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English is the language of instruction across all classes, and all coursework is designed to help students read, write, and speak English fluently while meeting graduation requirements. FIHS serves students from almost 40 countries who speak over 20 languages; Spanish and Mandarin are the two most prominent language groups. The school emphasizes maintaining students' native languages in addition to English.
The school serves recent immigrants who are new learners of English. The goal is to help each student read, write and communicate clearly in English while maintaining their native language.
Flushing International High School is in Flushing, New York, serving grades 9–12. It belongs to the Internationals Network and follows the Internationals Approach, built on five core principles to support immigrant and multilingual learners. A centerpiece is the Internship Institute, which lets students explore a career area, develop workplace skills, apply new knowledge, and strengthen English and native-language abilities through real-world experience. Founded in 2004, FIHS serves recent immigrants and emphasizes bilingual language growth alongside academic development. The school houses 440 students from 40 countries who speak over 20 languages. The academic program is anchored in the American curriculum, with integrated language learning and opportunities for fieldwork and community engagement. Distinctive features include a strong internship program in 11th grade, an Arts & PE program with Drama and Visual Arts, and a DREAM TEAM that supports immigrant issues and scholarships for students. Sports include Volleyball, Soccer, Badminton, Basketball, and Handball.
