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The junior high section of the American International School-Salzburg includes the students in 7th and 8th grades. Generally, these students are between 12 and 14 years of age and can prove at least six years of formal education before acceptance to AIS-Salzburg. The junior-high program includes full-boarders, 5-day boarders and day students and they are fully integrated into our regular school programs. Additional activities and outings are regularly scheduled for junior high students exclusively, and their evening study time is adjusted for the demands of their coursework.
Students in grade 7 and 8 take a full load of classes and are primarily engaged in foundational academic work in all disciplines including English, mathematics, science, social studies and German language. Additionally, all junior high students are required to take courses in sports and physical education (Healthy Lifestyle Requirement), electives such as studio art, drama, etc., and are also assigned a study period during the regular academic day in assistance of their work load.
The junior high program should be seen as foundational work for the challenging high school schedule. Of great importance is the required coursework done in English and in mathematics. Success at this level generally provides a very sound basis for future high-school level courses and the challenges of the Advanced Placement program.
Typical coursework for junior high school students:
7th grade - Non-English Assistance:
English
Junior High English
Mathematics
Pre-Algebra
Science
Junior High Science (2-year course in earth, physical, and life sciences)
Social Studies
World History or World Geography
German
At appropriate level
Electives
Studio art, drama, speech and debate, etc.
HLR
Sports (2x weekly), physical activities and outings
Boarding
A boarding conduct grade for all non-academic hours
8th grade - Non-English Assistance:
English
Junior High English (year 2)
Mathematics
Algebra I
Science
Junior High Science (2-year course in earth, physical, and life sciences)
Social Studies
World History or World Geography
German
At appropriate level
Electives
Studio art, drama, speech and debate, etc.
HLR
Sports (2x weekly), physical activities and outings
Students in the 7th and 8th grades who require English assistance before being able to take advantage of the regular academic program are scheduled into one of four levels of English language coursework following placement testing. Students in English assistance classes will have between two and three hours of English daily within a full load of courses in all subject areas. Generally, the German language requirement will be sacrificed in favor of more comprehensive English language development.
English Assistance Levels
Introductory English A (grammar and composition)
1 hour daily
Introductory English B (reading and vocabulary)
1 hour daily
Introductory English C (speaking and listening skills)
1 hour daily
Intermediate English A (grammar and composition)
1 hour daily
Intermediate English B (reading and vocabulary)
1 hour daily
Intermediate English C (speaking and listening skills)
1 hour daily
Advanced English A (grammar and composition)
1 hour daily
Advanced English B (reading and vocabulary)
1 hour daily
Accelerated English Grammar and Reading
1 hour daily
Accelerated English Composition and Literature
1 hour daily
Admissions requirements for junior high students include a greater flexibility in previous English language ability as the program can compensate for this in plenty of time before enrollment in the high-school grade levels.