Our Academics & Programs

What model of immersion does AIMS use?

PK & Kindergarten: Students PK and Kindergarten participate in a 1 teacher model (self-contained) following an 80/20 model of immersion (80% Arabic).

1st & 2nd Grade: Students in 1st and 2nd grade participate in a 2-teacher model for the dual immersion program, where students participate in a 60/40 model of immersion (60% Arabic).

3rd - 5th Grade: Students follow a 3-way rotation and students participate in a 40/60 model of immersion (40% Arabic).

6th - 8th Grade: Students participate in a Languages Other Than Arabic (LOTE) model with additional Arabic support through enrichment. Students can earn high school foreign language credit after successful completion of their LOTE Arabic Courses.

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At AIMS, students experience a rich variety of Arabic cultural enrichment classes that deepen their appreciation of Middle Eastern traditions. Offerings include dabke (traditional folkloric dance), Arabic drama, percussion, and music. These classes provide students with meaningful opportunities to explore the arts and heritage of the Arabic-speaking world.

Our Arabic and English partner teachers collaborate closely to ensure that lessons across both languages are culturally integrated, reinforcing key themes and vocabulary while fostering a deep understanding of the Arabic language and culture.

Beyond Arabic cultural exposure, AIMS is proud to be an inclusive and welcoming community that celebrates the diverse backgrounds of all our students. Just like the city of Houston, our campus reflects a vibrant mosaic of cultures. We honor this diversity through school-wide events and performances, including Black History Month, Hispanic Heritage Month—with student performances in Spanish—and more. Each month, we spotlight a different cultural or ethnic heritage, helping students develop global awareness, mutual respect, and a strong sense of identity.