Our 4th graders welcomed Tiara Herr, an inspiring singer and musician who is 90% deaf. Her visit brought our IB unit How the World Works - Senses to life, showing our students the power of resilience and passion in the face of challenges.Thank you, Tiara, for inspiring us all!

Our 6th graders had an unforgettable adventure at Camp Magruder on the Oregon Coast for Outdoor School!

Get a peek into GIS Middle School life through the eyes of our experienced teacher, Nancy Teskey. gspdx.org/GIS-Middle-Sch…

Happy St. Martin's Day! 🌟 It was heartwarming to see so many families come together for our luminous parade through the GIS school neighborhood on Saturday night.

We were honored to welcome Deputy Consul General Franciska Obermeyer to GIS Portland! instagram.com/p/DCPuT1nscTQ/…

This week, GIS third-graders showcased their talents in the IB unit "How We Express Ourselves", presented to all grade schoolers to foster a spirit of connection and learning. instagram.com/p/DCVVDsgxZVi/…

Explore how IB education comes to life at GIS Kindergarten through the eyes of our Early Learning Director, Daniela Williams. The Family Museum showcased students' “Who We Are” unit, emphasizing family, identity, and global-mindedness. t2d.tv/1gmr

🧬 Our Middle School Director and science teacher, Bettina Gregg, recently hosted a hands-on genetics class for parents at GIS!

Our 2nd Grade IB Unit "Sharing the Planet – Farming" is wrapping up, and what an enriching journey it has been! instagram.com/p/DCkzRLss4Qa/…

From tree farm to wreath-making, our 6th and 7th graders visited Harrison Road Farm in Banks, run by former GIS teachers and parents Sarah and Luke Peterson.

A heartfelt THANK YOU to the GIS Community! We’ve raised nearly $100,000 for our Annual Fund through GIS Gives and Giving Tuesday. Your generosity enriches our programs, supports our students, and strengthens our school. Let’s keep the momentum going—every gift matters!

Thank you to everyone who joined our Light Up for the Arts event!

Last week, our first graders had an amazing visit to Harrison Road Farm in Banks. They explored horse care, joined a scavenger hunt, and played fun games with their families. We’re so grateful to the Petersons for providing such a wonderful holiday spot!

Explore how athletics take root at GIS Middle School with insights from our Athletic Director, Louis Rivera. This fall, soccer and cross-country fostered teamwork and growth. Track and new sports await in 2025! Read more in our blog: t2d.tv/1gve

Our 3rd graders took their Environmental Science learning to @OMSI ! They interviewed staff to explore paleontology, marveled at the Exquisite Creatures Revealed exhibit, and gained insights into conservation. The trip was educational and inspiring for students and teachers.

Kick off 2025 with an empowering workout for a great cause! Join us for the Move for GIS Fundraiser at OrangeTheory Fitness and help support our amazing community. 🗓 Saturday, January 25, 2025 ⏰1 - 2pm 📍 11800 NW Cedar Falls Dr #108, Portland, OR 97229

Last week, our preschoolers and kindergarteners at GIS celebrated St. Lucia Day as they learned about world cultures! Our German Track teacher, Rachel Musgrove, dressed as Santa Lucia, sang the "Santa Lucia" song, and shared delicious cookies.❤️

Happy New Year from GIS! Our early learners kicked off the week with Frau Parsons’ class all about snakes, in celebration of the upcoming Year of the Snake.

Our 4th graders at GIS learned a new skill before starting the new year—squid dissection! 🦑

Flexing for a cause! 📷 Watch our team get their sweat on as we gear up for the GIS Workout Fundraiser at OrangeTheory Cedar Mills on Saturday, January 25 from 12:30-2pm. Join us to sweat, laugh, and support GIS! 📷📷docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI…