Taipei American School opened its doors to eight students of three different nationalities in the basement of the Canadian Presbyterian Seminary on Chung Shan North Road in Taipei. At the time, tuition cost $50USD per semester.
The 1st Head of School
TAS's second location was at No. 26 Nung An East Rd in Taipei.
This year, the US Military Assistance Advisory Group (MAAG) was formed and their family's children were admitted to TAS.
In addition to the first graduating class completing their studies, a gymnasium was built. It was financed by community contributions. Enrollment grew to 1,000 students as more than 10,000 Americans were living in Taiwan.
Satellite schools were opened this year in Bank of Taiwan housing in Tienmu and Yangminshan.
Wayne Nesbitt Appointed as TAS 2th Head of School
Col. Henry Owe Appointed as TAS 3rd Head of School
With 1,400 students enrolled at TAS, a larger space was needed. 22 acres of land were purchased in Shilin to accomodate the student body.
Joseph C. Rennard Appointed as TAS 4th Head of School
