Program of Studies
The Senior Capstone
Capstone is a culminating experience for all SJA Jeju seniors. The Capstone course builds upon the habits of learning inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach in our pre-primary programs as well as the inquiry-based approach that is at the heart of all instruction throughout our elementary and middle schools.
Capstone represents the culmination of all previous learning and serves as an opportunity for students to demonstrate mastery of SJA Jeju standards and expectations as they prepare to further their education, embark on careers, and carry their overall SJA Jeju experience into their personal and professional lives.
Ultimately, the capstone curriculum is linked to the very mission of the school. The development of a professional attitude sets the tone for character. The research and problem solving required to complete the program addresses inquiry and the sharing of ideas with the Academy and local communities addresses community.
In addition to meeting the mission of the school, the goals of the senior capstone course are to help students sharpen their expertise against even higher standards of college and professional rating in the following areas:
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Problem-solving Discipline-specific research methods, field research, and critical inquiry
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Communication Discipline-specific writing formats, editing, revision, and public speaking
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Citizenship Self-management strategies and analysis of community needs. Defining the characteristics of a professional and acting and producing to that definition
Advanced Placement Courses (AP)
We are proud to offer a robust Advanced Placement (AP) program, providing qualified students with challenging, university-level coursework while still in high school. Successful performance on AP Exams can lead to college credit, advanced placement, or both at universities worldwide.
Commitment to Academic Excellence
Our students consistently demonstrate high levels of achievement in their AP studies, reflecting our school's commitment to academic excellence.
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Exceptional Results: For the 2024-2025 school year, an impressive 96% of all students who took AP Exams earned a score of 3 or higher.
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High Pass Rate: Across all exams administered, the percentage of scores at the university-qualifying level of 3 or higher was 94%.
Extensive Course Offerings
We offer one of the most comprehensive AP programs in the region, with 30 AP course offerings available for students who meet the necessary prerequisites.
We are committed to continuously expanding our program and evaluating new AP course options each academic year.
Our current AP course options include:
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Arts: AP 2-D Art and Design, AP 3-D Art and Design, AP Drawing, AP Music Theory
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English: AP English Language and Composition, AP English Literature and Composition
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History & Social Sciences: AP Comparative Government and Politics, AP Human Geography, AP Microeconomics, AP Macroeconomics, AP Psychology, AP United States History, AP World History-Modern
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Math & Computer Science: AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Computer Science A, AP Computer Science Principles, AP Precalculus, AP Statistics
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Sciences: AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Environmental Science, AP Physics 1: Algebra Based, AP Physics 2: Algebra Based, AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism, AP Physics C: Mechanics
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World Languages: AP Chinese Language & Culture, AP Spanish Language and Culture
AP Diploma: AP Research, AP Seminar
Advisory Program
The Advisory program is a natural outgrowth of the school’s mission statement. The purpose of the program is to foster character, inquiry, and community. We achieve this by providing students with a faculty mentor, and by including them in a group of peers with whom they may develop close, positive, personal relationships and expand their capacity for change and growth.
The advisor is the primary connection to the school for both students and families. Students will be in an advisor group of 10 to 15 peers through their graduation. Advisories meet three times and together as a House on Fridays at our student led assemblies.
College Preparation
All high school students will be assisted in the process of selecting and applying to colleges and universities by an experienced team of counselors. A sequential plan of action will be put in place to help students maximize their chances of admission and to help both parents and students to navigate the selection and application process.