Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Azra
Spotlight On Our Student Azra
This week, we are excited to shine the spotlight on our fourth-grader, Azra. Azra joined ISR in 2023 and has continuously made a lasting impression on her teachers with her positive attitude, dedication, and cheerful personality. She is not only a diligent student but also a kind-hearted and creative individual who brings joy to those around her.
Azra was nominated for the Student Spotlight by her music teacher, Ms. Bucher, who shares: “Azra is a student who not only cares about doing her work well and has a love of learning, but she also has a great sense of humor. She is cheerful and friendly and is a great asset to the class. She brings sunshine to every Music lesson!”
Ms. Schultz, Azra’s Art teacher, also has wonderful things to say: “Azra is a very talented young artist. I am astonished by how refined her colors are, how detailed her motifs are, and how creatively she expresses herself. I am very impressed every time Azra completes her artwork beyond the level of her age.”
Azra’s past teachers remember her fondly as well. Her third-grade teacher, Ms. Vittin, says: “Azra is a joyful and happy learner who genuinely enjoys school and spending time with her classmates. She is respectful, kind, and has a big heart. In addition, Azra is a very funny student who enjoys making others laugh with her jokes and funny expressions. She is a joy to have in class, and I could not be prouder that she has been nominated.”
Azra’s second-grade teacher, Ms. Jennings, adds: “Azra always treated other students with respect and empathy and could easily work with any student I paired her with. I know she will accomplish great achievements in the future because of her positive attitude! It was such a privilege to teach her, and I always look back on that year with fond memories”.
We are proud to spotlight Azra as 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!
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Learning from the Past: WWII Eyewitness Mr. Hüllen Visits ISR to Share His Story and Life Lessons
Learning from the Past: WWII Eyewitness Mr. Hüllen Visits ISR to Share His Story and Life Lessons
Thursday, January 16th
Yesterday, we had the honor of welcoming Mr. Hüllen, a World War II eyewitness, at ISR. Mr. Hüllen shared his experiences as a child before, during, and after the war with our Grade 9 and 10 students. The students had prepared numerous questions for Mr. Hüllen. He provided a unique perspective on life during this historic period, offering insights into the daily challenges and fears faced by civilians during the time. Mr. Hüllen strongly emphasized the importance of democracy, drawing from his personal experiences and the contrast between life under totalitarian rule and in a free society. It was an engaging, emotional, and educational lecture and all students listened attentively.
Mr. Hüllen, along with other eyewitnesses, have visited over 500 schools across Germany already; sharing their experiences with younger generations. Their goal is to ensure that the lessons of World War II are not forgotten and to foster a deeper understanding of the consequences of war and the value of peace.
We are deeply grateful to Mr. Hüllen for his time and for sharing his personal experiences with our students. As one ISR Parent mentioned after the lecture: “These life experiences are an incredible privilege for our kids — not just academically, as they tie into their program, but also as meaningful life lessons.”
By hearing from those who lived through these events, our students gained a more intricate and empathetic understanding of the past, which is crucial for shaping a better future.
At ISR, we are proud to offer our students such learning experiences!
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Silvain
Spotlight On Our Student Silvain
This week, we are excited to shine the spotlight on our fifth-grader, Silvain. Silvain joined ISR in 2022 and has quickly become a valued member of our school community. Known for his curiosity and dedication, Silvain approaches every challenge with enthusiasm and determination.
Silvain was nominated for the Student Spotlight by his teacher, Ms. Codina. She says, “Since Term 2, Silvain has transformed into a gifted writer and oral reader. He writes texts well beyond his years, has a broad vocabulary, and demonstrates passion for his work. He performs what he has written with confidence, captivating and entertaining his listeners. Watching his transformation has been so rewarding; it’s truly lovely to see him blossom and build his confidence. He’s kind, helpful, and respectful, and always demonstrates integrity. His grades in all subjects are outstanding. He is a joy to teach and brightens every classroom. We are truly blessed to have him in our class.”
Mr. Grubelic, Silvain’s Computing teacher, adds, “I can always depend on Silvain to go above and beyond in Computing. He is studious, patient, and collaborates well with others, producing excellent and thoughtful output in whatever program we are working on. Silvain was also one of the first students to submit his Python code for this year’s Astro Pi: Mission Zero project—in other words, his code is going to run on a Raspberry Pi computer on the International Space Station orbiting Earth later this year! Quite literally out of this world! Keep up the awesome work, Silvain!”
Silvain’s time at ISR highlights his dedication and enthusiasm for learning. His growth as a student and individual is evident in the positive contributions he makes to the classroom.
We are proud to spotlight Silvain as 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!
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International Peace Poster Contest by Lions Club: ISR Student Wins Top Prize in Germany
International Peace Poster Contest by the Lions Club: ISR Student Wins Top Prize in Germany
Thursday, January 9th
We are thrilled to announce that our talented ISR 7th-grade student, Arjun, has won first prize in Germany for his entry in the Lions Club International Peace Poster Contest!
Arjun’s creative artwork stood out among many entries from all over Germany, showcasing his powerful message and understanding of peace. His poster will now represent Germany as it advances to the international Lions Club Peace Poster Competition in the United States!
“There are infinite ways to find peace. For example, respecting one another irrespective of gender, color, race, etc. Using the available resources with care. Hence, my peace dove is carrying a ribbon that looks like infinity”, stated Arjun when he handed in his poster in November.
A special thank you goes to our amazing art teacher, Ms. Schultz, for her guidance and support, and to Ms. Schulenberg, the Lions Club Neuss Novaesia Representative, for organizing this unique opportunity for our students.
We are incredibly proud of Arjun’s achievement and wish him the best of luck in the next stage of the contest. Let’s all cheer him on as his inspiring work reaches a global audience!
We invite you to view all of the Peace Poster Contest entries submitted by ISR students by clicking on the button below:
ISR Winter Wonderland 2024
ISR Winter Wonderland 2024
Tuesday, 17 December 2024
The smell of delicious waffles, beautifully handmade Christmas items, and children’s faces beaming with the holiday spirit – our annual ISR Winter Wonderland was once again a huge success!
Amongst our six Christmas huts, there were daily offerings for both young and old. The culinary delights included delicious waffles, hot dogs, small cinnamon rolls, cookies, and Christmas-themed muffins. Our catering company, Broich, provided warm beverages, winter punch, and mulled wine. The varied offerings from our CAS, MUN, and SLC students were dedicated to various activities, many of which supported charitable causes.
Additionally, our cooperation partners, the American International Women’s Club Düsseldorf and the British Women’s Club in Düsseldorf, as well as our parents, were represented. Visitors to the Christmas market also had the opportunity to purchase books from our library this year. It was particularly heartwarming that two students, Anna and Lizzy from the 5th grade, donated the proceeds from their homemade cookies to the library.
The children were also delighted to take a turn on the carousel and participated in various choir and band performances by our dedicated music department as part of the ISR Winter Wonderland Market.
We extend our gratitude to all parents who made this special event possible, especially our dedicated ISR Parent Network, the PN Event Committee, our students, and all the teachers for this unique ISR Winter Wonderland 2024 – right on the doorstep of ISR!
Successful Charity Initiative "Aktion Lichtblicke" from our ISR Kindergartens in Düsseldorf-Niederkassel and Meerbusch-Büderich
Successful Charity Initiative “Aktion Lichtblicke” from our ISR Kindergartens in Düsseldorf-Niederkassel and Meerbusch-Büderich
Tuesday, December 17th, 2024
Social responsibility has always been a priority for our students, families, faculties, and staff at ISR. A significant effort is put into numerous charity events held annually at the school and the three kindergartens in Neuss, Düsseldorf, and Meerbusch. These events range from clothing and food donations to gift initiatives for children from socially disadvantaged families.
This year, the kindergarten children and families from the ISR Kindergarten branches in Düsseldorf-Niederkassel and Meerbusch-Büderich decided to focus their efforts locally and chose to support the notable “Aktion Lichtblicke” initiative. This action has become a fundamental charitable endeavor in North Rhine-Westphalia, aimed at supporting families with children in need. Since its inception in 1998, Aktion Lichtblicke has provided effective and unbureaucratic support to children and families in North Rhine-Westphalia, which encountered situations such as house fires, unemployment, divorce, illness, or the loss of a parent.
Embracing the charity’s motto “With united forces,” the children and families from the kindergarten facilities in Düsseldorf and Meerbusch collaborated to collect a total of €1,696.40 to support families in need. The donation amount was transferred to Aktion Lichtblicke today. This commitment and generosity of our ISR Kindergarten Düsseldorf and Meerbusch families once again significantly contributed to our continued promotion of social responsibility and community spirit at ISR!
We extend our sincere gratitude to all the families who – year after year – engage in social activities at ISR and serve as role models for over 1,200 kindergarten children and students – and beyond!
"Talk About Democracy!" - with this important appeal, the first Deputy District Administrator, Mrs. Katharina Reinhold, concluded her Career Talk at ISR.
“Talk About Democracy!” – with this important appeal, the first Deputy District Administrator, Mrs. Katharina Reinhold, concluded her Career Talk at ISR.
Thursday, December 12th, 2024
Following her visit as part of the ISR Open House in mid-October, Mrs. Reinhold agreed to share more about the Rhein-Kreis Neuss, her position, and her career path with the secondary school students of ISR. After a brief presentation, the young people were allowed to ask her interesting questions, including what they could do today to get involved. “Talk About Democracy” was Mrs. Reinhold’s clear response. After her lecture, she also visited the ISR Winter Wonderland Market at ISR and enjoyed the festive Christmas carols performed by our fifth-grade students.
We wish to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Mrs. Reinhold for her visit, the insightful information she provided, and the time she took.
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Marie
Spotlight On Our Student Marie
This week, we are excited to shine the spotlight on our second-grader, Marie. Marie joined ISR in 2023 and has quickly become a standout member of our school community. Her positive energy, determination, and kind-hearted nature have made her a role model among her peers and a joy to her teachers.
Marie was nominated for the Student Spotlight by her teacher, Ms. Hartmann. She says, “Marie is an amazing student. Each day she comes to school in a bright and happy mood. She is always friendly, polite and willing to help or support her classmates. She is a hardworking student who doesn’t give up easily. Marie shines with a big smile and positive attitude. She is always up for funny and witty comments or ideas. I am truly grateful to be her teacher this year and to see her shine brighter each day.”
Ms. Morris, the Academic Head of Grades 4 and 5, says of Marie, “Marie is a kind student who is an enthusiastic learner. After joining ISR she quickly became a valued member of our school community, forming friendships easily and showing the utmost respect to her teachers. Marie’s determination is commendable, and we are happy to have her at our school!”
Ms. Ghica, the Academic Head of Grades 2 and 3, adds: “Today, I want to take a moment to celebrate a very special Grade 2 student who has shown us all what determination and hard work look like. Earlier last year, she faced some big challenges. But instead of giving up, she worked harder, asked for help when she needed it, and kept trying. And now, she’s absolutely shining! Her growth and courage remind us of all that we can achieve amazing things if we believe in ourselves and put in the effort. Let’s give a huge round of applause to Marie for being such an inspiration to all of us!”
We are so proud to spotlight Marie as 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!
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Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Darshan
Spotlight On Our Student Darshan
This week, we are excited to shine the spotlight on our eighth-grader, Darshan. Darshan joined ISR in 2023 and has quickly become a standout member of our school community. He approaches his lessons with enthusiasm and a positive attitude, which has greatly contributed to his academic success.
Darshan was nominated for the Student Spotlight by his French teacher, Ms. Chanal, who says, “Darshan is really engaged in his learning. He actively listens to advice, which of course explains his progress in French. He is always helpful and has a positive attitude in class.”
Ms. McLeod, the Head of ISR’s Elementary School, worked with Darshan last year and also has positive things to say about him. “Darshan is a kind and polite young man who has really grown during his time at ISR. He will without a doubt greet me each day with a big smile and a ‘Good Morning! ’ and is always willing to help his peers and teachers.”
Darshan’s English teacher, Mr. Davis, enjoys having him in class, saying, “Darshan is a lovely lad and great fun to have in English. He works very hard and has good ideas to contribute, and a great sense of humour, which I appreciate.”
Mr. Nisic, Darshan’s Mathematics teacher, adds, “Darshan has shown great interest in math this year. I am very happy with how engaged he is, how he starts discussions, asks questions, and shares different ways of solving math problems.”
Darshan’s potential shines brightly at ISR, as evidenced by the praise from his teachers. Keep up the fantastic work, Darshan!
We are so proud to spotlight Darshan as 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!
Our Student Spotlights
Turkish Consul General in Düsseldorf, Mr. İzbul, visited ISR
Turkish Consul General in Düsseldorf, Mr. İzbul, visited ISR
Monday, December 2nd, 2024
On Monday, we welcomed the Turkish Consul General in Düsseldorf, Mr. Ali İhsan İzbul, to ISR once again for a special Turkish Breakfast prepared by our dedicated Turkish Community at ISR. The morning began with a warm greeting from our Turkish students, who presented a handmade sign to the Consul General. Our ISR Management Team also extended a heartfelt welcome to our esteemed guest.
The event was made even more special by the presence of around 40 families from our Turkish Community at ISR, who came together to organize a delightful Turkish Breakfast. Before the meal, Mr. Soliman, Proprietor of ISR, welcomed the Consul General and our Turkish Community, highlighting the strong cohesion and international spirit at ISR. Adding a personal touch to the event, our Turkish students prepared profiles about themselves in Turkish, sharing what they like the most about ISR. This heartwarming gesture showcased the strong connection our students feel to both their heritage and our ISR Community.
We extend our sincere gratitude to Consul General İzbul for taking the time to visit ISR and engage with our Turkish Community. Furthermore, we wish to thank our Turkish Community representative Ms. Kaya, as well as all families and teachers who supported this wonderful event.
A huge thank you also goes to our dedicated Turkish Community at ISR, who organized the delicious food for this special get-together for all to enjoy. We look forward to continued exchanges and partnerships that enhance the global perspective within our ISR Community!
