1. International Education Carla Santorno Chief Academic Officer Seattle Public Schools Putting the World into World-Class Education , Asia Society, July 10-12, 2008

4. The Vision and Mission Vision To create a culturally diverse community of lifelong learners who demonstrate advanced skills in communication, international language, and technology; and whose performance exemplifies superior academic standards. Mission To educate and prepare all students to achieve today and tomorrow in a global community and economy.

6. Cultural Competency International Business

7. Academic Excellence Academic Excellence Reading Writing Communication Math Social Studies Science Technology Arts International Business Physical Education Global Health Extended Day Activities

10. Languages – Spanish, Japanese, English, Mandarin Writing – Non-Fiction (Modes of Writing), GLAD Strategies, Writing in the target language. Reading – Literature around the world; Reading in the target language. Math – District Math Curriculum, Math in the target language . Social Studies – K-5 World Curriculum, 8 th Grade International Research Project, World Economics, Model United Nations. Science – District Science Kits with International perspective, Biodiesel Fuel Lab Series, focus on problem solving, higher level thinking, and innovation. Achieving a Global Perspective Through Academics

15. Expansion Scope

16. International School Global Citizen Culturally aware students prepared to communicate and achieve.