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Flushing International High School was founded in 2004. It serves recent immigrants who are new learners of English. The mission is to help students read, write, and speak English fluently while maintaining their native languages and to empower them to speak up for themselves and for their community. The school has approximately 440 students in grades 9–12 from nearly 40 countries who speak over 20 languages.
Family involvement is an important part of a child's education. Small classes and teams of teachers support students. Advisors are responsible for a small group of students. Internships in 11th grade for academic credit and after‑school clubs and activities are available. Language learning is supported across the curriculum to develop English proficiency while preserving students' native languages.
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.
