Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Carl

Spotlight On Our Student Carl

This week, we are proud to spotlight our tenth-grader, Carl.

Carl joined ISR in 2015 and has consistently impressed his teachers with his enthusiasm, positive attitude, and eagerness to learn and create memorable experiences.

His history teacher, Mr. McGee, remarks, “Carl is a standout student in a very accomplished grade 10 class. Having had the pleasure of teaching him for the second year now, I am impressed by his knowledge of the subject, his enthusiasm, and his consistent participation in class. Furthermore, he is one of the leading experts on all things related to Neuss, making him a go-to source for local knowledge and trivia!”

Carl has also been an active member of ISR’s Student Leadership Council (SLC). Last year’s SLC Coordinator, Ms. Bowien, expressed her delight in having Carl on the team, highlighting his willingness to help and eagerness to participate.

Ms. Bennet, Carl’s Theatre teacher and SLC Coordinator, also praises Carl, saying, “Carl is a remarkable young man with exceptional manners and charm. In the short time I have had the pleasure of teaching him, he quickly distinguished himself in theatre, rising to every challenge presented to him. As a member of the Student Leadership Council, Carl consistently demonstrates dedication and a helpful spirit, no matter the task. Recently, he volunteered his time to don the Spirit costume, ISR’s beloved mascot. Each morning, he enthusiastically greeted students returning to school. Carl’s commitment to both the SLC and ISR is incredibly refreshing. As the interim advisor of the SLC, I am reassured knowing that whenever a task needs to be handled, I can always count on Carl. He truly deserves to be recognized this week—congratulations, Carl!”

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

The ISR Student Spotlight Project aims to highlight one of our students from the ISR-Community every Friday, who embodies our guiding principle “We Enable Great Minds and Strong Characters” by consistently surpassing themselves. Whether through outstanding academic achievements, exceptional dedication, or remarkable character traits – we take pride in having already showcased hundreds of students – and there is more to look forward to every week!


ISR Alumni BBQ - A Joyous Reunion

ISR Alumni BBQ – A Joyous Reunion!

Friday, August 23rd

Last Friday, we had the distinct pleasure of welcoming approximately 90 ISR Alumni to our ISR Alumni Summer Barbecue. Our faculty and staff were equally delighted to reconnect with former students, some dating back to the graduating class of 2013, and they turned out in impressive numbers. The ISR Alumni BBQ consistently proves to be a remarkable gathering, underscoring the strong sense of community at ISR. We were thrilled to see alumni representing all graduation years in attendance, sharing fascinating stories of their diverse career paths from around the globe.

This event not only celebrates our alumni’s achievements but also reinforces the enduring bonds formed at ISR. The exchange of experiences and insights among different generations of graduates creates a vibrant atmosphere of mutual learning and inspiration.

As we reflect on the success of this reunion, we eagerly anticipate future alumni events at ISR and the continued strengthening of our global ISR Family.


ISR First Grade Ceremony

ISR First Grade Ceremony

Wednesday, August 21st

Under beautiful sunshine last Wednesday, we celebrated a truly special milestone  – the ISR First Grade Ceremony 2024. Around 400 guests gathered to honor the official start of our youngest students’ journey into the ISR Elementary School.

The event began with a series of festive speeches. Ms. McLeod, Head of the Elementary School, opened with warm and welcoming remarks, followed by a speech from our School Director, Ms. Lyons, who emphasized the significance of this day in the children’s educational journey. The five first-grade teachers were then introduced, each of whom will play a crucial role in nurturing the academic and personal growth of our new first graders.

The highlight of the ceremony was undoubtedly the traditional presentation of the “Schultüten”- a cherished tradition at ISR that marks the transition from kindergarten to our ISR Elementary School. Each child received a brightly decorated “Schultüte” from their respective class teacher, a moment filled with visible pride and joyful anticipation. After the official outdoor ceremony, the children, now officially first graders, proceeded to their classrooms to experience their first day of school.

Adding a special touch to the event was the presence of the ISR Parent Network leaders. Ms. Williams, the Head of the Parent Network, along with Ms. Gall, responsible for the Elementary School, and Ms. Fehlberg, overseeing the Secondary School, took the opportunity to introduce themselves to the families, highlighting the strong connection between the school and ISR parents.

Following the ceremony, all families were invited to a Welcome Get-together. Over coffee and cold drinks, everyone had the chance to get to know each other better and exchange.

The ISR First Grade Ceremony 2024 was not only a festive start to the new school year but also a testament to the values that define our educational institution: excellence, community, and the nurturing of each individual child. We are delighted to welcome both familiar and new faces to our ever-growing ISR Family and look forward to the upcoming academic year with confidence and enthusiasm!


Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Yara

Spotlight On Our Student Yara

This week, we are proud to spotlight our exceptional eleventh-grader, Yara, who has been standing out at ISR since joining in 2018. Yara’s journey at ISR has been marked by continuous growth and impressive achievements, culminating in her recent appointment as the SLC Head Prefect for this school year. Her SLC Coordinators, Ms. Bennet and Ms. McGee have great things to say about Yara.

“The Student Leadership Council is excited to honor the new Head Prefect for this year, Yara of Grade 11, for the ISR Student Spotlight.  Since she was eligible, Yara has always committed time to being a prefect for the SLC.  Her energy and commitment led her to be elected as the Deputy Team Leader of the Discipline Department in Grade 9 and the Team Leader of School Spirit in Grade 10.

Last year, her engagement outside of the classroom, helped her direct her team in organizing the monthly ISR School Spirit Days, but also in collaborating with other departments to help the team successfully run campaigns and events.  Our Co-Head Prefects from 2023-2024, Ema and Victoria of Grade 12, add, “We are delighted for Yara to be the Head Prefect this year. Last year, we had the pleasure of working with Yara, where she contributed unwavering devotion and creativity to the SLC community, as well as demonstrate her ability to work with a team and delegate tasks. Yara is a dedicated and diligent leader of SLC, and we are confident in her role as a Head Prefect. We are eager to see her meaningful changes make an impact!”

Yara is also an excellent student inside of the classroom and has always made time for her academic commitments a priority.  Her Academic Coordinators are pleased that she has been elected to this role, so she can continue to lead by example in balancing her schoolwork with extracurricular activities.

As SLC Advisors, we know that this will be a year of innovation and impact with Yara guiding our team, and we can’t wait to share the coming events each department has planned.  Keep your eye on the SLC!”

As Yara embarks on her role as Head Prefect, the ISR community eagerly anticipates the innovative ideas she will bring to the school. Her ability to balance academic excellence with leadership responsibilities serves as an inspiration to her peers and younger students alike. We are very proud to spotlight Yara, one of ISR’s many outstanding students!

The ISR Student Spotlight Project aims to highlight one of our students from the ISR-Community every Friday, who embodies our guiding principle “We Enable Great Minds and Strong Characters” by consistently surpassing themselves. Whether through outstanding academic achievements, exceptional dedication, or remarkable character traits – we take pride in having already showcased hundreds of students – and there is more to look forward to every week!