Philosophy and Objecitves

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Philosophy and Objectives

The Franconian International School educates students in an international environment according to high academic standards. It provides an atmosphere respectful of diverse cultures and promotes responsible citizenship in the spirit of the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights. The school is committed to promoting international and intercultural experiences for its students and maintaining its good reputation as an association.

The FIS serves primarily the international community of the Metropolitan Region Nürnberg in northern Bavaria. Local students are also an important part of the learning community. The FIS encourages parents to actively support the school and the education of their children.

The school offers challenging programs in academics, information technology, sports and fine arts. At the FIS education goes beyond the acquisition of knowledge. It encourages curiosity and creativity. It stresses inquiry and self-discovery, the development and strengthening of individual talents, and the appreciation of democratic structures. It fosters open-mindedness, respect and sensitivity toward the feelings of others, and the development of a sense of fairness and integrity.

The Franconian International School:

Educates students from all over the world regardless of race, sex, religion, nationality, or ethnic background, and helps them to reach their fullest potential intellectually, socially, and physically.

Provides highly qualified, motivated, caring teachers who support the school's philosophy and objectives.

Offers a structured program based on a curriculum which ensures that the students acquire the skills and techniques necessary to cope with the challenges of the future.

Provides appropriate resources in a safe, challenging, adaptable and supportive environment in which the student is an active participant.

Builds a team atmosphere, in which students, teachers, parents and administrators are partners in the learning and growing process.

Promotes a positive and reciprocal relationship with the host nation at the local, regional and national levels, which takes advantage of the educational opportunities of living in Germany and Europe.

Continues to grow with its students by adding a grade level each year, and will ultimately (2009) offer the opportunity for graduation with the International Baccalaureate diploma.

Revised September 2005