THE SCHOOL. The American School Foundation of Guadalajara (ASFG), Mexico, is a private, non-profit non-sectarian institution located in a suburb of this city. Offering an American-style education, it is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and by the Mexican Secretary of Public Education The primary language of instruction is English.

THE STUDENT POPULATION. ASFG serves a diverse population consisting of approximately 85% Mexicans, 13% U.S. citizens, and 2% other nationalities. Students wishing to study here must pass an admission examination and demonstrate satisfactory academic performance and good conduct from his/her past school.

THE FACILITY. This day school operates on a five acre campus with modern buildings which include: 86 classrooms, an auditorium, two libraries/media centers, infirmary, three science laboratories, four computer labs (IBM, Macintosh, and Apple IIGS), an olympic-size swimming pool, weight room, and a multipurpose gymnasium. The high school library has the largest English reading collection in the State of Jalisco and one of the largest in Mexico

THE ACADEMIC PROGRAM. The ASFG curriculum offers all students a well-rounded, challenging education that will prepare them for the twenty-first century. Twenty-four Carnegie units are required in the following areas in order to graduate:

¥English 4

¥Mathematics (Algebra plus two additional units*) 3

¥Social Science (U.S. History, one semester U.S. Government, plus two additional units) 3.5

¥Science (Biology plus two additional units) 3

¥Foreign Language 2

¥Computer Literacy 1

*In some cases Accounting I/II may be counted as a math credit.

Advanced Placement courses are offered in English Language and Composition, English Literature, Physics, Biology, Calculus, Spanish Language and Computer Science. Honors courses are offered in English (grades 9-12), Biology, Physics, Algebra II, and Trig./Pre-Calculus. Teacher recommendation is required for admission to Honors and AP courses. Other courses that enrich a student's schedule are Great Books, Accounting, Model United Nations (teacher recommendation required), Economics, Philosophy, Psychology, Methods of Investigation, Drama , Music, Hispanic Literature and Composition, Art, Marketing, Finance, Mexican History, Civics, Computer Science, and Career Orientation.

OUR UNIQUE DUAL PROGRAM. The majority of our high school students are enrolled in a dual program, receiving both a U.S. high school diploma and Mexican bachillerato at the end of four years. These students, besides taking the required English, History, Science and Math courses, are also enrolled in additional courses that fulfill the Mexican program course requirements. Every student in the Mexican bachillerato program is required to do 480 hours of community service over four years.

GRADING SYSTEM. The grading system is as follows: A=90-100; B=80-89; C=70-79; D=65-69; F=below 65. Grade point averages are based on a scale of 4.0. Honors and AP courses are weighted. The college recommending mark is C; the lowest passing grade is D (60).

HONORS. Honors are awarded to those students who, at the end of grade 12, have maintained an average of 90 or better each semester of high school. Honor Roll certificates are awarded to students who earn an 90 average each semester.

THE FACULTY. The ASFG faculty is student-centered and highly skilled in their particular areas of expertise. Teachers come from various regions of the U.S., Mexico, Canada, and Europe. Fifty percent hold an advanced degree; several have Ph.D's and one is a Fulbright Scholar. Two teachers have served as readers for AP exams and three have attended AP training sessions. In addition, one is a published author.

COLLEGE PLACEMENT. The Guidance Counselor works directly with students in their college planning. Students have the opportunity to listen to presentations by college admission representatives from the U.S. and Mexico. Because it is difficult for many students to actually visit U.S. postsecondary institutions, effort is made to put students in touch with Guadalajara residents who have studied in the U.S. The Class of '92 had two Commended and one National Merit Semi-Finalist; the Class of '94 had one Commended student in PSAT/NMSQT competition and one National Hispanic Scholar; and the Class of '96 had one commended student in PSAT competition. SAT I scores for the Class of '95 compare favorably to other groups of students world-wide.

ASFG All Students in American U.S. National U.S. Independent Students Overseas Schools Average Schools

Verbal 453 429 424 469 Math 545 523 478 530

(not recentered scores)

Ninety-five percent of ASFG graduates attend university in the U.S., Mexico, and Canada. Over the past four years ASFG students have attended the following post-secondary institutions:

Arizona State, Boston University, Brown, Brigham Young University, Bryn Mawr, Cornell University, El Camino College, Emerson, Grinnell, Lewis and Clark, Mesa State College, MIT, Pensacola Christian College, Point Loma Nazarene, Southwestern University, Swarthmore (3), Texas Christian UnivSQT competition and one National Hispanic Scholar; and the Class of '96 had one commended student in PSAT competition. SAT I scores for the Class of '95 compare favorably to other groups of students world-wide.

ASFG All Students in American U.S. National U.S. Independent Students Overseas Schools Average Schools

Verbal 453 429 424 469 Math 545 523 478 530

(not recentered scores)

Ninety-five percent of ASFG graduates attend university in the U.S., Mexico, and Canada. Over the past four years ASFG students have attended the following post-secondary institutions:

Arizona State, Boston University, Brown, Brigham Young University, Bryn Mawr, Cornell University, El Camino College, Emerson, Grinnell, Lewis and Clark, Mesa State College, MIT, Pensacola Christian College, Point Loma Nazarene, Southwestern University, Swarthmore (3), Texas Christian University, Tulane University, University of Pennsylvania, USC, Universities of: Colorado at Boulder (3), New Hampshire, Liverpool, Texas at Austin, Westchester State, West Virginia University (2), ITAM, ITESO, Tec de Monterrey (Campus Monterrey and Guadalajara), Universidad Autonoma de Guadalajara, Universidad de Guadalajara, Universidad de las Americas, Universidad Iberoamericana, Universidad Panamericana, and UNIVA.

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES. We believe that education extends outside the classroom and that student activities are an integral part of building a positive school community. Students may participate in a variety of activities which include Student Council, Yearbook, Math Club, Chess Club, Ecology Club, Literary Magazine, and Music Appreciation. ASFG has both male and female athletic teams in basketball, volleyball and soccer. Many students live some distance from the school and so it is often difficult for them to participate in after-school activities. Those who do become involved dedicate a great deal of time and are very committed to these activities.

SCHOOL ADDRESS. Colomos 2100, Apdo. 6-280, Guadalajara, Jalisco 44640, Mexico. Telephone - 817-3363; Fax - 817-3356. e-mail: asfg@warrior.asfg.mx