GUIDING STATEMENTS
Mission
To ensure that its students attain high academic success; have equal fluency in Turkish and English; and adapt to the ever-changing world as positive leaders while developing the necessary skills, attitudes and sense of responsibility to serve their country and humanity as well-rounded global citizens.
Vision
To contribute to a sustainable world by cultivating exceptional learning experiences that enhance personal well-being, advance academic achievement, and empower individuals to create positive change globally.
Motto
Enter to learn, depart to serve
Goals
Knowledge
· Use reason, and scientific and critical thinking as a guide with full commitment to the ideals of Atatürk
· Demonstrate high academic success and dedication to lifelong learning
· Acquire the skills of how to obtain and evaluate knowledge, use the information responsibly, and gain digital competence
Global Citizenship
· Multilingualism
· Respect and celebrate cultural diversity
· Act ethically in accordance with strong values and principles
· Understand the value of the right to life for all living beings and the ideals of democracy / Recognize the importance of the right to life for all living beings and uphold the principles of democracy.
· Embracing a gender-equal society
· Understand climate issues and work diligently to protect the environment
Well-Roundedness
· Adapt creatively and innovatively to the times using scientific inquiry, literary and artistic approaches, information technology and the social sciences
· Embody responsibility, self-confidence, initiative, teamwork and risk-taking; be an effective communicator/change-maker with strong leadership, organizational and time management skills
· Develop both physically and spiritually, display psychological resilience and flexibility, while understanding the value of living a healthy life
· Care about and participate in social service activities
DEFINITION OF HIGH-QUALITY LEARNING
High-quality learning is a continuous process of discovery and transformation which begins with curiosity and continues with the learner’s effort to access, evaluate, and apply knowledge while building skills.
The reflections of this process within the ACI community are as follows:
● Adopts an approach grounded in reason and science.
● Embraces universal ethical principles.
● Demonstrates a growth mindset.
● Prioritizes physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.
● Takes responsibility for their own learning.
● Is a mindful reader and writer.
● Develops awareness and skills in digital citizenship.
● Shares ideas freely and is open to different perspectives.
● Thinks critically and creatively.
● Benefits from differentiated educational opportunities.
● Develops an open perspective towards local and global cultural differences.
● Establishes interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary connections to gain a holistic perspective.
● Engages in learning experiences beyond the school environment.
● Builds connections with life.
● Discovers areas of interest.
● Contributes to social and environmental sustainability.
In summary, high-quality learning changes the person, their perspective and, thus, the world.
GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP
At ACI, we celebrate multilingualism and respect cultural diversity. We act with strong principles rooted in human rights, democracy, and gender equality. We strive to be responsible environmental stewards and work toward a sustainable world. Through adherence to these values, we endeavor to be responsible citizens of the world.
Updated on Jan 25,2025