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GISW is an independent bilingual German-American school serving the Washington, D.C. area, founded in 1961. It has delivered German-American education for more than 60 years. Students graduate with both the German International Abitur and a U.S. High School Diploma. It is part of the global network of German Schools Abroad, with more than 130 schools worldwide. Its motto is 'Independent. Bilingual. Weltoffen' (Open to the world).
FRIENDS of the GISW is the volunteer booster club for GISW, established in 1969. The Newbees are dedicated parents who help new families settle in. An Alumni network connects former students, families, teachers, and staff. The campus life section highlights Open House events and features a Griffin Chatbot that answers questions about GISW.
FRIENDS of the GISW is the volunteer booster club of the German International School Washington D.C. It was established in 1969. The site invites readers to join the FRIENDS. It is a community group that participates in GISW events and activities. It is listed on GISW's site alongside other community groups such as The Newbees and Alumni.
German International School Washington D.C. is an independent bilingual school serving students aged 2 to 18 in Washington, DC. Founded in 1961, GISW provides a dual German‑American program that blends a German curriculum with English lessons to U.S. standards and lab science. Preschool serves ages 2 through 4, with morning groups and optional afternoon care. Elementary School combines German curricula with English instruction and hands‑on science, while Grades 5–12 lead to both a U.S. High School Diploma and German International Abitur, opening doors to universities worldwide. The STEM/MINT program deepens mathematics, informatics, natural sciences, and technology through problem solving and research. GISW is part of the network of German Schools Abroad (over 130 schools). A bus service spans Maryland, Virginia, DC.; SageDining operates the cafeteria with labeling; Bookstore and Health Room serve community. Kindergarten emphasizes play-based learning, time outdoors. The FastTrack language program supports learners, and NEWBEES help families settle.
