Modern English School Cairo An Introduction to Curriculum

Modern English School Cairo An Introduction to Curriculum Options in Secondary School

Common Features Mr Khalid El Metaal Deputy Head of Secondary

Beyond Year 6

Graduate Profile An MES Cairo graduate is: • A leader • Confident • Articulate • Flexible • Pro-active • Reflective • Principled • Independent • Resourceful • Resilient • Inspired • Visionary • Creative An MES Cairo graduate can: An MES Cairo graduate shows: • Integrity • Communicate fluently in • Initiative the English language • Empathy • Intelligently express their • Excellent interpersonal skills views • Appreciation of individuals’ rights • Problem solve and responsibilities • Lead by example • Cultural awareness • Recognise personal • Respect for self and others strengths and passions • Global understanding • Relate well to others • Commitment to lifelong learning • Take appropriate risks • Understanding of the Egyptian • Make a difference culture and the Arabic language

British & American Sections Secondary Senior Leadership Team n Homeroom teaching groups n HRCF n ASAs n Houses n Common breaks n BYOD Policy – Instructional Technology n Moodle n

British & American Sections School visits and special focus days n Timetable structure n Curriculum design n LDD/G&T provision n EAL provision n Internationally recognised qualifications n

British & American Sections Formative and summative assessment n Tests and examinations n External testing: CAT / MAP n Classwork and homework n Report cycle – 3 times a year n Parent meetings – 3 times a year n

Subjects studied Y/G 7 & 8 n n n n English Mathematics Science History Geography Arabic/AFL Religion French/Spanish/EAL Music Drama Art Design Technology Physical Education HRCF 8 lessons 8 7 (G 7 Life Science; G 8 Physical Science) 3 (G 7 Ancient History; G 8 Classical History) 3 3 1 4 2 2 4 1

British Curriculum Secondary Mrs Nicola Singleton Head of Secondary, British and IB Diploma Sections

BRITISH SECTION LEADERSHIP TEAM n Mr Steve Perry Deputy Head, British Section n Mrs Claire Williams Assistant Head, British Section n Mrs Jenny Cole Assistant Head, British Section n Mrs Sarah Clingan Assistant Head, British Section

MRS LINDA TALBOT

BRITISH CURRICULUM n KS 3 – Year 7 and 8 n KS 4 – Year 9 and 10 (IGCSE/GCSE) n KS 5 – Year 11 and 12 (AS/A Levels)

KS 3 Teaching and Learning n n Continuation from KS 2 Lesson ‘experience’ includes: ¨ ¨ ¨ n n n Teacher led-learning Student led-learning Enquiry and discussion Practical Application Independent work and Collaborative work Project-based learning Assessment for learning and Assessment of Learning National Curriculum of England Taught in mixed ability HR groups LDD provision – ‘Learning Support’ & ‘Gifted and Talented’ Integration of Instructional Technologies (BYOD)

KS 3 Teaching and Learning To. TAL Thematic appr. Oaches to Teaching And Learning

KS 3 Total learning

KS 3 Teaching Team n n n n Subject Specialists Trained teachers UK and International experience Teach across the age range Plan collaboratively Cross-curricular Project themes Led by HOD team, Mrs Cole, Mrs Williams, Mr Perry and Mrs. Talbot

KS 3 Assessment n n n No ‘Checkpoint’ or ‘pre-IG’ Ongoing formative assessment n Class work and Homework n Tests/quizzes, n Assignments/projects etc CAT 4 Assessments End of Year Exams to practice exam skills Termly Reports n NC Levels n Effort (Classwork, Homework, Behaviour) n Targets

KS 4 and KS 5 n Freedom to specialise or maintain breadth ¨ English, Maths plus 6 options for Y 9+10 (IGCSEs) ¨ Any 4 subjects for Y 11 (AS Level + IGs) ¨ Any 3 or 4 subjects for Y 12 (AS Level + A Level) International recognised qualifications (CIE) which allow entry into any university in the world n Resit options n Flexible timetables in Y 11 and Y 12 n

IGCSE SUBJECTS English First Language English Second Language Business Studies Biology Physics Music History Arabic Art and Design Photography Spanish English Literature Maths Economics Chemistry Drama Geography French ICT Design and Technology Travel and Tourism History Computer Studies Physical Education

AS/A LEVEL Economics Business Studies Accounting Art Biology Physics Chemistry Maths Theatre Studies Psychology English Literature French Geography History ICT Music Technology

QUALITY ASSURED 25 years experience n ICT Mark n British Council/CIE Inspections n BSME/BSO Accreditations n CAT 4 data n Results and Recognition n University progression n

American Curriculum Program Middle School ∙ 7 th and 8 th Grades High School ∙ 9 th-12 th Grades

• American Middle School Program Philosophy & Curriculum Belief Create a Culture of High Expectations and Continuous Improvement *engaging and creative learning environment *supportive team approach to instruction and focusing on emotional, social, academic well-being Team Approach Enthusiastic Staff Trained in Addressing the Needs of this Age Group Connected Curriculum Foundational Skills Technology Readiness for Success *shared planning times *using MAP and benchmark testing data to inform instruction * homework club *ability to comprehend, gather/curate, analyze, synthesize, make profound judgements, create *integration of speaking, writing, listening, and collaborative skills *reflecting for understanding Understanding 21 st Century Learning *engaging interest: Rule of 10 *encoding information; elaborate for meaning *evaluating progress: use of mastery quizzes Preparation for Transition to High School *connections between what is being learned in Middle School to what will be learned in high school and beyond *authentic learning experiences

So how does this translate into everyday instruction? Ø Experiential Learning § Academic Focused Fieldtrip § Week Without Walls § Theme: Experiencing Egypt § Focus: Culture, Environment, Self. Awareness, Personal Reflection, Service § Capstone: authentic demonstration of learning Ø Provision for Support § ESL placement based upon MAP data, ESL test, teacher evaluation and recommendation § Students receive an extra period of instruction in English as an intervention

So how does this translate into everyday instruction? Ø Core Academic Classes § Students in Grades 7 & 8 travel together from homeroom to core classes § Exploratory Classes Introduction to the study of World Languages [or Extra Period of English], Design Technology, Drama, Music, Art, and Physical Education Ø Progression to the American High School Program

Individual Graduation Plan

Graduation Requirements: A quick overview Subject Area Minimum Credit Recommended for College/University English 4. 0 4 Mathematics 3. 0 4 Science 3. 0 3 -4 Social Studies 3. 0 3 World Language 2. 0 consecutive 3 -4 / Fluency Arts 2. 0 Physical Education 1. 0 Health Science 0. 5 Computer Science 1. 0 Religion 2. 0 Arabic 4. 0 Electives 2. 5 TOTAL Minimum 28. 0 *A student’s grade point average (GPA) is calculated from the grades earned for each class in grades 9 -12

Types of Internal Assessments Ø Quizzes & Tests § Section/Concept, Chapter or Unit § Short Mastery Quizzes Ø Comprehensive Exams § Midyear: G 9 -12 § Final: G 8 -12 Ø Assignments § Homework, Collaborative Learning, Class Assignments, Debates/Presentations, Performance Goals, Daily Responsibilities, Projects, Labs, etc

Advanced Placement Courses Ø University level courses for qualifying students in G 11 & 12 Ø Course Content § Set by College Board § Sit for external examination in May § Transfer credit to participating universities Ø AP Course Offerings § English • Language and Composition • Literature and Composition § Mathematics • Calculus AB & BC • Statistics § Science • Biology • Chemistry • Physics: 1 & 2 § Social Studies • • • Art History Comparative Government Macroeconomics Microeconomics World History § Visual Art • 2 -D Design • Studio Drawing § World Languages • French

American Section Advanced Placement Courses Ø 21, 493 institutions offering AP; 24 in Egypt Ø MES Cairo scored 9% higher than schools globally; 17% higher than schools in Egypt Ø 69. 2% of MES students scored 3+ Ø AP Scholars § § § 5 students AP Scholars [took 3 or more AP examinations and scored 3. 0 or higher]; 3. 35 1 student AP Scholar with Honors [took 4 or more AP examinations and scored 3. 25 or higher]; 3. 75 2 students AP Scholars with Distinction [[took 5 or more AP examinations scoring 3. 5 or higher]; 4. 31 Course Title Social Studies Art History World History MES Average Egypt’s Average Global Average 3. 00 3. 14 3. 00 N/A 3. 10 3. 00 2. 76 2. 61 2. 86 Calculus AB Statistics English 4. 50 3. 00 3. 46 2. 62 2. 86 2. 80 English Language Comp 4. 00 2. 62 2. 79 English Literature Comp 3. 00 2. 56 2. 78 4. 00 3. 39 3. 37 2. 80 2. 98 2. 66 Comparative Government Mathematics Visual Art Studio Art 2 D Science Chemistry

College Assessments *Either the SAT or ACT is required for college admissions Ø Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT/SAT II) § Projects how well a student will do in college Ø American College Test (ACT) § Measures how much a student has learned in school Ø AUC Application Requirements § Minimum cumulative GPA of 2. 0 in grades 9 -12 § SAT of at least 960/1600 or higher OR ACT equivalent

American Curriculum Program Middle School ∙ 7 th and 8 th Grades High School ∙ 9 th-12 th Grades

IB DIPLOMA PROGRAMME Mrs Nicola Singleton Head of Secondary, British and IB Diploma Sections

IB DIPLOMA PROGRAMME n Ms Suzanne Sheehan Assistant Head, IBDP Coordinator

IB DIPLOMA PROGRAMME Years 11 and 12 n 6 academic subjects n TOK, CAS and Extended Essay n Selective at MES Cairo n Assessment: 75% exam /25% coursework n Accommodates students who are transferring from either Y 10 or G 10 n Open Day on Saturday 12 November 2016 n

Planning Ahead

How do we arrive at a preference? Personal preference n Consider best preparation for preference beyond Year 8/Grade 8 n If undecided, simply declare so and let the school place your son/daughter n Know that you cannot make a bad decision! n

Preference Forms are to be returned to the KS 2 Administrative Officer by Monday 9 May 2016