Our Mathematics courses align with Common Core State Standards (CCSS), following accelerated benchmarks provided by CCSS. Designed to give students the best possible chance of success on our Advanced Placement courses, our Math program develops critical thinking and problem-solving skills beyond computation.

Science courses are subject specific and aligned to Next Generation Science Standards. Our program emphasizes laboratory skills, modeling, scientific inquiry, and data analysis, which students explore across different scientific areas. The curriculum sets our learners up for success on our Advanced Placement courses.

Our skills-based Social Studies program aligns with the standards delineated by the National Council for History in Schools (NCHS). Social Studies courses at DAIS correlate to our English Language Arts program, creating connections across the subjects. Our meticulous American High School curriculum offers the best possible preparation for Advanced Placement courses.

Aligned to the National Standards for the Arts, our expansive Visual Arts program nurtures our students’ creative growth across a variety of mediums. Students also showcase their work at an annual Art Show held each spring. Building confidence and creativity, our American High School curriculum is the perfect stepping-stone to Advanced Placement courses.

Our Music program aligns with the National Standards for the Arts, enabling students to specialize in either instrumental or choral music. Our learners perform in at least one public concert each semester, with further performance opportunities offered every year.

English Language Arts

Our English Language Arts curriculum is primarily skills-based. It connects to correlating Social Studies courses and aligns with Common Core State Standards. Our program refines our students’ high-level reading, writing, speaking, and critical thinking skills through literary and/or non-fiction texts. Successful progression gives our students access to Advanced Placement English courses.

Aligned with American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) standards, our World Language courses focus on the five ‘Cs’ of language learning: Communication, Cultures, Connections, Comparisons, and Communities. Tapping into our local community and environment, our programs encourage learners to apply their language skills in real-world scenarios.

Physical and Health Education

Our PE courses align with Society for Health and Physical Educators (SHAPE) National Standards. In addition to completing the credit requirement for PE, our students also complete a semester-long Health Education course.

High School Curriculum | Dalian American International School |Dalian Huamei School

OUR AMERICAN HIGH SCHOOL CURRICULUM AND AP PROGRAM

High School at Dalian American International School is a dynamic and exciting time, where students enjoy an academically rigorous curriculum that prepares them for a successful college experience.

In a vibrant learning environment, our teachers stretch and challenge each student to fulfil their potential through our American High School curriculum. This sets them up for the challenge of Advanced Placement (AP) courses and Applied Studies opportunities.

Our AP programs are more challenging than typical High School curricula. As such, they are the perfect preparation for college and university. The number and difficulty of AP courses your child takes will play a significant role when a university assesses their academic level. 

STANDARDS-BASED GRADING AT OUR PRIVATE HIGH SCHOOL IN DALIAN

We determine our High School students’ academic progress through a standards-based grading system. Our system reports on whether a student has mastered key knowledge and skills in each subject. Grades are based on academic factors only; non-academic factors such as attendance, behavior, effort, and responsibility aren’t considered.

At our international High School in Dalian, Grade Point Average (GPA) isn’t weighted. Only courses completed (excluding Applied Studies) are calculated as part of a student’s overall GPA. GPA is based on a 4.0 scale.

A GUIDE TO OUR HIGH SCHOOL CURRICULUM SUBJECTS

Mathematics

Our Mathematics courses align with Common Core State Standards (CCSS), following accelerated benchmarks provided by CCSS. Designed to give students the best possible chance of success on our Advanced Placement courses, our Math program develops critical thinking and problem-solving skills beyond computation.
Science

Science courses are subject specific and aligned to Next Generation Science Standards. Our program emphasizes laboratory skills, modeling, scientific inquiry, and data analysis, which students explore across different scientific areas. The curriculum sets our learners up for success on our Advanced Placement courses.
Social Studies

Our skills-based Social Studies program aligns with the standards delineated by the National Council for History in Schools (NCHS). Social Studies courses at DAIS correlate to our English Language Arts program, creating connections across the subjects. Our meticulous American High School curriculum offers the best possible preparation for Advanced Placement courses.
Visual Arts

Aligned to the National Standards for the Arts, our expansive Visual Arts program nurtures our students’ creative growth across a variety of mediums. Students also showcase their work at an annual Art Show held each spring. Building confidence and creativity, our American High School curriculum is the perfect stepping-stone to Advanced Placement courses.
Music

Our Music program aligns with the National Standards for the Arts, enabling students to specialize in either instrumental or choral music. Our learners perform in at least one public concert each semester, with further performance opportunities offered every year.
English Language Arts

Our English Language Arts curriculum is primarily skills-based. It connects to correlating Social Studies courses and aligns with Common Core State Standards. Our program refines our students’ high-level reading, writing, speaking, and critical thinking skills through literary and/or non-fiction texts. Successful progression gives our students access to Advanced Placement English courses.
World Languages

Aligned with American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) standards, our World Language courses focus on the five ‘Cs’ of language learning: Communication, Cultures, Connections, Comparisons, and Communities. Tapping into our local community and environment, our programs encourage learners to apply their language skills in real-world scenarios.
Physical and Health Education

Our PE courses align with Society for Health and Physical Educators (SHAPE) National Standards. In addition to completing the credit requirement for PE, our students also complete a semester-long Health Education course.