International School of Tegucigalpa

WELCOME TO THE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF TEGUCIGALPA! The International School of Tegucigalpa (IST) has been focused on providing quality education, based on Christian principles, and a multicultural environment of excellence for academic To be a leading, Christ-centered, international school dedicated to transforming Honduras. To provide a Christ-centered, bilingual, multicultural, 21st century, American standard based education in a collaborative, engaging, and personalized learning environment. All core subjects in grades Pre-Kinder through 12 Grade are taught in English, by certified teachers. Teachers hold a bachelors degree in education or a teaching license from a North American institution. In addition there are faculty and administration who hold a Masters/Doctors degree in education or business administration. Curriculum experts are brought in from Canada or USA annually to consult the material being taught. Over the last 20 years, the world has changed significantly and the pace of this change is accelerating. Globalization, the increasingly rapid growth in information and technology, and significant social changes are just a few of the challenges and opportunities facing students today. With this in mind, we are providing our students with an education that develops the Christian mind, nurtures the soul, and shapes the character for today and for the future, so that they can face these challenges with confidence. As you browse our web site, we trust that you will discover a vibrant academic community dedicated to instilling and cultivating excellence in all facets of our students lives. Christ is central to each of our belief systems as individual professionals and He is integrated within the curriculum. Students are punctual, prepared, and on task; they display a positive attitude, strive to reach their full potential, and spend time on assignments to ensure that they are well done.