Mission
The mission of the Taipei American School is as follows:
Taipei American School is an innovative 21st century learning community. Our mission is to inspire each student to be a confident, creative, caring, and moral individual prepared to adapt and succeed anywhere in a rapidly changing world. We provide an American-based education with a global perspective that results in a love of learning, academic excellence, a balanced life, and service to others. — Taipei American School Mission StatementRead more about this topic: Taipei American School
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