American Division

Queen
International
School

American
Curriculum Guide
High School

Character – Service – Leadership

2024/2025
 Table of Contents

Foundation document

Mission, Philosophy, Objectives, Profile ................................................ 3

Academic information

Graduation Requirements.........................................................................4

Grading.................................................................................................... 4

GPA and Rank..........................................................................................4

High School Courses ............................................................................... 5

Four Years Course Plan ...........................................................................6

Testing Information ................................................................................. 7

Independent Study................................................................................... 7

Advanced Placement ................................................................................ 7

Course Offerings

English .....................................................................................................8

Humanities/Business .............................................................................. 13

Science ................................................................................................... 19

Math ....................................................................................................... 24

Technology............................................................................................ 27

World Languages ................................................................................... 30

Arabic, Social Studies ............................................................................ 36

Fine Arts ................................................................................................ 39

Physical Education ................................................................................. 44

QIS COURSE GUIDE 2024-2025

May, 2024

Dear Students, Parents / Guardians,

Queen international School is celebrating its 20th year as an International quality

education institution. 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. Guidance of our students in
this important phase of their educational journey, is another level of responsibility

The curriculum guide is a document that simply guides students to make the right
choices about the courses they select in HS and that qualify them for specific
universities that the students opt for. The curriculum guide maps out all choices and
helps the students prioritize needs over other less important factors.

Parents are encouraged to visit this document and to discuss it with students. The
document is self-explanatory and can be used as an effective guide to help decision
making about what majors to study in university. This document comes as one part of a
holistic advisory approach that QIS High School Principal and College advisor offer
as an integral part of student services in QIS.

After you read the document, you are advised to book an appointment and meet QIS
Counseling office to ask further details

Sincerely,

Mrs. Hoda Samy

School Principal

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 Queen International School PROFILE

Queen International School has as its primary mission 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.

Queen International School is a Nursery-Grade 12 international School preparatory

school with English as the language of instruction. The school is fully accredited by
Cognia on Accreditation and School Improvement an accreditation division of
Advanced, and approved by the Egyptian Ministry of Education. QIS serves a
community of predominately Egyptian and Middle Eastern families seeking an
American primary and/or secondary curriculum of education. Our families represent the
professional segment of Egyptian society plus expatriate families who are in Egypt
working for various embassies and private business enterprises.

QIS is located on a …… square meter campus in …. City consisting of ….floors with

…. classrooms, outdoor athletic fields and track,…. m² indoor sports courts, an indoor
gymnasium, an almost ….. m² and an indoor cafeteria. The campus also includes an
indoor auditorium with a capacity of …. seats, music and art rooms, science and
computer labs, a library and a clinic.

As QIS 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 QIS to prepare students for lives of leadership and citizenship, including
service to their communities. Another goal is to nurture strength of character, which
will enable students to accept the responsibilities of adulthood.

The underpinning of the QIS 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 Placement (AP) courses, which are college-level
courses offered to grade 11 and 12 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. Qualified students may earn an additional AP International Diploma (APID)
by passing in five AP exams in different subject areas. Additionally, our students have
the option of joining the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP)
starting grade 11. The IBDP is a rigorous and balanced 2-year university preparation
program, providing outstanding research-based education, and developing both
disciplinary and interdisciplinary knowledge and understanding.

QIS 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 Model United Nations, art,
theater, dance, and music to community service and team sports.

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 American High School Diploma
Graduation Requirements

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 =
one credit; full-time/semester course = .50 credit; full-time/quarter course = .25 credit;
part-time/full-year or semester course = between .25 and .50 credits.

A minimum of 26 credits are required for students to graduate from Queen

International School. Students must also complete 20 hours of community service.

Subject Credits
English 4
Mathematics 4
Humanities 3
Science 3
World Languages 2
Arabic/ASL 3
PE/Health 1
Art 1
Electives (additional courses 5
beyond those required)

TOTAL Credits Required Min. 26

Grading

American Diploma GPA Honors & AP

Percentage Percentage
A 93-100 4.0 88-100
A- 90-92 3.7 85-87
B+ 88-89 3.3 82-84
B 83-87 3.0 78-81
B- 80-82 2.7 75-77
C+ 78-79 2.3 72-74
C 73-77 2.0 68-71
C- 70-72 1.7 65-67
D+ 68-69 1.3 63-64
D 63-67 1.0 61-62
D- 60-62 0.7 60
F Below 60 0 Below 60

GPA and Rank

QIS ranks its graduating class using student GPA’s calculated according to the
grading system indicated above. QIS does not include transfer grades in the calculation
of a student’s GPA. GPA’s are based solely on work done while attending QIS. Over
the course of their high school work, seniors who qualify for Valedictorian (highest
cumulative GPA) or Salutatorian (second highest cumulative GPA) must have earned a
minimum of 21 credits at QIS.

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 High School Courses

English Humanities

English Language Arts 9 Ancient World History

English Language Arts 10 World History I
English Language Arts 11 World History II
English Language Arts 12 Business
Accounting
Science Marketing
Economics
Integrated Science (9) Global Studies
Physical Science (9) Psychology
Biology Sociology
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Physics Math
AP Biology
Integrated Math I
Algebra II
Technology Pre-Calculus
Calculus
Computer Science I (9) Statistics
Computer Science II (10) Integrated Math II
Introduction to Programming and Networking

World Languages
Arabic
French
Arabic and Religion (9, 10, 11, 12) German
Arabic as a Second Language Spanish

Arabic Social Studies Fine Arts

Social Studies (9) Music Performance (9, 10)

Arabic Social Sciences (10, 11) Drama (9, 10, 11, 12)
Civics (12) Art Introduction (9, 10)
Art and Design (11, 12)
Graphic Design
PE/Health
PE (9, 10)
Health & Wellness (11, 12)

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 FOUR YEARS COURSE PLAN

Name:

Grade:

DIRECTIONS:

1. Review graduation requirements listed in the program of studies.

2. On the form below, specify required courses for each year including the courses
you have already taken.
3. Now go back and fill in the elective classes that you have taken or would like to
take for all four years of high school. Remember that you must take seven
credits each year.
4. Please share this completed form with your parents and counselor.

GRADE 9 CREDIT GRADE 10 CREDIT

English Language Arts 1.0 English Language Arts 1.0
Ancient World History 1.0 World History I 1.0
Physical Science 1.0 Biology 1.0
Math 1.0 Math 1.0
Arabic/ ASL 1.0 Arabic/ ASL 1.0
Religion NC Religion NC
Arabic Social Studies NC Arabic Social Studies NC
French/ German/ Spanish 1.0 French/ German/ Spanish 1.0
PE 0.5 PE 0.5
Art/ Music/ Computer/ Drama 0.5 Art/ Music/ Computer/ Drama 0.5

Total Credits 7.0 Total Credits 7.0

GRADE 11 CREDIT GRADE 12 CREDIT

English Language Arts 1.0 English Language Arts 1.0
World History II 1.0 Calculus/ Statistics/ Int. Math 1.0
Pre-Calculus 1.0 Arabic/ ASL 1.0
Chemistry/ Environmental Sc. 1.0 Religion NC
Arabic/ ASL 1.0 Civics NC
Religion NC * 1.0
Arabic Social Studies NC * 1.0
* 1.0 * 1.0
* 1.0 * 1.0
Total Credits 7.0 Total Credits 7.0

NC: Non-Credit Course

* Add your elective options

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 English Course Offerings

English Language & World

Grade 12 Literature

English Language & American

Grade 11 Literature

English 10 Advanced English 10

Grade 10

English 9 Advanced English 9

Grade 9

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 English
English 9

Literature:

The 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 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.

- Prerequisite : completion of 8th grade English.

- Credit : 1.0
- Length of course : 1 year

English 10

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.

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.

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 Language:

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.

- Prerequisite : completion of 9th grade English.

- Credit : 1.0
- Length of course : 1 year

English 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;
therefore, the course tackles works advocating women’s rights and anti-slavery sentiment. 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.

- Prerequisite : completion of 10th grade English.

- Credit : 1.0
- Length of course : 1 year

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 English 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.

- Prerequisite : completion of 11th grade English.

- Credit : 1.0
- Length of course : 1 year

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 Humanities/Business Course Offerings

Business II
Electives 11/12 (Marketing)

Psychology Sociology Global Economics Business I Accounting

Studies

Grade 11
World History III

Grade 10 World History II

Grade 9 World History I

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 Humanities/Business
World History I
The Ancient & Medieval Periods (Grade 09)

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.

- Prerequisite : Successful completion of Grade 8 Social Studies

- Credit : 1.0
- Length of course : 1 year

World History II
From the Renaissance to Imperialism (Grade 10)

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.

- Prerequisite : World History I or equivalent

- Credit : 1.0
- Length of course : 1 year

World History III

World War I to the Present (Grade 11)

In this course, students will explore the causes and consequences of the great military and
economic events of the past century that have shaped the modern world, including World
War I, the Great Depression, World War II, the Cold War, the Russian and Chinese
revolutions, and modern Middle East conflicts. Students will also study the rise of
nationalism and the continuing persistence of political, ethnic, and religious conflicts in
many parts of the modern world.

- Prerequisite : World History I or equivalent

- Credit : 1.0
- Length of course : 1 year

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 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.

- Prerequisite : Grade 11 or 12 status

- Credit : 1.0
- Length of course : 1 year

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.

- Prerequisite : Grade 11 or 12 status

- Credit : 1.0
- Length of course : 1 year

Global Studies

Global Studies provides students with an independent and objective look at the twentieth
and twenty-first century world. In this course, students will study different regions of the
world, analyze the various types of government and economic systems in each region, and
explore the major global issues and challenges that unite and divide these regions. This
course also provides an introduction to the structure and functions of the United Nations
and its agencies. It focuses on international issues such as human rights, sustainable
development, environmental protection, security, conflict and cooperation. Students are
prepared for participation as delegates to a Model United Nations (MUN) conference both
at NAC and abroad. Students also study history, foreign policy, and related policy
positions of different countries around the world, learn parliamentary procedures, prepare
position papers, and practice writing resolutions.

- Prerequisite : Grade 11 or 12 status

- Credit : 1.0
- Length of course : 1 year

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

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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 concepts.

- Prerequisite : Grade 11 or 12 status

- Credit : 1.0
- Length of course : 1 year

Business I

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.

- Prerequisite : Grade 11 or 12 status

- Credit : 1.0
- Length of course : 1 year

Business II (Marketing)

The course 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.

- Prerequisite : Successful completion of Business I and Grade 12 status

- Credit : 1.0
- Length of course : 1 year

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 Science Course Offerings

Grade 11/12

Chemistry Environmental Physics AP Biology

Grade 11 Science Grade 12 Grade 11/12
Grade 11

Regular Advanced
Grade 10 Biology Biology

Grade 9 Physical Science

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 Science
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.

- Prerequisite : Grade 9 status.

- Credit : 1.0
- Length of course : 1 year

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.

- Prerequisite : Successful completion of Physical Science Grade 9.

- Credit : 1.0
- Length of course : 1 year

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.

- Prerequisite : Successful completion of Biology.

- Credit : 1.0
- Length of course : 1 year

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 Environmental Science

This course is designed to increase the knowledge and understanding of how the
environment functions, the effect humans are having on it, and our responsibility in
sustainability. It is recommended for students interested in the environment, or in gaining
a broad understanding of how science plays a part in our everyday lives. The basic ideas
that will be covered are Ecology, Populations, Water, Air, Land, and Mineral and Energy
Resources.

- Prerequisite : Successful completion of Biology.

- Credit : 1.0
- Length of course : 1 year

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.

- Prerequisite : Grade 12 status

- Credit : 1.0
- Length of course : 1 year

AP Biology

The AP Biology course is designed to be the equivalent of a two- semester college

introductory Biology course usually taken by Biology majors during their first year. Other
students may have fulfilled a basic requirement for a laboratory- science course and will be
able to undertake other courses to pursue their majors. The AP Biology course is designed
to be taken by students after the successful completion of a first course of in high school
Biology. It aims to provide students with the conceptual framework, factual knowledge,
and analytical skills necessary to lead critically with the rapidly changing science of
Biology. This outline describes the three major areas: Molecules and Cells, Heredity and
Evolution, Organisms and Populations.

- Prerequisite : Successful completion of Biology and teacher recommendation.

- Credit : 1.0
- Length of course : 1 year

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 Math Course Offerings

Calculus Statistics Integrated Math II

Grade 12

Grade 11
Pre-Calculus

Grade 10
Algebra II Advanced Algebra II

Grade 9
Integrated Math I

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 Math
Integrated Math I

The course expands on the concepts studied in both algebra and geometry. Course topics
include quadrilaterals, polygons, volumes, systems of equations, similar triangles,
matrices, transformations, polynomials, quadratic functions, right triangle trigonometry.

- Prerequisite : Pass Algebra I and Geometry (7, 8)

- Credit : 1.0
- Length of course : 1 year

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.

- Prerequisite : Pass Integrated Math I

- Credit : 1.0
- Length of course : 1 year

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.

- Prerequisite : Successful completion of Algebra 2

- Credit : 1.0
- Length of course : 1 Year

Integrated Math II

Integrated Math is designed as an enhancement course for topics in high school

mathematics education. It will provide the students with math skills for future success in
college mathematics and standardized tests. Reinforcement of topics from two and three
dimensional. Geometry and trigonometry is integrated into this curriculum. Introductory
instruction in the area of statistics and probability is provided also. Investigate linear and
quadratic relationships, including comparing and contrasting different algebraic models.

- Prerequisite : Grade 12 status

- Credit : 1.0
- Length of course : 1 year

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 Statistics

Statistics presents basic concepts and techniques for collecting and analyzing data, drawing
conclusions, and making predictions. Applications may be drawn from a wide variety of
disciplines ranging from social sciences of psychology and sociology to education, health
fields, business, economics, engineering, the humanities, the physical sciences, journalism,
communications, and liberal arts. Students should be able to design an experiment, collect
appropriate data, select and use statistical techniques to analyze the data, develop and
evaluate inferences based on the data.

- Prerequisite : Grade 12 status

- Credit : 1.0
- Length of course : 1 year

Calculus

This course provides a preliminary review of pre-calculus, followed by limits and

continuity. Topics include differentiation application of differentiation, integration and
application on integration. This course is essential for students planning to apply
Engineering and Computer Science Faculties.

- Prerequisite : Min B in Pre-Calculus and teacher recommendation

- Length of course : 1 year
- Credit : 1.0

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 Technology Course Offerings

Introduction to Programming,
Grade 11 / 12 Web Designing & Networking
Grades 11/ 12

Grade 10 Computer Science II

Grade 10

Grade 9 Computer Science I

Grade 9

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 Technology
Computer Science I (Grade 9)

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 the 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

- Prerequisite : This is a required course for Grade 9 students

- Credit :½
- Length of course : 1 year

Computer Science II (Grade 10)

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 pseudo code)
 Introduction to programming language

- Prerequisite : This is a required course for Grade 10 students

- Credit :½
- Length of course : 1 year

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 Introduction to Programming, Web Designing and 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.

- Prerequisite : Grade 11 or 12 status

- Credit : 1.0
- Length of course : 1 year

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 World Languages Course Offerings

French II German II Spanish II

French I German I Spanish I

Grades 9, 10, 11 and 12

Note: Course placement is based on teacher recommendation.

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 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.

- Prerequisite : Placement of Grade 9, 10, 11 or 12 students by teacher and/or testing.

- Credit : 1.0
- Length of course : 1 year
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. Students who successfully complete this course may be skilled
enough to write the DELF A2 French proficiency test in order to obtain a diploma
certifying their French language skills. DELF stands for “The Diplôme d'Études en langue
Française,” which is a certification of French Language abilities for non-native speakers of
French. This is officially awarded by the French Ministry of Education.

- Prerequisite : Placement of Grade 9, 10, 11 or 12 students by teacher and/or testing.

- Credit : 1.0
- Length of course : 1 year

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

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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.

- Prerequisite : Placement of Grade 9, 10, 11 or 12 students by teacher and/or testing.

- Credit : 1.0
- Length of course : 1 year

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. Students who successfully complete this course may be skilled
enough to write the “Zertifikat Deutsch Fit A2” (Fit A2 German proficiency test) in order
to obtain a diploma certifying their German language skills. This is a certification of
German-Language abilities for non-native speakers of German and is officially awarded by
the German Ministry of Education.

- Prerequisite : Placement of Grade 9, 10, 11 or 12 students by teacher and/or testing.

- Credit : 1.0
- Length of course : 1 year

Spanish
Spanish I

This course focuses on developing the students’ ability to communicate in Spanish and
their understanding of the culture(s) of Spanish speaking countries. Communicative
competence is divided into three strands: speaking and writing as an interactive process in
which students learn to communicate with another Spanish speaker; listening and reading
as receptive processes in which comprehension of Spanish 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 Spanish in the classroom as well as on the use of authentic materials to learn about the
culture. An important component of Spanish classes is the use of the Spanish language
beyond the classroom in order to apply knowledge of the language in the real world.

- Prerequisite : Placement of Grade 9, 10, 11 or 12 students by teacher and/or testing.

- Credit : 1.0
- Length of course : 1 year

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 Spanish II

This course emphasizes the further development of oral communication, reading, and
writing skills. Students will build on and apply their knowledge of Spanish 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. Students who successfully complete this course may be skilled
enough to write the DELE A1 or A2 Spanish proficiency test in order to obtain a diploma
certifying their Spanish language skills. DELE stands for “Diploma de Espanol como
Lengua Extranjera” which is a certification of Spanish Language abilities for non-native
speakers of Spanish. This is officially awarded by the Spanish Ministry of Education and
the Spanish worldwide cultural center: “The instiuto Cervantes”.

- Prerequisite : Placement of Grade 9, 10, 11 or 12 students by teacher and/or testing.

- Credit : 1.0
- Length of course : 1 year

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 Arabic, Social Studies Course Offerings

‫لغة عربية‬ ‫تربية وطنية‬ ‫تربية دينية‬

Grade 12 Arabic Civics Religion

‫تربية وطنية‬
‫لغة عربية‬ ‫تاريخ و جغرافيا‬ ‫تربية دينية‬
Grade 11 and Civics,
Arabic Religion
History,
Geography

‫تربية وطنية‬ ‫تربية دينية‬

‫لغة عربية‬
Grade 10
Arabic ‫تاريخ و جغرافيا‬ Religion
and Civics,
History,
Geography

Grade 9 ‫لغة عربية‬ ‫دراسات اجتماعية‬ ‫تربية دينية‬

Arabic Social Studies Religion

Grades ASL 1 ASL 2 ASL 3 ASL 4

9, 10, 11, 12

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 Arabic
Arabic & Religion 9, 10, 11, 12

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.

Prerequisite : Native speaking Egyptian students who have successfully

completed previous coursework in Modern Standard Arabic prior to
Grade 9 and successfully complete in sequence each year of high
school Arabic and Religion courses.
Credit : 1.0
Length of course : 1 year

Arabic as a Second Language 9, 10, 11, 12

Arabic as a Second Language (ASL) aims to enable students to master the four language
arts (listening, speaking, reading and writing) through lessons which include activities and
exercises that address multiple skill levels and which take into consideration individual
differences. Students will also learn about various intellectual, political and social issues in
an Arab society. At each grade level, every ASL class consists of four levels of study,
depending on student skills:
Level I: At the end of this level, students should be able to differentiate between the sounds
of letters, present themselves to others, draw letters and know the alphabetical order.
Level II: At the end of this level, students will be able to listen and understand speech, be
able to use suitable sentences in suitable occasions, and will be able to describe familiar
things, such as a house or a class.
Level III: At the end of this level, students will be able to understand a conversation using
the vocabulary covered in class, and be able to speak correctly.
Level IV: Students who have achieved this level will begin working on assignments and
material from the regular Arabic curriculum at QIS.

Prerequisite : Non-Egyptian students or students with dual citizenship who have

obtained an exemption from taking the Egyptian Ministry Exams;
and successful completion of each year of ASL study.
Credit : 1.0
Length of course : 1 year

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 Arabic Social Sciences
Social Studies (9)

According to the Egyptian Ministry of Education, this course covers the World Geography,
with a special emphasis on India, Nigeria and Germany. As for the history, it covers Egypt
from year 1453 – present.

Prerequisite : Success in grade 8

Credit : None
Length of course : 1 year

Arabic Social Science (10, 11)

According to the Egyptian Ministry of Education, students in this course will study History
(Paranoiac, Greek and Roman) in Egypt, World Geography, and Civics.
Prerequisite : Success in grade 9
Credit : None
Length of course : 1 year

Civics (12)

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.

Prerequisite : Success in grade 10 and 11

Credit : None
Length of course : 1 year

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 Fine Arts Course Offerings

Grade 11 / 12 Art and Design Graphic Design

Grade 9 / 10 General Music Dance Introduction to Art

& Design

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 Fine Arts
General Music (9, 10)

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 – Digital Audio Workstations – FL Studio
Students will declare a principal instrument and select a category to explore further:
 Piano
 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:
 Be guided to 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.

- Prerequisite : None
- Credit :½
- Length of course : 1 year

Dance (9, 10)

The proficient level of achievement for students in grades 9 & 10 can be attained at the end
of one school year’s study within the discipline of dance. By the end of the year, proficient
9-10 learners will acquire the following:
 Artistic perception: Processing, analyzing, and responding to sensory information
through the language and skills unique to dance. Students perceive and respond,
using the elements of dance. They demonstrate movement skills, process sensory
information, and describe movement, using the vocabulary of dance.

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  Creative Expression: Creating, performing, and participating in dance – Students
apply choreographic principles, processes, and skills to create and communicate
meaning through the improvisation, composition, and performance of dance.
 Connections, Relationships, Applications: Connecting and applying what is
learned in dance to learning in other art forms and subject areas and to
careers. Students apply what they learn in dance to learning across subject areas.
They develop competencies and creative skills in problem solving, communication,
and management of time and resources that contribute to lifelong learning and
career skills. They also learn about careers in and related to dance.

- Prerequisite : None
- Credit :½
- Length of course : 1 year

Introduction to Art & Design (9, 10)

This course includes 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.

- Prerequisite : None
- Credit :½
- Length of course : 1 year

Art and Design (11, 12)

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.
 Work on personal portfolio preparation, if desired. Additional focus will be on
figurative drawings, human body, anatomy art, and portraits in different media.

- Prerequisite : Grade 11 or 12 status

- Credit : 1.0
- Length of course : 1 year

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 Graphic Design

This course is for students who would like to learn graphic design. We will go through
different kinds of 2-D advertising materials such as: logos, posters, brochures, flyers, and
packaging materials. In this course, students do not have to know the graphic programs
which we are going to use (like Photoshop) as they are going to learn the program first and
then practice it while applying their designs. Also the students will learn about color theory
for painting and printing.
At the end of this course students will have good knowledge about design fundamentals in
general and different kinds of advertising materials. They will have the ability to create
new ideas and express them through graphic design elements such as colors, typography
and shapes.

- Prerequisite : Grade 11 or 12 status

- Credit : 1.0
- Length of course : 1 year

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 Physical Education Course Offerings

Grade 11 / 12 Health & Wellness

PE 11 / 12
11 / 12

Grade 10 PE 10

Grade 9 PE 9

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 Physical Education
PE 9

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, dances
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. They assess and develop a personal physical activity
program aimed at improving their skill performance. They apply their understanding of
personal fitness to lifelong participation in physical activity. 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.

- Prerequisite : Required for Grade 9

- Credit :½
- Length of course : 1 year

PE 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.

- Prerequisite : Required for Grade 10

- Credit :½
- Length of course : 1 year

PE 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:
Dance
Basketball
Soccer
Volleyball
Through this course, students are required to do the following:

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  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.

- Prerequisite : Grade 11 or 12 status

- Credit : ½ or 1 depending on duration
- Length of course : 1 year

Health and Wellness 11, 12

This course addresses topics related to healthful living and the development of positive self-
esteem. Health classes will reinforce and introduce many principles related to physical
education. Material is taught through a variety of methods, concentrating on group
activities and discussions. Decision making skills and self discovery techniques are also
presented. A number of topics are covered that are critical for understanding by this age
group, including substance abuse, teen concerns, first aid, emotional health, and personal
wellness.

- Prerequisite : Grade 11 or 12 status

- Credit : ½ or 1 depending on duration
- Length of course : 1 year

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