Principal's Message
Welcome to the ACS Elementary School!
From my very first moments on campus, I could feel the warmth and welcome of this community, and I know that you will feel it, too. That warmth doesn’t come by accident. At ACS elementary school, we build strong relationships because we know that students learn best when they feel safe, known, and cared for. Community is central to who we are.
We also know that children learn best through curiosity and exploration. What might this look like at our school? Maybe it means getting on a tricycle for the first time in early years, picking up a new instrument in music class, or trying a new stroke in the swimming pool. Your child might come home excited about their field trip to ancient ruins, or eager to tell you about their service project. Exploration is woven throughout our program, nurturing curiosity and joy.
Because of our culture of care and commitment to exploration, our elementary students gain the confidence to tackle new challenges in their learning. As you walk through our campus, you will see students building projects in the wonder room, showing their number sense on mini-whiteboards during math class, and curling up with a great book in the learning commons. Through daily habits and caring teachers, students’ confidence as learners continues to grow.
All these experiences form who we are as a community of learners. I grew up internationally and later raised my own children abroad, so I understand the joys and transitions that come with international school life. I’m excited to welcome both you and your children into our school community!
Warmly,
Ruth Poulsen
Elementary School Principal
Program Overview
Our goal is to support students who apply knowledge to create a positive impact. Through hands-on programs, we cultivate critical thinkers, innovators, effective communicators, and collaborators. Our child-centered approach ensures each student's unique talents shine.
The elementary school adheres to rigorous academic standards, including Common Core for English and math, Next Generation Science Standards, C3 Framework for Social Studies, National Core Arts standards, and ACTFL standards for Arabic to ensure our students thrive in the U.S. and worldwide.
Begin your journey with EYP
The Early Years Program offers a comprehensive education that extends beyond the traditional classroom setting. Our curriculum revolves around in-depth, project-based studies that delve into topics that resonate with children's everyday lives, such as Simple Machines, Bread, Buildings, Clothes, Signs, and many more. Within each study, our students are encouraged to raise questions, explore, experiment, and investigate hands-on, both inside the classroom and outdoors.
In the EYP, we define creativity as the ability to think of new ideas, ask questions, and learn through trial and error. Through our innovative curriculum and supportive environment, we empower students to embrace their natural curiosity, think critically, and express themselves creatively.
