The Modern American School , as a private and progressive K-12 international school structured on the American curriculum, believes that:

• Every student has unique and individual needs and gifts that must be recognized and responded to.
• Education must develop in each student an awareness and appreciation for the spirit of internationalism and global values.
• Each student must be constantly encouraged to develop a sense of responsibility, self-discipline, respect for self and others, and social and cultural awareness.
• All students should be challenged to develop to their fullest potential and pursue excellence in all aspects of their lives.

The Modern American School is dedicated to providing

• A supportive and positive climate that encourages the development of individual potential, a positive self-image, and respect for others and their culture.
• Opportunities for the development of knowledge and skills for future educational goals and life-long learning.
• An educational experience that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of a diverse student body.