Guiding Minds: CIA FIRST Leaders
Symbols, Colors & Superpowers
The Hottest Events of the Year
The School of Choice
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CIA FIRST proudly welcomes this new head to Sen Sok United, ready to continue the school’s legacy of excellence.

Dr. Jerome Banks

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The very first line of the CIA FIRST hymn starts with this simple, heartfelt declaration of pride and love for the school.

I love CIA.

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Tr. Kerryn Nel sent an email updating everyone about this word-filled competition that tested students from A to Z.

Spelling Bee

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This international school group started in Phnom Penh in 2004 with just 17 students and a big dream.

CIA FIRST International School

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From robotics to experiments, this confident STEM leader makes Middle and High School science programs shine.  

Ms Alice Enter 

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This character represents school spirit at CIA FIRST, cheering students on during sports events and school activities.

The Eagle

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Tr. Rhodora Ngipol and Tr. Amelita Wansi sent emails to highlight this reading program where students soared through books and stories.

Sneak Peek / Book Week

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From a single campus to a leading school group, CIA FIRST now operates this many accredited campuses in its 21st year.

Four (4)

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Dedicated by day, cool by nature—this International Vice Principal leads the Middle School Department with style.

VP Matthew Allen

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This emblem is found on student uniforms and official school documents, representing excellence and global education.

CIA FIRST Logo

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Thanks to an email from Aaron Paula Javier, the school community learned about this global simulation of diplomacy and debate.

CIA MUN (Model United Nations)

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It all started small—this was the number of students when CIA FIRST International School first opened its doors in 2004.  

Seventeen (17)  

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Mark your calendars! This is the birthday of CIA FIRST’s VP Jacklyn Calma.

March 2,

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These two colors are featured in the official branding and logo of CIA FIRST, as seen on its website and school materials.  

Blue and Gold

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This competition, highlighted in an email from Tr. Jean Bomowey, tested students’ knowledge of 3.14159… and more!

Math Pi Day

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Caps have flown and diplomas have been earned, this is how many high school graduation ceremonies CIA FIRST has held so far.

Thirteen (13)

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When curriculum meets leadership in Upper Elementary and Middle School, this International Principal is at the center of it all.

Principal Vladimir Sousek

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CIA FIRST students proudly sing about their love for the school in a hymn, with both words and music created by this talented composer.

Tr. Becy Oraa

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Tr. Jose Banzon sent an email highlighting this exciting school-wide showcase of science, technology, engineering, arts, and math.

STEAM Fair

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This powerful vision statement guides teaching, learning, and student growth across all CIA FIRST campuses.

“Student Learners Inspired to Become Empowered Global Citizens”