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Welcome to the Tiger Way

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.

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More than a tradition, a moment they will carry with them. 

During the Senior Banner Unveiling, the Class of 2027 celebrated the beginning of their final year at ANS as they revealed the banner that will represent their class throughout this final chapter, a symbol of their identity, unity, and the legacy they are beginning to leave behind.

But the heart of the moment came through the words written especially for them. Each senior received a surprise letter from their parents, filled with pride, encouragement, memories, and love.

A meaningful beginning to a year they will never forget.💜✨

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We are incredibly proud to celebrate our 10th-grade student, Helena Lau, who has been selected to play for Nicaragua’s U17 Women’s National Soccer Team!

This marks the second consecutive year that Helena has represented Nicaragua on the national stage, a remarkable achievement that reflects her dedication, talent, and perseverance.

Our entire community is proud of Helena as she continues choosing her path to greatness and roaring with courage. We can’t wait to see all that she will accomplish next!

Helena, we’re roaring with you!🐯
Our After-School Program is officially underway at ANS!

With 33 different After-School Programs offered across ANS, our one of a kind program in Nicaragua has expanded to provide students with even more ways  to explore their interests, develop new skills, stay active, and express their creativity. 

From athletics to arts and enrichment, this wider selection gives every student the opportunity to discover what inspires them. At ANS, we encourage every student to explore new possibilities and Choose their Path to Excellence.

Because at ANS, learning doesn’t stop when the school day ends. 💙

Here’s to a great start to our After-School Programs! ✨🐯

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Throughout College & Career Exploration Week, our students had the opportunity to take meaningful steps toward discovering their interests and thinking about their future.

This week started with our students completing their MAP assessments, allowing them to reflect on their academic growth and continue building toward their future goals.

Then, continued with university presentations and meaningful conversations with professionals from a variety of fields, including marketing, medicine, business, and more. Students had the opportunity to ask questions, learn about different college and career pathways, and gain a better understanding of the possibilities available to them. 🌎💼🩺

It was a week filled with experiences designed to help our students discover their interests, explore new opportunities, and begin envisioning the paths they may choose in the future. 💙🐯

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Ready to unleash your inner artist? The academies hosted at ANS are bringing amazing programs for creators and performers of all ages! Whether you want to move, paint, or play, we have something just for you:

💃 Folkloric Academy – Discover the beautiful rhythms and dances of Nicaragua.
 🎭 Spotlight Performing Arts Academy – Shine on stage with classes in jazz, ballet, theater, and dance. 
🎨 Tigers Art – Learn incredible drawing and painting techniques. 
🎸 Philomena Music – Find your voice or master the strings with singing and guitar lessons.

Make sure to watch until the end of the video for all our contact information. 

See you soon!

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We are proud to celebrate Beatriz Gómez, our Secondary School Assistant Principal, who was awarded the Certificate of International School Leadership by the Principals’ Training Center (PTC) this July 2026! 🎓

For the past three years, Beatriz has dedicated her summers to professional development, completing four specialized courses.

Through this experience, she has deepened her knowledge and strengthened her leadership toolkit, bringing valuable international best practices back to ANS.
Her commitment to continuous learning reflects our dedication to strengthening our leadership, processes, and educational practices as a leading international school.
We are proud to have leaders who continue to learn, grow, and lead with purpose.

The Tiger Way: Achieve. Lead. Roar. 🐯

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