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Who We Are Principal’s Message Why AIS? Academica Dual Diploma™ Program Domestic & Personalized Learning Testimonials Alumni Students Course Catalog Elementary School Middle School High School Dual Diploma Student Hub College Assistance Program (CAP) Create an Account Student Parent Handbook Dual Diploma Student Parent Handbook Transcript Request Contact Tech Support News & Announcements School Advisory Council Blog/News Student Recognition Teacher of the Month Program Director Recognition Dual Diploma Times Faculty & Staff Administration Teachers Staff Clubs and Activities AIS Amici Art Club Book Club Cooking/Baking Club Live the Learning Model UN Newspaper Club Photography Club Social Media Club Login Contact Us Apply Now! DISCOVER A SCHOOL LIKE NO OTHER DISCOVER Academica International Studies: an innovative private K-12 school that meets the needs of every student, preparing them for their future studies and careers. More At AIS, our team of expert and dedicated teachers use a variety of strategies to meet the needs of all learners. Our courses include a combination of approaches ensuring students attain subject matter mastery. Our ongoing dedication, support, and caring faculty set our school apart. We strive to create a family-style learning environment. AIS aims to personalize the online learning experience for all students. We provide an educational environment where students develop exceptional technical skills that help shape them into multilingual, multicultural, and globally minded individuals. Our school allows students to combine their studies with extracurricular activities, access advanced courses, take courses for credit recovery, attend classes from anywhere in the world, and obtain a US high school diploma. AIS serves thousands of students in the United States and around the world. Our students become part of a life-changing international network. AIS teachers are highly qualified Florida Certified instructors trained in the most up-to-date and innovative instructional strategies. 01 PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE Dear Students and Parents, Welcome to a school like no other. Academica International Studies (AIS) meets the needs of each student and prepares them for success in both college and their professional career. We provide an educational experience that promotes a sense of responsibility, dedication, and empowerment. Through innovative instructional methods which focus on higher ordered problem solving, students are challenged to think critically about complex concepts and learn to use analysis, evaluation, judgement, and creativity to solve every-day problems. Our pedagogical model centers around rigor, relevance, and relationships. More Long before the Covid-19 pandemic and for over ten years, AIS has successfully taught students online by implementing the latest digital learning resources. We continue to use best practices for distance learning and routinely introduce new learning tools and advanced online applications which facilitate the learning process. Academica International Studies combines generations of successful and effective teaching practices with technological innovation to ensure our students are ready for the workforce of tomorrow. AIS encourages a sense of local and global citizenship. Teachers prepare students to be ethical, principled, and innovative individuals. Our mission is to ensure we create a learning environment which fosters student achievement, while providing a personalized learning experience for every student. AIS students are part of an international network of learners where innovation fuels both success and a responsibility for global stewardship. We look forward to another outstanding school year! Sincerely, Principal, Academica International Studies 02 PERSONALIZED LEARNING AIS offers students across the US flexible, synchronous and asynchronous learning, and accommodates the many needs of our students. Here are some highlights that showcase how distinct each AIS student is and why they choose us. STUDENTS THAT WANT TO EARN TWO DIPLOMAS and become part of a global community. STUDENTS WHO WANT TO GRADUATE ON A FASTER TRACK than what their local school offers. STUDENTS WHO ARE PENDING COURSES and would like to make up credits. STUDENTS WHO HAVE TAKEN A GAP in their education and would like to return to their studies. FOR THOSE WHO WANT PERSONALIZATION and those who would like a smaller learning environment and personalized attention. STUDENTS WHO WOULD LIKE A FRESH START and seek a new environment, innovative learning methods, and the opportunity to expand their network. STUDENTS THAT SEEK STABILITY and a school experience that is constant despite their location changing. SCHOOLS WHO WANT TO EXPAND their offerings and deliver courses to students that they do not teach. STUDENTS WHO WANT TO TAKE DIFFERENT COURSES that are not offered at their school or more advanced courses for acceleration. HOMESCHOOLED STUDENTS who are learning from home and would like supplemental courses. STUDENTS THAT WOULD LIKE A NEW OPPORTUNITY and would like to take a summer catch-up course. ATHLETES, ACTORS and others who would like to balance their passions with school. STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES such as health challenges and who cannot make it to the classroom. 03 WITH FULL GUARANTEES Academica International Studies is recognized by and registered with the Florida Department of Education as a private school and is accredited by Cognia, the largest and most prestigious global accreditation body for schools. Florida Department of Education Cognia Accreditation NCAA approved courses College Board AP Courses ROBUST COURSE OFFERINGS AIS offers a variety of courses, ensuring all learners have access to quality courses and meet all school requirements across academic disciplines. AIS courses are NCAA and College Board approved. We continuously expand course offerings and ensure that students’ college needs are met. ACADEMICA INTERNATIONAL STUDIES RECEIVES THE PRESIDENTIAL E” AWARDS This is the highest honor U.S. export service providers can receive from the U.S. Government. 04 WHAT THEY SAYSince I was little, I enjoyed learning new things, so that when my school offered students to participate in the Dual Diploma Program, I was very interested. This really turned out to be a great decision since I enjoy improving my English, and to learn things from another perspective as well as getting the opportunity to take courses that are not offered at my school. Anna Lena Wellemin, student from Germany My best-loved school subjects are history, math and government, and for this reason, I immensely enjoyed my three-year course in the Dual Diploma Program, during which I learned new math topics and studied U.S. history and U.S. government. The best thing was participating in the live sessions and specially meeting experts thanks to the Let’s get Inspired email alerts. Giulio Colombo, student from Italy I am responsible for all things pedagogic with Dual Diploma Germany. I love hearing how students are progressing and my main motivation is that Dual Diploma Program can enrich, enhance and broaden the horizons of all participants. John Lazaridis, Program Director from Germany What I love about the program is that the students are learning essential skills that they will need not only in school, but also in their professional lives. Such as, reading and responding to emails, organizing online meetings, communicating with others if they have doubts, improving their time management… Jameson Webb, Program Director from Spain Having lived and studied abroad, I know first-hand the value that multicultural educational opportunities have for students, and thus I’m extremely excited about our collaboration with Academica. Through the program, students are not only reinforcing their English knowledge, but also building new relationships that will help them succeed in their studies. Martin Mathus, Program Director from Mexico My experience...