International American School of Cancun

International American
School of Cancun

Lower School (K-6th)(998)882•0383

Upper School (7th-12th)(998)882•2269


Curricula

JUNIOR HIGH: SEQ and SAIS/COGNIA Programs

SEVENTH GRADE EIGHTH GRADE NINTH GRADE
Spanish Spanish Spanish
English English English
Science 7 Science: Intro to Physics Science: Intro to Chemistry
History of Quintana Roo Physics Mexican History
Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics
Mathematics Algebra I Geometry
World Geography World History United States History
Geography of Mexico Civics Civics
Fine Arts Fine Arts Elective
Computer Skills Computer Skills Intro to French
Physical Education Physical Education Physical Education
Orientation Orientation Orientation

HIGH SCHOOL: UNAM and SAIS/COGNIA

TENTH GRADE ELEVENTH GRADE TWELFTH GRADE
Spanish Language Arts AP Spanish Literature Etymology/ Creative Writing
Geography of Mexico History of Mexico II Mexican Law
English 10 English 11/AP English Language English 12/AP English Literature
World History U.S. History II US Government and Economics
Biology Chemistry Physics or Ecology
Algebra II Precalulus Advanced Math/AP Calculus
Electives Electives Electives
Model UN
Computer Skills or French II Computer Skills or French III Computer Skills or French IV
Orientation Orientation Orientation

Model United Nations

Model UN is a seminar class during which students study the history and functions of the United Nations. Most students then participate in a conference that takes place in another state or country.

Other Observations

a) In 12th grade students are assigned to math classes according to their math skills and preference.
b) During their senior year, students can choose between physics and ecology.
c) Students in grades 9-12 choose electives each semester. In the past these electives have included drawing, painting, woodworking, chess, computer drawing, drama, chorus, Intro to German, and SAT prep.
d) Orientation is a class in which students explore their personalities, career options, test-taking skills, etc.