Academics / Core Courses

核心課程

Core courses form the academic foundation of every student’s journey at HWIS. Students develop knowledge, communication, inquiry, creativity, problem-solving, and independent learning skills as they progress from broad foundations to more advanced study.

Grades 7–9

Junior Core Courses

Junior students build a broad academic foundation while developing confidence, curiosity, communication, and effective study habits.

English and Languages

Students become more confident readers, writers, speakers, and listeners while learning to communicate clearly and engage with different cultures and perspectives.

Literature Language Arts Speaking Chinese Literature Spanish

Mathematics

Mathematics develops logical reasoning, accuracy, and problem-solving through the study of algebra, geometry, patterns, and data.

Algebra 1 Geometry Algebra 2 Introduction to Statistics

Sciences

Science encourages curiosity, investigation, and evidence-based thinking through scientific concepts, practical activities, and data analysis.

General Science Biology

Humanities and Social Sciences

Students explore people, places, societies, and the forces that shape the world while strengthening research and analytical skills.

Physical Geography Human Geography Thematic History Introduction to Psychology Financial Literacy

Arts and Technology

Arts and technology encourage students to imagine, design, create, and communicate while developing creativity and practical skills.

Visual Arts Art Music Robotics Technology

Physical Education

Physical Education supports fitness, coordination, teamwork, resilience, healthy habits, and an appreciation for active living.

Physical Education
Grades 10–12

Senior Core Courses

Senior students deepen their subject knowledge and strengthen the analytical, research, communication, and independent learning skills needed for advanced study and college preparation.

English and Communication

Students interpret increasingly complex texts, construct supported arguments, and refine their academic reading, writing, discussion, and presentation skills.

Literature Language Arts

Mathematics

Senior mathematics develops advanced reasoning, precision, and analytical problem-solving through algebra, functions, precalculus, and calculus.

Algebra 2 Precalculus Calculus

Sciences

Senior science courses develop deeper understanding of matter, energy, forces, and Earth systems through scientific reasoning, investigation, and data interpretation.

Chemistry Physics Organic Chemistry Geology

Humanities and Social Sciences

Students examine historical, social, political, and economic issues while learning to evaluate evidence and communicate informed arguments.

Thematic History Sociology Politics U.S. History Finance

Physical Education

Physical Education continues to develop fitness, teamwork, discipline, physical competence, and responsibility for personal health and well-being.

Physical Education

Elective Studies

Senior students may personalize their academic program by choosing electives connected to their interests, strengths, and future study goals.

選修課程

Building foundations for future pathways

Core courses support students from Grade 7 through Grade 12 and prepare them for advanced pathways, elective study, and future college and university preparation.

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