Secondary (Grades 9-12)
We strive to educate and nurture students to become global citizens of honor and self-discipline who are committed to independent thinking and service to others.
High School Program
- Emphasis on students’ moral values and character development
- A school structure that integrates Chinese and Western educational philosophies
- More than 70 full-time qualified and committed overseas teachers and administrators
- A fully levelized program in Chinese language instruction for both native speakers and second language learners
- American-based curricular standards
- A participating member of China International School Sports Association (CISSA) and Shanghai International School Athletic Council (SISAC) teams
- After-school homework support for academically challenged students
- Cross-age mentorship program to better enhance and develop students' social and leadership skills
- Vibrant extracurricular activities like International Day, Sports Day, field trips, Model United Nations (MUN), prom, dances, art exhibitions, student plays, and music concerts
- Steadfast support from one of China’s best semiconductor foundries
College Application Preparation & Acceptances
- An authorized SAT and AP Testing Center by the US College Board
- An authorized ACT Testing Center by the US ACT, Inc.
- Approximately 21-23 AP course offerings annually
- 100% acceptance of SMIC graduates into top-tiered colleges and universities world-wide
- 100 community service hours required for high school graduation
- A full-service counseling department for guidance and personal counseling
- Individualized and specialized college counseling services for juniors and seniors
High School Administration

Kelley Ridings PhD
SMIC International Superintendent

Darshana Hegde PhD
Senior Director of Secondary

Michael Agliata
Student Affairs Director

Carol Qin
MHS Senior AA Assistant

Maxine Zhou
Academic Affairs Assistant
Report cards available (dismissal at 10am)
No school for staff
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