Philosophy
The American Academy for Girls high school is a single gender school open to girls of all nationalities who meet the admission requirements. AAG is dedicated to high standards within an American college preparatory program for grades 9 - 12. The curriculum and programs, offered in a positive, supportive environment, has been designed to challenge students and assist them in meeting their social, emotional, physical, and intellectual needs now and in the future.
The high school
- provides students with the tools of learning so that they may become life-long learners.
- provides a solid core of knowledge
- provides opportunities in a safe environment for students to develop their fullest intellectual potential
- encourages students to analyze and critically evaluate information
- provides opportunities for students to experience success and recognizes students" achievement and accomplishments
- fosters a community in which diversity is valued and all are treated fairly and with dignity and respect
- provides and encourages effective communication among all groups concerned with the school
School Standards
At the American Academy for Girls, reasonable standards of behavior are expected from our students. The intent of our school rules is to ensure common decency and courtesy and to protect the rights of each student in the pursuit of an education free from disruption and inconvenience. Consideration has been given to the laws and customs of our host country in the formulation of school standards and rules.
Daily Schedule
| First Period | 07:30 | to | 08:18 |
| Second Period | 08:21 | to | 09:04 |
| Third Period | 09:07 | to | 09:50 |
| Fourth Period | 09:53 | to | 10:39 |
| Fifth Period | 10:42 | to | 11:28 |
| Lunch Break | 11:28 | to | 12:12 |
| Sixth Period | 12:15 | to | 12:58 |
| Seventh Period | 01:01 | to | 01:44 |
| Eighth Period | 01:47 | to | 02:30 |
Graduation Requirements
The American Academy for Girls' diploma is awarded to individuals who have successfully completed a minimum of eight (8) semesters of academic work beyond the eighth grade level and have earned a minimum of twenty-eight (28) units of high school credit, twenty (21) of which must be those prescribed as follows.
| Required Courses | Required Credit | |
| English | 4 credits | English is required each year |
| Social Studies | 3 credits | Four credits are recommended |
| Mathematics | 3 credits | To include Algebra I & II and
Geometry |
| Science | 3 credits | To include two lab courses |
| Foreign Language | 2 credits | French and Spanish
(Arabic is accepted) |
| Physical Education | 2 credits | Required every year |
| Fine Arts | 1 credit | Music, art, and drama are offered |
| Computers | 1 credit | Students are encouraged to
take full advantage of all courses
offered. |
| Electives | 9 credits |
|
Enrollment in Arabic as a Foreign Language is required of all 9th grade non-native speakers. All native speakers of Arabic are required to enroll in Arabic. Study of Islam is required of all Moslems.
The American Academy for Girls high school students have diverse capabilities, interests, and individual patterns of learning. Assessment of student achievement, effort, and participation are used as measures of student progress toward meeting instructional objectives. Grading of student's work must be regular and related to the different learning areas of each subject. Sharing of information among parents/guardians, teachers/counselors, and students is an integral part of this process.
High School Assessment Policy
In order to meet the objectives of the High School Assessment Philosophy,
- teachers will use multiple techniques when assessing student progress (quizzes, tests, oral and written reports, presentations, laboratory experiments, class participation, journals, etc)
- assessment will be also be based on the student's level of mastery of course objectives
- teachers will report to parents/guardians regularly, at the end of each quarter, as to the progress being made by their students
- parents/guardians will be alerted and conferred with as soon as possible when a student's progress or attitude become unsatisfactory or shows marked or sudden deterioration
- whenever a student's grade falls below 70%, parents/guardians will be notified through a Progress Report
- teachers and the counselor will meet periodically to discuss pupil progress at each grade level
- the counselor, principal, or a teacher may call for a parent conference at any time in order to discuss a student's progress
- parent requested conferences are welcomed at any time
- students' whose GPA falls below 1.6 at the end of any marking period, will be placed on Academic Probation
- teachers and staff will inform, at the beginning of the school year, parents, students, and the administration of their classroom expectations and grading procedures
- semester exams will be given twice each year, at the end of each semester, counting no more than 20% of the semester grade
Grade Reporting
Formal grades are reported to parents four times during the school year: at the mid-point of each semester (the end of each quarter) and at the completion of each semester. Mid-semester grades provide information about a student's performance and progress but are not recorded on permanent, legal transcripts. Only final semester grades are recorded on permanent, legal transcripts. Semester grades determine whether or not credit is awarded.
Honor Rolls
Principal's Honor Roll - Students whose grade point average is 3.800 and above for
the semester
Honor Roll - Students whose grade point average is 3.600 and above for
the semester.
Transfer of Credit
Upon admission to AAG, students must bring to the Registrar any and all available school records. The principal, who will decide how credit for courses taken at other schools will be applied to graduation requirements at AAG, will then review this information.
Courses/credits from other schools will not be reflected on official AAG transcripts. Students are responsible for obtaining official transcripts from other schools that they have attended when applying to universities, etc.
A student's academic standing cannot be completely and correctly assessed without all previous records. It is imperative that parents obtain these records and make sure that they are made available to AAG prior to the first day of school.
Parent-Teacher Conferences
At the end of the first quarter, parents are asked to meet with all the student's teachers in order to review the student's progress and report card for that period.
Parents and teachers may request a conference at any time to discuss a student's progress and/or behavior. Parents may call the school and arrange a time that is convenient for themselves and the teacher(s) they wish to meet with. If a teacher wishes to meet with a parent, the school will contact the parent and arrange a convenient time for the meeting.
Uniforms
School uniforms are to be worn by all students. Fit and length should be appropriate for school. Any questions should be directed to the principal before uniforms are made or purchased.
Students dressed inappropriately will be given a warning and a grace period of two (2) days to correct the violation.
The principal and/or her designee reserve the right to make the final decision of whether or not a student's attire is appropriate.
The following are the general guidelines for student dress at AAG:
- white polo's (either long or short sleeved, depending on the weather)
- small logos are permitted (but not those which provide advertising for other schools)
- trousers purchased from the school or made with material purchased at school and made in a style similar to that of the school's ready-made
(no jeans or tight pants are permitted)
- navy, white, red, or black sweaters (NO SWEATSHIRTS OF ANY KIND) may be worn during cooler weather with a white polo worn underneath
- no shorts at any time (except when given clear and specific directions that shorts are permissible)
- Skirts must be knee length or longer
- sandals or tennis shoes are permissible, provided that they do not hinder the student's movement through the halls or on the stairs
- make-up and jewelry are permitted at the discretion of the principal
- nylons may be worn
- PE uniforms may be purchased from AAG
- Hats are not part of the school uniform and should not be worn during school time.
