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.
โณ The Interscholastic Golf Tournament 2026 was an absolute success! A special shoutout to the participating schools that made this competition so great: Lincoln International Academy, St. Augustine Preparatory School, and the American Nicaraguan School. We are so proud of our student golfers who took to the course and truly showcased excellence, focus, and sportsmanship. Enjoy the event photos sponsored by ZEGESA!
๐ We also want to highlight that this incredible event was a Capstone Project led by Marcelo Vargas, a proud member of the Class of 2026. Amazing job bringing this vision to life, Marcelo!
Join us in celebrating this year`s winners:
๐ฅ Individual Tournament
1st Place: Marcelo Vargas (ANS)
2nd Place: Richard Downing
3rd Place: Bryan Mathews
โจ Special Mini
1st Place: Nicolas Lugo
2nd Place: Matheo Castillo (ANS)
3rd Place: Mauricio Aguirreurreta (ANS)
๐ฅ Pairs Scramble
1st Place: Noah Galo & Abril Galo
2nd Place: Lilliam Molina & Christianne Mills
3rd Place: Oscar Montes & Bergman Castillo (ANS)
๐ค A Huge Thank You to Our Sponsors! An event like this wouldn`t be possible without the incredible community backing us. Thank you for investing in our young athletes and making this tournament a memorable one:
ZEGESA โข Dr. Jorge Ibarra Clรญnica Mรฉdica y estรฉtica โข Sports Medicine โข Luna Agua Purificada โข Vitalit โข D`Gala โข Hacienda Iguana โข RCA
Huge cheers to the extraordinary Class of 2026! Today, we celebrate our brilliant Salutatorian, Juan Pablo Argรผello! ๐
Juan Pablo is set to embark on his academic journey at the University of Notre Dame, where heโll delve into the fascinating world of Mechanical Engineering. We canโt wait to see his analytical brilliance shine! โ๏ธ
๐ก Capstone Spotlight: CLAWs of Creation โ Through the club he co-founded with Sebastian Ortiz, Juan Pablo taught students the complexities of CAD and 3D printing. His work is empowering future innovators to conquer their goals with confidence and success, and itโs a testament to the spirit of service that defines our school community. ๐ ๏ธ
Juan Pablo, your commitment to creating meaningful change and addressing real-world challenges makes us all extremely proud. Hereโs to paving new paths and building a bright future! โ๏ธโจ
Congratulations to our incredible Seniors of 2026 on your graduation today! Today, we put the spotlight on our outstanding valedictorian, Esteban Toledo! ๐
Esteban is heading off to the University of Chicago to pursue his passion for Economics. Weโre so excited to see him make his mark on the world! ๐
๐ก Capstone Spotlight: FieCap โ Estebanโs innovative gamified savings app designed to encourage positive financial habits. Itโs all about empowering others through financial literacy and smart decision-making. Heโs truly inspiring the next generation! ๐ฑ
Esteban, your dedication and passion make ANS proud every single day. Hereโs to new adventures and endless success in your future! ๐โจ
Weโve 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. ๐๏ธโจ
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. ๐งฎ๐๐ง
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. ๐ผ๐๐ฉบ
The wait is almost over. We celebrate your dedication today and look forward to the official celebration tomorrow. ๐๐๐
We are incredibly proud of our ANS student-athletes for their determination, teamwork, and excellence on the field this yearโs Prix Cup. Huge congratulations to our soccer teams for bringing home the trophies! โฝ๏ธ
๐ฅ Soccer Junior Varsity Girls - CHAMPIONS!
๐งค Lourdes Ochoa - Best Goalkeeper
๐ Olivia Martรญnez - Top Scorer
๐ฅ Soccer Junior Varsity Boys - 3rd Place
Drop a ๐ in the comments to congratulate our amazing athletes! Letโs 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!
Letโs show our support as they compete alongside other schools and academies, including: Lincoln International Academy, Colegio Alemรกn Nicaragรผense, FENIGIM, and Tigers Gymnastics Academy.
Join us:
Date: Saturday, May 23rd
Location: National Gymnastics Gymnasium (located at Polideportivo Espaรฑa, Managua)
Graduation is only 2 days away! We are so excited to celebrate two more seniors from the Class of 2026. ๐๐
๐ 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 FinSightโa 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. ๐ป๐
๐ 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! ๐๏ธ๐ฅ๏ธ
Itโs almost graduation day, our countdown is on itโs 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. ๐๐
๐ Natalia Gรณmez 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! ๐๐ฐ
๐ Idacelia Gutiรฉrrez 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. โ๏ธ๐
Letโs hear it for these trailblazing seniors who are already making a massive impact through education and leadership. The countdown is almost over! ๐
