Before & After School Programs
Many International School students participate in activities on the school campus outside of school hours. Whether to accommodate family schedules or just for fun and enrichment, there are many great extracurricular programs available for our students.
Before school
Morning childcare is offered beginning at 7:30 a.m. at no additional cost. The childcare is supervised by International School Staff. Students do not have to be signed up in advance.
SquareGator is also offering morning childcare on-site starting at 6:30am for those who need earlier coverage. Details at www.SquareGator.com.
After school
Daily after school fun, as well as childcare on teacher in-service days & certain holidays is provided on-site at The International School by Squaregator. See www.SquareGator.com for information, calendar, schedules and enrollment forms.
Other great after school programs offered on-site:
TAIKO, Japanese drum: The essence of taiko is not only skillful playing of drum instruments, but also discipline of mind and body in the spirit of complete respect and unity among others. Taiko goes beyond all cultures - it is universal and anyone can learn to do. Kinder-1st: Tues 3:30-4:15pm, 1/8-2/26 (8weeks) $105. 2-5th grades: Wed 3:30-4:30pm, 1/9-2/27 (8weeks) $145. For more information and registration, contact KAZUYO: 503-367-3597, entaiko@gmail.com
After School Band: Mondays 3:30 - 4:15, grades 3-5. Students must bring their own instrument (flute, clarinet, alto sax, trombone, trumpet, horn or percussion-drum pad and sticks)and book (Essential Elements 2000, Book 1) to every class. Taught by TIS music teacher Carol Olson in the TIS music room. See Carol to sign up.
Scuola Italiana di Portland: language enrichment classes, weekdays after school, weekend mornings. Taught by a native Italian elementary school teacher right here at TIS. See www.scuola.us for details.
Chinese dance and choir: Little Dove of Peace Art Troupe Troupe. Taught by Yafei Liu and Tina Tian. Open to all students interested in traditional Chinese dance or song. More information, schedule & enrollment form here.
Origami: Thursdays/3:40-4:30. $4/mo (for supplies). Open for all students LK and up and adults. Learn the ancient Japanese art of origami. A good practice in accuracy and patience that can build confidence. Taught by Chisa Terano. To sign up, contact Chisa at ChisaTIS@yahoo.com.
Kinderdance: Ages 2-8. Kinderdance offers quality developmental dance and gymnastics programs combined with educational concepts. For more information, contact: Debbie Sackett, Kinderdance Franchise Owner/Teacher, 503-232-4771. www.kinderdance.com
Shudokan School of Karate: Ages 4 and up. Taught by Sensei Reed Secunda. Karate helps students get more focused at school and at home. They gain confidence, which helps them make good decisions in life. Parents and potential students are welcome to sit in on the class. Newcomers can try it out in 2 free classes. Contact Shudokan School of Karate, 503-491-3241, TheDojo@easystreet.com.
Third Languages:
Chinese as a 3rd Language, Fridays 3:30-4:30. Taught by Tina Tian, tinatiantis@yahoo.com.
Spanish as a 3rd language, Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and/or Fridays 3:45-4:45 - students should sign up for at least 2 days per week. Click here for Spanish sign-up form. Taught by Vicky LaMear, vlameartis@yahoo.com.
My Smilin’ Violin: Beginning-intermediate violin programming and instrument rentals. Group or individual violin lessons, young musicians gain self-confidence & develop creative expression while building the skills & abilities needed to enjoy music. Visit www.mysmilinviolin.com/pdx or call (503) 254-1075.
Zampoñas: Taught by Fernando Monteverde. Learn to play the traditional Andean pan flutes and other instruments. This troupe performs at several school events. Contact Fernando at learnespanol.y.mas@gmail.com.
Shaolin Martial Arts: For students - Age 7+: Monday - Friday/7:30am - 8:15am. Ages 5-7: Tuesdays 3:30-4:30. Ages 8+: Fridays 3:30-4:30. For Parents (participation can be once a week or more): Monday - Friday/8:30am - 9:30am. Monday - Friday/2:00 - 3:00pm Taught by Shaolin Monk, Chen Shou Shuang. Learn the ancient martial arts of Chinese kung fu or Tai chi. Basic forms will be taught. Non-contact classes, no weapons. Click here for enrollment form.
Calligraphy/Painting: Tuesdays LK-1st/3:30-4:30 and 2nd-5th/4:30-5:30. Art Room. Taught by Mei Zhang and Yin Ping Tong. Learn traditional Chinese calligraphy and painting. Click here for enrollment form.
Chinese Homework Club: Daily from 3:30-4:30 (minimum 5 students per class needed). (Separate times for Art Troupe members, see Art Troupe information page). Group homework help for current Chinese track students 1st-5th grade.
Mad Science: a fun, hands-on look at a broad range of topics from rocketry to robots, gravity to motion, and sound to light. Classes are offered on-site at The International School one to two times each school year. For more information about Mad Science visit www.madscienceportland.com
