The semester, explained for Gene L. Klida Academy For International Studies
Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.
Relevant term
School Year 2026-2027
Campus terms
9
Local details
7
Academic calendar
School Year 2026-2027 runs Aug 31, 2026 – Jun 15, 2027. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.
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C
CAS
Creativity, Activity, Service; a core requirement for the IB Diploma involving extracurricular projects.
E
EE
Extended Essay, a mandatory 4,000-word independent research project for IB Diploma candidates.
F
Full IB
Refers to students who are pursuing the complete International Baccalaureate Diploma rather than individual certificates.
H
HOSA
Health Occupations Students of America, a popular student organization for those interested in healthcare.
I
IA
Internal Assessment; individual research projects or oral exams required for each IB subject.
IB
International Baccalaureate, the rigorous academic program the academy is centered around.
T
The Caf
The shared cafeteria space located within Heritage Junior High where AIS students eat lunch.
The Struggle
A common student term referring to the high workload and stress associated with the IB curriculum.
TOK
Theory of Knowledge, a required interdisciplinary course exploring the nature of knowing.
Places and practicalities
Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.
7 details
glk_uais_cafeteria
GLK-UAIS Cafeteria
Heritage
Heritage Junior High School, the physical building that houses the Gene L. Klida AIS program.
Late Start
Designated mornings where the school day begins later than usual to allow for staff professional development.
PowerSchool
The district-wide portal used by students and parents to track grades, attendance, and schedules.
Schoology
The learning management system where teachers post assignments, resources, and digital coursework.
The Media Center
The library and collaborative study space used by AIS students for research and IB projects.
The Shuttle
The bus system that transports students between AIS and their home high schools (Eisenhower, Ford, Stevenson, or Utica).
Quick answers
Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.
What academic term is relevant now?
School Year 2026-2027 runs Aug 31, 2026 – Jun 15, 2027.
How much campus context is included?
9 approved campus terms and 7 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.
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Varsity and sub-varsity baseball teams. Klida Academy students participate in athletics through their home school, Stevenson High.
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Boys Basketball
Varsity and sub-varsity boys basketball teams. Klida Academy students participate in athletics through their home school, Stevenson High.
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Football
Varsity and sub-varsity football teams competing against other high schools. Klida Academy students participate in athletics through their home school, Stevenson High.
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Girls Basketball
Varsity and sub-varsity girls basketball teams. Klida Academy students participate in athletics through their home school, Stevenson High.
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Girls Volleyball
Varsity and sub-varsity girls volleyball teams. Klida Academy students participate in athletics through their home school, Stevenson High.
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Softball
Varsity and sub-varsity softball teams. Klida Academy students participate in athletics through their home school, Stevenson High.
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Wrestling
Varsity and sub-varsity wrestling teams. Klida Academy students participate in athletics through their home school, Stevenson High.
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Charity Week
A week-long, student-led fundraising drive for a selected charity, involving numerous events and activities. Klida Academy students participate through their host school, Stevenson High.
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Campus rituals
Homecoming
An annual tradition in the fall that includes a spirit week, pep rally, football game, and a dance. Klida Academy students participate through their host school, Stevenson High.
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Resources & spaces
College & Career Center
A resource within the counseling department focused on helping students with college applications, financial aid, and career exploration.
Open to all
Counseling Department
Provides academic advising, college and career counseling, and social-emotional support to students.
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Media Center
The school library, offering books, research databases, technology access, and study spaces.
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Life in Sterling Heights for Gene L. Klida Academy For International Studies Students
Everything you need to know about living and studying in Sterling Heights.
Timezone
Eastern Time (ET)
Median Rent
$1,400
Cost of Living Index
96
Student Population
35,000
City Transportation
Walkability
40
Bikeability
52
Public Transit
SMART bus system
Nearest Airports
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, Coleman A. Young International Airport (Detroit)
Climate Averages
Climate
Humid continental
Avg Annual Temp
49.5°F
Avg Snowfall
45.2 in
Campus Operations Snapshot
Parking and Transit
Main School Lot
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Primary parking for staff, students, and visitors.
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