School & Home Communications
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Disruptions to School
Disruptions to School Operations and Virtual Home Learning
In the event of school closure relating to health or other disruptions, virtual home learning will resume where possible. Parents and...
Personal & School Property
Every student has the right to learn in a safe school environment, and expect that reasonable care is taken by school officials to safeguard their belongings.
It is for this reason that individual...
Resources & Support
High School Library
The HKIS High School Library is a space of inquiry and belonging where the entire community can find a concise nonfiction collection, a current fiction collection, and dedicated...
Assessment, Grading & Reporting Agreements
SECTION A: Assessment, Grading, & Reporting Vocabulary
General Academic Scale: This is the scale that we use to communicate a student’s proficiency level toward the measurement topics.
Proficiency...
Calculus
This Calculus course aims to give students a comprehensive understanding of differential and integral calculus principles. Through a combination of theory, practical exercises, and problem-solving techniques, students will develop a deep appreciation...
Ceramics Advanced
In this course, students will build on the skills they learned in level 1, such as working with slabs and coils and using the pottery wheel. They will also create more advanced forms and experiment with different glazing methods. Students will look...
Art & Design
Subject Philosophy
We believe that art is an approach to life, a universal language that fosters the development of mind, body and spirit. Art and Design can challenge perceptions, uplift and...
Mathematics
Subject Philosophy
Mathematics is a dynamic discipline that prepares students for a world that requires logical thinking and quantitative analysis. Learning is about understanding, and the...
Experiential Leadership
Subject Philosophy
Our two Experiential Leadership courses develop student leadership capacity. While learning how to be a strong leader, students are creating authentic experiences for the student...