Support French International

Parent volunteers make French International exceptional. This year, our volunteer community contributed more than 8000 hours of service in support of our students, teachers, and the school.

On April 11, the French International community held its Annual Gala at The Redd on Salmon, raising a record $335,000. The Special Appeal focused on improving the South Field with turf and sporting equipment, and raised $200,000 thanks in part to a matching gift from an anonymous family. We are grateful to the Gala Committee and community members who made the event a success.

Each year, parent volunteers coordinate art projects for the Annual Gala, showcasing student creativity across grade levels. The projects highlight community partnership and will be displayed at the Gala Art Gallery on April 2 from 5-7 PM in the gym. Artwork will be auctioned off at the Annual Gala.

Prince the therapy llama visited Maternelle and Lower School classes earlier this month. This event was made possible by our community's generous support of the Annual Fund. The Annual Fund supports vital school resources and experiences. Thank you to families for their generosity in making such events possible.

At French International, we are proud to have a vibrant community dedicated to shaping our school and enriching the lives of our students. The Cornwell-Christensen family joined French International in 2021, and daughter Logan is now in second grade. Kat Cornwell and John Christensen have been very involved in the community since they started. Read on to learn more about their love of FI! 

On October 4, we celebrated our annual Fête du Vin event. The community came together to enjoy wine while raising important funds for the school. With 14 wineries plus a cocktail bar and other special treats, the night was a blast.

It was a busy summer on campus as the Maternelle buildings reach their final stages. Each of the four Maternelle buildings saw significant progress during the warm weather, and crews are working hard to get them completed. On the campaign side, we have two new co-chairs of the Capital Campaign Committee who are excited to be part of the process.

At French International, we are proud to have a vibrant community dedicated to shaping our school and enriching the lives of our students. Christine Zinkgraf and her family joined FI in 2021. Christine serves as Secretary of the Board of Trustees and lends her expertise as an advisor on the campus transformation project. Read on to learn more about her love for French International!

At French International, we are proud to have parents dedicated to positively shaping our school and enriching the lives of our students. Volunteering involves the entire family in a student’s educational life. Hear from Annual Fund Representative, Madison Bonham.