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Course Description	Credit
English Department Course Description
English 9	1
English 10	1
English 11	1
Math Department Course Description
Math 9 – Algebra 1	1
Math 10 – Geometry	1
Math 11- Algebra 2	1
Integrated Math	1
Science Department Course Description
Science 9 – Physical Science	1
Science 10 –Biology	1
Science 11- Chemistry	1
Physics 1	1
AP Biology	1.5
Social Studies Department Course Description
Social Studies 9	1
World History 10	1
Geography 11	1
Arabic Department Course Description
Arabic 9	1
Arabic 10	1
Islamic Education Department Course Description
Islamic 9	1
Islamic 10	1

Elective Curses	Credit
Public Speaking 9	0.5
Journalism 9	0.5
Into Business 9	0.5
Nutrition 9	0.5
Into Business 10	0.5
Anatomy 10	0.5
Accounting 10	0.5
Python 10	0.5
Marketing 11	0.5
Intro to Graphic Designing	0.5

ENGLISH DEPARTMENT COURSE DESCRIPTION

English 9 1 credit

Content:

Building upon the knowledge and English Language Arts skills developed in previous years, students in Grades 9 and 10 will deeply engage with complex texts through independent reading and guided Close Reading. They will prepare for and participate in long-form whole class discussions, including Socratic Seminars, to enhance their critical thinking and oral communication skills. Writing instruction will focus on crafting multi-paragraph responses to Essential Questions, where students gather evidence and effectively communicate their thoughts. The curriculum aligns with the California Common Core State Standards (CCSS) and utilizes resources such as IXL and Into Literature textbooks, ensuring students acquire the necessary skills, knowledge, and critical thinking abilities to excel academically and beyond.

Course Overview:

The Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for English Language Arts provide a comprehensive framework for English education in grade 9. Here is a breakdown of the reading, language, writing, listening, and speaking skills typically expected at this grade level:

Reading Skills

Analyze Texts
Cite Evidence
Interpret Words and Phrases
Analyze Structure
Evaluate Point of View
Compare and Contrast

Language Skills:

Vocabulary: Determine the precise meaning of words and phrases using context clues and knowledge of Greek and Latin roots.
Grammar and Usage: Demonstrate command of standard English grammar and usage, including verb tense, subject-verb agreement, and pronoun-antecedent agreement.

Writing Skills:

Argumentative Writing: Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant
Informative/Explanatory Writing: Write informative or explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas, concepts, and information.
Narrative Writing: Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective techniques, well-chosen details, and well-structured sequences.
Research and Inquiry: Conduct short research projects to answer a question, drawing evidence from multiple sources.

Listening Skills:

Comprehension: Determine the main ideas and supporting details of spoken
Interpretation: Analyze the purpose, tone, and intent of the
Collaboration: Engage in collaborative discussions, express ideas clearly, and build on the ideas of others.

Speaking Skills:

Presentation Skills: Deliver formal presentations with a clear main point, supporting evidence, and appropriate visual aids.
Effective Communication: Communicate clearly and effectively in a variety of situations, adapting speech to the task and audience.
Collaboration: Engage in discussions, ask relevant questions, and contribute to conversations with informed comments.

Instructional Methods:

Our curriculum is structured around the 5Es Instructional Framework, ensuring comprehensive engagement in all classes and the instructional method of using “I do, we do, you do” which is known as the Gradual Release of Responsibility model. This approach involves a structured transition from teacher-led instruction to independent student practice. In the “I do” phase,
the teacher models the task or concept. During the “we do” phase, students practice with guidance and support. Finally, in the “you do” phase, students independently apply what they
have learned. Additionally, the English Learning Cycle is implemented, dedicating two weeks to each selection to integrate reading, language, writing, listening, and speaking skills. This is
followed by a dedicated writing sessions to enhance student proficiency.

Core Instructional Materials:

Our core instructional materials include a range of resources meticulously chosen to support student learning and engagement. These materials encompass HMH Into Literature, IXL and customized Notebooks for Reading, Language and Writing. In addition to these, our teaching resources include worksheets, PowerPoint presentations, and online assignments, all designed
to enrich the learning experience and foster academic growth.

English 10 1 credit

Content:

Grade Overview

The Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for English Language Arts provide a comprehensive framework for English education in grade 10. Here is a breakdown of the reading, language, writing, listening, and speaking skills typically expected at this grade level:

Reading Skills

Analyze Texts
Cite Evidence
Interpret Words and Phrases
Analyze
Evaluate Point of View
Compare and Contrast

Language Skills:

Vocabulary:
Grammar and Usage
Sentence Structure

Writing Skills:

Narrative Writing: Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective techniques, well-chosen details, and well-structured sequences.
Informative Writing: Write informative or explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas, concepts, and information.
Research and Inquiry: Conduct short research projects to answer a question, drawing evidence from multiple sources.

Listening Skills:

Comprehension: Determine the main ideas and supporting details of spoken
Interpretation: Analyze the purpose, tone, and intent of the
Collaboration: Engage in collaborative discussions, express ideas clearly, and build on the ideas of

Speaking Skills:

Presentation Skills: Deliver formal presentations with a clear main point, supporting evidence, and appropriate visual aids.
Effective Communication: Communicate clearly and effectively in a variety of situations, adapting speech to the task and audience.
Collaboration: Engage in discussions, ask relevant questions, and contribute to conversations with informed comments.

Instructional Methods:

Our curriculum is structured around the 5Es Instructional Framework, ensuring comprehensive engagement in all classes and the instructional method of using “I do, we do, you do” which is known as the Gradual Release of Responsibility model. This approach involves a structured transition from teacher-led instruction to independent student practice. In the “I do” phase, the teacher models the task or concept. During the “we do” phase, students practice with guidance and support. Finally, in the “you do” phase, students independently apply what they have learned.
Additionally, the English Learning Cycle is implemented, dedicating two weeks to each selection to integrate reading, language, writing, listening, and speaking skills. This is followed by a dedicated writing sessions to enhance student proficiency.

Core Instructional Materials:

This English course utilizes a blend of traditional and digital resources to develop comprehensive literacy skills. With tools like HMH Into Literature and IXL students receive personalized and adaptive content tailored to their reading levels. Customized notebooks for reading, language, and writing provide systematic practice, while worksheets and PPTs enhance classroom engagement. Online assignments offer additional practice and assessment to ensure mastery of the material. The course focuses on improving reading comprehension, critical thinking, vocabulary, and writing skills, preparing students for academic success and real-world communication.

Peer instruction
Cooperative learning
Problem-solving
Brainstorming
Inquiry-Based Learning
Differentiation
Group work

Assessment Methods:

Assessment of Learning (Summative): Writing Assessment, Mid-Term Assessment and End of Term Assessment/PSAT
Assessment for Learning (Formative): quizzes, weekly assignments and projects
Assessment as Learning: student reflection, graphic organizers, classroom

English 11 1 credit

Content:

This English Language Arts course is meticulously designed to foster students’ English literacy skills, including reading literature, reading informational texts, writing, language (encompassing vocabulary and grammar), and speaking and listening. The course will equip students to think critically and creatively across all subject areas. Students will engage in intensive reading exercises, developing abilities to make inferences, analyze character traits, settings, and events, and differentiate between literary and informational texts. Writing instruction will emphasize argumentative, informative, and narrative styles. A command of English language conventions, reading fluency, and effective speaking and writing is expected by the course’s end, ensuring students’ readiness for complex literacy tasks in future. The curriculum aligns with the California Common Core State Standards (CCSS) and utilizes resources such as IXL and Into Literature textbooks, ensuring students acquire the necessary skills, knowledge, and critical thinking abilities to excel academically and beyond.

Grade Overview

The Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for English Language Arts provide a comprehensive framework for English education in grade 11. Here is a breakdown of the reading, language, writing, listening, and speaking skills typically expected at this grade level:

Reading Skills

Analyze Texts
Cite Evidence
Interpret Words and Phrases
Analyze
Evaluate Point of View
Compare and Contrast

Language Skills:

Vocabulary:
Grammar and Usage
Sentence Structure

Writing Skills:

Narrative Writing: Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective techniques, well-chosen details, and well-structured sequences.
Informative Writing: Write informative or explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas, concepts, and information.
Research and Inquiry: Conduct short research projects to answer a question, drawing evidence from multiple sources.

Listening Skills:

Comprehension: Determine the main ideas and supporting details of spoken
Interpretation: Analyze the purpose, tone, and intent of the
Collaboration: Engage in collaborative discussions, express ideas clearly, and build on the ideas of

Speaking Skills:

Presentation Skills: Deliver formal presentations with a clear main point, supporting evidence, and appropriate visual aids.
Effective Communication: Communicate clearly and effectively in a variety of situations, adapting speech to the task and audience.
Collaboration: Engage in discussions, ask relevant questions, and contribute to conversations with informed comments.

Math Department Course Description

Math 9 Algebra1 1 credit

Content:

The two main domains are:

Algebra Functions Statistics & Probabilities
Algebra Functions Number & Quantities Course Description

Course Description

This course focuses on all the Mathematics California Common Core State Standards (CCSS). This curriculum integrates mathematics knowledge, practices, reasoning, and problem-solving. It focuses on four main domains that are (1) deepen and extend understanding of linear and exponential relationships; (2) contrast linear and exponential relationships with each other and engage in methods for analyzing, solving, and using quadratic functions; (3) extend the laws of exponents to square and cube roots; and (4) apply linear models to data that exhibit a linear trend.

Based on a comprehensive review of last year’s curriculum, we identified a number of standards that were not adequately addressed. In response, we have prioritized and actively incorporated these learning standards into the 2025 curriculum. With a strong focus on developing students’ mathematical abilities, our instructional approach will focus on integrating individual strategies tailored to address students’ specific needs. These needs will be identified through a thorough analysis of NWEA MAP reports and progress data.

Instructional Methods:

The math department employs the 5 E’s model (Engage, Explore, Explain, Elaborate, Evaluate) for instruction, incorporating manipulatives to enhance learning. Both in-class and out-of-class activities are utilized, alongside online platforms like HMH Into Math and IXL. We also organize internal and external math competitions to support and challenge students.

Core Instructional Materials:

The math department uses Algebra 1 for grade 9 and provides customized math notebooks for student use.

Assessment Methods:

Formative assessments, such as classwork and exit tickets, skill development to evaluate student understanding throughout lessons.
Summative assessments consist of two major tests: a Mid-Term worth 20 marks and an End of Term worth 40 marks, providing comprehensive feedback on students’ mathematical proficiency and progress.

Math 10 – Geometry 1 credit

Course Description

This course includes standards from the conceptual categories of Geometry and Statistics and Probability*. Some standards are repeated in multiple higher mathematics courses; therefore instructional notes, which appear in brackets, indicate what is appropriate for study in this particular course. For the Geometry course, instructional time should focus on six critical areas: (1) establish criteria for congruence of triangles based on rigid motions; (2) establish criteria for similarity of triangles based on dilations and proportional reasoning; (3) informally develop explanations of circumference, area, and volume formulas; (4) apply the Pythagorean Theorem to the coordinate plane; (5) prove basic geometric theorems; and (6) extend work with probability*.

Content:

Congruence
Expressing Geometric Properties with Equations
Modeling with Geometry
Congruence
Similarity, Right Triangles, and Trigonometry
Similarity, Right Triangles, and Trigonometry
Circles
Expressing Geometric Properties with Equations
Geometric Measurement and Dimension
Modeling with Geometry

Instructional Methods:

The math department employs the 5 E’s model (Engage, Explore, Explain, Elaborate, Evaluate) for instruction, incorporating manipulatives to enhance learning. Both in-class and out-of-class activities are utilized, alongside online platforms like HMH Geometry, IXL, Quizziz and Khan Academy, and math competitions to support and challenge students.

Core Instructional Materials:

The math department uses Geometry for grade 10 and provides math notebooks for student use. Additional resources are available like PPTs, worksheets and study guide.

Assessment Methods:

Formative assessments, such as classwork and exit tickets, skill development to evaluate student understanding throughout lessons.
Summative assessments consist of two major tests: a Mid-Term worth 20 marks and an End of Term worth 40 marks, providing comprehensive feedback on students’ mathematical proficiency and progress.

Math 11 Algebra 2 1 credit

Course Description

Algebra 2 course aligned with California Common Core State Standards covers various advanced mathematical concepts, ensuring students develop a deeper understanding and are prepared for college-level coursework. The course is typically divided into two semesters, focusing on key domains including functions, polynomial expressions, equations, and trigonometric functions.

Key Topics Covered:

Functions and Their Behaviour: This includes interpreting and analysing different types of functions (linear, quadratic, exponential, and trigonometric) in terms of graphs, tables, and equations. Students explore how to build new functions based on existing ones and analyse their features like intercepts, rates of change, and asymptotes.
Polynomials and Rational Expressions: Students learn to perform arithmetic operations on polynomials, understand the relationship between zeros and factors, and apply the Remainder and Factor Theorems. Simplifying, adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing rational expressions are also emphasized.
Equations and Inequalities: This unit covers solving complex equations, including systems of equations, inequalities, and those involving absolute values. Students are also taught to solve exponential and logarithmic equations graphically and
Trigonometry: The course introduces the unit circle, trigonometric identities, and their applications, including modelling periodic phenomena. Students work on graphing trigonometric functions and solving trigonometric equations.
Advanced Topics: Other areas include working with complex numbers, exploring exponential growth and decay, and delving into sequences, series, and the Binomial

The structure of Algebra 2 under the California standards also integrates mathematical practices that encourage critical thinking, problem-solving, and modelling real-life scenarios using mathematics. This approach helps students to not only solve problems but also understand the reasoning behind mathematical concepts.

Science Department Course Description

Science 9 – Physics 9 1 credit

Course Description

Grade 9 Science is a Physical Science. The course focuses on work and energy, kinetic and potential energy, mechanical energy, electrical force, simple circuits, mirrors, matter, structure of atom, periodic table, balancing equations, types of bonds, classifying chemical reactions. Students will be provided with a variety of meaningful learning opportunities to develop their high order thinking skills that are essential to solve problems more effectively.

Content:

Instructional Methods:

The 5E Model of Instruction is used to teach this Physical Science course. Emphasis is on concept and skill-development rather than memorization of facts and the application of concepts to everyday life-situations. In the practical work, students will be encouraged to question the validity and reliability of data and appreciate the value of the scientific method and reasoning. In class, they are exposed to differentiated tasks tailored to their learning styles and academic abilities, ensuring a personalized and effective learning experience.

Core Instructional Materials:

McGrow Hill online resources & interactivities
Notebooks and lab report
PowerPoint Presentations
Instructional videos

Assessment Methods:

Formative assessments, includes participation in co and extra-curricular activities, interdisciplinary projects, graded assignments, investigations and hands on
Summative assessments include a Mid-Term and End of Term Assessment, MAP Tests providing comprehensive feedback on students’ performance development
Laboratory evaluations are assessed on attitude, experimental manipulation, observation, communication and These require the use of higher order thinking skills gathering and analyzing data, drawing diagrams, solving problems and applying scientific principles.

Students’ progress is additionally assessed through the MAP standardized testing, which provides valuable data to guide instruction and measure growth.

Science 10 – Biology1 1 credit

Course description

Biology is a laboratory and inquiry-based course investigating aspects of the science of life. Throughout the course, a foundation in experimental design, experimental reporting, scientific thinking, and research skills are emphasized. Students will study the process of science, cell structure and function, photosynthesis, cellular respiration, genetics, ecology, and human populations. In this course, there is an emphasis on concept and skill-development, rather than memorization of facts, and the application of concepts to everyday life-situations. Students will work on developing skills such as experimental planning and design, report writing, and scientific thinking to develop in students an appreciation of how biology relates to them and to the world in which they live.

Content

Instructional Methods:

The 5Es Model of Instruction is used to teach Biology course. Emphasis is on concept and skill- development rather than memorization of facts and the application of concepts to everyday life- situations. Course activities will include demonstrations, taking class notes, laboratory experiments, self-study, class discussions, collaborative learning and real-life scenarios. In the practical work, students will be encouraged to question the validity and reliability of data and appreciate the value of the scientific method and reasoning. In class, they are exposed to differentiated tasks tailored to their learning styles and academic abilities, ensuring a personalized and effective learning experience.

Core Instructional Materials:

Mc Grew Hill Inspire Biology
PowerPoint
Instructional
Biology Labs

Assessment Methods:

Formative assessments, includes participation in co and extra-curricular activities, interdisciplinary projects, graded assignments, investigations and hands on
Summative assessments include a Mid-Term and End of Term Assessment, providing comprehensive feedback on students’ performance development
Laboratory evaluations are assessed on attitude, experimental manipulation, observation, communication and These require the use of higher order thinking skills gathering and analyzing data, drawing diagrams, solving problems and applying scientific principles.

Science 11 – Chemistry 1 credit

Content:

Students in the chemistry course acquire new theoretical and experimental skills and abilities. They learn how to plan, conduct, and analyze scientific experiments by following the scientific method. They enhance their critical thinking skills and improve their ability to analyze data. This course starts by defining the simplest building units of matter and changes, properties of periodic table, writing chemical formulas and equations, solving stoichiometric calculations, energy transformations and describing the structure of the nuclear atom. The completion of this course will set a solid foundation for advanced courses in the field of chemistry.

Instructional Methods:

Science 11 – AP Biology 1.5 credit

Content:

The Grade 11 Advanced Biology course consists of 5 main domains, Microbiology and an introduction to Virology, Botany, Evolution, and Human Anatomy and Physiology. This course includes detailed discussion of all body systems and their interrelationships in health and disease, with a focus on four main cross-cutting concepts: how structure is related to function, the relationship between cause and effect, stability and change, and systems and system models. Class discussions are supplemented by regular reading in the provided textbook resources and enriched with additional

selected readings. This course includes visits to the lab to enhance students’ understanding of coursecontent through hands-on experience and practical application of the theoretical knowledge.

Instructional Methods:

The 5Es Model of Instruction is used to teach AP Biology course. Emphasis is on concept and skill development rather than memorization of facts and the application of concepts to everyday life- situations. Course activities will include demonstrations, taking class notes, laboratory experiments, self-study, class discussions, collaborative learning and real-life scenarios. In the practical work, students will be encouraged to question the validity and reliability of data and appreciate the value of the scientific method and reasoning. In class, they are exposed to differentiated tasks tailored to their learning styles and academic abilities, ensuring a personalized and effective learning experience.

Science 11 – Physics 1 1 credit

Content:

In Physics 1, students typically explore foundational concepts of classical mechanics, covering topics such as motion, forces, energy, and momentum. They explore Newton’s laws of motion, studying how objects move under the influence of various forces and learning to analyze motion using kinematic equations. Additionally, students often investigate the concepts of work, energy, and power,gaining an understanding of how energy is transferred and transformed in physical systems. Conservation laws, including the conservation of energy and momentum, are also central to the curriculum, providing students with fundamental principles for analyzing a wide range of physical phenomena. Throughout the course, students engage in hands-on experiments and problem-solving exercises to deepen their understanding of these core concepts and develop their skills in applying mathematical tools to describe and predict the behavior of objects in motion

Instructional Methods:

The 5Es Model of Instruction is used to teach physics course. Emphasis is on concept and skill development rather than memorization of facts and the application of concepts to everyday life-situations. Course activities will include demonstrations, taking class notes, laboratory experiments, self-study, class discussions, collaborative learning and real-life scenarios. In the practical work, students will be encouraged to question the validity and reliability of data and appreciate the value of the scientific method and reasoning. In class, they are exposed to differentiated tasks tailored to their learning styles and academic abilities, ensuring a personalized and effective learning experience.

Social Studies Department Course Description

Social studies A:9 1 credit

المحتوى:

إن المنهج المعتمد لمادة الدارسات الاجتماعية للصف التاسع هو منهاج وزارة ال رتبية والتعليم المجسد لرؤية دولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة لعام 2021م وال ر يت حددتها الوثيقة الوطنية للمنهاج لعام 2017م.

طرق التدريس:

يتم تدريس مادة الدراسات الاجتماعية بناءً على تعليم مهارات ومعارف تعزز القيم الأخلاقية والهوية الوطنية إضافة إلى

إكساب الطلبة مهارات التفك رت الناقد وحل المشكلات ومهارات الابتكار والإبداع ومهارات البحث وجمع المعلومات وتحليل الرسوم البيانية والنصوص القرائية والمهارات المتنوعة . يف العمل على الخرائط وال ر يت سيتدرب عليها الطلاب خلال العام الدرا يس، كما نُركز . يف التدريس على كيفية مُمارسة المواطنة الصالحة وتعزيز التفاعل الاجتما يع وتطوير معارف ومهارات الطلبة لأن يُصبحوا أعضاء فاعل ر .ي . يف مجتمع متنوع ضمن عالم م رتابط ومتصل.

مصادر التعلّم:

كتاب الدراسات الاجتماعية المقرر للصف التاسع
الكتاب الوزاري إلك رتو”ا.
أوراق عمل تعليمية.

طرق التقييم:

أولًا: الاختبارات: –

يُب .ت الاختبار وف ”قا للمعارف والمهارات ال ر يت تدرب عليها الطلبة خلال الفصل الدرا يس.
يُطبق الاختبار وف ”قا للنواتج التعليمية المستهدفة للقياس وفق الخطةالزمنية المقررة لكل مرحلة.
يخضع الطلبة لنظام التقويم المستمر بواقع اختبارين . يف كل فصل درا يس خلال العام الدرا يس.
تتنوع مستويات طرح الأسئلة . يف كل اختبار ب ر .ي)العمق المعر . يف الأول- العمق المعر . يف الثا . ين-العمق المعر . يف الثالث(مراعاة للفروق الفردية.

ثانيًا: الأنشطة التعليمي الصفية واللاصفية *المهمة البحثية:

يُكلف بها الطالب مره واحده خلال الفصل الدرا يس الواحد،يقدم فيها المعلم المساعدة حسب حاجة الطالب وقدراته

*النشاط الص · ف:

يٌنفذ صف ”يا وهو نشاط مٌرتبط بنواتج التعليم المستهدف قياسها وال ر يت سبق تعلمها خلال الحصة التعليمية.

*تحليل الصور:

يُقصد بالصور هنا صور الشخصيات أو الظواهر الاقتصادية أو صور تمثل عوامل معينة وتركز على دولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة، ويٌطلب هنا من الطالب فهم الصورة وترجمتها إلى معلومة محددة.

*تحليل الرسوم البيانية

يقصد بها التعرف على أنواع مختلفة من الرسوم البيانية مثل الخطوط والأعمدة والدوائر والمخططات الدائرية وقراءة البيانات المعروضة . يف الرسم البيا . ين بدقة وتحليل المعلومات المتاحة

*تحليل النصوص القرائية:

النص عادة ما يكون ذو موضوع واحد يتكون من عدة فقرات يأ ر ين من محتوى الكتاب المدر يس للمراحل الإبتدائية

الدنيا، أما مراحل الإبتدائية العليا والمرحلة المتوسطة والعليا فتكون النصوص القرائية خارجية ذات علاقة بالموضوعات المدروسة . يف الكتاب المدر يس والكتب الإثرائية.

*مهارات تحليل الخريطة:

الخريطة عادة ما تكون طبيعية أو ب رشية، وعند التعامل مع مهارات تحليل الخريطة يجب مراعاة ما ي يلى:

قراءة عنوان الخريطة لفهم موضوعها.
ملاحظة عناصر الخريطة وخاصة مفتاح الخريطة ومب ر.ي الاتجاهات
الربط ب ر.ي المعلومات الواردة عليها وب ر .ي الظواهر ال رت تعرضها الخريطة.
تكوين الحقائق والتعميمات.

Social studies B:9 1 credit

Content:

The Social and Cultural Studies Program prepares learners for the ever-rapid changes in social fabric, as well as the need to assess and track trends and changes in moral, community, civic and cultural aspects. It safeguards accomplishments in the formation of a unique local character, preserves national heritage and deters adverse behavior. The program facilitates the development of a strong appreciation of the importance of relating knowledge of past people, events and civilizations to present and future challenges.

Instructional Methods:

The program is taught based on teaching cognitive skills that enhance moral values and national identity, in addition to providing students with critical thinking skills, problem solving, graph analysis, reading texts, and in working on the maps that students will practice on during the academic year.

Core Instructional Materials:

The Social Studies textbook for Grade
The E-book

Assessment Methods:

Each Mid and end of term assessment is designed according to the knowledge and skills that students have trained during the term.
The levels of questioning in each test vary between (The first, second, and third levels of knowledge depth), taking into account individual differences.

Educational Activities (Curricular and Extracurricular)

Research task:

The student is assigned this task once per term. The teacher provides assistance according to the student’s needs and abilities. No product will be accepted unless it is prepared by the student.

Picture analysis:

The term “pictures” refers to images of personalities, economic phenomena, or pictures representing certain factors, with a focus on the United Arab Emirates. Students are asked to understand the picture and translate it into specific information.

Reading Text Analysis:

In middle, and High School, the reading texts are external and related to the topics studied in the textbook and supplementary books.

Map Skills:

Maps are usually political, physical, or When dealing with map skills, the following should be considered:
- Reading the map’s title to understand its
- Observing the map’s elements, especially the map key and direction
- Connecting the information on the map with the phenomena it

World History 10: 1 credit

Course Description

This course explores the rich and diverse histories of great civilizations from ancient times through the early modern era, focusing on key developments that shaped societies across the globe. Students will investigate the rise and fall of empires, the influence of geography on human societies, and the evolution of cultural, political, and economic systems.
Through a chronological and thematic approach, students will examine ancient civilizations such as Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, and Rome, and trace the development of major world religions. The course will also cover the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, and the Age of Exploration, delving into the impact of these periods on trade, technology, and cultural exchange.
By the end of the course, students will gain a deep understanding of how ancient and early modern civilizations laid the foundation for the modern world, while also recognizing the interconnectedness of global histories.

Content and Key Topics:

The rise and fall of ancient civilizations (Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, Rome, )
Early human societies and cultural achievements
Development of major world religions (Hinduism, Judaism, Buddhism, Christianity, Islam)
Feudalism and the Middle Ages in Europe
The Byzantine Empire and the Islamic Golden Age
The Renaissance and its intellectual and artistic transformations
The Age of Exploration and its effects on global trade and colonization
Scientific, cultural, and economic advancements in early modern Europe

Instructional Methods:

This course uses the 5E’s instructional model, which includes the following phases to enhance student engagement and learning:

Engage: Capture students’ interest and connect prior knowledge to new concepts through questions, discussions, or thought-provoking activities.
Explore: Encourage students to investigate historical events, primary sources, and artifacts through hands-on activities, research, and group collaboration.
Explain: Facilitate understanding by guiding students in making connections, presenting findings, and discussing historical interpretations.
Elaborate: Deepen knowledge by applying concepts in new contexts, such as analyzing historical patterns, comparing civilizations, or debating historical perspectives.
Evaluate: Assess student understanding through formative assessments, project presentations, written reflections, and summative exams.

Instructional Materials:

The following instructional materials will be used to support student learning in this course:

Textbooks:
Primary Sources
Multimedia Resources
Digital Tools
Interactive Notebooks
Group Projects and Presentations

Assessment Methods:

Research projects
Group discussions and debates
Quizzes, mid- term exams, and final exam
Group Presentation

Geography 11: 1 credit

Course Description:

High school geography courses in California focus on developing students’ understanding of the world’s physical and human landscapes. Students learn to use maps, analyze spatial data, and understand the relationships between people and their environments.

Content

Physical Geography: Study of Earth’s natural features, such as mountains, rivers, and climate zones.
Human Geography: Examination of human activities, cultures, economies, and their impact on the environment.
Map Skills: Learning to read and interpret maps, including the use of latitude and longitude, and understanding spatial relationships.
Environmental Issues: Analysis of environmental challenges and the impact of human activities on the planet.
Globalization and Urbanization: Understanding the processes of globalization and urban development and their effects on societies.

Skills Developed:

Critical Thinking: Evaluating the impact of geographic factors on historical and current
Research and Presentation: Conducting research projects and presenting
Spatial Analysis: Analysing spatial data and understanding patterns and

These courses aim to prepare students for success in college and the workplace by fostering critical thinking, analytical skills, and a deeper understanding of the world around them

Arabic Department Course Description

Arabic A:9 1 credit

المحتوى:

1النصوص الأدبية)الشعرية-القصصية(

2 النصوص المعلوماتية.

3النحو –

4البلاغة.

5الاستماع والتحدث.

6الكتابة.

طرق التدريس: -1العصف الذه . يت. –

2العمل التعاو . ين.

-3الحوار والمناقشة.

-4البحث والتق يص.

-5الاستقراء والاستنتاج.

-6حل المشكلات.

-7التنبؤ.

-8التعلم بالأقران.

-9المعلم الصغ رت.

-10التعلم الذ اّ ر ين. مصادر التعلم:

-1الكتاب المقرر من وزارة ال رتبية والتعليم . يف دولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة.

-2منصة كت. يت القرائية.

-3ملزمة الكتابة الإبداعية والوظيفية.

-4الدف رت الخاص بمادة اللغة العربية.

-5مكتبة المدرسة.

-6أوراق العمل.

-8اللوحات والخرائط الذهنية التوضيحية.

-9الوسائل التعليمية)المجسمات-الرسومات- المنشورات(

طرق التقييم<

-1الاختبار التشخي يص.

2 – التقييم )القب يلى-البنا ين- الختا يم.( -3التقييم )الشفوي-الكتا . ين.(

-4التقييم المستمر– تقييم منتصف الفصل.

-5 التقييم الختا يم.

المحتوى

-1النصوص الأدبية)الشعرية-القصصية( -2 النصوص المعلوماتية.

-3النحو -4البلاغة.

-5الاستماع والتحدث. -6الكتابة. طرق التدريس: -1العصف الذه . يت.

-2العمل التعاو . ين.

-3الحوار والمناقشة.

-4البحث والتق يص. -5الاستقراء والاستنتاج.

-6حل المشكلات. -7التنبؤ.

-8التعلم بالأقران.

-9المعلم الصغ رت. -10التعلم الذا ر ين.

مصادر التعلّم

-1الكتاب المقرر من وزارة ال رتبية والتعليم . يف دولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة.

-2منصة كت. يت القرائية.

-3ملزمة الكتابة الإبداعية والوظيفية. -4الدف رت الخاص بمادة اللغة العربية. -5مكتبة المدرسة.

-6أوراق العمل.

-8اللوحات والخرائط الذهنية التوضيحية.

-9الوسائل التعليمية)المجسمات-الرسومات- المنشورات(

*تحليل الطرق التقييم-1الاختبار التشخي يص

2 – القب يلى-البنا ين- الختا يم.

-3التقييم الشفوي-الكتا . ين

-4التقييم المستمر – تقييم منتصف الفصل.

-5 التقييم الختا يم.

المحتوى

-1 النصوص الأدبية.

-2 النصوص المعلوماتية. -3التوظيف النحوي. -4ال رتاكيب اللغوية.

-5شبكة المفردات.

طرق التدريس: -1العمل التعاو . ين. -2الحوار والمناقشة.

-3البحث والتق يص.

-4الاستقراء والاستنتاج.

-5حل المشكلات. -6 التعلم بالأقران.

-7 الخرائط المعرفية للفهم القرا ين. -8 العصف الذه . يت.

-9 تمثيل الأدوار.

-10 التعلم الذ اّ ر ين .

مصادر التعلم

-1الكتاب المقرر من وزارة ال رتبية والتعليم . يف دولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة.

-2منصة كت. يت القرائية

-3 ملزمة الأنشطة الإثرائية الداعمة. -4الدف رت الخاص بمادة اللغة العربية. -5مكتبة المدرسة.

-6أوراق العمل.

-7 المواقع الإلك رتونية

طرق التقييم: -1الاختبار الَّتشُّخي يص. -2 اختبار التقدم.

3 –التقييم القب يلى- البنا ين- الختا يم. -4التقييم الشفوي- الكتا . ين

-5التقييم المستمر – تقييم منتصف الفصل.

-6 التقييم الختا يم.

المحتوى

-1 النصوص الأدبية

-2 النصوص المعلوماتية. -3التوظيف النحوي. -4التراكيب اللغوية. -5شبكة المفردات.

طرق التدريس: -1العصف الذهني. -2العمل التعاوني. -3الحوار والمناقشة. -4البحث والتقصي. -5الاستقراء والاستنتاج. -6حل المشكلات. -7التنبؤ.

-8التعلم بالأقران.

مصادر التعلّم

-1الكتاب المقرر من وزارة التربية والتعليم في دولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة. -2منصة كت. يت القرائية

-3ملزمة الأنشطة الإثرائية للمبتدئين.

-4الدفتر الخاص بمادة اللغة العربية. -5مكتبة المدرسة.

-6أوراق العمل.

-7 المواقع الإلكترونية طرق التقييم: -1الاختبار التشخيصي.

2 – التقييم القبلي- البنائي- الختامي. -3التقييم الشفوي- الكتابي.

-4التقييم المستمر – تقييم منتصف الفصل. -5 التقييم الختامي.

Arabic A:10 1 credit

المحتوى:

*تحليل الصور:<بالنظر إلى ما تحتويه الدروس المستهدفة · ف هذا العام من تنوي••••ع · ف المضمون وأسلوب طرح الموضوعات، فأنه يُتوقع من

الطالب أن:

يتعرف معا .ين ودلالات الآيات الكريمة وما احتوتها من مضام ر .ي أخلاقية هامة.
يستنبط الأحكام ال رشعيةمن الأحاديث النبوية ال رشيفة.
يعرّف فضل الله على الإنسان
يستخرجالع .تة والهدف من دراسة الشخصيات المؤثرة . يف المجتمع الإسلا يم.
يم رّ.ت ب ر .ي الحلال والحرام من الطعام وال رشاب.
ي رشحأحكام الحج والزكاة.
يحددأهم ملامح س رتة الرسول الكريم صلى الله عليه وسلم من كافة الجوانب ال رتبوية والدعوية والمجتمعية .
يقدّر نعمة الأمن والأمان.

طرق التدريس:

التعلم التعاو · ن: يتم تصميم أنشطة جماعية لتعزيز العمل الجما يع ب ر .ي الطلاب.

المناقشة والحوار: استخدام الحوار والمناقشة لإ رشاك الطلبة . يف التفك رت النقدي وتحليل المفاهيم الدينية.

الأنشطة العملية: تنفيذ أنشطة عملية مثل أداء العبادات وتطبيق القيم الإسلامية والمعاملات . يف الحياة اليومية.

استخدام الوسائط المتنوعة: توظيف الوسائط المتنوعة مثل الفيديوهات والرسوم والخرائط الذهنية

مصادر التعلّم:

الكتاب المدر س: الكتاب المقرر الذي يحتوي على الدروس والنصوص القرآنية والس رتة النبوية. الأنشطة ال رتبوية: أوراق عمل وعروض تقديمية وأنشطة تربوية لتعزيز الفهم وتطبيق المعارف الدينية.

المصادر الإضافية: قصص دينية ومراجع لتعميق فهم الطلبة للدروس المستفادة.

>طرق التقييم:

ينقسم التقييم . يف مادة ال رتبية الإسلامية إلى قسم ر .ي رئيس ر .ي: التقييمات المستمرة والتقييمات الختامية. تشكل التقييمات التكوينية

المستمرة ما نسبته %60 من الدرجة الكلية وتتضمن عناصر متعددة منها ما يعتمد على ملاحظة المعلم ووفق شبكات أداء خاصة

كالقيم والدافعية للتعلم، ومنهاّ التقييمات ال رت تجرى بشكل رس يم كتقييم حفظ السور القرآنية، التلاوة والتجويد، الأنشطة الكتابية والعملية ، والم رشوع. بينما تشكل التقييمات الختامية %40 المتبقية ويشمل اختبارين رئيسي ر .ي الأول . يف منتصف الفصل ونسبته %20 والثا . ين نها ين . يف نهاية الفصل بنسبة .%40 حيث تضمن هذه الطريقة تقييم ”ا شاملًا لتعلم وأداء الطلبة طوال الفصل الدرا يس.

المحتوى:

الطالب أن:

يتعرف معا . ين ودلالات الآيات الكريمة وما احتوتها من مضام ر .ي أخلاقية و رشعية هامة.

يقدّر جهود علماء الأمة . يف حفظ السنة النبوية.

يعرف مصطلحات الحديث، والتدرب على كيفية استخدام السنة كمصدر للت رشي••••ع والعلم والمعرفة. يتمثل قيم العطاء والمسؤولية، والتدرب على ممارستها.

ي رشح الأحكام ال رشعية المتعلقة باللباس والزواج . يف الإسلام.

يحدد أهم ملامح س رتة الرسول الكريم صلى الله عليه وسلم من كافة الجوانب ال رتبوية والدعوية والمجتمعية .

طرق التدريس:

التعلم التعاو · ن: يتم تصميم أنشطة جماعية لتعزيز العمل الجما يع ب ر .ي الطلاب.

المناقشة والحوار: استخدام الحوار والمناقشة لإ رشاك الطلبة . يف التفك رت النقدي وتحليل المفاهيم الدينية.

استخدام الوسائط المتنوعة: توظيف الوسائط المتنوعة مثل الفيديوهات والرسوم والخرائط الذهنية لتوضيح المفاهيم الدينية.

مصادر التعلّم:

المصادر الإضافية: قصص دينية ومراجع لتعميق فهم الطلبة للدروس المستفادة.

طرق التقييم:

كالقيم والدافعية للتعلم، ومنها اّلتقييمات ال رت تجرى بشكل رس يم كتقييم حفظ السور القرآنية، التلاوة والتجويد، الأنشطة الكتابية والعملية ، والم رشوع. بينما تشكل التقييمات الختامية %40 المتبقية ويشمل اختبارين رئيسي ر .ي الأول . يف منتصف الفصل والثا . ين نها ين . يف نهاية الفصل حيث تضمن هذه الطريقة تقييم ”ا شاملًا لتعلم وأداء الطلبة طوال الفصل الدرا يس.

Content:

At the end of this course, students will:

- - Memorize and interpret two Surats, master its recitation, and learn the approaches of understanding the Holy Quran.
  - Learn the Hadith that included in
  - Starting with explaining the meaning of compliance with morals and introducing the values of Islam.
  - Know Allah’s favor on the human by focusing on two names of Allah
  - Recognize that the spread of knowledge and participation in establishing a strong
  - Explain the right Islamic rulings of pilgrimage by understanding through the seerah of the Prophet (saw).
  - Distinguish between the lawful and unlawful food and explain
  - Identify the most important features of the prominent
  - Show thankfulness for the blessings that Allah has created, loyalty to their nation and to the religious and national occasions.

Instructional Methods:

Collaborative Learning: Group activities are designed to promote teamwork among students.

Discussion and Dialogue: Dialogue and discussion are used to engage students in critical thinking and analysis of religious concepts.

Practical Activities: Practical activities are implemented, such as performing acts of worship and applying Islamic values in daily life.

Core Instructional Materials:

Textbook: The MOE book that contains lessons, Quranic texts, and the Prophet’s biography.

Additional Resources: PPT’s, worksheets

Assessment Methods:

The assessment structure for Islamic Education is divided into two primary categories:

Formative Assessments: Continuous formative assessments make up 60% of the overall grade and encompass various components. These include teacher observations based on specific performance criteria such as values and Attitude toward learning, as well as formal evaluations like Quranic surah memorization, recitation and Tajweed, written assignments, and projects.

Summative Assessments account for the remaining 40% of the grade, consisting of two major exams: a mid-Term and End of Term Assessment. This approach ensures a thorough evaluation of students’ learning and performance throughout the semester.

Content:

At the end of this course, students will:

- - Memorize (selected verses), master its recitation, and learn the approaches of understanding the Holy Quran.
  - Learn the Hadith terms, train on how to use Sunnah as a source of legislation, information and knowledge.
  - Introduce the values of chastity and responsibility, and train on practicing obedience to the Ruler.
  - Apply the Islamic morals to use the mental approaches in establishing the faith
  - Recognize that the spread of knowledge and participation in establishing a strong
  - Explain the importance of self-accountability, chastity and commitment to the values of good in worship.
  - Distinguish between the lawful and unlawful acts, and explain the rules of marriage
  - Identify the most important features of the Prophet
  - Develop a plan to overcome the problems of the Islamic nation, develop solutions to remedy them, and apply the Islam morals and teachings in dealing with tolerance.

Instructional Methods:

Collaborative Learning: Group activities are designed to promote teamwork among students.

Discussion and Dialogue: Dialogue and discussion are used to engage students in critical thinking and analysis of religious concepts.

Practical Activities: Practical activities are implemented, such as performing acts of worship and applying Islamic values in daily life.

Core Instructional Materials:

Textbook: The MOE book that contains lessons, Quranic texts, and the Prophet’s biography.

Additional Resources: PPT’s and worksheets of the lessons learned.

Assessment Methods:

The assessment structure for Islamic Education is divided into two primary categories:

Formative Assessments:

Continuous formative assessments make up 60% of the overall grade and encompass various components. These include teacher observations based on specific performance criteria such Attitude toward learning, as well as formal evaluations like Quranic surah memorization, recitation and Tajweed, written assignments, and projects.

Summative Assessments

Account for the remaining 40% of the grade, consisting of two major exams: a mid-Term and End of Term Assessment. This approach ensures a thorough evaluation of students’ learning and performance throughout the semester.

High School Elective Courses

Grade 9 Elective Courses

Public Speaking 9: 0.5 credit

Course Description:

This Public Speaking course is designed to equip high school students with the skills necessary for effective verbal communication, focusing on speech preparation, audience analysis, informative and persuasive speaking, and ethical considerations in public discourse. Students will learn to research topics, organize content, use visual aids, and deliver speeches confidently while respecting cultural diversity and ethical norms. The course emphasizes practical speaking opportunities and critical listening, aligning with the California Common Core State Standards for grades 9-12. The course will be completed over threeterms, with specific units focusing on speech communication, preparation, delivery, and persuasion techniques.

Content

Content Standards (Key Focus Areas Covered in Public Speaking):

Speech Communication:

- - Understand and apply the communication process effectively in various
  - Recognize the importance of ethical communication and cultural sensitivity in public

Speech Preparation and Audience Analysis:

- - Develop skills in selecting appropriate speech topics and analyzing audience needs. Understand the significance of audience-centeredness and adaptability in speech

Informative Speaking:

- - Learn the techniques for organizing and delivering informative
  - Develop clarity, coherence, and precision in presenting information to an

Persuasive Speaking:

- - Understand the elements of persuasive communication, including ethos, pathos, and Develop arguments, use evidence effectively, and understand audience dynamics in persuasion.

Listening Skills:

- - Differentiate between hearing and listening and develop strategies for effective listening. Apply critical thinking to analyze and evaluate the content of speeches and

Delivery and Visual Aids:

- - Learn and practice the elements of effective speech delivery, including voice modulation and body language. Utilize visual aids effectively to enhance message clarity and audience

Instructional Methods:

These instructional methods integrate the content and strategies from “The Art of Public Speaking” with the expectations of the US Common Core Standards, ensuring that students not only learn the theoretical aspects of public speaking but also apply them through practical, hands-on experience. The focus on practice, collaboration, and reflection prepares students for various speaking situations, fostering confidence and competence in public speaking.

Assessment Overview:

Term 1 :

- - Summative Assessment 1 (Nov 15-22): “Communication Process Project”
  - Summative Assessment 2 (Dec 6-13): “Audience Analysis Report”

Term 2 :

- - Summative Assessment 3 (Feb 28-Mar 7): “Informative Speech Presentation”
  - Summative Assessment 4 (March 14-21): “Persuasive Speech and Debate”

Term 3 :

- - Summative Assessment 5 (May 12-19): “Listening Skills Evaluation”
  - Final Capstone Project (June 20-27): “Multimedia Presentation”

Journalism 9: 0.5 credit

Course Description:

This journalism course is designed to introduce high school students to the fundamentals of journalism and media production, emphasizing ethical reporting, media literacy, and the economics of publishing. Throughout the course, students will learn to analyze different forms of media, create various types of journalistic content, and understand the principles of publishing. The course will develop critical skills such as research, interviewing, writing, and editing, aligning with the California Common Core State Standards for grades 9-12. The course will be completed over three terms, with specific units focusing on audience, purpose, and the economics of journalism.

Content and Topics covered:

Unit 1 Journalism Basics

Unit 1: Audience & Purpose Part 1 Unit 2: Audience & Purpose Part 2 Unit 3: Economics of Publishing Part 1 Unit 4: Economics of Publishing Part 2

Assessment Overview:

Term 1:

- - Summative Assessment 1 (Nov 15-22):
  - Summative Assessment 2 (Dec 6-13)

Term 2:

- - Summative Assessment 3
  - Summative Assessment 4

Term 3:

Summative Assessment 5 (May 12-19)
Final Project (June 20-27)

Introduction to Business 9: 0.5 credit

Course Description

This course is designed to introduce students to the fundamental concepts of business and entrepreneurship. It provides a comprehensive understanding of how businesses operate within the local and global economy, the role of entrepreneurs in drivinginnovation, and the critical management skills required to run a successful business.

Students will explore various aspects of business, including leadership, management theories, organizational structures, financial decision-making, marketing strategies, and the impact of technology on business operations. The course emphasizes practical application, encouraging students to develop theirown business ideas, construct detailed business plans, and manage projects effectively

Key Learning Objectives:

Entrepreneurship: Understand entrepreneurship and the steps to start and manage abusiness, recognizing key traits and leadership styles.
Management: Analyze and apply management theories, and develop personal management skills for effective business collaboration.
Business Planning: Learn to create and defend a comprehensive business plan, including market analysis, financial data, and a SWOT analysis.
Project Management: Gain skills in setting goals, scheduling, resource management, and evaluating project success.
Marketing: Develop a marketing plan, conduct market research, and explore strategies for product promotion and sales.
Finance: Analyze financial data for informed business decisions, understanding asset valuation and investment options.
Technology: Utilize technology tools for efficient business operations, exploring data security and technological trends.
Economic Concepts: Apply economic principles to business decisions, considering market trends and global influences.

Course Instructional Method: The course employs a variety of instructional strategies, including lectures, case studies, group projects, simulations, and hands-on activities. Students will engage in collaborative learning, critical thinking exercises, and real-world problem-solvingscenarios. The coursewillalso include guest speakers fromthe business communityand opportunities for students to present their projects to peers and professionals.

Assessment: Students will be assessed termly through a combination of quizzes, individual and groupprojects, presentations, and a final project. Participation in class discussions and activities will also contribute totheoverall grade.

Nutrition 9: 0.5 credit

Course Description:

The Nutrition course at City American School provides Grade 9 students with a comprehensive understanding of the importance of evaluating eating habits and obtaining a variety of nutrients from all food groups to promote healthier lifestyles. Students will complete their initial food log and set actionable goals for incorporating more nutritious foods into their daily routines. This course is aligned with the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and the California Standards. Additionally, students will examine the significance of nutritional patterns and diet quality, and use digital tools to determine daily serving recommendations for each food group.

Content and Topics covered:

1. Introduction to Nutrition and Wellness (HS-LS1-3)
  Students will understand nutrition and its role in overall health, as well as learn about the concept of balanced diets and their impact on wellness.
2. Types of Nutrients and their functions. (HS-LS1-3)
  Students will learn about the types of nutrients, including macronutrients (carbohydrates, proteins, and fats) and micronutrients (vitamins and minerals), and understand their roles in bodily functions and growth.
3. Food Sources and Nutrient Density. (HS-LS1-7)
  Students will identify nutrient-dense foods and their benefits, and compare processed foods with whole foods to understand their impact on health.
4. Calorie (HS-ETS1-4)
  Students will learn how to calculate calories and design meals based on medical case studies. They will understand their caloric needs based on age, gender, and
  activity level, and will learn to design balanced meal plans with appropriate portion control.
5. Food Labels and Dietary Guidelines. (HS-PS1-3 )
  Students will interpret food labels to make better dietary choices and will understand dietary guidelines and recommendations.
6. Practical Nutritional Experiments and lab (HS-LS1-6)( HS-PS1-3)
  Students will conduct hands-on experiments to test and identify nutrients in foods, analyze food samples, and understand laboratory techniques.
7. Food Safety and sanitation (HS-PS1-5, HS-LS1-7)
  Students will learn best practices for food storage, preparation, and handling, and will recognize and prevent foodborne illnesses.
8. Nutrition and Chronic Diseases. (HS-LS1-7)
  Students will explore the impact of nutrition on preventing and managing chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, and obesity, and analyze case studies and research on nutrition-related health issues.
9. Sustainable Nutrition and Environmental (HS-ETS1-4, HS-ESS3-3, HS-ESS3-4)
  Students will understand the environmental impact of food choices and explore sustainable practices and their role in nutrition.

Instructional Method:

The course will be tailored to accommodate students’ diverse learning styles, interests, and areas of expertise through hands-on activities, interactive sessions, discussions, demonstrations, and various instructional methods. Additionally, technology will be seamlessly integrated into the instructional approach to enhance learning outcomes.

Assessment Methods

Continuous and varied formal and informal assessments are used. Formal assessments are in the form of reading literacy homework, inquiry labs and quizzes that measure the understanding of important concepts. Laboratory evaluations are assessed on attitude, experimental manipulation, observation, communication and interpretation. These require the use of higher order thinking skills gathering and analyzing data, solving problems and applying scientific principles.

Grade 10 Elective Courses

Anatomy 10: 0.5 credit

Course Description:

The Anatomy and Physiology course at City American School offers Grade 10 students a detailed and comprehensive exploration of the human body’s structure and functions.

Designed as an elective, this courseis aligned with the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and the California Standards, ensuring a rigorous academic experience that bridges theoretical knowledge with practical applications in medical and health sciences.

Content and Topics covered:

1. 1. Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology: HS-LS1-3, HS-LS1-6
    This section introduces students to the fundamental concepts of anatomy and physiology, includinganatomical terminology, basic chemistry relevant to biological processes, and the hierarchical organization of the human body from cells to organ systems
  2. Cellular Structure and Function: HS-LS1-1, HS-LS1-2, HS-LS1-4, HS-LS1-6, HS-LS1-7
    Students will explore the microscopic world of cells and tissues, understanding essential cellular processes such as metabolism, cell division, and protein This section highlights how cellularactivities contribute to tissue formation and overall body function
  3. Transport and Defense: HS-LS1-3, HS-LS1-4, HS-LS1-5,
    Focusing on the cardiovascular and lymphatic systems, this section covers the anatomy and function ofthe heart, blood vessels, and immune system. Students will learn about the mechanisms that facilitate nutrient, gas, and waste transport, as well as the body’s defense against pathogens.
  4. Absorption and Excretion: HS-LS1-2, HS-LS1-3, HS-LS1-5, HS-LS1-6, HS-LS1-7
    This part of the course examines the digestive and urinary systems, with an emphasis on nutrientabsorption, waste elimination, and maintaining fluid and electrolyte balance within the body.
  5. Reproduction and Development: HS-LS1-2, HS-LS1-3, HS-LS1-4, HS-LS1-5, HS-LS3- 2, HS-LS3-3
    Students will explore the reproductive system, including the anatomy and physiology of reproductiveorgans, the menstrual cycle, and the stages of human development from conception through birth.

Instructional Method

The course incorporates cross-cutting concepts and scientific practices thatencourage active engagement in laboratory investigations, data analysis, modeling, and scientific argumentation. These activities aim to enhance critical thinking skills and enable students to apply their anatomical and physiological knowledge to real-life health scenarios.

By the end of the course, students will be well-prepared for advanced studies in health sciences, equipped with a solid understanding of the human body, and capable of making informed decisions related to health andwell-being.

Assessment Methods:

The assessment method for this course includes a balanced approach of formative and summative assessments. Formative assessments, making up 60% of the grade, include lab work

and focused on practical Assessment. Quizzes and Attitude to Learning evaluates student engagement and collaboration. Summative assessment is also 60% consist of mid-term and end- of term assessments.

Accounting 10: 0.5 credit

Course Description

This course offers students a foundational understanding of accounting

principles and practices. It is designed to provide insight into the role of accounting in business, the methods used to track and report financial information, and thesignificance of accurate financial reporting for decision-making processes.

Studentswill explore the complete accounting cycle, fromrecordingfinancial transactions to preparing financial statements and analyzing financial data. The course emphasizes the importance of ethical considerations in accounting and introduces students to various accounting software tools and technologythat facilitate financial management in modern businesses.

Content and Topics covered:

1. 1. - Introduction to Accounting: Understand thepurpose and importance of accounting in Students will learn basicaccounting terminology and the principles that govern accounting practices.
    - The Accounting Cycle: Gain a thorough understanding of the accounting cycle, including journalizing transactions, posting to the ledger, preparing trial balances, and making adjusting entries.
    - Financial Statements: Learn how to prepare and interpret keyfinancial statements, such as the income statement, balancesheet, andcash flow Students will analyze the information provided by these statements to assess a company’s financial health.
    - Professional Development: Explore career opportunities in accounting and the qualificationsneeded to pursue a career in this Studentswillalsodevelop personal financial management skills that can be applied in their own lives.

Instructional Method:

The course incorporates a mix of theoretical instruction and practical application. Students will engage in hands-on activities, such as completing accounting exercises, working on case studies, and using accounting software to simulate real-world financial scenarios.

Collaborative group work, discussions, and projects will enhance learning and provide opportunities for students to apply accounting concepts in a business context.

Assessment Methods:

Students will be assessed through quizzes, practical assignments, group

projects, and participation in classactivities. The coursewill culminate in acomprehensive final project where students will prepare and analyze financial statements for a fictional company, demonstratingtheir understanding of the accounting cycle and financial reporting.

Introduction to Business 10: 0.5 credit

Course Description

Key Learning Objectives:

1. 1. - Entrepreneurship: Understand entrepreneurship and the steps to start and manage abusiness, recognizing key traits and leadership styles.
    - Management: Analyze and apply management theories, and develop personal management skills for effective business collaboration.
    - Business Planning: Learn to create and defend a comprehensive business plan, including market analysis, financial data, and a SWOT analysis.
    - Project Management: Gain skills in setting goals, scheduling, resource management, and evaluating project success.
    - Marketing: Develop a marketing plan, conduct market research, and explore strategies for product promotion and sales.
    - Finance: Analyze financial data for informed business decisions, understanding asset valuation and investment options.
    - Technology: Utilize technology tools for efficient business operations, exploring data security and technological trends.
    - Economic Concepts: Apply economic principles to business decisions, considering market trends and global influences.

Python 10: 0.5 credit

Course Description

This elective course is designed for Grade 10 students who are interested in learning the fundamentals of Python programming. Over the academic year, students will engage in hands- on coding activities, collaborative projects, and problem-solving exercises. By the end of the course, students will have a solid foundation in Python, enabling them to create basic programs and understand more advanced programming concepts.

Content and Key Topics

1. 1. - Unit 1: Basics of Python
    - Unit 2: Conditional Statements in Python
    - Unit 3: Data Structures in Python
    - Unit 4: Loops and User-Defined Functions
    - Unit 5: Data Structures in Python 2
    - Unit 6: Classes, Objects, and Functions
    - Unit 7: Collaborative Development

Grade 11 Elective Courses

Marketing 11: 0.5 credit

Content:

This course is designed to introduce students to marketing and management functions and tasks. The marketing course shows the students how these functions exist in a changing society and the type of decisions that need to be made within that environment. The subject is also designed to expose the student to many career paths in business marketing. The marketing course is aligned with Common Core standards and often focuses on integrating essential communication, economic, and analytical skills relevant to the business world.

Key areas covered include:

1. 1. 1. Marketing Concepts.
    2. Communication and Digital Tools
    3. Promotion and Selling
    4. Business Ethics and Economics
    5. Career Readiness

Overall, these marketing courses align with Common Core standards by emphasizing critical thinking, problem-solving, and clear communication skills, while also incorporating business- relevant applications.

Instructional Methods:

Course activities will encompass individual tasks using Quizzes, Padlet, collaborative tasks, group projects, research assignments, oral presentations and case study analysis.

Intro to Graphic Designing: 0.5 credit

Content:

Introduction to Graphic Design is a comprehensive course designed to introduce students to the foundational principles of graphic designing and softwares through hands on projects.. The course emphasizes essential skills such as programming, computational thinking, problem-solving, and innovative design. Through practical application and project-based learning, students will design, implement, and refine robotic systems, preparing them for future technological advancements and challenges.

Instructional Methods:

1. - Project-based Learning
  - Collaborative Learning
  - Coding Exercises and labs
  - Case studies and real-world applications

High School Program of Studies

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ENGLISH DEPARTMENT COURSE DESCRIPTION

English 9 1 credit

English 10 1 credit

English 11 1 credit

Math Department Course Description

Math 9 Algebra1 1 credit

Math 10 – Geometry 1 credit

Math 11 Algebra 2 1 credit

Science Department Course Description

Science 9 – Physics 9 1 credit

Science 10 – Biology1 1 credit

Science 11 – Chemistry 1 credit

Science 11 – AP Biology 1.5 credit

Science 11 – Physics 1 1 credit

Social Studies Department Course Description

Social studies A:9 1 credit

Social studies B:9 1 credit

World History 10: 1 credit

Geography 11: 1 credit

Arabic Department Course Description

Arabic A:9 1 credit

Arabic A:10 1 credit

High School Elective Courses

Grade 9 Elective Courses

Public Speaking 9: 0.5 credit

Journalism 9: 0.5 credit

Introduction to Business 9: 0.5 credit

Nutrition 9: 0.5 credit

Grade 10 Elective Courses

Anatomy 10: 0.5 credit

Accounting 10: 0.5 credit

Introduction to Business 10: 0.5 credit

Python 10: 0.5 credit

Grade 11 Elective Courses

Marketing 11: 0.5 credit

Intro to Graphic Designing: 0.5 credit