High School

At MIS High School, we value continuous improvement and believe that learning is a collaborative process. We recognize that critical thinking skills are essential for student success. Our students are growing up in a digital world, and their futures will be deeply influenced by technology. Our vision is to provide excellence in education, with technology seamlessly integrated into the instructional program. This aligns with our mission of “learning through critical thinking, problem solving, and creativity.”

About the MIS High School

The high school currently serves approximately 235 students across grades 9–12. Our academic program follows a challenging American college preparatory curriculum, supplemented with Honors and Advanced Placement (AP) courses for students seeking rigorous academic challenges.

To enrich student life, MIS High School offers a wide variety of co-curricular and extracurricular activities, including sports, spirit-building events, and academic competitions. Notably:

• Model United Nations (MUN): Our delegation regularly participates in THIMUN, Andrew MUN at Carnegie Mellon University, Georgetown MUN, and local MUN conferences in Qatar. They also hosted their own MIS MUN at school.
• Robotics and Destination Imagination: Students develop problem-solving and creative thinking skills through these programs.

Student Leadership

The High School Student Council empowers students to demonstrate leadership, responsibility, and commitment. The council is composed of:

• President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer
• Sports Coordinators (Boys & Girls)
• Events Coordinator, Head of Media, Cultural Ambassador
• Grade-level representatives

The council organizes pep rallies, extracurricular events, and acts as a liaison between students and school leadership. Student representatives are elected annually and must meet academic, attendance, and behavioral criteria. Student Councils also exist at the Elementary and Middle School levels.

Academic Programs

Our curriculum is aligned with Common Core State Standards and California Standards, ensuring students are prepared for success in the international community. Students must earn 24 credits to graduate.

Students may select from the courses listed here. Please review the course list carefully, including prerequisites, credit values, and grade-level eligibility, before making your selections.

Students are encouraged to participate in service and leadership opportunities in the local community.

High School Diploma

MIS offers a college preparatory program for students in the international community residing in Qatar. Our program focuses on inquiry-based learning and prepares students for universities worldwide, across the U.S., U.K., Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and beyond.

Honors and Advanced Placement (AP) Courses

Honors and AP courses challenge motivated students with rigorous academic content. AP courses are college-level and offered on campus.

Current offerings include:

1.      AP English Language & Composition (11-12)

2.      AP Seminar (10-12)

3.      AP Environmental Science (9-12)

4.      AP Human Geography (9-12)

5.      AP Chemistry (11-12)

6.      AP Biology (10-12)

7.      AP Psychology (9-12)

8.      AP Physics 1 (10–12)

9.      AP Physics 2(11-12)

10.   AP Physics C (11-12)

11.   AP Micro-economics (10-12)

12.   AP Computer Science Principles (9-12)

13.   AP Computer Science A (10-12)

14.   AP Cyber Security (10-12)

15.   AP Drawing (9-12)

16.   AP 2D Art & Design (9-12)

17.   AP 3D Art & Design (9-12)

18.   AP Calculus AB (11-12)

19.   AP Calculus BC (12)

Honors:  English, Math, Science (9–12)

MIS High School GPA Scale

MIS uses a 4.0 GPA scale for high school students. Honors and AP courses are weighted to reflect their increased rigor, but most U.S. universities consider unweighted GPA during admissions though some may also consider weighted GPA for placement or scholarships.

Percentage	Letter Grade	GPA (Regular)	GPA (Honors)	GPA (AP)
90–100%	A	4.0	4.5	5.0
80–89%	B	3.0	3.5	4.0
70–79%	C	2.0	2.5	3.0
60–69%	D	1.0	1.5	2.0
Below 59%	F	0	0	0

Note: Weighted GPAs (Honors/AP) are calculated internally for recognition of advanced coursework.

Recommended Graduation Requirements from the Qatar Ministry of Education:

In accordance with the Ministry of Education’s mandate, seniors are also required to achieve either a minimum score of 400 in both SAT Math and SAT English, or a minimum score of 2 out of 5 on two AP assessments, to obtain certificate equivalency. Additionally, students must secure a passing mark in the mandatory subjects of Islamic Studies and Arabic.

Course Load: Students enroll in a minimum of six classes per semester; Grades 11–12 may take up to eight with approval. Minimum credits required for grade promotion:

• Sophomore: 5–7 credits
• Junior: 12–14 credits
• Senior: 24 credits
• Advanced Placement (AP) Exams: Students enrolled in AP courses must take the College Board-administered exams (fees apply).

Student Trips and Experiences

MIS organizes educational and service trips, rewarding academic excellence and outstanding behavior. Examples include CAS trips to Prague, Berlin and MUN international trips to Turkey or China.

University Visits

Throughout the academic year, MIS hosts university fairs and welcomes representatives from international institutions to provide valuable guidance and exposure for students pursuing higher education. Details of these visits are communicated to parents and students through the weekly newsletter, which is shared every Thursday by the School Principal.