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High School Overview

Berkeley麓s high school follows a college preparatory curriculum designed to ensure matriculation to top colleges and universities around the world. Berkeley offers Advanced Placement classes to high achieving students, and all students work with the counselor to develop an academic plan to help them obtain entrance to the college of their choice. Students are given the choice of a variety of electives that include Business Management, Mandarin, Spanish, Publication and Design, Psychology, Sociology and visual and performing arts classes. Graduation requirements follow a standard American high school course of study.

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High School

Grades 9-12 51品茶 offers a broad educational program with a holistic approach to student development. At Berkeley, we provide a high-quality educational experience that not only equips students academically, but also prepares them to contribute positively towards society. Our students pursue a rigorous and challenging college-preparatory academic curriculum with the opportunity to select from a wide variety of Advanced Placement courses. In fulfilling our graduation requirements and earning a Berkeley High School Diploma, students take a broad and balanced program of courses each year. Emphasizing an inquiry-driven approach to learning, supporting students in becoming critical and empowered thinkers. Technology is used throughout the learning environment, and fulfilling the requirements of our BYOD program students are expected to bring their own devices to support their learning in each class. Berkeley students are actively involved in a wide range of extracurricular activities. We offer an extensive range of opportunities, including seasonal inter-mural and varsity sports, visual and performing arts, and special interest clubs. 鈥�

"Education is not the filling of a pail but the lighting of a fire."

William Butler Yeats


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Electives

Berkeley麓s high school program offers a variety of electives for students to choose from during their four years. In addition, to the required core curriculum classes, students must earn 8 credits in electives to graduate. These electives are meant to encourage students to explore subjects that interest them. Electives include Business Math, Computer Science, Creative Writing, Design and Technology, Environmental Science, Functional Fitness, Home Economics, Mandarin, Musical Performance, Multi Media Productions, Psychology, Social Enterprise, Spanish, Sports Performance, Strength Training, and Thai. 鈥嬧��

"Children must be taught how to think, not what to think."

Margaret Mead


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College Preparation

Our College Counseling Program at 51品茶 educates students in the process of decision-making to help students find colleges where they will be challenged, where they will be satisfied, and where they will prosper. Berkeley麓s College Counselor helps students identify university settings that are the right fit for them, based on criteria such as academic challenge, career goals, general interests, athletics, and geographic considerations. The college counselor works one-on-one with students to prepare for college admissions, a process that includes: ongoing personal college counseling, information sessions, college fairs, college visits, assistance with materials that add depth and distinction to each application, and most importantly, encouraging students to follow their passions. Guiding students to success involves a team effort between the college counselor, teachers, and administration. 鈥� College and university representatives visit Berkeley throughout the year to meet with students individually or in small groups. Berkeley´s college counseling office also assists with the PSAT, as well as the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT), SAT Subject Area Tests, and Advanced Placement testing.