About us

Operating from the school year 2020-2021, PennSchool is proud to be the ideal school for students to enhance students’ potential in an international environment.

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Academics

The Pennsylvania American International School provides high-quality academic experience in a bilingual setting, that prepare citizens with integrity and commitment actively to the development of society in a globalized world.

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Admission

PennSchool has rolling enrollment throughout the year at all grades and the Admissions Team will provide a supportive and experience which help parents to have the best decisions.

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Our Service

PennSchool offers a wide range of support services to ensure the students’ physical and mental health, helping them to learn and experience effectively.

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News & Events

The latest events and news at PennSchool will be continuously updated to provide the useful information for students and parents.

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Student Life

Not only improving knowledge, PennSchool students also participate in many extra activities, helping to build essential skills for the future.

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Hall Of Fame

PennSchool is proud to train the next generations who are happy learners, discover, find the joy of learning and become lifelong learners.

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Communication

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Leadership Team

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Team

Our leader team is highly dedicated and motivated educators with advanced qualifications.

“ The art of teaching is the art of assisting discovery.”

Administration Board
Mrs. Cao Thien Ai Nuong
Head of School

Education

  • Master in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam
  • Master of Education in Advanced Teaching, University of the People, America, 2020-2022
  • IBDP Certificate of Coordination Category 1
  • IBDP Certificate of Approaches to Teaching and Learning
  • Certificate of High School and University Education, University of Pedagogy
  • Certificate of Curriculum Development and Assessment, Houston University
  • Certificate of Educational Management, Institute of Educational Management

Achievements

  • Conference Proposal & Presentation on Learner Autonomy at 27th MELTA International Conference ‘Changing the Game: English Language in Education 4.0’, Johor Bahru, Malaysia, 2018
  • Conference Proposal & Presentation on Correction in Speaking Activities at CamTESOL 2019, Combodia, 2019
  • Author of the journal “Students and Teachers’ Perceptions on Correction in Speaking Activities”, Proceedings of the International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning Today 2019, Autonomy and Motivation for Language Learning in the Interconnected World, ISBN978-604-73- 6849-5
  • Workshop on English Requirements for University Students, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong, 2017
  • Certificate of Methodology in EAP, British Council, 2018
  • Study Tour “Being International Students at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, 2019
  • Workshop on Research and Teaching Excellence at VinUni, Ha Noi, 2019
Mr. Timothy Nelson
AP Principal

Education

  • M.Ed STEM Leadership, American College of Education
  • B.Sc Geology, University of California Davis
  • NISE National STEM Teacher Certificate
  • IB DP Physics Category 1
  • IB DP Approaches to Teaching and Learning Cat 3
  • IB DP Extended Essay in Focus Category 3
  • IB MYP Delivering the MYP Category 3
  • IB PYP The Role of Mathematics Category 3
  • Certificate IV IN TESOL, Australian International College of Language

Achievements

  • Presidential Certificate of Merit, American Institute or Professional Geologists
  • Coach 1: Coaching for Winning and Life Lessons – USA Basketball
  • Coach 2: Culture, Practices & Games – USA Basketball
  • Coach 3: Developing Triple-Impact Competitors – USA Basketball
Mr. Zine Messaoudani
AP Elementary Vice Principal

Education

  • Doctorate, PhD Degree in Chemical Engineering, University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur Malaysia 2022
  • Master of Science and Technology, University of Batna, Algeria 2013 (Honor A)
  • Bachelor of Science and Technology, University of Batna, Algeria 2013
  • 2019, WACE (The Western Australian Certificate of Education) Training at Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
  • 2018, PBL (Project Based Learning) Training, Saigon scientists, Ho Chi Minh Vietnam
  • 2018, SCSA (School Curriculum and Standards Authority) training at WASS, Ho Chi Minh Vietnam
  • 2017, TEFL 120 (Teach English as Foreign Language) Level 5 TQUK Endorsed at London Teacher Training College. London, UK
  • 2016, 192-Hour Construction Safety and Health Professional in OSH Academy, Geigle Safety Group Inc, Beaverton Oregon USA
  • 2016, 233-hour Oil & Gas Safety and Health Professional in OSH Academy, Geigle Safety Group Inc, Beaverton Oregon USA
  • 2016, 132-hour Occupational Health and Safety (OSH) Professional in OSH Academy, Geigle Safety Group Inc, Beaverton Oregon USA
  • 2015, Obtained “Advanced English level” at University of Malaya center of continuing studies
  • 2014, Obtained “First Aid Diploma” at The Directorate for Civil Protection of Batna, Algeria
Mrs. Tran Thi Hong Ha
Campus Manager

Education

  • MA in Education Management, Vinh University, Vietnam (2010)
  • Diploma in Educational Managers and Public Employees, Ho Chi Minh City School of Educational Administration (2006)
  • Certificate of “Fostering and updating knowledge for leaders and managers”, Ho Chi Minh City Academy (2016)
  • Certificate of Training course on legal documents on cadres, civil servants and public employees, City School of Cadres (2014)
  • Bachelor of Russian, Ho Chi Minh City University of Education (1988)
  • Bachelor of English, Ho Chi Minh City University of Education (1997)

Achievements

  • Senior Political Theory – Administration, Academy of Politics (2010)
  • Excellent Scientific initiative “Love and responsibility”, Scientific Council of Ho Chi Minh City Department of Education and Training (2010)
  • Ho Chi Minh City Medal, People’s Committee of Ho Chi Minh City (2011)
  • Research topic “Innovative solutions to teaching in secondary schools” (2010)
  • Member of the Education Quality Assurance Council of the Department of Education and Training of Ho Chi Minh City (2015 – 2020)
  • Attend innovation program training programs, Ministry of Education and Training
  • 4 City Certificate of Merit for excellent completion of education
Ms. Tran Thi Cam Duc
Secondary MoET Vice Principal

Education

  • MA in Education Management, Saigon University, 2020
  • Bachelor in Chemistry, Ho Chi Minh City University of Pedagogy, 2015
  • Certificate of Training course “Developing Advance Interactive Teaching Skills in Chemistry course”, Ho Chi Minh City Department of Education and Training 2016
  • Certificate of Training course “Profession learning institute on best practices for teaching and learning”, Canadian international school system, 2016
  • Certificate of participating in the final round of the creative teacher competition with IT in the school year 2016-2017 with “Dream urban” project, Ho Chi Minh City Department of Education and Training, 2017

Achievements

  • Science publication: “Synthesis and Antibacterial Activity of Some Derivatives of 2-Methylbenzimidazole Containing 1,3,4-Oxadiazole or 1,2,4-Triazole Heterocycle”, Journal of chemistry, Article ID 1507049, 2016
  • Outstanding Certificate, Ho Chi Minh City University of Pedagogy, 2015
Ms. Do Thi Thuy Duong
Elementary MoET Vice Principal

Education

  • Valedictorian of Elementary Education, Ho Chi Minh City University of Pedagogy
  • Certificate of Education Management

Achievements

  • Reporter of Korea – Vietnam Education Fair with topic “Applying CLIL Method in Teaching Science, Ho Chi Minh City University of Pedagogy
  • Science report “CLIL Teaching Method in Science in Elementary School: How to design and implement a teaching plan”
  • Participating in writing reference books, summarizing knowledge of Math and Vietnamese for Grades 1 and 2 according toHigh school program, 2018
Mr. Joshua Tenorio
Head Teacher

Education

  • Bachelor in Secondary Education, Major in Mathematics, National University, Philippines
  • 120 Hour TESOL Certificate Course, International TEFL Training Institute Philippines, 2019
  • Certificate of Teacher Training on Math for Physics Teachers, Philippines, 2018
  • SUKEN Pre-2nd Kyu Certificate, The Mathematics Certification Institute of Japan, 2017
  • Kumon Math Program Completer, 2016

Achievements

  • Advanced Placement Conference in AP Calculus AB & BC, 2021
  • Workshop Seminar on Development of Critical and Creative Thinking Skills through Innovative Classroom Activities, Philippines, 2018
Mr. John A. Umahag
House Coordinator

Education

  • Bachelor of Early Childhood Education, Bukidnon State University, Philippines, 2015
  • Training of Trainers in Teaching language Skills Certificate, Philippines, 2017
  • Division Research Congress Certificate, Philippines, 2018

Achievements

  • Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), 2021
  • Webinar- Workshop on Educating Diverse Learners and Learners with Special Needs (SPED), Philippines, 2021
  • Webinar- Workshop on Language Teaching, Philippines, 2021
  • Educational Management and Leadership, The Role of Teachers and School Heads in Developing Educational Learning, Philippines, 2021
  • Strategic Intervention Materials Division Learning Resources Congress, 2018, Philippines
  • Regional Research Conference, 2018, Philippines
  • Division Research Congress Certificate, Philippines, 2018
  • District Echo Seminar-Workshop on Basic and Action Research, Philippines, 2018
  • Campus Paper Content and Design management, Philippines, 2018
  • School Journalism Teachers Seminar- Workshop, Philippines, 2017
Mr. Vu Van Hiep
ADP Coordinator

Education

  • Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering, cum laude, Tufts University, Medford, MA
  • AP Chemistry – CollegeBoard certified teacher
Mr. Levan Nikos Andre Pierre Bernard
Math and Science Head Teacher - Primary Campus

Education

  • ASU TESOL Certificate 150 hours, Arizona State University 2019
  • Teaching Language Online Certificate, Arizona State University 2020
  • TEFL Certificate 120 hours, The TEFL academy, June 2017.
  • Bachelor degree in Civil &Mechanical engineering (BS), June 2013 – Lyon 1 – France
Mr. Sam Jamieson
English Language Arts Head Teacher - Primary Campus

Education

  • University of Canterbury Outbound Scholarship Recipient, 2012
  • Bachelor of Arts in English Literature and Classical Studies, University of Canterbury 2013
  • TEFL 130 Hour Certificate, TEFL Worldwide Prague, 2013
  • Post Graduate Certificate of Education, Moreland University 2022
Mr. Matthew Landwehr
English Language Arts Head teacher - Secondary Campus

Education

  • Bachelor of Laws (LLB)(Hons), University of the Free State 2018
  • TEFL Certificate – TeachTEFL South Africa 2018
  • Teacher Certification ELA – High School, Moreland University
  • American State Teaching Licence – Washington DC 2022

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