Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Sally

Spotlight On Our Student Sally

This week, we spotlight our eleventh-grader Sally, who joined ISR in 2014. Sally is a hard-working student and is very involved in school activities at ISR. She recently had great success leading the organization of the Middle School Lock-In with her SLC Events Team. The event highlighted the great achievements that come with focused and enthusiastic leadership skills, which Sally displayed in abundance.

Her SLC Coordinator says, “Sally is the team leader of the Events Department. She is extremely well-organized and has great leadership skills. She is empathetic, kind, very hard-working and always has a smile on her face. Sally is the type of person whom you go to if you need something done, she is amazing.” We are very proud to spotlight Sally, one of ISR’s many outstanding students.

We are very proud to spotlight Sally, one of ISR’s many outstanding students!

Every Friday, our Student Spotlight Project aims to highlight one of our outstanding students who, in line with this year’s theme, is striving for “extraordinary achievements” on a daily basis. No matter if it is academic success, special commitment or outstanding character traits – we look forward to sharing each of these success stories.

by Annika Poestges

Students from Musicbox Oxana successfully participated in "Jugend Musiziert"

Students from Musicbox Oxana successfully participated in “Jugend Musiziert”

We are delighted to share another success story from our in-house music school, Musicbox Oxana, and our exceptionally talented students! 19 students, including ten from ISR, participated in the music competition “Jugend musiziert” in the categories piano four hands and violin with piano duo, reflecting our ISR motto, “It’s cool to be good,” in the best way possible!

Every student from Musicbox Oxana who participated achieved an outstanding first place! Additionally, three duos will now have the opportunity to participate in the NRW State Competition due to their exceptional achievements. We are incredibly proud of the students’ accomplishments and the team at Musicbox Oxana! The entire ISR Family is eagerly anticipating the NRW State Competition.

Congratulations to Julia, Mathilda, Hanru, Sophia, Anna, Emilia, Yihan, Caifei, Peter, Lara, Lucy, Lawrence, Rocky, Ricky, Constantin, Eliza, Hewei, Xixian, and Lena.

by Annika Poestges

ISR Carnival Parade in Niederkassel

ISR took part in the Carnival Parade in Niederkassel

Sunday, 11 February 2024

At ISR, the spirit of unity and cultural diversity is deeply embedded in our traditions. Hence, we take pride in fostering a sense of community among our international family. This year, we were thrilled to participate in the lively and family-friendly Carnival Parade in Düsseldorf-Niederkassel!

Under the motto of “Many Cultures, One Global Language: Education,” we joined forces with over 100 families from all three ISR Branches, each adorned in their distinctive traditional attire. The parade was a vibrant tapestry of diversity, featuring Dirndls and Lederhosen, Canadian flags, elegant Indian Saris, traditional Chinese Hanfu dresses, and beautiful Japanese Kimonos. It was a testament to the rich mosaic of cultures that our ISR Community stands for!

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all the enthusiastic participants who made this event memorable! Through such joyous occasions, we continue to build bridges of understanding and appreciation. Sharing the tradition of carnival with our international ISR Family and the broader regional community is one of the cultural highlights of our school year.

by Annika Poestges

Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Angelina

Spotlight On Our Student Angelina

This week, we spotlight our eighth-grader Angelina, who joined ISR in 2017. Since then, Angelina has shown a commitment to academic excellence and has achieved much at ISR. Her Math teacher, Mr. Nisic, has many good things to say about her, “Angelina is a remarkable student in our grade 8 math class. She consistently exhibits outstanding qualities, including diligence, responsibility, and attentiveness. Her proactive engagement and positive attitude serve as an inspiration to her classmates. It is a privilege to have Angelina in our class, and I am confident she will continue to excel”. Mr. Nisic also adds that Angelina’s Math scores are always at the top of the class and that she, “serves as a beacon of inspiration to her peers”.  Ms. Chroni, also from the Math Department, had further praise for Angelina, “She’s got this great mix of politeness, smarts, and hard work, all wrapped up with a genuine sense of class and modesty”. 

Angelina’s achievements are also highlighted by the Head of ISR Middle School, Ms. McLeod, “Angelina is a model student who I am SO proud of as she was recently accepted into a prestigious summer study program at Columbia University!” 

We are very proud to spotlight Angelina, one of ISR’s many outstanding students!

Every Friday, our Student Spotlight Project aims to highlight one of our outstanding students who, in line with this year’s theme, is striving for “extraordinary achievements” on a daily basis. No matter if it is academic success, special commitment or outstanding character traits – we look forward to sharing each of these success stories.

by Annika Poestges

ISR Chinese New Year Celebration

Chinese New Year Celebration

Saturday,  3 February 2024

Embracing diversity and fostering cultural appreciation lies at the heart of ISR, and this commitment was beautifully exemplified on Saturday during our Chinese New Year Celebration. Alongside numerous guests, the esteemed Chinese Consul General Du was in attendance to commemorate this traditional occasion.

The event unfolded with a captivating stage program, a true testament to the rich tapestry of Chinese culture! Traditional dances, exquisite costumes, musical performances – from singing to traditional Chinese Instruments – and the enchanting voices of two opera singers enriched the program, creating an atmosphere filled with reverence for tradition. Adding a touch of ISR’s own flair, some of our talented students also took the stage, further enriching the program with their musical performances.

The culmination of the festivities took place in the cafeteria, where the delicious aroma of Chinese cuisine filled the air. The joyous mingling of different cultures over a shared meal served to perfectly reflect the unity and harmony that ISR strives to foster.

A heartfelt expression of gratitude goes to Ms. Hofmann, the driving force behind the event and our dedicated Chinese Community Representative. Special thanks are also due to Mr. Guo (Rhein Beleuchtung), whose generosity in providing ISR with high-tech screens and technology enhanced the overall experience.

In extending our appreciation, we wish to thank all our guests and the Consulate General for graciously sharing these wonderful traditions with our international community at ISR. Such moments of cultural exchange not only enrich our understanding but also strengthen the bonds that tie us together as a global community at ISR!

by Annika Poestges

Japanische Generalkonsulin zu Gast in Neuss

Japanische Generalkonsulin zu Gast in Neuss

Friday, 2 Februar 2024

In: NGZ

by Annika Poestges

Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Trishaa

Spotlight On Our Student Trishaa

This week, we spotlight third-grader, Trishaa, who joined ISR last year. Trishaa is a kind student with a bright personality. Her music teacher, Ms. Bucher, confirms, “She is helpful, friendly, and mature.  Trishaa really tries her best in Music and excels because of it.”

Trisha enjoys her time at ISR and is a determined and engaged student. During mathematics class, Trisha uses Times Tables Rock Stars, an award-winning math learning platform in which children can practice their times tables. Trishaa has achieved the highest status and can answer questions correctly in less than one second! She also exceeds in other areas of learning. Her teacher, Ms. Caplan says, “Trishaa loves to read and write and she has a broader vocabulary than most third-graders.  Additionally, she is very strong in all of her subjects. But most of all, she is kind to her classmates and very respectful of her teachers. She is a model student.”

We are very proud to spotlight Trishaa, one of ISR’s many outstanding students!

Every Friday, our Student Spotlight Project aims to highlight one of our outstanding students who, in line with this year’s theme, is striving for “extraordinary achievements” on a daily basis. No matter if it is academic success, special commitment or outstanding character traits – we look forward to sharing each of these success stories.

by Annika Poestges