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High School

15 -17 years old

Maple Bear High School's mission is to provide students with a complete program that will prepare them for life and to enter universities in Brazil or abroad. At this stage, the focus is on developing skills such as teamwork, empathy when working with diversity, effective communication through orality, writing and listening using the various digital resources. Check out some of the digital learning tools we use: Program Activities Learning resources (graphic organizers, research maps, concept boards, writing charts, rubrics) available in the cloud. Digital Portfolio: The Learning process and academic achievements will be organized digitally. Students will be able to share their academic work with parents, teachers and Universities—Canadian Credits Access to accredited online Canadian English courses. University Planning Students set goals and identify what they need to focus on, planning and applying strategies to achieve success. At Maple Bear High School, students are encouraged to experiment, discover, solve problems, and think critically, creatively, and innovatively. The result is students with initiative and autonomy, passionate about learning and prepared to be successful in their studies, in their chosen profession and life.

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– Preparation for life, in Brazil or in any other country – Social-emotional development and career planning – Academic excellence that supports students in ENEM and entrance exams Watch the video on the side and learn about the testimony of Gabriel Duarte, a Maple Bear student, approved at UNICAMP, USP, UNESP and UFMG universities.

Open doors to the best universities in Brazil and the world!

The Double Diploma (Brazilian and Canadian) expands opportunities at universities around the globe, giving a significant difference to the student's curriculum both for professional paths in Brazil and abroad.

What do the students learn?

In order to graduate from Maple Bear High School, students must take at least 25 credits: 12.5 in Portuguese and 12.5 in English. Within the required 25 credits/hour, 18.5 belong to a set of mandatory courses, and 6.5 to a set of elective courses. BILINGUAL EDUCATION In Brazil, Maple Bear schools are classified with the structure of a Brazilian school, bilingual, with an international Canadian curriculum. Students are immersed in different learning contexts, being part of the teaching and learning routine in Portuguese and part in English and French.

1. FIRST LANGUAGE

This first group of classes refers to Portuguese language studies. In the mandatory courses of Years 10, 11 and 12, students will study the literary production of Portuguese-speaking countries in dialogue with other textual genres and artistic references, in addition to deepening their understanding of the grammar of the language. As a complement, we offer elective Text Production courses in Years 10 and 11.~ Required credits: 3

2. ADDITIONAL LANGUAGE

The objective of this group of classes is to deepen the knowledge of the English language developed by the students in the previous segments. For this, they will study new strategies of interpretation and textual production, in addition to working intensively on their oral expression. As electives, group 2 also offers students the possibility of complementing their training with specific courses in academic writing and must choose at least one of the two existing options related to art: Drama or Art History. Required credits: 3.5

3. HUMANITIES

This group of classes focuses on five mandatory courses: Introduction to Geography and Sociology (Years 10 and 11), Introduction to History and Philosophy (Years 10 and 11) and History of Brazil (Year 12), which focus on the main concepts of these fronts. In addition, students have the opportunity to deepen their knowledge through courses such as Global Issues: Citizenship and Sustainability. To complete High School, students must take at least 1 elective credit from this group. Required credits: 2.5 +_ 1 elective

4. SCIENCES

The exploration of science at Maple Bear's High School begins with the compulsory subjects in the areas of Physics, Chemistry and Biology in Year 10 and then continues with elective courses on the same fronts in Years 11 and 12. students need to take at least 4 elective credits from this group. Required credits: 1.5 + 4 elective courses.

5. MATHEMATICS: STATISTICS and PROBABILITY

In this group of classes, students will develop not only their understanding of the areas of Mathematics, but also apply mathematical processes to solve real-life problems. In addition to the Essential Mathematics courses (10, 11 and 12), they can optionally delve into advanced mathematics in the Statistics and Probability and Calculus courses. Mandatory credits: 4

PERSONAL + CORE GROWTH and RESEARCH

Essential group of classes for the personal development of Maple Bear students towards a successful future. In it, students acquire the necessary skills to become conscientious citizens, make important decisions and prepare for a profession or higher education of choice. Its courses include Physical Ed and Health (10). Leadership (10 and 11), Career Study (10), Vocational Guidance (11 and 12), Independent Studies and Community Service (Core). Required credits: 2

Why Choose Canadian Methodology?

Canada is a constant presence in the first ranks of the International Student Assessment Program (PISA), these results reinforce the certainty that Maple Bear is on the right path and also, that it offers children the best that Canadian education can provide. In addition, Canada stands out not only in English language studies, but also as a world leader in bilingual education, and it is an inclusive and multicultural country, which are essential aspects of future leaders' education.

Teaching Program

Maple Bear brings the excellence of Canadian education to all students. Through the original teaching program. It is based on best classroom practices and evidence from recent research in the fields of neuroscience and cognitive psychology.

Benefits of a Bilingual Education

At Maple Bear, students begin learning English in preschool using a student-focused, immersive English learning system based on Canadian educational pedagogy and best practices. The development of the English language brings various benefits to young students, such as:

  • Better concentration, analytical skills and multitasking abilities;
  • Greater sense of self-esteem and identity;
  • Ability to live abroad and learn other foreign languages;
  • Exposure to more than one culture, which leads to a global perspective;
  • Development of socio-emotional skills.

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