--- title: You're the Heart of INTL description: You're the Heart of ISTP! image: https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/hubfs/Miscellaneous/Imported_Blog_Media/Youre-the-Heart-of-ISTP1-2.jpg --- [![Silicon Valley International School](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/hubfs/Logos/INTL_Logo_RGB_2024.png)](https://www.siliconvalleyinternational.org/) ![](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/hubfs/search.png) [![](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/hubfs/hamb.png)](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/2010/08/31/youre-the-heart-of-istp#sidr-main) - [admissionstour and variable tuition](https://www.siliconvalleyinternational.org/admissions) - [early yearspreschool and pre k](https://www.siliconvalleyinternational.org/page/education/early-years) - [elementary school kindergarten–5th grade](https://www.siliconvalleyinternational.org/page/education/elementary) - [middle school 6–8th grade](https://www.siliconvalleyinternational.org/page/education/middle-school) - [high school9–12th grade](https://www.siliconvalleyinternational.org/page/education/high-school) **Locations** [Palo Alto and Menlo Park, CA](https://www.siliconvalleyinternational.org/about/contact-us) **Email** [admissions@svintl.org](mailto:%20admissions@svintl.org) **Social** - [![facebook](https://dto-sf-media.myschoolcdn.com/ftpimages/403/link/large_link2417421_134652.png)](http://www.facebook.com/svintlschool) - [![Instagram](https://dto-sf-media.myschoolcdn.com/ftpimages/403/link/large_link2417426_134654.png)](http://www.instagram.com/svintlschool) - [![Twitter](https://dto-sf-media.myschoolcdn.com/ftpimages/403/link/large_link2417432_134655.png)](http://www.twitter.com/svintlschool) - [![LinkedIn](https://dto-sf-media.myschoolcdn.com/ftpimages/403/link/large_link2417433_134656.png)](https://www.linkedin.com/company/svintlschool) - [![YouTube](https://dto-sf-media.myschoolcdn.com/ftpimages/403/link/large_link2417434_134657.png)](https://www.youtube.com/user/istpnet) # You're the Heart of INTL [Community](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/tag/community) [blog home](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org) Community [All Categories](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org) [culture](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/tag/culture) [STEM](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/tag/stem) [social emotional learning](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/tag/social-emotional-learning) [community](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/tag/community) [inquiry learning](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/tag/inquiry-learning) [Achievement](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/tag/achievement) [Bilingualism](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/tag/bilingualism) ![You're the Heart of INTL](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/hubfs/Miscellaneous/Imported_Blog_Media/Youre-the-Heart-of-ISTP1-2.jpg) share: [![istp-linkedin-logo](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/hs-fs/hubfs/sv_pdd_email/linkedin-in.png?width=48&upscale=true&name=linkedin-in.png)](https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/2010/08/31/youre-the-heart-of-istp) [![istp-instagram-logo](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/hs-fs/hubfs/sv_pdd_email/instagram.png?width=48&upscale=true&name=instagram.png)](https://www.instagram.com/?url=https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/2010/08/31/youre-the-heart-of-istp) [![istp-facebook-logo](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/hs-fs/hubfs/sv_pdd_email/facebook.png?width=48&upscale=true&name=facebook.png)](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/2010/08/31/youre-the-heart-of-istp) [INTL\*![](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Miscellaneous/Imported_Blog_Media/Youre-the-Heart-of-ISTP1-2.jpg?width=320&height=213&name=Youre-the-Heart-of-ISTP1-2.jpg)](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/hubfs/Miscellaneous/Imported_Blog_Media/Youre-the-Heart-of-ISTP1-2.jpg)[![](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Miscellaneous/Imported_Blog_Media/Youre-the-Heart-of-ISTP2-1-1.jpg?width=213&height=320&name=Youre-the-Heart-of-ISTP2-1-1.jpg)](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/hubfs/Miscellaneous/Imported_Blog_Media/Youre-the-Heart-of-ISTP2-1-1.jpg)Volunteers are the heart of [our school](https://istp.org). From each individual stems a warmth and spirit that brings our community together and benefits our students. Life can be so hectic these days, that it seems like adding one more thing may break the camel’s back. In actuality, it may be that one thing that may change a negative outlook into a positive one. Whether you only have 1 hour or 1 day to spare, the time you spend as a school volunteer can provide you with benefits. Giving back to your child’s school creates a tie to your child’s daily environment. The time and talent you share has an impact that will be remembered both by you and your child. Don’t miss out on an opportunity to get involved — I promise you, there’s a job for everyone that can fit their available time and talents. Please join us at our Volunteer Meeting on Friday, September 3 at 9 a.m at Bay Café to find out how you can help.  \*In 2020, the International School of the Peninsula (ISTP) formally changed its name to Silicon Valley International School (INTL) to better reflect its bilingual programs, location, and international values.   related posts [![recent-blog-post-image](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/hubfs/Miscellaneous/Imported_Blog_Media/DSC_9436copy-300x198-1.jpg)](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/2016/03/03/10-tips-that-will-help-you-enjoy-gala) [Community](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/tag/community) ##### [10 Tips That Will Help You Enjoy Gala](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/2016/03/03/10-tips-that-will-help-you-enjoy-gala) [![recent-blog-post-image](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/hubfs/Miscellaneous/Imported_Blog_Media/DSC9590-1024x680-1.jpg)](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/2011/09/07/one-of-the-most-important-things-you-can-do-for-your-child) [Community](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/tag/community) ##### [One of the most important things you can do for your child.](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/2011/09/07/one-of-the-most-important-things-you-can-do-for-your-child) [![recent-blog-post-image](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/hubfs/Miscellaneous/Imported_Blog_Media/ISTP_Oct2017_3372e-1.jpg)](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/7-tips-to-help-you-navigate-your-childs-social-world) [Community](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/tag/community) ##### [7 Tips to Help You Navigate Your Child's Social World](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/7-tips-to-help-you-navigate-your-childs-social-world) ### Silicon Valley International School #### The premier bilingual International Baccalaureate school in the West Coast. 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