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Upper School
From the Upper School Division Head.
Welcome to the Upper School at The American School of Marrakech.
As ASM marks 30 years of educational excellence, we reflect with pride on how far we have come since our founding in 1995. What began with a bold vision has grown into a thriving international community where students from around the world come together to learn, grow, and lead. The Upper School years are a pivotal phase in this journey, a time defined by increasing independence, deeper inquiry, personal discovery, and a developing sense of global responsibility.
I am honored to serve as the High School Division Head. With over a decade of experience as a Physics, Math, Design technology educator and nine years in educational leadership – spanning roles as Vice Principal, Pastoral Care Head, and IB DP Coordinator, my core mission is to cultivate a dynamic, inclusive, and student-centered environment. Having led ASM’s recent successful IB evaluation with no MTBAs and guided multiple program accreditations, I am deeply committed to maintaining the highest academic standards while prioritizing student well-being. I am an IBEN Member – working as an examiner with IB too.
At ASM, our holistic approach to education balances academic rigor with personal growth:
- Academic Excellence & Standards: Grounded in the AERO standards and culminating in the prestigious International Baccalaureate Diploma Program, our curriculum fosters critical thinking, research skills, and real-world problem-solving. We continuously track growth through benchmark tools like NWEA MAP testing to support each learner’s unique potential.
- Inquiry, Innovation, & Beyond: Education here extends well beyond the classroom. From guiding students through independent academic research to coaching sports and leading experiential outdoor learning, We empower students to build resilience, discover new passions, and embrace lifelong learning.
- Integrity, Inclusion, & Pastoral Care: We believe that academic achievement thrives only when students feel safe, valued, and understood. Rooted in mutual respect, ethical leadership, and dedicated pastoral support, our community ensures every student finds their voice and learns to lead with empathy and humility.
Excellence at ASM is not just a destination; it is a habit built daily through curiosity, effort, and collaboration. Together with our dedicated faculty, I look forward to partnering with our families to inspire, challenge, and prepare our students for success in an ever-changing world.
Warm regards,
Dr. Love Deepak Trivedi
High School Principal
Education Program
Our secondary school program emphasizes the development of critical thinking skills; the development of trilingual linguistic abilities; and the application of knowledge to new situations, character education, and global awareness. We offer a university preparatory curriculum that challenges students to be responsible and world citizens who think creatively, reason critically, communicate effectively in three languages, are known for their characters, and are lifelong learners.
All students are required to take our core curriculum based on the five major academic areas of English, mathematics, science, social studies and world languages. This core college preparatory curriculum is enhanced by a variety of elective courses. At the High School level, students are academically challenged with our Advanced Placement courses offered in the major academic areas throughout their sophomore to senior years.
Our program offers students a unique educational experience which offers challenging academic courses, character education, and co-curricular opportunities designed to engage and enrich the specific needs, interests, talents, and aspirations of our student population. Our students are challenged, supported, and nurtured by experienced, qualified educators to achieve their full potential as young adults and future global leaders.
Graduation Requirements
To earn an ASM American High School Diploma, starting with the first IBDP cohort, students must earn a total of 27 graduating credits. Full Diploma program students must satisfy all DP requirements as outlined in the IBDP Handbook. The IB Diploma is awarded by the IBO, not ASM, and therefore students must meet all requirements as stated in the DP Handbook:
| Area of Study | Required Credits |
|---|---|
| Sciences | 4.0 |
| Mathematics | 4.0 |
| English | 4.0 |
| Social Studies | 4.0 |
| World Languages | 6.0 |
| Physical Education | 1.0 |
| Electives | 3.0 |
| Theory of Knowledge (.5 x 2 yrs) | 1.0 |
| Total Graduation Credits | 27 Credits |
Advisory
The Upper School Advisory Curriculum provides regularly scheduled lessons designed to support students’ learning and development in relation to the following essential skills and attributes to enable students’ progression into adult lives:
- character education
- social-emotional skills
- study skills and how to be an effective learner
- health and well-being (identity, relationships, health)
- society and the wider world (risk, equality, responsibility)
- planning and preparing for the future (change, power, future, college and careers)
Students are assigned to an advisory teacher who leads their group in age-appropriate topics of adolescent exploration and development designed to support their growth as global citizens. Advisory time is also used to bring grade levels together in assemblies, which are often student-led. These assemblies focus on a culminating celebration of learning.
Upper School Course Guide.
Secondary School Course Catalogue.
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