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.
With only 15 days left until graduation, the finish line is in sight for the Class of 2026. Today, weâre recognizing two more seniors!
đ Sofia Pereira is headed to Tulane University to study Neuroscience with a minor in Psychology. For her Capstone project, "Brainology," Sofia developed and taught a specialized curriculum to 4th-grade students. She would like to thank the 4th graders for allowing her to share her passion and hopes to see the program implemented at the primary level in the future. Additionally, Sofiaâs journey was shaped by her meaningful internship at Tesoro de Dios, where she dedicated her time to serving others. đ§ đ§Źđ
đ Mia Coloma will be moving to Austin, Texas, to attend St. Edward`s University. Mia plans to pursue a degree in Psychology, continuing her academic focus on human behavior and mental health as she transitions to this next chapter in the Lone Star State. đïžđŠ
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Congratulations to these two for their hard work and focus. We are down to the final two weeks!
The countdown is officially in the home stretchâonly 16 days until the Class of 2026 takes the stage. Today, weâre highlighting two seniors who have balanced their academic goals with real-world leadership and community impact.
đ Alberto BlandĂłn will be attending St. Edward`s University to pursue a degree in Business Administration. For his Capstone, Alberto took a deep dive into organizational behavior, examining worker satisfaction and communication at Sport Slam to propose data-driven improvements. His initiative shows a practical, professional mindset ready for the business world.
đ Martin Zamora is headed to the University of Miami to study Economics. For his Capstone project, Martin focused on community service and mentorship by leading a youth group at his church. His ability to guide and support younger peers demonstrates the kind of leadership he`ll bring to his future career in finance and policy.
With just over two weeks to go, these two are ready for the next chapter. Congratulations, Alberto and Martin! đïžđâš
With just a few days left until graduation, we are highlighting two more seniors from the Class of 2026 as they prepare for their next steps. âłđ
đ Marcelo Vargas is off to Southern Methodist University to pursue a degree in Business Administration. For his Capstone, Marcelo took on the logistical challenge of organizing an intercollegiate golf tournament. He successfully managed the planning, coordination, and execution required to host a multi-school athletic event. âłđđïžââïž
đ Alejandro Matus is heading to Tulane University to major in Business Management with a minor in Entrepreneurial Business. For his Capstone project, Alejandro researched the long-term impact of early financial education. His research was directly based on the data and experiences he gathered from a PAW workshop he led during his junior year, highlighting the practical value of teaching financial literacy to young students. đđĄđŒ
Congratulations to Alejandro and Marcelo on completing their projects and wrapping up their high school.. đđđïž
Discover our World Cupâinspired Summer Camp for ages 3â12, featuring engaging and purposeful programs designed to make every moment of the summer count.
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Program Details:
Dates: June 15th - July 10th
Schedule: Monday thru Friday
Time: 8:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Location: ANS Campus
Open to children from any school!
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We are incredibly proud to share the outstanding results of our ANS gymnasts at the latest Gymnastics Championship in honor of Athleteâs Day! Our athletes showed immense dedication, skill, and passion. Join us in celebrating their hard-earned medals!
Level 5 Standouts
- Cecilia Cortez: 5 Gold Medals! Recognized as the highest-level athlete in the entire competition! She was crowned Champion in Floor, Beam, Uneven Bars, Vault, and the All-Around. Simply amazing!
- Mila Lara: 5 Silver Medals! Incredible performance across all apparatuses.
Level 3 Standouts
- Andrea Bendaña: Silver in Jump and Bars
- Isabel Salgado: Silver in Floor and Bronce in Bars
Level 2 Standouts
- MarĂa Gabriela Beltre (Ages 7-8): All-Around Champion! Gold in Floor & Bars, Silver in Vault & Beam.
- Andrea Del Carmen (Ages 7-8): Silver in Floor, Vault, and the All-Around! đ„
- Luciana Paguaga (Age 11): Gold in Floor!
- Valentina Flores (Age 10): Bronze in Floor! đ„
Level 1 Standouts
- Eleana Sequeira: Gold in Jump and Silver in All-around
- Alice Ortiz: Silver in Bars
- Eva Gohring: Silver in Floor
- Malak Shihab: Silver in Floor and Bronze in Jump
Our Amazing Novice Team
- Alexandra Tereschenko: Gold in Vault, Silver in Floor
- Catalina Reyes: 2 Silver Medals (Vault and Floor)
- Emely Guerrero: Gold in Floor đ„, Bronze in Vault
- Catalina HernĂĄndez: Gold in Vault
- Luciana Morin: Bronze in Floor
- Luciana Chamorro: Silver in Jump
Congratulations to all our girls for representing us with such excellence and heart! Leave some love for our champions in the comments!
Our athletes brought the heat to the 5th MINED Departmental Athletics Championship at IND Managua! Our athletes dominated the field and track with incredible speed. We are thrilled to announce that our Gold Medalist have officially qualified for the Athletics National Championship!
đ„ The Champions (1st Place)
Nataly Yang: Departamental Champion â Javelin Throw
Alberto Betto: Departamental Champion â High Jump
Alexia De Villers: Departamental Champion â High Jump
4 x 100m Relays
đ„ Womenâs (Time 54.14) - Vanessa Wheelock, Bernadette Mendieta, Alexia De Villers, and Chloe Hong
đ„ Menâs (Time 49.33) - Mauricio Mendieta, Camilo Quintana, Seungyoon Jung and Alberto Betto
Beyond our National qualifiers, our team brought home an incredible haul of medals across multiple disciplines. Please join us in celebrating their outstanding achievements;
đ„ The Runners-Up (2nd Place)
Nataly Yang: Shot Put
Vanessa Wheelock: Womenâs 100m
Mauricio Mendieta: Menâs 400m
Alexia De Villers: Long Jump
đ„ Podium Finishers & Top Ranks
Bernadette Mendieta: 3rd Place â Womenâs 100m & 200m
Alexia De Villers: 3rd Place â Womenâs 400m
Mauricio Mendieta: 3rd Place â Long Jump
Andrea Benard: 4th Place â Womenâs 400m
Special Shoutout: Camilo Quintana earned an Honorable Mention in the Men`s 400m qualifiers, clocking in a lightning-fast time of 1:01.85!
We are incredibly proud of every student who pushed their limits and represented our school with determination. Next stop: Nationals! đȘđ„
The tassels are practically in our hands as we officially hit the 24-day mark until graduation! đâš Let`s keep the celebration going by spotlighting two incredible seniors who are ready to take on the world:
đ Keymi GurdiĂĄn is bound for Universitat Abat Oliba CEU to study Marketing and Commercial Management. On top of this exciting step, she has been accepted into the prestigious CEU Merit Program, meaning 100% of her degree fees are fully covered! For her Capstone project, Keymi blended her business acumen with her heart by creating "Home 4 Paws," a bilingual website designed to market adoptable animals to our community. đŸđ»đ
đ Alessandra Palaviccini is heading to Indiana University Bloomington to pursue a degree in Dietetics with a minor in Personal Well-being. Passionate about health from an early age, Alessandra focused her Capstone on our youngest learners. She taught nutrition and healthy habits to first-grade children at ANS, using interactive lessons and engaging activities to inspire a lifetime of wellness. đđ„Šđââïž
Big cheers for these remarkable students as they prepare to turn their passions into a lifelong mission. The journey ahead is wide open, and we are so proud of the paths they`ve chosen! đ„łđđ
Friday was officially the Last Day of classes for the Class of 2026!
To celebrate this incredible milestone, our Seniors have been wrapping up their high school journey with an action-packed schedule. Swipe through to see what theyâve been up to!
UNBREAKABLE Workshop: Led by JosĂ© Bolaños, Class of â99, our seniors tackled their final CLAW activity. They learned vital strategies for building resilience, managing stress, and stepping into university life with the emotional strength and clarity they need for the future.
Life Skills 101: Getting ready for the real world! Seniors rolled up their sleeves for a Basic Car Maintenance workshop and learned essential sewing skills too.
Goose Chase & Basketball Game: Nothing brings the class together like a hilarious and competitive scavenger hunt and a friendly match of our Varsity Basketbal teams vs. Seniors.
Letters to Peers: The perfect sentimental wrap-up. Seniors spent time decorating personal folders and writing heartfelt messages to their classmates. The best part? Theyâll finally get to read these beautiful notes on Senior Farewell Day!
We are so proud of everything youâve achieved. We continue with the countdown to graduation!
