Kunming International Academy

Kunming International Academy
昆明国际学校
Kunming International Academy; 昆明国际学校
Address
	Hu Pan Zhi Meng Xiaoqu, Guang Fu Lu; Kunming, Yunnan; China
Information
Type	Private International School; Christian School
Motto	Shaping Minds, Molding Hearts, Changing Our World.
Established	1994
Principal	Marina Lytle
Faculty	50
Grades	JK-12
Enrollment	65 senior high school; 78 junior high school; 145 elementary school
Campus	Urban
Color(s)	Red, black and white
Accreditation	WASC, NICS
Newspaper	The KIA Post
Yearbook	Recipe For Success
Telephone	+86-871-412-6887
Fax	+86-871-412-6829
Website	www.kia-china.org

Kunming International Academy (Chinese: 昆明国际学校; Wade–Giles: Kun-ming Kuo-ji Hsüeh-hsiao; Hanyu Pinyin: Kunming Guóji Xuéxiào; Literally: Kunming International Academy; Abbreviation KIA) is a private international school in Kunming, China, owned and operated by Oasis International Schools. Founded in 1994, it serves the international community by providing education to expatriate children living in Kunming in English for Pre-Kindergarten-Grade 12. The school has an enrollment of over 300 students from over 20 different countries, including the United States, Korea, Australia, Austria, Benin, Canada, Chile, Denmark, Finland, Italy, Singapore, Hong Kong, Malaysia, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Sweden, Thailand, Taiwan, Japan, Germany, Myanmar, Switzerland, France, and the United Kingdom.

The school uses an American curriculum and is accredited by WASC, the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. It is a member of the Network of International Christian Schools (NICS).

KIA graduates have been accepted at Azusa Pacific University, Baylor University, Biola University, Calvin College, Georgia Institute of Technology, Grand Canyon University, Houghton College, Liberty University, New Mexico State University, Seattle Pacific University, Hong Kong University, Tufts University, University of Florida, and Virginia Commonwealth University among others.

Campus

The current campus is located within the expanse of Hu Pan Zhi Meng Residential Area (Chinese: 湖畔之梦小区; Literally: Lakeside Dreams Residential Area) in southern Kunming. Modern facilities include:

A library media center
Two full science labs equipped with advanced laboratory materials
A 200+ seat theater with orchestra pit and other performance spaces
2 full size computer labs
A 300-meter running track & soccer field shared by
Two outdoor moderately-sized basketball courts
A music room. The only nice room in KIA
1 set of bathroom (male/female) on every floor

Academics

Elementary School

The aim at KIA is to provide high-quality education that challenges, develops, and prepares elementary students in the school for a life of joy and responsibility. There has been a great deal of change and modification over the years that has strengthened this aim for academic excellence. With many qualified and dedicated teachers, the use of diverse teaching methods, and international adaptability, the elementary school is constantly working toward a better school and students. Each teacher has different strengths that enhance the KIA environment. The staff members share common foundational beliefs that create a sound moral fiber that provides a caring and safe place for individual growth.

Senior High & Junior High School

Junior High School

Junior High School (grades 6-8) has the following characteristics:

A “self-contained” school with its own schedule and set of teachers.
Students have homeroom teachers for at least three core classes to create a "secure", small learning community.
During the non-core enrichment classes, grade levels are mixed to create a "larger" junior high school community.
Project-based learning is emphasized during science and social studies courses.
Cross-curricular learning activities are developed and presented
Emphasis of foundational mathematics and English language arts courses, including two "classes" of English language arts at each grade level.

Senior High School

In senior high school (grades 9-12), a greater number of courses and activities are available, including AP courses, Student Government, drama, and various sports. Beyond the required courses, students can select at least two courses they are interested in. To graduate, students are required to fulfill the graduation requirements that prepare them for university study.

AP Courses:

AP Chemistry _ dui
AP Biology
AP English Language/Composition
AP Calculus AB

Honors Courses:

Honors Algebra II

Courses

World Literature/Composition
British Literature
American Literature
Asian Literature
Analysis of Literature
ELL9
ELL10
Speech
World Geography
World History
U.S. History
Government
Economics
World Religions
World View
Philosophy
Archaeology
Biology
Physics
Chemistry
Forensics
Anatomy & Physiology
Algebra
Geometry
Business Math
Algebra II
Advanced Math/Pre-Claculus
Mandarin: Levels 1-5
CLS (Content Language Support)
P.E.
Sports
Health
Art
Vocal Music
Drama
Yearbook
Newspaper
Character Formation
Computer Applications
College Preparation
Career Education

Extracurricular Activities

KIA provides a wide array of extracurricular activities to develop individual student interest and abilities. At KIA, students can choose to participate in one or more of the following:

Secondary Extracurricular Activities

Christian Activities

Youth Groups

Senior High Youth Group
Junior High Youth Group

Music,drama and other activities

Choir
Chapel Worship Team
Drama
Orchestra
Soccer
Youth Group

Student Government Association (SGA)

Senior High Student Government Association
Junior High Student Government Association

Elementary Extracurricular Activities

Boy Scouts
Girl Scouts
Soccer
Dance
Music Lessons

Publications

Yearbook
KIA publishes an entirely student-produced yearbook each year under the guidance of Certified Journalism Educator Jennifer Legue (Who mysteriously disappeared somewhere)

2004-2005 Volume 3 - "More Than Words"

Newspaper
KIA's newspaper is titled The KIA Post. Throughout its history, the format of the publication has been changed many times. In the 2009–2010 school year, Newspaper became an official class, offered as an elective credit.

Athletics

Possessing an athletic program for many years, KIA offers its students the opportunity to play in several sports and possesses school teams that compete in both local or international tournaments of the following sports:

Boys

Girls

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