Spokane International Academy

United States, Spokane

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees Fees not listed

Ages 5 - 17 years

Type Co-educational

Opened 2015

Bus Service No

Availability Not shared by this school

Academic offering

Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), Advanced Placement (AP)

Taught languages Spanish

Strengths Languages, STEM, Service and Sustainability

Clubs Cultural and Language, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional

Stages Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, High School

Introduction

Spokane International Academy is a public charter school campus located at 777 E Magnesium Rd in Spokane, offering a K-12 pathway with a focus on global learning. The school delivers IB programs (PYP and MYP) alongside AP coursework, serving students ages 5 to 17. Core content includes language arts, math, social studies, and science, with Spanish studied daily as part of a global studies emphasis. In the Primary Academy (K–5), each grade studies a region of the world; in the Middle Academy (6–8), students take Global Perspectives; in High School, AP coursework, internships, service learning, and college/career preparation are available. Field studies and travel experiences connect classroom learning to real-world issues, cultivating global competence and bilingual communication in English and Spanish. Campus facilities span three stories with a science lab, library, art spaces, dedicated fitness areas, and a school garden. The school emphasizes service learning and environmental stewardship through NHS.

777 E Magnesium Rd, Spokane, WA 99208

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The Essentials

Location

777 E Magnesium Rd, Spokane, WA 99208, United States. Spokane International Academy is located in Spokane, Washington. Public bus transportation is available to eligible students via SIA's transportation program, serving hubs around the Spokane area. Registration is required and space is limited.

Stages

Kindergarten through 11th grade.

Type

Public charter school.

Additional learning support

HiCap program offers acceleration within the classroom and extension opportunities outside the classroom.

School day structure

School hours: Mon–Thu 8:00 am–3:00 pm; Fri 8:00 am–1:00 pm. Office hours: Mon–Fri 7:30 am–4:00 pm.

Bus service

Transportation to/from hubs around the Spokane Area during regular school hours for eligible students; Primary and Middle Academy students are eligible; Upper Academy may access transportation with administrative approval; Registration is required and space is limited. For questions about bus registration, contact bus@spokaneintlacademy.org.

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Fees

Application fees

- There is no application fee required to submit an enrollment application. Families may complete the open-enrollment application process without a required payment.

Tuition fees (by year group / per term / per year)

- There is no tuition charged for attendance at the school for any grade. All instruction is provided without a tuition charge to enrolled students. There are no per-term or per-year tuition charges.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- There is no regular tuition billing schedule because the school does not charge tuition. Optional charges that occur (for example, participation in extended field studies, international trips, or other optional programs) are billed on a per-activity basis and are payable by families according to the terms communicated for each activity. Families are responsible for payment of optional trip and field-study costs.

- Uniform purchases are billed at the time of order through the school-approved vendor and are paid directly to the vendor when ordering.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not offered. The school operates as a day charter public school; there are no boarding fees.

Other costs and typical fees

- School supplies: Families are asked to provide routine school supplies for students (standard supply lists by grade). These supply costs are the responsibility of families.

- Field studies / travel: Costs for curriculum-linked field studies and extended travel experiences (for example, the week-long outdoor science experience and international service-learning trips) are charged to participating families on a per-trip basis. Fundraising may be used to reduce individual costs, but families are expected to cover trip fees.

- Student activities / ASB-funded events: Optional extracurricular and social events may require payments or fundraising; ASB funds are public monies raised for optional student events and activities. Families may be asked to contribute for optional events or items related to extracurricular participation.

- Uniforms and spirit wear: School-approved uniform items are available for purchase from the school's approved vendor. Example retail prices listed at the vendor include: polo shirts around USD 16.96–18.02, T‑shirts around USD 10.60, crew/sweatshirts around USD 25–32, and zip/hoodie styles ranging from about USD 29–42; other outerwear items and accessories are similarly priced through the vendor. Uniform orders are paid at the time of purchase through the vendor.

Refund information

- Because no tuition is charged, there are no tuition refunds. Refunds or cancellation policies for paid, optional items (for example, field-study/trip fees or vendor-purchased uniforms) follow the refund and return policies of the program or vendor charging the fee; those paid items are subject to the specific terms communicated at the time of billing or purchase.

Fee payment options (methods)

- Online payment portal: The school provides an online payment portal for payments and receipts; payments for school charges and collections are processed using the school's payment systems.

- Vendor payment for uniforms: Uniform and spirit-item purchases are paid directly to the approved vendor at the time of order through the vendor's checkout.

- Activity/trip payments: Payments for trips and field studies are handled per-activity and must be made according to the payment instructions provided for each activity (these may include online portal payment or vendor-specific payment methods).

Academics

Curriculum

Core content areas are language arts, math, social studies, and science. All students study Spanish daily as part of a global studies program. In the Primary Academy (K–5), each grade studies a region of the world; in the Middle Academy (6–8), students take a Global Perspectives course; in High School, AP coursework, internships, service learning, and college/career preparation are offered. Field studies and travel experiences connect classroom learning to real-world issues, cultivating global competence. The program emphasizes critical thinking, cross-cultural understanding, and bilingual communication in English and Spanish.

Exam Results

SIA participates in the annual Smarter Balanced Assessments; scores are published by OSPI on the Report Card site.

Higher Education Progression

Graduates are prepared to enter public and private universities across the country and to complete college degrees or other post-secondary certifications. They demonstrate readiness for college-level coursework and bilingual communication in English and Spanish.

Gifted and Talented

HiCap (Highly Capable) offers acceleration within the classroom and extension opportunities outside the classroom. Primary Academy (K–5) provides reading and math acceleration with Lexia Core5 and extended inquiry during IB units; Middle Academy (6–8) offers English and math acceleration, with the option to take high school math for credit.

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Admissions

1. Review the Student and Family Handbook before submitting your application. The handbook outlines the expectations for enrollment at Spokane International Academy. 2. Submit an application using the Apply Now link. Submitting an application conveys the family's desire to enroll but does not guarantee a space in the school. Spokane International Academy is open enrollment and any eligible student can apply; the process includes an enrollment lottery. 3. Understand that spaces are allocated through an enrollment lottery. The enrollment lottery determines which applicants are offered admission when applications exceed available slots. This process is part of Spokane International Academy's open enrollment policy and is intended to create a fair chance for all eligible students.

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FAQs

Where is Spokane International Academy located and what grades does it serve?

Spokane International Academy is located at 777 E Magnesium Rd, Spokane, WA 99208. It serves students from Kindergarten through 11th grade, roughly ages 5 to 17. The school operates as a co-educational public charter.

What is the school type and curriculum focus at SIA?

SIA is a co-educational public charter school. The curriculum covers core subjects—language arts, math, social studies, and science—with daily Spanish and a global studies emphasis, plus field studies that connect learning to real-world issues.

What is special about SIA's approach to world languages and global studies?

All students study Spanish daily as part of a global studies program. In the Primary Academy (K–5), each grade studies a region of the world; in the Middle Academy (6–8) there is a Global Perspectives course; in High School, AP coursework, internships, service learning, and college/career preparation are offered, along with travel experiences.

Is there a tuition at SIA?

No. Spokane International Academy is a public charter and does not charge tuition for attendance. There may be optional costs for trips or uniforms, billed separately by vendors or activity providers.

Are there application fees or costs to apply?

There is no application fee to submit an enrollment application. The school uses open enrollment and, when demand exceeds slots, an enrollment lottery determines admission.

How does the admissions process work?

Open enrollment allows eligible students to apply online, and spaces are allocated by a lottery if applications exceed available spots. Admission is not guaranteed, and some applicants may be offered admission through the lottery.

What does SIA's curriculum include?

The curriculum includes core content areas—language arts, math, social studies, and science. All students study Spanish daily; Primary studies a world region, Middle offers Global Perspectives, and High School provides AP coursework, internships, service learning, and college/career preparation. Field studies and travel experiences connect learning to real-world issues.

How are assessments and exams handled?

SIA participates in the annual Smarter Balanced Assessments, and scores are published by OSPI on the Report Card site. This provides standardized performance data for families, and detailed results can be reviewed via OSPI.

What about advanced coursework and college prep?

In high school, students can take AP courses and participate in internships and service learning as part of college/career preparation. The HiCap program offers acceleration within the classroom, with additional extension opportunities outside the classroom.

Are there any literacy or math acceleration programs?

Yes, the HiCap (Highly Capable) program provides acceleration within the classroom and extension opportunities outside. Primary uses Lexia Core5 for reading and math acceleration, while Middle Academy offers English and math acceleration, with the option to take high school math for credit.

What is the campus like?

The campus is at 777 E Magnesium Rd in Spokane. Phase 2 added middle and high school classrooms on the third floor, plus art spaces, a library, and a science lab. The site includes dedicated fitness areas and a playground, totaling about 101,370 square feet of space.

What facilities support learning beyond classrooms?

Facilities include a school library, a science lab for secondary students, art spaces, and dedicated fitness and specialist classrooms. The campus also supports field studies, travel experiences, and a school garden program that promotes environmental learning and community engagement.

Are there sports facilities on site?

Yes, there are dedicated fitness areas and a playground on site to support physical activity, with additional sports opportunities linked to programs and activities offered by the school.

What extracurriculars or leadership programs exist?

SIA offers a National Honor Society, ASB student government, and a six-house system. It also runs a school garden, service-learning projects, and various field trips and travel opportunities.

How does the house system work?

The school has six houses representing Earth's biomes: Desert, Plains, Rainforest, Tundra, Mountains, and Ocean. Students in 6th–12th grade compete for House Cup points and build community through house activities.

Are there opportunities for community service?

Yes. The Phoenix Love - Community Service Log documents service activities, and volunteering opportunities are coordinated through school channels to support broader community involvement.

What wellbeing and safeguarding measures are in place?

The counseling department supports academic, social-emotional, and career development in a diverse, safe environment. The school has harassment, intimidation, and bullying policies and a designated HIB Coordinator to address concerns.

Is there support for students with special educational needs?

Yes. The school has a Director of Special Education who oversees supports and ensures equal access to programs, with coordination for Title IX, Section 504, and related resources.

What about mental health and counseling services?

Counseling emphasizes mental wellbeing, resilience, and social-emotional growth. Counselors are a proactive presence in the school and help students navigate challenges and prepare for college, careers, and community involvement.

What about uniforms and dress code?

The uniform policy requires navy blue or red polo shirts with the SIA logo and khaki, navy, or black bottoms. On Fridays, students may wear an SIA T-shirt with uniform bottoms.

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