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What are the typical divisions of schools in the US?
Elementary schools, middle schools, and high schools
What are the designations for high school students based on their year?
Freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors
What are some key school staff members in American schools?
Principal, vice principal, secretary, counselors, social workers, teachers, and ELD teachers
What are the typical components of a school schedule for younger students?
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What is the educational journey for students in the American school system?
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Study Notes
- In the American school system, students are required to attend school from kindergarten at age 5 through 12th grade before moving on to college or a career.
- Schools in the US are typically divided into elementary schools (kindergarten to fifth or sixth grade), middle schools (sixth to eighth grade), and high schools (ninth to 12th grade).
- High school students are often referred to as freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors.
- School schedules include morning breaks, lunch, and recess for younger students, with middle and high school students changing classes throughout the day.
- Key school staff members include the principal, vice principal, secretary, counselors, social workers, teachers, and English Language Development (ELD) teachers.
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Description
Learn about the structure and key staff members in the American school system, from kindergarten through 12th grade. Understand the different divisions like elementary, middle, and high schools, along with the roles of important staff members.
