Yes

Yes

Arabic, French, Spanish,

25

15

Yes

Yes, All students are issued Ipads

Yes, all assignments are submitted using online platforms to maintain student engagement

Yes, seeing as Michael E. DeBakey High School is located in Qatar, and Qatar being a Muslim nation, students are afforded Islamic studies, and prayer breaks.

Islamic studies in English is offered at the school for those who are interested. Non-Muslim students get to take an elective to replace the Islamic studies classes

Advanced Placement Exams, MAP Tests, PISA Tests, PSAT

Advanced Placement Exams allow students to earn college credit. MAP and PISA test results are used to determine the level of the student according to standard around the world. PSAT prepare students for college required SAT exams.

Yes

Depends on the subject and grade level

100 %

Not currently.

Various programs distinguish gifted students both in the school and externally. Leadership, community service, principal awards ceremonies, etc.

Yes

Yes

Applicants must complete an entry exam to determine their grade level acceptance.

Depending on the grade level

Admissions are open starting December and remain open until August. Admissions process and entry exams are open year-round for applicants looking to switch schools for upcoming year.

Yes

7:00 am

2:15 pm

Yes

Yes

There is a cafeteria where students can purchase food and drinks. Water fountains are available.

All food items are halal as Qatar is a Muslim nation. All food items are labeled with dietary information.

Yes

Model United Nations (MUN), Learn to Lead Program, Debate Club, Public Speaking, Best Buddies, Lend a Hand Club, recycle club, school crafts and decorations club, Islamic club, essay writing, basketball, football, robotics and programming, STEAM club

Physical education classes rotate sports within the year. The students get to enjoy learning about football, basketball, volleyball, and athletics. Michael E. DeBakey High School is part of the Qatar School Olympics Program where students compete with other schools in Qatar in various sports including basketball, swimming, rally races, and football. Students also play badminton, Padel, and table tennis in their break times.

Yes. Basketball and Football are the most popular.

Library; theater; specialized labs for biology, chemistry, physics; simulation lab for medical and engineering students; engineering lab; multipurpose hall; Computer labs; Art lab; social services office; conference rooms/private study halls;

Multipurpose gym, basketball court, football field, Activities hall

Michael E. DeBakey High School – Qatar (DHSHP at Qatar) is a branch campus of the DeBakey High School for Health Professions (DHSHP) in Houston, Texas, USA. DHSHP is an award winning high school, offering students a college preparatory curriculum in science, mathematics, and medical science. It is an alternative to the traditional high school experience that prepares students for careers in medicine and science. In collaboration with the Outstanding Schools Oversight Committee (OSOC) of the Supreme Education Council (SEC), DHSHP was invited to bring the first medical science focused high school in the Middle East.

DHSHP at Qatar campus offers a U.S. curriculum including extensive Advanced Placement (AP) courses. The program will serve students in grades 7 – 12. The Seventh and Eighth Grade Academy focuses on preparing students for the rigorous high school curriculum in grades 9 – 12. Beginning with the graduating class of 2013, Michael E. DeBakey High School – Qatar will offer these students a rigorous college preparatory curriculum, which includes five years of science and mathematics, courses in engineering and technology along with an excellent introductory study of medicine. Students will have the opportunity to have experiences with medical professionals as well as earn credit through on-line “Virtual School” courses, dual credit courses with local universities and college credit through AP exams.