Nathan Swenson ’94 is a Head of School at International School of Ho Chi Minh City – American Academy in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. International School of Ho Chi Minh City – American Academy is a leading American curriculum secondary school in Ho Chi Minh City, inspiring and challenging students aged 11 to 18 years old to achieve personal excellence. Their highly qualified and dedicated teachers are student-focused, committed to developing each child’s unique interests, abilities, and ambitions. This approach creates a culture of achievement in our close-knit community of over 400 students, demonstrated in our graduates’ U.S. $1m scholarship fund to overseas universities. They lay the foundations for success with 100% English language immersion and a rigorous American accredited curriculum from age 11. At the same time, they offer an extensive Vietnamese Studies Program to ensure our students maintain their Mother Tongue and cultural roots. ISHCMC – American Academy is proud to be the only school in Vietnam to offer university-level courses through both Syracuse University Project Advance (SUPA) and Advanced Placement (AP), giving your child unparalleled competitive advantage. Above excellence in academics, our vision commits us to empowering our students to reach their potential across all endeavors – in the arts, sports, technology, and elsewhere. Nate was hired as the new Head of School. He was previously the Lower School Principal in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil at the American School.
