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

The MES Graduate Profile 1. The MES Graduate Profile The MES Graduate Profile is a collection of the qualities and attributes developed through an MES Cairo education. CD

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

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

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

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

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

Individual Graduation Plan 4. 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

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

5. Reporting to parents Working together DM

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

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

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

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

The Transcript Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12 DM

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

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

University Admissions 9. University Admissions Planning ahead DT

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

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

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

The Heads of Department Introducing The Heads of Department DB

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

Questions? Who to ask? DB

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

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