School Closed: Friday, February 14, 2025
Due to inclement weather and hazardous road conditions, Arco Iris is closed on Friday, February 14.
News & Calendar
Dia De los Muertos Celebration at Arco Iris
Assemblies to celebrate Dia de los Muertos were held at Arco Iris courtesy of the Regional Arts Council. Click to read more!
Join us for our Annual Auction & Fiesta!!!
We started our festivities kicking-off the week of fundraising for Arco Iris Spanish Immersion School. We can't wait to see you at the Portland Golf Club on Saturday April 13th if you purchased tickets.
If you are not joining us in person, you can participate in our online auction at ourschool.auction/AIAuction2024. Make sure to bid on some items and support our students and staff! You can also support them with a cash donation, found at the bottom of the auction homepage.
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Cafecito con el Director / Coffee with the Principal Date: 9/4/2026, 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM Location: School Gym & Zoom |
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Labor Day - school closed Date: 9/7/2026 |
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Stock the Breakroom: 5th grade Date: 9/8/2026 |
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PTO MEETING Date: 9/10/2026, 7 PM – 8 PM |
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Board Meeting Date: 9/17/2026, 6:15 PM – 9 PM Location: Board & Staff: In person at school 8205 SW Creekside Place Beaverton, OR 97008 General Public: Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82312963118 Meeting ID: 823 1296 3118 |
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Blog
Can My Child Start At Arco Iris in Later Grades?
Thinking about starting Spanish immersion in later grades? See what the research says about language acquisition after kindergarten and how Arco Iris supports new students at every entry point.
Why Is Elementary School the Best Age to Learn a Second Language?
Young brains catch new language sounds faster than older ones do, and this post shows why. It walks through the science of early language acquisition, explains how immersion builds real pronunciation and fluency during the elementary years, and shows how starting early helps kids skip the self-consciousness that often holds older learners back. Read on to see why Arco Iris starts immersion from day one of Kindergarten.
What Makes Arco Iris a Great Spanish Immersion School in Beaverton?
Arco Iris Spanish Immersion School gives Beaverton families a real bilingual education, not just Spanish exposure, backed by academic scores that beat district and state averages. Add in a volunteer-powered community, and it's easy to see why families choose Arco Iris over a traditional elementary.
2026-2027 Arco Iris Spanish Immersion School Calendar
The Arco Iris 2026-27 school year calendar is here! This post puts every key date in one place, from the first day on August 25 to the last day on June 9. Families will find holidays, breaks, staff development days, grading days, and parent-teacher conferences, plus the cultural and religious observances we protect from events and tests. Plan ahead and start the year strong.