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Students Hand Book 2024

Al Moktashef International Schools in Jeddah aims to develop well-rounded individuals ready for future challenges through a supportive learning environment and a focus on 21st-century skills. The school offers an American and British curriculum, with an admissions process that prioritizes re-enrolling students and is open year-round. Core values include accountability, appreciation, compassion, and cooperation, with a commitment to continuous improvement in education and technology integration.

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Students Hand Book 2024

Al Moktashef International Schools in Jeddah aims to develop well-rounded individuals ready for future challenges through a supportive learning environment and a focus on 21st-century skills. The school offers an American and British curriculum, with an admissions process that prioritizes re-enrolling students and is open year-round. Core values include accountability, appreciation, compassion, and cooperation, with a commitment to continuous improvement in education and technology integration.

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Table of Contents

Our Vision ......................................................................................................................................... 4


Our mission...................................................................................................................................... 4
Objectives ......................................................................................................................................... 4
Academic Calendar ................................................................... Error! Bookmark not defined.
Core Values ...................................................................................................................................... 6
School CEO Speech……… ............................................................................................................... 6
MIS Admission Policy and Process: ........................................................................................................................ 7
Welcome to Al Moktashef Int’l Schools- Jeddah................................................................................................... 7
Process ......................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Student Records from Other Schools ..................................................................................................................... 8
Ideal Time to Apply ..................................................................................................................................................... 8
Age Requirement ........................................................................................................................................................ 8
Needed Documents .................................................................................................................................................... 8
Admissions for Early Childhood Program (Kindergarten) .................................................................................. 9
Our Working Hours ......................................................................................................................... 9
KG Department ............................................................................................................................................................ 9
Elementary & Secondary Department .................................................................................................................... 9
Leaving Card (Exit Card) ................................................................................................................ 9
Morning Assembly ........................................................................................................................10
Uniforms.........................................................................................................................................10
Cafeteria/ Snacks Rules..............................................................................................................10
Illness .............................................................................................................................................11
Absence ..........................................................................................................................................11
Toys/ Mobile Phones/ Tablets ...................................................................................................11
Lost and Found .............................................................................................................................11
Discipline ........................................................................................................................................11
Profanity .........................................................................................................................................11
Refusal ............................................................................................................................................11
Trips ................................................................................................................................................11
Fighting/Bullying/Intimidation ..................................................................................................12
Vandalism ......................................................................................................................................12
Children Protection Policy at MIS ..............................................................................................12
Transportation ..............................................................................................................................12
School Communication Log ........................................................................................................13
Parent-Student-Teacher Communication ...............................................................................13
Curriculum Features....................................................................................................................14
Academic Support ........................................................................................................................14
Assessment & Evaluation ...........................................................................................................16
School Activities ...........................................................................................................................17
Integrated Projects.......................................................................................................................17
Our Teachers .................................................................................................................................17
Community Engagement: ACT (Action, Creativity, & Togetherness)...................................18
Technology Integration ................................................................................................................18
School Supplies & Miscellaneous..............................................................................................18
Emergency Procedures and Drills ............................................................................................19
MIS Student Council (MISSC) ......................................................................................................19
Library Use and Hours of Operation .........................................................................................19
Contact us ................................................................................... Error! Bookmark not defined.
Our Vision
Our vision is to develop well-rounded, confident, and responsible individuals who aspire to achieve their
full potential and become independent life-long learners who are “ready for tomorrow.”

Our mission
Our mission is to provide a joyful, safe, stimulating, and supportive learning environment in which all
individual needs are met and achievements are celebrated. We create learning opportunities that help
students develop 21st-century skills making them future global leaders.

Objectives
o Build students' Islamic, national, and intellectual personality in terms of knowledge, skills, and
values.
o Provide admission opportunities to students so they can join education.
o Develop the criteria needed for the selection, and qualification of teachers as well as developing
teachers' competencies, and motivating them.
o Promote quality, and upgrading the qualitative level of education.
o Expand the construction, and maintenance of educational buildings, and facilities.
o Produce, disseminate, and employ scientific research, and knowledge, and expand higher
postgraduate programs.
o Expand private education with a view to achieve the development objectives.
o Upgrade the level of education outputs, in compliance with the requirements of development,
as well as with the needs of the society.
o Develop the regulatory environment, and activate governance.
o Grant overseas scholarships to talented students with a view to meet the needs of
development, and to exchange knowledge.
o Optimally employ information, and telecommunication.
o Diversify the education funding resources, and invest in education.
o Enhance local and international partnerships
Academic Calendar

August 2024 February 2025


SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT

1 2 3 1

4 5 6 7 8 9 10 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

11 12 13 14 15 16 17 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
2024-2025 Academic Calendar
18 19 20 21 22 23 24 16 17 18 19 20 21 22

25 26 27 28 29 30 31 ‫ ــــــــــــــــــــــــــــــــــــــــــــ‬First Term ‫ــــــــــــــــــــــــــــــــــــــــــــ‬ 23 24 25 26 27 28


22/8/2024 Parents’ Orientation - Get Acquainted
24/8/2024 SAT Official College Board Digital Exam
September 2024 25/8/2024 First Day for Grade 12 March 2025
SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT
26/8/2024 First Day for Grade 11 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT
27/8/2024 First Day for Grade 10
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 29/8/2024 Parents’ Orientation - Get Acquainted 1
1/9/2024 First Day for KG 1 and Grades 1, 7, 8, 9
3/9/2024 First Day for KG1 Adv., KG2, and Grades 2, 5, 6
8 9 10 11 12 13 14 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
5/9/2024 First Day for KG2 Adv., KG3, and Grades 3, 4
21/9/2024 ACT Biology Test
15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22-23/9/2024 Saudi National Day Holiday 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
26/9/2024 Announcements of Projects
22 23 24 25 26 27 28 5/10/2024 SAT Official College Board Digital Exam 16 17 18 19 20 21 22
6-16/10/2024 Quiz 1 for Grades 1-12
17/10/2024 Long Weekend
30 23 24 25 26 27 28 29
29/10/2024 Publishing Progress Reports
29/10/2024 Beginning of Intervention & Enrichment Programs (Cycle 1)
31/10/2024 Parents-Teachers Conference (PTC1) 29 31
October 2024 2/11/2024
2/11/2024 SAT Official College Board Digital Exam
SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT
3-7/11/2024 Quiz 2 for Grades 3-12 (Core Subjects) April 2025
1 2 3 4 5 9/11/2024 ACT Math 1 Test
10-16/11/2024 Autumn Break SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT

17/11/2024 Back to School After Vacation


6 7 8 9 10 11 12 24-28/11/2024 Trips Week according to the grade level 1 2 3 4 5
24-28/11/2024 Project Submission
13 14 15 16 17 15 19 1-5/12/2024 Trips Week according to the grade level 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
7/12/2024 SAT Official College Board Digital Exam
20 21 22 23 24 25 26 9/12/2024 Announcement of Science Fair 13 14 15 16 17 15 19
10/12/2024 Cycle 1 Intervention & Enrichment Evaluation
11-12/12/2024 Long Weekend
27 28 29 30 31 15-19/12/2024 Graded Practice (Core Subjects) for Grades 1&2 20 21 22 23 24 25 26
22/12/2024 Final Exams of Term 1 for Grades 3-12
to 2/1/2025 27 28 29 30
November 2024 5-9/1/2025 Mid-Year Vacation

SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT


‫ ــــــــــــــــــــــــــــــــــــــــــــ‬Second Term ‫ــــــــــــــــــــــــــــــــــــــــــــ‬ May 2025
1 2 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT
12/1/2025 Beginning of Second Term
3 4 5 6 7 8 9 12-16/1/2025 1st Term Report Cards 1 2 3
13/1/2025 Announcements of Non-Core Subjects Project
10 11 12 13 14 15 16 21/1/2025 Intervention and Enrichment Program (Cycle 2) 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
23/1/2025 2nd Parent-Teacher Conference (PTC2)
25/1/2025
17 18 19 20 21 22 23 26-30/1/2025 Science Fair
11 12 13 14 15 16 17
9-20/2/2025 Quiz 1 for Grades 1-12
24 25 26 27 28 29 30 23/2/2025 Founding Day 18 19 20 21 22 23 24
24-27/2/2025 Winter Break
2/3/2025 Back to School After Vacation 25 26 27 28 29 30 31
December 2024 8/3/2025
13/3/2025
SAT Official College Board Digital Exam
Publishing Progress Reports
9-13/3/2025 Submission of Final Projects
SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT
21/3/2025 Ramadan and Eid Al-Fitr Break June 2025
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 to 5/4/2025
SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT
6/4/2025 Back to School After Vacation
8 9 10 11 12 13 14 13-17/4/2025 Quiz 2 for Grades 3-12 (Core Subjects) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
20-24/4/2025 Trips Week according to the grade level
27/4-01/05-2025 Trips Week according to the grade level
15 16 17 18 19 20 21 3/5/2025 SAT Official College Board Digital Exam
8 9 10 11 12 13 14
4-5/5/2025 Long Weekend
22 23 24 25 26 27 28 6/5/2025 Cycle 2 Intervention & Enrichment Evaluation 15 16 17 18 19 20 21
11-15/5/2025 Graded Practice for Grades 1 &2 (Core Subjects)
29 30 31 11-15/5/2025 Checkpoint Exams for Grades 6 and 9 British 22 23 24 25 26 27 28
27/4/2025 Graduation Weeks
to 10/5/2025
30/5/2025 Eid Al-Adha Break
29 30
January 2025 to 14/6/2025
SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT
7/6/2025 SAT Official College Board Digital Exam Color Key
15-26/6/2025 Final Exams of Term 2 for Grades 3-11 First Day of School
1 2 3 4 28/6/2025 Final Report Cards Quizzes
29/6/2025 Beginning of the Summer Vacation SAT/ACT
Report Cards
5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Projects
Holidays & Long Weekends

12 13 14 15 16 17 18 All dates are subject to change. Parent-Teacher Conferences


School Resumes
Exams
19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Trips Week
lntervention& Enrichment

26 27 28 29 30 31 Graduation Week
AP Exams
Core Values
Accountability – We hold ourselves accountable for our own actions and always strive to be our
best selves.
Appreciation – We show appreciation for one another whenever possible. We appreciate our
parents and teachers for everything they do for us and appreciate the kindness of our friends.
Compassion – We are a school that grows children who care for one another. We are concerned
about the suffering of others and want to act to make a better world.
Cooperation – We work well with all of our friends and classmates. We want everyone to learn
and succeed, and this requires us to work together, compromise, and share in order to succeed.

School CEO Speech (Re-check with Dr. Abeer if we need to update the word of mouth).

I would like to thank our staff, teachers, parents, and students for being a part of a growing
school with endless potential. MIS is proud of its accomplishments during the short, intense time
of growth. With a start of kindergarten section along with elementary level, we have now grown
into a full school with 12 grades of exceptional academic planning. We have handpicked our
teachers and are proud of their accomplishments in contributing to excelling the status of MIS
nationally.

Each classroom is full of students and teachers who share their innovative ideas and plan to
create a better future. Students and staff continue to explore technological advantages.
Therefore, MIS applied E-Learning.

Our goal is to prepare our students for the world by providing them with a global exposure, such
as international curriculums along with Common Core State Standards, which has a reflection on
our students. Each year, they get ready to face more challenges.

Students who graduate from MIS will be ready to adapt as the world around them changes, and
will feel that they were given all the opportunities to excel, as their peers outside of MIS.

It’s our promise to you that we will never stop learning to teach

School’s CEO,
Dr. Abeer Attalla
MIS Admission Policy and Process:
Welcome to Al Moktashef Int’l Schools- Jeddah
At MIS, there are two sections, an American curriculum section, and a British section, in addition to the
special needs department. Applications for enrollment are accepted at any time during the year. In
April, all applications are processed according to established priorities. Students who are re-enrolling
are given priority. Others are considered according to priority and space available. Students are most
welcome at all our six campuses.
The admission office is open daily from 08:00 am until 02:00 pm, Sunday to Thursday, throughout the
school year. You are kindly requested to call the school to make an appointment with the admissions
office in case you need to schedule a school tour or to see the school registrar. Our contact
information is as follows:
Process
The admission form must be completed fully and accurately. All relevant informationmust be declared,
including details of any disciplinary, social, physical, medical or psychological problems. Relevant
medical and educational psychologist reports should be copied to the school if appropriate.
All prospective students wishing to register and enroll at MIS must adhere to the admission policy. It is
the policy of the school to selectively admit any student to the school that completes all application
information along with all documents necessary for registration and successfully passes the entrance
interview and examination. After the student passes the placement test, all applications and required
documents must be received and approved by the school’s concerned administrators in order for the
student to be accepted. All decisions for admission and placement will be made strictly in the best
interest of the applicant; therefore, the school reserves the right to deny testing or placement.
After the student passes the placement test, the school’s admissions committee will review the
prospective student’s application, transcripts, and report cards for the past three years from previous
schools to determine if the student is eligible to be accepted in MIS.
Prospective students must successfully pass the entrance exam and achieve grade-level scores to
be considered for placement.
An assessment fee (non-refundable / non-deductible) must be paid in the accountant’s office prior to the
test.
It is the responsibility of parents to inform the registrar if they are aware of any special educational
needs and difficulties that the student may have at the time of submission of the application. Students
suspected of requiring special educational needs that cannot be provided by the school may be asked to
provide assessment information from independent professional evaluation centers prior to making a
decision for eligibility for admission and placement testing. Based on test results, the school reserves
the right to offer various options, such as acceptance, denial of admission, or acceptance to a lower
level.
Priority for admission will be given to current re-enrolling students and their siblings. Students
requesting to register after the closing date of general registration will be placed on a first–come, first-
served basis. Once classes are full, prospective applicants will be placed on a waiting list, which does
not guarantee placement.
Student Records from Other Schools
MIS requires student records from the applicant’s previous school before any student is accepted.
These records include reports and transcripts. MIS reserves the right to contact the applicant’s
previous school prior to acceptance.

Ideal Time to Apply


The ideal time to start the application process would be March of every year. Entrance exams will
take place in March. Places for September are usually finalized by June.

Age Requirement
The school-age requirements of the school follow the Saudi Ministry of Education rules and
regulations.

Grade Age
KG 1 3 years
KG 2 4 years
KG 3 5 years
5 Y+6 M years (attending one year in Kgs
Grade 1
section)6 years

Needed Documents
o Completed application package.
o Copy of the student’s passport and a copy of the guardian’s passport.
o Copy of Residence Permit/ID (Iqama) of both the student and the guardian.
o Saudi students should provide a copy of the family card.
o Six passport sized photos of the student.
o Transcripts:
o Students must submit all official transcripts for a minimum of three years prior to application for admission
to MIS. Students entering during the school year must also submit school records for the current year-to-date.
o All Transcripts or Report Cards in a language other than English must also be accompanied by a notarized
translation
o Transcripts must be authenticated by the Saudi Embassy in the country in which the student last attended if
the student is transferring from a school outside SaudiArabia.(Very important)
o Special education records (if any)
o A letter stating that the parents have no pending financial issues from the previous school;
o Student’s medical report should be authenticated from an authorized hospital.
o Student’s birth certificate.
o Student’s vaccination report.
Note: The original passport, the Iqama and the birth certificate should be brought to the school with the other
documents so that their copies are approved and certified.
o Entrance Exam Fees: 400 S.R (non-refundable/non-deductible).
o Down payment 3000 S.R (deductible from the annual fees).
Admissions for Early Childhood Program (Kindergarten)
Students are admitted to the MIS Early Childhood Program based on observations during a student
visit. Students are admitted based on their readiness levels in the social and emotional, self-care,
cognitive, and motor domains. All children admitted to the program must be fully toilet trained and
have an acceptable level of self-help skills. English languageproficiency is not a requirement for
admission to the Early Childhood Program.

Our Working Hours


Punctuality is important, late arrivals often disrupt the classroom routine, and child feels more secure
and comfortable when he/she enters class with his/her classmates.
KG Department
Sunday – Thursday: From 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
No students are allowed to leave before the dismissal time.

Elementary & Secondary Departments


Sunday –Monday –Wednesday: From 7:30 a.m. to 2:15
p.m.
Tuesday -Thursday: From 7:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.
o Students are not allowed to leave the school campus under any circumstances unless a valid and
verified excuse is presented by parents.
o If your child is a bus student and you are planning to pick him/her up on a particular day, please
contact the administration.
The school is not responsible for students who arrive earlier than 7:00 a.m. or leave after 3:00 p.m.
Please, we need to re-develop this item to be :
All students should commit to school timings.
Leaving Card (Exit Card)
o Ensuring the safety and well-being of our students is our utmost priority. We are dedicated to
standing by your side and cherishing you in our hearts.
To assist you with this, please take note of the following guidelines:

- Students are encouraged to utilize the designated dismissal cards specifically designed for exiting
the school premises, making the process more convenient.
- It is vital to check that students have their cards with them every day.

At MIS, we have implemented the ae system to streamline operations and prioritize the welfare of our
students, providing facilitation and enhanced safety measures.
Morning Assembly
Morning assembly is very important. It starts at 7:30 a.m. and contains (Quran, national anthem,
English and French songs, and some exercises to stretch the student’s muscles, andZumba). It is
important for the students to attend the morning assembly.

Uniforms
The uniform is provided to students at the beginning of the academic year. Extra uniforms are
available for additional fees.
Students should adhere to the school uniform on a daily basis, even when they have trips:
• School pants or loose-fit black jeans
• School T-shirt or jacket/hooded sweatshirt
• Black leather shoes OR white/black sports shoes or sneakers
• Sports uniform during PE classes
The following items are prohibited:
• Fitted knit pants, leggings, ripped pants, or shorts
• Accessories
• Nail polish (Girls).

Personal Hygiene

•Girls must keep their hair tied at all times, while boys must maintain a proper short haircut.

• Students' nails should always be trimmed.

• Students must have their sanitizers, wipes, and tissues with them daily.

• Regular checks will be conducted on students' hair and nails.

Cafeteria/ Snacks Rules


o Healthy meals and snacks are available during the school breaks.
o Students should bring only healthy snacks such as fruits, vegetables, sandwiches, water, milk, and juice.
o The following snacks are completely forbidden on school premises: candy, sweets, chips, chewing gum,
soda, or glass bottles.
Illness
o Anytime a student does not feel well to remain in class, and after being examined by the school nurse,
their parent will be called to pick up the child. We need to have up-to-date phone numbers to contact
parents in case of emergency.
o Administration should be informed of any illness or allergies that your child may have.

Absence
o Absence will be reported by teachers after 8:30 a.m., and parents should be contacted to inquire
about the absent student.
o Absent students should submit a medical report from the doctor.
Toys/ Mobile Phones/ Tablets
o Children are not permitted to bring toys to school. We have plenty of high-quality educational toys at
school.
o Toys, mobile phones, tablets found will be confiscated and returned after a period of time, depending on
the repetition of the situation.

Lost and Found


o All items sent with students should be labeled for easy identification. Lost items are kept in the (Lost
& Found Corner) located on the ground floor.

Discipline
o MIS implements a firm, fair, and consistent disciplinary policy to ensure an excellent educational
environment for all students. Acceptable and appropriate behavior is expected at all times.
o Fairness and consistency are the school-wide approach used at MIS. All teachers will develop and
publish a classroom discipline plan with their students and make it available to parents. The discipline
plan should reflect the mission statement and goals in the classroom.
o MIS applies the Students Discipline Policy stated by the ministry.

Profanity
o The use of foul or hurtful language directed towards anyone is a sign of immaturity and is harmful to the
school’s atmosphere. Its use is not allowed.

Refusal
o A student who fails to comply with a reasonable request or acts in an obstinate manner is
demonstrating refusal. Refusal severely undermines the authority of the individual requesting
compliance and is considered a major infraction.
Trips
o We have 1- 2 trips per term. Some are educational and some are just for fun.
o Parents should sign and accept the trip form. If you don’t want to send your child to the trip, please keep
them at home.
Fighting/Bullying/Intimidation
o These forms of behavior severely disrupt the school’s environment and are considered major
infractions.

Vandalism
o The destruction or defacement of private or public property is considered vandalism. Graffiti, removal
of desk tops, purposeful breaking of windows, etc. are considered under this heading.

Children Protection Policy at MIS


Our school is committed to providing a safe and secure learning environment for all students. We have a
zero-tolerance policy for any form of harassment, abuse, or discrimination, and we take all allegations
of such behavior seriously.
• We encourage all students to report any incidents of harassment or abuse immediately to their teacher,
social worker, or any other trusted adult.
• Harassment comes in many forms, including but not limited to unwanted physical contact, verbal abuse,
bullying, and cyberbullying through email, text messages, social media, and online gaming. It is
important to be cautious about e-mail messages from anyone, particularly people asking for personal
information, attempting to arrange meetings, or engaging in personal contact.
• If your child feels they are being harassed at school, it is important to report it immediately to their
teacher or the social worker and admins. Offensive e-communications or any other kind of
communication that makes them feel uncomfortable should also be disclosed to the Student Affairs
official, admins and teachers.
• Never give out personal information, including your full name, home phone number, home address, or
any other data on the Internet, including your e-mail.
• Our school is committed to investigating all allegations of harassment or abuse and taking appropriate
action to address the issue. We also provide counseling and support services for students who have
experienced harassment or abuse.

Transportation
If you would like to register your child in the school transportation, please read the following directions:
1- Each of our buses has an assistant who is responsible for taking care of students.
2- We do not provide transportation to locations not listed in the fees schedule.
3- Parents should contact us if they want to pick up their children in their own cars.
4- The bus does not wait more than 3-5 minutes to take a child in the morning.
5- Fees differ according to location.
6- Students should follow the directions of the bus supervisor on the bus.
7- No playing, fighting, shouting, or eating is allowed inside the school bus.
School Communication Log
o Our dedicated teachers are committed to providing the best education possible for your child. Our
communication log allows you to interact with your child's teacher directly and promptly. You can ask
questions, raise concerns, and receive updates on your child's progress. Simply log in with your
password to access this feature.
o We believe that parents are essential partners in their child's academic journey. To facilitate this
partnership, we have introduced the Academic Performance Log, which enables you to monitor your
child's academic performance. This feature provides access to your child's performance reports, test
scores, attendance records, and more. By regularly checking this log, you can stay informed about your
child's progress and take the necessary steps to support their learning at home.
o At times, we need to take corrective measures to ensure the safety and well-being of our students. Our
discipline log allows you to keep track of any disciplinary actions taken by the school. We encourage you
to stay informed and use this feature to work with us in promoting positive behavior and academic
success for all students.

Parent-Student-Teacher Communication

We welcome parents at any time.

MIS keeps in touch with a student’s parents to inform them of their child’s progress. This may be
done in a number of ways:
1. Parent/Teacher Conferences: These are held three times per year. The purpose of these
meetings is to update parents on their child’s progress and highlight any areas of study that need
improvement. This will allow parents the opportunity to give their child the support and
encouragement they need at home.
2. Parent/Teacher Appointments: Appointments are scheduled through Student Affairs. These
will take place if a teacher or parent has an urgent matter to discuss.
3. Others: Letters may be sent home, emails, SMS messages, or through academic progress
reports.
Curriculum Features
o The curriculum is designed to facilitate the integration of subject matter disciplines by organizing the
extensive body of knowledge that children must acquire into a set of coherent and meaningful concepts.
This approach enables teachers to collaborate across disciplines, providing students with ample
opportunities to acquire knowledge and develop skills.
o Our curriculum is aligned with national and state standards and is regularly updated to incorporate the
latest research and best practices in education. For instance, the Common Core State Standards (CCSS)
are followed for English and Mathematics, while the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) are used
for science.
o In the elementary school, students receive a strong foundation in core subjects such as English
Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies. They also participate in special classes such as
Art, Music, P.E., and Foreign Language.
o In the secondary school, students have the opportunity to take advanced courses in a variety of
subjects, including SAT courses, SAAT Courses, and GAT. Our courses offer rigorous coursework that
prepares students for college-level work and provides them with the opportunity to join prestigious
universities.
o Our curriculum is designed to provide students with a well-rounded education that prepares them for
success in college, career, and life.

Academic Support
At MIS, we strive to providing academic support services to ensure that all students have the opportunity
to succeed. We offer a range of support services, including intervention classes, Individual Learning
Plans, and counseling, to help students who need extra assistance.
Intervention Classes: We offer intervention classes for students who need extra academic support. These
classes are designed to provide targeted instruction and support to help students improve their skills
and catch up with their peers.
• Intervention classes are offered during the school day and are taught by certified teachers who are trained
in providing targeted instruction and support. These classes are available for students in all grade levels
and in a variety of subjects, including English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Arabic.
• Students who are recommended for intervention classes will receive notification from their school or
counselor and will be provided with a schedule of classes.
Individual Learning Plans (ILP): We recognize that every student has unique learning needs and styles.
To support this, we offer Individual Learning Plans (ILPs) to help students set academic goals, track their
progress, and receive individualized support.
• ILPs are developed in collaboration with the student and their teacher(s). The ILP process begins with
an assessment of the student's strengths and areas for improvement, as well as their learning style and
preferences. Based on this assessment, the ILP plan is developed with specific, measurable, and
achievable goals for the student.
• The ILP includes strategies for achieving these goals, such as specific assignments, projects, study
habits, and other interventions. The ILP also includes a timeline for monitoring progress and adjusting
the plan as needed.

Counseling: Our counseling services are available to students who need emotional or mental health
support or guidance with academic or personal issues. Our counselors are trained professionals who
provide individual and group counseling, as well as referrals to outside resources as needed.

All of our support services are available to students free of charge. Students can access these services
by scheduling an appointment with their teacher or counselor or by visiting the school's support center.
We encourage all students to take advantage of these services to help them achieve their full potential
and succeed academically.
Assessment & Evaluation
We use a variety of assessment methods to evaluate student progress and performance. We believe that
multiple measures of assessment provide a more comprehensive understanding of each student's
learning and progress.
Grading Policies: We use an effective grading system to evaluate student performance. Each grade level
has a specific grading policy.
• Grading policies typically include information on how assignments, tests, and projects are weighted, as
well as late work policies and extra credit opportunities.

Testing Procedures: In addition to regular classroom assessments, we administer standardized tests to


evaluate student progress and performance. These tests may include state-mandated
assessments, college entrance exams, and other standardized tests.
• We provide students with detailed information about testing schedules and procedures and offer support
services to help students prepare for these tests.
Progress Reports and Report Cards: Progress reports are distributed regularly throughout the school year
to provide students and parents with information about academic progress and performance. Report
cards are issued at the end of each grading period and provide a summary of the student's academic
performance for that period. We encourage parents and students to review progress reports and report
cards carefully and to seek additional support if needed.
We believe that assessment and evaluation are important tools for promoting student growth and success.
Our assessment methods are designed to provide students with timely and constructive feedback that
can help them identify areas for improvement and make progress towards their academic goals.
School Activities
o In support of the school’s Vision and Mission, MIS offer a rich variety of both curricular and extra-
curricular activities to meet the individual needs of students, both academically and emotionally.
o In support to the academic programs provided at MIS, the school offers educational trips during the
school day whenever needed.
o Some outstanding academic students’ work is selected and published in various local and international
publications.
o Debates on various social and educational topics are arranged throughout the school year as part of the
activity program.
o MIS supports the Model United Nations and all its activities, like attending and sponsoring local city-
wide conferences as well as annual participation in the MUN International Conferences. This goes along
with the school’s vision to create an educational environment that nurtures future global thinkers and
leaders.
Integrated Projects
One of the key features of our schools is our commitment to interdisciplinary learning through integrated
projects.
• Integrated projects provide a unique opportunity for students to engage in hands-on, real-world
learning experiences that integrate multiple subjects. These projects require students to apply critical
thinking skills, collaborate with their peers, and develop creative solutions to complex problems.
• At MIS, we believe that integrated projects provide a more comprehensive and engaging learning
experience for students, and help them to develop a deeper understanding of the connections between
different subjects.
• Throughout the school year, students will have the opportunity to participate in a range of integrated
projects that cater to different interests and learning styles. These projects will be developed in
collaboration with teachers from multiple subject areas, and will be designed to challenge and inspire
students.
• We are proud to offer integrated projects as part of our curriculum, and we believe that they are a key
factor in setting our school apart from others. We encourage all students to take advantage of these
opportunities and to engage fully in the learning process.
Our Teachers
• Teachers are a reliable source of knowledge regarding effective classroom practices. They are actively
engaged in the teaching process. While standards provide a clear and shared set of goals and
expectations for the knowledge and skills that will assist students in achieving success, they do not
prescribe specific methodologies for instruction. Instead, teachers will continue to receive training
on lesson planning and will tailor their teaching approach to the unique needs of their individual
students. Moreover, teachers are encouraged to develop innovative and diverse teaching strategies. The
responsibility of ensuring that the standards are met lies with the academic committee and the
teachers, who must collaborate to identify the best approach.
• To provide comprehensive support to our students, both online and offline instructional resources will
be made available.
Community Engagement: ACT (Action, Creativity, & Togetherness)
The Vision and Mission of Al Moktashef International Schools prioritize the connection between academic
achievement and community involvement. This is why community engagement is considered an
essential component of the school's approach, as it allows students to participate in meaningful service
experiences that benefit both themselves and their community. Through community engagement,
students are encouraged to share their talents and interests, respond to community needs, and become
active citizens. This can involve a range of activities, from small acts of kindness to organizing charity
events, awareness campaigns, donations, fundraising, and volunteering in community projects.

Technology Integration
In this era of technological advancement, it has become crucial for individuals to upgrade and improve
their computer skills in order to function effectively in today's world. To encourage students to utilize
technology throughout the school year, there are several methods that can be employed:
1. The use of computers, electronic devices, software, the internet through school Wi-Fi, email, and other
networks and hardware.
2. The use of electronic resources such as E-Books and other online resources like Savvas Realize and
Sadlier
3. The use of interactive board resources available on various websites.
4. The use of laptops to enhance the learning experience, when needed.
5. The use of word processing software to present reports and research.
6. The use of PowerPoint Presentations to give class presentations.
7. Taking classes in mainstream subjects such as English, Math, and Science in the computer lab to
complete assignments using software and the internet.
8. Communicating with teachers via email and the Communication Log.
9. Accessing homework assignments and notes on teachers' individual websites, and receiving weekly
lesson goals and objectives electronically.
10. Using official WhatsApp groups for each class to reach out to the parents.

School Supplies & Miscellaneous


The school provides students with an Art bag that contains the following:
1. A stationery bag including: pencils, rubber, ruler, sharpener, stick glue, scissors, Geometry set (for
Secondary School).
2- Art tools are provided for students during Art classes.
3. Copybooks
4. Booklets
5. Uniform including: two polo shirts, jacket, P.E uniform (T-shirt, sports pants, hooded sweatshirt)
Emergency Procedures and Drills
o The school conducts fire drills regularly, and it is important to take them seriously as one never knows
when it could be a real emergency.
o Before the drill, you will be informed before it takes place, and each section of the school will have a
separate drill.
o It is crucial to be familiar with the fire drill procedure and the exit locations marked throughout the
school.
o In the event of a fire drill, students are instructed to leave the building via the emergency exits using the
gate to the playground.
o The fire drill procedures include lining up quickly and quietly upon hearing the fire-bell, leaving all
belongings in the room, switching off all electric supplies, walking down the stairs in a single file on the
right side without talking, running or pushing, going directly to the designated playground, waiting
quietly in line until it is safe to return to the building, and returning to class immediately in an orderly
fashion upon instruction.
MIS Student Council (MISSC)
o The MIS Student Council (MISSC) is a body that includes elected representatives from each grade level
and class, ranging from grade 6 to grade 12.
o The council is composed of an advisor, a student council president, a vice president, a media
representative, and class presidents from each grade level.
o To join the council, students must give a speech to their peers.
o The student council president and senior class president have the opportunity to give speeches at the
graduation ceremony.
o The MISSC aims to promote and advance the interests of the student body in academic, intellectual,
cultural, social, and other areas.
o It also aims to foster the intellectual and moral growth of students, safeguard their rights regardless of
race, color, sex, religion, nationality, ancestry, or place of origin, and maintain communication with
students, faculty, administration, and staff.
o The council has a formal written constitution that is updated annually in collaboration with the
administration, and members are expected to wear badges at all times.

Library Use and Hours of Operation


o The library is open from Sunday to Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
o The libraries offer a broad selection of English and Arabic books that students can borrow.
o The libraries also provide internet access for research purposes.
o Students are encouraged to check out books from the library, with a limit of one book in English and one
in Arabic for a two-week loan period.
o Librarians are available to assist students in locating books on various subjects. New students will
receive an orientation on library services.
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