Valor International Scholars (VIS) is the second campus of Valor Christian School International (VCSI), Portland Oregon.

VIS opened in September 2017 in Anseong, South Korea and offers a boarding option for those students that choose to live on campus.

VIS serves Korean and international students of diverse cultural backgrounds, from 6th - 12th grades. VIS employs an English Immersion Program where all classes are taught in English.

VIS is focused on developing confident, creative, and wise Christ following leaders, courageous with innovation and 21st Century skills. At Valor we have saturated our academic plan with God's Word, current education research on global competencies, along with best practices in education to establish a signature pedagogy.

Our educational missions focus connects students with their God given purpose as members of Christ's body, in order to fulfill the great commission.

In order to take students from apathy to impact, and to become effective image bearers of Christ it is important to empower students with the knowledge and ability to become world changers.

We must model and provide opportunities for our students to transition from simply being hearers of God's word, to being doers of God's word.

We do this by improving their global competencies, aiding students in the understanding of society and culture at home and around the world. VIS effectively integrates a biblical worldview to real-world critical-thinking and core academic skill sets.

Mission 

"Unleash your talents. Change the world"

Our mission is advancing the Kingdom and making a positive impact in the world by empowering our students to unleash their unique talents and visions.

We envision a world where our students are equipped with the tools and resources they need to create meaningful change in their communities and beyond.

We strive to cultivate a culture of empathy, missional, and excellence that inspires our students to become compassionate leaders who make a difference in the world.

Accreditation

COGNIA

Curriculum/Program

Middle School Programs

The middle school curriculum at Valor International Scholars provides a comprehensive education in Humanities, STEM, and Art, enabling students to develop a range of analytical and discussion skills, as well as hands-on problem-solving abilities.

Our Humanities program is designed to help students comprehend the foundational ideas behind societies and languages, and encourages self-expression through various art forms such as music, arts, and creative writing.

In STEM, students participate in project-based learning experiences that involve physical and life science, as well as foundational math courses.

The STEM curriculum emphasizes critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with an emphasis on hands-on learning through laboratory work, project-based learning, and interactive classwork in Math, Engineering, Life, Physical, and Computer Sciences.

We are proud to offer our signature programs, Engineer Your World: Engineering Design and Analysis, and Engineer Your World: Applications of Computer Science, which are designed by the University of Texas School of Engineering and recognized for their effectiveness in student learning. Additionally, our Art program provides exposure to various forms of art, enabling students to explore their interests and express their ideas.

High School Programs

At Valor, high school students are encouraged to take ownership of their learning and think critically to translate classroom knowledge into real-world applications.

STEM: Valor's STEM program places critical thinking and problem-solving skills at its core, with an emphasis on real-world applications through laboratory work, project-based learning, and hands-on classwork in Mathematics, Engineering, Life, Physical and Computer Sciences. Valor's VK Robotics team is a regional leader in Underwater Robotics and competes internationally.

Mathematics: Valor's Mathematics courses provide a strong foundation for theoretical ideas and their practical applications. Students learn to use mathematical skills to solve real-life problems, from determining the perfect cooking time for ramen to analyzing stock market trends. Our students also regularly participate in math competitions such as AMC.

Humanities: Valor's humanities curriculum emphasizes analytical thinking, research proficiency, literacy, and the development of individual voices. The department actively promotes interdisciplinary projects between Humanities and STEM to provide students with new perspectives and collaborative learning opportunities.

English Program: At Valor, English fluency is essential for success in all academic disciplines. Our English curriculum emphasizes foundational grammar, and reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills.

ELL Program: Valor's ELL program provides support to all students in their understanding and use of the English language. Our curriculum integrates ELL learning and support to fully support students transitioning from another language and those with advanced English abilities.

Arts: Valor recognizes the importance of the arts, offering various orchestra, worship, vocal music, and art courses. Students can choose a graduation track that provides more time to pursue artistic goals.