Das Laternlein
Laternlein #17: From Kindergarten to Middle School: January Updates at GIS
Stay up to date with January events at German International School of Portland, including classroom visits, parent education events, financial aid deadlines, student activities, and important school reminders.
Laternlein #16: A Peek Inside Campus Life & What’s Coming Up
Stay up to date with what’s happening at the German International School of Portland. From hands on classroom projects and library programs to Spring Break Camps, Winter Clubs, Extended Program updates, and important Summer Camp dates.
Laternlein #15: Celebrating Community, Planning Ahead at GIS
GIS Community Updates: Winter Edition
Catch up on winter updates at the German International School, including Lost & Found reminders, Grandparents Week details, Summer Camp planning, hot lunch options, PYP Exhibition mentorship opportunities, and updates on the Wetlands Restoration Project.
IB PYP Exhibition
PYP Exhibition Mentors Wanted!
Laternlein #14: Art, Community, and a Little Seasonal Magic at GIS
This week at the German International School, we celebrate the volunteers who powered Light Up for the Arts, the growing beauty of our new Art Garden, a generous gift to Middle School art students, a festive community discount, and the exciting debut of our Little Lion Dance Troupe.
GIS Sustainability Team Newsletter #1
See what the Sustainability Committee at German International school are up to with their freshly launched newsletters
Laternlein #13: Early December Updates at GIS
Little Lion Dance sign-ups, volunteer needs for Light Up for the Arts, upcoming Middle School Band Concert, holiday theatre opportunities, and our Movie Night Gift Basket winner. A full roundup of early-December happenings at GIS.
Laternlein #12: Community Crafts, Parent Connections & Winter Arts Ahead
Discover what’s happening this month at the German International School, including wreath crafting, sibling applications, parent gatherings, volunteer mentor opportunities, and our upcoming Light Up for the Arts celebration.
Light Up for the Arts: A Winter Celebration at GIS — December 6
Join the German International School on December 6 for Light Up for the Arts, a family friendly evening featuring student performances, art stations, storytelling, local vendors, and our first winter lighting of the campus.
Laternlein #11: Gratitude, Growth, and a Touch of Holiday Magic
German International School of Portland highlights community spirit with its Lantern Parade celebration, student writing success in The New York Times, and upcoming Estate Planning 101 event. Read about this week’s campus updates, volunteer gratitude, and family resources at GIS.
Daphne and the New York Times
Congratulations to 8th grader Daphne Kelly from Mrs. Prince's English class! Her written response to a New York Times "Our Conversation Challenge" for teens received the "Reader Picks" status
GIS Gives Back: Kids Filling Kitchens
GIS students are leading a school wide food drive with the Sunshine Division to fight hunger in Oregon after SNAP cuts, showing how small acts can make a big impact.
Laternlein #10: Schoolwide Food Drive & More
Discover what’s happening at GIS this month, from our overflowing Lost & Found and school wide Food Drive to Light Up for the Arts and Fall Break Camp.
Annual Sankt Martin Lantern Parade
Celebrate St. Martin’s Day with GIS! Join our Lantern Walk at Hoyt Arboretum for songs, handmade lanterns, warm cider, and community connection.
Laternlein #9: Lighting the Way! Fun Run Success, Lantern Parade & Cozy Raffle
German International School of Portland celebrates fall with Fun Run success, Lantern Parade, community events, family resources, and sustainability news.
Laternlein #8: Open Houses, Conferences, Trunk or Treat & More
Live link to schedule your parent teacher conferences this week, and updates on Open House, Trunk or Treat and a Flight discount from Condor Airlines!
Join Us for Trunk or Treat at GIS!
Join us for Trunk or Treat!
Laternlein #7: Spirit Week & Halloween Fun
GIS families, get ready for a busy October! Next week brings our annual Fun Run, Tiny Feet Trot, Spirit Week, and volunteer opportunities, plus the magical Lantern Parade at Hoyt Arboretum on November 10. Don’t miss popsicle parties for our Summer Reading Challenge winners, upcoming athletics events, too.
Laternlein #6: Busy October!
October is shaping up to be a busy and exciting month at GIS! From important reminders to community celebrations, here are the latest updates we’d like to share.
