CAS

CAS and Activities - Click here for direct link to photos on Flickr

All students in the High School have the opportunity to engage in an exciting and diverse range of co-curricular activities. These activities encourage a broad learning experience outside of the classroom. They develop student leadership and promote contribution to school life and the wider community. All activities are supported by faculty members who coach, encourage and facilitate learning. The activities offered include, sports, the arts, music, student government, clubs, councils, honor societies, publications and distinct service learning activities such as ICARE and Saturday Service. To develop the importance and recognition of co-curricular activities, the High School will follow the aims and objectives of the International Baccalaureate CAS programme. CAS stands for Creativity, Action and Service (the details of which are explained later). CAS objectives can be met through a variety of activities offered in ISM and as well as through external activities approved by ISM. The emphasis of CAS is to create real learning experiences, develop positive interactions, and encourage personal improvement. Students should produce sound reflections and be able to apply their learning to new challenges. CAS supports the school’s mission statement, school-wide goals and develops experiential learning. Students’ progress will be indicated by the number of hours they acquired, but their focus should be upon the quality of the learning experience they have had.