THE HIGH SCHOOL:
The High School Curriculum (grades 10 – 12) begins preparation for College and University entrance. Special classes for the American (SAT I) Examination are provided for students in Grades (11) & (12) in Math and English. In addition, (SAT II) Classes are available for grade (12) in all Science Subjects and Math. The American Diploma must be completed in a minimum of 3 years. Students must spend, at least, the final three years (10th, 11th and 12th grades) in an American Program. The only students who may transfer into grades 11 and 12 are those who have successfully completed previous grades in an American School and have a transcript for those grades. Students may count a maximum of 3 Subjects from grade (11), and a minimum of 5 Subjects from grade (12) for the total 8 Subjects for the University requirement. Students who are aiming for private Universities in Engineering and Computer Science should study Advanced Math in grade (12). The 8 subjects from Manor House School will be counted as 40% of the total University Percentage. The remaining 60% will be obtained from the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT I) score. (SAT I) is an aptitude test which measures the basic level of Math and English of the student. The (SAT II) test is only required for students who wish to enter Medicine or Engineering. (SAT II) is a subject test; each test consists of 2 subjects chosen from Math, Chemistry, Biology and Physics. The choice of subjects is determined by which University the student wishes to attend. (SAT II) is given a weight of 15%, which is added to the (8) school subjects and the (SAT I) score.
GRADING EQUATION:
N.B. ADD scores from steps 1, 2 & 3 (if available).
1) School Subjects - 8 Subjects x 40 = (------)
2) SAT I - Egyptian Universities 1320 x 60 = (------)
SAT I - Private Universities 1200 x 60 = (------)
3) SAT II - Egyptian Universities 1000 x 15 = (------)
SAT II - Private Universities 900 x 15 = (------)
2007 - 2008
1) School Subjects - 8 Subjects x 40 = (------)
800
2) SAT I - Egyptian Universities 1440 x 60 = (------)
2400
SAT I - Private Universities 1200 x 60 = (------)
2400
3) SAT II - Egyptian Universities 1000 x 15 = (------)
1600
SAT II - Private Universities 900 x 15 = (------)
1600
ACADEMIC GRADING BREAKDOWN:
(10%) Participation & Attendance
(20%) Quizzes
(10%) Assignments and Projects
(20%) Homework
(40%) Quarter Tests
GRADING KEY:
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A+ 98-100
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B+ 88-89
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C+ 78-79
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D+ 68-69
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A 93-97
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B 83-87
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C 73-77
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D 63-67
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A- 90-92
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B- 80-82
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C- 70-72
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D- 60-62
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GRADING SCALE:
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GRADE
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RANGE
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GPA VALUE
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A+
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98 – 100
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4.3
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A
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93 – 97
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4.0
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A-
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90 – 92
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3.7
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B+
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88 – 89
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3.3
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B
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83 – 87
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3.0
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B-
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80 – 82
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2.7
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C+
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78 – 79
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2.3
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C
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73 – 77
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2.0
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C-
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70 – 72
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1.7
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The administration at Manor House School believes that classroom activities constitute the heart of the educational process. Time lost from
class can never truly be regained. In particular, the important benefits derived from the interaction among students and between teacher and
student cannot be replaced. Demonstrations, lab exercises, oral presentations, and debates are particularly difficult to make up outside the
class. For these reasons, school attendance is very important to academic development and successful completion of required standards of learning
and end-of-course tests. Therefore, excessive or unexcused absences from school can be detrimental and may result in poor achievement and/or
failure to earn credit requirements for graduation. Proper attendance is also essential for developing the habits of punctuality, dependability, and
self-discipline. Parents and students are responsible for regular and punctual attendance.
Each student is allowed NO MORE THAN (20) absences all year long. After 20 absences, students will not
be promoted to the next grade level.
ABSENCE PROCEDURE:
Parents are required to call the school and notify their child's absence on the day the students is absent. Starting 7:25 am parents can
contact the school on the following numbers: 760-7577 or 012-7784306. Please specify: who is calling, the student's full name
and class, reason for absence, and expected length of absence. The school will attempt to notify parents when their children are
absent from school with an SMS on the mobile number specified on application form.
EXCUSED ABSENCES:
The school has established reasons for which an excused absence can be granted. These reasons are as follows: personal illness, severe
illness or death in the family, religious holidays, or school-related activities for which participation has been granted by the school, and
National sports tournaments. Absences for other reasons, including out-of-school suspension, are considered unexcused absences.
Absence for any reason other than those stated above must receive prior permission from the school administration. When
extenuating circumstances exist, a parent/guardian should discuss extensive absences with the principal. Absences due to going to
Amid East are UNEXCUSED!
Students who do not submit notes for valid absence to the Secretary Office within (2) days following the absence are considered unexcused absences. The student will not be allowed to make up work missed during the absence.
TARDINESS:
Students arriving to school after 8:10 am will not be allowed to attend the first two periods, losing all of the class information and assignments. In addition, points will be deducted from the participation portion of the students' grade. Students arriving to school after 8:30 am will not be allowed in school and will be sent home.
PROCEDURE FOR MAKE-UP
IT IS THE STUDENT'S RESPONSIBILITY TO APPROACH TEACHERS TO ARRANGE FOR WORK THAT IS MISSED.
Students have (2) school days to complete make-up work after their excused absence.
PERFECT & EXEMPLARY ATTENDANCE:
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FAMILY TRAVEL:
Parents are requested to plan family trips during school holidays. This includes traveling for pilgrimages ('Hij' and 'Omra'). Absence due to family trips are considered unexcused and the student will not be allowed to make up the work.
CLASS CUTS:
A student who is not present in class, and is not known to be absent for the day, will be considered to have cut the class. The teacher will send the student's name to the Secretary Office and he/she will be assigned behavior points or suspension. Students will not be allowed to make up work missed because of class cuts.
Student Dress Code
All students are required to follow the Manor House American School dress code. Students must purchase the school uniform and
come to school wearing it every day. The school uniform package consists of:
- 2 navy blue polo t-shirts with the school logo
- 1 winter sweat jacket with the school logo
- 1 sports t-shirt
Each student must also purchase their own pants from outside the school. These pants should be dark grey and NOT be made of jeans
or sweat pants material. In addition, students will need to purchase dark blue or black sweat pants for P.E. Acceptable shoes include
closed-back and closed-toe shoes; white, grey, blue or black.
- NO logos or advertisements on clothes will be allowed.
- NO red or bright colored shoes will be allowed.
- NO sandals will be allowed.
- NO jeans will be allowed.
- NO clothes with writing on them will be allowed.
- NO ripped clothes will be allowed.
- NO caps are allowed to be worn in school.
Parents should insure that their sons/daughters practice good grooming and hygiene. Girls with long hair must pull their hair back in
a barrette. Boys should have a short, neat hair cut. Girls are not allowed to wear any make-up or nail polish.
Violations of dress code will be dealt with immediately on the spot with behavior points.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Leaving School Grounds:
Students must remain on school grounds after arriving on school premises. Students are released to parents/legal guardians or designated adults. Students are dismissed to older siblings when parents/legal guardians submit prior authorization. Written parental approval is necessary prior to leaving school grounds for field trips or special visits to specific schools or work sites.
Textbooks
The school division provides textbooks free of charge to students for use during the school year. Students are expected to care for books they receive. Fees are assessed for damaged or lost books.
Lockers
Students may reserve a locker by paying a deposit of LE 100. Students are required to bring their own lock for the locker. Students are responsible for taking care of the locker and keeping it clean and undamaged. Lockers are the property of MHS and lockers may be searched at any time. Students will be responsible for items found in their locker.
MHS is NOT responsible for money or valuables stolen from any student (such as mobiles, ipods, ect.). Students should not leave money or valuables unattended at any time.
Students are allowed to check out three library books at a time. Books must be returned within three weeks time. Students will be fined LE 10 when books are not returned on the required date.
Parent-Teacher Conferences
Parents are encouraged to have periodic conferences with teachers. Parent-Teacher conferences occur twice during the school year and will be specified on the school calendar. For a conference at any time other than on a regularly scheduled school conference date, please contact the office for arrangements to meet with the teacher during their arranged times.
Students will receive (4) Quarter Reports after the Quarter Exams: 1st Quarter and 3rd Quarter Reports will be given during the scheduled Parent-Teacher Meetings. 2nd Quarter and Final Reports will be sent home with students. *Students are responsible to show these reports to their parents.
MHS uses a 4-point system to calculate GPA. Students with a GPA of 3.5 or above receive Honor Roll for that academic year.
Clinic
Manor House School is equipped with a full medical kit and a full- injuries and consult with parents, as needed, regarding health concerns of students. Administration of medications, especially short-term medications, should be done at home. However, if a student is required to take prescription or nonprescription medication during school hours, the following guidelines must be followed: A written order from the physician, dentist, or practitioner stating student's name, medication, time, duration, and dosage to be given by
the school is required, along with the parent/guardian signature. Medical forms are available with the school application. Medication must be in a pharmacy-labeled container with the most current prescription date. Parents must deliver medication to the school clinic personally. All parents are encouraged to provide the school nurse with updated and current work and home phone numbers, mobile numbers, and any other means whereby they can be contacted during the school day should the need arise.
Buses
Manor House School supplies Bus Transportation to:
Garden City - Lebanon Square - Sheikh Zayed -
Maadi - 6th of October - Pyramids - Heliopolis / Nasr City - Faisal St. / Hadayek El Ahram
