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title: Silicon Valley International School Blog | Vivian Vo
description: Discover a world-class education at Silicon Valley International School's blog. Explore insightful articles on global learning, cultural diversity, and innovative teaching methods. Join us in shaping young minds for a dynamic future. Enriching education awaits - read on!
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# Silicon Valley International School Blog

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### [Spirit of INTL: Sophie Gassée Baxter](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/spirit-of-intl-sophie-gassee-baxter)

Silicon Valley International School (INTL) is proud to present the Spirit of INTL Alumni Award. This award is to honor a member of our alumni community who not only embodies the mission of INTL but also gives back to the school through the gifts of their time and talent.

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##### [Alumna of the Month: Alix Barry](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/alumna-of-the-month-alix-barry)

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##### [INTL’s Virtual Gala & Auction: Going Above and Beyond](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/intls-virtual-gala-auction-going-above-and-beyond)

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##### [Silicon Valley’s Premier Wine Auction Supports Napa Fire Relief](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/supporting-napa-fire-relief)

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##### [Alumna of the Month: Geneviève Gish Allouche](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/genevieve-gish-allouche)

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##### [Networking at INTL May Land You Your Next Job](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/networking-at-istpin)

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##### [Alumnus of the Month: Paul Nauleau](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/paul-nauleau)

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##### [Alumnus of the Month: Arthur Bretschneider](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/arthur-bretschneider)

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[Community](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/tag/community) [Alumni](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/tag/alumni)

##### [Alumna of the Month: Anne Thuéry](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/anne-thuery)

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##### [Alumna of the Month: Laura Yim](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/laurayim)

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[Community](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/tag/community) [Alumni](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/tag/alumni)

##### [Alumnus of the Month: Dr. Raphaël Repellin](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/alumni-of-the-month-raphael-repellin)

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[Community](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/tag/community) [Alumni](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/tag/alumni)

##### [Alumni Spotlight: Montera Espinosa](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/alumni-spotlight-montera-espinosa)

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##### [Outstanding Gala Experiences by ISTP Teachers & Staff](https://blog.siliconvalleyinternational.org/outstanding-gala-experiences-by-istp-teachers-staff)

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