Welcome to BFS, the International American School in Busan!
Welcome to Busan Foreign School β an international school with a big heart, nestled in the vibrant city of Busan, South Korea. As the premier American international school in Busan, we pride ourselves on providing a nurturing and close-knit community where lifelong learners thrive. Our academic program fosters the development of social, emotional, and academic skills, guided by our core SHARK values: Socially Conscious, Hardworking, Active Communicator, Respectful, and Keep Learning. With nearly 30 years of experience, we are the only international American school in Busan dedicated to preparing students for global university success.
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In our K-8 Spanish class, we celebrated DΓa de Muertos by building a vibrant altar with personalized ofrendasβflowers, candles, photos, and moreβto honor loved ones. Students explored the history, crafted unique elements, learned about inspiring Hispanic figures, and even tasted traditional pan de muerto! This hands-on project deepened our understanding and appreciation of this beautiful cultural tradition. πβ¨
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In our K-8 Spanish class, we celebrated DΓa de Muertos by building a vibrant altar with personalized ofrendasβflowers, candles, photos, and moreβto honor loved ones. Students explored the history, crafted unique elements, learned about inspiring Hispanic figures, and even tasted traditional pan de muerto! This hands-on project deepened our understanding and appreciation of this beautiful cultural tradition. πβ¨
#busanforeignschool #bfs #DΓaDeMuertos #CulturalCelebration
Happy Halloween, BFS! π Thank you to our outstanding and hardworking PTSO for making this a fun day for our early childhood and elementary students! #BFShalloween #happyhalloween #community #busanforeignschool
Happy Halloween, BFS! π Thank you to our outstanding and hardworking PTSO for making this a fun day for our early childhood and elementary students! #BFShalloween #happyhalloween #community #busanforeignschool
π Shaping Futures at BFS! Each fall, we proudly administer the PSAT to students in grades 9 to 11 at no cost, fueling their journey toward college readiness and academic excellence! ππͺ
This exam is a pivotal step in their college planning journey, offering insights into their strengths and growth areas, boosts test confidence, and can even open doors to scholarships like the prestigious National Merit Scholarship! β¨ By taking the PSAT, our Sharks are making strides toward their dreams! π¦π #BFSSharks #PSAT #CollegeBound #AcademicExcellence #FutureReady #NationalMerit
π Shaping Futures at BFS! Each fall, we proudly administer the PSAT to students in grades 9 to 11 at no cost, fueling their journey toward college readiness and academic excellence! ππͺ
This exam is a pivotal step in their college planning journey, offering insights into their strengths and growth areas, boosts test confidence, and can even open doors to scholarships like the prestigious National Merit Scholarship! β¨ By taking the PSAT, our Sharks are making strides toward their dreams! π¦π #BFSSharks #PSAT #CollegeBound #AcademicExcellence #FutureReady #NationalMerit
How many rubber bands are needed for Marvel superheroes to have a safe, yet thrilling bungee jump? π¦ΈββοΈπ’ AP Stats students tested it out! Using scatterplots, regression lines, and lots of math, they predicted just the right rubber band count for the perfect jumpβCaptain Americaβs was the safest and most thrilling! π₯π
#busanforeignschool #highschool #apstatistics #mathmetics #bfs
How many rubber bands are needed for Marvel superheroes to have a safe, yet thrilling bungee jump? π¦ΈββοΈπ’ AP Stats students tested it out! Using scatterplots, regression lines, and lots of math, they predicted just the right rubber band count for the perfect jumpβCaptain Americaβs was the safest and most thrilling! π₯π
#busanforeignschool #highschool #apstatistics #mathmetics #bfs
Early Childhood and Kindergarten students had a special visit from the Chinhae Fire & Emergency Services team and their friend, Sparky the Fire Dog. ππ©βπ Students learned that when the fire alarm says, βbeep, beep, beepβ βοΈπ¨ it warns us that there could be a fire. Then we should stop what we are doing, and find the nearest exit to the outside meeting place. We appreciate the Chinhae team coming to share information and providing a gift bag for students. Our young Sharks were Active communicators by listening and sharing their understanding. π¦π
#busanforeignschool #firesafety #earlychildhood #bfs #bfsharks
Early Childhood and Kindergarten students had a special visit from the Chinhae Fire & Emergency Services team and their friend, Sparky the Fire Dog. ππ©βπ Students learned that when the fire alarm says, βbeep, beep, beepβ βοΈπ¨ it warns us that there could be a fire. Then we should stop what we are doing, and find the nearest exit to the outside meeting place. We appreciate the Chinhae team coming to share information and providing a gift bag for students. Our young Sharks were Active communicators by listening and sharing their understanding. π¦π
#busanforeignschool #firesafety #earlychildhood #bfs #bfsharks
Another round of applause for everyone who helped make the Hong Kong to Busan Friendship Concert a magical night! Hereβs a look back at the evening when students from ISF in Hong Kong collaborated with BFS students to make music together, to connect, learn, and grow together. π€
#FriendshipThroughMusic #CulturalExchange #BFSBand #ISFBand #GlobalConnections #HongKongToBusan
Another round of applause for everyone who helped make the Hong Kong to Busan Friendship Concert a magical night! Hereβs a look back at the evening when students from ISF in Hong Kong collaborated with BFS students to make music together, to connect, learn, and grow together. π€
#FriendshipThroughMusic #CulturalExchange #BFSBand #ISFBand #GlobalConnections #HongKongToBusan
Our high school students had their first Student of the Quarter Assembly yesterday morning. Letβs see which students were nominated and chosen for best representing our SHARK values for HS Student of the Quarter 1! π¦
π Joy C. (Grade 11)
π Jun P. (Grade 12)
π Sunny H. (Grade 10)
Our high school students had their first Student of the Quarter Assembly yesterday morning. Letβs see which students were nominated and chosen for best representing our SHARK values for HS Student of the Quarter 1! π¦
π Joy C. (Grade 11)
π Jun P. (Grade 12)
π Sunny H. (Grade 10)
Grade 1 students had a blast during their Culture & Identity Day project! ππ As part of their Social Studies unit on how institutions and organizations (e.g. families, schools, local religious communities, clubs, etc.) interact, students proudly shared items representing their unique cultures and identities. Dressed in traditional clothing and surrounded by delicious international cuisines π½οΈ, the day was a beautiful celebration of diversity and community at BFS! ππ¦ #CultureAndIdentity #EmbraceDiversity #BFSCommunity #ProudToBeBFS #SharkPride
Grade 1 students had a blast during their Culture & Identity Day project! ππ As part of their Social Studies unit on how institutions and organizations (e.g. families, schools, local religious communities, clubs, etc.) interact, students proudly shared items representing their unique cultures and identities. Dressed in traditional clothing and surrounded by delicious international cuisines π½οΈ, the day was a beautiful celebration of diversity and community at BFS! ππ¦ #CultureAndIdentity #EmbraceDiversity #BFSCommunity #ProudToBeBFS #SharkPride
