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:

  • Problem-solving  Discipline-specific research methods, field research, and critical inquiry

  • Communication  Discipline-specific writing formats, editing, revision, and public speaking

  • 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)

The Advanced Placement program of the College Board is offered to students who have demonstrated a superior understanding of the subject matter and have signified their desire to attempt to achieve college credit for courses taken while they are still in high school (sophomores, juniors, and seniors). At their discretion, many major colleges and universities accept advanced placement for credit, recognizing the successful completion of an AP exam.

SJA Jeju  offers 28 AP courses during the 2023/24 SY for students that meet the prerequisites to take these courses. We are proud to offer the following AP course options to qualified students: AP 2-D Art and Design, AP 3-D Art and Design, AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry, AP Chinese Language & Culture, AP Comparative Government and Politics, AP Computer Science A, AP Computer Science Principles, AP Drawing, AP English Language and Composition, AP English Literature and Composition, AP Environmental Science, AP Human Geography, AP Microeconomics, AP Macroeconomics, AP Music Theory, AP Physics 1: Algebra Based, AP Physics 2: Algebra Based, AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism, AP Physics C: Mechanics, AP Precalculus, AP Psychology, AP Statistics, AP Seminar, AP United States History, AP World History-Modern.

Advisory Program

The Advisory program that 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. Advisory days are every Friday.

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.

SJA Jeju High School Program of Studies 2024-2025.pdfSJA Jeju High School Handbook 2023-2024.pdf