The Advisory program at American International School of Jeddah begins with the premise that every young adolescent should feel secure and have at least one caring adult at school to act as mentor and advisor.  The advisory program will give students opportunities for positive interactions with adults and peers.  Our students will develop a sense of belonging, which is vital to a positive caring school climate.
Research shows that successful Advisory Programs can:

• Improve student-teacher relationships
• Give students a feeling of more control over decisions
• Promote an atmosphere of equality and tolerance
• Improve the sharing of feelings among students in a more positive way.
• Reduce the amount and level of serious discipline issues

The advisory portion of our A.I.C. (Advisory/Intramural & Clubs) program will be held 2-3 times a week, depending on scheduled assemblies. The curriculum for the advisory program will consist of traditional advisory themes and activities. The intramurals & clubs portion of the program will consist of selected intramural activities and a variety of teacher-sponsored clubs/activities that are offered each quarter. Students will select the activities/clubs they will participate in each quarter.

Advisors will provide academic guidance, social and emotional growth opportunities, on going encouragement, and support.

Advisors will get to know each student well. They will function as their students advocate with other faculty and staff, and will be the primary liaison with parents.