High School (Grade 9 to 12)
Accredited International High School Program (9-12)
The academic program is organized on two half-day schedules. Students attending our school will complete a minimum of 25 American course credits and all required Khmer classes. ALIS International High School Program has been accredited by the two separate accrediting committees in the US; ACSI (Association of Christian Schools International) and WASC (Western Association of Schools and Colleges).
Our teachers are degreed in their specialties and are developing amazingly strong performing students, whose standardized test scores often surpass their American counterparts. This high academic achievement allows our students to participate in a Dual Enrollment Program (See Dual Enrollment).
The US High School Diploma Equivalence
ALIS International High School Program has been accredited by the two separate accrediting agencies in the US for international education; ACSI (Association of Christian Schools International) and WASC (Western Association of Schools and Colleges). Further evidence of the strength of ALIS’ high school international program are the evaluations by two separate transcript evaluation agencies (Foreign Credentials Service of America and Validential Academic Evaluation Services), who after evaluating our students’ transcripts, have determined that the ALIS high school International Program diploma is equivalent to the US High School Diploma (International Qualification) which allows our students to have the same opportunity as the students in the US without travelling to the US.
Obtaining Cambodia High School Diploma issued by the Cambodian Government
The ALIS ‘s Cambodia Program has been licensed by the Cambodian Ministry of Education, Youth, and Sport. This license means that ALIS students will have the same certification of graduation as students attending Cambodian state schools which will enable our students to hold two high school diplomas.
Our International High School Program involves our students in:
- English Composition,
- Literature Studies,
- Mathematics such as Algebra, Geometry, Pre-Calculus and Calculus,
- Science: Physical Science, Biology, Chemistry and Physics;
- Humanities Studies,
- Computer,
- Social studies,
- Foreign Language (Chinese or Thai),
- Physical Education
- Other courses through Dual Enrollment which introduce students to university majors in their area of interest.
Graduation Requirements for International School
|
Subject |
Credit |
|
English |
4 credits |
|
Mathematics |
4 credits |
|
Humanities |
4 credits |
|
Science |
3 credits |
|
Social Science |
3 credits |
|
Foreign language |
2 credits |
|
P.E. and Health |
1.5 credits |
|
Computer/ Drawing |
1.5 credits |
|
Electives |
2 credits |
|
TOTAL |
25 credits |
Grade Point Average (GPA) Calculation
GPA is computed using the above quality points. Beginning with their first high school level class in grade 8, all subjects, whether passed or failed, are included in the computation. A minimum of 25 credits is required for graduation.
Standardized Tests
The students are required to take the standardized tests such as SAT10, PSAT and SAT.
SAT 10: Stanford Achievement Test
PSAT: Practice Scholastic Aptitude Test (College Board)
SAT: Scholastic Aptitude Test (College Board)
Scholastic Aptitude Test is a set of standardized college admissions tests conducted in the English language. It is developed by the College Board, and is one of two principal tests used to measure mathematical and verbal reasoning, and the resulting score is used by universities to determine college readiness.
The Abundant Life International School is one of the SAT Testing Centers in Cambodia, CEEB code: 655027.
Dual Enrollment
At ALIS, our students have the rare opportunity to take University classes through our partnering American university. These classes count toward both university and high school credit. Qualifying students will be able to take up to 36 credits during their time at ALIS which is the equivalent to one full year of university credit ( If the students meets all requirements set by ALIS).
As ALIS is committed in developing whole students, we offer various extracurricular programs so that our students have the opportunity to try something new, build up their confidence and skills, and connect with other people from different grade levels, different schools and different parts of the world.
Sports: At ALIS, students can immerse themselves in different training such as swimming, basketball, table tennis, and Taekwondo. Besides training, every year, our students have the opportunity to compete either internally or externally.
Debate
Our award winning debate program provides students with the ability to analyze, synthesize and think critically with rational reasons and concrete supporting evidence. It also trains students to be good communicators with good persuasion techniques. Through debate, students can gain confidence, good teamwork skills and knowledge on global issues, making them truly a global citizen. ALIS holds great pride in our club.
Our students have been involved with many competitions such as:
– ALIS Annual Debate Tournament
– World Schools Debating Championship (WSDC) representing Team Cambodia
– Asia World Schools Debating Championship
– PDA High School Parliamentary Debate (held in Osaka, Japan)
– World Scholar’s Cup
– National Debate Competition (held in Phnom Penh, Cambodia)
Public Speaking
Besides debate, our students also partake in our Annual Speech Competition. To prepare for this competition, students are guided and trained in developing skills in public speaking. Many students have discovered their new talents and gained confidence in public speaking through our program.
As ALIS is committed in developing whole students, we offer various extracurricular programs so that our students have the opportunity to try something new, build up their confidence and skills, and connect with other people from different grade levels, different schools and different parts of the world.