The '
American School of Asunción (ASA)
'', established in 1954, is a private, independent, non-profit day school in Asunción, Paraguay. It provides a U.S. curriculum from pre-kindergarten through grade 12, alongside a Paraguayan Ministry of Education Diploma (MEC). Serving a diverse international student body of over 30 nationalities, ASA is a bilingual learning community dedicated to college preparation. The school upholds high educational standards from both the United States and Paraguay, aiming to cultivate proactive global citizens within a supportive, student-centered environment.

Accreditations & Certifications

The American School of Asunción (ASA) holds accreditation from both '
Cognia
'' and the '
Paraguayan Ministry of Education and Sciences (MEC)
''. Cognia, a non-profit, non-governmental organization that accredits schools globally, has recognized ASA with a certificate of accreditation valid through 2029, based on rigorous research-based standards for educational quality. Additionally, ASA has received Cognia's STEM Certification for its effective STEM programs. ASA is also a certified member of '
American International Schools in the Americas (AMISA)
'', a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of international education in the Americas. ASA is also a certified member o
Office of Overseas Schools
and Th
Association for the Advancement of International Education (AAIE).

Curriculum

The American School of Asunción (ASA) offers a comprehensive educational program across its '
ElementaryMiddle
an
High Schools
'', integrating both U.S. and Paraguayan curricula. The American School of Asunción (ASA) offers a unique and culturally rich learning environment where students can achieve multilingual fluency in English, Spanish, and Guarani. This is accomplished through a U.S. standards-based curriculum integrated with the Paraguayan Ministry of Education and Science (MEC) program. Upon graduation, all students who complete the full course of studies, including core subjects in Spanish, Social Sciences, Paraguayan Social Studies, and Guaraní, are eligible to receive both a Paraguayan and a U.S. Diploma. For students new to the school or who require additional support, Spanish as a Second Language (SSL) and Paraguayan Studies are provided until they meet the language requirements for mainstream Spanish courses. The development and implementation of ASA's curriculum is a dynamic and collaborative process, guided by the Director of Teaching and Learning. It's built upon the academic standards of both Paraguay and the United States, focusing on backward planning from desired outcomes and emphasizing student learning and performance.

Activities & Athletics

ASA is recognized as having one of the finest athletic programs in the city of Asuncion. Each year the senior class at ASA host
Intercolegial
which is an event that includes more than twenty schools from across Asuncion who compete in soccer, basketball, volleyball, futsal, and handball. ASA in turn competes in more than ten major sports tournaments in the city of Asunción and each year travels internationally to compete in sports tournament. ASA High School requires students to complete a minimum of 20 hours of Service Learning annually, totaling 80 hours over four years, though most students exceed this. Students select from various local organizations in Asuncion and Paraguay, such as Operation Smile, Techo, CONIN, and others, as well as school-affiliated clubs like Global Issues Network, Debate Club, TRI- M Music Honor Society and others. These experiences aim to develop teamwork and leadership skills while supporting the community.

STEAM

ASA is recognized as a STEM School of Excellence by th
International Technology and Engineering Educators Association (ITEEA)
and is STEM Certified by Cognia, a testament to its commitment to high-quality STEM education. The school's vision is to empower students to create innovative solutions for 21st-century challenges through collaboration, communication, and creativity.

References

External links

* * https://www.state.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Asuncion-2025-Fact-Sheet-Paraguay.pdf * https://drive.google.com/file/d/1F9apI7uIoK_MFZDVB0JBxfkFhs-hZXFS/view

Asunción Asunción (, ) is the capital and the largest city of Paraguay. The city stands on the eastern bank of the Paraguay River, almost at the confluence of this river with the Pilcomayo River. The Paraguay River and the Bay of Asunción in the north ...

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