At SHBS, the meaning of a course is not confined to the transfer of textbook knowledge within a classroom. It also encompasses the flurry of brushes and colors in art studios, the sweat shed in gymnasiums and on sports fields, the dancing musical notes in recording studios, the footsteps leading to the streets and alleys of the city, the distant fields of the countryside, the workshops and laboratories of enterprises, and the experience of global travel and enrichment.
Courses should not be like cold, rigid frames constructing static knowledge, but rather like colorful silk threads, weaving the most beautiful dreams for children.
Core Academics
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As a school authorized by the College Board and the Cambridge University Examination Board, we offer AP and A-Level courses as core curriculum, supplemented by a large number of basic subject courses (including AP or A-Level preparatory courses) and advanced courses (continuing advancement after AP or A-Level). Students graduate by earning enough credits in the core academic courses.
The school implements a deep layered class system and elective system. More than 80% of the school's courses do not specify which grade they must be studied in. Instead, students choose the difficulty and pace of each course based on their interests and strengths. For example, English courses are divided into at least 9 levels, and there is always a level suitable for the child's English level. The school does not stipulate how many AP or A-Level courses must be studied before graduation - it is all determined according to the specific circumstances of each child.
Grade | Mathematics | Language and Culture | Science and Technology | Social Sciences and Arts | Physical Education |
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Preparatory Grade | Algebra 1 Algebra 1 (Honors) Geometry Geometry (Honors) Algebra 2 | Chinese I Chinese I (Intermediate) Chinese I (Honors) English I English I (Honors) English II English II (Honors) | Science: Physics Science: Chemistry Science: Biology Integrated Science (Honors) Introduction to Programming | Fine Art Music Drama | Basketball Soccer Taekwondo Tennis Dance Yoga Tai Chi Golf Rowing Badminton |
10th Grade | Algebra 2 Algebra 2 (Honors) Pre-Calculus AP Pre-Calculus Calculus (Honors) AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC AP Statistics A-Level Mathematics A-Level Further Mathematics Advanced Further Mathematics Financial Algebra | Chinese II Chinese II (Intermediate) Chinese II (Honors) English I English I (Honors) English II English II (Honors) Creative Writing | Physics Physics (Honors) Chemistry Chemistry (Honors) Biology Biology (Honors) Computer Programming Computer Programming (Honor) AP Physics 1 AP Physics 2 AP Physics C – Mechanics AP Physics C - Electricity and Magnetism AP Chemistry AP Biology AP Computer Science A Advanced Programming | Modern Chinese History Chinese Human Geography World (AP) Human Geography World History World Government Economics Economics (Honors) Psychology Art Music AP Music Theory Drama Advanced Drama Media and Society AP Microeconomics AP Macroeconomics AP Psychology AP Music Theory | |
11th and 12th Grade | America Literature America Literature (Honors) Modern World Literature Modern World Literature (Honors) AP Language and Composition Chinese Philosophy TOEFL Basic TOEFL Intermediate TOEFL Advanced TOEFL Sprint IELTS Preparation SAT Preparation ACT Module 1 Computers ACT Module 2 Science ACT Module 3 Mental Health ACT Module 4 Test Preparation |
Academic Growth
Beyond the Classroom
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Double Excellence ProgramsThe school provides guidance to students who have a passion for a specific area and who aim to reach a professional level in that field. Currently, there are four program options available: Art (including oil painting, ceramics, sculpture, animation design, etc.), Music (instrumental music, vocal music, composition, etc.), Rowing, and Golf. By participating in a “Double Excellence Program” in addition to their core academic courses, students can extend their interests and also prepare for related college pursuits.
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International Exchange ProgramsEvery year, the school arranges exchange programs with high school students from the US, Germany, Italy, and other countries. Our students either visit their schools, or their teachers and students visit our school.
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Winter Camp/Summer Camp/Summer SchoolEvery winter and summer vacation, the school provides a 3-4 week learning opportunity for students. Especially for students who wish to accelerate their progress in a certain subject or make up for their weaknesses, they can take advantage of the holiday time to participate.
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Elective CoursesOn the afternoon of February 17th, SHBS carried out the elective course presentation activity for the new semester. The facultry has offered up to 54 elective courses for the students, providing them with ample space for exploration and choice.
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