A student’s participation, effort, behavior and attendance will not form part of the grade. Those aspects will be measured using the Learning Habits rubric. For further information on approach to assessment and grading in our High School, please consult the Assessment and Grading page on DragonNet (https://www.hkis.edu. hk/dragonnet-hs/hs-academics/changes-to-assessment-and-grading/index.aspx)
Graduation Requirements To earn a diploma from Hong Kong International School, a student normally attends High School for four years and must earn a minimum of 22 units of credit, 18 of which must be distributed as follows: English – 4 credits: Four consecutive years of English are required (in Grades 9, 10, and 11 the requirement is satisfied through the Humanities I, II and III courses). Social Studies – 2 credits: These credits must include an Asian studies and an American studies course. The requirement is met in Grades 9 and 10, through the Humanities I and II courses. Mathematics – 32 credits: These courses vary depending on initial placement. Laboratory Science – 2 credits: These courses must include one full-year of a life science and one full-year of a physical science. Modern Language – 2 credits: Consecutive levels of a single language. Visual and Performing Arts – 1½ credits: These courses must include one semester of visual arts and one semester of performing arts. Religion – 1½ credits: These courses must include one semester of World Religions in 9th Grade and one semester of Biblical Studies in 10th or 11th Grade. The remaining semester is fulfilled through semester electives offered for 11th or 12th Grade. Physical Education – 2 credits: The equivalent of one semester of Physical Education is required in each year of attendance. Distributive Credits: 18 Electives: 4 Total Required Credits: 22
Experiential Learning Requirements Health and Well-Being: Successful completion of counseling curriculum in Seminar each year at HKIS. (See “Developmental Guidance Seminar Program” for details.) Interim: Successful completion of INTERIM each year at HKIS.
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Interim is a weeklong, off-campus learning experience designed to challenge the hearts, minds, bodies and souls of HKIS High School students. This alternative education program features a range of courses, but each weaves a number of Student Learning Results into the course experience. The program thus forms an integral part of the High School curriculum that serves as a graduation requirement for all High School students. The diverse Interim program offerings include community service, outdoor adventure,