Mexico, Tampico
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The school has uniforms. Official uniforms are available through the Marlin Shop.
Food and beverages are sold on campus during ASOMEX tournaments hosted on ATS campus, organized by the ATS Development Committee.
The school is governed by The American School of Tampico Civil Association's Board of Directors. The Board supervises the administration and approves budgets, projects, and balance sheets, and assigns powers to faculty, administrators, and officers. Board members serve for a 3-year period and may be re-elected for a second term; the Board is self-perpetuating.
Founded in 1917, The American School of Tampico is a bilingual and bicultural international school in Tampico, Mexico. The academic program runs from Early Childhood through High School, with AP courses available in high school (eight AP options). Students graduate with a Diploma once they meet the graduation requirements, including full-time enrollment for three of the last four years and full-time status in 12th grade. The Language Division offers English courses and certifications (TOEFL iBT, TOEIC, SIELE) and is authorized by the Mexican Ministry of Education to grant the Technical Certificate in English. Admissions use MAP and SAT tests. The 15-hectare campus blends villa-style classrooms with outdoor spaces, a man-made reservoir for field science, archeological mounds, butterfly garden, and abundant greenery. About 900 students from seven nationalities share a learning community that emphasizes character, leadership, and global citizenship. Distinctive programs include Performing Arts, Visual Arts, and a broad athletics offering.