Students enjoy SIJS because they have an opportunity to talk with friends in Japanese here. In the break between second and third periods students go to the library to borrow books sent from Japan. SIJS, now in its third year, has accumulated four bookcases filled with Japanese books. Japanese newspapers and weekly magazines are also available. All the students enjoy having lunch together with teachers after the fourth period.
Students bring delicious lunches from home.
After lunch, students enjoy themselves playing with their friends either in the gym or on the outdoor playground. Activities of the School Year Click here to access the 2000-2001 Annual Schedule. Each September a Field Day is held in which many parents and the Japanese residents of the area participate. You will see more adults than students. This is a festival for the Japanese living here.