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Principal’s Welcome Message
Dear Students and Parents,
Welcome to the CIS Senior School. The Senior School comprises grades 9-12. It was created
as a separate division of the school, and relocated to the City Campus, in 2011. This allowed
not only for the growth of the school, but also for particular focus on the social, emotional
and academic development of Senior School students.
In 2013-14 the Senior School will have around 240 students, representing over 50
nationalities. Cultural diversity is important to us, and we very much appreciate the variety
of backgrounds and experiences that our students and their families bring to CIS. We also
value our wonderful local community, and appreciate opportunities to incorporate Danish
culture into our curriculum and school life. Copenhagen is a culturally and intellectually rich
city, of which we are fortunate to be a part.
CIS offers a rigorous Senior School academic program, driven by a strong commitment to our
mission to develop the potential of each student in a stimulating environment of cultural
diversity, academic excellence and mutual respect. We offer the IB curriculum throughout
Senior School, comprising the 4 th and 5 th years of the Middle Years Program in grades 9 & 10,
and the Diploma Program in grades 11 & 12. Our graduates receive a CIS High School
Diploma, accredited by the U.S North Eastern Association of Schools and Colleges, and the
Council of International Schools. The majority of our students also complete the full IB
Diploma.
CIS also offers a range of co-curricular and extra-curricular activities, and there are many
ways to be involved in the life of the school beyond the classroom. We encourage our
students to become involved in, develop and lead improvement initiatives, service learning
opportunities and community events. Faculty and staff are always available for support and
encouragement.
This handbook is designed to be a reference so that you have necessary information readily
available. It is important that you are familiar with school policies and procedures. The
school website, http://www.cis.dk, also has up to date information, provides contact details
for faculty and staff, and should be checked regularly for details of school events.
I look forward to working with you throughout the school year
Best wishes,
Caroline Brokvam
Senior School Principal
CIS Senior School Parent/Student Handbook
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