A Presence in Portland and the World
We will make French International a leader for international and multilingual studies, culture, and events in the region.
We Will
- Host internationally focused speakers and experts at the school to enhance our programmatic and community experiences.
- Establish institutional relationships that create and bolster opportunities for the French International community to engage in sharing, volunteering, and learning in the broader community beyond our school.
- Develop and showcase the unique expertise of our students, faculty, staff, and leadership to the local, national, and global community.
A Presence in Portland and the World News and Updates
![Eighth-Grade Students Travel the World on International Trips]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1717190411/faispdx/cv7jm0w98rmsbol6itbv/JPBS0125.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1717190411/faispdx/cv7jm0w98rmsbol6itbv/JPBS0125.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1717190411/faispdx/cv7jm0w98rmsbol6itbv/JPBS0125.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1717190411/faispdx/cv7jm0w98rmsbol6itbv/JPBS0125.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1717190411/faispdx/cv7jm0w98rmsbol6itbv/JPBS0125.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1717190411/faispdx/cv7jm0w98rmsbol6itbv/JPBS0125.jpg","width":2200}])
For two weeks in May, eighth graders participated in their global experiences, seeing the world on their international trips. This year’s trip destinations were Chile, China, France, Germany, and Spain.
![Fifth Grade Travels to France]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1717095018/faispdx/xgd8hoo0whokuoy8h5ib/France-2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1717095018/faispdx/xgd8hoo0whokuoy8h5ib/France-2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1717095018/faispdx/xgd8hoo0whokuoy8h5ib/France-2.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1717095018/faispdx/xgd8hoo0whokuoy8h5ib/France-2.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1717095018/faispdx/xgd8hoo0whokuoy8h5ib/France-2.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1717095018/faispdx/xgd8hoo0whokuoy8h5ib/France-2.jpg","width":1920}])
For two weeks in May, fifth graders traveled to Strasbourg, France. The France trip is a culmination of the Maternelle and Lower School experience giving students the opportunity to explore the world and practice the skills they've acquired during their time at French International.
![French International Welcomes Ambassador Bili]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1711401039/faispdx/l0mkcjbarw6gfo2it5cg/Ambassador-5.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1711401039/faispdx/l0mkcjbarw6gfo2it5cg/Ambassador-5.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1711401039/faispdx/l0mkcjbarw6gfo2it5cg/Ambassador-5.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1711401039/faispdx/l0mkcjbarw6gfo2it5cg/Ambassador-5.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1711401039/faispdx/l0mkcjbarw6gfo2it5cg/Ambassador-5.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1711401039/faispdx/l0mkcjbarw6gfo2it5cg/Ambassador-5.jpg","width":2048}])
On March 13, the French Ambassador to the United States, Laurent Bili, visited French International. We were joined by our colleagues from L'Etoile and the Alliance Française de Portland for the visit as well. The ambassador toured campus and met with students and staff.
![French International Welcomes Visitors for the French Inspection]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1701210986/faispdx/nbeyewv6rihneouolsgb/DSC_0917.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1701210986/faispdx/nbeyewv6rihneouolsgb/DSC_0917.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1701210986/faispdx/nbeyewv6rihneouolsgb/DSC_0917.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1701210986/faispdx/nbeyewv6rihneouolsgb/DSC_0917.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1701210986/faispdx/nbeyewv6rihneouolsgb/DSC_0917.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1701210986/faispdx/nbeyewv6rihneouolsgb/DSC_0917.jpg","width":2048}])
On November 7 and 8, French International had its French Inspection. The inspection is a quality audit of how we implement the French curriculum in all our programs from Maternelle through Middle School.
![French International Hosts Students and Teachers from Chile]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1695853955/faispdx/cmmiawiurixlbkmqm1yr/Chile-7.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1695853955/faispdx/cmmiawiurixlbkmqm1yr/Chile-7.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1695853955/faispdx/cmmiawiurixlbkmqm1yr/Chile-7.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1695853955/faispdx/cmmiawiurixlbkmqm1yr/Chile-7.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1695853955/faispdx/cmmiawiurixlbkmqm1yr/Chile-7.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1695853955/faispdx/cmmiawiurixlbkmqm1yr/Chile-7.jpg","width":2048}])
This month, French International Middle School families welcomed 18 Chilean students and their two teachers from the Greenhouse School in Temuco. The visitors stayed with host families, went to class at French International, went on field trips, visited sites around Oregon, tried new foods, and more.