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  • Authentically International

    "International" is more than a label here. It is at the very core of everything we do and how we do it.

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  • Transferable Curriculum

    A curriculum handpicked for its international focus and global recognition, culminating in the IB Program.

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  • Inspiring Each Other

    Our students will embrace your child with open arms. Our students inspire each other to succeed.

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  • Dedicated and Inspiring

    Our teachers are recruited for their ability to nurture lifelong learners and inspire excellence.

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  • Your New Community

    We welcome you to our inclusive community. From day one you and your child will feel at home with us.

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  • Every Day is Different

    Your child will experience something new every day. Find out what's happening and connect with each other.

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  • Ask Anything

    Speaking directly with us is the best way to get your questions answered quickly. We look forward to hearing from you.

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Term Dates

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Our families love the structure of our school calendar, unique in Washington. Our three, long terms – each with a mid-term break – provide more opportunities for off-peak travel, and our shorter summer breaks help students get back to the classroom sooner.

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Academic Calendar 2021-2022

Autumn Term Notes
August 18, 2021 Student Personal Success Plan Meetings - No Classes
August 19, 2021 First Day of Classes
September 6, 2021 Labor Day Holiday - No Classes
October 11-15, 2021 Half-Term Break - No Classes
October 28, 2021 Learning Review Day - No Classes
November 24-26, 2021 Thanksgiving Holiday - No Classes
December 17, 2021 Last Day of Term - Regular Class Schedule
December 20, 2021 - January 4, 2022 Term Break - No Classes
Winter Term Notes
January 5, 2022

UPDATE: NON-SCHOOL DAY
January 17, 2022 Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday - No Classes
February 21-25, 2022 Half Term Break - No Classes
March 2, 2022 Learning Review Day - No Classes
April 8, 2022 Last Day of Term - Regular Class Schedule 
April 11-22, 2022 Term Break - No Classes
Spring Term Notes
April 25, 2022 Teacher Prep Day - No Classes
April 26, 2022 First Day of Classes
May 30-June 3, 2022 Half Term Break - No Classes
June 29, 2022 Last Day of Term - Regular Class Schedule
June 30, 2022 Summer Holiday Begins

 

Academic Calendar 2022-2023

Autumn Term Notes
August 17, 2022 Student Personal Success Plan Meetings - No Classes
August 18, 2022 First Day of Classes
September 5, 2022 Labor Day Holiday - No Classes
October 10-14, 2022 Half-Term Break - No Classes
October 17, 2022 Academic Staff Prep Day - No Classes
October 18, 2022 Learning Review Day - No Classes
November 23-25, 2022 Thanksgiving Holiday - No Classes
December 16, 2022 Last Day of Term - Regular Class Schedule
December 19, 2022 - January 2, 2023 Term Break - No Classes
January 3, 2023 Academic Staff Prep Day - No Classes
Winter Term Notes
January 4, 2023 First Day of Classes
January 16, 2023 Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday - No Classes
February 20-24, 2023 Half Term Break - No Classes
February 27, 2023 Academic Prep Day - No Classes
February 28, 2023 Learning Review Day - No Classes
April 7, 2023 Last Day of Term - Regular Class Schedule 
April 10-21, 2023 Term Break - No Classes
April 24, 2023 Academic Prep Day - No Classes
Spring Term Notes
April 25, 2023 First Day of Classes
May 26-May 30, 2023 Half Term Break - No Classes
June 19, 2023 Juneteenth Holiday - No Classes
June 29, 2023 Last Day of Term - Regular Class Schedule
June 30, 2023 Summer Holiday Begins

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