Seventh-day Adventist education goals for students are:

• Learn about God and His character through Bible study, aided by the study of nature and E.G. White’s writings.
• Develop a personal friendship with Jesus Christ.
• Recognition as a member God’s family, and the value of fellowship.
• Develop a Christian character, which is a unique possession for eternity.
• Learn from teachers who exemplify Christian character, and are companions with the students in work, study, and recreation.
• Recognize and appreciate the work of the Holy Spirit and the ministry of angels.
• Learn to communicate with God, to recognize His providential leading, and to cooperate with His power to resist evil and live a Christ-centered life.
• Learn in a school atmosphere where Christian virtues are valued, practiced, and accepted and where self-motivation and cooperation are esteemed over competition and rivalry.
• Acquire the basic academic skills and body of knowledge needed for life, and be challenged to develop thought and decision-making processes to the highest level.
• Learn the physical, mental, spiritual and social laws of their being, and achieve a balance of their principles.
• Develop natural talents and accept the value and dignity of labor.
• Become a productive and worthy citizen of their community and country, respecting the rights and privileges of others.
• Increase knowledge and appreciation of different cultures.
• Accept in a personal sense the mission to participate in giving the Gospel to the world in preparation for the soon return of Jesus.

GUAM ADVENTIST ACADEMY’S ESLR
(Expected Schoolwide Learning Results)

Academic (Mental) development as evidenced by

• Proficiency in all curricular areas
• Effective communication skills
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills
• A desire for life-long learning college and vocational preparation

Physical development as evidenced by

• The application of the five components of fitness: cardiovascular, body composition, muscular endurance, muscular strength, and muscular flexibility
• The development of a lifestyle that includes a lifetime fitness program

• A personal relationship with Jesus Christ
• A personal prayer life
• An understanding of Biblical teachings
• Participation in a Christian life of service
• Contribution of time, skills, and treasure

1. Respect for individual, cultural, and religious diversity
2. Service within the community that demonstrates their love for God and man
3. Assuming a leadership role in the school, church, and community
4. Demonstrating appreciation, understanding and stewardship of God’s creation

UOG ADVANTAGE  Seniors may attend University of Guam while attending GAA.  A student may obtain high school or college credit from UOG when they have already completed most of their credits for graduation and have time in their schedule to take classes at UOG.  GAA seniors taking UOG classes are allowed flexibility on/off campus with special permission from the Principal to accommodate this opportunity.  (Refer to FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE under the section of STUDENT VEHICLES page 22.) 

University Of Guam Registrar’s Office phone number is 735-2260.
Senior Merit Scholarship Phone: 735-2287/88 & Fax: 734-2907.