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Bulgaria, Sofia
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The school offers a wide range of opportunities to challenge students beyond the core curriculum, spanning performing arts, athletics, technology, and community responsibility. These activities enable individual discovery and personal growth outside academic subjects. The yearly calendar features events where students showcase knowledge, creativity, and social responsibility to teachers and families. The extracurricular program supports students in reaching their fullest potential through engagement outside the classroom.
The Winter Musical Production is the school's annual performing arts event that involves the whole student body and the parent community. Students participate in acting, dance, solo singing, choir, props, makeup, and stage lighting. Through this project-based activity, students develop presentation and communication skills, teamwork, and time management. Participation yields memorable experiences and practical skills applicable to future endeavors.
International Culture Week celebrates the school's cultural diversity. The Culture Week aims to create a multicultural environment and educate global citizens. Events help students experience the richness of different nationalities at AEA and develop a broader understanding of the world. These activities align with the school's mission to educate global citizens.
The Spelling Bee Contest is conducted in front of the parent community. It provides a platform for students to demonstrate spelling skills and perseverance. The contest serves as a public showcase of knowledge, character, and dedication.
Anti-Bullying Week creates a safe and positive atmosphere for all students. It emphasizes instruction on the personal and social aspects of aggression and bullying. The school promotes mutual respect and tolerance to support a healthy school climate.
The School Life program provides opportunities in athletics, performing arts, technology, and community responsibility. These activities support physical and social well-being by encouraging teamwork, self-expression, and active participation beyond the classroom. Participation helps students develop balanced, healthy lifestyles and resilience.
American English Academy offers a U.S. standards-based program from pre-kindergarten through Grade 12, with instruction in English. The curriculum follows U.S. Common Core Standards for English Language Arts and mathematics and includes literacy in history, science, and technical subjects. The program is organized by grade level, with core courses in English, math, science, and social studies, plus electives in Art, Music, IT, and Physical Education, and after-school activities. An optional Dual Language Program for Bulgarian students (Pre-school to Grade 12) is taught in Bulgarian and English and provides double certification after each grade, aligning with both U.S. and Bulgarian standards. The school is an official AP center; students may prepare for up to five AP exams during high school. Founded in 1992 by Frank and Ruth Munsey, AEA serves about 200 students from more than 35 countries. In 2014 a new campus outside Sofia opened, earning the Building of the Year Award. The Lozen campus covers 7,400 square meters, with Promethean Smartboards, a modern library, an on-site cafeteria, and a Green Policy. Extracurriculars include Winter Musical Production, International Culture Week, Science Fair, Spelling Bee, and the AEA Science Journal. Markan Holding AD has owned the school since 2015.
