Empowering Independent Thinkers: The High School Learning Journey
AISZ High School (Grades 9-12) experience a broad range of subjects. Students are expected to engage in structured and student-directed inquiries in each subject. They continue to learn through complex tasks and asked to self-monitor, self-manage and self-modify. Reflection is an important part of learning. High school students are expected to be independent inquirers.
At the American International School of Zagreb (AISZ), the high school academic program is meticulously designed to empower students with the skills and knowledge necessary to make informed decisions about their futures. Through a comprehensive approach that combines foundational courses, specialised electives, and extracurricular activities, AISZ offers a well-rounded educational experience. Students benefit from daily homeroom advisory classes and consultancy periods, ensuring personalised mentorship and academic support.
AISZ offers a dynamic range of graduation pathways tailored to meet diverse student goals and prepare them for future success. These pathways ensure students can pursue their academic and professional aspirations with confidence and adaptability in an ever-changing global landscape. The four graduation pathways offered at AISZ are:
The foundational diploma accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, certifying the completion of a contemporary secondary education. It enables access to universities and employment worldwide and can be personalized with IB Certificates in specific focus subjects.
A specialized program for students passionate about exploring academic areas of interest through rigorous coursework, personalized senior projects, and six external metrics of validation. This pathway fosters academic excellence and prepares students for specialized post-secondary pursuits.
A globally recognized, rigorous two-year pre-university curriculum emphasizing critical thinking, intercultural understanding, and personal growth. The IB Diploma is widely respected by leading universities worldwide and includes coursework in six subject areas, an extended essay, Theory of Knowledge (TOK), and Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS).
For students who wish to pursue focused areas of interest, this pathway offers the opportunity to take specific IB courses and exams to earn certificates, providing targeted academic enrichment and preparation for post-secondary studies.
At the core of our culture at AISZ is a belief that ALL students can learn at high levels. We accept responsibility for each student reaching their full academic potential and that we support our students social emotional wellbeing.
Discover how to become part of the AISZ community. Click on the link below to begin your application process today.
| AISZ High School Program Guide 2025-26 (pdf, 3.07 MB) |
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