High School Cycle:
10th Grade – 15 to 16 years
11th Grade – 16 to 17 years
12th Grade – 17 to 18 years
The general High School consists of three grades: Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12.
The general high school, as opposed to the technical high school, primarily leads to further higher education at a university, preparatory classes for prestigious schools, or specialized institutions. The general education consists of core courses that ensure the acquisition of a shared cultural foundation, along with subjects chosen by the student to deepen their knowledge and gradually refine their academic and career goals.
The high school curriculum is ambitious. It consolidates the knowledge acquired in middle school, ensures the transmission of solid disciplinary knowledge, and contributes to the intellectual development of the students.
The programs foster the development of a shared literary, historical, humanistic, and scientific culture. They provide students with the tools to understand the world in which they live: the evolution of societies, cultures, politics, the different phases of history, as well as the actions and decisions of key figures.
The programs in scientific disciplines are based on theoretical concepts and focus on developing scientific reasoning skills.
They aim to stimulate students’ creativity and their ability to construct sound arguments, exercise critical thinking, and strengthen their civic education to become responsible and independent citizens, aware of their rights as well as their duties.
Digital technology also plays a significant role with the teaching of digital sciences and technology, which helps students understand the growing impact of digital technology on human practices.
The Baccalaureate exam marks the end of secondary education and is an important milestone in a student’s journey. It paves the way for higher education.
