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Carol Morgan School (CMS) is a private, coeducational school which offers an educational program from prekindergarten through grade 12 for students of all nationalities. The school year comprises 2 semesters which begin in mid-August and finish in early June. The academic year consists of 182 teaching days. The School is governed by a 12-member Board of Directors, 8 of whom are elected for 2-year terms by the Association of Carol Morgan School parents. There is one ex-officio, nonvoting member appointed by the U.S. Ambassador, and 3 additional nonvoting members appointed by the Board including representation of the PTO and Alumni Association. Membership in the Association is automatically conferred on parents or guardians of children enrolled in the School. The School is tax-exempt in the Dominican Republic. The curriculum is that of a U.S. college-preparatory private school. Instruction is in English. There is no religious instruction. Over 98% of the graduates go on to colleges and universities in the United States, Europe, Asia, and the Dominican Republic. The School offers limited services for students with mild learning disabilities, an English-as-a-Second-Language program at the elementary and middle school levels, and enrichment for academically talented students including the Advanced Placement program. The School is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. School facilities are located on a 15-acre campus on the west side of the city. The elementary school has 36 classrooms, a library and 2 computer labs. The middle school complex has 23 classrooms, including 3 science labs, a greenhouse, an observatory, and 2 computer labs. The high school wing has 18 classrooms with 2 computer labs, as well as 12 additional classrooms and science labs located in nearby buildings. All classrooms and offices are air-conditioned. There is a large library shared by the high school and middle school students. Sports facilities include an indoor gymnasium with locker rooms, 2 covered outdoor courts, a weight-training room, 2 soccer fields and 2 baseball/softball fields. Fine arts facilities include separate band and choir rooms and a "Black Box Theater" for drama and small theatrical performances. There is also a small outdoor amphitheater and a new Dominican Bohio (Gazebo) for gatherings and small events. The cafeteria has capacity to seat and serve over 200 students. There are 6 computer labs and over 400 computers on campus.