American High School Diploma (AHSD)

American High School Diploma (AHSD)
The New English School offers a rigorous and comprehensive American High School Program for students in Grades 9 through 12. Our program is aligned with U.S. Common Core State Standards and meets the requirements of the Jordanian Ministry of Education, ensuring students are well-prepared for both local and international university admissions.

Key Features of the Program:

Curriculum Framework: Based on the U.S. Common Core Standards for English, Math, History & Geography, and the Next Generation Science Standards.
Individualized Learning: Courses are tailored to students’ academic goals and interests, with a focus on academic success and university readiness.
Jordanian Equivalency Compliance: As of the 2025–2026 academic year, student equivalency will be based solely on external exams. Students must pass the required subjects, including the Arabic external exam. This requirement applies to Grade 10 only and does not apply to Grades 11 and 12.
Full Implementation of Grade 9: NES offers a complete four-year high school plan (Grades 9–12).
Advanced Placement: 15 AP and 8 Pre AP-courses across all subjects including sciences, humanities, mathematics, foreign languages, Seminar/ Research and Computer Science.

Exam Preparation Plan
NES prepares students for internationally recognized examinations, including:
                •             Advanced Placement (AP)
                •             EST Exams
                •             Jordanian Ministry of Education Exams (Jordanian History and Islamic Studies)
                •             Arabic Exam from Edexcel

Community Service
As part of the high school experience, NES integrates community service into the curriculum to encourage personal growth, career readiness, and civic engagement. Students will complete service hours and participate in career-related training.

Counseling Sessions
NES provides individual academic and career counseling sessions with college advisors, involving both students and their parents/guardians. These sessions help align course selection and future plans with each student’s career goals.

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