Philosophy Statement
The Adventist International Mission School’s educational philosophy maintains that:
- True education concerns the wholesome development of a child
- True education prepares not only for life on earth but also for eternity
Central to this philosophy are the convictions that:
- Each child is of immeasurable value and is precious to God
- God is personally interested in the harmonious and holistic development of those human dimensions that are a reflection of His “image” in each child
- Teaching is a sacred calling to collaborate with God in educating each child
This philosophy is grounded in the following perspectives:
- An understanding of the nature of reality as a created universe
- A recognition of a Creator God who sustains the universe and who is the ultimate source of knowledge, wisdom and understanding
- An acceptance of the Holy Bible as an inspired revelation of God’s will
Mission Statement
The primary emphasis of Adventist International Mission School is to provide an ethos in which the Holy Spirit can process and imprint the image of God in each child; and to provide a balanced educational program that promotes academic excellence and the wholesome development of a child.
Vision Statement
Our vision is to nurture spirit-filled, lifelong learners, equipped with Christ-like characters who are catalysts for change and dedicated to exemplary service.
Objectives
AAdventist International Mission School provides a program of education for students predicated on the belief that each student is unique and of inestimable value. These students are educated to accept service as a way of life and to be sensitive to the needs of people in the home and in society. Christian teachers are dedicated to encouraging students to become responsible individuals who respect God, appreciate cultural diversity, and who value themselves as created beings.
The school endeavors to provide a learning experience that will enhance the student’s previous learning, develop natural talents, and:
- Promote the desire to achieve academic excellence
- Encourage a wholesome respect and attitude for each unit of society - home, church, school, and government
- Develop physical skills
- Develop effective communication skills
- Inculcate and practice Christian values
- Enhance artistic skills
AIMS HISTORY
In 1990 Mrs. Canady established the English Elementary School. This school was established for the education of children of the (formerly Mission College) faculty and staff. The Far Eastern Division and Asia-Pacific International
In 1999, the Muaklek church, under the leadership of Pastor Wendel Wilcox, established the Mission Kindergarten School for the children of workers of Asia-Pacific International University. On May 17, 2000, the Mission Kindergarten School was registered with the Saraburi Education Department.
In May 2000 the two schools were combined and the process for the government license for the school was initiated. The newly merged school, Adventist International Mission School (AIMS), would serve the children of Asia-Pacific International University personnel and the children in the Muaklek community who wanted their children to participate in a Christian International education program. The government license was issued April 2002.
The English Elementary School was originally located in a room in the Asia-Pacific International University administration building. In 1999 it was relocated to a vacated residential duplex. The Day Care Center was located in a vacated apartment building in the same vicinity. In 2003 the already merged schools, now Adventist International Mission School moved to the newly built school building in front of Asia Pacific International University (Mission College).