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Every student achieving, everyone accountable.
International EducationCarla Santorno
Chief Academic Officer Seattle Public Schools
Putting the World into World-Class Education,
Asia Society, July 10-12, 2008
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Overview
Background
Vision and Mission of International Education
- Academic Excellence
- Global Perspective
- World Languages
Fostering Partnerships
Expansion Plan
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Background
Superintendent John Stanford – visionary for International Ed.
Visited international, immersion, and bilingual schools
Reviewed data and research
Surveyed parents and the business community
Communicated the components of International Education
John Stanford International School – opened in the fall of 2000
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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.
The Vision and Mission
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Purpose and Intended Outcomes
Purpose – To close the student achievement gap.
Research indicates that students who learn a world language perform better in all academic areas of the curriculum on standardized tests compared to monolingual students.
Intended Outcomes – To improve academic excellence, increase proficiency in world languages, have a global perspective and be culturally competent global citizens.
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Cultural Cultural CompetencyCompetency
Cultural Cultural CompetencyCompetencyInternational BusinessInternational Business
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Academic Excellence
Academic Excellence
Reading Writing
Communication Math
Social Studies Science
Technology Arts
International Business
Physical Education
Global Health
Extended Day Activities
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Global Perspective
•Global Challenges
•Culture & World Areas
•Global Connections
Program
PeopleGlobal
Perspective
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World Languages•Communication
•Cultures
•Connections
•Comparisons
•Communities
World Languages
Program
Standards for World Language Learning
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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, 8th 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
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Art – International Artists in Residence, District Art Curriculum, International performance arts
PE/Health – International Games, Global Health issues
Music – International Music, International Choir
Technology – Video Conferencing, iEARN, Bridges to Understanding, State of the Art Technology
Social Skills Curriculum – Second Step K-2, Steps to Respect/Anti-Bullying Curriculum 3-5 and 6-8, so students are socially prepared and culturally sensitive
International Business – Internships locally and abroad, business language
Achieving a Global Perspective Through Academics
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Program Success
Over 200+ students on the John Stanford International School waitlist and continues to have one of the longest waitlists
National recognitions – Goldman Sachs (2003), Intel Scholastic (2005), Time Magazine (2006)
Stakeholder demand – parents and the business community to create more international schools throughout the district.
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Fostering a Global Perspective through Partnerships with the Community
Business Community
• Languages needed now:
• Spanish, Japanese, and Mandarin
• Proficiency in second language
• Math, Science, Technology
• Learning Experience – Computer/IT, Teamwork,
• Leadership, Adaptability, Innovation, Creativity
• Cross-cultural Communication Skills, Cultural Cues
• Knowledge of Geography and World Cultures
• Essential Skills – Character, Integrity, Work Ethic
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Fostering a Global Perspective through Partnerships with the Community
School Connections
Future International Educational Opportunities
• Additional Elementary, Middle and High schools in other parts of Seattle
• Partner with the University of Washington, Seattle University and other
local universities and colleges
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Expansion Scope
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International School Global CitizenInternational School Global Citizen
Culturally aware students prepared to communicate and achieve.Culturally aware students prepared to communicate and achieve.