ISA Mission Statement

(Adopted September 2008)

The mission of International School of Aruba is to motivate and prepare students to achieve their academic and personal best within a U.S. accredited, English language, college/university preparatory program that embraces diversity while encouraging leadership, character, and community service.

ISA Belief Statements

We believe...

• In the dignity and intrinsic worth of all individuals.
• Honesty, trust and respect are fundamental to all relationships.
• A safe, nurturing environment is essential for learning.
• Setting high expectations challenges everyone to reach higher levels of achievement.
• Developing skills including critical thinking, collaboration, and problem solving are essential to be successful in an ever changing world.
• Individuals are responsible and accountable for their choices and actions, as they relate to themselves, others and the environment.
• Developing an understanding, appreciation and respect for diversity are vital in a global
  community.
  
• A partnership amongst school, family and community is essential to foster further development and learning.
• Learning is a continual process and life long activity.

 

ISA Parameters

• ISA shall always meet the requirements of the Aruban Law.
• Nothing will take precedence over the growth and achievement of students. We will not allow policies, procedures, or behaviors that impede student success.
• All energies will be focused on the early childhood through 12 instructional and extracurricular programs.
• ISA shall always strive to meet standards for accreditation and to remain continuously accredited by a U.S. regional agency.
• We will not tolerate behavior that diminishes the dignity, self-worth, or safety of any individual.
• No new programs or service will be accepted nor will any existing program or service be retained unless it is consistent with the strategic plan.
• ISA will only accept those students for whom there is an existing appropriate educational program.
  
• All decisions will be done based on assuring the school remains fiscally responsible and operates within its own resources.
• As a proprietary school, ISA is subject to all policies and decision processes of the ISA Board.