Is the academic work in The Academy more difficult than in the high schools honors curriculum?
The distinctive feature of the Academy curriculum is the linking of English, social studies, and the world language program. The Academy places higher emphasis on the quality of student performance than on its quantity. Academy students are not assigned more work than their peers in honors classes. However, they are expected to demonstrate excellence in responsibility, initiative, and critical thinking. In this sense, the Academy is generally more demanding than many honors courses. Q: Are grades in Academy courses typically lower than grades in honors courses? A: No. In a study conducted at Glenbrook South, we learned that, on average, students who left the Academy and entered honors courses continued to earn the same grades. Furthermore, with few exceptions, Academy students consistently rank in the top fifth of their classes at both high schools. Finally, Academy students from both schools annually garner a generous share of awards and scholarships. Q: How do Academy faculty work to
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