ZIS Profile 2021/22 for Colleges and Universities

Zurich International School (Main Office) Steinacherstrasse 140, 8820 Wädenswil, Switzerland; Phone +41 58 750 25 00 Campuses in Wädenswil, Kilchberg, Adliswil

Profile 2021/22 for Colleges and Universities ZIS Upper School Campus at a Glance College Board Code: 796330

IB School Code: 1170

Address:

Phone: Fax:

ZIS Upper School Campus Eichenweg 2 8134 Adliswil, Switzerland +41 58 750 24 00 +41 58 750 24 01

Director: Principal: Assistant Principals:

Lisa Lyle, MA David Markus, M Ed Alison Callaghan, MA Sc Jonathan Kirkwood, MA

School Counselors:

Michael Infante, MA Catherine Richardson, MA

The School ZIS is a leading non-profit day school offering a comprehensive education program for students ages 3–18. We are an inclusive school with an open admission policy that serves mainly the expatriate population in the greater Zurich area. Our three campuses hold approximately 1,200 students representing over 70 countries and more than 40 mother tongue languages.

University and Career Ann Infante, MA ainfante@zis.ch Counselors: Kathleen Schultz, MS kschultz@zis.ch

Lindsay Tosun, M Ed ltosun@zis.ch

521

126

70

Total students Grades 9–12

Students in the Class of 2022

Number of AP and IB courses offered in 2021/22

Accreditation/Memberships ZIS is an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School and is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges on International Education (NEASC–CIE) in the United States. ZIS is also approved by the Department of Education of the Canton of Zurich. ZIS is a member of the Council of International Schools (CIS), the Educational Collaborative for International Schools (ECIS) and the Swiss Group of International Schools (SGIS).

Class of 2021 University Destinations (119 students) United States 18% Canada 3% Gap Year, Work or Military 20% Other Europe* 6.5% Asia 1.5%

United Kingdom 30%

Class of 2021 university destinations

Mission and Philosophy We are a learning community of students, faculty, staff, and parents. At Zurich International School (ZIS), educational excellence commits us to: Learn, Care, Challenge, Lead.

Netherlands 10% Switzerland 11%

*excluding Netherlands and Switzerland

Upper School Faculty The 72 full-time and part-time Upper School faculty have an average of 18 years teaching experience and over six years with the school. 73% hold MA/MS or higher degrees, and most have taught at other international schools throughout the world. Native speakers teach our world language courses.

Curriculum All students work toward earning a ZIS Upper School Diploma. The school offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme, Advanced Placement (AP) courses, or ZIS Upper School courses. All students have the option to choose which academic pathway they wish to pursue. The language of instruction is English.

ZIS has a technology-rich learning environment. The integration of technology into the curriculum is a priority and is based on the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) Standards.

Minimum Graduation Credit Requirements English . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 credits Math . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 credits Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 credits Social Sciences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 credits World Languages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 credits Creative Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 credits Physical Education . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 credits Additional Elective Classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 credits Total credits required 23 credits • The vast majority of our students earn 28 credits • All students are required to take German in Grade 9 • 1 credit = 1 class year

ZIS Upper School Programs and Grading As a school with an open admission policy, ZIS has an academically diverse student population with a range of abilities. Learning Support and English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is available in Grades 9 and 10.

COVID-19 Response

In response to COVID-19, ZIS implemented an online Continuous Learning Plan (CLP) from March 18, 2020 until the end of the 2020 school year. The Class of 2022 was in Grade 10. Classes met regularly and students’ 2nd semester grades continued to be based on formative and summative assessments as well as demonstrated subject area proficiency. All co-curricular activities were cancelled.

During the 2020/21 school year, ZIS was fortunate to resume in person classes with the exception of a two-week return to CLP (online learning) in February 2021.

Throughout the year, students who could not attend class in person due to COVID quarantine protocol continued their studies via a hybrid model – joining classes virtually and through the Google classroom. A limited number of extra-curricular activities resumed if social distancing (no contact sports) could be maintained.

ZIS-facilitated post Grade 11 internship placements were mostly virtual.

Academic Pathways Offered

ZIS Upper School Courses Creative Arts: Foundation Art & Design; Studio Art; Digital Graphic Design; Design Tech I; Art and Design Tech; Digital Photography; Essential Theater; Acting & Directing; Music Studio I–III; Creative Music; Concert Band; String Orchestra; Vocal & Choral Music English: English as an Additional Language (EAL); English 9; English 10; English Literature; English Language; English Research & Composition; Digital Journalism I-III Mathematics: Integrated Mathematics 1A–1C; Integrated Mathematics 2A–2C; Integrated Mathematics 3C; PreCalculus; Personal Finance Physical Education: Physical Education/ Health 9; Physical Education & Wellness 10; Fitness & Wellness

ZIS offers multiple academic pathways. Students can take Advanced Placement courses (AP), ZIS Upper School courses, or International Baccalaureate Diploma courses (IB). We value our AP and IB pathways equally. This is reflected in our academic advising and in our student course choices.

Science: Coordinated Science I–II; Computer Science STEM; Project Based Science; Honors Biology; Honors Chemistry; Applied Design (STEM); Design Tech II; Sports Science

Access to AP, Honors and Higher Level IB Courses

Social Studies: History I–II; Global Studies; Contemporary History

ZIS limits access to Honors and AP courses for students in Grades 9 and 10.

Therefore, it is rare to see these classes on a ZIS transcript prior to Grade 11.

We also strongly discourage four HL courses in the IB Diploma. Therefore, it is unusual to see four HL courses.

Policy for Reporting Disciplinary History

ZIS reserves the right to report to universities any out of school suspensions and expulsions that take place during Grades 9–12. We will also notify institutions about any changes to enrolment status.

SAT and ACT Tests

World Language: French I–V; German I–V; Spanish I–V; Fluent I & II French; Level VI Fluent German Studies; Fluent I & II German Standard Level; Fluent I & II Spanish

Advanced Placement (AP) Courses Creative Arts: Drawing; 2-D Art & Design; 3-D Art & Design; Music Theory

In recent years, and particularly this year, our students have had less access to SAT and ACT tests because of fewer test dates abroad, fewer sites offering the test, and technology difficulties. We ask that higher education institutions take this into account when evaluating our students’ applications.

Mathematics: Calculus AB; Calculus BC; Statistics

Grade Point Average (GPA) and Class Rank

Social Studies: Art History; European History; World History; Psychology; Human Geography; Economics

ZIS Grading Scale and General Grade Descriptors

International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme

Due to the international and frequently changing composition of the student body (average stay is three years) only ZIS grades will be used to calculate a GPA. ZIS grade point averages are not cumulative. ZIS does not rank students.

A 4.0 scale is used to calculate a student’s Grade Point Average (GPA). Please note that no additional GPA weighting is provided for any IB HL/SL, AP, or Honors course in any grade at ZIS. A (4.00)

A

A– (3.67)

“A” demonstrates an intellectual command of the subject. This includes mastery of techniques, skills, and knowledge, as well as the ability to integrate and to synthesize knowledge. The student shows initiative; describes and exhibits various ways of seeing; thinks critically and analytically; and must be able to work well independently and in groups.

B

B+ (3.33)

B (3.00)

B– (2.67)

“B” produces work which shows a mastery of the basic skills and concepts of the material, as well as moments of insight, understanding and independence of inquiry.

C

C+ (2.33)

C (2.00)

C– (1.67)

“C” d emonstrates competent work in understanding and using the skills and concepts of the course. Reveals a sound enough grasp of facts and a sufficiently mature attitude to pursue the next course level (possible exception: World Languages and Mathematics).

D

D+ (1.33)

D (1.00)

D– (0.67)

“D” represents limited understanding of the course content and unless extra work or effort is given, student will probably not be able to succeed at the next level of the course.

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F (below 0.67)

Science: Biology; Chemistry; Computer Science A; Computer Science Principles; Physics 1; Physics 2

Group 1, Studies in Language & Literature: English A: Literature HL/SL; English A: Language & Literature HL/SL; French A: Language & Literature HL/SL; German A: Language & Literature HL/SL; Spanish A: Language & Literature HL/SL; IB A Literature SL Self-taught Group 2, Language Acquisition: French ab initio SL; French B HL/SL; German B HL/SL; Spanish ab initio SL; Spanish B HL/SL Group 3, Individual & Societies: History HL/SL; Psychology HL/SL; Economics HL/ SL; Geography HL/SL; Environmental Systems & Societies SL Group 4, Expeimental Sciences: Biology HL/SL; Chemistry HL/SL; Physics HL/SL; Environmental Systems & Societies SL Group 5, Mathematics: Mathematics SL Applications & Interpretations; Mathematics HL/SL Analysis & Approaches Group 6, Arts: Visual Arts HL/SL; Theater Arts HL/SL; Music HL/SL

Results at a Glance Grade 11 Final Unweighted Grade Point Average (GPA) Distribution for Class of 2022 ZIS Grade 11 (Class of 2022)

Highest possible score: 4.0 points

3.75–4.00

27%

3.50–3.74

20%

3.00–3.49

33%

2.50–2.99

16%

2.00–2.49

4%

47%

of Grade 11 students had a GPA of 3.0 or higher

of Grade 11 students had a GPA of 3.5 or higher

Total points obtained by candidates: 40–45:

46% (21%)

35–39:

34% (29%)

30–34:

7% (30%)

25–29:

2% (19%)

20–24:

2% (1%) 38 pts. (33 pts.)

98%

42%

of ZIS IB Diploma candidates passed

of ZIS students received a bilingual diploma

Average International Baccalaureate (IB) Scores

by Subject Groups 2021 ZIS (

World )

Highest possible score: 7 points

Group 1: Studies in Language

& Literature Group 2: Language Aquisition

5.84 (5.24)

Group 3: Individ. & Societies

6.04 (5.02)

Group 4: Experim. Sciences

5.81 (5.04)

Group 5: Mathematics

6.1 1 (5.08)

Group 6: Arts

Evidence-Based Reading and Writing

0

565–725

800

0

560–710

800

Highest possible score: 5.0

World )

4.11 (3.42)

2D Art and Design (9)

Highest possible score: 45 points Number of IB Diploma candidates: 50

Average:

Highest possible score: 1600 combined Number of ZIS test takers: 50

Mathematics

ZIS (

International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Results 2021 World )

ZIS Middle 50%

Average Advanced Placement (AP) Subject Scores 2021

80%

Note: 5 students had a GPA of 4.0

ZIS (

SAT Reasoning Scores ZIS Class of 2022

6.54 (5.61)

6.00 (4.65)

Art History (7)

4.29 (2.84)

Biology (37)

3.92 (2.83)

Calculus AB (37)

3.86 (2.81)

Calculus BC (19)

4.84 (3.62)

Chemistry (20)

4.35 (2.67) 4.14 (3.15)

Computer Science (14) Drawing (8)

3.88 (3.51)

English Language (54)

3.13 (2.86)

English Literature (37)

2.94 (2.49)

European History (15)

3.62 (2.84) 4.14 (3.13)

French Language (7) German Language (31)

4.35 (3.09)

Macroeconomics (33)

4.00 (2.74)

Microeconomics (36)

3.80 (2.96)

Physics 1 (49)

3.25 (2.42)

Physics 2 (14)

4.42 (3.07)

Psychology (35)

4.29 (2.73)

Research (1)

3.69 (3.24)

Spanish Language (12)

4.50 (3.41)

Statistics (26)

3.68 (2.84)

World History Modern (42)

3.98 (2.70)

91%

of ZIS AP test takers scored 3.0 or higher

64%

of worldwide AP test takers scored 3.0 or higher

54% of ZIS AP test takers scored 4.0 or higher

• All grades reported for subjects with five or more ZIS students • All scores include ZIS test candidates in Grades 10, 11 and 12 • Number in course parentheses indicates the number of candidates who sat the exam

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University Matriculations Colleges and universities attended by ZIS Graduates 2018–21: Austria Medical University of Vienna MODUL University Vienna* Canada Bishop’s University Concordia University* McGill University* University of Toronto* University of Waterloo Western University Ontario College of Art & Design (OCAD) France American University of Paris Collège Universitaire de Sciences Po Germany University of Konstanz Hong Kong The University of Hong Kong Italy Humanitas University Instituto Marangoni John Cabot University* Universita Bocconi* University of Pavia Netherlands Amsterdam University College* Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Delft University of Technology* Eindhoven University of Technology* Erasmus University College Erasmus University Rotterdam* Hotel School, The Hague Leiden University* Maastricht University* Tilburg University University College Utrecht University of Amsterdam* University of Groningen* Utrecht University* Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam Singapore National University of Singapore Spain CEU San Pablo University ESADE Business School* IE University* Loyola University Andalusia Universidad Catolica de Murcia University of Navarra Sweden Umea University Uppsala University*

Switzerland École hôtelière de Lausanne* Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne Franklin University Switzerland Glion Institute of Higher Education Les Roches Schools of Hotel Management SHL Schweizerische Hotelfachschule Luzern Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich – ETH Zurich* University of Lausanne University of St. Gallen* University of Zurich* United Kingdom Arts University Bournemouth Brighton and Sussex Medical School* Brunel University London Canterbury Christ Church University Cardiff University* Central Film School London City University of London* Durham University* ESCP Business School Glasgow Caledonian University Goldsmiths, University of London* Hult International Business School* Imperial College London* King’s College London* Lancaster University* London Metropolitan University London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London* Loughborough University* Newcastle University* Norwich University of the Arts Nottingham Trent University Oxford Brookes University Queen Mary University of London* Queen’s University Belfast Regent’s University London* Robert Gordon University Royal Holloway, University of London* Royal Veterinary College Sheffield College The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama University Centre South Essex University College London* University of Aberdeen* University of Bath* University of Bristol* University of Buckingham University of Dundee University of Edinburgh* University of Essex University of Exeter* University of Glasgow University of Leeds* University of Manchester* University of Nottingham* University of Oxford* University of Reading* University of Sheffield* University of St Andrews University of Stirling University of Surrey* University of Sussex* University of the Arts London* University of Warwick*

University of West London University of Westminster University of Winchester University of York* Unites States of America American University Augsburg University Babson College Bates College Boston College* Boston University* Brigham Young University-Provo Brown University Bucknell University Calvin College College of William and Mary Columbia College Chicago Cornell University Culinary Institute of America Curry College Dartmouth College* Davidson College Emerson College Emory University Florida Institute of Technology Fordham University George Washington University Georgetown University Gettysburg College Keene State College Michigan State University Mount Holyoke College New York University* Northeastern University* Northwestern University* Parsons School of Design Pennsylvania State University – Abington Purdue University* Quinnipiac University Rhode Island School of Design Saint Edward’s University Savannah College of Art and Design Southern Methodist University The George Washington University The New School Trinity University Tufts University* Tulane University of Louisiana University of California – Berkeley* – San Diego – Santa Barbara – Los Angeles University of Chicago University of Colorado at Boulder* University of Denver University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign University of Miami University of New Mexico University of Pennsylvania University of Southern California* University of Tennessee, Knoxville University of Virginia University of Wisconsin – Madison Wake Forest University Wellesley College Western State Colorado University Worcester Polytechnic Institute

*attended by more than one ZIS graduate

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