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    Abercorn students do their bit to end world hunger

    May 15, 2013

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    The students in the Eagles class are helping end world hunger and poverty, they are helping care for the Earth, and they are finding an excuse to read even more. In “Read to Feed”, which is organized by Heifer International, each student finds sponsors who set a pledge amount for each book completed, or unit [...]

    Sports Day at Abercorn International School

    April 23, 2013

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    This year, Sports Day began as soon as school doors opened!  With parents proudly wearing their child’s house colors and in some cases waving homemade flags and banners, for which Ms. O’Reilly generously awarded house points. The first events started in the gym with teams from Year 4 and Year 5 competing in various obstacle [...]

    Abercorn leading the way in Mandarin

    March 4, 2013

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    Mandarin is the fastest growing taught language across America.  At the forefront of this trend, Abercorn International School in Lakeway, has been teaching Mandarin to all their students, from ages 2.5yrs – 11yrs, for the past two years, with excellent results.   Our resident Mandarin teacher, Mrs. Haihai, said, “One of the parents came to [...]

    A little piece of Hogwarts in Austin

    February 4, 2013

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    Harry Potter fans will be intrigued to know that Austin boasts a private school with echoes of Hogwarts. Offering a rich curriculum that combines elements from England with the International Baccalaureate, Abercorn International School offers a selective education to students who wear classically designed uniforms, are members of Houses (not Slytherin and Ravenclaw but instead [...]

    Abercorn International School spread some Christmas cheer through the Foundation Communities Holiday Assistance Programme

    December 19, 2012

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    It’s that time of the year when giving is embraced.  In that same wonderful spirit, YR1 at Abercorn International School in Lakeway, have adopted a deserving family of three through the Foundation Communities Holiday Assistance Programme.   Ms. Angus, Head of YR1 and champion of the scheme at Abercorn, said: “This is a wonderful way [...]

    Abercorn International School ‘do their bit’ for Thanksgiving

    December 5, 2012

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    Thanksgiving is one of America’s most treasured holidays, a time for getting together and giving thanks for all the wonderful people and things we share in our lives. It’s a tradition that we are all keen to pass on to our children and this year the children at Abercorn International School in Lakeway, were asked [...]

    Abercorn Cheerleaders shine at the Homecoming Parade

    October 14, 2011

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    One of the most anticipated special events of the year for the Lake Travis community is the celebration of the Lake Travis Independent School District’s 30th anniversary. In recognition of this milestone, the LTISD Board of Trustees and the Administration invite the community to partake in the homecoming festivities. Our Abercorn Cheerleaders were asked to walk [...]

    Open House Dates at Abercorn International School

    Please come and join us to get a real sense of the enthusiasm and spirit that infuses every classroom: November 29th, 2012 at 10 am January 17th, 2013 at 10am January 31st,  2013 at 10am February 14th, 2013 at 10am February 28th, 2013 at 10am March 14th, 2013 at 10 am If these dates are [...]

    International Baccalaureate Organization accepts Abercorn International School as Candidate School

    June 20, 2011

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    The Headmistress and faculty of Abercorn International School are delighted to announce that their application for candidacy for the Primary Years Programme has been accepted. “Abercorn International School is a candidate school for the Primary Years Programme. This school is pursuing authorization as an IB World School. These are schools that share a common philosophy [...]