American Embassy School
—New Delhi, India

Project Happiness member since August 2008
Project Happiness leader Ms. Meena Srinivasan
(HS Social Studies Teacher)
On the web at... www.aes.ac.in
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The American Embassy School is an independent, coeducational day school which offers an educational program from prekindergarten (Early Childhood Education) through grade 12. The School was founded in 1952. Its motto is Enter to Learn, Leave to Serve. It is located in New Delhi, India. Close to 1,350 from more than 52 countries are enrolled in the school. The American Embassy School serves students from the United States and other nations. It provides a quality American education that enables students to be inspired learners and responsible global citizens through the collaboration of a dedicated faculty and a supportive community.

What follows are excerpts from the school’s mission:

  • We believe that:
    • each individual has intrinsic value;
    • people are responsible for the choices they make;
    • diversity enriches us;
    • every person needs nurturing to thrive;
    • every person has a right to learn in a safe environment free of prejudice;
    • service to others strengthens us;
    • trust and respect are essential in relationships;
    • life is more meaningful when lived with integrity and passion;
    • every person has a responsibility to contribute to peace and harmony in the world;
    • every person has a responsibility to protect and preserve the environment of our planet.
  • We are committed to...
    • developing a community service ethic and practice in all students;
    • ensuring a caring school atmosphere is evident in how we work;
    • with students, families and one another;
    • the practice of an open, transparent and collaborative decision-making process;
    • reducing our school’s environmental footprint.