American Program – King Abdulaziz School

American Diploma Program

Cognia accredited school that offers an American high school diploma.
This program is known for its flexibility and variety as well as being accredited by most of the international and local accreditation commissions.
ADP at KAS is aligned with Common Core State Standards, NGSS and C3 Framework of Social studies.
Prepares students for admission to prestigious universities locally and internationally.
Fulfilling the requirements of local universities in terms of ability tests, achievement tests, SAT and Tahseelee (SAAT) and Quadrat GAT.

Four years program(G9-12)
Three semesters each year
The duration of the semester is thirteen weeks (Eleven weeks of study, plus two weeks of tests and evaluation)
The courses are distributed equally and independently
The final grade of the academic year is calculated for final four years transcript

Research and evidence based
Clear, understandable and consistent
Aligned with college and career expectations
Based on challenging content and application of knowledge through higher-order thinking skills
Builds on the strengths and lessons of current state standards

In the American Diploma Program, each subject taught has credits. A student must earn a minimum of 28 credits in order to graduate high school.

English Language and Literature=4

World language (Arabic Language Studies) =4

Mathematics (Algebra 1, Algebra II, Geometry, Pre-Calculus/Calculus) = 4

Science (Integrated science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology) = 4

Social studies: Geography, World History (American History, Britain History) = 3

Islamic studies= 2

Electives= 7

Community service work= 20 Hours

28 Credits in total

Student’s academic achievement is calculated by Continuous assessment which includes:

No	Assessment Tools	Assessment Mark
1	Class participation and discipline	10
2	Homework	10
3	Projects, research, and reading assignment	10
4	Summative Assessment	30
5	Final Term Exam	40

Students will be promoted to the next grade if they meet the following success requirements:

A student passes the course if the final grade is not less than 60%.
The student with special needs is considered, based on the diagnostic reports issued by the school Inclusion department, as stipulated in the Ministry of Education’s assessment criteria.
The student will be tested for a makeup test if he receives an average of less than 60% in one or more courses at the end of each academic year.
Grade Point Average (GPA) is basically the student’s overall percentage in grade points, which over the years becomes Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA)

Schools will provide parents with the following reports: