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About AHSA

American High School Academy is an innovative and fully accredited college preparatory school devoted to educational excellence, where students are inspired and challenged to reach their full potential.

  • Founded in 2003
  • Cognia accredited
  • Two Miami campuses
American High School Academy Educational Seal

Our mission

We aim to empower and educate the whole student, embracing a modern and dynamic learning approach that honors and cultivates their individual talents and gifts. We believe in an inclusive educational journey that actively involves families in every step of their child’s growth and development.

Our vision

Our innovative and nurturing environment prepares students not just for college, but for life’s exciting journey ahead. We are committed to educational services that extend beyond the classroom, fostering a strong sense of community, locally and globally.

Founded

2003

Reinaldo Valentino founded American High School Academy in 2003 as an accredited school for middle and high school students, with a focus on personalized learning and STEM. Today, families take an active part in their child’s progress, because learning works best when home and school work together.

Leadership messages

Reinaldo Valentino, Head of Schools, American High School Academy

A message from our Head of Schools

“As Head of Schools, I am proud that American High School Academy has been serving our community since 2003, providing excellence in education and personalized learning experiences.”

At AHSA, we understand that each student is unique, and we are committed to providing a variety of learning options to meet their individual needs. In addition to our personalized microschool environment, we also offer blended and virtual learning options.

Education is not just about academics, which is why we place a high value on social connections. Our clubs and organizations, including our Key Club, give students the chance to connect with like-minded peers and serve their community.

Reinaldo Valentino
Head of Schools

A message from our Principal

“To each individual student: our journey together will be full of collaboration, exploration and inclusion until you reach the final destination, graduation!”

American High School Academy is a non-traditional private school that focuses on the student and their needs. As Principal, my role is to provide a safe, supportive, caring and nurturing learning environment where all students can express their limitless potential.

Carmen Molina-Churchman
Principal · Certified School Counselor

Carmen Molina-Churchman, Principal, American High School Academy

The AHSA team

Dedicated to our students’ success.

Reinaldo Valentino, Head of Schools, American High School Academy

Reinaldo Valentino

Head of Schools

Carmen Molina-Churchman, Principal, American High School Academy

Carmen Molina-Churchman

Principal · Certified School Counselor

Christina Delgado, Educational Specialist, American High School Academy

Christina Delgado

Educational Specialist

Alina Valentino

Alina-Marie Valentino

Educational Specialist, North Campus

Nicholas Calle

Educational Specialist

Karina Ortega

Educational Specialist

Maite Conover

Mathematics Tutor

Maria Deal, Enrollment Specialist, American High School Academy

Maria Deal

Enrollment Specialist

Destiny Gonzalez

Enrollment Specialist

Melanie Campos

Enrollment & Recruitment Specialist

Ricardo Valentino

Chief of Security

Junior Ballate

Security

Ken Garrido,

Ken Garrido

Program Technology Coordinator

Celine Churchman, Social Media & Alumni Association Coordinator, American High School Academy

Celine Churchman

Social Media & Alumni Association Coordinator

Accredited & state registered

AHSA is a Cognia® accredited school. To earn accreditation, a school completes an internal and external review and must meet Cognia’s Performance Standards, with a commitment to continuous improvement.

You can find AHSA on the Cognia Accredited Schools Registry.

  • Cognia accreditedCognia®Accredited by the Cognia Global Accreditation Commission
  • AAHSAAAHSAAll American High School Association, accredited since 2004
  • Florida Department of EducationFlorida Department of EducationSchools #13-4283 and #13-1663 · M-DCPS contracted school #13-7864
  • U.S. Department of EducationU.S. Department of EducationNCES school ID A0509036
  • College BoardCollege BoardMember school, CEEB code 102010
  • NCAAApproved high school with NCAA-approved core courses
  • SEVP-certifiedCertified to enroll F-1 nonimmigrant students (grades 9–12)
  • AOPA Foundation You Can FlyAOPA & STEM.ORGYou Can Fly high school curriculum, STEM.ORG accredited

AHSA is also a member of the National Dropout Prevention Network (NDPN) and the Education Industry Association (EIA).