Educating Lifelong Learners and Tomorrow's Global Citizens
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One Team, One Mission
At the American International School of Algiers (AISA), we are proud of the dedicated team that makes our school a special place for students and families. Each grade level is led by a U.S.-certified teacher with international experience, skilled in best practices, differentiation, and multi-grade instruction.
Our team provides a rigorous yet supportive learning environment, with small classes that allow for personalized attention. Alongside our teachers, our talented Algerian staff, administrators, and support team ensure smooth operations and create a safe, welcoming community.
Together, we are committed to nurturing every student’s academic success, personal growth, and love of learning. We believe that when teachers, staff, and families work hand in hand, students are empowered to reach their highest potential. At AISA, we strive to inspire a lifelong love of learning and prepare our students to thrive in an ever-changing world.
Hello! My name is Ariella Knight, but you can call me Ms. Knight. I am the School Director, originally from Boston, Massachusetts. One of my favorite quotes is by Maya Angelou: “If you are always trying to be normal you will never know how amazing you can be.”
Hello! My name is Kelley Bodwell, but you can call me Ms. K. I serve as the Curriculum, Special Education, and English Language (ELL) Coordinator, and I am originally from Cleveland, Ohio, USA. A favorite quote of mine is by James Baldwin: “Though we do not wholly believe it yet, the interior life is a real life, and the intangible dreams of people have a tangible effect on the world.”
Hello! My name is Selma Mouterfi Elanni, but you can call me Ms. Selma. I am the HR & Finance Manager, and I am originally from Algiers, Algeria. My message to students is simple but important: always be kind to others and never give up!
Hello! My name is Hadia Choukri Bouziani, but you can call me Hadia. I am the Office, Admissions & Marketing Manager, and I am originally from Algiers. One of my favorite quotes is by Jocko Willink: “Discipline equals freedom.”
Hello! My name is Feriel Bekhsis, but you can call me Ms. Feriel. I am the School Counselor, originally from Reghaia, Algiers. A favorite quote of mine is from Dr. Seuss: “You're off to great places! Today is your day! Your mountain is waiting, so... get on your way!”
Hello! My name is Ahmed Assil Bouhadidja, But you can call me Mr. Assil. I am the office assistant, Originally from Mila, Algeria. My message to students is: "happy to help each one of you".
Hello, my name is Angela Maragh. You can call me Ms. Angela. I am the Pre-Kindergarten teacher, and I live in The Hague, Netherlandsam, although I am from London, UK. My message to students is: "Excited to learn and grow together."
Hello! My name is Kellie Halpenny, but you can call me Ms. Kellie. I am the Kindergarten Teacher, and I am originally from Texas, USA. My message to students is: “I am so excited to meet you all this year, and I know we will have so much fun together!”
Hello! My name is Cameron Levenstein, but you can call me Mr. Cam. I am the 1st and 2nd Grade Teacher, originally from Bedford, New Hampshire, USA. My message to students is: “I am excited to welcome my class in and build up a team that is ready to tackle any problem.”
Hello! My name is Robbie Graham, but you can call me Mr. Robbie. I am the 3rd Grade Teacher, originally from San Juan Capistrano, California. My message to students is: “I am truly so excited for the amazing year that awaits our students!”
Hello! My name is Rehab Mostafa, but you can call me Ms. Rehab. I am the 4th Grade Teacher, originally from Cairo, Egypt. My message to students is: “I can’t wait to meet each of you—this year is going to be full of growth, laughter, and learning!”
Hello! My name is Theresa Brecker, but you can call me Ms. Theresa. I am the Grades 5–8 Humanities Teacher, originally from Westminster, Maryland, USA. My message to students is: “Welcome! I am so excited to welcome you as leaders and learners and all grow together!”
Hello! My name is Nesrine Haif Si Haif, but you can call me Ms. Nesrine. I am the Grades 5–8 Math, Science, and STEAM Teacher, originally from Algiers, Algeria. My message to students is: “I’m excited to start this journey with you—let’s make this year full of learning, curiosity, and fun!”
Hello! My name is Hanane Bouziane, but you can call me Ms. Hanane. I am the ICT & Art Teacher as well as the Instructional Programs Manager, originally from Algiers, Algeria. My message to students is: “Creativity and technology together can build amazing things—let’s explore, imagine, and create!”
Hello! My name is Meriem Kerbouche, but you can call me Maîtresse Meriem. I am the French Teacher, originally from Sevilla and Algiers. One of my favorite quotes is by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry: “On ne voit bien qu'avec le cœur, l'essentiel est invisible pour les yeux.”
Hello! My name is Lydia Yala, but you can call me Ms. Lydia. I am the PE Teacher, originally from Algiers, Algeria. My message to students is: “Every session is a chance to get stronger, faster, and better. Believe in yourself, and do your best!”
Salam Alaikom! My name is Fethi Dehiles, you can call me Ustaadh Fethi. I am the Arabic and Darja Teacher. I am originally from Oran, Algeria. A favorite quote of mine is by Mouloud Feraoun “Teaching is planting seeds of hope in the hearts of the young.”
Hello! My name is Manel Ahmed-Seid, but you can call me Ms. Manel. I am a Teaching Assistant, working primarily with Grades 1 and 2, and I am originally from Algiers, Algeria. My message to students is: “Your smiles and curiosity are my greatest happiness every day.”
Hello! My name is Fella Ghezali, but you can call me Ms. Fella. I am a Teaching Assistant, working primarily with Pre-K and Kindergarten, and I am originally from Algiers, Algeria. My message to students is: “Every day is a new adventure to learn, grow, and shine bright.”
Hello! My name is: Ryma Roumane, You can call me Ms. Ryma. I am a teaching assistant, working primarily with Kindergarten, 2nd Grade and 6th Grade and I'm from Algiers, Algeria.
A favorite quote of mine is by Benjamin Franklin : "Tell me and I forget, Teach me and I remember, Involve and I learn".
