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At Lahore American School we believe that
curriculum is a living and active document designed to meet the
needs of all our students. As we value teaching the “whole-child”,
all our academic programs
are research based and designed with the best interests of our students
in mind. These values are reflected in our standards based curriculum
and specific grade level goals and objectives are established to
meet the standards and contents required for individual success.
Our high school curricula performance standards
are uniform to ensure rigorous student academic performance and
are based on a philosophy of teaching and learning that is consistent
with current research, exemplary instructional practices and American
standards of education. Our programs provide every content area
a set of competencies for high school course while identifying
the essential knowledge and skills that all students need to be
active, lifelong learners in a global society.
To download the 2012-2013 Secondary Program
of Studies, please click on the link below.
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Every high school student at LAS is required
to carry a minimum of seven courses. In order to graduate, a student
must earn 25 units in grades 9 through 12. Graduation from LAS
means that the student has satisfactorily completed the required
course of study. The following is a list of the minimum required
credits for graduation from Lahore American School.
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| Mathematics |
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| Modern Language |
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| Physical Education/Health |
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| Computers |
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English
Grades 9, 10, 11 and 12
AP English Language and English Literature
Electives : Journalism and Rhetoric |
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The high school English program offers a
rigorous university preparatory course of studies. The chief
aim is provide students with the skills, attitudes and knowledge
to participate in a diverse and changing world. All learning
in the core and elective English courses is presented in
the context of connecting it to practical applications.
The program emphasizes listening, speaking, writing, reading,
viewing and critical thinking skills, and is designed to
heighten students’ appreciation of literature and
increase their awareness of the importance of language in
their daily lives. Each course integrates vocabulary development,
grammar, usage and mechanics, composition, oral communication
and critical reading, writing and thinking with the intensive
study of literary works.
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Social Studies
Grades 9, 10, 11 and 12
World History 1 and II
History of the Subcontinent
Economics and Business and Management
Psychology and Sociology
Introduction to Law and Legal Studies
AP World History, European History and US History |
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The Social Studies Department facilitates student
awareness of historical, social, political and economic issues
and teaches students to evaluate the effects of these issues
on today’s global community and on their own lives.
The primary intention is to lead students to become informed
global citizens who develop high levels of historic and contemporary
social literacy and are able to contextualize significant
issues and events and the initiating circumstances, past and
present.
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Mathematics
Grades 9, 10, 11 and 12
Geometry
Algebra 1 and II
Pre-calculus
AP Calculus AB and BC
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In an increasingly technological world, the
mathematics program at LAS offers a quality curriculum essential
to the future of our students. It is an approach designed
to enable every student to acquire an understanding of fundamental
skills and concepts. Instructional emphasis is placed on problem
solving, mathematical reasoning and communication of mathematical
ideas. The learning environment encourages students to ask
questions, explore mathematics using various tools and technology
and recognize the growing relevance of mathematics to everyday
situations. The mathematics program advocates the development
of higher-order thinking skills and provides for modes of
instruction necessary to enable student success.
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Science
Grades 9, 10, 11 and 12.
Introduction to Physical Science
Biology, Chemistry and Physics
Environmental Science
AP Biology, Chemistry and Physics B
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The science education develops in student learners
a rich and full understanding of the inquiry process, critical
thinking skills, concepts, principles and standard calculations
used in life, chemical, physical and environmental sciences.
Students have an opportunity to extend their scientific literacy
by exploring laboratory activities, problem solving, research
and technology to stimulate interest, curiosity, motivation
and learning. The department offers courses that prepare students
for further college and university science based programs.
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Modern Language
Grades 9, 10, 11 and 12
French and Urdu |
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The modern language curriculum includes French
and Urdu from beginners to advanced. The goals of both course
are to teach students to develop basic communication skills
and basic proficiency in the four language skills of listening,
speaking, reading and writing. The Basic vocabulary and structures
of the language are introduced through a variety of techniques
known as the communicative approach. The main objective is
to engage students into creative use of day-to-day French
and Urdu in different situations including, compositions,
listening exercises, written comprehensions, presentations,
group work and role playing.
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Computer Science
Grades 9, 10, 11 and 12
Microsoft Office Fundamentals
Emerging Computer Technologies
Foundations of 3D Graphics and Animation
Desktop Publishing and Graphic Design
Web Page Authoring
AP Computer Science A |
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Computer Science is a laboratory-based course
designed to provide an overview of and experience in multimedia
technology. Sounds, images, graphics and video are the informational
projects from which students will construct media rich knowledge
structures. Students will develop necessary skills and obtain
hands-on experiences working with a variety of multimedia
tools to build linear and non-linear interactive products.
Students will learn to use a collection of software tools
and design techniques to create a variety of formatted products.
AP Computer Science A is a full-year course designed to teach
the fundamentals of programming with Java programming language.
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Fine Arts
Grades 9, 10, 11 and 12
Art I and II
Visual Communications and Yearbook
Choir
AP Studio Art |
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Art provides students with the opportunity
to develop their artistic abilities and interests within
a variety of areas. Students are given the opportunity to
find and build their strength in a variety of media within
a particular assignment. This course exposes students to
a broad spectrum of art styles allowing each student to
find and develop their particular area of interest. Students
work to achieve higher levels of proficiency in art. Studio
art is designed for students who are seriously interested
in the practical experience of art. Visual communications
provides students with the opportunity to continue to develop
their artistic abilities and interests within a variety
of areas including drawing, painting, design, illustration
and mixed media. Students plan visual presentations for
such things as advertisements, brochures, package designs,
magazine covers and billboards. Choir will introduce the
serious student of choral music to the styles and genres
of music from the Renaissance to the 20th Century. It will
include the study of music history and music theory.
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Pakistan Studies
Grades 10 and 11
Islamiyat |
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Islamiyat introduces students to Islam and the
main values and beliefs of the religion. This course consists
of four areas of study namely Islam and its basic concepts,
the biography of the Holy Prophet (PBUH), the four caliphs
and the translations and explanations of Surahs, Ayats and
Ahadis. This course will also teach how to perform prayer
and ablution. This Islamiyat course is required for students
who intend to stay in Pakistan for higher education as it
is compulsory for admission in many local colleges.
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Physical Education
Grades 9, 10, 11 and 12
Physical Education and Health 9 and 10
Community Recreation and Leadership |
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Physical Education emphasizes regular participation
in a variety of physical activities that promote lifelong
healthy, active living. Students learn movement skills and
principles, ways to improve personal fitness, physical competence,
safety and injury prevention. Activities covered include aquatics,
fitness, team games, track and field, individual games and
outdoor pursuits. Students participate in activities designed
to develop goal setting, decision making, communication and
social skills. Community Recreation and Leadership focuses
on the development of a personalized approach to healthy active
living through participation in a variety of sports and community
recreational activities that have the potential to engage
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