Dear Students, Parents and Families,

Welcome to another academic year here at the Frankfurt International School community.  Whether you are a returning student or new to our learning community, please know that you are important members of our Upper School.  We hope the year(s) ahead are full of new opportunities and adventures.

At FIS, our Mission, Vision, and Values guide not only what and how we learn, but also how we live and work together as a community. We are committed to providing an extraordinary education in a world of opportunities and to empowering every student to thrive in a dynamic world. As a student at FIS, you are encouraged to aim high, be courageous, engage thoughtfully, and embrace community in your learning, your relationships, and the choices you make each day. We expect you to challenge yourself, take ownership of your learning and wellbeing, and contribute positively to our community. In return, our faculty and staff are committed to knowing, supporting, and challenging you, creating a community where you belong and providing the opportunities and guidance you need to discover your strengths and reach your potential.

This handbook is a guide to help you understand your role and the role of others in our school. Contained in this handbook are a number of guidelines and expectations to help you as you progress through from grades 6 – 12.  As you read through these guidelines you will find the responsibilities and expectations increase with each academic grade. Understandably, as each of you become more mature, our teachers will expect higher standards - not just in the classroom but also in the greater school community.

FIS prides itself on offering a ‘world of opportunities’ and we hope you take advantage of each and every opportunity that comes your way.  We look forward to getting to know you all and working closely with you.

Sincerely,

Dr. John Switzer Dr. Gioia Morasch

Upper School Principal MS Principal

Ms. Ashley van der Meer Mr. Andrew Chaplin

Assistant Principal 9-12 Assistant Principal 6-8