AIS WEST

Mission Statement

The American International School in Egypt (West) provides a comprehensive and challenging American and international education that fosters informed and engaged local, regional and global citizenship. We inspire students to be lifelong learners who contribute positively within a diverse and changing world.

Middle School Philosophy

The Middle School continues with the same careful supervision and attention to all areas of student development and learning, as does the elementary school.   The curriculum and methodology at these grade levels are designed to meet the needs of students in their transitional phase of emerging adolescence.  The curriculum is designed to match the best practices from American stateside schools.  Students are taught essential knowledge, skills and understandings.  A departmentalized program provides students an opportunity to learn in interdisciplinary units.  Real-life application of subject knowledge is accomplished through integrated core curriculum in combination with technology, art, drama, music, physical education with the support from rich library media resources. The rapid intellectual growth of the pre-adolescent sparks many emotional and social changes.  AIS - West Middle School nurtures trusting relationships with adults and peers to create a climate of personal growth for each student.  At AIS - West we strive for all students to become successful and feel confident.

Parents promise to:

• Be sure children get 8-10 hours of sleep and are on time to school.

• Offer praise and encouragement to their children regarding their learning.

• Support your child’s learning goals and aspirations.

• Promote reading and writing in your household in both English and Arabic (if spoken at home).

• If applicable, check Google Classroom and PowerSchool Gradebook with your child at least once a week to monitor their progress and keep up to date on assignments, projects, and expectations.

• Monitor and limit your child’s online usage, television viewing, and use of electronic devices (including social media).

• Be supportive of the teacher’s grading policies, homework procedures, and classroom expectations.

• Support the AIS - West behavioral policies in a consistent, fair manner both at school and at home.

• Communicate with teachers, staff, and students in a professional, respectful manner.

• Get involved in the greater school community by participating in parent teacher conferences, attending performances, and promoting positive school spirit.

Students promise to:

• Get 8- 10 hours of sleep and be on time to school in the morning

• Challenge themselves to meet their learning goals to the best of their abilities.

• Arrive to class on time, every day, all day.

• Devote enough time each day after school for completing work and studying.

• If applicable, check Google Classroom and PowerSchool Gradebook at least once a week to monitor your progress and keep up to date on assignments, projects, and expectations.

• Follow and support the teacher’s grading policies, homework procedures, and classroom expectations.

• Understand and follow the AIS - West behavioral policies consistently.

• Communicate with teachers, parents, and staff in a professional, respectful manner.

• Get involved in the greater school community by participating in after school activities, attending performances, and promoting positive school spirit.