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Raising Resilient Children, Together: The School-Home Partnership
Written by Jacqueline Cody, Assistant Head of School and INTL Parent
Community
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Community
Samba Under the Sun: A Night of Rhythm, Community, and Giving at INTL’s Gala & Auction
Middle School
Achievement
Upper School
Students Launch INTL’s First Middle School Model UN Conference
Chinese Immersion
Alumni
Featured Alumna - Nicole Wong, 08’ (8th Grade)
Alumni
Featured Alumna - Amanda Shantz, 10’ (8th Grade)
Community
The Beauty of Nature Comes to Life at This Year’s Arts Night
Alumni
French Immersion
Featured Alumna – Emma Vallarino, ’03 (8th Grade)
Alumni
German Immersion
Featured Alumna - Mia Ok, ‘20 (12th Grade)
Community
A Golden Celebration: INTL’s 20th Annual Soirée du Vin
Community
Social Emotional Learning
Fostering Productive Struggle at School and Home
Community
High School
INTL Laptops Get a Second Life through Dream Volunteers
Social Emotional Learning
Achievement
Alumni
INTL Connect - Resilience in Action
Achievement
Alumni
French Immersion
Featured Alumna - Malaika Ramachandran, ‘08 (8th Grade)
Middle School
Social Emotional Learning
STEM
Building Resilience in INTL's Upper School Design Program
High School
Achievement
INTL Class of 2025 Outstanding IB Diploma Results
Social Emotional Learning
Bilingualism
The Power of Social-Emotional Learning
STEM
Preparing Students for an AI-Influenced World
High School
Achievement
INTL's Stellar Performance in the National Merit Scholarship Program
Middle School
Achievement
STEM
INTL Students Shine in the Global Kangaroo Math Competition
Achievement
Alumni
Honoring the First Graduating Class of Silicon Valley International School
Community
A Sapphire Affair: Celebrating 45 Years of Excellence at INTL’s Annual Gala & Auction
Culture
Upper School
Service, Culture, & Connection: INTL Students in Guatemala
Achievement
Chinese Immersion
Alumni
Featured Alumna - Renel Sun, ‘04 (5th Grade)
Community
Culture
Celebrating Creativity and Unity at INTL’s "One World" Arts Night
High School
Achievement
Leadership in Action: Empowering High School Students
Achievement
Alumni
French Immersion
Featured Alumna - Luma Hamade, ‘12 (8th Grade)
French Immersion
Upper School
Bringing Antigone to Life: Blending Literature and Language Immersion at INTL
Community
Culture
German Immersion
Illuminating the Night: INTL’s Annual Laternenfest Celebration
High School
Bilingualism
French Immersion
A Student Journey at Silicon Valley International School: Embracing the IB and French Programs
High School
Achievement
Fostering Passion Through Process: INTL’s Career Preparation Program
Middle School
Achievement
Global Diplomats in the Making: INTL’s Middle School Model UN Shines at Regional Conference
Community
Culture
French Immersion
INTL’s Taste Week: A Celebration of Food, Culture, and Learning
High School
STEM
Bridging Theory and Practice: Scientific Research at Silicon Valley International School
Achievement
Alumni
Alumna Spotlight: Maia Chamberlain Shines at the Paris Summer Olympics
Achievement
Upper School
Guiding Students to Higher Education: College Preparation at Silicon Valley International School
Community
Culture
An Evening Aged to Perfection
Community
Culture
Chinese Immersion
Moon Glow and Lantern Light: PTA Moon Festival at Silicon Valley International School
Inquiry Learning
STEM
45 Years of Technology: Innovation and Exploration at Silicon Valley International School
Inquiry Learning
Bilingualism
Keys to Academic Success: A Bilingual, International Baccalaureate Education
Social Emotional Learning
More than Soft Skills: Social-Emotional Learning at Silicon Valley International School
Achievement
Alumni
German Immersion
Featured Alumna - Dana Gawlitzek, ‘20 (12th Grade)
Community
German Immersion
Elementary School
Schultüte - A Beloved Rite of Passage at Silicon Valley International School
Community
STEM
INTL Connect - Exploring the Impact of AI in Education
High School
Achievement
Silicon Valley International School Grads Conquer IB Diploma
Achievement
STEM
Sharpening Critical Thinking Skills: INTL Takes on the International Mathematical Kangaroo Contest
Middle School
Achievement
STEM
Creativity, Inquiry, and Real-World Applications Shine at INTL Middle School Science Fair
Inquiry Learning
High School
Beyond Textbooks: Guiding Students to Deconstruct the Past
Achievement
Elementary School
Empowering Young Writers: 2nd Graders' Journey into Storytelling
Middle School
Social Emotional Learning
Bilingualism
Confidence, Creativity & Culture: The Power of Performing Arts at INTL
Culture
Chinese Immersion
Bilingualism
Unlocking Cultural Horizons: INTL's Immersive Educational Journey in Taiwan
Chinese Immersion
Bilingualism
Alumni
Featured Alumna - Ashley Vielma, ‘15 (8th Grade)
Culture
High School
Achievement
Global Citizens in Action: INTL Travels to Kenya
Bilingualism
Elementary School
Top 5 Myths About Bilingualism
High School
Bilingualism
A Spotlight on the SSST: Bilingual Learning in your Mother Tongue
Inquiry Learning
Social Emotional Learning
Holistic Learning: Our Commitment to Student Success
Community
Alumni
INTL Alumni Award: Karl Yost
Early Years
Bilingualism
Building Linguistic Foundations in the Early Years
Elementary School
Nurturing Multilingual Minds
Community
Community Channels James Bond at INTL Annual Gala & Auction
STEM
Upper School
Unlocking the Global Language of Math
Inquiry Learning
Elementary School
Taking Action in Primary Years Programme: From Play to PYP Exhibition
Upper School
Beyond the Classroom: Exploring Upper School Activities at INTL
Community
Social Emotional Learning
High School
Growing the Future: INTL Students Cultivate Global Citizenship Through Service
Inquiry Learning
Middle School
The Bridge from Middle Years Programme to Diploma Programme
Bilingualism
Upper School
Cultural Connections: SEK International School Students Embrace INTL
High School
Achievement
My Transformative High School Experience
High School
STEM
From Inquiry to Insight: Spotlight on High School Science at INTL
Alumni
Featured Alumna - Margot Serra, ‘10 (8th Grade)
Community
Culture
Chinese Immersion
Lunar New Year: Year of the Dragon
Upper School
College Readiness: How Early is Too Early?
Culture
Chinese Immersion
Upper School
Global Connections: INTL's Impactful Exchange Program with New Taipei's TYK School
High School
Achievement
INTL Dragons Shine: Highlights from Yale University Model UN Conference
Inquiry Learning
Elementary School
Igniting Curiosity: The Power of Provocations
Alumni
French Immersion
Featured Alumna - Alex Lyzwa, ‘10 (8th Grade)
Community
Culture
Chronicles of Creativity: Time-Traveling Arts Night
Alumni
French Immersion
Featured Alumna - Ariana Meyers, ‘10 (8th Grade)
Culture
French Immersion
A Stroke of Culture: Achdé's Masterclass at INTL
Community
Culture
Celebrating Taste Week: Nurturing Young Palates
Community
Chinese Immersion
Mooncakes, Music, and Movement: PTA Moon Festival
Community
Alumni
Uncorking Memories: A Toast to Silicon Valley International School's 18th Annual Soirée du Vin
Community
Faculty Volunteering: Coin Drive & Kenya
Community
Alumni
Featured Alumni - Eva Nicolas & Alistair McGregor, ‘03 & ‘04 (8th Grade)
Achievement
French Immersion
INTL Head of School Receives Ordre des Palmes académiques
Community
Alumni
INTL Connect - Navigating Paths and Prioritizing Well-Being
Community
Social Emotional Learning
High School
Building Beyond Borders: High School Guatemala Service Trip
High School
Achievement
Excellent IB DP Results for Class of 2023
Inquiry Learning
Bilingualism
The Path to Academic Excellence: INTL’s Bilingual Journey & IB Continuum
Inquiry Learning
Elementary School
PYPx: Empowering Young Minds
Inquiry Learning
Early Years
The Power of Taking Risks
Inquiry Learning
Chinese Immersion
Elementary School
Integrating Language Learning through a Researcher's Lens
High School
STEM
Exploring Biology and Collaboration in The Baylands
Inquiry Learning
STEM
Elementary School
Using Technology to Amplify Student Stories
Achievement
STEM
Achieving Excellence: The International Mathematical Kangaroo Contest
Culture
Middle School
German Immersion
Mainz and More: Upper School Exchange Trip to Germany
Culture
Middle School
Bilingualism
Bilingualism in the Spotlight: INTL’s 8th Grade Play
Community
High School
Making the Most of High School at INTL
Inquiry Learning
High School
Exploring the Great Outdoors: A Journey Through the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award
STEM
Elementary School
The Spiraling Approach of the PYP's STEM Program
Culture
French Immersion
From Fumel to Paris: 4th & 5th Grade Cultural Exchange Trip
Community
Alumni
Featured Alumna - Isla Myles, '09 (5th Grade)
Inquiry Learning
Early Years
The Foundations of INTL’s C.O.R.E Values
STEM
Elementary School
From Concrete to Abstract: How Singapore Math Fosters Understanding
Culture
Chinese Immersion
Immersion and Exchange: 4th & 5th Grade Trip To Taiwan
Bilingualism
The Impact of Language
Inquiry Learning
Bilingualism
INTL’s Bilingual Journey & IB Continuum: The Path to Academic Excellence
Inquiry Learning
A Culture of Inquiry and Collaboration: Educators as Lifelong Learners
Inquiry Learning
Early Years
Visible Thinking: Fostering Inquiry in Early Years
Community
Annual Gala and Auction: Let's Have A Ball
Achievement
Alumni
INTL Alumni Rising Star Award: Maia Chamberlain
Culture
French Immersion
Building Bonds Across Cultures: La Source Foreign Exchange Visit
Culture
Bilingualism
INTL Students Build Cultural Fluency: The Return of International Trips
High School
Achievement
High Schoolers Win Top Honors at 2023 California Poetry Contest "Concours de Poésie"
Community
Culture
Chinese Immersion
農曆新年快樂! (Happy Lunar New Year!) - The Year of the Rabbit
Achievement
Congrats to our All-Stars
Culture
French Immersion
Bringing the Sweet Tradition of Galette des Rois to INTL
Achievement
Alumni
Featured Alumnus - Arthur Micha, ‘13 (8th Grade)
Community
Alumni
Arts Night Brings Together Parents, Students, and Alumni
Community
Culture
Arts Night, Let’s Play!
Achievement
Alumni
Featured Alumni - Maia Chamberlain & Bridget O'Keefe, ‘12 & ‘18 (8th Grade)
High School
Achievement
INTL at the Stanford University Model United Nations Conference XXVI
Culture
German Immersion
A Light in the World on St. Martin’s Day (Laternenfest)
STEM
Elementary School
Developing Math Skills in Elementary School
Community
Achievement
Alumni
Featured Alumni - André & Alexander Gouyet, ‘05 & ‘09 (5th Grade)
Culture
Taste Week 2022 - Exploring the World Through Food
Bilingualism
Upper School
Upper School Language Acquisition, Starting a New Language Journey
Culture
German Immersion
Upper School
Frank Muschalle's Boogie Woogie Tour Sponsored by the German Consulate
Community
A Fun-Filled and Record-Breaking Soirée du Vin!
Inquiry Learning
High School
Extended Essays in the Diploma Programme
Social Emotional Learning
Early Years
The Benefits of Water Play
Community
Culture
Chinese Immersion
PTA Moon Festival - Lighting the Way to Prosperity
Community
Achievement
Alumni
Master in the Kitchen and the Community: INTL Alum Guillaume Bienaimé
Inquiry Learning
Social Emotional Learning
Early Years
New Spaces Foster Play and Learning in the Early Years
Community
Alumni
INTL Connect - A Balance of Art and Animation
Inquiry Learning
High School
The Journey Begins for our Diploma Programme Students
Achievement
Alumni
Featured Alumnus - Christopher Bishop, ‘85 (5th Grade)
Culture
German Immersion
Elementary School
Schultüte - A German Tradition Celebrated by INTL 1st Grade
Social Emotional Learning
Three Things To Set You Up For Success As An Upper School Student
High School
Achievement
Graduates Excel in 2022 IBDP
Inquiry Learning
The Impact of Inquiry and Language Learning on Critical Thinking Skills
Community
High School
A Better and More Peaceful World in the High School
Community
Voice, Choice, and Ownership: Agency in the Primary Years Programme
Inquiry Learning
Modern Multilingualism: Teaching and Learning
Inquiry Learning
Early Years
Hands-On Learning Experiences in K-5
Post-Pandemic Bilingual Development: Data-Driven Literacy Instruction
Inquiry Learning
Social Emotional Learning
Early Years
Restaurant du Chêne: Play-Based Language Learning in the Early Years
Social Emotional Learning
Early Years
Symbolic Representation in Early Years Learning
High School
Achievement
Aspects of Achievements: High School Projects
Social Emotional Learning
Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging: Mission-Driven & Student-Centered
Community
Middle School
INTL Teens Against E-Waste (Sophie S., 7th Grade)
Achievement
Alumni
Alumna of the Month: Cara Green
Community
Gala's Grand Return
Community
Spirit of INTL: Sophie Gassée Baxter
Community
INTL Food Truck Fundraiser for Ukraine
Achievement
Alumni
Alumnus of the Month: Niklas Wittig
Culture
Camping in the Cold: Duke of Edinburgh "Adventurous Journey"
Culture
Fostering Discussion about Race and Culture at Home
Culture
French Immersion
French Program Students Can Acquire Le Diplôme National du Brevet des Collèges
Community
Culture
Chinese Immersion
Happy Lunar New Year!  Happy Year of the Tiger!
Culture
French Immersion
Galette des Rois
Community
Alumni
Alumna of the Month: Natalie Morin
Community
Introducing the next INTL Head of School, Barbara Greiner
Community
Arts Night 2021:  Adventure!
Community
Nyla H. - UN Climate Change Conference
Culture
German Immersion
Shadows and Songs: INTL St. Martin's Parade
Community
Alumni
Alumna of the Month: Claire Lin
Social Emotional Learning
Model United Nations: Leadership in Practice
Community
Alumni
Alumnus of the Month: Karl Yost
Community
Welcome Back, Soirée du Vin!
Social Emotional Learning
Peace Day Puppets and Social Emotional Learning
Social Emotional Learning
“How was your day?”: Questions to Engage Your Child
Culture
Chinese Immersion
Lanterns in the Night: INTL Mid-Autumn Moon Festival
Culture
German Immersion
Elementary School
Cones on Cohn: A Schultüte Celebration!
Community
Alumni
Alumna of the Month: Alix Barry
Community
Alumni
INTL Connect Networking: A Conversation on Early-Stage Technology Startups
Inquiry Learning
Approaches to Learning
Middle School
Achievement
Congratulations to our 2021 Graduating Class!
Bilingualism
Enhancing Your Child's Bilingual Learning at Home
Community
Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging at INTL
Social Emotional Learning
Pushing Your Limits: The Duke of Edinburgh "Adventurous Journey"
Community
Outdoor Learning in the Early Years – “The Environment is the Third Teacher”
Community
Exploring Student Passions: What is a Personal Project?
Middle School
STEM
Integrated Science in the Middle School Years
Bilingualism
Student Reflection: "We Don't Live in a Country, But in a Language"
INTL’s Virtual Gala & Auction: Going Above and Beyond
Inquiry Learning
8 Books to Share Asian American + Pacific Islander Voices with Your Child
Achievement
Adventure, Achievement, and Service – The Duke of Edinburgh International Award
Community
Student Service in a Time of Need
Community
Culture
Chinese Immersion
Happy 牛 Niú (New) Year: Year of the Ox
Social Emotional Learning
Student + Parent Wellness Tips for a Challenging Time
Community
10 Books To Inspire Your Child – The IB Learner Profile Attributes
Community
Arts Night Reinvented
Community
Supporting the Local Community – PTA Sponsors Gamble Garden Festival of Trees
Culture
Middle School
STEM
Art + Technology: Middle School Students Bring Drawings to Life in Virtual Reality
Community
INTL Community Shares Its Gratitude
Inquiry Learning
The Extended Essay: University-Level Research and Writing in the IB Diploma Programme
Culture
Studying Abroad: Soccer, Croissants, and French
Inquiry Learning
Personal Projects - Research, Creativity and Critical Thinking
Bilingualism
5 Ways You Can Support Your Child's Bilingualism During Distance Learning
Inquiry Learning
Opportunity Awaits! How the IB Diploma Programme Sets Students Up for Success in College Applications
Community
10 Tips for Social-Emotional Wellness During Distance Learning
Bilingualism
5 Benefits of Bilingual Education
Community
TOGETHER: Silicon Valley International School & Alto Announce Full Merger
Community
Welcome New 2020-2021 Silicon Valley International School Faculty!
Community
Developing an International Mindset
Community
Shared Memories in Time for Our School's 40th Anniversary Celebration
Inquiry Learning
Early Years
STEM
Distance Learning in the Early Years – Learning to Think Scientifically by Exploring Light and Shadow
Achievement
Showcasing Student Work
Community
Distance Learning Beyond the Screen – Insights for Parents
Inquiry Learning
Middle School
Expanding Diversity in Middle School Literature
Early Years
Bilingualism
Early Years Pre-literacy: The Foundation for Reading and Writing in Two Languages
Social Emotional Learning
Kicking off Our Distance Learning Plan
Community
The Reggio Emilia Approach to Early Years Education at INTL
Inquiry Learning
French Immersion
French National Curriculum Comes Alive Through Inquiry
Community
Mirrors and Windows: Diversity and Inclusion in Children's Literature
Community
Exciting Announcements About the Future of Our School
Community
Culture
Chinese Immersion
Happy Chinese New Year – Year of the Rat!
Inquiry Learning
Service and Action – Middle School Animal Advocacy Club
Social Emotional Learning
Service and Action – Creating a French Audiobook Library for Students with Learning Differences
Early Years
Bilingualism
Bilingualism in the Early Years
Community
Arts Night 2019: Art in ACTION!
Community
Alumni
Alumna Christine H. Crowned Champion of the Americas in Chinese Bridge Language Competition
Social Emotional Learning
Early Years
Bilingualism
The Importance of “Playing Pretend” in Bilingual Development
Community
PreK Transforms Classroom into L’expo Idéale with Hervé Tullet
Culture
International Middle Schoolers Create Virtual Reality Tours of Cohn Campus
STEM
Elementary School
Meaningful Learning through Virtual and Augmented Reality
Community
Soirée du Vin 2019: A Community of Wine Lovers
Community
Early Years
Early Years Parcours ­– Developing Motor Skills & Resilience
Inquiry Learning
Meaningful Learning
Culture
Middle School
Bilingualism
Radio INTL – International Middle Schoolers Produce Their Own Podcast in French & Chinese
Community
Keeping the Spirit of Confucius Alive at INTL
Community
Celebrating the International Day of Peace at INTL
Bilingualism
5 Ways to Support Your Child's Bilingualism at Home
Early Years
Bilingualism
6 Insights into Raising a Bilingual Child: The Early Years
Middle School
Social Emotional Learning
Wellness in Middle School
Community
Why Reading is the Best Homework – Building a Foundation of Literacy
Social Emotional Learning
Learning Spaces for Our Youngest Students
Bilingualism
Raising a Third Culture Kid
Community
Digital Portraits by 8th Grader Cybille I. Celebrate 2019 Graduates!
Inquiry Learning
Our School's First Ever PYPx: 5th Graders Showcase their Learning and Action
Community
Alumni
Alumnus of the Month: Jeremy Rossmann
Middle School
STEM
Middle Schoolers Take on Advanced Mathematics at MATH en JEANS Conference
Community
Ruby Celebration Gala: Happy 40th Birthday!
Social Emotional Learning
Celebrating Black History Month at ISTP
Community
INTL Authorized as an International Baccalaureate (IB) PYP School
Community
Middle School
Lights, Camera, Action! International Middle Schoolers Explore Filmmaking
Community
Middle School
Alumni
Alumnus of the Month: Neel Ramachandran
Community
Culture
Chinese Immersion
Happy New Year – Year of the Pig!
Middle School
STEM
Anatomy Comes to Life – 7th Graders Design & Construct Robotic Arms
Inquiry Learning
The Inquiry Learning Cycle
Community
Celebrating 5 Years of Computer Science Classes at INTL!
Community
Arts Night 2018: Reflections
Community
Navigating the Playground – 7 Things Parents Need to Know About Schoolyard Conflict
Community
Alumni
Alumna of the Month: Liz Ericson
Social Emotional Learning
Early Years
Developmental Milestones in the Early Years
Community
MYP Service & Action Reflection: Caring for Our Local Environment by Talinn H.
Community
Expressing "Who We Are" – INTL Identity Project
Community
Soirée du Vin 2018: Uniting in Generosity for INTL & Napa Fire Relief
Bilingualism
Bilingualism Gives Students a Head Start in Learning a 3rd or 4th Language
Middle School
Social Emotional Learning
Middle School Advisory Program Supports Students Through the Challenging Years of Early Adolescence
Culture
Middle School
And Away We Go! Experiential Learning in Middle School
Social Emotional Learning
10 Tips for a Less Stressful Morning
Community
Middle School
Introducing Flex Time – A New Outlet for Creativity in our International Middle School
Achievement
Alumni
Alumnus of the Month: Rémy Pieron
Social Emotional Learning
Making Student Wellness a Priority
Culture
Bilingualism
What is Cultural Fluency and Why is it Important for My Child?
Community
Silicon Valley’s Premier Wine Auction Supports Napa Fire Relief
Community
Alumni
Alumna of the Month: Geneviève Gish Allouche
Community
Networking at INTL May Land You Your Next Job
Social Emotional Learning
Ideas for a Preschooler-Approved, Healthy & Fun Snack Time
Social Emotional Learning
Early Years
How to Help Your Preschool-Aged Child Manage Their Emotions
Social Emotional Learning
Why Play is Your Preschooler's Most Important Job
Community
Chinese Immersion
Guest Blogger Cindy Chiang: Chinese Immersion Collaboration and Leadership
Community
Courage in the Spotlight – 5 Ways Your Child Can Benefit from the Performing Arts
Community
Gala Auction Lot: The Amazing Race: INTL Edition, May 5th
Community
Outstanding Gala Experiences by INTL Teachers & Staff
STEM
Design Beyond the MakerSpace
Community
Gala Auction Lot: Casino Royale: Parents' Night Off, May 12th
Achievement
Alumni
Alumnus of the Month: Paul Nauleau
Community
Service Learning Reflection–Care Packages for the Palo Alto Homeless–by Claire Y.
Community
Service Learning Reflection – Volunteering for the American Canine Institute – by Kasper H.
Community
Service Learning Reflection–Volunteering at a Senior Center–by Katya O.
Achievement
Alumni
Alumnus of the Month: Arthur Bretschneider
Social Emotional Learning
How do You Define Success? – Raising a Well-Balanced Student
Community
Night Fever Gala – A Labor of Love and an Evening of Disco Magic!
Social Emotional Learning
Humanitarian and Renowned Photographer, Reza Talks to Students About Social Change Through Art
Community
Alumni
Alumna of the Month: Anne Thuéry
Middle School
Social Emotional Learning
“Young People Have a Voice Too” – Middle School Student Council Leads Participation in National School Walkout Day
Culture
Deeper Understanding Through Travel
Inquiry Learning
Middle School
Collaborative Design Thinking in Middle School
Social Emotional Learning
10 Tips to Help Your Adolescent Find Balance in the Digital Age
Community
7 Tips to Help You Navigate Your Child's Social World
Community
Update: Volunteer and Donation Efforts for Northern California Fires
Middle School
STEM
Skate Park Geometry – Learning Math Conceptually in the International Middle School
Community
Top 10 Picture Books for Kids
Community
Welcome New 2018 Faculty and Staff!
Community
Arts Night 2017: INTL Community Gathers Together “Under One Sky”
Social Emotional Learning
Top 5 Educational Toys to Buy Your Young Child
Inquiry Learning
5 Tips to Develop a Child's Curiosity and Analytical Skills
Community
Alumni
Alumna of the Month: Laura Yim
Bilingualism
The Art of Multilingualism
Community
INTL Staff Responds to Northern California Fires
Community
Soirée du Vin 2017: An Unprecedented Outpouring of Generosity
Community
Alumni
Alumnus of the Month: Dr. Raphaël Repellin
Community
Welcome New 2017–2018 Faculty!
Social Emotional Learning
It's Your Child's First Day at INTL! Ten Tips for a Great Start to Preschool
Social Emotional Learning
It's Back-to-School Time! Tips to Help Your Elementary-Aged Child Have a Smooth Transition
Community
Alumni
Alumni Spotlight: Montera Espinosa
Inquiry Learning
Chinese Immersion
STEM
5th Grade Singapore Math Experts Take Action
Achievement
5th Grader Ylias G. Takes 1st Prize at PGL Dictée Finals!
Achievement
Chinese Immersion
INTL Students Excel at 2017 San Francisco Chinese Speech Contest
Inquiry Learning
Guest Bloggers Erin O'Rielly & Liz Evans: Teachers as Learners
Culture
Chinese Immersion
Guest Blogger Ya-Ching Chang: 4th Grade Cultural Exchange and Experiential Learning in China
Community
Hollywood Glitz & Glamour – Thank You for Our Most Successful Gala Ever!
Inquiry Learning
Middle School
French Immersion
8th Graders Reenact Historical Trial to Learn about the French Judicial System
Middle School
STEM
Guest Blogger: The Thales Theorem, by 8th Grader Klavie G.
Inquiry Learning
Chinese Immersion
Bilingualism
Guest Bloggers Chu Hsi Tseng & Shu Chun Tai: An Inquiry-Based Approach to Chinese Language and Literacy
Social Emotional Learning
7 Tips For Your Child’s Social-Emotional Well-Being, from Sheri Glucoft Wong
Community
Alumni
Alumni Parent Global Dinner Gathering
Culture
Year of the Rooster Performances Showcase Students’ Cultural Literacy
Community
Guest Blogger Jacqueline Cody: Collaborative Planning
Community
Arts Night 2017: CaliforniART – Celebrating the Golden State!
Social Emotional Learning
Early Years
Developing Friendship in Early Childhood
Social Emotional Learning
Silicon Valley International School Standout Volunteers
Social Emotional Learning
Early Years
Guest Blogger Ying Liang: Taking A Deeper Look Into The Nursery Cooking Activities
Inquiry Learning
Guest Blogger Annie Madigan: Inquiring Into the Ways We are Balanced
Social Emotional Learning
Guest Blogger Melanie Maynarich: Conscious Discipline
Community
Soirée du Vin 2016: California’s Best Winemakers Gather to Support INTL
Community
The Inquiry Cycle in Action in 4th Grade
Inquiry Learning
Learning Through the Lens of "Three Teachers" at INTL
Bilingualism
Guest Blogger Ying Liang – Journal Sharing: Scaffolding Children’s Second Language Acquisition through Meaningful Conversations
Community
Welcome to INTL's New 2016–2017 Faculty and Staff!
Social Emotional Learning
4th and 5th Graders Learn About the U.S. Electoral Process with Mock Election
Achievement
Chinese Immersion
INTL Students Take Top Honors at Chinese Speech Contest
Community
Facilities Lead the Way in Environmental Stewardship
Culture
Chinese Immersion
5th Grade Cultural Exchange Trip: Exploring Taipei
Community
PE and Athletics at INTL
Inquiry Learning
Author Chris Rumble Visits INTL! – A Blog by 3rd Graders Sophie L. and Lorenne L.
Community
Gala 2016: INTL Community Roars into the ‘20s and Surpasses Itself in Generosity!
Community
Guest Blogger Lauren Christel: INTL's First Ever Student-Led Conferences
Inquiry Learning
Chinese Immersion
Elementary School
Guest Bloggers Heidi Smith and Ya-Ching Chang: Inquiry Learning in 3rd Grade English and Chinese
Community
10 Tips That Will Help You Enjoy Gala
STEM
Joanna Hoffman Offers Sage Advice to Young People at INTL’s Pioneering Women in Technology Event
Social Emotional Learning
Early Years
Guest Blogger Cécile Roques: Pre-K Music, Pre-Reading, and Art Inspired by “Peter and the Wolf”
Community
INTL Introduces Student-Led Conferences
Community
Culture
Chinese Immersion
From the Chinese Program Director: New Year Wishes and Next Steps for the INTL Chinese Program
Community
The International Adventures of the Lee Family – Switching Programs but Keeping the Same INTL Spirit
Community
Arts Night 2015: A Winter Wonderland of Creativity and Magic
Social Emotional Learning
Attention Professional Translators: Are you Smarter than an INTL Third Grader?
Inquiry Learning
Guest Blogger Carol Slattery: Inquiry Learning in the Early Years
Culture
French Immersion
5th Graders Experience French Culture and History First-Hand in Blérancourt, France
Inquiry Learning
Kate's Blog: Inspiring Inquiry at INTL
Community
Guest Blogger Rebecka Langum: 4th Grade Environmental Education in Coloma
Community
Soirée du Vin 2015: Celebrating a Decade of Opulent Wine and International Connections
Community
Guest Blogger Heidi Smith: Johnny Appleseed Inspires Interdisciplinary Connections
Inquiry Learning
Guest Blogger Jacqueline Cody: A Third Grade Class Reflects on Their Trip to Little Basin
Inquiry Learning
German Immersion
Guest Blogger Lauren Christel: Making Connections Across Programs With Elementary School “Houses”
Social Emotional Learning
Guest Blogger Carol Slattery: Mindfulness for Children
Community
Guest Blogger Mike Kulbieda: Introducing INTL’s New Elementary MakerSpace!
Community
Welcome to INTL's New 2015–2016 Faculty and Staff!
Community
Early Years
Cowper Campus Renovations: Intentional Design for Early Years Learning and Outdoor Discovery
Philippe's Blog: How Curiosity and Failure are Key for Lifelong Learning
Culture
Graduation 2015: A Bittersweet Farewell to a Unique Educational Journey
Community
Guest Blogger: Kate Lussen: Let Summer Be a Time for Discovery
Community
Guest Blogger Lucas Gonzalez: Shakespeare in Syria
Achievement
French Immersion
Student Takes Home 1st in Region at La Dictée P.G.L. in Montreal
Achievement
Chinese Immersion
Bilingualism
Guest Blogger Chris Livaccari: INTL Students Take Top Honors at the Mandarin Speech Contest!
Culture
French Immersion
Guest Blogger Barbara Greiner: Exploring Paris and Studying at La Source School
STEM
TeenTechSF @ INTL – The Language of Tech
Culture
Chinese Immersion
Experiential Learning in Hangzhou, China
Community
Chinese Immersion
5th Grade Cultural Exchange – Touring Taipei, Attending GaoYuan Elementary School
Culture
French Immersion
Cultural Immersion in Fumel, France
Community
Visit from Author Sara Pennypacker – A Celebration of Creative Writing!
Social Emotional Learning
Student Blogger Tai Noelle R. – 3rd Grade Poetry Slam
Community
Gala 2015: INTL Community Rallies for the Most Successful Gala to Date!
Social Emotional Learning
Guest Blogger Arnaud Cabanel: Conservation in our Own Backyard
Community
Guest Blogger Gary Meeker: INTL Makes an Impressive Showing at SF CNY Parade!
Community
Guest Blogger Jean-François Merckling: State of Athletics 2015
Social Emotional Learning
Guest Bloggers Erin and Jacoba: Sensory Exploration Within our Nursery Themes
Social Emotional Learning
Early Years
Chinese Immersion
Guest Blogger Ying Liang: Chinese Nursery Students Gain Confidence and Language Skills in Show and Tell
Inquiry Learning
“How-To”– 1st Graders Learn by Teaching Others
Community
ISTP Athletics Update
Community
Early Years
Chinese Immersion
Guest Blogger Shu-Chun Tai: Student Reflection and Self-Assessment in Kindergarten
Community
Culture
Guest Blogger David Huang: Creating “INTL International Airport” for Arts Night
Culture
French Immersion
5th Graders Take Virtual Tour of the Musée de la Grande Guerre in Meaux, France
Community
Top 5 Reasons to Join Girls on the Run Team
Community
Arts Night 2014: Every Student Has a Chance to Shine
Inquiry Learning
STEM
Philippe’s Blog: Pioneering a Computer Science Curriculum at INTL
Culture
Guest Blogger: Alyssa H.: Making Connections Through Exchange
Community
An Eye on the Future: Board of Trustees and Strategic Planning
Community
Intentional Project and Theme Based Curriculum in Early Years Program
Social Emotional Learning
Guest Blogger Maryam Shabani: An Update on Playground Activities
Bilingualism
Guest Blogger Dr. Judith Lessow-Hurley: Benefits of a Bilingual Education
Community
A Decade with QiuShi Elementary School
Social Emotional Learning
The Power of Play
Culture
Experiential Learning in Blérancourt, France
Community
The Inimitable Soirée du Vin: Friendship, Generosity, and Fine Wine
Inquiry Learning
Chinese Immersion
Elementary School
Creativity, Collaboration, and Design Thinking in 1st Grade Chinese
Social Emotional Learning
4th Graders Explore Nature, History at Coloma Outdoor School
Social Emotional Learning
Experiential Learning: 3rd Grade Overnight Trip to Point Reyes
Community
Bilingualism
INTL Announces Speaker Series on Bilingualism
Inquiry Learning
Alumni
Alumnus Seeks Academic Challenge as He Begins College at Age 15
Inquiry Learning
Environmental Education: 5th Grade Overnight Trip to Malakoff State Park
Achievement
5th Grader Alanna Y. Wins 3D Printing for Humanity Scholarship
Bilingualism
Kate's Blog: Bilingualism, Brains, and Back-to-School
Community
Expansion for Innovation Summer 2014: Thoughtful Design with Learning in Mind
Community
Rolling out the Red Carpet to Welcome New Parents
Community
Welcome to INTL's New 2014–2015 Faculty!
STEM
Guest Blogger Elisabeth Lepert: Middle Schoolers Engage with the Scientific Process
Community
Graduation 2014: Celebrating, Giving Thanks, Saying Goodbye
Social Emotional Learning
John Steinbeck and Diego Rivera: Making Connections Between Art and Literature
Culture
Middle School
French Immersion
Middle School Cultural Exchange Trip to La Source School: Complete Linguistic and Cultural Immersion
Community
Students Excel in 39th Annual Mandarin Speech Contest
Inquiry Learning
Cowper Campus Spring Break Mini Camp: Voyaging into Space!
Inquiry Learning
Peter and the Wolf: Kindergarteners Connect Words, Music, and Art
Community
Guest Blogger Suzanne O'Brien: Trustee Education
Culture
Middle School
Chinese Immersion
Middle School Cultural Exchange Trip: Life at the Wuhou Foreign Language School
Culture
Chinese Immersion
4th/5th Grade Cultural Exchange Trip to China: Exploring Shanghai, Learning at Qiu Shi Elementary
Culture
Chinese Immersion
Elementary School
4th/5th Grade Cultural Exchange Trip to Taiwan: Update from Gaoyuan Elementary School
Community
French Immersion
Update from Fumel: Ropes Course, Visiting Rocamadour, Cahors, and Paris!
Culture
Middle School
Chinese Immersion
Middle School Cultural Exchange Trip: Greetings from Chengdu!
Culture
Chinese Immersion
4th/5th Grade Cultural Exchange Trip to Taiwan: Touring Taipei, Attending Gaoyuan Elementary School
Culture
French Immersion
Update from Fumel: Arriving and Exploring Château de Bonaguil
Community
Middle School Red Cross Club Works for a Greater Purpose
Social Emotional Learning
Guest Blogger Maryam Shabani: Fun Structured Games Supplement Free Play at Recess
STEM
French Immersion
French Program 6th Graders Teach Kindergarteners About Plant Growth in Collaborative Science Project
STEM
Students Beta Test New Educational iPad Apps
Inquiry Learning
Guest Blogger: Olivier Monteil: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Dictée
STEM
INTL to Offer Unique Programming Workshop Over Spring Break
Community
French Immersion
Celebrates Le Petit Prince's 70th Anniversary
Social Emotional Learning
Social Emotional Learning Beyond the Classroom: The Playground at INTL
Social Emotional Learning
Guest Blogger Maryam Shabani: Social Emotional Learning - Responsibility and Empathy
Community
Student and Faculty Achievements: Leyla and Ying Recognized for Excellence in Writing, Teaching
Community
February Break Mini Camp on Cowper Campus: Where the Wild Things Are
Community
Stand Up Against Bullying!
Community
Guest Blogger Béatrice Bergemont: February Break Mini Camp on Cohn Campus – The Winter Olympics
Inquiry Learning
Guest Blogger Béatrice Bergemont: After School Enrichment Activities Help Students Find Their Passion
Social Emotional Learning
Guest Blogger Maryam Shabani: Recess – A Time For Social Emotional Learning
Culture
French Immersion
5th Graders Meet French President François Hollande!
Community
Chinese Immersion
Chinese New Year Float Building – The Flying Horse Takes Shape!
Community
Guest Blogger François Guèdenet: Doing What is Best for Our Students
Middle School
Achievement
Bilingualism
Philippe’s Blog: Standardized Testing and the Bilingual Child
STEM
Guest Blogger Véronique Merckling: Cohn Campus Students Become Computer Programmers for an Hour
Community
Early Years
The Essence of an “E” in Early Years and Elementary School
Community
Why Are We Photocopy Free? Eco Sensibility and the Development of the Whole Child
Community
Guest Blogger: Kammie B. Brings Innovative Flipped Teaching to 7th Grade Pre-Algebra
Community
Arts Night 2013: An Extraordinary Evening!
Community
Judo Club: Lessons in Sportsmanship at Palo Alto Judo Tournament
Community
Gratitude: Defining Family
Philippe's Blog: The Challenges and Rewards of Preparing for Accreditation
Community
Silicon Valley International School Named “Green Leader” by City of Palo Alto
Community
Fall Mini Camp: A Week of Creativity and Fun
Community
Early Years
Matisse in the Kindergarten Classroom
Social Emotional Learning
What is Developmentally Appropriate?
5th Grade Trip to Blérancourt: Paris and the Fôret de Compiègne
Community
Taste Week on Cowper Campus
Community
Why Students Will Lead the World
Inquiry Learning
Middle School
5th Grade Trip to Blérancourt: Stone-cutting, Sculpture, and Archery!
Inquiry Learning
When the Teachers Become Students
Culture
Learning through Cuisine - INTL Celebrates 10th Anniversary of Taste Week
Culture
French Immersion
5th Grade Trip to Blérancourt: Arriving and Exploring the Countryside
Community
Choir Begins for 2013-2014 School Year
Culture
Chinese Immersion
Exchange Students Arrive from Quishi Elementary!
Bilingualism
French Immersion
I believe in the INTL bilingual journey...
Social Emotional Learning
The Magic of Red Carpet
Chinese Immersion
STEM
Elementary School
Singapore Math at INTL
Social Emotional Learning
Making INTL the Safest School Possible – Faculty and Staff Participate in a Disaster Simulation
Social Emotional Learning
Cohn Campus Transformed by INTL's Determined and Dedicated Maintenance Crew
Community
Welcome to INTL’s New 2013-2014 Faculty!
Community
Excitement Builds for Opening of the New Cohn Campus
Community
Expansion for Innovation Construction Update #2
Community
Expansion for Innovation Construction Update
Community
Learning Through Dance
Community
8th Grade Graduation Ceremony - A Beautiful, Emotional Farewell to INTL
Community
INTL Goes to the White House
Culture
French Immersion
4th Graders Tour Versailles – Virtually!
Community
My Top 10 Kermesse Survival Tips for Parents
Community
Excitement Builds for 1,000 sq. ft. Addition to Cohn Campus Building
STEM
Elementary School
ISTP 3rd Grader Devyn B. Is a Tech Wizard
Community
Creating Classrooms of the Future
Community
Rothschild Multipurpose Room Renovation Will Increase PE Options, Create Indoor/Outdoor Flexibility
Community
New Media Hub Will Transform Student Learning at INTL
Culture
Middle School
Bilingualism
8th Graders to Present Three Plays - Thursday, May 23
Community
Parents' Day on Cowper
Community
Expansion for Innovation Evening: Exciting Plans for Cohn Campus Are Revealed
Culture
Guest Student Blogger Saxon H.: The Gym We Built in Costa Rica
Achievement
Chinese Immersion
Bilingualism
INTL Students Take Top Honors at 38th Annual Mandarin Speech Contest
Middle School
Achievement
INTL 6th Graders Sweep CCTE Writing Competition
Community
Earth Week on Cowper
Culture
Guest Student Blogger Alix: My International Service Project in Costa Rica
Culture
Chinese Immersion
Advice for Traveling in China
Middle School
STEM
Seventh Graders Build a Dodecahedron!
Culture
Chinese Immersion
Last Day in China
Community
Chinese Immersion
Mandarin Speech Presentations – Congratulations to our Talented Speakers!
Culture
Chinese Immersion
Goodbye Hangzhou. Hello Wuxi, Suzhou, & Shanghai!
Culture
Chinese Immersion
Three Days at the Qiushi School
Culture
Chinese Immersion
The Spring Field Trip with the Qiushi School
Culture
French Immersion
Update from Fumel – the 4th Grade French Exchange Trip
Culture
Chinese Immersion
The Great Wall, Tech Museum, & Olympic Park
Culture
Chinese Immersion
Beihai Park, Prince Gong's Palace, Tiananmen Square, & The Forbidden City
Culture
Chinese Immersion
A Night on the Sleeper Train
Culture
Chinese Immersion
Sunday in Hangzhou
Culture
Chinese Immersion
Greetings from Beijing!
Culture
Chinese Immersion
First Day at the Qiushi School
Community
Student Creativity on Display at Music Week
Culture
French Immersion
Fumel, Days 1 & 2
Community
Get to Know the INTL Board of Trustees
Community
The Exquisite Elegance of the Black and White Ball – INTL’s Event of the Year!
Culture
Iranian New Year Presentation
Community
INTL is one of the Safest Schools in Palo Alto
Community
Guest Blogger: Parent Naama Tal Reflects on the INTL Experience
Community
Black and White day on Cowper
Community
Guest Blogger: Thank You from Gary Meeker to All Involved in the CNY Float Build!
Community
Guest Blogger: Message from Jim Armstrong, CNY Parade Chair
Social Emotional Learning
Up, Up and Away: February Mini Camp
Community
Culture
Chinese Immersion
Chinese New Year Festival at Cowper
Middle School
Social Emotional Learning
7th Grade English Comic Book Project: Where Does Our Food Really Come From?
Community
Choir Performs at Palo Alto Neighbors Abroad Festival!
STEM
iPad Workshop: Meaningful Technology in the Classroom
Community
Art Night
Social Emotional Learning
ISTP From an OutSiders Glace by Val Harhager
Community
What's Going On In These Halls?
Community
"View of the City" Comes to Life
Middle School
STEM
French Immersion
Middle School French Math - Fractales
Community
High School
Holiday Wish for the High School Class of 2012
Community
Khan Academy Partnership
Culture
French Immersion
Blérancourt Exchange - Postcards in Blérancourt
Culture
French Immersion
Blérancourt Exchange - Auvers sur Oise
Culture
French Immersion
Blérancourt Exchange - L'Abbaye Saint-Jean des Vignes
Culture
French Immersion
Blérancourt Exchange - Armistice, Château de Compiègne & Tir à l'Arc
Culture
French Immersion
Blérancourt Exchange - Saturday in Paris
Culture
French Immersion
Blérancourt Exchange - A Day at the Château de Blérancourt
Middle School
STEM
Middle School Students Participate in Stanford LET'S GO Ecology Project
Culture
French Immersion
Blérancourt Exchange - La Caverne du Dragon & Le Chemin des Dames
Inquiry Learning
Everyday Life - Between Backyard and Bakery
Community
Trustee Visitation Days 2012
Community
Between Backyard and Bakery
Community
Stand Up Against Bullying - Wear Pink!
Community
Judo Team
Inquiry Learning
Middle School
Chinese Immersion
Everyday Life - 6th Grade Chinese Humanities Class
Inquiry Learning
Middle School
Guest Blogger: Elizabeth W. & Steve G.: An Honest Look at Middle School
Achievement
School is Named one of Palo Alto's "Green Business Leaders"
Culture
Chinese Immersion
Celebrating Confucius Day and the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival
Community
Where are they now?
Community
New Administrative and Support Staff Structure for 2012-2013
Community
Welcome the New 2012-2013 Faculty!
STEM
iPad Training with our Faculty
Inquiry Learning
Katie F.'s Day at the New Khan Academy Discovery Lab
Community
Khan Academy Discovery Lab this Summer
Culture
Polina L.'s Perspective on France
Community
2012 Queen of Kermesse
Social Emotional Learning
High School
Farewell, Graduates!
Culture
Chinese Immersion
Sara F.'s Perspective of China
Community
Guest Blogger Erin O'Rielly - Pedicures, Pie, and the Painted Ladies for a Teacher Treasure
Culture
Chinese Immersion
Elizabeth M.'s Perspective on China
Community
Futsal: Spring Season Update
Community
Girl Scouts Make a Difference on Campus and in Community
Achievement
Students have articles published in World Journal
Chinese Immersion
Bilingualism
Focus on Chinese Literacy
Community
Achievement
Alumni
Alumnus Ranks First in National French Exam
Achievement
Middle School participates in President's Challenge
Achievement
Students place at ACTFL video contest
Community
Girls on the Run
Inquiry Learning
Catherine Missonier, French fiction writer, visits our School
Achievement
Alumni
Alumnus place in Top 50 in National Exam
Community
Guest Blogger: Cee B-F. "Dear Abby, What is Kermesse? And how do I enjoy it?"
Achievement
STEM
French Immersion
Student places 1st in Kangourou Contest
Achievement
STEM
French Immersion
Dictée PGL and Kangourou Contest, Middle School 2012
Inquiry Learning
Dictée PGL et concours Kangourou 2012
Community
Making New Friends
Culture
French Immersion
My Experience Hosting a Blérancourt Exchange Student
Culture
Early Years
Chinese Immersion
Chinese Immersion Pre-K works on their own Story Books
Culture
French Immersion
La Source
Community
Who is Mindy W.?
Culture
Jardinage à Cowper
Community
PTA Spring Musicale
Achievement
Chinese Immersion
Congratulations Chinese CLTAC Speech Contest Prize Winners!
Community
Patricia C.'s Blog: Volunteers Make Magic Happen
Middle School
STEM
French Immersion
Building an Icosahedron in Math in French - 6th grade
Culture
Chinese Immersion
Shanghai
Culture
Chinese Immersion
Last Day in Shanghai
Social Emotional Learning
Back to School Monday and Tuesday
Culture
Chinese Immersion
Birthdays in Hangzhou
Culture
Chinese Immersion
More pics from China
Culture
Chinese Immersion
Sunday in Hangzhou
Culture
French Immersion
Guest Blogger Erin O'Rielly - Fumel Trip - A Sunday in Paris
Culture
Chinese Immersion
Photos from China
Culture
Chinese Immersion
To China With Love
Culture
French Immersion
Guest Blogger Erin O'Rielly - Fumel Trip - We're in Paris!
Community
Chinese Immersion
Hangzhou Greets INTL with a Song, Gifts, and Grand Hellos!
Culture
French Immersion
Guest Blogger Erin O'Rielly - Fumel Trip - Lascaux & Sarlat
Culture
French Immersion
Guest Blogger Erin O'Rielly - Fumel Trip - Cahors
Culture
French Immersion
Guest Blogger Erin O'Rielly - Fumel Trip - Le Château de Bonaguil
Culture
Chinese Immersion
Night Sleeper, Nanjing, and now Hangzhou
Culture
Chinese Immersion
Beijing natives love our INTL students
Culture
French Immersion
Guest Blogger Erin O'Rielly - Fumel Trip - A Day in Fumel
Culture
French Immersion
Guest Blogger Erin O'Rielly - Fumel Trip - L'accrobranche
Culture
Chinese Immersion
Beijing loves INTL students
Culture
Chinese Immersion
INTL 4th and 5th graders in Beijing
Culture
French Immersion
Guest Blogger Erin O'Rielly - Fumel Trip - SFO to Fumel... We've arrived!
Achievement
Congratulations, Rémi and Chloé
Community
4th Grade Spreads Love of Reading through Buddy Program
Community
Middle School
Middle School Students Lead the Way in Keeping INTL Green
STEM
Generation Safe
STEM
How Bungee Jumping Barbies Help Teach Math Concepts
Bilingualism
Bilingualism Stimulates Brain
Social Emotional Learning
Kate's Blog: Following Social Emotional Learning in the Elementary School
Community
Chinese Immersion
2nd Graders Sing to Local Retirement Home
Community
INTL's Judo Club at South San Francisco Boys & Girls Tournament
Community
13 Classes Reach 100% Participation in the Annual Fund!
Culture
Chinese Immersion
Guest Blogger Warren K.: San Francisco Chinese New Year Parade - Year of the Dragon Float -- Done!
Community
French Immersion
What do over a dozen French and international schools have in common?
Community
Kate's Blog: The perseverance of young journalists
Middle School
Achievement
Bilingualism
Middle School Students Place 2nd in American Council in the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) Video Contest
Social Emotional Learning
INTL Futsal: The Start of Something New
Community
A Peek at INTL Classroom Activities
Community
5 Reasons to Give
Community
Heart-Warming Post by Teachers
Community
Why is Arts Night a Success?
Achievement
INTL Student Nominates Teacher for John Hopkins University Award
Social Emotional Learning
Social Emotional Learning: Whose Job is it Anyway?
Inquiry Learning
Kate's Blog: Homework?
Community
Photocopy Free Week on Cowper
Community
Kate's Blog: An SEL moment - to tell or not to tell
Culture
French Immersion
Guest Blogger Erin O'Rielly - Blérancourt Trip - La Caverne du Dragon and le Chemin des Dames
Culture
French Immersion
Guest Blogger Erin O'Rielly - Blérancourt Trip - Postcards & a Reception
Culture
French Immersion
Guest Blogger Erin O'Rielly - Blérancourt Trip - A Day in Amiens
Culture
French Immersion
Guest Blogger Erin O'Rielly - Blérancourt Trip - Our Day in Paris!
Culture
French Immersion
Guest Blogger Erin O'Rielly - Blérancourt Trip - Le Musée de Blérancourt and le Château de Compiègne
Culture
French Immersion
Guest Blogger Erin O'Rielly - Blérancourt Trip - Château de Pierrefonds and Archery
Culture
French Immersion
Guest Blogger Erin O'Rielly - Blérancourt Trip - We've arrived!
Culture
French Immersion
Guest Blogger Erin O'Rielly - Blérancourt Trip - L'Abbaye Saint Jean des Vignes
Community
Trustee Visitation Days
STEM
Kate's Blog: Teachers Explore SEL and Design Thinking
Culture
Connecting with our Roots
Culture
French Immersion
Local Chefs Teach Students about Gastronomy
Inquiry Learning
Kids and Money, what are you teaching your kids?
Social Emotional Learning
Expanding Minds, Expanding Palates!
Community
"Idols" Auditions Draw Big Turnout!
Social Emotional Learning
Kate's Blog: Lunch, revised
Community
Marches in the Los Altos Pet Parade
Social Emotional Learning
Kate's Blog: Suggested reading/listening as we go back to school
Culture
Chinese Immersion
Chinese Tradition of Respect in an Authentic Context
Community
Kate's Blog: Lunchtime Learning
Community
One of the most important things you can do for your child.
Community
Alumni
Why do alumni like to visit us?
Community
K.I.S.S. - Keep It Simple, Sweetie
Social Emotional Learning
Tinker Toy Challenge and Collaboration
Community
Welcome INTL's New Faculty Members!
Social Emotional Learning
Guest Bloggers
Community
Discovering the world
Community
Changes on Cowper
Community
Summer Suggestions
Bilingualism
The Benefits of Bilingualism
Community
My Top 10 Kermesse Survival Tips for Parents
Inquiry Learning
3 good reads for parents and teachers alike
Inquiry Learning
Engaged and Active Learning in 2nd Grade
Community
Appreciation of cross-grade learning
Community
Joyeux Anniversaire!
Social Emotional Learning
What Skills Will Your Child Need to Be Successful?
Social Emotional Learning
Fruit and Vegetable Fever
Inquiry Learning
Is Print Dead?
Social Emotional Learning
Waste-Free Lunch and Learning
Social Emotional Learning
To Zuca or Not to Zuca
Culture
Exchange Excitement
Social Emotional Learning
Lessons on learning from the yoga mat (and beyond)
Social Emotional Learning
The Beauty of Elementary School Performances
Community
Read, Read, Read
Community
How Times Have Changed!
Community
Wrestling and Pillow Fights
Social Emotional Learning
Taking Healthy Risks
Community
Nowhere to Race?
Community
Pajama Day
Community
Mix it up, stand up, and wear pink!
Community
College Rivalry
Social Emotional Learning
A cardboard box is the best toy of all...
Community
Share Your Words
Community
Student Council
Inquiry Learning
Valuable points from the Kidpower Workshop
Social Emotional Learning
A Big Order
Through and Through
Community
Musings on the Benefits of Bake Sales
Culture
French Immersion
More than just a trip
Community
21st Century Skills
Community
Responding to new research on development
Community
Planning for the Future
Inquiry Learning
Brain Research and the Joy of Learning
Community
Soirée du Vin Wine Auction
Community
The Importance of Picture Books
Social Emotional Learning
Developmental ranges
Community
Creativity and Learning
Community
Countdown to Wine Auction
Social Emotional Learning
Healthy Risk Taking
Community
School picture days of present and past - a view into elementary school life
Community
French Immersion
Calling All Gourmets and Wine Collectors!
Community
Standardized testing - testing perspectives
Inquiry Learning
Bilingualism
When Preparation Meets Opportunity
Community
Reluctant Blogger
Community
You're the Heart of INTL
Community
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