Additionally, uniforms help students focus on academics, reduce competition, and encourage students to appreciate each other for who they are and not what they wear. The School offers a broad range of academic, enrichment, recreation, and sports programs. The Upper School Student Life organization plans monthly social activities throughout the year. These activities include hayrides, ski trips, dances, lock-ins, cultural and athletic events. Various annual retreats are scheduled for grades 4-12.
Swimming is for everyone, preschool through high school.
It is taught as part of the curriculum as well as an extracurricular activity. The Parent Connection meets to provide support for the school as a whole and to sponsor events. The group hosts family education programs, holds an annual used book and uniform sale, and organizes the International Festival. All interested parents are invited to participate. Scholarships Financial aid is available through The International School of Minnesota Foundation to students in the Upper School.