LEARNING AT TIS [ TISで学ぶ ]
The 5 TIS Stars [ TISの５つの星の基準の紹介 ]
At Tohoku International School our core values, or whole school learning goals, are promoted through our uniquely developed 5 STARS. The STARS essentially form the backbone to all programs offered here, and we consider these attributes to be critical for the development of the whole child into caring global citizens.
Communicatorsコミュニケーションができる人
Students should develop the appropriate skills necessary for clear and effective communication in both written and verbal forms.
Knowledgeable知識のある人
Students should develop a passion for learning. They should strive to improve their knowledge and understanding of the world in which they live.
Risk Takers挑戦する人
Students should not be afraid to take risks!
We encourage students to step outside of their comfort zones and try new things.
Responsible責任感のある人
There is a high expectation that all students behave and act responsibly across many contexts and settings. All students are encouraged to be excellent role models to others through doing the right thing even in difficult circumstances.
Open Minded心を開く人
All students are encouraged to be open minded in all their endeavors. Holding respect for others regardless of nationality, age, religion or ethnicity is paramount to forming healthy relationships with peers within the international community at the school and beyond.
OUR PROGRAMS [ TISの教育プログラム ]
Kindergarten [ 幼稚科 ]
Tohoku International School (TIS) provides a superb experiential learning environment for children to foster the development of their social, emotional, intellectual, and physical skills through an enriching and well-balanced academic program.
TIS幼稚科では、幼児の社会性、感情、知性そして身体の発達を目指し、バランスの取れた教育環境を提供しています。
Elementary [ 初等科 ]
TIS Elementary School is an authorized International Baccalaureate
Primary Years Programme (IB PYP)
school. As an international community, we believe we learn best with and through one another, gathering from a variety of cultural backgrounds. The students, teachers, parents, and wider community all support students’ learning and are valued members of the TIS community. Our focus on student-agency sees TIS students taking ownership of their own learning.
TIS初等科は国際バカロレアのPYP認定校です。国際的文化背景を持つコミュニティの一員として、児童たちが多様な文化の理解と尊重の精神をもち、言語、社会、算数、美術、理科、体育の教科を学びながら、また、自ら考え問題解決ができる自立した学習者となるよう育成します。
Secondary [ 中・高等科 ]
TIS Secondary school is a vibrant community of learners using a variety of tools to deepen and extend their knowledge of the world. Students have opportunities to learn both individually and in a range of groups. Secondary School students from Grades 7 to 10 are offered a range of courses, including English, Math, History, Science, Geography, Japanese, Physical Education and Arts (Digital, Performing or Visual). Computer technology skills are integrated into coursework throughout the grades.
TISの中・高等科では、世界に関する知識を深めるべく、個人やグループ活動等、生徒たちは様々な方法で学習しています。英語、数学、歴史、科学、地理、日本語、体育、演劇、美術などの多彩でかつレベルの高いコースがあり、各コースを通じて必要なコンピュータースキルも伸ばします。11/12年生は、国際バカロレアのDPコースを履修します。この国際的に評価されたDPプログラムを通して、生徒は世界中の大学、またあらゆる進路を選べる可能性と実力を身につける事が出来ます。
IB Diploma Programme [ IBデイプロマプログラム ]
As part of our ongoing commitment to academic excellence, TIS has implemented the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for Grades 11 and 12. This internationally recognized program provides our learners with the opportunity to excel and opens the doors to further education in universities around the globe.
11/12年生は、国際バカロレアのDPコースを履修します。この国際的に評価されたDPプログラムを通して、生徒は世界中の大学、またあらゆる進路を選べる可能性と実力を身につける事が出来ます。
EAL (English as an Additional Language) [ 英語サポートプログラム ]
At TIS, equality of opportunity is intrinsic, and this extends to our EAL students. Offering comprehensive support from G1-12, our balanced and flexible EAL program reflects the individual needs of EAL students. Providing support within an empathetic framework, the program takes place both within and outside of regular classrooms. This program employs strategies which allow for EAL students to successfully assimilate into the mainstream curriculum and reach their full academic potential.
生徒全員が平等に学ぶ機会を持つことはTISの信念であり、これは英語を外国語とする生徒たちに対しても同様です。TISのEALプログラムは、１年生から12年生の生徒の英語能力に合わせた明確なサポートプランで、一般授業内でのサポートおよび集中英語レッスンを組み合わせ、英語が母語でなくとも、生徒たちが英語で学ぶ様々な教科の授業に取り組み、成功していくよう手厚くサポートします。
英語のレベルに応じてプログラムが組まれます。
Japanese Language Class [ 日本語クラス ]
TIS students study Japanese in classes that are suited to their level of Japanese language acquisition. They learn listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in order to communicate using Japanese. Furthermore, students use Japanese to inquire on various topics, deepen their knowledge, gain insights, and cultivate a global perspective. TIS supports the students’ development of their Japanese language abilities while honoring their multilingual identities.
TISでは、生徒は各自の日本語習得レベルに適した日本語クラスで学びます。聞く、話す、読む、書くという言語スキルを身につけ、日本語でコミュニケーションすることを学びます。また、日本語を使って様々なトピックについて探究し、知識を深め、洞察力をつけ、グローバルな視点を養います。複数の言語を使用する生徒たちの言語アイデンティティーを尊重しつつ、生徒それぞれの日本語能力の成長をサポートします。
