The Japan in the Schools (JIS) program is an interactive program designed to engage children about life in Japan. A team of Japanese and English speaking volunteers visit classrooms and introduce Japanese culture and language to area students.

Volunteers bring visual aids, artifacts, and hands-on projects suitable for each grade level. Each visit is prepared with the classroom teacher in order to complement the teacher's lesson plan.

Presentations last for approximately 40 minutes. A limited number of registrations will be filled on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Goals/Student Outcomes
The goal of the Japan in the Schools program is to promote understanding of Japanese culture and language for American school children and consequently enhance the overall quality of education about Asia.

Students will observe, discuss, and experience various aspects of Japanese culture such as language, calligraphy, kimonos, the tea ceremony, origami,
o-hashi (chopsticks), and other topics.

American school children will learn about the daily life of Japanese school children by participating in an interactive lesson. Volunteers will introduce the daily school and play life of Japanese children, which includes topics such as food, school lessons, and dress.

Fees
There is no charge to the school for a Japan in the Schools presentation. The program is underwritten by the JASP Endowment Fund with support from various foundations. A fee may be charged for supplies or food, if applicable.