Founded in 1944, ANS creates a community of learners where innovation drives dynamic learning experiences. Curiosity is the driver of learning at ANS, where students develop passions that allow them to maximize their leadership potential and make meaningful change with a global impact in society.
We’ve arrived at the final spotlight before the Class of 2026 walks the stage tomorrow. Today, we feature two seniors who have used their final year to bridge the gap between their passions and real-world application. 🏛️✨
Paulina Taboada is heading to the University of Notre Dame to pursue a dual focus in Applied & Computational Mathematics & Statistics and Economics. For her Capstone, Paulina founded Unbounded Minds, an enrichment program designed to push third graders beyond the standard math curriculum. By focusing on creative problem-solving and logic, she helped younger students build the confidence to tackle complex challenges. 🧮📊🧠
Emilia Rathwick will be attending Washington University in St. Louis, focusing on Psychology and Vocal Performance as part of her Pre-med studies. Her Capstone project focused on the intersection of arts and wellness, using music education to bolster confidence and emotional health in children. Her research highlighted the measurable benefits that creative expression has on early childhood development. 🎼🍎🩺
The wait is almost over. We celebrate your dedication today and look forward to the official celebration tomorrow. 🎓🌟🚀
We are incredibly proud of our ANS student-athletes for their determination, teamwork, and excellence on the field this year’s Prix Cup. Huge congratulations to our soccer teams for bringing home the trophies! ⚽️
🥇 Soccer Junior Varsity Girls - CHAMPIONS!
🧤 Lourdes Ochoa - Best Goalkeeper
👟 Olivia Martínez - Top Scorer
🥉 Soccer Junior Varsity Boys - 3rd Place
Drop a 👏 in the comments to congratulate our amazing athletes! Let’s go ANS!
We are hosting the Tigers Gymnastics Cup, and our student-athletes are ready to shine. This is an opportunity for our gymnasts to challenge themselves, gain experience, and show off their hard work!
Let’s show our support as they compete alongside other schools and academies, including: Lincoln International Academy, Colegio Alemán Nicaragüense, FENIGIM, and Tigers Gymnastics Academy.
Join us:
Date: Saturday, May 23rd
Location: National Gymnastics Gymnasium (located at Polideportivo España, Managua)
Graduation is only 2 days away! We are so excited to celebrate two more seniors from the Class of 2026. 🎉🎓
🎓 Ethan Daetz is off to Boston College to study Finance, and he will be attending with the prestigious BC Scholarship! For his Capstone, Ethan took on the impressive task of developing a Finance AI app called FinSight—a project that required deep technical research and a strong grasp of economics. His ability to blend modern technology with financial strategy proves he is ready to make waves in the business world. 💻📈
🎓 Sebastian Ortiz is heading to the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign to pursue Civil Engineering. Always eager to build community and share knowledge, for his Capstone project, Sebastian taught CAD and 3D printing to students through the CLAWs of Creation Club, which he proudly co-founded. He is already inspiring younger learners to design and construct the future! 🏗️🖥️
It’s almost graduation day, our countdown is on it’s final days!
With graduation just around the corner, the excitement is building for the Class of 2026! Today, we are thrilled to spotlight two incredible seniors who have dedicated their high school journeys to innovation, education, and leadership. 🚀📚
🎓 Natalia Gómez is off to the Universidad de Navarra to pursue a Dual Degree in International Economics and Finance, as a proud recipient of the Ernesto Fernandez Holmann Scholarship. For her Capstone, Natalia launched "FLIP Cubs" (Financial Leadership in Practice), a brilliant program teaching 4th graders the fundamentals of budgeting, saving, and investing. By empowering the next generation to become financial leaders, Natalia has successfully raised financial awareness in elementary school and is aiming to leave a permanent mark on the curriculum! 📉💰
🎓 Idacelia Gutiérrez is heading to Pennsylvania State University to study Mechanical Engineering. Passionate about making STEM accessible from an early age, Idacelia designed and implemented the very first engineering workshop for primary students for her Capstone project. Through engaging, hands-on projects, she introduced young learners to engineering concepts from around the globe, sparking curiosity and building the foundation for future innovators. ⚙️🌍
Let’s hear it for these trailblazing seniors who are already making a massive impact through education and leadership. The countdown is almost over! 🌟
We are incredibly proud of our 13 amazing ANS Gymnasts who dominated the floor at the LIA-Claro Gymnastics Invitational 2026! Together, they brought home the Runner Up Team banner and an incredible haul of 17 medals: 🥇 7 Gold | 🥈 4 Silver | 🥉 6 Bronze!
Here are the phenomenal individual highlights:
Level 3 Highlights
Andrea Bendaña: 🥇 Gold in Bars | 🥉 Bronze in Vault
Isabel Salgado: 🥉 Bronze in Floor
Level 2 Highlights
Valentina Flores: 🥉 Bronze in Floor
Level 1 Highlights
Malak Shihab: 🥇🥇🥇🥇🥇 Clean sweep! Gold in Floor, Vault, Bars, Beam, and All-Around!
Eleana Sequeira: 🥇 Gold in Bars | 🥈 Silver in Beam, Vault, and All-Around | 🥉 Bronze in Floor
Luciana Morin: 🥉 Bronze in Vault
Martina Cuadra: 🥉 Bronze in Vault
Congratulations to all of our athletes, coaches, and supportive parents. Your hard work and dedication shine bright! 🐯
The countdown continues as we highlight two more members of the Class of 2026 who have demonstrated technical skill and creative problem-solving during their time here. 🚀📚
🎓 Daniel Rodríguez is heading to Queens University to enroll in the Science/Mechatronics and Robotics program. For his Capstone, Daniel developed "ANS AI," an AI-powered chatbot designed to streamline communication and help students quickly access essential school information. His work reflects a focus on engineering and a commitment to using technology to solve practical, real-world challenges. 🤖💻
🎓 Maximus Parrales will attend the University of Miami to pursue a degree in Architecture. In recognition of his hard work, he was awarded both the President`s Scholarship and the President`s Architecture Scholarship. For his Capstone, Maximus designed the architectural plans for padel courts at ANS, applying professional design principles to enhance our campus facilities. 🏗️🎾
Let’s give it up for these future leaders who are paving their paths with drive, determination, and vision. The countdown is almost over!
With graduation approaching, today we are highlighting two seniors from the Class of 2026 who have demonstrated steady focus and hard work during their high school years. 🎓🗓️
🎓 Minjun Kang is preparing to study Mathematics in Korea. For his Capstone project, Minjun combined his analytical skills with social inquiry, conducting in-depth research on how perceptions of racism differ across various ethnicities within our school community. His ability to apply logical thinking to sensitive, real-world issues shows he is a thinker ready to make an impact. 📐🔢🔍
🎓 Hyunjun Shin is heading to Korea to pursue Civil Engineering. For his Capstone, Hyunjun turned his sights toward urban development, researching existing public transportation methods to design a realistic, high-efficiency transit system for Managua. His dedication to building better connections proves he’s ready to shape the cities of tomorrow! 🏗️📏🚌
Congratulations to both Minjun and Hyunjun as they prepare for their next steps. Graduation is right around the corner! 👏🌍
