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Mr. Garth O’Donnell
Executive Principal
15+
Years in leadership
12
Academic Progarms
8
School Initiatives
10+
Innovative Strategies
Garth O’Donnell serves as Executive Principal at the American School in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. He is currently in his eleventh year as an administrator with TAS. Prior to joining The American School, Mr. O’Donnell served for seven years as K-12 Vice Principal for Curriculum and Instruction at another WASC-accredited school in Ho Chi Minh City. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science as well as a Master of Arts in Education and a Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Garth was born and raised in New York. He is a self-proclaimed foodie who enjoys time in the gym and beach holidays during his free time.
Garth O’Donnell serves as Executive Principal at the American School in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. He is currently in his eleventh year as an administrator with TAS. Prior to joining The American School, Mr. O’Donnell served for seven years as K-12 Vice Principal for Curriculum and Instruction at another WASC-accredited school in Ho Chi Minh City. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science as well as a Master of Arts in Education and a Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Garth was born and raised in New York. He is a self-proclaimed foodie who enjoys time in the gym and beach holidays during his free time.

Discover Our Story:
A Legacy of Excellence in Education

Through Innovative Learning and Comprehensive Support

Our goal is to educate the whole child incorporating mind, body, and spirit. Strong partnership of motivated students, caring faculty and parents, affirms and challenges each person within a dynamic American educational program enriched by a multicultural setting in Vietnam

Our Philosophy

We prioritise student success through engagement, creativity, and critical thinking.

Teaching Method

Our approach includes collaborative learning, hands-on experiences, and technology integration.

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

The American School is a WASC Accredited School (from Early Childhood to High School).
The WASC accreditation process focuses on Student Learning.

What is Accreditation?

Accreditation is a process in which certification of competency, authority, or credibility is presented.

What is WASC?

The Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) is one of six regional associations that accredit public and private schools, colleges, and universities in the United States.

The Council of International Schools (CIS)

The Council of International Schools (CIS) is a global membership community shaping the future of international education.
Our community includes more than 1,545 schools and universities, representing 124 countries.

The American School (TAS) granted international school license by DOET

On September 12, 2014, The American School (TAS) was granted the official operating license as an international school in Ho Chi Minh City (4563/QĐ-UBND) by the HCMC Department of Education and Training (DOET). The school’s official English name is The American School, with TAS as an accepted abbreviation. The school’s official Vietnamese name is Trường Quốc tế TAS. For more information, please visit the government’s announcement website or the DOET’s website with full list of approved and accepted international schools in the city.

Celebrating Our Academic Achievements

95%

College Acceptance Rate

30

National Awards Won

15

Scholarships Awarded

1000+

Standardized Test Scores

Our students consistently excel in academics, achieving remarkable results in standardized tests and gaining acceptance into prestigious colleges. We take pride in our commitment to fostering a culture of academic excellence.

Our Graduates Thrive at Top Universities

Our students have been accepted into some of the most prestigious universities worldwide. Their hard work and dedication are reflected in their remarkable college placements.

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