This week, we spotlight our eleventh-grader Nataliia, who joined ISR in grade 9. Since then, she has convinced her teachers and classmates of her positive nature and kindness. She is a hard-working student and is also part of the SLOⓇ Leadership Team. In her role, she shows responsibility and leadership skills, as she motivates and supports classmates in various projects. “She is a lovely student to work with”, as Ms. Gander, Student Life Coordinator, adds. She is very involved and actively shapes daily life at ISR through her role in the SLOⓇ department. In addition, she stands out for her openness, commitment, and determination.

Nataliia is one of the most positive students in the IB1 cohort. She exudes optimism and her infectious good nature makes her a pleasure to teach. Furthermore, she is always quick to be helpful with any projects outside of class, as evidenced by her SLOⓇ roles and her willingness to volunteer to work with teachers and peers. I know that if I need a helping hand with any project, she is a reliable person to turn to.” as her teacher Mr. McGee adds.

This week, we spotlight our eighth-grader You Yang, who just joined ISR this year and is already making big impressions. You Yang is an exceptional and very mature student and a role model for younger and older students. He is always polite and respectful and has an excellent sense of humor. During class, You Yang always tries his best and shows interest in learning new things, even if they seem to be challenging. He wants to learn and always asks questions during classes. He likes reading and can argue excellently and inspire those around him. “You Yang is a pleasure to have in homeroom – he presented an inspirational book as part of our “Grade 8 has talent” and convinced many of us to read it.”, as his homeroom teacher, Ms. Brentnall adds.

Michelle Schmitz, Middle School Student Counsellor, explains,  “You Yang Li, who goes by the name “You You”, has sparkled since day one.  He has shown not only to his teachers but to his fellow peers what a role model student and human being should be. You You is a highly respectful and respected student who is naturally kind and polite to all.  He is the first person to volunteer to help others, regardless of who they are, and always offers sound and mature advice whenever possible.  I was, and remain, highly impressed by You You’s courtesy and insight. He truly exemplifies what it means to be a person of integrity!“

This week, we spotlight our sixth-grader Yuechen, who joined ISR in grade 2. Yuechen, or Angela as she is known to her friends and teachers, is a diligent student who works hard not just to acquire knowledge but how to apply it in both her life and studies. She constantly wants to aid her friends and classmates in an effort to raise them up and make their own work better. In addition, she is a kind and thoughtful student. “She is very energetic and loves to spread laughter and a positive attitude. She was a great joy to have in the classroom”, as her former teacher, Ms. Schultze adds. Angela is a disciplined student with special interests in tidiness, continuous listening, and participation. Her German teacher Ms. Horvath, who has taught her for two years, adds, “She shows a constant development in language skills. Angela is a receptive person with lots of humor and social engagement – an enrichment for my German class.”

Her academic head, Ms. Brand Lillywhite says about her “Angela is a thoughtful and kind student who has a very positive attitude to learning. She is full of personality and is well-liked by her teachers and peers. In addition, Angela is a hardworking and conscientious student who exemplifies our motto “It’s cool to be good!”.

This week, we spotlight our third-grader Iris, who joined ISR in kindergarten. Iris is a very polite student who is happy to volunteer answers in class regularly. She works hard in all subjects and always has a positive attitude. Iris’s favorite subject is art because it allows her to show her creative nature. In addition, she enjoys making puzzles on paper, loves drawing, and likes creating stories. Although In addition to her creative skills, she also enjoys sports and climbing frames on the playground. Her PE teacher, Ms. Racheva, says about her, ”I can say only super nice words about Iris. I have taught her since day 1, and she is an amazing student. She is always on top – of listening skills, behavior, following instructions, and much more. During PE lessons, she is participating with passion and never gives up. It’s a pleasure having her in my class.”

Iris is a talented student, who speaks three languages – English, German, and Chinese. She is also very musical and sings in the primary school choir, where she shows leadership. In addition, her interests are very diverse and include ice skating, ballet, drawing, and tennis.