OUR LEARNING ENGINE: INNOVATIVE GLOBAL CITIZENS | HONORS
CLASSES | DIPLOMA PATHWAYS OVERVIEW
INTRODUCTION
This course catalogue outlines the progression of Escola Concept High School courses across each discipline and illustrates the diverse pathways learners may pursue toward graduation. In order to be eligible for graduation and an Escola Concept Diploma, learners are required each year to take one course from each of the core disciplines—English, Portuguese, Social Science, Mathematics, and Science— ensuring both depth and breadth of study. All core courses including Core Electives receive a Concept Grade and are reported in official transcripts.
The Core Elective block offers multiple choices–including various Advanced Placement (AP) courses– from which students make one choice. The Core Electives cover various curricular strands such as English, the social sciences, the arts and computer science.
All learners also enroll in Project Mentorship, a hallmark of Concept’s personalized and project-based learning model, as well as a Creative Hub class that meets daily to foster exploration and innovation through a variety of experiences. At each grade level, learners also have a Body Movement class in order to stay healthy and create a lifelong fitness habit.
Escola Concept’s High School program offers flexible pathways that lead to the completion of six diploma options, while fulfilling global expectations for secondary study. These pathways are designed to help learners connect knowledge with action, creativity with rigor, and personal purpose with community impact. The diploma options will be outlined for learners in advisory classes and through consultation with counselors and academic performance coaches.
OUR LEARNING ENGINE
Innovative Global Citizens
In High School, our learning engine—Innovative Global Citizens—defines both who we are and what powers our learning. It reflects our commitment to curiosity, creativity, and responsible action in a complex world. Through inquiry, collaboration, and real-world application, learners engage deeply with ideas that connect disciplines and challenge assumptions. Every course and experience at Escola Concept is designed to cultivate the knowledge, empathy, and innovation needed to lead purposeful lives and contribute meaningfully to a global community.
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HONORS CLASSES
In all courses, an opportunity for Honors is offered and noted on transcripts, indicating that a learner has taken on additional challenge and enrichment within that course.
In AP courses, learners achieve Honors by declaring their intent to sit for the official AP Exam and by completing additional assignments for enhanced preparation, including an independent research paper (submitted for publication) and a public presentation.
In non-AP courses, learners may earn Honors through a similar process— conducting independent research, publishing their work in a grade-level journal, and sharing their findings through a public presentation.
DIPLOMA PATHWAYS OVERVIEW
Escola Concept offers six distinct diploma options that reflect our commitment to innovation, rigor, and global citizenship. Each pathway provides learners with unique opportunities to develop the skills and mindsets needed for success in universities around the world and in life beyond school.
Concept Diploma – Recognizes completion of the full Escola Concept High School program, encompassing BNCC-aligned coursework, interdisciplinary projects, and mentorship.
AP Capstone Diploma – Awarded by the College Board to learners who complete AP Seminar, AP Research, and four additional AP courses, demonstrating excellence in research and academic writing.
AP International Diploma (APID) – Honors learners who achieve exceptional results across multiple AP disciplines, highlighting international academic depth and breadth.
Global Citizen Diploma (GCD) – Celebrates engagement with Concept’s pillars— Collaboration, Sustainability, Digital Fluency, and Entrepreneurship—through service, leadership, and intercultural learning.
Innovation Diploma – Offered in partnership with Design Tech High School (d.tech), this four-year program develops design thinking and real-world impact through long-term, learner-led projects.
American High School Diploma – Offered through partnership with Providence Country Day (PCD) Global Academy, this dual-diploma pathway provides learners with a U.S. credential recognized by universities worldwide.
NEW AND NOTEWORTHY IN 2026
COURSE ALIGNMENT | DIGITAL FLUENCY CONTINUUM | HONORS
COURSES | ADVISORY PROGRAM | EXPANDED CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES
COURSE ALIGNMENT
The 2026 course offerings in each subject represent a restructuring and refinement–a continuous process at the school– based on departmental collaboration, international standards, alignment with the Brazilian curriculum, and the AP Program. While the subject choices may suggest a particular “pathway,” all courses are appropriate preparation for university programs throughout the world as well as the future world of work.
DIGITAL FLUENCY CONTINUUM
This year, Escola Concept will offer a suite of courses that aligns with our Digital Fluency Pillar, supporting learners in developing confidence, creativity, and ethical awareness in an increasingly digital world. While digital fluency is integrated into all of our courses, this continuum of electives offers a more concentrated focus on the digital world. Through options such as AI and Future Literacies in the Creative Hub and the Core Elective courses AP Computer Science Principles and AP Computer Science A, learners explore how technology shapes communication, problem-solving, and innovation—preparing them to lead and learn in a connected global community
HONORS COURSES
The Honors option described above represents an exciting enhancement to the academic challenge and opportunities offered in the high school. This initiative allows any learner to pursue deeper inquiry, independent thinking, and extended research within their existing courses. It also aligns with a growing emphasis on developing strong research and analytical skills—qualities highly valued by universities worldwide. Representatives from leading institutions consistently highlight the ability to conduct in-depth research as one of the most sought-after skills in prospective learners.
ADVISORY PROGRAM
The advisory program, described more fully below, represents an important step in strengthening our commitment to connection, belonging, and learner well-being. Designed to ensure that every learner feels known, cared for, and valued, advisory provides dedicated time for reflection, collaboration, and personal growth. Through regular meetings and meaningful conversations, learners build self-awareness, empathy, and agency—skills that support both their academic success and their development as compassionate, responsible members of the Concept community.
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EXPANDED CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES
Though not outlined below, an expanded after school learner-led club program has been developed based on discussions of learner interests. The process will begin at the beginning of the 2026 school year when learners plan clubs, recruit a faculty advisory, and prepare to offer their clubs to other learners.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
HIGH SCHOOL DAILY SCHEDULE | GUIDED INDEPENDENT STUDY | ADVISORY PROGRAM | COURSE SELECTION PROCESS | COURSE AVAILABILITY AND CORRECTIONS | TAKING UPPER-GRADE-LEVEL COURSES
HIGH SCHOOL DAILY SCHEDULE
Our high school follows a 6 day block schedule rotation. This means that learners meet with each of their educators/each discipline every other day. Additionally, learners meet with their advisory class every day. Once per week, the schedule allows for an extended advisory period as well as a structured “Flex and Focus” period for individual educator office hours, learning support, educator or learner-led workshops, exam preparation or other activities.
GUIDED INDEPENDENT STUDY
Grade 11 and 12 learners have guided independent study blocks built into their schedules. This block is time that allows learners to access personal, academic, or college application support while also providing opportunities to collaborate with classmates and build connections with their peers. Independent study blocks also offer guided study for external exams such as SAT and Vestibular.
ADVISORY PROGRAM
The high school advisory program ensures that every learner feels known, cared for, and valued. Advisory serves as a consistent space for reflection, mentorship, and connection—anchored in the belief that meaningful relationships and purpose-driven learning are essential to growth. Drawing on the Project Wayfinder framework, learners engage in activities that build self-awareness, empathy, adaptability, and agency while exploring questions of identity and purpose.
Advisory also provides structured mentorship for learners pursuing the Global Citizen Diploma, supporting them as they document experiences, reflect on impact, and set personal goals aligned with the school’s values. In addition, advisory integrates career and college counseling through the W.A.K.E. framework—Wonder, Act, Know, and Execute—guiding learners from exploration to action as they envision their future pathways.
Each advisory group consists of learners in the same grade who work with the same faculty advisory. Advisors every day for 20 minutes with their groups to nurture a sense of belonging and to provide academic, social, and emotional guidance. Once per week Advisory will meet for 40 minutes in order to accommodate longer learning sessions, presentations, assemblies and other activities.
Advisory strengthens learners’ sense of identity and connection to the community, helping them navigate the challenges and opportunities of adolescence while preparing them for life beyond school.
COURSE SELECTION PROCESS
Selecting courses is an important opportunity for learners to shape their learning journey with purpose and reflection. After reviewing the information in this guide, learners should consider available choices that reflect their interests, offer balance, and help to prepare them for the future.
Before selecting courses, learners are encouraged to discuss their choices with parents, educators, and academic leaders. Conversations about goals, workload, and future pathways help ensure that selections align with both university aspirations and personal growth. Learners should understand that in early years of high school, the program is mostly common for all learners in order to give everyone a base for future study. Learners will have a choice of electives. At higher grade levels learners will begin to make choices that more closely align with their post high school plans. It is important to note that all pathways offer the opportunity for global study.
Course selection will take place using an online form (such as a Google Form) shared by the school. During the designated selection period, learners will be able to review available courses by subject area and submit their choices for the upcoming school year.Learners should come to prepared with a clear plan before completing the form in school.
All educators and members of leadership as well as the College and Career Counseling office are available to answer questions or offer guidance during the process. Once selections are submitted, learners will have a limited opportunity to review or make adjustments before schedules are finalized.
COURSE AVAILABILITY AND CORRECTIONS
Any electives or offerings within a department are subject to change and to availability. A minimum number of 8-10 learners is required to offer a course, so there is the possibility that a course may be made unavailable and another choice will have to be made by the learner. Any change or course correction requests should primarily be for where there is an error (i.e. missing course, duplicate class) or a level misplacement.
Changes in classes at the start of the school year are discouraged and are subject to availability in enrollment. There will be no changes to course choices after the first two weeks of school.
TAKING UPPER-GRADE-LEVEL COURSES
In exceptional cases, learners may request to take a course at a higher level. These requests are subject to approval by the department and the leadership team and are based on a combination of the following: academic preparation, standardized test results and social-emotional readiness.
Course descriptions are subject to change based on learning needs and school discretion.
The Grade 9 English Language and Literature course marks the beginning of a literary and personal journey, inviting learners to explore questions such as: Who am I becoming, and how do stories help us make sense of our journeys? How do authors use storytelling to explore personal growth and transformation? Through fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and media, learners examine themes of identity, change, and discovery while developing foundational skills in literary and rhetorical analysis. The course also emphasizes authentic expression through writing, discussion, and presentation, helping learners strengthen their voice, think critically, and connect their own experiences to the wider world of literature. English 9
GRADE 10
Language and Literature 10
The Grade 10 English Language and Literature course engages learners in critical inquiry, argumentation, and advanced literacy practices through the guiding questions: How do the choices we make—and those we don’t—shape who we become? How do authors and thinkers represent voice, choice, power, and complexity? Learners explore fiction, nonfiction, and contemporary issues, developing the ability to communicate with clarity, purpose, and impact. Through reading, discussion, and writing across multiple genres, learners strengthen their analytical and rhetorical skills, deepening their understanding of how language can both reflect and transform human experience.
GRADE 11
AP Language and Composition
AP English Language and Composition is a college-level course that develops learners’ skills in analyzing, writing, and synthesizing complex texts. Emphasizing rhetorical purpose and audience, the course explores the overarching theme of relationships and connections through the questions: How are people, stories, and societies connected? and How do authors reveal the interdependence of ideas, individuals, and systems? Learners examine how people and texts influence one another, drawing on literature and nonfiction to explore intertextuality and the interconnectedness of ideas. Their writing becomes increasingly sophisticated as they synthesize sources, build nuanced arguments, and engage in academic discourse that highlights how language both shapes and reflects human connection.
GRADE 12
AP Literature and Composition
AP English Literature and Composition is a college-level course that deepens learners’ understanding of how writers use language to convey meaning, evoke emotion, and illuminate the human condition. Through close reading, analysis, and discussion, learners engage with fiction, poetry, and drama from diverse eras and voices, exploring how literature both reflects and shapes experience. At Escola Concept, this study connects to Grade 12’s broader inquiry: What kind of future do I imagine—for myself and for the world? and How do authors use language to reimagine reality, challenge norms, or envision transformation? Learners explore texts ranging from speculative fiction to philosophical essays and multimedia works that examine identity, society, and legacy. Literary study is paired with creative and critical writing that blends interpretation with original expression, as learners synthesize ideas and craft writing that is both analytical and personally meaningful.
LÍNGUA PORTUGUESA
DISCIPLINE DESCRIPTION BY GRADE LEVEL
LÍNGUA PORTUGUESA
G9
G10
G11
G12
Língua Portuguesa 9
GRADE 9
Língua Portuguesa 9
Língua Portuguesa 10
Língua Portuguesa 11
Língua Portuguesa 12
O curso de Língua Portuguesa do 9º ano consolida a formação linguística, crítica e autoral dos estudantes, preparando-os para uma participação ativa e reflexiva na vida social, cultural e acadêmica. Os alunos aprimoram sua capacidade de ler, argumentar, produziredialogarcomintencionalidade,consciênciaeresponsabilidade.
Alinhado à Base Nacional Comum Curricular (BNCC), o curso desenvolve competências de autoria textual, análise discursiva e engajamento ético por meio de práticas de leitura crítica, escrita argumentativa, debates, projetos autorais e produçãomultimidiática.Alinguagemétratadacomoinstrumentodeaçãosocialede construçãodeidentidades.
GRADE 10
Língua Portuguesa 10
O curso de Língua Portuguesa do 1º ano do Ensino Médio tem como foco a construção da identidade discursiva dos estudantes, aliada à compreensão crítica da linguagem em suas múltiplas funções sociais. Por meio de textos literários, midiáticos, acadêmicos e digitais, os estudantes desenvolvem repertório expressivo, argumentativoeanalítico.
AlinhadoàBaseNacionalComumCurricular(BNCC),ocursopromovealeituracrítica, a autoria textual, a participação cidadã e o uso ético e criativo das tecnologias. A linguagem é explorada como forma de expressão individual e coletiva, como instrumentodeparticipaçãoetransformaçãosocial.
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GRADE 11
Língua Portuguesa 11
O curso de Língua Portuguesa do 2º ano do Ensino Médio propõe o aprofundamento da leitura crítica e da produção discursiva voltada para a análise das relações entre linguagem, sociedade e poder. Os estudantes são estimulados a compreender como os discursos moldam o mundo social e a responder a eles com autoria, responsabilidadeepropósito.
Alinhado à Base Nacional Comum Curricular (BNCC), o curso promove práticas de leitura, escrita e oralidade que valorizam o posicionamento ético e o engajamento social. A linguagem é trabalhada como ferramenta de escuta, resistência e transformação, por meio de textos literários, midiáticos e institucionais, bem como deproduçõesmultimidiáticas.
GRADE 12
Língua Portuguesa 12
O curso de Língua Portuguesa do 3º ano do Ensino Médio é voltado à consolidação das competências discursivas, autorais e críticas dos estudantes. Ele articula linguagem, identidade e projeto de vida, promovendo a reflexão sobre escolhas pessoais,inserçãosocialeperspectivasdefuturo.
Alinhado à Base Nacional Comum Curricular (BNCC), o curso estimula a autoria, a argumentação, a escuta ativa e a produção textual e multimodal como práticas de cidadania, expressão e atuação no mundo. O uso da linguagem ganha sentido em projetos reais, apresentações públicas e comunicação com impacto social e acadêmico.
SOCIAL SCIENCES
DISCIPLINE DESCRIPTION BY GRADE LEVEL
SOCIAL SCIENCES
Social Sciences 9
AP Seminar: Ancient and Medieval History and Geography
AP Human Geography
AP World History: Modern
AP Macroencomics
Brazilian Studies 1: Pre-Colonial and Colonial History, Sociology and Geography
Brazilian Studies 2: Post-Colonial to Contemporary History, Sociology and Geography
GRADE 9
Social Sciences 9: Brazil and the World
Social Sciences 9: Brazil and the World examines global history, political systems, and social change from the 19th century to the present through the lens of Brazil’s cultural and historical identity. Learners explore how industrialization, imperialism, revolutions, and globalization have shaped societies, connecting these global movements to Brazil’s own development and place in the world. The course emphasizes critical inquiry, comparative analysis, and interdisciplinary study, helping learners recognize how geography, culture, and politics intersect to influence human progress. Through an understanding of our own context, we have a better understanding of world social and historical issues—seeing history not as distant events, but as living forces that continue to shape citizenship and global interdependence today.
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GRADE 10
AP Seminar: Ancient and Medieval History and Geography
AP Seminar is a foundational AP Capstone course that builds skills in research, analysis, and evidence-based argumentation. Learners investigate real-world issues, evaluate multiple perspectives, and communicate their ideas through writing and presentation. As the grade 10 social science offering, the course deepens understanding of historical transformations, political structures, economic systems, and cultural exchanges from early civilizations to the Middle Ages. Geographical analysis—of landscapes, trade routes, resources, and environmental change— provides a spatial lens for exploring how societies developed, expanded, and interacted. Aligned with local and international standards, it fosters critical thinking, civic engagement, and global awareness through case studies, primary sources, and project-based inquiry.
GRADE 11 AND 12
Learners may choose one course in grade 11 and another in grade 12. Choose one of the following:
AP Human Geography
AP Human Geography is a college-level course that examines how humans understand, use, and transform the Earth’s surface. Learners explore spatial patterns and processes that shape culture, migration, urbanization, agriculture, and economic systems across the globe. Through maps, data analysis, and case studies, they learn to think critically about human-environment interactions and the forces that connect societies. At Escola Concept, the course also aligns with BNCC competencies by promoting geographic reasoning, cultural awareness, and sustainability—helping learners link global patterns to local realities in Brazil and beyond.
AP World History: Modern
AP World History: Modern is a college-level course that explores global developments from c. 1200 CE to the present, emphasizing patterns of interaction among societies, cultures, economies, and political systems. learners learn to analyze historical evidence, make connections across regions and periods, and construct arguments grounded in primary and secondary sources. At Escola Concept, the course aligns with BNCC competencies by fostering critical thinking, cultural understanding, and global citizenship—encouraging learners to connect historical processes to contemporary social, political, and ethical issues in Brazil and the wider world.
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AP Macroencomics
AP Macroeconomics introduces learners to the principles of economics that apply to entire economic systems, focusing on national income, price determination, economic growth, and international trade. Students examine how policy decisions and market forces shape outcomes such as employment, inflation, and fiscal stability. The course emphasizes analytical and quantitative reasoning, using models, data interpretation, and real-world case studies to explore how governments and institutions manage resources and respond to change. Through inquiry, discussion, and applied problemsolving, learners develop a deeper understanding of global interdependence and the economic choices that influence societies, preparing them for university-level study in economics, business, or the social sciences.
Brazilian Studies 1: Pre-Colonial and Colonial History, Sociology and Geography
Brazilian Studies 1 introduces learners to the diverse peoples, cultures, and systems that shaped Brazil from its Indigenous civilizations through the colonial period. The course explores social, political, economic, cultural, and sociological transformations resulting from encounters among Indigenous peoples, Africans, and Europeans, examining how these interactions forged Brazil’s early identity and enduring inequalities. Geographical perspectives—including land use, regional ecosystems, natural resources, and territorial organization—help learners understand how Brazil’s landscapes influenced settlement, production, and power. Through analysis of primary sources, historical texts, and contemporary perspectives, learners develop skills in interpretation, argumentation, and critical inquiry. The course strengthens understanding of Brazilian history, geography, sociology, and culture while connecting past events to modern questions of citizenship, diversity, and nation-building.
Brazilian Studies 2: Post-Colonial to Contemporary History, Sociology and Geography
Brazilian Studies 2 examines Brazil’s evolution from independence to the present, focusing on the political, social, economic, cultural, and sociological forces that have shaped the nation’s modern identity. Learners explore key historical moments—from the Empire and Republic to dictatorship and democracy—analyzing how movements for justice, development, and representation have influenced Brazilian society. Geographic and sociological inquiry into urbanization, industrialization, regional inequality, and environmental change provides context for understanding modern Brazil’s challenges and opportunities. Through critical engagement with primary sources, literature, media, and data, learners deepen their understanding of contemporary issues such as inequality, sustainability, and globalization. The course builds historical reasoning, civic literacy, and analytical skills, encouraging learners to connect Brazil’s past and present as they envision its future.
Integrated Science Extensions of Biology, Chemistry and Physics
Integrated Science Advanced A
Integrated Science Advanced B
AP Biology
AP Chemistry
GRADE 9
Science
9:
Integrated Science
Integrated Science: University Topics A
Integrated Science: University Topics B
AP Biology
AP Chemistry
AP Physics
The Grade 9 Natural Sciences course provides learners with an advanced understanding of key scientific disciplines, integrating physics, chemistry, biology, and earth sciences. This course encourages learners to apply the scientific method, develop critical thinking skills, and explore the relationship between science, technology, and sustainability in modern society. This course prepares learners for a wide range of pathways in the sciences throughout high school.
GRADE 10
Extensions of Biology, Chemistry and Physics
This course extends the foundational learning of Grade 9 by exploring more advanced topics in biology, chemistry, and physics through distinct units of study. Learners deepen their understanding of biological systems and cellular processes, investigate chemical reactions and properties of matter, and examine forces, motion, and energy transfer in the physical world. The course emphasizes inquiry, experimentation, and modeling as tools for developing scientific understanding and analytical thinking. Through hands-on work and project-based learning, learners apply scientific reasoning to contextualized cases—such as sustainability, human health, and technological innovation—while strengthening the skills needed for success in advanced science courses.
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GRADE 11
Learners may choose one of the following: *Learners who intend to continue their education at a Brazilian university are required to take bothIntegratedScienceAandB.
Integrated Science Advanced A
The Grade 11 Science course deepens learners’ understanding of the biological and chemical systems that shape our world, integrating key concepts from molecular biology, genetics, ecology, and chemistry in alignment with BNCC competencies and preparation for the Vestibulares. Emphasizing inquiry, experimentation, and realworld application, the course challenges learners to analyze matter, energy, and life as interconnected phenomena. Learners engage with scientific models, laboratory investigation, and interdisciplinary projects that connect theory to practice. Designed for learners who value both depth and variety, the course offers a balanced experience—strengthening analytical and test-taking skills while cultivating curiosity about how chemistry and biology drive innovation, sustainability, and everyday life.
Integrated Science Advanced B
The Grade 11 Science course deepens learners’ understanding of the physical systems that govern the natural world, focusing on the principles and applications of physics in alignment with BNCC competencies and preparation for the Vestibulares. Emphasizing inquiry, experimentation, and real-world application, the course challenges learners to analyze energy, motion, and matter as interconnected phenomena that shape both technology and the environment. Learners investigate scientific models, quantitative reasoning, and data interpretation through laboratory experiments and applied projects. Designed for learners who value both rigor and relevance, the course strengthens problem-solving and analytical skills while cultivating curiosity about how physical science drives innovation, sustainability, and the mechanics of everyday life.
AP Biology
AP Biology is a college-level course that investigates the principles governing living systems, emphasizing inquiry, experimentation, and critical thinking. learners explore key concepts such as evolution, cellular processes, genetics, information transfer, and ecology while developing advanced skills in data analysis and scientific communication. Laboratory investigations form the core of the course, allowing learners to design and conduct experiments that model real-world biological research. At Escola Concept, AP Biology aligns with BNCC competencies by integrating ethical reflection, environmental awareness, and technological application, connecting global biological concepts to Brazil’s biodiversity and contemporary scientific challenges.
AP Chemistry
AP Chemistry is a college-level course that explores the structure and behavior of matter through an in-depth study of atomic theory, chemical bonding, kinetics, thermodynamics, and equilibrium. Emphasizing quantitative reasoning and laboratory investigation, learners apply mathematical models and experimental design to explain chemical phenomena and solve real-world problems. The course develops precision, analytical thinking, and scientific communication through data collection and interpretation. At Escola Concept, AP Chemistry aligns with BNCC competencies by linking scientific knowledge to ethical and environmental considerations, encouraging learners to connect chemical principles to sustainability, innovation, and the challenges of contemporary life in Brazil and beyond.
GRADE 12
Learners may choose one of the following:
*Learners who intend to continue their education at a Brazilian university are highly recommendedtotakebothIntegratedScienceAandB.
Integrated Science: University Topics A
The Grade 12 Science course extends learners’ understanding of the biological and chemical principles that underpin life and matter, emphasizing concepts central to university entrance exams and first-year science programs. Building on the foundations of Integrated Science Advanced, the course explores topics such as molecular interactions, thermodynamics, equilibrium, genetics, and environmental chemistry through experimentation, modeling, and data analysis.
Learners connect theory to practice as they investigate real-world systems and global challenges in health, sustainability, and technology. Designed for learners preparing for the Vestibulares or advanced study in the life and chemical sciences, the course emphasizes reasoning, precision, and scientific communication—empowering learners to apply knowledge with insight, rigor, and purpose.
Integrated Science: University Topics B
The Grade 12 Science course extends learners’ understanding of the physical principles that govern the natural world, emphasizing concepts central to university entrance exams and first-year physics or engineering programs. Building on the foundations of Integrated Science Advanced B, the course explores topics such as mechanics, electricity and magnetism, thermodynamics, and wave phenomena through experimentation, modeling, and data analysis. Learners apply quantitative reasoning to investigate real-world systems in energy, motion, and technology, connecting theory to innovation and sustainability. Designed for learners preparing for the Vestibulares or further study in the physical sciences and engineering, the course emphasizes precision, problem-solving, and scientific communication— empowering learners to apply physics with insight, creativity, and purpose.
AP Biology*
AP Chemistry*
*See grade 11 descriptions.
AP Physics
AP Physics is a college-level course that examines the fundamental principles governing motion, forces, energy, and the interactions of matter and energy across the universe. Through inquiry-based learning, mathematical modeling, and laboratory investigation, learners develop a deep understanding of physical systems and learn to apply concepts to real-world contexts. The course strengthens skills in problemsolving, data analysis, and experimental design while fostering curiosity about how the physical world operates. At Escola Concept, AP Physics aligns with BNCC competencies by integrating scientific reasoning, technological application, and sustainability, connecting physics concepts to innovation, engineering, and Brazil’s contemporary scientific and environmental challenges.
MATHEMATICS
DISCIPLINE DESCRIPTION BY GRADE LEVEL
MATHEMATICS
*offerings 2026
Algebra I Integrated Mathematics 2 Integrated Mathematics 3
AP Precalculus
AP Statistics
GRADE 9
Algebra 1
*offerings 2026
Integrated Mathematics Advanced
AP Precalculus
AP Calculus AB
Algebra 1 focuses on deepening algebraic thinking and applying functions to model and solve real-world problems. Through an integrated study of linear, quadratic, and exponential functions, learners learn to represent relationships symbolically, graphically, and numerically while interpreting patterns and connections among them. The course emphasizes reasoning, precision, and problem-solving as learners explore equations, inequalities, systems, and data relationships. Collaborative inquiry and technology-based exploration help learners see how algebra describes real-world phenomena—from economics and science to everyday decision-making. By strengthening conceptual understanding and procedural fluency, Algebra 1 builds the foundation for advanced study in geometry, statistics, and calculus, preparing learners to think critically and confidently about quantitative relationships.
GRADE 10
Integrated Mathematics 2
Grade 10 Integrated Mathematics emphasizes the development of geometric reasoning, proof, and spatial understanding. Learners deepen their ability to work with figures in two and three dimensions, explore congruence and similarity, and apply coordinate geometry and trigonometry to solve real-world problems. Aligned with the BNCC, Illustrative Mathematics framework and future AP choices, this course helps learners make connections between geometry, algebra, and measurement. It promotes mathematical argumentation, precise use of definitions, and multiple representations.
The Grade 11 Mathematics course introduces learners to advanced mathematical concepts through the lens of AP Precalculus, providing rigorous preparation for higher-level mathematics and real-world applications. The curriculum emphasizes the exploration of functions, sequences, equations, and trigonometric models, fostering both analytical and problem-solving skills. Structured around an inquirybased, mastery-focused approach, the course blends the conceptual clarity of Illustrative Mathematics, the analytical rigor of AP standards, and the competencies outlined in the BNCC. Learners engage with mathematics through patterns, modeling, and real-world contexts, developing fluency and precision in both symbolic and graphical representations.
AP Precalculus
AP Precalculus is a college-level course designed to prepare learners for success in calculus and other advanced mathematics and science courses. It builds a deep understanding of functions as models of real-world behavior, focusing on polynomial, exponential, logarithmic, rational, and trigonometric functions. Learners explore multiple representations—graphical, numerical, analytical, and verbal—to analyze patterns, solve problems, and interpret change. The course emphasizes reasoning, modeling, and the use of technology to investigate complex relationships and make predictions. By connecting mathematical concepts to real-world contexts, AP Precalculus develops the analytical thinking and problem-solving skills essential for success in STEM fields and beyond.
AP Statistics
AP Statistics is a college-level course that introduces learners to the major concepts and tools used for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. Emphasizing both quantitative reasoning and real-world application, the course covers exploring data, sampling and experimentation, probability, and statistical inference. Learners learn to interpret data visually and numerically, design studies, and use statistical models to make informed decisions. Through projects and technology-based analysis, they develop critical thinking skills and an understanding of how statistics informs research, business, science, and everyday life. AP Statistics equips learners with the analytical and communication skills necessary for success in college-level study and data-driven fields.
The Grade 9 Passion Project introduces learners to the fundamentals of design thinking, creative problem-solving, and self-directed inquiry. Guided by the principles of empathy, ideation, and experimentation, learners identify issues that matter to them and begin shaping meaningful projects connected to their interests and communities. Through workshops, mentoring, and reflection, learners learn to define problems, prototype solutions, and communicate their process. The course emphasizes curiosity, collaboration, and resilience—helping learners discover how design can transform ideas into action.
GRADE 10
Passion Project 2
The Grade 10 Passion Project builds on the design thinking foundations from the previous year, challenging learners to deepen their inquiry and take greater ownership of their creative process. Learners refine their project focus, conduct research, engage with stakeholders, and test solutions in authentic contexts. Mentorship and peer feedback guide the process of iteration and reflection, while documentation highlights the evolution of their thinking. The course emphasizes initiative, impact, and personal voice—encouraging learners to see themselves as active contributors to change through design and innovation.
GRADE 11
Innovation Diploma Project
The Grade 11 Innovation Diploma Project marks the beginning of a two-year journey connected to the d.tech Innovation Diploma, a global program that integrates design, entrepreneurship, and social impact. learners identify complex, real-world challenges and apply human-centered design principles to develop viable, sustainable solutions. Through ongoing mentorship and collaboration, learners engage in research, fieldwork, and iterative prototyping while strengthening their ability to manage long-term projects. The course emphasizes accountability, creativity, and systems thinking as learners transform insights into tangible innovations that serve their communities.
GRADE 12
Innovation Diploma Project
In the final year of the Innovation Diploma, learners complete their capstone projects —demonstrating mastery of design, implementation, and reflection. Working individually or in small teams, learners test and refine their solutions with real users, measure impact, and communicate results to authentic audiences. The process blends entrepreneurial thinking with ethical responsibility, emphasizing how innovation can create positive change in the wider world. By the end of the course, learners graduate as confident, self-directed innovators ready to extend their learning beyond school, carrying forward the spirit of Concept’s mission to be Innovative Global Citizens
Learners will rank elective choices from first to third. We do our best to place every learner in their first choice, but occasionally we need to use second or third choices to balance sections or due to enrollment limits. Students will take one of the following electives at each grade level:
Studio Art I
Studio Art 1 invites learners to explore the fundamentals of visual expression through a variety of media and techniques. Learners develop skills in drawing, painting, composition, and design while building confidence in their creative process. The course emphasizes observation, experimentation, and reflection—encouraging learners to see art as both technical craft and personal exploration. Through guided projects and critiques, learners learn to communicate ideas visually and discover their individual artistic voice within a supportive studio environment.
Building on the skills and creative inquiry of Studio Art 1, this course challenges learners to refine their artistic techniques and develop a personal style. Learners explore more advanced approaches to composition, color theory, and mixed media while engaging with art as a form of commentary and storytelling. The course encourages independent project design, conceptual thinking, and sustained studio practice. Learners produce a cohesive body of work that reflects both technical growth and individual perspective, preparing them for advanced electives such as AP Art and Design or thematic courses in the Creative Hub.
History of Art and Design
This course explores the evolution of art and design as expressions of culture, technology, and human imagination. Learners examine movements from classical to contemporary eras, analyzing how visual communication reflects and shapes social values. Through inquiry and visual analysis, learners investigate relationships among form, function, and meaning, developing an understanding of design as both aesthetic and problem-solving practice. Projects emphasize research, curation, and creative response, encouraging learners to connect historical ideas with present-day innovation. The course cultivates visual literacy, critical thinking, and appreciation for art’s role in global exchange and cultural identity.
AP Art and Design
AP Art and Design is a college-level studio course that emphasizes inquiry, experimentation, and the development of an individual artistic voice. Learners create a sustained investigation of materials, processes, and ideas while producing a portfolio that demonstrates skill, concept, and synthesis. Through iterative practice, critique, and reflection, learners explore themes of identity, culture, and communication, using both traditional and digital media. The course encourages risktaking and personal expression, connecting artistic decisions to contemporary issues and design principles. By the end of the year, learners present a cohesive body of work that reflects creative confidence and technical mastery.
Writing and Producing develops learners’ skills as communicators, storytellers, and critical thinkers across multiple forms of writing and media. The course emphasizes the craft of clear, purposeful writing—ranging from analytical and argumentative essays to narrative and script-based projects—while exploring how ideas are shaped through film, digital platforms, and visual storytelling. Readings, screenings, and models from contemporary sources support both textual and media literacy. Through drafting, feedback, and production, learners learn to adapt voice and structure for different audiences and purposes, culminating in original written and multimedia pieces that demonstrate insight, creativity, and effective communication.
Contemporary Voices and Choices: Reading and Writing Now
This course invites learners to engage with the stories, themes, and ideas that shape contemporary life. Through reading a wide collection of contemporary fiction and creating original writing, learners explore how today’s authors give voice to diverse experiences and how readers, in turn, make meaning from them. The class balances analysis and expression, offering learners choice in both what they read and how they respond—through critical inquiry, creative writing, or reflective exploration. Discussions consider how current media and technology influence the ways we tell and share stories, highlighting literature’s continuing power to connect people and perspectives. Contemporary Voices and Choices encourages learners to read widely, write authentically, and find their own place in the evolving conversation of modern storytelling.
AP Human Geography
Course description can be found in the section for the relevant discipline.
AP African American Studies
AP African American Studies is an interdisciplinary college-level course that examines the breadth of African American experiences and contributions across history, culture, politics, and the arts. Learners engage with primary sources, scholarly research, and contemporary perspectives to analyze themes of resistance, resilience, and creativity. The curriculum spans African civilizations, the Atlantic world, movements for freedom and equality, and ongoing expressions of identity and power. Emphasizing critical inquiry and evidence-based argument, the course fosters understanding of how African American experiences have shaped—and continue to shape—the United States and the wider world.
Course description can be found in the section for the relevant discipline.
Brazilian Studies 1 or 2
Course description can be found in the section for the relevant discipline.
AP Computer Science Principles
AP Computer Science Principles introduces learners to the foundational concepts of computing and the impact of technology on society. Through creative problemsolving and project-based inquiry, learners explore how data, algorithms, and programming shape the digital world around us. The course emphasizes design thinking, collaboration, and ethical innovation as learners develop apps, analyze data, and investigate real-world issues related to privacy, security, and equity in technology. By combining technical skill with critical reflection, learners gain a broad understanding of how computational thinking can drive creativity, communication, and change in any field.
AP Computer Science A
AP Computer Science A is a university-level introduction to computer science through the study of programming in Java. Building on the conceptual foundation of AP Computer Science Principles, learners deepen their understanding of algorithms, data structures, and object-oriented design. The course emphasizes precision, logic, and computational efficiency while fostering independence through coding challenges and collaborative projects. Learners apply abstraction and problemsolving to create efficient, elegant programs that model complex systems and realworld scenarios. The course prepares learners for further study in computer science, engineering, or any field that values analytical reasoning and innovation.
AP Research is the required culminating academic research experience in the High School Program at Escola Concept and the AP Capstone Diploma Program, guiding learners through the design and execution of an independent, college-level research project. Building on the inquiry and argumentation skills developed in AP Seminar, learners identify a topic of personal and academic interest, develop a research question, and apply appropriate methodologies to explore it in depth.
Unlike a regularly scheduled class, AP Research operates through a combination of scheduled workshops, checkpoints, and individual mentoring sessions. Wholegroup meetings introduce key research and writing skills, while discipline-specific advisors guide each learner through proposal development, data collection, analysis, and the written report. Over the course of the year, learners produce a substantial academic paper and an oral defense, demonstrating their ability to synthesize ideas, evaluate evidence, and contribute original insight to a scholarly conversation.
AP/Concept Research fosters independence, academic integrity, and deep intellectual engagement—preparing learners for the kind of inquiry and self-direction expected in university study and beyond.
BODY & MOVEMENT
DISCIPLINE DESCRIPTION BY GRADE LEVEL
BODY & MOVEMENT
Body & Movement I Body & Movement II
Body & Movement III
Body & Movement: Lifelong Practices
Body & Movement I
The Grade 9 Body & Movement course invites learners to explore movement as a form of expression, health, and connection. Through games, sports, and creative physical practices, learners develop coordination, strength, and spatial awareness while reflecting on how movement shapes well-being and identity. The course emphasizes teamwork, respect, and inclusion as learners experience diverse physical cultures— from traditional and indigenous activities to contemporary urban and rhythmic forms. Guided by inquiry and reflection, learners learn to see the body as both instrument and language, building habits that support balance, confidence, and lifelong physical literacy.
Body & Movement II
The Grade 10 Body & Movement course deepens learners’ understanding of how physical activity contributes to performance, collaboration, and self-knowledge. Learners design and participate in training sequences, collective games, and expressive projects that develop endurance, agility, and strategic thinking. Emphasis is placed on analyzing movement efficiency, understanding the body’s systems, and making informed choices for personal health. learners explore cultural and artistic dimensions of movement through dance, sport, and design-based challenges, connecting physical skill with creativity and leadership. The course fosters agency and responsibility, empowering learners to take an active role in their own physical and emotional well-being.
The Grade 11 Body & Movement course encourages learners to apply their physical, cognitive, and social learning to complex, authentic contexts. Through individual and team projects, learners explore topics such as biomechanics, nutrition, sustainability in sport, and movement innovation. The curriculum integrates physical practice with inquiry, inviting leaders to reflect on their growth and lead experiences that promote collective health and engagement. Emphasizing autonomy, reflection, and social responsibility, the course challenges learners to see movement as a catalyst for wellbeing, creativity, and community. By uniting physical expression with purposeful action, Body & Movement 3 prepares learners for lifelong vitality and leadership through movement.
Body & Movement: Lifelong Practices
Body & Movement: Lifelong Practices is a course offered to Grade 12 learners as an elective during Creative Hub. The course also allows for guided independent fitness activities. Learners design personalized movement plans that balance physical challenge, creativity, and well-being, integrating principles from physiology, mindfulness, and sustainable health. Emphasizing autonomy and reflection, the course invites learners to explore diverse physical disciplines—such as functional training, dance, yoga, and sport—while examining how movement supports focus, resilience, and lifelong vitality. Through collaborative projects and individual inquiry, learners connect personal goals with community impact, understanding movement not only as exercise, but as a way of thinking, learning, and living well.
CREATIVE HUB
DESCRIPTION
CREATIVE HUB
Creative Hub is a regularly scheduled block that invites learners to engage in creative, hands-on learning guided by both educator expertise and student passions and interests. Each semester, students consider their goals and select from a rotating suite of studio-style courses that encourage making, expression, and curiosity. Past offerings have included Collage and Mixed Media, Muralism, Maker Lab, language and culture studios, and Make Some Noise, a music exploration. By choosing new experiences each semester, students build a rich creative repertoire over four years —developing confidence, artistic fluency, and the ability to bring ideas to life in diverse ways.
Important Note: In grades 11 and 12, learners will have designated blocks during Creative Hub for Guided Independent Study and Exam Preparation (eg. SAT, Vestibulares, TOEFL).
