Al-Mizhar American Academy

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Al-Mizhar

 

American Academy

 

Parent/Student Handbook

 

2016-2017

 

 

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     Caring      

 Innovative          Inquirer           Reflective 

      Spirited 

Empowered

 

Principled          Knowledgeable       Communicator          Open-Minded     

  Inclusive  

   Balanced   

 

 

American Academy Al‐Mizhar: AAM

 

 

AAM Mission Statement

 

American Academy Al Mizhar is committed to meeting the needs of families with an international outlook who have

chosen an American education. Our mission is to promote intellectual curiosity, independent and critical thinking,

communication and problem solving skills, a lifelong passion for learning, and an exposure to and respect for cultural

diversity. By expecting academic excellence, we inspire personal growth and develop intrinsically‐motivated global

citizens who are committed to being leaders, in both community service and environmental responsibility.

 

 

About AAM

 

AAM  is  a  dynamic  American  school  that  aims  to  be  at  the  leading  edge  of  educational  innovation  and  excellence.  Our

curriculum is based on the American Common Core Standards and is also aligned with the State of Kansas curriculum. It is

enriched by the addition of a Middle East component and is delivered utilizing best pedagogical practices. We supplement

our  programs  with  host  and  foreign  language  teaching  and  a  full  program  of  athletics  and  co‐curricular  activities  and

opportunities. AAM has full membership in the Council of International Schools (CIS). AAM is accredited by NEASC and

CIS.

 

 

AAM Learner Profile

 

All members of the school community, including teachers, students, and parents, should have a shared understanding of

the common attributes that we adhere to for an effective learning environment. Below is the list of attributes that have

been  developed  specifically  for  AAM  students.    We  believe  that  through  character  development,  students  will  become

responsible members of the school, local, and global community.

 

 

                      Caring      

 Innovative           Inquirer           Reflective          Spirited 

      Empowered

 

Principled          Knowledgeable           Communicator          Open-Minded        Inclusive  

   Balanced

   

 

 

Non‐Discrimination Statement

 

AAM admits students of any race or nationality and extends to them all rights and activities of the school. We make every

attempt to give each and every student full access to our learning programs. We will give careful thought to the definition,

implementation and review of policies to promote inclusion, including policies to address behavior, such as racism and

bullying.  We  will  ensure  that  students  themselves  have  a  prominent voice  in  matters  that  affect  them,  and  we  will  act

fairly and decisively in dealing with any behavior that is contrary to our inclusive ethos.

 

 

Admissions:

 

 

Students are required to provide all report cards from previous schools. Report cards from all high school grades 9 to 12

that are not from American schools must provide a descriptor of the courses and grades, when courses and grading are

not reflective of our American curriculum.

 

 

Grades and courses from curriculums other than American, will appear separately in the transcripts. and must be

provided by the previous school(s). For IB curriculums, a passing grade must be a 3 or above. Any grade below a 3 will be

considered a failure for a course, and will not receive course credit.

 

 

Files must be entirely complete, including final reports from previous years and math placement tests before a student

will be allowed to be admitted to the school.

 

 

 

 

 

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     Caring      

 Innovative          Inquirer           Reflective 

      Spirited 

Empowered

 

Principled          Knowledgeable       Communicator          Open-Minded     

  Inclusive  

   Balanced   

 

 

 

 

The AAM Senior Leadership Team

 

 

Principal

 

Bridget Justen

[e-mail]

Head of Elementary School

 

Althea Edmondson

[e-mail]

Head of Secondary School

 

Cheryl Klaver

[e-mail]

Head of Curriculum and Assessment

 

Denise Kish

[e-mail]

Head of IT Integration

 

Saba Adnan

[e-mail]

Head of Arabic and Islamic

 

Maha Alhalawani

[e-mail]

Head of Student Support

 

Sheena Nolan

[e-mail]

 

 

 

School Uniform and Supplies

 

 

Compulsory Uniform

 

Students are required to be in proper school uniform everyday unless there is a special event that allows for a different

dress code. Sample uniforms are displayed in the front foyer. The uniform must be completely adhered to, including any

sweaters, jackets, or shoe wear.

 

 

If a student has extenuating circumstances that require them to be out of uniform, in whole or in part, the parent of the

student must call the school prior to 8:15 am to request special permission. Any prolonged digression from the uniform

for a valid reason requires a meeting with the parents and administration to provide reasoning, proof, and to recieve

permission. AAM’s uniform policy is strict in order to ensure safety, focus on academics, and to avoid distractions in the

classroom. All parts of the uniform must be purchased from Zack’s, our uniform supplier.

 

 

Secondary Student Uniform

 

Any student who is not in complete uniform will not be admitted to class, and parents will be called to deliver the

appropriate uniform. Students who are out of uniform will be considered to be absent from school, and these absences

will accumulate according to school policy.

 

 

Uniform Grades K‐12

 

 

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Full length or short sleeve white blouse with school logo

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Short skirt (grades KG 1 to 6)

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Grey uniform pants.

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Grey full length skirt (optional)

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Pull‐over sweater with school logo

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Solid black shoes that cover the entire foot. No sandals, flip flops, ballet flats or high heels.

 

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