Students develop strong research skills by diving deep into scientific literature, designing experiments, and drawing evidence-based conclusions to address real-world problems.
Through semester-long capstone projects, students apply their knowledge to solve complex issues, often working in interdisciplinary teams to produce impactful, innovative solutions.
Collaboration is at the heart of our learning environment. Students build strong team dynamics by listening, sharing ideas, and working together toward shared goals.
Students are trained to approach challenges critically and creatively, learning to break down complex issues and find effective, logical solutions through hands-on experience.
Academic writing is emphasized across disciplines. Students learn to organize their thoughts, present arguments, and cite sources effectively to produce clear and compelling work.
From presentations to peer discussions, students are constantly improving their verbal and non-verbal communication, ensuring they can express ideas clearly and confidently.
Most courses at Sharkya STEM are taught at the honors level. While the school doesn’t offer AP classes, students take a variety of rigorous subjects across 10th to 12th grade, covering core and elective areas. Course types and credit hours are detailed in the table below.
| COURSE | TYPE | CREDITS |
|---|---|---|
| Arabic | Regular | 3 |
| Second Language | Regular | 2 |
| English | Honors | 3 |
| Mathematics | Honors | 3 |
| Geology | Honors | 4 |
| Biology | Honors | 4 |
| Chemistry | Honors | 4 |
| Physics | Honors | 4 |
| Mechanics | Honors | 3 |
| Religion | Regular | 1 |
| Social Studies | Regular | 2 |
| Citizenship | Regular | 1 |
| Technology | Regular | 2 |
| Capstone | Regular | 4 |
Sharkya STEM follows a letter grading system from A to D. Any grade below D is considered failing and marked as F. This system ensures transparency in performance evaluation and provides students with a clear understanding of academic expectations. A detailed breakdown of grade interpretations is provided in the table below.
| Grade | Range in Percentage |
|---|---|
| A+ | 95%-100% |
| A | 90%-94.99% |
| B+ | 85%-89.99% |
| B | 80%-84.99% |
| C+ | 75%-79.99% |
| C | 70%-74.99% |
| D+ | 65%-69.99% |
| D | 60%-64.99% |
| F | Below 60% |