Student Life
Each new friendship can make you a new person, because it opens up new doors inside of you.– Kate DiCamillo
ES School Life
Student Ambassador Program
The ES Student Ambassador program is open to children in grades 4 and 5. The goals of the ES student ambassador program are to help welcome children and families to our AAS community and to support events to promote a sense of community in our school from PK to grade 5. During the year, the ambassadors plan and organize different activities for new families, present at assemblies, and carry out other tasks to promote a safe, respectful, responsible school community.
Student Council
Students from grades 2-5 can be elected to the Elementary Student Council, where they work to make the ES community a more fun place to be. They put forward suggestions and ideas on issues that matter to the students, help organize events and/or develop schemes to raise money for charity projects. Taking part helps make the students more confident with presenting and speaking to adults.
Community and Service Learning
Our PK-12 Service Learning program promotes community involvement in all its forms in order to inspire students to take the lead and make a positive impact. Community involvement allows students to acquire valuable skills, take more independent initiative, and become active citizens now. Through service experiences, students apply their skills and knowledge with meaning and purpose to positively contribute to local and global communities. Our ultimate goal is to empower every student to become a leader and change-maker of the world.
The Service Program at the Anglo-American School of Sofia introduces Elementary School students to various projects and campaigns, helping them understand the importance of being responsible citizens and having a positive impact on the world. Through Social-Emotional Learning (SEL), students develop compassion and empathy, and are encouraged to support meaningful causes within their classroom experiences. These activities help foster a sense of community and empower young learners to contribute positively to those around them.
MS School Life
MS Student Life
Beyond our students’ academic schedule where they actively engage in their academic classes (both required and student-selected), we also provide a range of opportunities for students to explore their personal interests, contribute to our school community, develop leadership skills, and have fun with their classmates.
Students are encouraged and supported to be creative in developing ideas and driving them through to make a difference to others. From fundraising to helping out at animal shelters, visiting orphanages or making and distributing sandwiches for homeless shelters, Middle School students are active service learners.
- Lunch and Recess
- Belonging to House
- Friday Features
- FLEX
- Assembly
- Cultural Trips
- Student Council
- Ambassador
- Service
Lunch and Recess
During lunch, students can access one of our cafeterias - either Liberty Foods or Taste Place. After eating, students can connect with their classmates in our foyer, library or they can take advantage of one of our playing fields or gyms. MS students also have an afternoon recess time where cafe and field access are again available.
Belonging to House
Our school fosters a strong sense of community and friendly competition through our House system. Students are divided into three Houses, each named after legendary creatures from Bulgarian folklore: Zmei, Talasam, and Karakondjul. This system encourages camaraderie and teamwork across year groups. Through inter-house competitions in academics, sports, and creative arts, students develop leadership skills, build confidence, and learn the value of collaboration.
Friday Features
Every Friday, from 15:00-15:30, students choose from a range of student-created clubs and activities. These activities can be physical or artistic or educational or silly, or they can meet a service need that has been identified. Although these activities can be run by any student (and mentored by a faculty member), Grade 11 and 12 students primarily lead these activities as they balance their CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service) responsibilities. Check our Friday Features Website for more information on current offerings.
FLEX
Assembly
The weekly secondary school assemblies are more than just gatherings; they are a student-led platform to reinforce positive contributions and inspire others. Students celebrate their achievements, from academics to service and charity work. Assemblies are also used to generate excitement for upcoming events, such as sports fixtures, or Student Council initiatives. Our assemblies also offer the opportunity for secondary school students to showcase their interests and talents, such as playing a musical instrument, steering a competition-winning robot onto the stage, or presenting a dance. There are guest speakers – professionals in various fields – to introduce students to new ideas and perspectives.
Cultural Trips
Each year, students take part in a residential Cultural Trip, chaperoned by AAS faculty and staff, along with regional guides. The trips deepen our students’ appreciation of Bulgaria, foster stronger connections between students and their teachers and classmates, and encourage active engagement with the environment and local communities.
Student Council
The Student Council (StuCo) plays a vital role in our Secondary School community, giving students a voice in shaping their educational experience. Elected annually, StuCo representatives from each grade level advocate for their peers on a variety of important issues. Beyond representation, StuCo fosters a strong sense of community by organizing a range of engaging activities. From film nights and spirited dress-up days to designing school merchandise and even running a Valentine's Day delivery service, they create memorable experiences for the entire student body. Through their involvement, StuCo members not only make a difference in our school, but also gain valuable insights into the workings of democratic government, developing leadership skills that will benefit them for years to come.
Ambassador
AAS Ambassadors are friendly, helpful students from the school community. They have a number of responsibilities during the year, but their primary duty is to provide new students with a warm, open welcome to AAS. They offer initial support via campus tours and information sessions. Once the school year is underway, Ambassadors are available to help new students settle into routines, find their way around the school, and generally feel more at ease in their new surroundings.
Service
The Service Program at the Anglo-American School of Sofia introduces Middle School students to a wide range of community needs through guest speakers and service trips. Students are encouraged to engage in student-organized service clubs, fostering a sense of teamwork and social responsibility. Through these experiences, they learn the importance of community involvement and how their positive contributions can make a meaningful difference in both their local and global communities.
HS School Life
High School Student Life
Beyond our students’ academic schedule where they actively engage in their academic classes (both required and student-selected), we also provide a range of opportunities for students to explore their personal interests, contribute to our school community, develop leadership skills, and have fun with their classmates.
Students are encouraged and supported to be creative in developing ideas and driving them through to make a difference to others. From fundraising to helping out at animal shelters, visiting orphanages or making and distributing sandwiches for homeless shelters, Middle School students are active service learners.
- Lunch
- Belonging to House
- Friday Features
- FLEX
- Assembly
- Cultural Trips
- Student Council
- Ambassador
- Service
Lunch
Belonging to House
Our school fosters a strong sense of community and friendly competition through our House system. Students are divided into three Houses, each named after legendary creatures from Bulgarian folklore: Zmei, Talasam, and Karakondjul. This system encourages camaraderie and teamwork across year groups. Through inter-house competitions in academics, sports, and creative arts, students develop leadership skills, build confidence, and learn the value of collaboration.
Friday Features
Every Friday, from 3:00-3:30, students choose from a range of student-created clubs and activities. These activities can be physical or artistic or educational or silly, or they can meet a service need that has been identified. Although these activities can be run by any student (and mentored by a faculty member), Grade 11 and 12 students primarily lead these activities as they balance their CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service) responsibilities. Check our Friday Features Website for more information on current offerings.
FLEX
Every five class days, students in Grades 9 and 10 take advantage of our FLEX period where they can meet with teachers for additional instruction, collaborate with classmates for group assignments, or complete work in a supervised setting. As they are involved in extended class meeting times, students in Grades 11 and 12 do not participate in Flex.
Assembly
The weekly secondary school assemblies are more than just gatherings; they are a student-led platform to reinforce positive contributions and inspire others. Students celebrate their achievements, from academics to service and charity work. Assemblies are also used to generate excitement for upcoming events, such as sports fixtures, or Student Council initiatives. Our assemblies also offer the opportunity for secondary school students to showcase their interests and talents, such as playing a musical instrument, steering a competition-winning robot onto the stage, or presenting a dance. There are guest speakers – professionals in various fields – to introduce students to new ideas and perspectives.
Cultural Trips
Each year, students take part in a residential Cultural Trip, chaperoned by AAS faculty and staff, along with regional guides. The trips deepen our students’ appreciation of Bulgaria, foster stronger connections between students and their teachers and classmates, and encourage active engagement with the environment and local communities.
Student Council
The Student Council (StuCo) plays a vital role in our Secondary School community, giving students a voice in shaping their educational experience. Elected annually, StuCo representatives from each grade level advocate for their peers on a variety of important issues. Beyond representation, StuCo fosters a strong sense of community by organizing a range of engaging activities. From film nights and spirited dress-up days to designing school merchandise and even running a Valentine's Day delivery service, they create memorable experiences for the entire student body. Through their involvement, StuCo members not only make a difference in our school, but also gain valuable insights into the workings of democratic government, developing leadership skills that will benefit them for years to come.
Ambassador
AAS Ambassadors are friendly, helpful students from the school community. They have a number of responsibilities during the year, but their primary duty is to provide new students with a warm, open welcome to AAS. They offer initial support via campus tours and information sessions. Once the school year is underway, Ambassadors are available to help new students settle into routines, find their way around the school, and generally feel more at ease in their new surroundings.
Service
The Service Program at the Anglo-American School of Sofia fosters community involvement in all its forms, inspiring High School students to take initiative and make a positive impact. Students have the opportunity to engage in various volunteering opportunities with local partnering organizations, and are encouraged to initiate independent projects to support their community and beyond.
Service is also an integral component of the IB Diploma through the CAS (Creativity, Activity, and Service) program, where students can apply their skills and knowledge to take the lead and contribute to both the local and global community.