College Counseling Program

A huge congratulations to our graduates, who are heading off to colleges worldwide to delve into an incredible spectrum of fields, and to those embarking on exciting gap years - we are so proud of all of you!

With the school year drawing to a close, it is wonderful to see so many students with finalized schedules and exciting summer plans on the horizon. From internships and volunteer work to specialized summer programs, our students are doing amazing things. A special shout-out to our rising seniors for planning ahead so beautifully and taking proactive steps toward their next chapters. Way to go!

Amidst all the productivity, we want to remind you that rest is a necessity, not a luxury. Please use this summer to disconnect from school stress, bond with family and friends, and check in with yourselves. Eat good food, sleep in, and enjoy your hobbies. We look forward to seeing you all refreshed when we are back in school in August. Wishing you all a safe, happy, and restful summer break! 

Keep up the great work, everyone—the finish line is in sight! All students and parents are reminded that they are always welcome to schedule counselor meetings. Grades 9&10 parents with Ms. Kate (ktouchtonleonard@acsamman.edu.jo) and Grades 11&12 with Ms. Kurdi (rkurdi@acsamman.edu.jo).

Social/Emotional Counseling Program

Counselor’s Corner: A Year of Tenacity, Togetherness, and Turning the Page

As we reach the final days of the school year, it is natural to look back and reflect on the journey that brought us here. This year has been unlike any other. It was a year marked by unexpected changes, regional conflict, and sudden ordered departures that scattered our community across the globe.

Yet, when I look back at the last ten months, those challenges are not what define this year. What defines this year is how this community met those moments.

You met uncertainty with tenacity. You met separation with an unyielding commitment to stay connected. Most importantly, you managed to find and protect moments of genuine joy—in the classrooms, on the athletic fields, in the art studios, and over endless Google Meet links. Whether you spent the spring semester adjusting to stay-in-place procedures in Amman or navigating a double reality from a temporary home abroad, your resilience has been nothing short of extraordinary.

Grateful for the Past, Excited for the Future

As we close this chapter, we do so with a deep appreciation for the growth we’ve experienced together. We have learned that the ACS community is not bound by a physical campus; it is a mindset and a network of support that moves with us, wherever we go.

While we look back with pride, we also look forward with immense excitement. To our returning students, we are already preparing a vibrant, welcoming campus for your return in the fall. To our Seniors, you leave us fully equipped with a unique strength of character that will serve you well as you step into university life and adulthood.

Bittersweet Farewells

Saying goodbye at the end of an international school year is always emotional, but this year carries a unique weight. We are bidding farewell to many beloved students, families, and staff members who are moving on to new chapters and new schools over the summer.

To our evacuated students who are transitioning directly from abroad: it is particularly painful that we cannot give you the in-person goodbye and the proper send-off you so richly deserve. Please know that your absence is felt deeply today, and your impact on our school remains intact. Distance does not diminish the closure you have earned. To everyone leaving the ACS family this year—whether you are sitting in Amman or logging in from afar—thank you for leaving your mark on our community. You will always have a home here.

Wishing You a Restful Summer

To our entire high school family, thank you for your partnership, your empathy, and your trust throughout this year. I wish you all a safe, peaceful, and deeply restful summer break. Disconnect, recharge, and hold tight to the connections you built here.

We made it through together, ACS.

As always, if you have any questions or would like to discuss anything further, please don’t hesitate to contact me at: ktouchtonleonard@acsamman.edu.jo 

Our HS Counseling Team

• • Ms. Ruba Kurdi: College Counselor rkurdi@acsamman.edu.jo

  • Ms. Kate Touchton-Leonard ktouchtonleonard@acsamman.edu.jo

  • Ms. Ellen Hindeleh: Administrative Assistant ehindeleh@acsamman.edu.jo

2026-2027 - Activities Department Preliminary Information 

This guide covers everything the ACS Activities Program has to offer for 2026–2027 – from competitive athletics and aquatics to drama, MUN, robotics, and beyond. Use it to plan ahead, understand what's available, and find the right fit for your child.

Activities are a core part of learning at ACS, not an add-on. This is your starting point.

Click here to access the 2026-2027 - Activities Department Preliminary Information

END OF AEPs and Feedback Form

Just a quick note to let you know that AEP Session III is wrapping up with programs concluding on Saturday, May 10. This has been a wonderful session, and we are especially grateful to our students, coaches, and program leaders for pushing through what has been a season with its share of uncertainty. Your continued support and flexibility have made a real difference.

We would love to hear from you. Please take a few minutes to complete our feedback form using the link below — your input goes a long way in shaping future sessions.

Here is the form for reference.

For your planning ahead, here are next year's AEP session dates:

Session I: September 13 – November 12, 2026

Session II: November 29 – February 11, 2027

Session III: March 14 – May 10, 2027

More details on Session I sign-ups and programming will be shared at the start of the new school year.

Thank you again for being such a supportive AEP community - we look forward to another great year ahead.

ACS Activities Program: 2025–2026

Stay up to date with all athletics, arts, and activities information by visiting our ACS Activities Website Here