................................................................................................ 17

IB Math HL ............................................................................................................................................... 17

IB Biology ................................................................................................................................................. 18

IB Chemistry ............................................................................................................................................ 18

IB Physics ................................................................................................................................................. 18

DIVISION OF LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE ........................................................ ............................................. 19

COURSE OFFERINGS .................................................................................................................................... 19

Department: English ................................................................................................................................ 19

Department: Greek / Language A ................................................................ ............................................ 26

Department: Greek / Language B ............................................................................................................ 29

Department: Modern Languages / French ........................................................... .................................. 31

Department: Modern Languages / Spanish .......................................................... .................................. 33

Department: Modern Languages /Arabic ............................................................. .................................. 36

Department: Modern Languages/ Chinese ............................................................................................. 37

Department: Modern Languages / German ........................................................................................... . 38

DIVISION OF HUMANITIES AND THE ARTS ...................................................................................................... 39


Department: SOCIAL STUDIES ................................................................................................................. 39

Department: VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS ....................................................................................... 46

DIVISION OF MATH, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY ........................................................................................... 51


Department: Mathematics ...................................................................................................................... 51

Department: Science ............................................................................................................................... 58

Department: Technology ................................................................. ........................................................ 64

Department: PHYSICAL EDUCATION .......................................................... ............................................. 65

OPTIMAL LEARNING PROGRAM COURSES ...................................................................................................... 67

Optimal Learning Consultation .................................................................................................................... 67


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Optimal Learning Mentor Program ............................................................................................................. 68

Acceptance criteria to the Mentor Program: .............................................................................................. 68

Application form to be submitted by the end of October ........................................................... ............ 68

ACADEMY GUIDANCE PROGRAM .................................................................................................................... 70

CROSS DISCIPLINARY ELECTIVES ................................................................................................................... 72

STUDY HALL ................................................................................................................................................. 73


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ACS ATHENS MISSION STATEMENT:

ACS Athens is a student-centered

international school, embracing

American educational philosophy,

principles and values.

Through excellence in teaching and

diverse educational experiences, ACS

Athens challenges all students torealize their unique potential:

academically, intellectually, socially

and ethically -- to thrive as

responsible global citizens.


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INTRODUCTION LETTER

Dear Students and Parents:

The faculty and administration of the Academy are pleased to provide the Course Catalog for the

2012-2013school year. We believe the Academys 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

InternationalBaccalaureate Diploma at the end of grade 12. IB Diploma candidates may also

work towards earning the equivalency of a Greek high school diploma (apolytirion).

A unique sequence of cross-disciplinary honors courses in American Studies (grade 10),

Humanities (grade 11) and Leadership and Ethics (grade 12), as well as the opportunity to conduct

serious and rigorous research in the Senior Research Experience provides students with an

authentic learning experience unavailable anywhere else. 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.

The Optimal Learning and ESL Programs 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.

The printed course description is no guarantee that a given course will be scheduled. If a course

is cancelled because of 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 childrens counselors to ensure

that students schedules will satisfy all Academy graduation requirements and also match their

special strengths and interests.

Co-curricular opportunities -- cultural, academic and athletic as well as programs offered by the

ACS Athens Institute for Creativity (IIC), that allow students the opportunity to pursue college

level study for credit --- provide possibilities for students to extend learning beyond the

classroom. The Parent-Student Handbook and the publications of the IIC contain descriptions of

such activities.

The entire Academy staff looks forward to greeting you in September 2012.

The Academy Administration, Faculty and Staff


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GENERAL INFORMATION

STUDENT PLACEMENT

During registration, students are given a list of required courses to be offered for the followingyear(s). Teachers will recommend students for specific courses and students will proceed to

enroll in all Academy courses. All recommendations are made based on students performance in

the subject. Except in extraordinary cases, students who have been earning grades less than C will

not normally be eligible for reconsideration to honors-level or advanced courses. Prerequisite

requirements for specific courses are described in the program of studies.

The students recommendations may be reconsidered if the following procedures are followed;

1. The reconsideration request must be initiated at the parent or student by the end of thethird quarter by completing a form called the Request for Reconsideration form Theform must be submitted to the counselor in the Student Services Office as soon as

possible within the established deadlines.

2. The appropriate teacher(s), Department Chair, and Counselor will establish with thestudent and parent the objectives that must be met during the fourth quarter in order for

the students request to be honored.

3. The student will meet the criteria during the final quarter.

4. The Counselor will collect relevant data in June to reassess the students request, and willmake a final decision 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 credit is available in selected English, Social Studies,

Mathematics, Science, Foreign Language, Arts and Computer Technology courses. To earn honors

credit students will typically complete advanced work and be evaluated at higher standards of

assessment than in a regular course. In most instances, students will elect (with their teachers

recommendation) to earn honors credit in a regular course, by the end of September of the

academic year. Most International Baccalaureate courses are designated as honors level courses.

Standard Courses are college preparatory classes offered to the student who bring standard

background and motivation to the subject.


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ACS GRADE POLICY

Students who attend school less than four weeks will not be awarded a withdrawal grade.

Students who attend school for more than four weeks will be awarded a withdrawal grade

indicating either a withdraw pass or a withdraw fail. The students 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 students

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 years grade (depending on the course

duration). The report card will indicate the quarter grade, and the cumulative semester or years

grade (grade-to-date) will be recorded on the transcript.

PURSUIT OF EXCELLENCE

While the Academy strives to offer a program of academic excellence, of equal 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 forconsistently 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, Academic Advisory, Junior and

Senior Advisory, the Writing Center, The Optimal Learning and ESL programs.


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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: Literature or Language and Literature

English 10: Literature or Language and Literature

English 11: English 11, Humanities or a year of IB English Literature or IB English Language

and Literature year 1.

English 12: English 12, AP English, Humanities, or a year of IB English Literature or IB English

Language and Literature year 2.

2. Four Social Studies credits. Classes are taken in grades 9-12, including:

European History grade 9 requirement (Regular or Honors)

American Studies* - grade 10 requirement (Regular or Honors)

Plus two full years of Social Studies classes in grades 11-12.

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 of Visual and Performing Arts: students may elect courses from the Visual Arts,

Performing Arts, Humanities and Art History.

8. Two semesters of Computer Technology

9. Three Years of a Modern Language: 2 years must be in the same language. (It is recommended

thatstudents 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 and Junior/Senior Advisory. Students in grade 11 who are not enrolled in

the IB Diploma Program or five IB certificates or AP courses must enroll in eight classes including

Junior Advisory. The same students in grade 12 not enrolled in the IB Diploma program or five

IB certificates or AP courses must enroll in eight classes including first semester Senior Advisory.

Exception to this in extraordinary circumstances must meet with the principals approval.


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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 students intellectual and social development is the focus of the Academy Program. An

interdisciplinary inquiry-based approach gives 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 students 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 asa 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. Visual and Performing 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; quantitative methods and technology tools.

The students educational accomplishments are documented in a PersonalLearning 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 students 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 classes.


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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. Students must take a course from each of the first 5

subject groups and have the option to choose either a course from the 6th

group or from any of

the other groups . The six subject groups are:

1. Group 1: Studies in Language and Literature (Language A)

2. Group 2: Language Acquisition (Language B or Ab initio, second language)

3. Group 3: Study of Individuals and Societies

4. Group 4: Experimental Sciences

5. Group 5: Mathematics and Computer Science

6. Group 6: Visual Arts, Theatre (or another course from 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 course provides an opportunity for serious reflection about all

of an individuals studies. Students are required to write a 1600 word essay. While this course

is a requirement for the IB diploma where it is not considered as an additional subject, for those

students who only take some IB Diploma Courses, it can be taken as an elective course.

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, creative projects, physical activity, and

community service.

ON WHAT BASIS IS THE IB DIPLOMA GIVEN?

In May of each year, students, after having completed their two year program, sit for externally

moderated examinations which, are graded on a 1-7 scale: 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 tothree points for the extended essay and Theory of Knowledge work. Students who fail both their

Extended Essay and Theory of knowledge essay will not be awarded a diploma. A minimum of 24

points is needed to attain the International Baccalaureate Diploma.


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WHEN DO STUDENTS ENTER THE INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE PROGRAM(IB DIPLOMA)?

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 a good academic record to continue

in the IB Diploma Program. Students earning grades of D in two courses at the end of their junioryear and/or who fail the mock exam in any courses (scoring a grade lower than 4) will not be

allowed to remain in the program in grade 12; neither will those who do not complete junior year

Extended Essay requirements. There is an additional fee for this program as well as a registration

fee to take the May examinations at the end of the second year.

MUST ALL COURSES BE STUDIED? CHOICE OF IB DIPLOMA COURSES.

Students who do not wish to pursue the whole diploma may take IB Diploma courses and receive

certificates for successful completion of exams. The students are referred to as IB Certificate

students. Good performance in the higher level IB Diploma Courses may also be used foradvanced placement at colleges and universities in the US.

HOW DOES ONE ENROLL OR GET MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE IB PROGRAM AT ACS?

Parents and students can attend the announced informational sessions, visit our school's website

to find all relevant information, and/or should call to make an appointment with the Director of

AP and IB programs.

THE ADVANCED PLACEMENT PROGRAM (AP)

The Advanced Placement (AP) program has been run by The College Board, a non-profit

organization, since 1955. It offers a wide variety of rigorous, analytical and challenging college

preparatory courses. Depending on performance, candidates can earn worldwide university credit

The design, delivery and assessment in these courses offer a unique learning experience as it

enables students to gain deep understanding of the subject, to develop advanced skills in writing

and problem solving and to become actively involved in the teaching process.

The program consists of33 courses from which a student can choose, provided the courses are

offered at the school. ACS Athens will offer the following AP courses in the academic year 2012-

2013:

AP Calculus

AP English Literature and Composition

AP Chemistry

AP Environmental Science

AP Spanish

Courses run for one year, at the end of which students take external standardized tests providedby The College Board and administered by the licensed school.
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The short duration of the AP courses compared to those of the IB, allows the students to design

their own unique program which best fits their student profile and academic plans. In many

instances, such programs have been proven to be more effective and timely for a great number of

students.

Students receive a certificate for each AP course they complete. For each AP exam the student

takes, AP courses can help students acquire skills and habits necessary for success in college. The

rigor and advanced level of these courses make the AP program widely accepted to universities

and colleges around the world.

COLLEGE APPLICATIONS AND GRADES FOR AP AND IB COURSES

Both AP and IB examinations take place in May at the end of the senior year. Scores are released

in June for the AP and in early July for the IB examinations. A frequently asked question by both

parents and students is, How do colleges offer admissions to students prior to the release of the

examination results? U.S. colleges base admissions on a number of criteria (grades, difficulty of

program, SAT scores, co-curricular activities, essays, teacher recommendations, and IB/AP

Predictions). UK universities admit students based on predicted IB scores, which teachers submit

in the fall of the senior year. All teachers use key IB assessments of the first and second year to

determine predicted IB grades in each subject. It should be noted that the predicted grade may

deviate from the ACS Athens grade, which is more holistic and includes assessments other than

those set by the IBO. These additional assessments make up the ACS Athens student profile. For

example, it is likely that a student with an ACS Athens grade of A in a course be given an IB

prediction of 6 instead of a 7 or a 4 instead of 5 for an AP course.

We list below the individual course criteria used by teachers to form their IB score predictions in

order to assist parents and students in academic planning.

IB PREDICTION CRITERIA

DIVISION OF LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE

ENGLISH

IB English A Literature

Individual Oral Presentation done in junior year (15% of final IB grade)

IB Writing Assignments done in junior year

January Exam on Paper 2 (Essay) done in junior Year

June Mock Exam on Paper 1 (Literary Commentary) and Paper 2 (Essay) in junior year

Response to the literature of the summer assignment for the senior year

September Mock Exam of senior year

Oral and written work in the first months of senior year, always assessing based on the IB

Descriptors:

1. Knowledge and Understanding of the Literary Works

2. Response to the Question

3. Organization and Development

4. Effective Use of Language
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IB English A Language and Literature

January Exam on Paper 2 in junior year

June Mock Exam on Paper 2 in junior year

Assessment of student work in junior year on practice assignments based on Past Papers

according to the following IB criteria:

1. Knowledge and Understanding of the works2. Response to the Question3. Understanding of the use and effects of stylistic features4. Organization and Development5. Language

Assessment of students Further Oral Activity Exams in the junior year

Response to the literature of the summer assignment for the senior year

September Mock Exam in senior year

Practice Paper 1 in senior year

Assessment of student work in senior year on practice assignments based on Past Papers

according to the following IB criteria:

1. Understanding and comparison of the texts

2. Understanding of the use and effects of stylistic features

3. Organization and development

4. Language

Oral and written work on the first assignments of the senior year, always assessing on the

IB Language and Literature criteria

GREEK

Greek IB A Language and Literature

January Exam Paper 2 in junior year

June Mock Exam Paper 1 and Paper 2 in junior year

Internal Assessment (Interactive oral activity) in junior year (represents 15% of final IB

grade)

Written Task 1 in junior year

Students performance on practice assignments for Commentaries and Paper 1 in junior

year

September Mock Exam in senior year

Improvement noted between the Junior Exams in January and June and the September

Mock in the senior year

FRENCH

French IB Language B SL/HL

IB Writing Assignments done in the junior year

January Exam done in the junior year

June Mock Exam on Paper 1 and Paper 2 done in the junior year

Assessment of Practice Internal Oral Exams done in the junior year

Assessment of Practice Assignments from Past Papers and new curriculum sample papers

in junior yearAssessment of daily class work in oral comprehension and response in the junior year

September Mock Exams in the senior year


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Assessment of Practice Internal Oral Exams in the senior year


in the senior year

Assessment of daily class work in oral comprehension and response in the senior year

French Ab initio

January Exam in the junior year

June Mock Exam on Paper 1 and Paper 2 in the junior year

Assessment of Practice Internal Oral Exams in the junior yearAssessment of Practice Assignments from Past Papers and new curriculum sample papers

in the junior year

Assessment of daily class work in oral comprehension and response in the junior year

January Exam in the senior year

June Mock Exam on Paper 1 and Paper 2 in the senior year



in the senior year


SPANISH

Spanish IB Language B

June Mock Exam in the junior year

Assessment of Practice Internal Oral Exams in the junior year

Assessment of Practice Assignments from Past Papers and new curriculum sample papers in

the junior year


September Mock Exam in the senior year



the senior year


SpanishAb initio

January Exam in the junior year

June Mock Exam on Paper 1 and Paper 2 in the junior yearAssessment of Practice Internal Oral Exams in the junior year


the junior year


January Exam in the senior year

June Mock Exam on Paper 1 and Paper 2 in the senior year



the senior year



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ARABIC

Arabic IB Standard Level

June Final Exam in junior year

In-class tests on reading comprehension in junior year

Assessment of writing skills in junior year

In-class tests on writing and oral expression in the senior year

Assessment of homework essays in the senior year

Assessment of reading comprehension in the senior year

CHINESE

Chinese IBAb initio

January Exam ( Paper 2 Essay) in the junior year

June Mock Exam Paper 1 and Paper 2 in the junior year

Assessment of Practice Internal Oral Exams in the junior yearAssessment of Practice Assignments from Past Papers and new curriculum sample papers

in the junior year


September Mock Exam in the senior year

January Mock Exam in the senior year

Written Tasks in the senior year



in the senior year


DIVISION OF HUMANITIES AND THE ARTS

IB ECONOMICS

June mock exam

Fall mock exams

The first two internal assessments completed in year 1

IB HISTORY

Unit Exams in Year 1 and Quarter 1 of Year 2Unit Research Investigations completed in Year 1.Students choice of options in Year 1 of HL/SL on unit assessmentsJune Mock Exam on skills of Paper 1, (content for paper 1 is taught in year 2) June Mock Exam on Paper 2 (for content of the syllabus studied up to that time)September progress on independent Internal Investigation (Parts A-D)September/October Mock Exam of senior yearThe IB Prediction does not include a full assessment of the content for HL Paper

3 on the Americas or the internal investigation, which is ultimately worth up to 25% of

their IB grade.


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IB PSYCHOLOGY

June mock exam

Fall mock exams

The first draft of the internal assessment completed in year 1

Assessment for paper 1 and paper 2 (unit 1) during year 1 and first semester of year 2

IB THEATRE

IB Theatre predictions for college application purposes are based on the mock exam grade at the

end of the junior year with modifications based on subsequent work that the senior candidate

completes in the Research Investigation, due in October of the second year.

IB VISUAL ARTS

IB Visual Arts predictions for college application purposes are based on the mock exam grade at

the end of the junior year with modifications based on subsequent work that the senior candidate

completes in both the Studio and Investigation Workbook components by the time the individual

predictions are requested

DIVISION OF MATH, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

IB MATH STUDIESthe final grade of the first year

the grade of the final exam in the first year

the mock exam early in the fall semester

IB MATH SL

the final grade of the first year


the mock exam early in the fall semester.

IB MATH HL





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IB BIOLOGY




IB CHEMISTRY




IB PHYSICS


the grade of the final exam in the first yearthe mock exam early in the fall semester.


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DIVISION OF LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE

COURSE OFFERINGS

They following a course number indicates a year-long course; s indicates a semester

course; anH signifies an Honors course or honors credit. Students must be recommendedfor an Honors course.

DEPARTMENT: ENGLISH

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

1018y-H English 9

Literature

1015y English 9Language

and Literature

1570y ESL 9

1028y-H English 10

Literature

1025y English 10Language

and Literature

1580y ESL 10

1035s Speech

1032s Writing

Seminar

1092y-H IB English

A Literature (Year 1)

1084y-H IB EnglishA Language and

Literature (Year 1)

1048-H Honors

Humanities (taken

in conjunction with

2048 H)

1019y World

Literature

1035s Speech

1032s Writing

Seminar

1088y-H IB English

ALiterature (Year

2/SL)1093y-H IB English

A Literature (Year

2/HL)

1082y-H IB English

A Language and

Literature (Year 2

/SL)

1083y-H IB English

A Language and

Literature (Year

2/HL)

1098y-H AP English

Literature and

Composition

1048-H Honors

Humanities (taken

in conjunction with

2048 H)

1050y-H World

Literature,

Leadership and

Ethics (in

conjunction with

Leadership and

Ethics)

1019y, World

Literature

1035s Speech

1032s WritingSeminar


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1018y-H English 9 Literature

This honors course will follow the same guidelines and objectives as English 9 Language and

Literature, but with greater demands upon the student with regard to the readings, critical

analysis, vocabulary, and writing assignments. Students considered for this course must display

academic and social maturity, as well as a keen interest in reading and the study of literature.

Students enrolled in English 9 Literature who receive two quarter grades of less than a C will be

subject to review for placement into the English 9 Language and Literature program.

Prerequisite: Students are eligible for English 9 Literature if they have at least a B+ average (87%

or better) in English LA 8AND teacher recommendation. Acceptance into English 9 Literature

requires approval of the English 9 Literature teacher and the students counselor.

1015y English 9 Language and Literature

Designed for the majority of the ninth grade population, this course focuses on some of the

classics in world literature. Students will sample writings from various cultures and periods from

which they will practice 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. An emphasis will be

placed on building a collegiate vocabulary and a working knowledge of literary terms. Writing

skills and language usage/mechanics concepts will be taught through drafting. 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. The grammar/writing component will also introduce

thesis statements, transitions and methods of organizing essays. In addition to a number of

written and oral presentations, an extensive independent interdisciplinary research project is

required.

1570y ESL 9

This course is for non-native speakers of English enrolled in English 9 Language and Literature who

need supplemental instruction in English vocabulary, grammar, reading comprehension, writing

and speaking. Students will also develop their skills in literary analysis, and they will practice

proper use of research sources. This is a non-credit-bearing course; however, the students grade

in the course will be recorded on the transcript.

1028y-H English 10 Literature

English 10 Literature is an honors course in American Literature that is integrated with American

Studies Honors. It is team-taught by two instructors. Known as the Combo, the course

challenges students to excel in writing, speaking, and listening and prepares them for entry into

eleventh grade IB or AP courses or programs. Each unit of study is integrated based on themes

and a series of essential questions posed to students. Interdisciplinary questions include: How

does society define us and how do we define society? What are the limits of liberty and freedom?

What makes us responsible citizens? What is happiness? What role do modern media play in

shaping our character? Unique features of this interdisciplinary American Studies honors course

include the Transcendentalism Symbol Project, the Consuming Happiness Project, the

Truman Trial, and the Human Rights and Social Consciousness Project. (Students must enroll

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Prerequisites: Students in English 9 Literature and European Studies (Honors credit) need to have

earned a B+ (87%) final grade in both courses and received teacher recommendation in order to

enroll in this course. Students in the English 9 Language and Literature and the European Studies

(non-Honors credit) courses need to have earned an A (93%) final grade and received teacher

recommendation in order to enroll in this course.

1025y English 10 Language and Literature

This course is intended for tenth grade native and non-native speakers of English. It focuses on

American writings from the age of the Puritans to the modern day. Students must have

completed English 9 Language and Literature to enroll in this course. Students will examine

techniques and concerns of representative poets, novelists, short story writers, essayists, and

playwrights. 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 essays of literary analysis on 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, as well as review grammatical problems at

the sentence level. Students will practice public speaking skills in a variety of ways. These include

group discussions, presentations, debate, acting, and reading aloud.

1580y ESL 10

This course is for non-native speakers of English enrolled in English 10 Language and literature

who need supplemental instruction in English vocabulary, grammar, reading comprehension,

writing and speaking. Students will also develop their skills in literary analysis, and they will

practice proper use of research sources. This is a non-credit-bearing course; however, the

students grade in the course will be recorded on the transcript.

1019y 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, a variety of short stories, selections from modern poetry,

and contemporary essays. Each year focuses on a different syllabus connected to world

literature. Through reading, discussing, and writing about the literature, students will be expected

to expand their vocabulary and understanding of literary writing skills. Grammar concepts will betaught through drafting and revision of essays and commentaries.

1035s Speech

Speech is an elective class for students in grades 10, 11 and 12. 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,

debate, oral interpretation of literature, duet acting, college interviews, news broadcasts and

non-verbal communication), students gain poise and self-confidence in front of an audience.


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Special attention is given to quality of both content and delivery, as well as to listening skills.

Students will be encouraged to prepare one piece of tournament quality for possible entry in the

annual Pan-Hellenic Forensics Competition.

There is no prerequisite for Speech.

1032s Writing Seminar

In this semester course students will develop their writing skills in a variety of genres. Students

will read and analyze several model essays by professional writers before beginning the process of

drafting and revising their own personal essays. This class is excellent preparation for the essay

writing required in the college application process. Students will also study examples of literary

genres such as poetry and fiction or non-fiction narratives in preparation for writing their own

creative pieces.

The course is open to students in grades 10, 11 and 12.

There is no prerequisite for Writing Seminar.

1098y-H AP English Literature and Composition

This course is for students in grade 12 who are able to read from a challenging syllabus of literary

texts quickly and with insight into themes and style. This is an intensive program in which

students read, discuss, and write analytical essays on ten or more texts during the year. The

purpose of the AP English Literature and Composition course is to foster and hone analytical

thinking and writing to prepare the student for the academic rigor of university courses. Reading

and writing skills will be refined through the exploration of texts from various literary eras,

traditions, and genres. Units will be divided thematically as students explore the universality of

human experience and thought. In addition to papers, oral projects, and specific AP practice

assignments, students are required to complete an extensive project based on independent

reading of at least three additional literary works not assigned in the course.

Prerequisite: The student must have a B average (85% or better) in English 10 Literature or

Humanities, or a B+ average (87% or better) in English 10 Language and Literature,AND teacher

recommendation. Acceptance into the course requires approval of the AP teacher and the

students advisor.

1048y-H Honors Humanities: English

Must be taken in conjunction with Honors Humanities 2048y-H (SS 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? Students in grades 11 or 12 may take one or both

years of the two-year cycle and may choose to receive either English credit or Social Studies

credit or Fine Arts Credit. Students enrolling in the course should possess strong skills in reading,

writing and analytic thinking. A unique feature of the course is the opportunity for extensive

field study both within and outside of Greece. This course will prepare students to sit for the APExam in English Literature and Composition.


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1050y-H World Literature, Leadership and Ethics Honors

Students must enroll concurrently in Leadership and Ethics 2041y-H

This senior course, taken in conjunction with Leadership and Ethics (S.S.), focuses on the

Themes of leadership, character, ethical and moral dilemmas and decision making in a wide

range of literature from around the world. Students will explore a variety of literary periods

and genres, including drama, novels, short stories, poetry, classic and contemporary essays

and speech, film and other media. Students will develop the skills of close analysis as they

write in many genres, participate in a wide array of speaking activities and create multi-media

projects that connect their understanding of the literary texts under study to the themes

developed in the Leadership and Ethics course. This course will also prepare interested

students to sit for AP Literature and Composition exam in May.

1092y-H IB English A Literature (Year One)

This is the first year of a two-year program preparing eleventh and twelfth 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 first part of the syllabus focuses on the theme The Search for Meaning and includes a study of

works in translation, as well as works of Classical Greek, Shakespearian and modern tragedy.

Students will develop commentary skills, both oral and written, in analyzing and commenting on

poetry and prose. They will also develop essay writing skills. 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.

Assessment is aligned with the IBO assessment criteria. IB Predictions are based on student

performance on IB assignments and mock exams.

Prerequisite: The student must have 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 IB English A Literature (Year Two - Standard Level)

1093y-H IB English A Literature (Year Two - Higher Level)

This is the second year of the two-year International Baccalaureate Program for students wishing

to take the IB English A Literature examination at the Standard or 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 well as the detailed study of

poetry and non-fiction prose. The internal assessment component of the two-year program will

be completed through the formal oral commentary and the formal written assignment will be

finalized.


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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.



Prerequisite for IB English A Literature Standard Level: Successful completion of the first year of

the courseAND teacher recommendation.

Prerequisite for IB English A Literature Higher Level: Successful completion of the first year of the

course, a grade of 5 or better on the June mock examAND teacher recommendation.

Note: If a student fails the June mock exam and is not a full IB student, s/he cannot enter year two

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 year one June mock exam, Full IB status may be withdrawn

taking into account performance in other courses.

1084y-H IBEnglish A Language and Literature (Year One)

This is the first year of a two-year program that prepares eleventh graders to take the

International Baccalaureate Language and Literature examination at either the Standard or the

Higher Level. IB English Language and Literature, Year One, is designed for native and non-native

speakers of English. The focus of this course is the study of literature, the development of

language in social and cultural contexts, approached through prescribed literary texts and a range

of non-literary texts and other media. Evaluation will be based on essays, written and oral

comparative 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.



Prerequisite: The student must have 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.

Note: If a student fails the June mock exam and is not a full IB student, s/he cannot enter year twoof the class. S/he can enter the first year of another class for ACS Athens credit.

1082y-H IB English A Language and Literature (Year Two Standard Level)

1083y-H IB English A Language and Literature (Year Two Higher Level)

This is the second year of the two-year International Baccalaureate Program that prepares twelfth

graders to take the IB English Language and Literature examination at either the Standard or

Higher Level. The IB English Language and Literature, Year Two, course is for native and non-

native speakers of English. The course balances two units of study over one year. The course

includes a Language and Mass Communication unit, and a Literature Critical Studyunit. Internal

evaluation will be based on essays, written and oral commentaries, oral presentations, an oral

exam, and a mid-year IB mock exam.


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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.


performance on IB assignments and mock exams. Prerequisite for IB English Language and

Literature,Year Two, Standard or Higher Level: Completion of IB English Language and Literature

Year One with a grade of B (85% or better)AND teacher recommendation. Students considered forthis course must display both academic and social maturity.

Note: To register for higher-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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DEPARTMENT: GREEK / LANGUAGE A


6146y, 6148y-H

Greek 9 Language

and Literature

6147y, 6149y-H

Greek10 Language

and Literature

6153y-H

Greek IB A Language

and Literature (Yr 1)

6155y-H

Greek IB A Language

and Literature (Yr 2

SL)6156y-H

Greek IB A Language

and Literature (Year

2 HL)

6146y, 6148y-H Greek 9 Language and Literature

This course is offered to native and competent speakers of the Greek language. This is a literature

and language course that promotes an appreciation of the wealth of the language and facilitates

the clear expression of ideas. Students are introduced to a variety of texts (literature, poetry,articles, history), through which they develop their ability to engage in close analysis, make

relevant connections to the present and understand the various functions and register of the

language.

Emphasis is also placed on the use of advanced grammatical structure and refined vocabulary in

both written and oral speech. Concerning writing, students will use the prewriting process of

brainstorming ideas, drafting and revising. They will learn to understand the focus of the topic,

develop and organize their ideas, support their ideas with persuasive evidence or arguments, and

finally to use refined vocabulary, appropriate register and advanced grammatical and syntactical

structures in their writing.

Through reading, students will be able to appreciate the text by understanding its meaning, its

register and hidden messages, and by analysing various issues that the author brings forward for

discussion. Concerning listening and speaking, students will be able to interact through debates

and project presentations, supporting their opinion with substantial evidence or arguments and

using a wide range of refined vocabulary.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Language Arts 8 (or Gymnasiou of the Greek School),

teacher recommendation and / or placement test.

6147y, 6149y-H Greek 10 Language and Literature

This is a continuation of the Greek Language Arts program. It is a course for native or near-native

speakers dealing mainly with selected works of literature and preparing students for the Greek IB

A Language and Literature two-year Honors program. Writing, reading, listening and speaking are

developed at an advanced level according to the Pre-IB course requirements.

Emphasis, however, is placed on the literary analysis of the works studied, which encourages

students to appreciate the different perspectives of people and the stylistic and aesthetic

qualities of the texts. Commentaries, essays and book reviews are the major assignments

students are familiarized with. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Greek 9 Language and

Literature (or Gymnasiou of the Greek School), teacher recommendation and/or placement test.


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6153y-H Greek IB A Language and Literature (Year 1)

This is the first of a two-year Honors program for eleventh graders who are native or near-native

speakers to prepare students for the IB Greek Language and Literature exam. Language and

literature is a Group 1 course taught in two years. The focus of this course is directed towards

developing and understanding the constructed nature of meanings generated by language and

the function of context in this process. The course comprises four parts; two relate to the study of

language and two to the study of literature. The program followed is prescribed by the

International Baccalaureate Organization. The model for language A: Language and Literature isthe same at Standard Level and Higher Level, but there are significant quantitative and

qualitative differences between the levels.

The aims of the Language A: Language and Literature course are to introduce students to a range

of texts from different periods, styles and genres; to develop in students the ability to engage in

close, detailed analysis of individual texts and make relevant connections; and to develop the

students powers of expression, both in oral and written communication. Furthermore,the

program encourages students to recognize the importance of the contexts in which texts are

written and received. Through the study of texts, it encourages an appreciation of the different

perspectives of people from other cultures, and how these perspectives construct meaning,teaching the students to appreciate the formal, stylistic and aesthetic qualities of texts. It also

promotes in students an enjoyment of, and lifelong interest in, language and literature; develops

in students an understanding of how language, culture and context determine the ways in which

meaning is constructed in text; and encourages students to think critically about the different

interactions between text, audience and purpose.

The assessment is alligned with the IBO assessment criteria. Predictions are based on Paper 1 and

Paper 2 tests and mocks, oral presentations and Written tasks.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Greek 10 Language and Literature, teacher

recommendation and/or placement test.

6155y-H Greek IB A Language and Literature Standard Level (Year 2)

6156y-H Greek IB A Language and Literature Higher Level (Year 2)

This is the second of a two year Honors program for twelfth graders who are native or near-native

speakers to prepare students for the Greek IB A Language and Literature exam. Language and

Literature is a Group 1 course taught in two years. The focus of this course is directed towards

developing and understanding the constructed nature of meanings generated by language and

the function of context in this process. The course comprises four parts, two relate to the study of

language and two to the study of literature.

The program followed is prescribed by the International Baccalaureate Organization. The model

for Language A: Language and Literature is the same at Standard Level and at Higher Level, but

there are significant quantitative and qualitative differences between the levels.

The aims of the Language A: Language and Literature course are to introduce students to a range

of texts from different periods, styles and genres; to develop in students the ability to engage in

close, detailed analysis of individual texts and make relevant connections: and to develop the

students powers of expression, both in oral and written communication. Furthermore, the

program encourages students to recognize the importance of the contexts in which texts are

written and received.


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Through the study of texts, it encourages an appreciation of the different perspectives of people

from other cultures, and how these perspectives construct meaning, teaching the students to

appreciate the formal, stylistic and aesthetic qualities of texts.

It also promotes in students an enjoyment of, and lifelong interest in, language and literature;

develops in students an understanding of how language, culture and context determine the ways

in which meaning is constructed in the text; and encourages students to think critically about the

different interactions between text, audience and purpose. The assessment is aligned with the

IBO assessment criteria. Predictions are based on Paper 1 and Paper 2 tests and mocks, oral

presentations and written tasks.

Full IB candidates who take examinations in both English A and Greek A may earn a bilingual

diploma.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Greek IB A Language and Literature (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/hecannot 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 higher 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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DEPARTMENT: GREEK / LANGUAGE B


6145y, 6144y-H

Greek 4

6048y, 6047y-H

Greek 5

6048y, 6047y-H

Greek 5

6049y, 6050y-H

Greek 6

6049y, 6050y-H

Greek 6

6152y, 6151y-H

Greek 7

6152y, 6151y-H

Greek 7

6145y , 6144y-H Greek 4

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. The five skills: reading, writing, listening, speaking and

viewing are expanded to a more advanced level. More complicated grammatical structures areintroduced. The objective of the course is to enable students to develop skills of reading and

writing through selected texts including literature, and speaking and listening through short oral

narrations and dialogues. Students will use the writing process to develop their ideas in writing.

They will focus on the organization of their ideas, and on improving their use of language. In

developing reading skills, they will understand the reading process and will work with the

interpretation of a variety of texts. Use of listening and speaking strategies for different purposes

is part of this course.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Greek 3, teacher recommendation and/or placement test.

The students must have a spoken Greek background.

6048y, 6047y-H Greek 5

This is a language, literature and culture course for advanced students that are near-native or

non- native speakers. Continuing the study of the Greek language (vocabulary, grammar and

syntax, paragraph and essay writing), through a variety of texts, students will work on units which

will help them enrich their vocabulary, practice what they have already learned, progress in both

grammar and syntax and develop those skills necessary for written and oral communication. The

focus is on all the language skills (writing, reading, speaking and listening). Concerning writing,

they will be able to use the prewriting process of brainstorming ideas, drafting and revising. They

will learn to understand the focus of the topic and to develop and organize their ideas, using a

wide variety of vocabulary.

In reading, they will be able to appreciate the text by understanding its meaning and by

comparing and contrasting various issues of concern to the present day. Presentation of projects

and class discussions will enhance their speaking skills and develop a solid vocabulary for listening

comprehension.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Greek 4, teacher recommendation and / or placement test.


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6049y, 6050y-H Greek 6

This course is offered to students who have achieved Greek proficiency but need support in

strengthening their language skills. The objective of the course is to enable students to further

develop writing, reading, listening, speaking and viewing skills and to introduce them to selected

texts from Greek Literature. Reading comprehension, projects and oral presentations on specific

historical periods the literary texts refer to, as well as grammar and language exercises according

to the students needs, are the major assignments given.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Greek 5, teacher recommendation and/or placement test.

6152y, 6151y-H Greek 7

This course is offered to students with a well-developed Greek backgroundor advanced

language skills in Greekwho wish to continue Greek in eleventh and twelfth grade or do not

wish to take an IB Greek course. It is a rotating program in which students become acquainted

with history and various literature texts that pertain to the particular historical period studied,

and develop a sense of how language is used in its various functions.

Emphasis is on strengthening the students knowledge of the Greek language and culture through

systematic practice of the writing and speaking skills. Students are taught to use the prewriting

process of brainstorming ideas, drafting and revising. They are taught to understand the focus of

the topic and to develop and organize their ideas, using a wide variety of vocabulary and

grammatical structures. Through reading, students will learn how to appreciate the text by

understanding the meaning of it, and by comparing and contrasting various issues of concern to

the present day.

Students who follow this program may participate in Exams for the Certification of

Ellinomatheia (B1, B2, C1, C2)

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Greek 6, teacher recommendation and / or placement test.


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DEPARTMENT: MODERN LANGUAGES / FRENCH


6012y French 2

6013y French 3

6013y French 3

6011y, 6017y-H

French 4

6011y, 6017y-H

French4

6115y-H French 5:

IB Language BSL/HL Year 1

6119y-H French 6:

IB Language B

SL Year 2

6120y-H French 6:

IB Language B

HL Year 2

6114y-H French

Abinitio Year 2

6012y French 2

This course is open to students in grades 9-11. It serves as a transition either for students who

have completed French 1 IBAb initio in the high school but are not ready to continue with French

Ab initio Year Two or for students just arriving from the Middle School having taken French 1 in

eighth grade. 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.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of French 1 Ab Initio or Middle School French 1.

6013y French 3

This course is a continuation of the high school French 2 program and also serves as a transition

for students entering the high school from the ACS Middle School or from other schools. Thecourse 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 French.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of French 2 or the Middle School Program and teacher

recommendation.

6011y, 6017y-H French 4

This course introduces and defines the IB themes of change, leisure, and the individual and is

therefore considered as a pre-IB course. The course is based on analyses of short texts, articles,

world events, music and newspapers, as well as further development of grammar and vocabulary.

There is an intense grammar review and individual and group oral presentations. After

successfully completing this course students are eligible for the French IB program.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of French 3 and teacher recommendation.


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6115y-H French 5 IB Language B SL/HL Year 1

This course is a continuation of the French 4 course for students ready to start the IB program. It

is the first year of a two-year program based on the IB prescribed syllabus that prepares students

to take the International Baccalaureate Language B exam at the end of their senior year. There

will be a continued emphasis on advanced vocabulary and cultural and historical readings. Articles

from magazines and newspapers will be also on the daily program. Students will continue to

develop oral proficiency through individual and group presentations. Upon successful completion

of this course students will be eligible to enter the exam year of this IB program.


6119y-H French 6 IB Language B SL Year 2

6120y-H French 6 IB Language B HL Year 2

This course is a continuation of French 5 for students ready to continue the IB program. There will

be a continued emphasis on advanced vocabulary and cultural and historical readings. Articles

from magazines and newspapers will be also on the daily program. Students will continue to

develop oral proficiency through individual presentations and internal oral assessment. After

completing this course, students will sit for the IB Language B exam at either the Standard Level

or the Higher Level.


6114y-H FrenchAb initio Year 2

This course is the second year of the IB French Ab initio standard level program. It is

designed for seniors, who have the option to sit for the IB subsidiary level examination

offered in May after finishing the two-year IB program. This class is a skill-building course.

Students are expected to demonstrate the communicative skills of listening, speaking,

reading and writing in everyday situations.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of IB French Ab initio Year 1.


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DEPARTMENT: MODERN LANGUAGES / SPANISH


6023y Spanish 1

Ab initio

6022y Spanish 2

6124y Spanish 36130y, 6127y-H

Spanish 4

6023y Spanish 1

Abinitio

6022y Spanish 2

6124y Spanish 36130y, 6127y-H

Spanish 4

6131y, 6132y-H

Spanish 5

6023y Spanish 1

Ab initio

6022y Spanish 2

6124y Spanish 36130y, 6127y-H

Spanish 4

6131y, 6132y-H

Spanish 5

6126y-H Spanish 6:

IB Language B

Year 1

6122y-H IB Spanish 2

Ab initio

6124y Spanish 3

6130y, 6127y-HSpanish 4

6131y, 6132y-H

Spanish 5

6126y-H Spanish 6:

IB Language B

Year 1

6134y-H Spanish 7:

IB Language B

Year 2/SL

6135y-H Spanish 7:

IB Language B

Year 2/ HL

6136y-H Spanish 7 AP

6023y Spanish 1 ( Ab initio)

This is the first year of the two-year IB Spanish Ab initio standard level program. It is

designed for students who have no previous experience with the language. Seniors have theoption to sit for the IB subsidiary level examination offered in may after finishing the two-

year IB program. Students in grade 9 or grade 10 also can take this course before continuing

with the higher Spanish B language program. This is a skill-building course. Students are

expected to demonstrate the communicative skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing

in everyday situations.

6122y-H IB Spanish 2 (Ab initio)

This is the second year of the two-year Spanish Ab initio Standard Level Program. It is designed

either for students who have had two years of previous experience with the language or for

students that have satisfactorily completed the first year of the Ab Initio Standard level program.

After finishing this course the students will sit for the IB subsidiary level examination offered in

May. This is a skill-building course. Students are expected to demonstrate the

communicative skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing in everyday situations.

6022y Spanish 2

This course is a continuation of Spanish 1Ab initio. It is open to students in grades 9-11 who have

either completed Spanish 1 IBAb initio in the high school or are arriving from the Middle School

having taken Spanish 1 in eighth grade.


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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 in dialogues and vocabulary 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 1 (IB Ab Initio ), or Middle School Spanish 1, or a

placement test and teacher recommendation

6124y Spanish 3

This course is a continuation of Spanish 2 (High School), or the Spanish 2 Middle School program.

The 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 Middle School Program and teacher

recommendation.

6130y, 6127y-H Spanish 4

This course introduces and defines the IB themes of change, leisure, and the individual, and is

therefore considered a pre-IB course. The course is based on analyses of short texts, articles,

world events, music and newspapers, as well as further development of grammar and vocabulary.

There is an intense grammar review and individual and group oral presentations. Following this

course, students are able to place into IB Spanish B, Standard Level, Spanish 5 or the Spanish AP

class.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Spanish 3 or the Middle School Program and teacher

recommendation.

6131y, 6132y-H Spanish 5

This course is a continuation of Spanish 4 and is designed for students not yet ready (grade level)

for the IB or AP program. There will be a continued emphasis on advanced grammar structure,

syntax, vocabulary and cultural and historical readings. More focus will be given also to oral

proficiency through individual and group presentations. Following this course, students are able

to place into IB Spanish B, Standard Level or Higher Level, or the Spanish AP class.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Spanish 4 or teacher recommendation.

6126y-H Spanish 6 IB Language B Year 1

This is the first year of the Spanish IB language B program. The IB lan guage B program is

designed to be studied over two years by students who have had at least four years of

previous experience with the language. Spanish IB language B year 1 can be taken by a

student to keep in touch with the language in an intelligent, informative and creative way;

and/or as the first year of the two-year program that prepares students to take the ib exam

in May of the senior year. This is a skill-building course. Students are expected to

demonstrate the communicative skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing in complex

grammatical structures.


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6134y-H Spanish 7 IB Language B Year 2/ Standard Level

6135y-H Spanish 7 IB Language B Year 2/ Higher Level

6136y-H Spanish 7 AP Spanish

This is the second year of the Spanish IB language B program. It is designed for students who

have satisfactorily completed the first year of the Spanish IB language B program and are

preparing to take the IB exam in May at either the standard level or the higher level. This is

a skill-building course. Students are expected to demonstrate the communicative skills of

listening, speaking, reading and writing in complex grammatical structures. The students also

develop a critical approach to the literature, art, and civilization of Spain and the Latin

American countries. Students in this class may choose to sit for the AP Spanish exam.


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DEPARTMENT: MODERN LANGUAGES /ARABIC


6072y Arabic 3 6074y, 6074y-H

Arabic 4

6075y-H Arabic 5:

IB SL Year 1

6071y-H Arabic 6:

IB SL Year 2

6072y Arabic 3

This course is designed for students at an intermediate level who wish to develop their skills in

speaking, writing and reading Arabic. Students must have a spoken Arabic background and some

competence in various language skills. Assessments will focus on oral expression, spelling,

reading and translation.

Prerequisite: The student must be a native speaker of Arabic.

6074y-H, 6074y-H Arabic 4

The course is for students at an advanced level who wish to further develop their skills in the

Arabic language and to learn more about Arabic literature and culture. Units will emphasize an

appreciation of various pieces of creative writing through the study of Arabic literature, both

ancient and modern. Students will also study Arabic culture and civilization from a historical

perspective. Assessments will focus on reading, spelling, translation and essay writing.

Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.

6075y-H Arabic 5 IB Standard Level, Year 1

This is the first year of the two-ye

academy program of studies 2012-2013

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