About the Campaign
Campaign Leadership
Letter from the 25-26 Co-Chairs
As parents with children across the school, from Maternelle to Middle School, and as long-time volunteers and leaders within the French International community, we’ve had a front-row seat to what happens when this community comes together. From three students in a church basement in 1979 to more than 500 students from around the world today, the progress has been remarkable.
We’re proud to co-chair this campaign because it’s about more than just physical space. It’s about creating the kind of environment that supports exceptional teaching and deep, joyful learning. It’s about building on the incredible foundation we already have and ensuring it continues to grow.
Here’s the reality: we have a narrow window to bring this vision to life. The plans are in place, the momentum is real, and the opportunity is now. This is our chance to create a campus that fully reflects the excellence of our people: our educators, our students, and our community.
This project will touch every student here today and every student still to come. Whether you’re a current parent, grandparent, alum, neighbor, or future family, French International is your school too. Your support helps ensure this community continues to thrive for the next generation.
The moment is now. Join us. Let’s build something lasting, something worthy of our children and the school we all believe in!
Kelly Long
Campaign Co-Chair & Trustee
1st Grade Parent
Merritt Olson
Campaign Co-Chair
PK, 2nd, & 3rd Grade Parent
Campaign Committee
Patti Shaffner Jordan & Sophia Skaar - Founding Co-Chairs
Megan Hall
Charles Jenkins
Eileen McNulty
Nate Schwalbach
Steve Slotemaker