Partnerships
community is everything
Through meaningful partnerships with cultural organizations, educational institutions, community groups, and local nonprofits, FASPS enriches the student experience while strengthening our connection to the broader French-speaking and Seattle communities.
These collaborations provide unique opportunities for cultural exchange, artistic exploration, language learning, service, and global engagement—helping students develop the curiosity, confidence, and cultural agility to thrive in an interconnected world.
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Alliance Française de Seattle
A dynamic educational and cultural nonprofit whose mission is to promote the French language. It is part of a network of over 800 Alliances Francaises in 13 countries.
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France Education Northwest (FEN)
A nonprofit organization that shares the richness of French-speaking cultures with the Pacific Northwest.
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French Premiere
French Premiere brings a new French film to the Seattle/Bellevue area every month, screened in its original French version with English subtitles.
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French Talent USA
A California-based nonprofit that promotes French culture by showcasing Francophone artists across the United States.
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Mercer Island Preschool Association (MIPA)
The Mercer Island Preschool Association (MIPA) was established in 1937 and is a resource for families with children from newborns through Kindergarten.
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PIAFF
PIAFF’s mission is to promote French culture and arts in the United States through diverse performing arts, with the aim of facilitating cultural exchanges and enhancing the appreciation for French artists.
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Seattle University
This collaboration connects FASPS students with Seattle U’s French in France and Africa program, offering cultural immersion opportunities, while Seattle U students gain teaching experience as classroom assistants.
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SJJ Agency
Sjj agency promotes Francophone art and literature internationally. The nonprofit organizes the yearly les Troubadours de la BD and les Troubadours de la littérature jeunesse, as well as workshops in schools and artist residencies.
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Stroum Jewish Community Center (SJCC)
Our close partnership with the Stroum Jewish Community Center (SJCC) allows students access to exceptional facilities right next to the Mercer Island campus. Through this collaboration students enjoy swimming and PE classes in their athletic facilities, and participate in special performances, assemblies, and drama lessons in their auditorium.