About Our School

Pax Populi Academy runs an online school for girls and women in Afghanistan. Last August marked the start of third school year, and we enrolled over 110 students in grades 7 through 12.

Rigor

We offer a comprehensive curriculum for students in grades 7 through 12. Our students can study mathematics (pre-algebra through calculus), English (beginner to advanced, writing, and poetry), science (biology, physics, chemistry, and computer science), and social studies (history, economics, and philosophy).

Community

Friendship and connection are central to our school. Students engage in group projects and teachers emphasize collaborative learning. Outside of class, students have opportunities to connect with their classmates through clubs based on shared interests like coding, art, and aviation.

Support

We provide extensive support to our students during their studies in our school to ensure they can succeed. Our wellness club connects students with individual support and last fall we piloted a new group mental health initiative. We also provide internet scholarships to students facing financial struggles.

Gifted PPA students have a rare chance to study in top Canadian institutions. Please help make it possible!

Four of our most accomplished students were admitted to top Canadian universities and colleges, including one of the country’s highest-ranked institutions. However, they cannot accept these offers without additional financial support.

As these students reside in Afghanistan, for reasons of safety, we will call them simply B., D., N., and P. The character of these young women is as impressive as their academic success. N. is recognized by her peers for her deep care for others, while her own students describe the “warm and welcoming” environment she fosters as a teacher. P., an aspiring physician, maintains a record of excellence in biology and chemistry. D. has consistently ranked at the top of her class and serves as a mentor to younger students at Pax Populi Academy. B. is a dedicated STEM student, and one of her primary motivations is to use her education to advocate for the rights of other women and girls in Afghanistan.

Those who have worked with B., D., N., and P. can attest to their resolve and intelligence. However, this request is time-sensitive: in some cases, the students have only until May 1st to decide. Please consider donating or sharing their stories to help insure they do not lose this opportunity.

Meet our teachers

Our wonderful volunteer teachers make our mission possible. Learn about some of them below.

Robert E. McNulty, PhD

Founder & Executive Director

Since Robert's first visit to Afghanistan in 2009, Applied Ethics, Inc.'s people-to-people peacebuilding program, Pax Populi, has focused on peace through education via its online school, Pax Populi Academy. Robert currently teaches philosophy to 11th and 12th grade students.

Lara Chuppe

Associate Director

Lara has a bachelor's degree in computer science, and she helps teach a variety of math and science classes at Pax Populi Academy. She enjoys guiding her students as they tackle complex problems and projects.

Charlotte Yeung

Poetry Teacher

Charlotte was a youth poet laureate and has served as a poetry and English teacher at Pax Populi. She enjoys getting to know her students as people and supporting their personal, linguistic, and literary journeys.

Afghan Volunteers

Teachers & Tutors

Afghan volunteers are the backbone of our program. Students and other members of the Afghan community lead many of our classes and tutoring groups. Our students value the opportunity to be able to give back to other Afghan girls and be leaders in their school community.

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What our students say

Our online school is a beacon of hope for Afghan girls banned from school.
K.

K.

8th Grade

With all my heart I thank school management and teachers for making such a pleasant and motivating environment for students.

H.

H.

11th Grade

Pax Populi Academy makes me feel confident, supported, and ready for the future.

A.

A.

12th Grade

I just love the sense of safety we've received from the teachers in this academy, which makes us feel comfortable to ask more and learn more.

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