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Benefits of Language Immersion: A Primer
Language immersion education has an obvious benefit: improved language proficiency. Immersing students in a language environment allows them to become proficient in the language through constant exposure and practice. However, there are several other demonstrated benefits of language immersion! Here are just a few: Cultural understanding: Immersion programs expose students to the culture associated with… View Article
ISP Student-Led Donation Drive in the News!
Our ISP Second and Third Graders made the local news! Last month, ISP 3rd Graders demonstrated December’s Learner Profile Trait of “Caring” by organizing a Clothing and Supply Drive! In addition, based upon the ideas and leadership of our Japanese track 2nd and 3rd graders, the students created bookmarks and origami filled with messages of kindness, hope, and belonging. Local news media heard… View Article
Spear Center for Excellence in Teaching Inaugural Conference
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE International School of Portland’s Spear Center for Excellence in Teaching Hosts Inaugural Inquiry Learning Conference —The first of its kind in the nation, the center fills a significant gap in high-quality professional development opportunities for teachers working in language and inquiry-based teaching— October 18, 2022 (PORTLAND, Ore.) – On October 14-15, the… View Article
International School of Portland Announces Grant from the United States-Japan Foundation
International School of Portland Announces Grant from the United States-Japan Foundation —The $75,000 grant will enhance the school’s unique Japanese language program and provide training for Japanese immersion teachers throughout the U.S.— January 25, 2022 (PORTLAND, Ore.) – International School of Portland of Portland has received a $75,000 grant from the United States-Japan Foundation to support… View Article
ISP Receives Major Grant from the M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust
International School of Portland - Murdock Grant December 2021
ISP named a 2021 Oregonian Top Workplace
2021 Top Workplace
Announcing the International School of Portland!
International School of Portland
International School of Portland Announces New Leadership
International School of Portland - Leadership Announcement May 2021