1. American Section High SchoolDB

2. Children must be taught how to think, not what to think.
Margaret Mead DB

3. The MES Graduate Profile1.
The MES Graduate Profile
The MES Graduate Profile is a collection of the qualities and attributes developed through an MES Cairo education. CD

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

5. 2.
The Program of Studies
Every student studies all of the Core subjects.
Students choose one of the Elective subjects to study in Grade 9 and another one for Grade 10.
Grade 11 offers two choices and Grade 12 offers four. JT

6. Experiential Learning continues
The Elective Subjects
The Core Subjects
English
Science
Mathematics
Physical Education (PE)
Social Studies
Modern Languages
Arabic, Religion & Social Studies
Art & Design
Computer Science
Choir
Instrumental Music
Theatre
Creative Writing
Experiential Learning continues JT

7. GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Students earn credits for each course successfully completed and must have earned a minimum of 28 credits to graduate from MES Cairo. JT

8. This table shows the breakdown of how the minimum 28 credits are earned.
Subject Area
Minimum Credit
Recommended for College/University
English
4.0 4
Mathematics
3.0
Science
3-4
Social Studies 3
World Language
2.0 consecutive
3-4 / Fluency
Arts
2.0
Physical Education
1.0
Health Science
0.5
Religion
Arabic
Electives
3.5
TOTAL (Minimum)
28.0 JT

9. Individual Graduation Plan4.
Individual Graduation Plan
Every student in Grade 8 will meet with an advisor to plan out what courses need to be taken during the four years of High School. We look at career ideas, college majors and personal interests to help your child make the right choices about their future. JT

10. Individual Graduation Plan Worksheet
As a parent you will approve this worksheet after your child has met with their advisor. JT

11. 5.
Reporting to parents
Working together DM

12. Academic Warning Intervention Meeting Report Card Reporting to parents
Issued at mid-term if a student has any D+ or lower grades
A meeting called to establish how parents and teachers can support a student in their attempts to improve failing grades
Issued around the end of each term, just like the Grade 8 reports DM

13. 6.
Grade Point Average
Referred to as GPA, this gives an overall picture of a student’s performance. DM

14. Grade Point Average A
94-100
4.0 A-
90-93
3.7 B+
87-89
3.3 B
84-86
3.0 B-
80-83
2.7 C+
77-79
2.3 C
74-76
2.0 C-
70-73
1.7 D+
66-69
1.3
GPA
Grades are converted into numbers (see the chart) and averaged across all of the subjects. DM

15. 7.
The Transcript
The record of performance in High School – this will be sent to universities in Grade 12 as part of the application procedure. DM

16. The Transcript
Grade 9
Grade 10
Grade 11
Grade 12 DM

17. Some of our exams and tests are set by external agencies.8.
External Assessments
Some of our exams and tests are set by external agencies. DT

18. External Assessments
ACT – an alternative college admissions test, also taken in grades 11 & 12
See the Program of Studies for our extensive range of Advanced Placement courses
MAP – taken in Grades 7, 8 & 9
PSAT – taken in Grade 10
SAT – for college admission and taken in Grades 11 & 12 DT

19. University Admissions9.
University Admissions
Planning ahead DT

20. University Admissions
Minimum cumulative GPA: 2.0
Minimum SAT score: 960
(or ACT equivalent)
Each University has its own requirements
You can find out more by visiting a University’s website and looking for “Entry Requirements” or “Admissions”
After School Activities enhance applications
Universities are looking for candidates who do more than just study. They want “well-rounded” applicants. DT

21. University Guidance Form
Students will complete this form when they begin applying for universities and colleges DT

22. The number of minutes in four years – the time spent in High School!
2,102,400 DB

23. The Heads of Department
Introducing
The Heads of Department DB

24. Math – Ms. Howayda Fayyad English – Ms. Kelsey Bull
Core Heads of Department
Math – Ms. Howayda Fayyad
English – Ms. Kelsey Bull
Science – Ms. Lori Castleberry
Social Studies – Mr. Tom Roodvoets DB

25. Questions?
Who to ask? DB

26. Ms. Dodie Ballard – American Section Principal
Discuss any further questions with…
Ms. Dodie Ballard – American Section Principal
Mr. David McKoski – American Section Vice Principal
Ms. Christine Downey – Deputy Head
Mr. Daniel Tomlin – Dean of Students Grades 11 & 12
Mr. Jonathan Todd – Dean of Students Grades 9 & 10 DB

27. American Section High School