We believe that… • All people have worth in a global community. • People learn at different rates and in different ways • Honesty and integrity build trust among all stakeholders. • Cultural diversity develops relationships and enriches life experiences. • Passion and commitment motivate, inspire, and empower life-long learners. • Quality education yields personal and community growth Overview: The School provides a new and developed standard of education (American International) where English Language is the medium of instruction within parameters established by the quality standards of Cognia and the Saudi Arabian Ministry of Education. Curriculum Overview: The curriculum at DAS is standards-based, meaning that the content taught is designed to meet educational standards in each content area at each grade level. The American Common Core standards form the basis of DAS curriculum and have been adapted to reflect the specific goals of the school. The scope and sequence of the curriculum is designed to ensure that, in meeting the standards, each student is also exposed to a wide range of texts, content, and ideas on a global scale. The content and themes comprising the overall DAS curriculum is designed to promote cultural sensitivity and global awareness, and to cultivate respect and appreciation for Arabic traditions and Islamic culture.