Founded in 1944, ANS creates a community of learners where innovation drives dynamic learning experiences. Curiosity is the driver of learning at ANS, where students develop passions that allow them to maximize their leadership potential and make meaningful change with a global impact in society.
Just 32 days stand between the Class of 2026 and the graduation stage, and today weโre shining the spotlight on two phenomenal seniors who have led with creativity and impact throughout their high school journey! ๐๐
๐ Nicole Benavente has her sights set on Universidad de Navarra to study Audiovisual Communication. For her Capstone project, Nicole took the lead in marketing primary afterschool activities, implementing strategic campaigns designed to boost parent engagement and increase student enrollment. Her ability to connect and communicate is already bringing our school community closer together! ๐ฅ๐๐ค
๐ Javiera Holamnn will be taking her talents to Texas Christian University to pursue a degree in Communications. Merging creativity with the voice of the community, Javieraโs Capstone project focused on gathering direct student feedback to design stylish new hoodies for the Tiger Store. She has proven that listening to your audience is the ultimate key to a successful brand! ๐
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Letโs give a huge round of applause to these brilliant communicators as they pave their way toward bright futures. We are just kicking off the Senior Countdown, so stay tuned for plenty more incredible stories to come! ๐๐ผ๐
What an unforgettable day of innovation at last Friday`s third annual TigerBot Championship! ๐ค๐ A massive congratulations to all the talented students who put their engineering skills to the test.
Here are the official results:
Elementary Category
๐ฅ 1st Place: ANS - Spikey
๐ฅ 2nd Place: ANS - Avocabros
๐ฅ 3rd Place: ANS- Flaming Pickles
Junior Category
๐ฅ 1st Place: Col. La Asunciรณn - Mini Shark
๐ฅ 2nd Place: ANS - Triple Team
๐ฅ 3rd Place: ANS - Task Failed Successfully (scuba)
Senior Category
๐ฅ 1st Place: ANS - Farewell Father Christopher
๐ฅ 2nd Place: Col. La Asunciรณn - Unmentionables
๐ฅ 3rd Place: ANS - Saxofon
A huge shoutout to our incredible ANS teams for an outstanding performance across the board, and a special congratulations to Col. La Asunciรณn for bringing the heat and taking home top honors in the Junior division! The future of robotics is in amazing hands. ๐โ๏ธ
For Book Day, our Early Education Center students brought stories to life during Hat Celebration Day, showcasing imaginative hats inspired by their favorite books! ๐๐ฉ From playful characters to magical worlds, this joyful activity sparked creativity and celebrated the power of reading across our community.
Our 4th graders celebrated their extensive reading work this past Tuesday with a special focus on Reading History!
Students took center stage with amazing panel presentations, sharing their deep dive into the American Revolution. From uncovering the causes to discussing key figures and the revolution`s lasting impact. ๐
In exactly 33 days, the Class of 2026 will officially toss their caps, and today we are thrilled to feature two dynamic seniors who have brought massive energy and connection to our campus! ๐๐
๐ Camilla Rodrรญguez is off to Tulane University to study Marketing and Design. With her creative vision and passion for community, she has truly left a lasting mark on our school`s culture, and she is ready to take her talents to the next level! ๐จโจ
๐ Eugenia Guerrero is heading to the University of Miami to pursue Marketing with a minor in Data Analytics. Utilizing her strategic mindset and drive to connect with others, she is more than ready to make waves in the business world! ๐๐
For their shared Capstone, Camilla and Eugenia joined forces to co-found Project ROARโa dynamic marketing initiative aimed at increasing school spirit and improving campus communication through weekly announcements and newsletters. Letโs give it up for these future leaders who are paving their paths with drive, determination, and vision.
With only 34 days left until graduation, the Class of 2026 is almost ready to walk the stage, and today weโre spotlighting two extraordinary seniors whose empathy, intellect, and drive have left a lasting mark on our community! ๐๐
๐ Claire Ponรงon is off to The Pennsylvania State University to study Psychology. For her Capstone, Claire translated her passion for well-being into action by writing a mental health guide for teenagers, drawing inspiration from her own book, Mi Vida con Vos. Her commitment to supporting others proves she is ready to make a profound impact in the mental health field. ๐๐
๐ Melissa Solรณrzano is heading to Texas Christian University as a proud recipient of the Purple and White Scholarship to pursue a degree in Neuroscience! Deeply curious about the human mind, for her Capstone project, Melissa explored perceptions of neurodiversity by conducting insightful interviews and sharing her findings through an engaging blog. Sheโs already breaking down stigmas and fostering a deeper understanding of how our beautifully diverse brains work! ๐ง ๐งฌ๐ป
The clock is officially ticking for the Class of 2026 as we kick off our Senior Countdown! Today, at 35 days until graduation, we are celebrating two incredible seniors who have left their mark through creativity, leadership, and hard work. โฑ๏ธ๐
๐ Esteban Toledo is off to the University of Chicago as a prestigious Odyssey Scholar to study Economics. For his Capstone project, Esteban combined his financial know-how with technology to develop FieCapโa gamified savings app designed to encourage positive financial habits. His innovative approach shows that managing money can be both smart and fun! ๐๐ป๐ฐ
๐ Eugenio Gurdiรกn is heading to Northwestern University to pursue Industrial Engineering. Driven by a desire to build the next generation of problem solvers, Eugenio dedicated his Capstone to researching the impact of engineering education from a young age. His forward-thinking work is laying the groundwork to inspire future innovators! โ๏ธ๐๏ธ๐ก
Letโs give it up for these future leaders who are paving their paths with drive, determination, and vision. The countdown to graduation has officially begun!
Get ready to support our very own ANS Robotics teams at the Tigerbot Championship! ๐ These brilliant minds have been designing, building, and coding non-stop to give it their all. Let`s show them that the whole ANS community is behind them! ๐โ๏ธ
