Welcome to the TIS High School!
In our high school, our teachers challenge students to become critical thinkers and expert communicators, while effectively differentiating instruction to various levels of behavioral and academic support. Students who wish to explore college-level academic subjects can choose from 17 different Advanced Placement (AP) courses. Furthermore, we welcome students that are interested in visual and performing arts to our many classrooms, music suite and auditorium to develop their talents and express their passions.
We welcome you to the high school division, where over 130 students are pursuing a four-year college-preparatory program of study.
Mr. James Delzer
Secondary Principal




Advanced Placement (AP)
At TIS, we are fully committed to each student’s academic and personal success and we believe that access to challenging and rigorous curriculum, such as the Advanced Placement® program, plays an important role in that success. We also know that taking an AP course helps students build critical thinking skills, confidence, and the essential time management and study skills needed for college success.
Our experienced AP teachers are fully trained and certified by the College Board, have full access to the latest AP resources and keep up with current information regarding AP. Not only are the trained to teach course content well but they also teach students the required skills to excel in their AP exams. This effective teaching method is reflected in that on average 90% of our students who took AP courses over the last 5 years have scored a 3 or higher.
College and Career Planning
College is an important stage in life, and we recognize that it is a stepping stone towards a bigger world. In order to best guide and prepare our students, TIS provides college counseling in a one-on-one setting in addition to a summative class. Our goal is to help each student determine a field of study that best prepares them for their future career. To achieve this goal, students are provided information from Universities all over the world. As so many University options exist, we personally assist students as they navigate their choices. In addition to University guidance, student progress is systematically monitored to encourage improvement in their academics and standardized assessments. As we individually assist each student, we are confident they will be well-prepared as strong university candidates.
University Planning Overview
Grade 10
Semester 1
- Take the PSAT/NMSQT (Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test)
- Register online for MyRoad
Semester 2
- Review Stanford Achievement Test and PSAT scores
- Plan world or community summer service projects
- Plan junior year courses
- Search for scholarships and financial aid
Grade 11
Semester 1
- Schedule a pre-college planning session with the school counselor
- Take the PSAT/NMSQT
- Attend a college fair at local schools and visit college websites
- Take the SAT I (Reasoning Test), SAT II (Subject Tests) and ACT as necessary
Semester 2
- Take a TOEFL prep class
- Take the SAT I (Reasoning Test) and ACT as necessary
- Use My College Quickstart.com
- Search potential college websites
- Target weak academic areas to focus on during summer
- Obtain recommended reading for college preparation
- Plan university campus visits
Grade 12
Semester 1
- Review college transcript
- Attend college fairs
- Complete scholarship and financial aid applications
- Complete college applications by Dec. 1
- Take the SAT I (Reasoning Test), SAT II (Subject Tests), ACT and TOEFL as necessary
Semester 2
- U.S. citizens file the FAFSA for financial aid (Available in January)
- Confirm that colleges have received your 1st semester grades
- Decide which college to attend
University List
- Boston University
- Carnegie Mellon University
- Columbia University
- Cooper Union
- Cornell University
- Duke University
- Ecole Hoteliere de Lausanne
- Emory University
- Fu Dan University
- Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology
- Korea University
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology
- New York University
- Parsons School of Design
- Seoul National University
- Stanford University
- The Chinese University of Hong Kong
- The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
- The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
- University of the Arts London
- University of British Columbia
- University of California, Berkeley
- University of California, Los Angeles
- University of Canberra
- University of Hong Kong
- Waseda University
- Yale
- Yonsei University
Grade 10
Semester 1
- Take the PSAT/NMSQT (Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test)
- Register online for MyRoad
Semester 2
- Review Stanford Achievement Test and PSAT scores
- Plan world or community summer service projects
- Plan junior year courses
- Search for scholarships and financial aid
Grade 11
Semester 1
- Schedule a pre-college planning session with the school counselor
- Take the PSAT/NMSQT
- Attend a college fair at local schools and visit college websites
- Take the SAT I (Reasoning Test), SAT II (Subject Tests) and ACT as necessary
Semester 2
- Take a TOEFL prep class
- Take the SAT I (Reasoning Test) and ACT as necessary
- Use My College Quickstart.com
- Search potential college websites
- Target weak academic areas to focus on during summer
- Obtain recommended reading for college preparation
- Plan university campus visits
Grade 12
Semester 1
- Review college transcript
- Attend college fairs
- Complete scholarship and financial aid applications
- Complete college applications by Dec. 1
- Take the SAT I (Reasoning Test), SAT II (Subject Tests), ACT and TOEFL as necessary
Semester 2
- U.S. citizens file the FAFSA for financial aid (Available in January)
- Confirm that colleges have received your 1st semester grades
- Decide which college to attend
University List
- Boston University
- Carnegie Mellon University
- Columbia University
- Cooper Union
- Cornell University
- Duke University
- Ecole Hoteliere de Lausanne
- Emory University
- Fu Dan University
- Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology
- Korea University
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology
- New York University
- Parsons School of Design
- Seoul National University
- Stanford University
- The Chinese University of Hong Kong
- The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
- The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
- University of the Arts London
- University of British Columbia
- University of California, Berkeley
- University of California, Los Angeles
- University of Canberra
- University of Hong Kong
- Waseda University
- Yale
- Yonsei University
CO-CURRICULAR
At TIS, we believe that co-curricular activities are an important part of education that extends beyond the classroom. Co-curricular activities provide motivation for learning, character building, physical growth, and creativity while developing confidence and educating the whole child. Students who are involved in co-curricular opportunities become more invested in the school experience, therefore increasing the opportunity for higher academic performance and social well-being.
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