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Mexico, Puerto Vallarta
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STEM+ Outreach extends learning beyond the campus by inviting local public school students to explore science, technology, and innovation through hands‑on activities led by ASPV middle and high school students. Students mentor younger learners, fostering collaboration and curiosity. Model United Nations (VAMUN) develops research, public speaking, writing, negotiation, teamwork, and leadership while broadening global awareness. University & College Counseling provides personalized college guidance, including a structured Seminar class and official SAT/TOEFL testing, helping students prepare for higher education.
The Music Program offers choir, ensembles, and individual lessons, promoting creativity, teamwork, and performance through school events and concerts.
The school provides bilingual education with a dual-immersion program. Elementary students receive bilingual instruction and high school graduates earn both a U.S. diploma and a Mexican bachillerato; most classes are taught in English with one Spanish language arts and one Mexican social studies class per year, producing graduates who speak English and Spanish fluently.
Sustainability Fair showcases student-driven environmental and social impact projects, with NGOs and community leaders participating. Service Day is a yearly Middle and High School‑wide day of service where students mentor and teach in local schools, support NGOs, renovate public spaces, and participate in environmental initiatives. The Wellbeing Studio offers mindfulness practices, yoga, and activities that support social‑emotional learning and overall wellness.
Service Day and the Sustainability Fair emphasize community engagement as a school pillar, with students partnering with NGOs and local communities to address local needs. The STEM+ Outreach program provides mentorship and hands‑on activities that connect ASPV students with local public schools to inspire future problem‑solvers.
Model United Nations (VAMUN) helps students develop leadership, diplomacy, and networking skills through committee work and conferences. The STEM+ Outreach program emphasizes leadership and collaboration as student mentors. The University & College Counseling team provides structured guidance and college planning, including testing and applications support.
The Sports Program offers Soccer, Basketball, Track & Field, Rhythmic Gymnastics, Archery, and Jazz Dance, with 75% of students participating in extracurricular sports. The Wellbeing Studio supports mental, emotional, and social health through mindfulness, yoga, and counseling resources.
ASPV is an independent nonprofit school in Puerto Vallarta offering a bilingual, bicultural education from early childhood through high school. It delivers a dual curriculum with a U.S. high school diploma and Mexican bachillerato, and is accredited by SAIS, Cognia, SEP, and UNAM. The Early Childhood program uses a play-based, inquiry-driven approach aligned with NAEYC practices, building bilingual proficiency from the start. Primary School provides about 70% English instruction and emphasizes literacy, numeracy, and analytical skills across both languages, with project-based learning, technology integration, sustainability, and service learning. Middle and High School operate on a block schedule with a broad range of electives; the High School includes Advanced Placement courses. Graduates earn two diplomas and are prepared for university abroad. The campus features two libraries with over 14,000 titles, on-site technology, a cafeteria, and more than 15,000 square meters of sports fields. Notable programs include STEM+ Outreach, Model United Nations (VAMUN), and the Music Program.
