High School
Guide

Capital International school (CIS) opened in October 2020 to be the first international school in October gardens district with true international standards offering international education to the surrounding community and beyond, pursuing our vision “Achieving excellence together “ It took us a great planning and funding efforts to bring CIS to be one of the premium schools in Egypt.

Capital International School is very committed to our community and traditional values as a part of our vision.

We believe that fostering positive discipline will make our school a place where all enjoy respect, acceptance, understanding and diversity between all family members of our campus.

CIS present International accredited quality education. Quality is not just about the programs offered but about the product produced. High school students are usually the product that schools honor and cherish which marks the importance of high school stage.

This document is simply helping students to make the right decisions about the courses they choose to qualify them for specific universities that the students looking for. Parents are also invited to go through this self-explanatory document to know more about the courses and other educational related issue.

Sincerely,

Capital International School focuses on the education and development of the whole student-mind, body and spirit. The students will be equipped to assume positions of leadership with an understanding of technology and its impact on the global community. Students will be able to cooperate in a diverse multicultural community.

Capital international School is a KG to grade 12 institution. The school is fully accredited by COGNIA & approved by the Egyptian Ministry of Education.

Our campus mix of Egyptian, Middle eastern families & Expats. CIS is located on a 5500 square meter campus in October gardens consisting of four floors with 38 classrooms, outdoor athletic fields and track, an indoor gymnasium, an almost 120m² swimming pool, and cafeteria. The campus also includes an indoor theater with a capacity of 80 seats, music and art rooms, science and computer labs, a library and a clinic.

As CIS experiences steady growth, the Board of Directors is encouraging the continued development of a diverse community of parents, students and teachers who share a love of learning and who strive for excellence in all they do.

One of the Board’s major goals is for CIS to share shaping students for lives of leadership and good citizenship, including service to their communities, nurture strength of character, which will enable students to accept the responsibilities of adulthood.

The underpinning of CIS educational programming is the American system of education following the Common Core Standards. Students are consistently being challenged to expand their knowledge and skills and prepare for higher intellectual engagement.

We offer advanced courses, which are college-level courses offered to our HS students that are much more rigorous than the regular course offerings.

The culminating achievement for our graduating students is the completion of requirements and credits leading toward an American high school diploma.

As a preparation for our students we provide the necessary research-based education, and developing both disciplinary and interdisciplinary knowledge and understanding.

CIS recognizes that student involvement beyond the classroom is important for intellectual, physical, and social development. Therefore, an expansive student development program has been organized. The emphasis throughout the spectrum of activities is on competence, character, leadership, and citizenship. Our activities program offers a wide variety of options, ranging from art, theater, and music to community service and team sports.

Classroom observation tool

(eleot) The Effective Learning Environments Observation Tool is a learner-centric classroom observation tool that comprises 28 items organized in seven environments aligned with COGNIA standards and Indicators, based on a review of widely used observation instruments and the most current research on effective learning. The eleot provides useful, relevant, structured, and quantifiable data on the extent to which students are engaged in activities and/or demonstrate knowledge, attitudes, and/or dispositions that are conducive to effective learning .

The environments are :

• Equitable Learning
• High Expectations
• Supportive Learning
• Active Learning
• Progress Monitoring and Feedback
• Well-Managed Learning
•  Digital Learning

At the conclusion of each year, credits are awarded for each course completed with a passing grade and according to the following guidelines:

Full-time/full-year course = 1.0 credit

Full-time/semester course = 0.5 credit

A minimum of 26 credits are required for students to graduate from Capital International School.

Students must also complete 20 hours of community service that may take place of one of the activities credits

Subject Credits

English 1

Mathematics 1

Science 1

World languages 1 French/German

PE 0.5

Art/Art design 1

Music 0.5

Computer science 1

Electives (additional courses beyond those required can be counted) 3

Total Credits Required according to subjects taken during the 4 HS years can be 7 each year and 8 in the final year.

Capital International School ranks its graduating class using student GPA’s calculated according to the grading system indicated above. CIS does not include transfer grades in the calculation of a student’s GPA. GPA’s are based solely on work done while attending CIS.

American diploma percentage % GPA

A         93-100          4.0

A-        90-92            3.7

B+       88-89            3.3

B          83-87           3.0

C+        78-79           2.3

C          73-77           2.0

C-        70-72            1.7

D+       68-69            1.3

D          63-67           1.0

D-        60-62            0.7

F Below    60               0

Report cards

Periodically a report card is emailed from the school to parents or guardians detailing a child’s academic performance during a specific period. It provides valuable insights into a child’s strengths, areas for improvement, and overall progress in school, serving as a crucial communication tool between teachers and parents.

PE/Health

PE            Grade         9,10,11,12

Humanities/Business

World History I       Grade      9

World History II      Grade   10

English social studies   Grade   10

Business       Grade       11 or 12

Economics    Grade       11 or 12

Psychology   Grade       11 or 12

Sociology      Grade       11 or 12

Travel & Tourism Grade 11 or 12

World Languages

French      Grade     9,10,11,12

German    Grade     9,10,11,12

Activities

Arts Introduction & Design Grade 9,10,11,12

Music      Grade      9,10,11,12

Drama     Grade      9,10,11,12

Grade 9

Literature

PE/Health PE Grade 9,10,11,12The students will be introduced to significant literary works and will learn how to identify the basic facts and main ideas in a text and use them as the basis for interpretation. They will also deepen their understanding of literary and non-literary work, relating it to its contemporary context or historical background. Students will learn how to identify, analyze and apply knowledge of themes in literary works and provide evidence from the text to support their understanding. Students will be able to write response papers analyzing, comparing and contrasting and critiquing texts, synthesizing the information and vocabulary they acquired.

Language

The students will engage in various writing projects after they have reviewed the conventions of Standard English. They will also be able to determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple- meaning words and phrases based on grades 9 reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of strategies. Students will write and edit several essays conforming to the Modern Language Association (MLA) standards of writing. Students will also be introduced to the standardized test content (ACT/SAT/EST), learning important strategies and key concepts that will guide them to perform well on their standardized exams.

Grade 10

Literature

Students will read through various genres and will be able to identify themes, conflicts, setting, point of view and several other literary elements, drawing on evidence from text. In addition, students will be able to write and critique major literary works, using the knowledge acquired throughout.

Language

The course emphasizes skill development in reading, writing, research skills, grammar, critical thinking, and cooperative learning. This course incorporates the study of literature with vocabulary, grammar, and writing.

A special focus is placed on preparing students for their standardized tests (ACT/SAT/EST) through the teaching of workable strategies, enriching students with vocabulary banks and the practice of Standard English conventions. The students will also continue developing their writing skills through engaging in writing persuasive, descriptive, narrative, and synthesis essays in multiple drafts.

Grade 11

Literature

The English Literature course will take the students to American Literature and introduce them to a variety of short stories, novels, plays, poems, and essays. The students will also be further taken into the modern writings of minority writers in America to acquaint them with the point of view of the “other”. American poets play a large role in the expression of American history. The objective of the literature course is to enable students to recognize and evaluate various writing genres, while improving reading comprehension skills. Students will also be expected to strengthen their capacity for critical thinking and in-depth analysis.

Language

The students will be able to write and edit clear and accurate personal, professional and informational essays employing all their acquired knowledge of Standard English conventions. Students will also participate in extensive standardized test (ACT/SAT/EST) preparation, reinforcing the basic grammar rules required to pass the any standardized exam. The students will also practice critical thinking through answering critical thinking questions related to grammar and mechanics. Additionally, students will be introduced to vocabulary which will help them understand critical reading passages and enable them to answer vocabulary questions on their standardized test.

Grade 12

Literature

The student will analyze British Literature and literature of other cultures, with attention to the many classic works which may be studied. Writing will include the production of informational and expository papers, which are organized logically and contain clear and accurate ideas. The student will also produce a well- documented major research paper, using a standard method of documentation. The student will demonstrate advanced knowledge of grammatical conventions through writing, editing, and speaking.

Language

The course combines development of writing and vocabulary with the detailed study of some key texts in World Literature. Writing skills focus on specific text types, such as critical review, personality profiles, analytical and evaluative essays, and the college application essay. All writing assignments will be assessed using the 6+1 Writing Traits. The vocabulary input is designed to aid (ACT/SAT/EST) performance. The literature element is broken down into four major genre types: fiction, non-fiction, poetry and drama.

World History I

The Ancient & Medieval Periods How do civilizations rise, and how do they try to hold on to power? In this course, students will study major civilizations of the ancient world, including those of the Egyptians, the Persians, the Greeks, and the Romans. They will explore their beliefs, traditions, famous leaders, and their lasting impacts on the world today. They will then explore the early history of Islam and the major Muslim Empires that stretched across the Middle East and Europe during the medieval period. Finally, students will explore the dramatic changes that struck Europe during the Dark Ages and the formation of England and France as two of Europe’s most powerful nations.

World History II

From the Renaissance to Imperialism In this course, students will study the periods of rebirth and revolution in Europe, the Americas, and Egypt. They will explore the Renaissance, the rise of the nation-state in Europe, the French Revolution, the Enlightenment and the religious Reformation period, and the economic and political roots of the modern world. Additionally, students study the origins and consequences of the Industrial Revolution, the American Revolution and Civil War, 19th century political reform in Western Europe and the Ottoman Empire, and imperialism in Africa and Asia.

Sociology

Sociology is the study of society and human relationships. This course examines basic concepts, theories and methods of sociology, emphasizing the significance of self and culture. Topics include: An introduction (What is Sociology?); deviance and social control; gender; cultural diversity; the adolescent in society; economics and politics; collective behavior and social movements; and the mass media.

Psychology

This course will offer students a range of approaches and concepts in psychology and will investigate the interactions between the individual, society and culture. The following topics are covered: research methods, biological bases of behavior, motivation and emotion, perception, intelligence, personality, gender and social psychology.

Economics

Economics explores the fundamental laws of scarcity, opportunity cost, supply and demand, productivity and efficiency as they apply to individual and collective human behavior. Further, it explains concepts such as inflation, unemployment, and monetary and fiscal policy. The course content will be applied in a variety of ways, such as: the evaluation of government programs on the basis of their intended and unintended results; the relationship between the domestic and international economic systems; and the use of case studies to exemplify and analyze economic

Business

This an introductory course is designed to help students develop critical thinking skills, though the understanding, application and analysis of fundamental business concepts. Students will be able to develop an awareness of the nature and significance of innovation, to develop an understanding of the way changes in the business environment influence business behavior and to promote knowledge and appreciation of the working world.

The course also provides an introduction to the theory and practice of marketing and explains the core functions of marketing. The program is correlated to the latest national marketing standards, incorporates academic content and research-based reading strategies. The course also tackles the growth of online advertising and strategies, decline of print newspapers, social media marketing strategies, privacy and identity protection, and web analytics.

Travel & Tourism

Provides an understanding of the nature of travel and tourism globally, nationally and locally develops the concepts, models and theories used within the industry highlights the importance of sustainability, resilience, the customer, destinations and marketing in travel and tourism enhances learners’ analysis, interpretation and evaluation skills.

Physical Science

This course is intended as the first year high school science course. Physical Science is the study of the relationship between matter and energy and how they interact. Using the inquiry method, students will investigate motion, matter, energy, waves, sound, light, electricity and magnetism, and understanding the atom. Physical Science will utilize the laboratory exercises, textbook, laboratory manual, along with additional resources. Students will operate as individuals and group members in a technology and laboratory rich environment.

Biology

This course introduces an in-depth view of the structure, organization, physiology and biochemistry of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, and chromosomal basis of heredity. Additionally, the course covers the study of the following human biological systems: tissues, urinary, nervous, muscular, circulatory, respiratory and digestive.

Advanced Biology

Students will learn the classification system of living organisms along with the characteristics that are used to group them. Students will also study the major systems of the human body learning their parts, functions, cell structure.

Chemistry

Students will build a solid chemistry vocabulary and gain a strong understanding of key scientific principles and topics. The basic ideas that will be covered are: The Science of Chemistry, Matter and Energy, Atoms and Moles, The Periodic Table, Ions and Ionic Compounds, Covalent Compounds, The Mole and Chemical Composition, Chemical Equations and Reactions, Stoichiometry, Causes of Change, States of Matter and Intermolecular Forces, Gases, Solutions, Chemical Equilibrium, Acids and Bases, Reaction Rates, Oxidation, Reduction, Electrochemistry, Carbon and Organic Compounds, and Biological Chemistry.

Physics

The physics syllabus is designed to cover the following areas: measuring motion in one dimension, forces, pressure, machines, motion, some properties of matter, heat and matter, static electrons, electric circuits, cells and Batteries, magnetism and electromagnetism, electronics, describing atoms, radioactivity, waves and wave phenomena.

Algebra I

Is the first math course in high school and will guide you through among other things expressions, systems of equations, functions, real numbers, inequalities, exponents, polynomials, radical and rational expressions .

Algebra II

The course includes absolute value inequalities, systems of equations in three variables, inverse matrices and Cramer’s rule, quadratic inequalities, the remainder and factor theorem, exponential and logarithmic equations, rational functions, radical functions, conic sections, arithmetic and geometric sequences, trigonometric graphs and equations.

Geometry

Has allowed humanity to greatly expand our understanding of the objects around us, and it is used on a daily basis not only in mathematics but in many branches of science.
Geometry is a field of mathematics that relates to objects, or geometric shapes as they are referred to, and their sizes, shapes, positions, or special properties. This subject generally covers areas of distances, angles and shapes, patterns, area and perimeter, Circumference and Volume.

Pre- Calculus

This course provides the mathematical background needed for Calculus.
Topics will include: review of basic terminology; techniques for finding algebraic solutions for various types of equations and inequalities; polynomial and rational functions; exponential and logarithmic functions; and trigonometric functions and equations.

Computer Science I

This course enables students to understand the technological and computer concepts they need in order to design develop and build usable products and/or deliver services, and to pursue further technological education studies. Students will use technological design process and a variety of tools and software to solve problems, complete projects, and strength their communication skills. The basic components of the course will include:
❖ Improving their typing skills
❖ Improving their searching skills
❖ Introduction to computer networks and internet
❖ Introduction to computer graphics
❖ Reviewing Microsoft office skills through projects

Computer Science II

Students learn the fundamental ideas of the science of computing. Lectures and hand-on assignments cover a wide variety of topics such as:
❖ Hardware and software organization
❖ How to use the internet
❖ MAC and IP address
❖ Web designing
❖ Design and a plan for program (flowcharts and codes)
❖ Introduction to programming language

Introduction to Programming, Web Designing & Networking

Students are introduced to a basic principles and concepts of object- oriented programming language using Python programming language, web designing and networking. The Python unit will enable students to:

❖ Create a real-life program and a whole system using a functions and models.
❖ Test and debug their systems and create a testing report.
❖ Create a database and link it to their system using Python and Microsoft access.
❖ Create a final project; school system with its login verifications and database linked to it with authorized login username and password.

The web designing unit will enable students to:

❖ Create a website using HTML codes.
❖ Use all the tags to add pictures, links and paragraphs.
❖ Change all the font styling through tags.
❖ Create their own online e-shopping website.

The networking unit will enable students to:

❖ Understand and describe the devices and services used to support communications in data networks and the internet.
❖ Understand and describe the role of protocol layers in data networks.
❖ Understand and describe the importance of addressing and naming school schemes at various layers of data networks.
❖ Explain fundamentals of Ethernet concepts such as media, services and operations.
❖ Build a simple Ethernet network using routers and switches.

As every day we can find new updates therefore, course contents may change based on teacher recommendation.

French

French I. This course focuses on developing the students’ ability to communicate in French and their understanding of the culture(s) of francophone countries. Communicative competence is divided into three strands: speaking and writing as an interactive process in which students learn to communicate with another French speaker; listening and reading as receptive processes in which comprehension of French is developed; and speaking and writing in a presentational context in which students are focused on the organization of thoughts and an awareness of their audience in delivering information. In order to develop the three areas of communicative competence, study emphasis is placed on the use of French in the classroom as well as on the use of authentic materials to learn about the culture. An important component of French classes is the use of the French language beyond the classroom in order to apply knowledge of the language in the real world. Students learn to communicate in real-life contexts about topics that are meaningful to them.

French II. This course emphasizes the further development of oral communication, reading, and writing skills. Students will build on and apply their knowledge of French while exploring a variety of themes, such as relationships, social trends, and careers. Thematic readings, which include a selection of short stories, articles, and poems, will serve as stepping stones to oral and written activities. Students will also be expected to listen as well as speak in these learning exercises.

German

German I. This course focuses on developing the students’ ability to communicate in German and their understanding of the culture(s) of German speaking countries. Communicative competence is divided into three strands: speaking and writing as an interactive process in which students learn to communicate with another German speaker; listening and reading as receptive processes in which comprehension of German is developed; and speaking and writing in a presentational context in which students are focused on the organization of thoughts and an awareness of their audience in delivering information. Students learn to communicate in real-life contexts about topics that are meaningful to them. In order to develop the three areas of communicative competence, study emphasis is placed on the use of German in the classroom as well as on the use of authentic materials to learn about the culture. An important component of German classes is the use of the German language beyond the classroom in order to apply knowledge of the language in the real world.

German II. This course emphasizes the further development of oral communication, reading, and writing skills. Students will build on and apply their knowledge of German while exploring a variety of themes, such as relationships, social trends, and careers. Thematic readings, which include a selection of short stories, articles, and poems, will serve as stepping stones to oral and written activities. Students will also be expected to listen as well as speak in these learning exercises

Arabic & Religion

The primary objective of this course is to enable students to use correctly the structures, lexicon, composition and poetry found in level appropriate texts. Another equally important objective is to reinforce the linguistic competence of the students through a systematic study of selected and level appropriate literary and cultural texts: short stories, plays, poetry, and newspaper articles.

This course is for native Arabic speakers, for students who might have difficulty in speaking Arabic they should go for full or partial exemptions.

Arabic Social Studies

Following the Egyptian Ministry of Education, this course covers the World Geography, with a special focus on some countries. As for the history, it covers Egypt.
According to the Egyptian Ministry of Education, students in this course will study History (Paranoiac, Greek and Roman) in Egypt, World Geography, and Civics.

Civics

The course will offer the students the knowledge and information related to the Egyptian revolution through the years and the history and the role of some of the famous Egyptian scientists and heroes.

General Music

Students continue acquiring musical knowledge and skills by singing, playing instruments, performing rhythms, moving to music. Students explore music theory by:
❖ Reading music notation
❖ Basics of Music Production

Students will declare a principal instrument and select a category to explore further:
❖ Keyboard
❖ Guitar
❖ Percussion
❖ Vocals

The Performance program will teach skills, concepts and methodology to show the appropriate level required in a professional performance. Students will also:

❖ listen in private to the best composers and compositions
❖ Watch private and public performances to develop their knowledge
❖ Learn basics of reading music sheets (Notes, symbols and dynamics)
❖ Spend as much time practicing during their breaks or afterschool (in normal health conditions).
❖ Develop their abilities in performing on a music instrument
❖ Make solos as a part of the band
❖ Work with each other’s in groups and pairs
❖ Be able to play different styles and genres of music
❖ Be guided to be self-disciplined and able to take criticism as well
❖ Be assisted to perform comfortably in front of an audience
❖ To demonstrate expertise in these skills, students will perform together as a professional orchestra during any school event or live streaming through social media platforms.

Art, Art & Design

This course includes introduction to the following:

Painting This will include independent study to enhance personal portfolios and to work with handmade paper techniques.
Drawing This will cover perspective, abstract cubism and surrealism. In addition, the advanced group will add drawings to their personal portfolios using several mediums like pencil shading and ink.
Art and Design
This course includes the following:
Drawing and Composition An introduction to expressive drawing within a variety of media such as pencil shading, oil pastel and pencil colors. Students also learn the organization of structural relationships in two-dimensional space.
Painting An introduction to the painting materials and techniques of the medium along with various subjective problems involving form, color and composition.
Design The study of the basic design studio problems are investigated – art forms (such as zentangle, abstract, doodling and patterns), color, balance, pattern and texture.

Life Drawing Drawing and composition from the structure, proportions and movement of the human model and expressive exercises in a variety of media.

In Grade 9 Students complete the transition from modified versions of movement forms to more complex applications across all types of physical activities – games, sports, and recreational pursuits. They demonstrate the ability to use basic skills, strategies, and tactics. Students demonstrate more specialized knowledge in identifying and applying key movement concepts and principles. Students demonstrate independence from others in making choices, respect all others, avoid conflict but are able to resolve it appropriately, and use elements of fair play and ethical behavior in physical activity settings. Students demonstrate the ability to plan and improve components of fitness and achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of personal fitness.

In Grade 10 Students are proficient in all fundamental movement skills and skill combinations and are competent in self-selected physical activities that they are likely to participate in throughout life. They understand and apply key movement and fitness principles and concepts for all activities in which they demonstrate competence. Students are good leaders and good followers, respect others, and anticipate and avoid unsafe physical activity situations. They develop the ability to understand and anticipate how physical activity interests and abilities change across a lifetime. Students demonstrate competency in at least three lifetime physical activities and plan, implement, self-assess, and modify a personal fitness plan. Students are prepared to lead a physically active lifestyle.

In Grades 11 & 12 This elective physical education course provides students with the opportunity to participate in physical activities for specific purposes. Options for offering specialized movement courses can be configured by quarter, by semester, or on a full-year basis. Students will select areas of concentration to study. Examples of possible choices are:

❖ Basketball

❖ Soccer

❖ Volleyball

❖ Swimming

❖ Demonstrate mastery of movement skills and patterns that apply to the selected specialized-movement activity.
❖ Apply movement principles and concepts to skill performance of the selected specialized-movement activity.
❖ Achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical fitness.
❖ Accept responsibility for taking a leadership role as well as demonstrate the ability to follow in order to accomplish group goals.
❖ Participate regularly in health-enhancing physical activities that contribute to personal enjoyment and the attainment and maintenance of their personal physical activity goal.