Griggs International Academy (GIA) is an international educational network founded in 1909. So far, more than 400,000 people have studied within this robust network. Based out of Andrews University in the USA, GIA serves as curriculum provider, source of accreditation and educational consultant for FLIS AHS. Students accepted into the GIA High School program are eligible to complete a fully accredited U.S. High School Diploma, opening opportunity to attend any of the Andrews University umbrella of institutions of higher education with a special condition of acceptance.
The GIA curriculum emphasizes a JOURNEY TO EXCELLENCE characterized by the values of dignity, honor, respect and integrity. Curriculum offered by GIA represents the development of character and morals to lead students to become seekers of knowledge. School led philanthropic initiatives and regular inspirational programs help students studying with GIA affirm a purpose in the world. Griggs has established physical schools with affiliates who offer qualified teaching professionals to achieve local in-school learning. All Griggs affiliates maintain high scholastic standards and utilize exceptional purpose built educational facilities to offer the Griggs values based curriculum in all phases of operation. Griggs affiliates emphasize the personal touch in student-teacher relationships in addition to intercultural education.
Benefits of GIA:
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GIA provides three annual training courses (online and face-to-face) for all affiliates, ensuring that all teachers are aware of educational trends and curriculum developments.
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GIA has over 100 years of educational experience. This provides a comprehensive platform on which to develop market leading programs.
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GIA works as a global community. This provides students and schools with shared projects and collaborative teaching efforts.
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GIA graduates are better prepared for universities of high academic standing. This is a result of our rigorous and values based curriculum.
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GIA has worldwide access to study tours, language camps and exchanges. This gives students a broad range of supplemental educational opportunities to offer diverse experiences and varied perspectives.
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GIA operates around a set of moral values and strong ethics. This provides students and teachers mentoring, consultation and holistic development.
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Griggs provides a continuum of education consisting of programs for students aged six through to university. This offers a consistency in educational standards and academic development.
GIA Links:
GIA Handbook