French International School of Oregon
Diego Zaragoza Tejas has a strong background in education and leadership roles. Diego currently holds the position of Assistant Head of School at French American International School. Prior to this, they worked for the International Baccalaureate as an IB Lead Educator, where they served as a trainer, workshop developer, and curriculum consultant for various schools around the world. Diego also worked as a PYP School Evaluator and Consultant for the IB. Earlier in their career, they held roles at The American School Foundation, including Director of Academic Affairs K-12, Head of School - Lower School, and Academic Dean & PYP Coordinator. Diego started their career as a 4th-grade teacher and Summer Youth Camp Coordinator at The American School Foundation. Additionally, they have worked as an English Literature Coordinator and Teacher at Harvey Mudd College Math & Science Upward Bound Center and as a 1st-grade teacher at Coachella Valley Unified School District.
Diego Zaragoza Tejas has a Bachelor's Degree in Latin American Studies from UCLA, which they obtained from 1997 to 2001. In 1999, they participated in a study abroad program at the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México to further their knowledge in Latin American Studies. Later, they pursued a Master's Degree in Education from The State University of New York, completing it from 2008 to 2010. In 2009 to 2011, they attended The Principal's Training Center and received a Certificate of International School Leadership in Education Leadership. Additionally, Diego has obtained a certification from The Principal's Training Center, although the specific details are not provided.
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French International School of Oregon
The French International School of Oregon is a preschool through 8th grade independent school with an internationally-focused curriculum. We are one of the largest independent schools in the Portland area, with a current enrollment of over 500 students. Our preschool through grade five is full French immersion, whereas language options are expanded at the Gilkey International Middle School. Middle School students choose instruction in English or a partial immersion experience in one of the following languages: French, German, Spanish, or Mandarin Chinese. All middle school students are required to also study one of these languages at a beginner level.