La Gazette Archive
La Gazette highlights the variety of stories happening in our French International School of Oregon community every day—from moments in the classroom and around campus, to service projects and off-campus activities.
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![Native American Heritage Month Around French International]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1733155648/faispdx/wwm29pyhn7m5czt47ksx/DSC_0143.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1733155648/faispdx/wwm29pyhn7m5czt47ksx/DSC_0143.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1733155648/faispdx/wwm29pyhn7m5czt47ksx/DSC_0143.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1733155648/faispdx/wwm29pyhn7m5czt47ksx/DSC_0143.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1733155648/faispdx/wwm29pyhn7m5czt47ksx/DSC_0143.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1733155648/faispdx/wwm29pyhn7m5czt47ksx/DSC_0143.jpg","width":2048}])
November is Native American Heritage Month in the United States. Throughout the month, teachers incorporated lessons and presentations related to Indigenous cultures into their lessons, and the Native American Heritage Month committee provided resources to the community.
![November Campus Transformation Update]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1732999401/faispdx/ersh9xppu7dxhwg8qx66/DJI_0732.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1732999401/faispdx/ersh9xppu7dxhwg8qx66/DJI_0732.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1732999401/faispdx/ersh9xppu7dxhwg8qx66/DJI_0732.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1732999401/faispdx/ersh9xppu7dxhwg8qx66/DJI_0732.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1732999401/faispdx/ersh9xppu7dxhwg8qx66/DJI_0732.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1732999401/faispdx/ersh9xppu7dxhwg8qx66/DJI_0732.jpg","width":2200}])
November 2024 was a significant month in the French International campus transformation as the Maternelle building permit was approved and Grow With Us: The Campaign for French International reached the $2 million mark.
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French International Board Chair, Janna McDougall, shares a November update from the Board of Trustees. This month, they focused on DEI work and moving forward with the campus transformation.
![French International Welcomes Grandparents and Special Friends]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1732999834/faispdx/zinykjgsdjmpismwkp6w/DSC_0283.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1732999834/faispdx/zinykjgsdjmpismwkp6w/DSC_0283.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1732999834/faispdx/zinykjgsdjmpismwkp6w/DSC_0283.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1732999834/faispdx/zinykjgsdjmpismwkp6w/DSC_0283.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1732999834/faispdx/zinykjgsdjmpismwkp6w/DSC_0283.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1732999834/faispdx/zinykjgsdjmpismwkp6w/DSC_0283.jpg","width":2048}])
On November 22, more than 500 guests came to French International for Grandparents and Special Friends Day. Grandparents and Special Friends Day allows our extended community to see students in action and celebrate what makes French International such a special place.
![November Global Mindset Moments]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1733156580/faispdx/eh8pecgokf2i1m2oao0a/DSC_0369.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1733156580/faispdx/eh8pecgokf2i1m2oao0a/DSC_0369.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1733156580/faispdx/eh8pecgokf2i1m2oao0a/DSC_0369.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1733156580/faispdx/eh8pecgokf2i1m2oao0a/DSC_0369.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1733156580/faispdx/eh8pecgokf2i1m2oao0a/DSC_0369.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1733156580/faispdx/eh8pecgokf2i1m2oao0a/DSC_0369.jpg","width":2048}])
Throughout the year, we share weekly Global Mindset Moments on social media to demonstrate how our mission is playing out in our school and how we are fulfilling our Strategic Plan. Here are the November Global Mindset Moments.
![French International Alum Chelsea Faltersack Reflects on Teaching in Remote Village and Life in Rural Alaska]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1732998792/faispdx/tfhrphisqojtrvi3tofc/IMG_5648.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1732998792/faispdx/tfhrphisqojtrvi3tofc/IMG_5648.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1732998792/faispdx/tfhrphisqojtrvi3tofc/IMG_5648.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1732998792/faispdx/tfhrphisqojtrvi3tofc/IMG_5648.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1732998792/faispdx/tfhrphisqojtrvi3tofc/IMG_5648.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1732998792/faispdx/tfhrphisqojtrvi3tofc/IMG_5648.jpg","width":2200}])
French International alum, Chelsea Faltersack, teaches kindergarten in a remote village in St. Mary's, Alaska. She shares more about her experience working with the Algaaciq Native Village and Yupiit of Andreafski populations and her life in Alaska.
![Middle School Welcomes Visitors from Chile]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1733153936/faispdx/s30haoliwuhgamshbzzs/IMG_7379.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1733153936/faispdx/s30haoliwuhgamshbzzs/IMG_7379.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1733153936/faispdx/s30haoliwuhgamshbzzs/IMG_7379.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1733153936/faispdx/s30haoliwuhgamshbzzs/IMG_7379.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1733153936/faispdx/s30haoliwuhgamshbzzs/IMG_7379.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1733153936/faispdx/s30haoliwuhgamshbzzs/IMG_7379.jpg","width":2016}])
For two weeks in November, French International welcomed students and faculty from the Greenhouse School in Temuco, Chile. French International students and families welcomed the 18 students and two teachers were welcomed into our community.
![A photo graphic with a family photo of the Fundak family and Nyguen family]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1732637793/faispdx/njolgnxk2osllz0md80m/Untitled.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1732637793/faispdx/njolgnxk2osllz0md80m/Untitled.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1732637793/faispdx/njolgnxk2osllz0md80m/Untitled.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1732637793/faispdx/njolgnxk2osllz0md80m/Untitled.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1732637793/faispdx/njolgnxk2osllz0md80m/Untitled.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1732637793/faispdx/njolgnxk2osllz0md80m/Untitled.jpg","width":1920}])
At French International, we are proud to have parents dedicated to positively shaping our school and enriching the lives of our students. Our community would not be what it is without the support of our volunteers. Get to know Diana Fundak and Lee Nguyen and why they support French International and the Admissions team through volunteering.
![October Campus Transformation Update]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727381015/faispdx/zt8rapxnudhvhrlukc1k/DSC_1539.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1727381015/faispdx/zt8rapxnudhvhrlukc1k/DSC_1539.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1727381015/faispdx/zt8rapxnudhvhrlukc1k/DSC_1539.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1727381015/faispdx/zt8rapxnudhvhrlukc1k/DSC_1539.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1727381015/faispdx/zt8rapxnudhvhrlukc1k/DSC_1539.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1727381015/faispdx/zt8rapxnudhvhrlukc1k/DSC_1539.jpg","width":2048}])
Our campus transformation is underway as we work to create a campus that enhances all of our programming and deepens our educational capabilities. Here is the October construction and campaign update.
![Halloween Celebrations at French International]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1730468687/faispdx/xfciih1v1wl6axsj7vcc/Halloween-16.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1730468687/faispdx/xfciih1v1wl6axsj7vcc/Halloween-16.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1730468687/faispdx/xfciih1v1wl6axsj7vcc/Halloween-16.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1730468687/faispdx/xfciih1v1wl6axsj7vcc/Halloween-16.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1730468687/faispdx/xfciih1v1wl6axsj7vcc/Halloween-16.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1730468687/faispdx/xfciih1v1wl6axsj7vcc/Halloween-16.jpg","width":2048}])
From a parade to a costume contest to lots of activities and crafts, this year's Halloween festivities at French International were a blast. The day wouldn't have been possible without the hard work of the teachers and staff as well as the help of parent volunteers.
French International Board Chair, Janna McDougall, shares an October update from the Board of Trustees as they partner with Scott on fiduciary responsibility, mission delivery, leadership effectiveness, and risk mitigation.
![Students Discover Architectural Wonders During ACE Week]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1730143510/faispdx/ln8w1j4fcfha5pwyqhsp/OctAceWeek-56.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1730143510/faispdx/ln8w1j4fcfha5pwyqhsp/OctAceWeek-56.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1730143510/faispdx/ln8w1j4fcfha5pwyqhsp/OctAceWeek-56.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1730143510/faispdx/ln8w1j4fcfha5pwyqhsp/OctAceWeek-56.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1730143510/faispdx/ln8w1j4fcfha5pwyqhsp/OctAceWeek-56.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1730143510/faispdx/ln8w1j4fcfha5pwyqhsp/OctAceWeek-56.jpg","width":2048}])
October 21-25 was ACE Week at French International. The Extended Learning team put on a wonderful week of activities for students diving into the theme of architecture.
![October Global Mindset Moments]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1730327563/faispdx/ktm9qvrhemnidbtudqgv/DSC_1809.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1730327563/faispdx/ktm9qvrhemnidbtudqgv/DSC_1809.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1730327563/faispdx/ktm9qvrhemnidbtudqgv/DSC_1809.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1730327563/faispdx/ktm9qvrhemnidbtudqgv/DSC_1809.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1730327563/faispdx/ktm9qvrhemnidbtudqgv/DSC_1809.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1730327563/faispdx/ktm9qvrhemnidbtudqgv/DSC_1809.jpg","width":2048}])
Throughout the year, we share weekly Global Mindset Moments on social media to demonstrate how our mission is playing out in our school and how we are fulfilling our Strategic Plan. Here are the October Global Mindset Moments.
![French International Alumna, Millie Orlando, Finding Success in France]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1729541991/faispdx/vcrpklezdetg7bobaxgq/Millie-2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1729541991/faispdx/vcrpklezdetg7bobaxgq/Millie-2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1729541991/faispdx/vcrpklezdetg7bobaxgq/Millie-2.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1729541991/faispdx/vcrpklezdetg7bobaxgq/Millie-2.jpg","width":1179}])
French International Alumna Millie Orlando was one of more than 10,000 torchbearers carrying the Olympic torch across France in celebration of the 2024 Olympic Games. She is also working and living full-time in Paris and reflects on her journey after French International.
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At French International, we are proud to have parents dedicated to positively shaping our school and enriching the lives of our students. Our community would not be what it is without the support of our volunteers. Get to know Maarit Rowe and why she supports French International through volunteering.