Educational Stages
Grades 1-12 boys and girls
American Diploma for girls, and Grades 1–3 for boys — empowering learners with knowledge, skills, Islamic values and mastery of Arabic.
About ADP
Student-centred learning with cultural identity and critical thinking.
As an ADP department, we strive to empower learners with the knowledge and skills necessary to embrace cultural identity and contribute to educational progress and community building.
We emphasise technological learning to foster student understanding and promote critical thinking — making classrooms student-centred and enriching students’ talents and skills.
Cultural identity
Technological learning
Critical thinking
Vision & mission
What guides the American Diploma Programme
Switch tabs to read the ADP vision and mission — the same brand typography and colours as our other educational-stage pages.
To be the model institution in the Middle East in terms of its graduates’ character and morals.
Empower our learners to acquire the knowledge and skills required to become intellectual citizens and lifelong learners who will contribute to building this changing world while embracing Islamic values and mastering their Arabic language.
Entrance gates
Clear gates for every ADP grade band
Younger learners and upper grades enter through dedicated gates so arrival stays calm, supervised and easy for families to follow.
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Grades 1–3 · Gates 3 & 4
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Grades 4–12 · Gate 7
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Security check
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Go to classroom
School hours
The ADP day begins together in assembly, then moves into first period on time. Dismissal depends on grade level.
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Morning assembly
Morning assembly starts at 7:15 a.m. Please arrive so students can join the line and begin the day calmly.
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First period
The first period for all grades starts at 7:30 a.m. Punctuality supports a focused start to learning.
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End of classes
All classes end depending on grade level. Follow the published schedule for your child’s dismissal time.
Graduation pathway
Credits that lead to the American Diploma
English
4 credits · Language Arts
Mathematics
4 credits · incl. Algebra path
Science
3 credits · Bio · Chem · Physics
Social Studies
3 credits · History & Civics
Health & PE
1.5 credits
Arts
1 credit · visual / performing
Foreign Language
2 credits · not English
Online
1 online course / experience
Saudi MoE
Arabic · Religion · Social Studies
Grades 4–8
60% average to progress
Grades 9–12 follow State of Michigan Standards alongside Saudi Ministry requirements for Arabic and Islamic studies.
TIS · American Diploma
Credit details
Learn more about each graduation requirement
Open any item for a clear summary of Michigan credits, online learning and Saudi MoE requirements.
Students complete 4 credits in English Language Arts as part of the State of Michigan graduation standards for Grades 9–12.
4 credits in Mathematics, including at least Algebra I, Geometry and Algebra II, plus an additional mathematics credit such as trigonometry, statistics, pre-calculus, calculus, applied math, accounting or business math.
3 credits in Science: Biology (1), Chemistry (1) and Physics (1).
3 credits in Social Studies: World History (1), World Geography (1), and ½ credit in Civics plus ½ credit in Economics.
Health & Physical Education — 1.5 credits. Arts — 1 credit in visual, performing or applied arts. Foreign Language — 2 credits in a language other than English.
1 successfully completed online course or learning experience presented online.
In addition, students must finish the requirements set by the Saudi Ministry of Education for Arabic language, Religious Studies and Arabic Social Studies.
Students complete the requirements in all subjects with an average of 60% or above in Grades 4–8 to move on to the next grade.
Graduation requirements
Michigan Standards and Saudi MOE requirements
Open each item for Grades 4–8 progression and the Grades 9–12 credit framework.
Students will complete the requirements in all subjects with an average of 60% or above in Grades 4–8 to move on to the next grade.
4 credits in English Language Arts (State of Michigan Standards for Grades 9–12).
4 credits in Mathematics, including completion of at least Algebra I, Geometry and Algebra II, plus an additional mathematics credit (for example trigonometry, statistics, pre-calculus, calculus, applied math, accounting or business math).
3 credits in Science: Biology (1), Chemistry (1) and Physics (1).
3 credits in Social Studies: World History (1), World Geography (1), ½ credit in Civics and ½ credit in Economics.
Health & Physical Education — 1.5 credits. Arts — 1 credit in visual, performing or applied arts. Foreign Language — 2 credits in a language other than English.
1 successfully completed online course or online learning experience. In addition, students must finish Saudi Ministry of Education requirements for Arabic language, Religious Studies and Arabic Social Studies.
Learning pathways
Vision, mission and classroom practice
How ADP connects character, Islamic values, technology and Michigan Standards in daily learning.
To be the model institution in the Middle East in terms of its graduates’ character and morals.
Empower learners to acquire the knowledge and skills required to become intellectual citizens and lifelong learners who contribute to building this changing world while embracing Islamic values and mastering their Arabic language.
ADP empowers learners to embrace cultural identity while contributing to educational progress and community building.
Technological learning fosters understanding and critical thinking — keeping classrooms student-centred and enriching talents and skills.
Students in Grades 9–12 adhere to the graduation requirements set forth in the State of Michigan Standards, alongside Saudi MoE Arabic and Islamic studies requirements.
Mawhiba partnership
A decade of gifted education excellence
Our school’s partnership with the Mawhiba Foundation began in 2010, with the partnership agreement renewed every three years. Over more than a decade, Mawhiba students in our schools have achieved numerous accomplishments and received outstanding certificates and awards at both local and international levels.
- Partnership with the Mawhiba Foundation since 2010
- Agreement renewed every three years
- More than a decade of continuous collaboration
- Local and international certificates and awards
- Outstanding accomplishments by Mawhiba students at TIS
ADP priorities
What the American Diploma Programme stands for
Character, citizenship, Arabic and Islamic values, student-centred learning and a clear credit path.
ADP aims for graduates recognised for character and morals — a model of institutional excellence in the Middle East.
Learners build the knowledge and skills to become intellectual citizens and lifelong learners.
Learning embraces Islamic values while students master their Arabic language.
Students contribute to educational progress and community building with a strong sense of cultural identity.
Classrooms are designed to be student-centred, enriching talents and skills through active learning.
Technological learning supports understanding, critical thinking and readiness for a changing world.
A 60% average across subjects is required in Grades 4–8 to progress to the next grade.
Michigan credit requirements in English, mathematics, science, social studies, health/PE, arts, languages and online learning prepare students for graduation.
Important notes
How ADP families stay informed
Classera is the official channel for plans and schedules. Grade WhatsApp groups and the school website keep day-to-day communication clear.
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Classera official platform
Classera is the official communication platform for the school. Families should monitor it regularly for ADP updates.
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Weekly plans
Weekly plans are sent via Classera so parents and students can prepare for the week ahead.
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Grade WhatsApp groups
There is a WhatsApp group for each grade level for regular communication with parents.
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Calendar & exams
The academic calendar is available on the school’s website. Calendar and exam schedules are also sent via Classera when needed.
More communication notes
Classera, WhatsApp and the academic calendar
Further detail on how families receive plans, schedules and day-to-day updates.
Classera is the official school communication platform. Weekly plans, and calendar or exam schedules when needed, are issued there so information stays consistent.
Each grade level has a WhatsApp group for regular parent communication — a quick channel alongside Classera, not a replacement for official notices.
The academic calendar remains available on the school’s website for planning across the year.
Partnership with families
Clear channels from assembly to exam week.
ADP pairs structured school hours and dedicated gates with reliable digital communication — so families always know where to look.
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Know your gate
Grades 1–3 use Gates 3 & 4. Grades 4–12 use Gate 7. Follow the gate assigned to your child’s grade band.
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Follow school hours
Assembly at 7:15 a.m., first period at 7:30 a.m., and dismissal according to grade level.
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Check Classera weekly
Weekly plans arrive on Classera. Exam schedules and calendar updates are sent there when needed.
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Stay on the grade group
Use your grade-level WhatsApp group for regular parent communication, and the school website for the academic calendar.