Open House: Preschool - 4th Grade
Discover the GIS difference at our PreK–4th Grade Open House! Tour our campus, meet teachers, and learn how our language immersion and IB programs prepare students to thrive as confident, globally minded learners. All families welcome!
Open House: Middle School
Join us to hear about our German, Chinese, and English Tracks, tour our MS campus, and meet our teachers.
Parent Education Series: Session 3
Experiential and Place-based Learning
Presented by Experiential Learning Coordinator, Tom Handel
GIS Oktoberfest
This family-friendly celebration is all about good food, good company, and a little Bavarian fun. And this event is open to the public, so bring a friend!
Here's what to expect:
Games — plenty of activities for kids
Beer from Lazy Days Brewery — plus non-alcoholic options for the whole family
Pretzels and festival food — because it's not Oktoberfest without them
A chance to socialize — connect with friends and other GIS families in a relaxed, outdoor setting
Parent Education Series: Session 2
Introduction to the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP)
Presented by PYP Coordinators, Michelle Bahr and Daniela Williams
Parent Coffee Morning
GIS Parents join us to celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival with coffee and mooncakes.
Parent Education Series: Session 1
Athletics at GIS: Presented by Athletic Director, Louis Rivera
Join us for an in-house series designed for parents and guardians of GIS. No registration required.
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Join us on the plaground and meet other families with children in Preschool through 2nd Grade.
Twos Playground Meet up
Join us on the playground to meet other families in the two year old program.
Juneteenth (No School) (No EP)
GIS will be closed in observance of Juneteenth as we honor the day marking the end of slavery in the United States and reflect on the ongoing pursuit of freedom and equality.
No Extended Programs are Available.
Teacher Planning Day (No School) (No EP)
GIS will be closed for a scheduled teacher planning day.
No Extended Programs are Available.
Last Day of School
Let’s celebrate another great year at GIS! Have a lovely summer and we’ll see you in Summer Camp!!
Parent Coffee Morning - Welcome New Families
Join us for coffee and snacks as we wrap up the school year and welcome new families that will begin for the 2026-27 school year.
Middle School Open House
At this open house, you will hear about our German, Chinese, and English Tracks. What happens each day in our classrooms, meet teachers, and learn about the unique opportunities provided to your child at GIS.
Middle School Open House
At this open house, you will hear about our German, Chinese, and English Tracks. What happens each day in our classrooms, meet teachers, and learn about the unique opportunities provided to your child at GIS.
Memorial Day (No School) (No EP)
GIS will be closed in observance of Memorial Day.
No Extended Programs are Available.
Staff Development Day (Early Dismissal) (No EP)
GIS will observe early dismissal for a scheduled staff development day.
Half Day: Early Dismissal at 12:00p - 12:30p
No Extended Programs are Available.
Teacher Appreciation Week
We love our teachers so much, one day just isn’t enough! Join us in celebrating a full week of showing gratitude for the incredible educators who inspire, challenge, and care for our students every day.
Parent Teacher Conference (No School) (EP Open)
No School. Parent Teacher Conferences are available to schedule.
Extended Programs are Available
Parent Teacher Conference (Early Dismissal) (EP Open)
Half Day School; early dismissal at 12:00p-12:30p.
Parent Teacher Conferences available to schedule the second half.
Extended Programs are Available
NW Science Expo at GIS
GIS is proud to host the Northwest Science Expo. Stay tuned for more details on this exciting event!
Staff Development Day (No School) (EP Open)
GIS will be closed for a scheduled staff development day.
Extended Programs are Available.