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Aug 16

DP Psychology SL

The course provides students with an understanding of the interaction of biological, cognitive and sociocultural influences on human behavior. Students are encouraged to adopt an integrative approach based on scientific and investigative methods. The areas of psychology that will be addressed during the first year include the physiological origins of human behavior, language and thinking, memory, emotion, and sociocultural interaction. During the second year, students will learn more about ab... Read More

Posted by Steven Russell at Aug 16

11th grade 12th grade DP Individuals & Societies

Aug 16

Math, PK

In PK-4th grade, we use the Everyday Math curriclum from the University of Chicago. In PK, math skills focus include number recognition and counting. Building upon these foundational skills, PK students also learn to connect numbers to quantities through one-to-one correspondence and even beginning concepts of adding together and taking away. All of this is taught through both direct instruction small group lessons and incorporated organically in daily routines such as group time, work time, ... Read More

Posted by Steven Russell at Aug 16

Math pk3 PYP

Aug 16

Math, JK

In Junior Kindergarten, math skills include building on previous knowledge. By taking number recognition and counting to a new level, students apply their learning and explore deeper concepts such as operations, measurement, graphing, higher level patterning, and positions and spatial relationships. All of this is taught through both direct instruction small group lessons and incorporated organically in daily routines such as group time, work time, and free play with classroom manipulatives. ... Read More

Posted by Steven Russell at Aug 16

jk Math PYP

Aug 16

Math, SK

Students continue to build on mathematical skills from the previous school year, and practice skills as well as gain new skills through math centers. All activities are taught through large and small groups as well as partner games to practice skills as well as work one-on-one with their teacher. Topics covered include numeration, operations and computation, data and chance, measurement, geometry and patterns, functions and algebra. Specific skills for this grade can be found at http://everyd... Read More

Posted by Steven Russell at Aug 16

Math PYP sk

Aug 16

Math 5

This course is aligned with the National Standards for fifth-grade mathematics and focuses on three critical areas. First, the students will become skilled at the addition and subtraction of fractions. They will continue to develop an understanding of the multiplication of fractions and learn to do some simple division of fractions. The students use the meaning of fractions, multiplication and division to understand why the processes for multiplying and dividing fractions make sense. Second, ... Read More

Posted by Steven Russell at Aug 16

5th Grade Math MYP

Aug 16

Math 6

Sixth Grade Math focuses primarily on four areas. First, the sixth-grade math student will continue to build on fifth-grade fractional concepts and relationships and expand on their understanding of fractional division. In addition, the student will extend their understanding of the number system and quantities to include working with rational numbers such as signed integers. They will also apply reasoning about order and absolute value with regard to the location on the coordinate plane. Als... Read More

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6th Grade Math MYP

Aug 16

Math 7

Seventh-grade integrated math focuses on building skills in all five of the mathematics standards – Number System, Algebra, Geometry, and Statistics and Probability. We will focus on building computation skills, problem-solving strategies, improving communication with a mathematical focus, and reflecting upon the findings. The course will stress the essential role of mathematics within the school and in society: mathematics as a universal language, promoting analytical reasoning and pro... Read More

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7th grade Math MYP

Aug 16

Math, Grade 1

Students continue to build on mathematical skills from the previous school year, and practice skills as well as gain new skills through math centers. All activities are taught through large and small groups as well as partner games to practice skills as well as work one-on-one with their teacher. Topics covered include numeration, operations and computation, data and chance, measurement, geometry and patterns, functions and algebra. Specific skills for this grade can be found at http://everyd... Read More

Posted by Steven Russell at Aug 16

1st grade Math PYP

Aug 16

Math, Grade 2

Math- Students continue to build on mathematical skills from the previous school year, and practice skills as well as gain new skills through math centers. All activities are taught through large and small groups as well as partner games to practice skills as well as work one-on-one with their teacher. Topics covered include numeration, operations and computation, data and chance, measurement, geometry and patterns, functions and algebra. Specific skills for this grade can be found at http://... Read More

Posted by Steven Russell at Aug 16

2nd grade Math PYP

Aug 16

Math, Grade 3

Math- Students continue to build on mathematical skills from the previous school year, and practice skills as well as gain new skills through math centers. All activities are taught through large and small groups as well as partner games to practice skills as well as work one-on-one with their teacher. Topics covered include numeration, operations and computation, data and chance, measurement, geometry and patterns, functions and algebra. Specific skills for this grade can be found at http://... Read More

Posted by Steven Russell at Aug 16

3rd grade Math PYP

Aug 16

Math, Grade 4

Students continue to build on mathematical skills from the previous school year, and practice skills as well as gain new skills through math centers. All activities are taught through large and small groups as well as partner games to practice skills as well as work one-on-one with their teacher. Topics covered include numeration, operations and computation, data and chance, measurement, geometry and patterns, functions and algebra. Specific skills for this grade can be found at http://everyd... Read More

Posted by Steven Russell at Aug 16

4th grade Math PYP

Aug 16

Math 8

Eighth Grade Math is the culminating integrated mathematics course for Middle School students to prepare them for high school level courses. The course is an integrated, spiraling approach to several branches of mathematics. It builds on what students learned in grades 5-7 mathematics courses and delves deeper into the different branches. Students further explore topics in the Number System, Expressions and Equations, Functions-this begins the formal study of functions, Geometry, and Statisti... Read More

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8th grade Math MYP

Aug 16

Math 9 SL

The MYP Math SL course is an integrated math course that will provide students with the background information leading to the rigorous study of math at the DP level in 11th grade. This course concentrates on mathematics that includes topics from algebra, geometry, statistics, probability, financial math and trigonometry. In each of the areas, the focus is on learning basic techniques and then applying them in higher-order problem-solving. The integrated approach allows skills learned in previ... Read More

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9th grade Math MYP

Aug 16

Math 9 HL

The MYP Math HL course is an integrated math course that will provide students with the background information leading to the rigorous study of math at the DP level in 11th grade. This course is designed for the student who has shown a propensity towards math and thus can move at a faster pace than the standard level. This course concentrates on mathematics that includes topics from algebra, geometry, statistics, probability, financial math and trigonometry. Additional topics in variation, tw... Read More

Posted by Steven Russell at Aug 16

9th grade Math MYP

Aug 16

Math 10 SL

The MYP Math SL course is an integrated math course that will provide students with the presumed knowledge required for the IB course Mathematics SL. This course will prepare the student for the rigor and type of math that they will study in their DP course. This course concentrates on mathematics that includes advanced algebra techniques, coordinate geometry extended to three dimensions, advanced trigonometry including identities, probability and statistics, applications of exponents and log... Read More

Posted by Steven Russell at Aug 16

10th grade Math MYP

Aug 16

DP Mathematics: Applications and Interpretations SL

The DP Mathematics: Applications and Interpretations SL course is designed for students with varied backgrounds and abilities. More specifically, it is designed to build confidence and encourage an appreciation of mathematics and the use of math in the real world. Students taking this course need to be already equipped with fundamental skills and a rudimentary knowledge of basic processes in mathematics. This course concentrates on mathematics that can be applied to contexts related as far as... Read More

Posted by Steven Russell at Aug 16

11th grade 12th grade DP Math

Aug 16

DP Mathematics: Applications and Interpretations HL

The DP Mathematics: Applications and Interpretations HL course is designed for students who are interested in describing the real world and solving practical problems using mathematics. They should also be interested in using technology alongside mathematics to develop and use models of real world situations. Students taking this course should have strong mathematics fundamentals and a sound understanding of algebra. This course is intended to meet the needs of students whose interest in mat... Read More

Posted by Steven Russell at Aug 16

11th grade 12th grade DP Math

Aug 16

DP Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches SL

The DP Mathematics SL: Analysis and Approaches course is designed for students who already possess knowledge of basic mathematical concepts, and who intend to pursue mathematics at university or college subjects that have a large mathematical content. It is for students who enjoy a theoretical approach to mathematics and also enjoy problem solving and exploring real and abstract applications with and without the use of technology. This course focuses on introducing important mathematical conc... Read More

Posted by Steven Russell at Aug 16

11th grade 12th grade DP Math

Aug 16

DP Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches HL

The emphasis of DP Math HL: Analysis and Approaches is the study and use of analytic methods with an in depth study of advanced calculus – appropriate for pure mathematicians, engineers, scientists, economists, and those with an interest in analytic methods. This subject is aimed at students who will go on to study subjects with substantial mathematics content such as mathematics itself, engineering, physical sciences, or some economics courses.The nature of the subject is such that it ... Read More

Posted by Steven Russell at Aug 16

11th grade 12th grade DP Math

Aug 16

Science, PK3 - SK

In PK3-SK, science is incorporated into the Units of Inquiry. When applicable, our science expert, Dr. Frassinelli, visits the EC classes and participates in experiments with them in their classrooms. Read More

Posted by Steven Russell at Aug 16

jk pk3 PYP Science sk

Aug 16

Science, Grade 1 - Grade 4

Students in grades 1-4 connect their classroom science learning through units of inquiry and apply their knowledge when they go to the LS science lab 2 times in a 7 day rotation. Our experienced science teacher, Dr. Frassinelli, guides students through a science teaching model that includes hands-on science labs and partner work. It truly becomes one of our LS students’ highlights of their day. Read More

Posted by Steven Russell at Aug 16

1st grade 2nd grade 3rd grade 4th grade PYP Science

Aug 16

Integrated Science, Grade 5

The fifth-grade year is an introduction to the big three areas of science covered throughout the Middle Years Programme, which are Life Science, Earth Science, and Physical Science. This year, students will gain an overall perspective on scientific inquiry, along with the processes of experimentation and measurement. Students will need to collaborate, ponder, question, examine closely and be prepared to try multiple avenues in order to grasp the concepts we shall face throughout the course of... Read More

Posted by Steven Russell at Aug 16

5th Grade MYP Science

Aug 16

Earth Science, Grade 6

Sixth-grade students will be learning Earth and Space Science. The Earth and Space Curricula includes three major sections: Geology, Weather and Climate, and Space. Throughout the year, students will actively engage in these three topics in conjunction with the MYP Year 1 science curriculum. While exploring geology, students will have the opportunity to explore major geologic topics including, but not limited to, the rock cycle, mineral and rock identification, geologic mapping, plate tectoni... Read More

Posted by Steven Russell at Aug 16

6th Grade MYP Science

Aug 16

Life Science, Grade 7

In seventh grade Life Science, the students explore three disciplinary core ideas 1) From  Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes 2) Heredity: Inheritance and Variation of Traits, and 4) Biological Evolution: Unity and Diversity. They will study topics such as characteristics of living things, classification, cell transport, photosynthesis, cellular respiration, human body systems, and genetics. Throughout each unit, the students participate in a variety of hands-on activities and ... Read More

Posted by Steven Russell at Aug 16

7th grade MYP Science

Aug 16

Physical Science, Grade 8

Physical science investigates the relationships between matter and energy, exploring introductory concepts from both physics and chemistry. Students will be studying chemistry topics such as the structure and properties of matter, the periodic table, and chemical reactions. Physics topics include electricity and magnetism. Newton’s laws of motion, and energy conservation. Throughout the course, students will continue to practice scientific inquiry including the s... Read More

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8th grade MYP Science

Aug 16

Biology SL, Grade 9

Biology SL: The Biology SL curriculum is designed as an entry-level course that gives students an opportunity to develop a working knowledge of biological concepts. It is designed to prepare them for college-level courses in biological sciences. Topics include cell structure and function, the chemistry of life, cellular division, and genetics. Students will be challenged to use critical thinking skills to solve problems presented in a laboratory setting. The course emphasizes uniformity as we... Read More

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9th grade MYP Science

Aug 16

Biology HL, Grade 9

While covering essentially the same core materials taught in Biology SL, the Biology HL goes into greater depth. Cellular processes are examined in detail, with additional time spent on chemical pathways of key processes, applied genetic studies and immunology. As in Biology SL, students will be challenged to use critical thinking skills to solve problems presented in a laboratory setting. The course emphasizes uniformity as well as diversity among organisms. It also provides exposure to the ... Read More

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9th grade MYP Science

Aug 16

Chemistry HL, Grade 10

incoming 10th graders Math and Biology (minimum) grade requirement 93 in SL Math and/or Biology or a 90 in HL Math and/or Biology and recommendation This course is designed for the student who might be interested in pursuing a science major in college and/or a career in the sciences. The course content is similar to Pre-Diploma Chemistry SL, except that this course is designed to provide an in-depth understanding of fundamentals and the course content is covered at an accelerated pace.... Read More

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10th grade 9th grade MYP Science

Aug 16

Chemistry Studies, Grade 10

Prerequisite: Biology SL, Biology HL (with approval) This course is designed to prepare the student for college chemistry by providing the student with a fundamental understanding of the composition and structure of matter and the changes it undergoes. Content from this survey course includes atomic structure, reactions, stoichiometry, gas laws, solutions, thermodynamics, organic chemistry and acid-base. Analytical thought is developed through the application of problem-solving skills to chem... Read More

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10th grade MYP Science

Aug 16

Physics SL

Prerequisite: Chemistry HL, Chemistry Studies (11th and 12th), Chemistry SL (11th & 12th) Math (minimum) grade requirement 90 in 9th-grade math SL OR an 85 in 9th-grade math HL Science (minimum) grade, pre and co-requirements 90 in 9th grade biology SL or HL and recommendation Physics SL provides a broad overview of introductory-level physics topics that include: one-dimensional and two-dimensional motion (or projectile motion) with motion graphs, classical mechanics and analysis... Read More

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10th grade 11th grade MYP Science

Aug 16

Physics HL

Prerequsite: Chemistry HL Math (minimum) grade requirement 95 in 9th-grade math SL OR a 90 in 9th-grade math HL Science (minimum) grade, pre and co-requirements 90 in 9th-grade biology SL or HL and recommendation Physics HL provides an in-depth overview of introductory-level physics topics that include: one-dimensional and two-dimensional motion (or projectile motion) with motion graphs, classical mechanics and analysis using Newton's laws, conservation of momentum, conservation of energy... Read More

Posted by Steven Russell at Aug 16

10th grade MYP Science

Aug 16

Chemistry SL

incoming 10th graders Math and Biology (minimum) grade requirement 80 in 9th grade SL Math and SL Biology and recommendation This course is designed to prepare the student for college chemistry by providing the student with a fundamental understanding of the composition and structure of matter and the changes it undergoes. Content from this survey course includes atomic structure, reactions, stoichiometry, gas laws, solutions, thermodynamics, organic chemistry, and acid-base. Analytical tho... Read More

Posted by Steven Russell at Aug 16

10th grade MYP Science

Aug 16

Anatomy and Physiology

Prerequisite: Chemistry Studies, Chemistry SL Anatomy and Physiology course investigates the structure and function of the human body, the biological structure of living organisms and their components. Students in Anatomy and Physiology course can expect a general overview of the systems and structure of the human body, including the skeletal, muscular, nervous, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, endocrine and reproductive systems. Students will also learn about exercise physiology, hea... Read More

Posted by Steven Russell at Aug 16

11th grade 12th grade Science

Aug 16

DP Sports, Exercise and Health Science SL

Prerequisite: Chemistry Studies, Chemistry SL, Chemistry HL This course incorporates the traditional disciplines of anatomy and physiology, biomechanics, psychology and nutrition and looks at them in the context of sports, exercise and health. Students will cover a range of core and option topics and carry out practical (experimental) investigations in both laboratory and field settings. This will provide an opportunity to acquire the knowledge and understanding necessary to apply scientific ... Read More

Posted by Steven Russell at Aug 16

11th grade 12th grade DP Science

Aug 16

DP Environmental Science and Societies SL

Prerequisite: Chemistry Studies, Chemistry SL Environmental Systems and Societies is an interdisciplinary course which focuses on the interrelationships between environmental systems and societies and gives students the opportunities to assess the scientific, ethical, and political impacts of numerous environmental topics. The eight major areas focused on in the course include: Foundations of environmental systems, Ecosystems and ecology, Biodiversity and conservation, Water and aquatic food ... Read More

Posted by Steven Russell at Aug 16

11th grade 12th grade DP Science

Aug 16

DP Chemistry SL

Chemistry Standard Level (SL) is a course of study that will mirror a first year principle of chemistry course at the college level. Topics that will be covered include basic scientific reasoning and experimental procedures, atomic structure and chemical bonding, reactions, stoichiometry, gas laws, kinetics, thermodynamics, equilibrium, acid/base reactions, electrochemistry, organic chemistry, and nuclear chemistry. SL and HL cover a common core syllabus, a common internal assessment (IA) sc... Read More

Posted by Steven Russell at Aug 16

11th grade 12th grade DP Science

Aug 16

DP Biology SL

Prerequisite: Chemistry SL, Chemistry HL, Physics SL, Physics HL, Further Biology The purpose of this course is to instill in each student an appreciation for and understanding of the global interdependence of all living things; and the exquisite and intricate ecological balance of life on this planet in all its biodiversity. To this end, students will be engaged in laboratory activities covering cellular components and the varied processes which maintain life. Students will also study anato... Read More

Posted by Steven Russell at Aug 16

11th grade 12th grade DP Science

Aug 16

DP Physics SL

Prerequisite: Chemistry SL, Chemistry HL, DP Physics SL, Further Biology Math (minimum) grade requirement 95 in 10th-grade math SL OR a 90 in 10th-grade math HL Science (minimum) grade, pre and co-requirements-- 90 in 9th-grade biology SL or HL, and 90 in 10th-grade chemistry and recommendation DP Standard Level (SL) Physics is a course study that includes Newtonian Mechanics, Thermal Physics, Waves, Electricity and Magnetism, Circular motion, Energy and the environment, and Atomic and Nu... Read More

Posted by Steven Russell at Aug 16

11th grade 12th grade DP Science

Aug 16

DP Computer Science HL

Prerequisite: Chemistry SL, Chemistry HL, Physics SL, Physics HL, Further Biology This course incorporates the traditional disciplines of anatomy and physiology, biomechanics, psychology and nutrition and looks at them in the context of sports, exercise and health. Students will cover a range of core and option topics and carry out practical (experimental) investigations in both laboratory and field settings. This will provide an opportunity to acquire the knowledge and understanding necessar... Read More

Posted by Steven Russell at Aug 16

11th grade 12th grade DP Science

Aug 16

DP Chemistry HL

Prerequisite: Chemistry HL, Physics SL, Physics HL, Further Biology Chemistry Higher Level (HL) is a course of study that will mirror a first-year principle of chemistry course at the college level. Topics that will be covered include basic scientific reasoning and experimental procedures, atomic structure and chemical bonding, reactions, stoichiometry, gas laws, kinetics, thermodynamics, equilibrium, acid/base reactions, electrochemistry, organic chemistry, and nuclear chemistry. SL and HL c... Read More

Posted by Steven Russell at Aug 16

11th grade 12th grade DP Science

Aug 16

DP Physics HL

Math (minimum) grade requirement-- A 90 in 10th-grade math HL Science (minimum) grade, pre and co-requirements-- 90 in 10th-grade chemistry and 90 in 10th grade physics and recommendation DP Higher Level (HL) Physics is a course study that covers all the topics listed in DP SL Physics but to a deeper level. Topics include Newtonian Mechanics, Thermal Physics, Waves, Electricity and Magnetism, Circular Motion, Energy, and Atomic and Nuclear Physics. In addition, DP Physics HL covers topics... Read More

Posted by Steven Russell at Aug 16

11th grade 12th grade DP Science

Aug 16

DP Biology HL

The purpose of this course is to instill in each student an appreciation for and understanding of the global interdependence of all living things; and the exquisite and intricate ecological balance of life on this planet in all its biodiversity. To this end, students will be engaged in laboratory activities covering cellular components and the varied processes which maintain life. Students will also study anatomy and physiology, learning how we function and maintain physical health. In additi... Read More

Posted by Steven Russell at Aug 16

11th grade 12th grade DP Science

Aug 16

DP Environmental Systems and Societies HL

Environmental Systems and Societies is an interdisciplinary course which focuses on the interrelationships between environmental systems and societies and gives students the opportunities to assess the scientific, ethical, and political impacts of numerous environmental topics. The eight major areas focused on in the course include: Foundations of environmental systems, Ecosystems and ecology, Biodiversity and conservation, Water and aquatic food production systems and societies, Soil systems... Read More

Posted by Steven Russell at Aug 16

11th grade 12th grade DP Science

Aug 16

World Languages, PK3 - SK

Lausanne students benefit from daily language instruction. Understanding that the young brain learns new languages at a much higher rate than older, our early childhood students receive daily language instruction. In grades PK-SK, students receive daily Mandarin and Spanish from native speakers. Our world language teachers follow the learning goals of ACTFL (American Council on Teaching of Foreign Language). These national standards are taught under through the “5 C’s”- Comm... Read More

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jk pk3 sk World Languages

Aug 16

World Languages, Grade 1 - Grade 4

All Lausanne Lower school students benefit from daily language instruction. Having gained a strong foundation in both Mandarin and Spanish in the early childhood years, students in grades 1-4 expand on their language skills. In these lower school grades, studetns receive daily Mandarin or Spanish from native speakers through an alternating language scheduled. 1st grade students receive 4 days of Mandarin and 3 days of Spanish instruction of 30 minutes each. Our world language teachers follow ... Read More

Posted by Steven Russell at Aug 16

1st grade 2nd grade 3rd grade 4th grade PYP World Languages

Aug 16

Mandarin, Grade 5

The 5th grade course is designed to builds students' understanding of the Chinese language and culture with themes and subjects that are relevant to their daily lives. Students will learn pinyin, Chinese radicals, strokes, basic greetings and introductions. The lessons are developed for fifth-grade students' level, including listening, speaking, reading and writing (w/basic grammar). Online activities will make learning fun, effective and get self-feedback from lessons. After each lesson, stu... Read More

Posted by Steven Russell at Aug 16

5th Grade MYP World Languages

Aug 16

Mandarin, Grade 6

The 6th grade students are going to review lessons have taken before, and they will keep learning phonetic and writing system (including Chinese radicals and strokes). The course continues to learn the Chinese language and culture with themes and subjects that are relevant to their daily lives. The course focuses on students becoming fluent speakers, more sophisticated listeners through building reading comprehension and the creation of short essays. The online lessons and activities will mak... Read More

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6th Grade MYP World Languages

Aug 16

Mandarin, Grade 7

The goal of the course will keep practicing daily conversations to compare and contrast different cultures around the world. Students will also keep learning word structure, sentence grammar, paragraph structure with comprehensive readings to analyze and be a good problem solver; write short essays with all kinds of topics; understand dialogues by native Chinese speakers with complicated listening. The course will be expected to frequently present your own ideas and understand all examples in... Read More

Posted by Steven Russell at Aug 16

7th grade MYP World Languages