Taipei American SchoolStudent Guide

Academic dates, campus language, housing, and student-life references for Taipei American School. Core organization is free for students.

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Student guide · School Year 2026-2027

The semester, explained for Taipei American School

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
School Year 2026-2027
Campus terms
10
Local details
12

Academic calendar

School Year 2026-2027 runs Jul 28, 2026 – Jun 9, 2027. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

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Campus language

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10 terms

F

Fitness Cafe
A dining outlet located near the gym focusing on healthy food options.

I

IASAS
Used as a noun to refer to the travel season or the tournament itself (e.g., 'Are you going to IASAS?').
IASAS
Interscholastic Association of Southeast Asian Schools, the conference for sports and arts competitions.

M

MUN
Model United Nations, a popular academic club and elective.

P

PTA
Parent Teacher Association, which organizes community events and fundraising.

S

Snack Bar
The quick-service food counter for snacks and light meals.
STUCO
The Student Council, responsible for student government and school events.

T

The Blue Box
The black box theater space used for intimate drama productions.
The Caf
The main cafeteria where students eat lunch and socialize.
Tianmu
The neighborhood surrounding the school where students hang out after hours.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

12 details
Guy Lott
The Guy Lott Jr. Auditorium, the primary venue for performances and assemblies.
ID Card
The mandatory identification card used for campus entry, library checkout, and cafeteria payments.
Late Start
The Wednesday morning schedule where classes begin later to allow for faculty meetings.
LS Building
The Lower School building.
MS Building
The Middle School building.
Parent Portal
The online system used for checking grades, schedules, and school announcements.
Tech Cube
The Solomon Wong Tech Cube, a multi-story facility dedicated to STEAM and robotics.
The Bus
The extensive private school bus system that transports students across Taipei.
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The Cafeteria
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The Fitness Cafe
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The Snack Bar
US Building
The Upper School building housing high school classrooms.

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
School Year 2026-2027 runs Jul 28, 2026 – Jun 9, 2027.
How much campus context is included?
10 approved campus terms and 12 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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  • Performing arts, visual arts, student publications, film, and music.
  • Cultural orgs, identity communities, and faith-based groups.
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  • Outdoor clubs, intramural sports, club sports, and rec center programs.
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Life in Taipei for Taipei American School Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Taipei.

Timezone

Asia/Taipei

Median Rent

$1,200

Cost of Living Index

120

Student Population

80,000

City Transportation

Walkability

90

Bikeability

80

Public Transit

Taipei Metro Red Line (Jiantan, Shilin stations), Extensive bus network

Nearest Airports

Taipei Songshan Airport (nearby), Taoyuan International Airport (metro area)

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

72°F

Avg Snowfall

0 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Tianmu West Parking

other

Located at the Tianmu circle, approximately 300 meters from the main gate.

Tianmu East Parking

other

Located at the Tianmu circle, approximately 5-minute walk from the main gate.

Campus News

Latest updates from Taipei American School

Reaching Beyond the Robot: Building a Stronger FRC Community Across Taiwan

A feature on the TAS robotics program's efforts to expand the FIRST Robotics Competition community throughout Taiwan.

Sep 18, 2026

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When Students Take the Lead

An article highlighting student leadership initiatives and the impact of student-led organizations on campus culture.

Sep 15, 2026

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What Does It Mean to Build an Education That Endures?

A reflection on the school's long-term educational mission and the values that define the TAS experience.

Sep 11, 2026

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Annual Urban Resilience Exercise conducted on August 13, 2026, as part of routine emergency preparedness.

Annual Urban Resilience Exercise conducted on August 13, 2026, as part of routine emergency preparedness.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Taipei American School

Moon Festival (Public Holiday)

September 25, 2026

Campus-wide

Taiwan Public Holiday; no school for students and faculty.

Confucius Day (Public Holiday)

September 28, 2026

Campus-wide

Taiwan Public Holiday; no school for students and faculty.

Professional Development Day

October 8, 2026

Campus-wide

Professional development day for faculty; no school for students.

Taiwan Makeup Public Holiday

October 9, 2026

Campus-wide

Taiwan Makeup Public Holiday; no school for students and faculty.

National Day (Public Holiday)

October 10, 2026

Campus-wide

Taiwan National Day; public holiday.

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Email Domain

@tas.edu.tw

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