Secondary School

The secondary program at QSI Haiphong prepares students for colleges and universities in the United States or across the globe. Classes are individualized, closely monitored, and supervised on campus. The rigorous academic program offers a well-rounded educational program that consists of Mathematics, Science (Biology, Physics, and Chemistry), World Cultural Studies, History, Economics, Literature, Writing, Art, Music, Physical Education, Foreign Language, and Technology.

Each student is required to complete a year-long research project in the last year of their Secondary program. Secondary students may attain an Advanced Placement (AP) Capstone Diploma.

Students receive the support needed to prepare for the demands of college, receiving guidance on careers, college entrance requirements, and SAT test preparation.

Beyond academics, secondary students are encouraged to engage in a wide-range of extracurricular activities, as well as student-oriented service learning projects.

Weekly Schedule

QSI Diplomas

Academic Diploma

This diploma is a college or university preparatory course of study. Students who satisfactorily complete this program should expect admission into an American college or university, or universities in other countries.

A total of 240 Credits (including electives) is required for this diploma.

Minimum Requirements by Department

English (80 credits)

20 - Literature (Literature I & II)
20 - Writing (I & II) or demonstrated competency
10 - American Literature
10 - British Literature
10 - Research Project
10 - Technology

Mathematics (30 credits)

10 - Algebra
10 - Geometry
10 - Mathematics elective

Science (30 credits)

10 - Physical Science
10 - Biology
10 - Science elective

Cultural Studies (40 credits)

10 - World Geography
10 - Modern World History
10 - US-History
5 - World Governments
5 - Economics

Personal Health (20 credits)

10 - Wellness
10 - Physical Education elective

Languages Other than English (20 credits)

20 in one language or demonstrated competencies in a second language

Creative and Applied Arts (10 credits required)

These can be a collection of credits from secondary courses such as: Art I & II, Music, Photography, Drama, etc.

Academic Diploma with Honors

This is the most advanced diploma offered by Quality Schools International. Requirements are the same as The Academic Diploma but with the condition that the credits include at least two Advanced Placement (AP) courses (ten credits each) or at least two International Baccalaureate (higher level) courses.

A total of 240 credits (including electives) is required for this diploma.

General Diploma

This is available to students experiencing time restraints or other challenges that make it impractical to pursue an academic diploma. It is only available to students who are in their fourth year of secondary studies or who will turn 18 years old no later than 30 October following their graduation. This diploma is designed for students requiring a sound general secondary education.

A total of 220 credits (including electives) is required for this diploma.

Minimum Requirements by Department

English (50 credits)

20 - Literature (Literature I & II)
20 - Writing (I & II) or demonstrated competency
10 - Technology

Mathematics (20 credits)

10 - Algebra
10 - Mathematics elective

Science (20 credits)

10 - Physical Science OR Science Applications
10 - Biology OR Microbiology / Environmental Science

Cultural Studies (30 credits)

10 - World Geography
10 - Modern World History
10 - Cultural Studies electives

Personal Health (20 credits)

10 - Wellness
10 - Physical Education elective

Languages Other than English (20 credits)

20 in one language or demonstrated competencies in a second language.

Creative and Applied Arts (10 credits required)

Ten units of credit will be required in the area of Creative and Applied Arts. These ten units can be a collection of credits from secondary courses such as: Art, Music, Photography, Drama, etc.

Additional Diplomas

In collaboration with QVS (QSI Virtual Schools), QSI Haiphong is proud to offer the AP Capstone program. This program engages students in high level academic work through in-depth research using problem solving, collaboration, and communication skills. With a seminar, an individually crafted research project, and the opportunity to earn college credit, the AP Capstone program equips students with the skills to stand out in a competitive world.

AP Program

QSI Haiphong is proud to offer the IB Program. This program provides an opportunity for motivated and ambitious students to challenge themselves academically by engaging in a rigorous course of study. Our IB Program offers both the full diploma program as well as certificates available in the areas of Language and Literature, Language Acquisition, Individuals and Societies, Sciences, and Mathematics. With this study, students are encouraged to develop critical and creative thinking skills, as well as ethical and responsible global citizenship. It is our goal that our students make the most of this well renowned program to prepare them for the demands of postsecondary education.

IB Program

Languages Other Than English

Extra-Curricular Activities

At QSI Haiphong, secondary students are able to participate in a variety of extra-curriculuar activities throughout the year. While the program is still growing we aim to provide students with different clubs, sports and activities each quintile. Check out the list of extra-curricular activities below:

Volleyball
Soccer
Basketball
Badminton
MUN (Model United Nations)
Student Council
Vietnamese Lunch Club
WWE - Week Without Walls

Success Orientations

Many think of school in terms of the ‘Academics.’ QSI feels it is equally important that the often hidden part of the curriculum is a vital part of the entire QSI school experience. QSI calls these the Success Orientations.

Success for All  is the motto of Quality Schools International. This is more than just a slogan. Research indicates, and our experience confirms, that successful people have developed personal orientations that lead to success. Personal habits, the ability to interact successfully with others, reliability, responsibility, diligent work habits, promptness, keeping your word, kindness, and other factors in this realm are at least as important as the knowledge one learns and the competencies one gains. Success in these orientations rests first and foremost in the home; however, the success orientations are actively encouraged and taught in virtually all areas of the QSI school curriculum with the view of making them a vital part of one’s life pattern. The role of QSI is to reinforce these efforts of the home.

Success Orientation behaviors are evaluated independently from academic assessments. They are given solely on the basis of student performance in the specified outcomes. The seven Success Orientations are:

♦ Responsibility

♦ Trustworthiness

♦ Group Interaction

♦ Aesthetic Appreciation

♦ Kindness and Politeness

♦ Independent Endeavor

♦ Concern for Others

In This Section

QSI Haiphong has made me feel welcome. It is a place where I feel as though people can accept me for who I am.

-QSI 15 year old student,
Secondary Program