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What does GISSV stand for?

About Welcome to GISSV The German International School of Silicon Valley is an independent, nonprofit preschool–grade 12 school with two locations in the San Francisco Bay Area. Learning in German and English

What is the age range for the GISSV program?

GISSV welcomes students of all cultural and ethnic backgrounds. We serve students from two to eighteen years old. The enrollment period begins during the months of January and February of each year for the upcoming school year. We also accept new students throughout the school year based on availability.

Why choose GISSV for your child?

Our high-quality dual-immersion education helps students reach their full potential in a stimulating environment that fosters critical and imaginative thinking, a passion for lifelong learning and an appreciation for cultural diversity. GISSV welcomes students of all cultural and ethnic backgrounds. We serve students from two to eighteen years old.

How do I get in touch with GISSV admissions?

Please contact Michelle Bonau, Director of Admissions at (650) 254 0748 or admissions@gissv.orgto set up an appointment. Usually in the fall, we also offer a series of Open House events where you have the opportunity to meet our teachers, parents and students and see our classrooms in action. We look forward to meeting you! Mountain View Campus

School News

GISSV middle schoolers kicked off the 2nd semester with motivation workshops to start successfully and with the right mindset.

The GISSV Advantage

Immersion in a second language equips children not only with an amazing capacity for language acquisition, but also a deep understanding of and appreciation for other cultures.

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Existing users: please take a moment to verify/UPDATE your profile information and your child (ren)s GRADE level/class.

Welcome to our Parent Volunteer System of German International School of Silicon Valley

Existing users: please take a moment to verify/UPDATE your profile information and your child (ren)s GRADE level/class.

What is the purpose of the GISSV pledge?

The purpose of this pledge is to maintain the health of our GISSV students, staff, and parents and to support the safe return to on-campus learning. Together, we can help prevent the spread of COVID-19. We each play an important role in keeping ourselves and those around us safe.

How many minutes do you need to complete a GISSV screening?

Timely submission of health information is vital so that preparations can be made prior to the start of each school day. Please reserve 1 to 2 minutes per child to complete this each morning.

How to contact Magnus Health SMR?

For any technical issues with the mobile app such as login problems, or problems completing the screening please contact customer support at Magnus Health SMR by phone at 877.461.6831 or by email at service@magnushealthportal.com. ...

How many days a week does GISSV have?

For the 2021/22 school year GISSV will offer its full school program 5 days per week with afternoon care . Although we do not expect it and if the guidance still requires it, a distance learning possibility will be made available for students that cannot come to school for valid medical reasons.

Can parents sign up for GVP?

NOTE - for student testing: Parents should sign them up through GVP for the day of their classes scheduled testing, the time for sign-up is irrelevant though. For example, if a parent signs their student up for an 8:00 am appointment, the student can still be tested with their group at the usual time.

What is a GISSV?

Welcome to GISSV. The German International School of Silicon Valley is an independent, nonprofit preschool–grade 12 school with two locations in the San Francisco Bay Area. Learning in German and English. Our high-quality dual-immersion education helps students reach their full potential in a stimulating environment that fosters critical ...

Is GISSV bilingual?

Two Campuses, One School. All GISSV programs are bilingual and based on the German curriculum of the state of Thuringia, which is known and respected for its well-rounded educational approach. Mountain View. San Francisco.

Post-High School Placement

98-100% of our students have been accepted to four-year universities in both the U.S. and Europe, including high-profile institutions such as UC Berkeley, UCLA, Stanford University, University of Munich, University of Dresden and University of Hamburg.

Awards and Distinctions

Among our students’ awards and distinctions are a prestigious full-paid DAAD scholarship for four years of study in Germany for a non-native speaker, a first place winner of the “Volkswagen Group of America Student Innovation Prize”, a National Hispanic Heritage scholar, a presidential scholarship to the University of Boston, a National Merit Commended student and several AP scholars with honors and distinction..

SPOTLIGHTS

AI Project – Honored with the Excellence Award in the IHK competition "Schüler bauen weltweit Brücken" ( Students build bridges around the world) 2018