The American School of Tampico

The American Tampico School of Tampico
SCHOOL PROFILE 2011-2012

SCHOOL DATA

Preschool: Pre K - Pre-1st (199)
Primary: 1st – 5th (267)
Middle School: 6th – 8th (125)|
High School: 9th – 12th (114)
Class of 2012:14
Total Enrollment: 706
Student Population:

96% Mexican Nat.
2% US Nat.
2% Other Nat.

High School Enrollment:

9th (43)
10th (28)
11th (29)
12th (14)

UNIVERSITY ACCEPTANCES - 2011:
[100% Attending 4 year Universities]
American University Washington, DC
Art Institute of Houston
Austin Peay State University
Barry University
Bentley University
Centro de Estudios Superiores de Diseño de Monterrey*
DePaul University
Emerson College
Florida Institute of Technology*
Instituto Anglo Mexicano de Tampico
Instituto de Estudios Superiores de Tamaulipas*
Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de México*
Instituto Teconologico de Estudios
Superiores de Monterrey*
McGill University
Northeastern University
Rice University
San Francisco Art Institute
Savannah College of Art and Design
South Texas College*
St. Edward's University*
St. Mary's University
Tecnológico de Monterrey, Tampico*
Tecnológico de Monterrey, Monterrey*
Trinity University
Universidad Anahuac Mexico Norte
Universidad Anahuac, Df
Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León*
Universidad de Monterrey*
Universidad Iberoamericana*
University of British Columbia
University of Houston
University of South Florida
University of Tampa
University of Texas Brownsville
University of Texas, San Antonio*
University of Texas, Pan American*
*denotes multiple acceptances and
Bold represents scholarships

CEEB Code 870849

MISSION

The mission of The American School of Tampico is to provide each student, from Prekinder through High school, the academic foundation and ethical values necessary for success in a globalized world.

DESCRIPTION

Founded in 1917, the American School of Tampico, Tamaulipas, Mexico, is a private, non-profit, non-sectarian, co-educational institution offering a bilingual, bicultural education for students from pre-school through high school. The school is dedicated to an American style educational paradigm. Since 2007, the American School of Tampico has provided high school curriculum. Students earn both a U.S. Diploma and SEP diploma. Three years after starting the High School, 2010, the American School of Tampico graduated its first class.

ACCREDITATION

The American School of Tampico is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACSCASI, now known as AdvancEd), and Mexico's Ministry of Education (SEP).

UNIQUE DUAL ACADEMIC PROGRAM

Our elementary school students receive bilingual instruction that meets both Mexican and U.S. standards. They also attend a special pre-first year to develop their dual language proficiency. Our High School students are enrolled in a full dual program, receiving both a U.S. diploma and a Mexican preparatory (high school) certificate. Thus, all of our graduates speak both English and Spanish fluently. These students are taking 27 Carnegie units, more than required for a U.S. High School diploma as well as the Mexican program requirements in Spanish Literature, Mexican History, Geography, Law and Civics.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT

This is the 3rd year offering the AP curriculum. In 2010 and 2011, 100% of students enrolled in AP courses sat for the AP exam.

SERVICE LEARNING

The American School of Tampico requires all students to complete a minimum of 30 hours of community service per year. By graduation, all students have completed 120 hours or more.

Class 2012 GPA
Percentile	GPA
Top 25%	94 and above
Top 50%	90 and above

Class 2011 GPA
Percentile	GPA
Top 10%	90 and above
Top 20%	87 and above
Top 50%	80 and above

SCHEDULE AND GRADING

Classes are divided into two semesters. Credits awarded vary with time spent in direct instruction. To earn 0.5 credit, classes meet four times per week for approximately 55 minutes for one semester.

UNIVERSITY BOUND

The American School of Tampico prepares students for University. One hundred percent of graduates applied to and were accepted into 4 year Universities. Fifty percent received academic scholarships.

THE FACULTY

The 120 academic faculty and administration of The American School of Tampico are a highly skilled and devoted group of teachers, administrators and counselors from various parts of the US, Mexico Canada and other countries. All staff hold degrees in their field and most hold advanced degrees.

THE CAMPUS

Located in an idyllic setting overlooking Tampico and the coast, the school plant consists of 11 buildings. The newest building houses the high school with a large library and Wi-Fi. The campus boasts two libraries, three state-of-the-art science labs, and three computer labs. The grounds extend to more than 14 hectares and include: five grass-covered soccer fields and track; multi-purpose covered surfaced sports court; an open air theater; a preschool play area and a butterfly garden.

EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

Education extends beyond the classroom to ensure that all students are presented with the opportunity to grow in a rich environment of experiences. Programs are diverse, including: Student Council, National Honor Society, Model United Nations, chorus, clubs, exchange programs, dance, service learning and environmental projects. Extensive after school sports include soccer, basketball, and track & field. School teams compete within ASOMEX (American Schools of Mexico) and local leagues.

ACADEMIC ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF

Emma Gutierrez, M.A., General Director (egutierrez@ats.edu.mx)
Charles Tracy, M.Ed., High School Principal (ctracy@ats.edu.mx)

COUNSELING AND ADMISSIONS

Karen Hafner, M.S., HS College Counselor (khafner@ats.edu.mx)
Laura Lammoglia, M.A., School Psychologist(llammoglia@ats.edu.mx)

AP/Honors Courses 2011-12*

English: Honors English 9 Honors World Literature Honors American Literature Honors British Literature AP English Literature & Composition AP English Language & Composition Math: Honors Algebra Honors Advanced Algebra AP Calculus	Science: Honors Physical Science Honors Biology Honors Chemistry Honors Physics Social Studies: AP US History AP US Government & Politics
Grades weighted as follows: 5 added to Honors and AP classes with GPA 80 or above, 10 added for GPA 85 or above. Graduation Requirements:* Minimum Credits: 27 Required Courses: Social Studies: 3.5 English: 4 Math: 3.5 Science: 4 Spanish: 3 Health: .5 PE: .5 Computers: .5 Fine Arts: .5 College Counseling: .5

ATS Grading Scale

Excelent	A+	97	-	100	4.0
	A	93	-	96
	A-	90	-	92
Above Average	B+	87	-	89	3.0
	B	83	-	86
	B-	80	-	82
Average	C+	77	-	79	2.0
	C	73	-	76
	C-	70	-	72
Below Average	D+	67	-	69	1.0
	D	63	-	66
	D-	60	-	62
Failing	F	59	-	0	0.0

The American School of Tampico
Calle Hidalgo #100, Colonia Tancol
Tampico, Tamaulipas, México 89320
TEL: (52)(833) 227-2081 • FAX: (52)(833) 227-2084
www.ats.edu.mx

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The American Tampico School of TampicoSCHOOL PROFILE 2011-2012