Mission And Values
Our Mission: Educating Global Citizens
We empower our students to become creative and critical world citizens. Our exceptional multi-lingual program equips our students with outstanding academic skills and proficiency in German, English, and other elected languages. Our multicultural and diverse school community fosters collaboration among students, families, and teachers, nurturing social-emotional skills, cultural understanding, and democratic values.
Values
Academic Excellence
Our exceptionally qualified teachers and staff implement a rigorous, tailored, and developmentally appropriate curriculum. This approach prepares students for advancement opportunities at top-tier universities in the United States, Germany, and worldwide. Our small class sizes intensify engagement, allow for individualized support, and create opportunities to challenge all students to realize their full potential.
Multi-Lingual Instruction
We use German and English as languages of instruction from preschool through middle school, supporting students in becoming bilingual and biliterate. In high school, we offer multiple advanced language tracks. We believe that multilingualism enhances students’ intellectual development and promotes an international worldview.
Social Competence
Empathy, mutual trust and respect, democratic values, and responsible citizenship are fundamental to our day-to-day interactions, our organizational structure, and our curriculum. We support one another, work together to understand and resolve conflicts, and encourage all members of the school community to stand up for their beliefs.
A Dynamic Learning Community
We are dedicated to preparing our students for lifelong learning and success in an ever-changing world. By embracing continuous improvement and adaptability, we ensure students are ready for the evolving demands of the 21st century.
Diversity
We welcome and cherish families from diverse ethnic, linguistic, racial, cultural, socioeconomic, gender, and sexual orientation backgrounds within our community.
Well-Roundedness
Every student, class, and student group at EBGIS/EBIHS is part of a thriving community that supports the social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development of every individual.