Dhahran Elementary/Middle School was founded in 1962 as a nonprofit, coeducational day school for children of the American Consulate staff and is now one of three schools located adjacent to the American Consulate. It is the mission of the school to provide a nurturing learning environment where students can gain the knowledge, attitudes, and skills which will enable them to become successful and responsible participants in the global community. This is accomplished in cooperation with the culturally diverse school community, comprised of students, staff, parents, and business representatives.

The school provides a high quality American program with U.S. certified teachers and American textbooks supporting an American curriculum. Elementary students are in self-contained classrooms, where teachers work to facilitate a developmentally appropriate environment which will best meet the needs of each student. By utilizing the range of educational "Best Practices," staff are challenged to provide the highest quality integrated instruction program for students.

Art, general music, instrumental music, Arab culture, physical education, information literacy skills, and technology classes are taught by specialist teachers. The integration of both literature and technology throughout the curriculum is a key goal. English as an Additional Language classes are provided for students who need assistance in learning the English language.

An extensive activities program offers additional opportunities in sports, academic programs, arts and crafts. Staff and parents are encouraged to sponsor activities and to share their interests and talents with students through these experiences.

Dhahran Elementary/Middle School - American Division
Website:	http://www.isgdems.org
Geographic Area:	Arabian Gulf near Al-Khobar
Principal:	Mrs. Jana Barnhouse
Enrollment:	350
Number of classroom teachers:	26
Levels of education:	Elementary School - Pre-School - Grade 5 Middle school - Grades 6 - 8
Abridged 2008/2009 Calendar:	23 Aug - First Day of School 23 Sep - 3 Oct - Saudi National Day/Eid Al Fitr 1 Nov - No Students 6 Dec - 2 Jan - Winter Break 11 Mar - No Students 2 - 10 Apr - Spring Holiday 17 Jun - Last Day of School for Students
2008 - 2009 Tuition/fees:
Pre-school: Half Day Full Day	10,070 SAR 20,140 SAR
Kindergarten - Grade 5:	41,260 SAR
Grades 6 through 8:	44,185 SAR 7,500 SAR - Initial Registration (KG-8)
STAR Program Surcharge (Special Education Services)	9,785 SAR
Accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools