Academics

Academics

Academics

Our curriculum

The curriculum framework is based on the ALTIS philosophy of education, designed for
independent study, family focus, and at-home learning, providing both freedom of choice and
instructional guidance. The core subjects provide a foundation for 21st-century learning skills
and academic content for international instruction and evaluation.

ALTIS curriculum blends the academic standards from the Tennessee Department of
Education and Common Core with NCPSA, ISEI, and MSA-CESS standards and allows families
to enrich the ALTIS curriculum with extra courses/electives of their choice. The Bible standards
cover general Christian values, Bible stories, Christian history, or comparative study of religions.

Teaching and learning combine printed or electronic materials, hybrid learning, live classes, and on-site final evaluation. The school schedule includes both synchronous (mentorship)
and asynchronous (self-paced) classes, with flexibility throughout the school year.

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ALTIS core subjects span across levels and areas of instruction, structured to meet students’ age-appropriate needs:

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PreK (4/5 years old)

Areas of Development:

• Social & emotional development

• Language & communication development

• Cognitive development (learning, thinking, problem-solving)

• Movement & physical development

• Character development

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Kindergarten (6/7 years old) - Grade 4

Language Arts

Modern Language

Mathematics

Science

Social Studies

Health, Physical Education and Wellness

Bible

Life skills

Fine Arts (Music, Visual Arts)

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Grades 5-8

Language Arts

Modern Language

Mathematics

Science

Social Studies

Health, Physical Education and Wellness

Bible

Life Skills

Fine Arts (Music, Visual Arts)

Computer Education

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Grade 9

Language Arts

Modern Language

Mathematics

Science

Social Studies

Health, Physical Education and Wellness

Bible

Vocational Studies

Life Skills

Fine Arts (Music, Visual Arts)

Computer Education

PSAT 8/9 Standardized Testing

ALTIS students are encouraged to understand evaluation/ assessment as an integral part of learning. During the enrollment process, they will receive an Assessment Handbook that will present a broader picture of the instruments, platforms, materials, and principles for evaluation.
The assessment is based on academic standards, not on specific educational material. ALTIS guides in choosing textbooks or educational platforms and offers several examples of valuable
sources, but it is the family that ultimately selects the material to be used, according to the student’s specific needs and learning styles. Mentors are available to help in making decisions if necessary. Altis grants free access to the IXL platform for their students, the account expenses being covered by the school.

Starting from 9th grade and throughout high school, Altis students will take the SAT Suite standardized examinations. The fees for the exams will be covered by the family.

School Calendar 2023-2024

Opening of the school year: September 4, 2023
Classes:4 September - 25 October 2023
Mini-holiday: 26 - 29 October 2023
Classes: 30 October - 29 November 2023
Holidays: 30 November - 1 December
Classes: 4 - 22 December 2023
Winter break: 23 December 2023 - 7 January 2024
Classes: 8 January - 27 February 2024
Day off: 24 January 2023
Mini-holiday: 28 February - 3 March, 2024
Classes: 4 March - 26 April 2024
Spring break: 27 April - 7 May 2024
Classes: 8 May - 7 June 2024
End of the school year evaluation (Brasov, Romania): June 10-21, 2024