Hinoki International School
Japanese American School of South East Michigan
Two Languages, Two Cultures, Growing Together
Hinoki International School
Initially called the Japanese American School of South East Michigan (JASSEM) opened to create a global learning community, taking the best practices of both the Japanese and American schools, to give students a nurturing culturally rich learning environment and successful educational experience in both Japanese & English.
Why Choose Hinoki International School?
Research shows that an immersion program is a powerful method of blending two languages and cultures into a school curriculum (Cummins 2001). Built on both Michigan Department of Education and Japanese Ministry of Education Standards, the Hinoki International School's unique bilingual and bicultural programming promotes high standards of academic achievement while cultivating a positive intercultural outlook in all of its students.
The longer school year and full day kindergarten, as well as high levels of parent involvement, are integral components of students' success in cultivating skills in both Japanese and English languages and academics. As a public charter school, Hinoki is authorized by the Michigan Department of Education and Livonia Public Schools. It is funded by tax dollars like any other Livonia Public School, and therefore operates without tuition fees. This opens the school to any family wishing to work closely with teachers, students, and a dynamic school community to provide their child with an exceptional education.
