Written By: Carizma McLean, AMISA Teacher Recruitment and Marketing Director
Twelve AMISA member schools throughout Latin America and the Caribbean region approved new Heads of School, who are gearing up to welcome students to the 2024-25 school year. The Heads of School were among multiple individuals interviewed by school boards, school leaders, and community members, during the search process. The position changes are for varying reasons, including Heads of School who have moved to a new location within the region, school leaders promoted to the school director position, and Heads of School returning to the AMISA region after previous relocations.
We are excited to congratulate, welcome, and introduce each of the 12 Heads of School. Click each name below to learn more.
Casey Asato, Santa Cruz Cooperative School, Bolivia
Dr. Casey Asato is an accomplished and innovative educational leader with extensive expertise in organizational change leadership, institutional advancement, and cultivating a positive, inclusive culture. Committed to providing a student-centered, transformative education in a rapidly evolving world, Dr. Asato brings a forward-thinking approach to his role.
With a career spanning 30 years, Dr. Asato has served as an educator across various levels and held diverse leadership positions. Most recently, he led Saint Francis School in Honolulu, Hawaii, and The American School of Marrakesh in Morocco. Under his leadership, both institutions embraced new future-focused visions, missions, and learner profiles that prioritized empowerment, passion, and purpose.
Dr. Asato's wife, Mariangela Asato, is a veteran educator specializing in Spanish, ESL, and Learning Support. Together with their daughter, Nina (6), they are excited to join the SCCS community and the welcoming people of the region.
Dr. Asato holds an EdD in Educational Professional Practice from the University of Hawaii, an MA in Teaching from Teachers College, Columbia University, an MA in Asian Studies from the University of Hawaii, and a BSC in Finance from Santa Clara University in California.
Steve Desroches, Escola Americana do Rio de Janeiro (EARJ), Brazil
Matthew Keiser, Mazapan School, Honduras
Nelyda Miguel, Escuela Americana, El Salvador
Kolia O'Connor, The American School Foundation, Mexico
Charlie Schlegel, American School of Brasilia, Brazil
Kathleen Serverian-Wilmeth, Colegio Americano del Sur, Guatemala
Christopher Terrill, International School Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago
Kerry Timmerman, American School of Belo Horizonte, Brazil
Priscila Torres, Escola Concept, Brazil
Chris Walker, American International School Kingston, Jamaica
Ariel Weissburg, The American International School of Bolivia, Bolivia
Ariel Weissburg started her career as a mathematics teacher and has held various leadership roles including Instructional Coach, Director of Curriculum and Instruction, and Principal in both United States and international settings.
Prior to her current position as General Director at The American International School of Bolivia, Ariel served as the Primary Principal at Country Day School in Costa Rica where she supported the implementation of new curricular resources, developed a daily schedule that maximized learning time, and prioritized building relationships with families and community members.
She holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and a Master's degree in Education. Ariel's background in both business and education informs her approach to leadership, focusing on fostering an inclusive school community while supporting student success through data analysis and action planning.
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