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Taiwan, Hsinchu
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English is the language of instruction, with a US-based curriculum delivered in English for Grades 7–12. Mandarin Chinese is taught as a World Language; Chinese Language and Culture is offered in Middle School and High School, and AP Chinese is available within AP courses. An EAL Support Program assists non-native English speakers, accelerating English language development and aligning to WIDA and California ELD standards; EAL lessons are provided with designated EAL staff shadowing content-area teachers, and an EAL portfolio is maintained for each student with end-of-semester evaluations to guide ongoing support.
Hsinchu International Academy (HIA) offers a K–12 American curriculum from grades 7–12, including Advanced Placement courses and EAL support. The school was co-founded in 2022 by Dr. Jack Huang and Dr. Jase Lau under the STAR Korrnell Education Foundation and is part of the STAR Korrnell Education Group. It is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and operates as an Experimental Institute. HIA provides Middle School and High School programs with a focus on critical thinking, communication, digital literacy, personal development, and college preparation. The campus is newly built and technology-rich, featuring a Lecture Hall, Science Laboratory, Art Studio, Indoor Gymnasium, and Dance Studio. On-site IELTS, SAT/PSAT prep, and college fairs support global post-secondary ambitions. The school emphasizes English as an Additional Language through dedicated EAL staff and maintains an EAL portfolio, with language development aligned to WIDA and California ELD standards. Chinese language and culture are integrated.
