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Ms. Lauren Kessler, Director 2000-2001 The Asmara International Community School (AICS) is an independent, coeducational day school which offers its educational program to children from preschool through grade 7. A tutorial high school correspondence program is also available. The school year comprises 3 terms extending from September to the end of June with 180 days of instruction. Organization: The School is governed by a 5-member Board of Directors. Three members are elected for 2-year terms by the member of the School Association. One member of the Board is a representative of the U.N. Resident Coordinator and one is appointed by the U.S. Ambassador. Membership in the Association is open to the parents or guardians of children enrolled in the School and to teachers and aides who work at the School. Curriculum: The School follows an American curriculum, supported by both American and British materials, modified to reflect the international composition of the student population. A core of language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies is enhanced with instruction in art, music, physical education, computers, Tirinya and French. The school is approved by the local Ministry of Education and is a member of the Association of International Schools in Africa, as well as being a candidate for accreditation with the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. Faculty: At the beginning of the 2000-2001 school year, there were 4 full-time and 2 part-time faculty members, including 4 U.S. citizens. Enrollment: Enrollment at the beginning of the 2000-2001 school year was 63. Of the total, 10 were U.S. citizen, 15 were host-country nationals, and 16 were third-country nationals Facilities: The School is located in a facility adjacent to the city center. The facility comprises a main building and auditorium with a large playing field in front. The School also has access to the playing field of a nearby local elementary school. Finances: The annual tuition rates are as follows: PS: $3,100, Kdg.: $5,300; and grades 1-6: $7,000. (All fees are quoted in U.S. dollars.) A fellowship program is available to non-sponsored families where up to 50% of tuition can be waived. This Fact Sheet is intended to provide general information. The Office of Overseas Schools (A/OPR/OS) may have more detailed information. Prospective users of the schools may wish to inquire further with A/OPR/OS or contact the school directly for more specific and up-to-the-minute information regarding curriculum, special programs and the like. |