Middle School
ISS recognizes the unique characteristics of the adolescent learner and is committed to the development of academic and life skills. ISS students are provided with a diverse curriculum to ensure that all students receive exposure to different careers and life options.
ISS students are provided with a strong foundation of core skills and are encouraged to perform research and use technology to further their educational experience. The new ISS library provides space for students to read, perform research and to access books and media services to further their learning in the classroom. The librarian works collaboratively with the teachers to reinforce and support daily instruction.
Seven teachers are involved in full time instruction in the Secondary School while another four teachers are involved in part time instruction. Secondary students have specialized teachers for the majority of the core subjects. Students are tracked within the mathematics program beginning in Grade 7 where students are placed in regular Math 7 or Pre-Algebra.
All students in the secondary school must complete an annual Portfolio. Within the portfolio, students must demonstrate basic competency in Reading, Writing, Mathematics and research skills. Students also must demonstrate how they completed the community service component required at each grade level.
ISS is currently exploring options to incorporate Advanced Placement (AP) classes within the ISS Program of Study. During the 2009-2010 school year, all students will choose between AP Spanish Language and AP Spanish Literature during their senior year. By the 2010-2011 school year, all students will be required to complete a minimum of two AP classes to graduate.
