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Preparation for mature and
productive citizenship
The Senior School, grades nine, ten and eleven,
maintains the homeroom organization begun in the Middle School. Homeroom
teachers continue the mentoring process with the aim of developing greater
personal autonomy. In addition, each grade is guided by a level adviser whose primary role is
to offer guidance and leadership. At the senior level, our program
is anchored on the twin principals of academic achievement and personal
development.
Senior
students are encouraged to master the academic disciplines as well as the
individual qualities that will prepare them for mature, productive
citizenship. Beyond the classroom, co-curricular activities help students
to develop self-confidence, a sense of responsibility, strong community
spirit and lasting friendships.
  
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ADVANCED LIBERAL ARTS CURRICULUM
 The Senior School
offers a challenging academic program and a rich co-educational school
life. Kuper’s liberal arts curriculum is centered on the study of mathematics, pure sciences,
literature, languages and history.
A dynamic fine arts program provides an outlet for creative expression and Kuper’s in-depth physical education program
encourages lifelong physical fitness.
At the senior level,
increased emphasis is placed on preparation for
post secondary studies. Accelerated courses help motivate and challenge
while unique options open up a variety of learning experiences. Whether
studying the minute universe of the atom, reading classics from Shakespeare
and Cervantes or pondering the importance of la coutume
de Paris in our introductory law option, students can face their post
secondary education with confidence and optimism.
Advanced courses in
math and science make it possible for Kuper graduates to pursue a wide
variety of post secondary studies. The English program exposes students to
the canon of Western literature encouraging them to confront the great
questions of our time. Those who are scientifically inclined may choose
from courses in higher mathematics, robotics, physics and chemistry, while
others may pursue philosophy, law, world history, art, drama or outdoor education.
The use of
technology in the presentation of assignments and research is integrated into the curriculum and is included in
homework expectations.
Upon successful
completion of their studies in secondary III, IV and V, Senior School
graduates earn the Quebec High School Leaving Certificate.
LANGUAGE,
THE CORNERSTONE OF A KUPER EDUCATION
 While the secondary school
curriculum is offered in English, fluency in
French remains a priority and the program is tailored to suit a
student’s individual proficiency.
Secondary IV students
who are sufficiently proficient may complete the secondary French
requirement one year early and write the langue maternelle exam in
secondary V. Upon successful completion of this exam
they are granted a Certificate of Bilingualism by the Academy. Many of our
students enter high school already knowing several languages and graduate
mastering even more.
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CAMPUS LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
Senior School students participate in many
learning activities outside the school. Budding scientist are involved in
various science fairs sponsored by both universities and industries.
A special advanced
biology program has been created in partnership
with a marine biology institute in Saint Andrew’s, New Brunswick. Unique field trips take
students to interesting and stimulating places.
From the shores of Mistissini in Quebec’s
Cree territory, to the museums of Florence,
Kuper students have become citizens of the world.
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