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Seoul Central International exists to inspire students to develop a passion for learning, the ability to problem solve, and a heart for serving others. With excellence in character and academics, our students have the skills to make a positive impact in their local and global communities for a brighter tomorrow.
Seoul Central International is a 1 – 12 community with three levels, Elementary (1-5), Middle (6-8), and High (9-12). It is our purpose as a highly academic institution to provide students with a rigorous and purposeful American curriculum to prepare them with 21st century skills and college and career readiness.
Through our small group environments and closely knit community, the students are able to receive the personalized and genuine support that they need to succeed.
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HEAD OF SCHOOLS
headofschools@seoulcentral.org
SCHOOL FOUNDER & HEAD OF SCHOOLS
KRISTINA E. NASUTION
WElcome to Seoul Central!
At Seoul Central International, we are dedicated to cultivating excellence in character, academics, and community service, equipping our students to exceed the demands of today’s world. Our passionate educators and dedicated staff inspire a love for learning, encouraging students to engage deeply with academic concepts, develop confident problem-solving skills, and cultivate a heart for serving others. By nurturing both intellect and character, we empower our students to make a meaningful impact in their local and global communities, building a brighter, more compassionate future.
We believe that excellence begins with the small, everyday moments. By fostering responsibility, integrity, and purposeful effort in these moments, we prepare our students to embrace greater challenges with confidence and resilience. Our holistic approach supports the whole child—socially, emotionally, and academically—ensuring they are ready for college, careers, and a life of purpose ahead.
Serving grades 1 through 12, our vibrant community is thoughtfully structured into three levels: Elementary (Grades 1-5), Middle (Grades 6-8), and High School (Grades 9-12). As a premier academic institution, we offer a rigorous American curriculum designed to develop critical 21st-century skills, fostering self-regulation, perspective-taking, interpersonal abilities, and critical thinking—attributes essential for success in today’s dynamic world.
Our small class sizes and close-knit community create a safe, supportive, and challenging environment where every student receives personalized care and encouragement. Here, students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally, guided by dedicated teachers who model Christ-centered leadership and service. We encourage our students and their families to embrace a service-oriented mindset, leading by example in our diverse and inclusive global community.
At Seoul Central International, learning is not only rigorous but also enjoyable. We strive to make every classroom a place where curiosity is sparked, and students are inspired to grow into confident, compassionate leaders. Welcome to Seoul Central International, where we train tomorrow’s leaders with character and academic excellence, faith, and purpose. God bless, and Go Lions!
-SEOUL CENTRAL FOUNDER, LEAD LEARNER
Kristina E. Nasution
FACULTY
LEADERSHIP AND ADMINISTRATION
KRISTINA E. NASUTION
HEAD OF SCHOOLS
headofschools@seoulcentral.org
JOUNGMIN BAE
ADMINISTRATION DIRECTOR
jmbae@seoulcentral.org
EUNICE LEE
SCHOOL REGISTRAR
eunice@seoulcentral.org
JANICE SHIN
EXECUTIVE ADMIN SUPPORT & COLLEGE GUIDANCE
j.shin@seoulcentral.org
JONATHAN JO
ADMINISTRATION SUPPORT
mr.jo@seoulcentral.org
SANGMIN JEONG
ADMINISTRATION SUPPORT
sangmin.j@seoulcentral.org
DANIEL CARVALHO
ALUMNI & INTERN
(TEACHING ASSISTANT)
Hello@seoulcentral.org
HAYOUNG LIM
MARKETING SUPPORT
H.lim@seoulcentral.org
TEACHERS
ELEMENTARY
JOANNE EUM
GRADE 1 HOMEROOM
jeum@seoulcentral.org
JENNY KWON
GRADE 2 HOMEROOM.
jkwon@seoulcentral.org
DANIEL COUGHLIN
GRADE 3 HOMEROOM
dcoughlin@seoulcentral.org
SCOTT ZELLER
GRADE 4 HOMEROOM
s.zeller@seoulcentral.org
SAM DOUGHERTY
GRADE 5 HOMEROOM
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
sdougherty@seoulcentral.org
MINGYU KIM
SOCCER COACH ( BUNDANG f.C)
JINUK JUNG
BASKETBALL COACH
INHWAN JEON
TAEKWONDO
HYE JINA KIM
ART TEACHER
BOMIN SUNG
CHORAL STUDIES TEACHER
bsung@seoulcentral.org
SECONDARY
JAMES LEE
SECONDARY HEAD TEACHER &
HISTORY
jlee@seoulcentral.org
JENNIFER HERRIGER
SCIENCE & STEAM
j.herriger@seoulcentral.org
JEFF WESTER
ENGLISH LITERATURE &
COLLEGE GUIDANCE
jwester@seoulcentral.org
BOMIN SUNG
MUSIC &
ENGLISH LANGUAGE SUPPORT
bsung@seoulcentral.org
YUMI KIM
JAPANESE &
KOREAN LANGUAGE
ykim@seoulcentral.org
SAM DOUGHERTY
ENGLISH LANGUAGE
sdougherty@seoulcentral.org
AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS
Dr. Wong
CHESS COACH
(YONSEI UNIVERSITY,
REPRESENTATIVE OF KOREA FOR FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Championship)
INHWAN JEON
TAEKWONDO
SANGHEE LEE
HAEGEUM
HYEJIN LEE
VIOLIN A
SUHYUN KIM
FLUTE
HYEJIN KIM
VIOLIN B
HYEONGANG LEE
CLARINET
LION’S KITCHEN
YEJUNG WON
NUTRITIONIST
WONSHIM LEE
HEAD CHEF
SUNHEE LIM
ASSISTANT CHEF
BUS DRIVERS
JONATHAN JO
GWANGMYEONG LINE
mr.jo@seoulcentral.org
BONGBAE KIM
PYEONGCHON LINE
HEEJUNG PARK
GWACHEON LINE
HEONGSIK JEON
BUNDANG LINE
HA YOUNG LIM
SEOUL LINE
“Unless the Lord builds the house, the builders labor in vain. Unless the Lord watches over the city, the guards stand watch in vain.”
Psalm 127:11
“Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful. And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds”
Hebrews 10:23-24 NIV
“Train up a child in the way he should go and when he is old, he will not depart from it.” Proverbs 22:6 KJV
”For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord , “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11 NIV
“We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.” Aristotle