ISR Open House 2022

Successful ISR Open House 2022

Saturday, 22 October 2022

Decorated hallways, colorful balloons, and a motivated and excited team of educators and staff welcomed hundreds of guests, interested families, and friends of ISR today on the occasion of ISR Open House 2022!

Guests were treated to a diverse program of demo lessons in various subjects and grade levels, a Subject Hallway, creative art exhibits, hands-on activities and experiments in our Science Labs, and numerous information booths from our dedicated collaborative partners.

Our music department delighted the visitors with several concerts, with which our guests were welcomed in the foyer at the beginning. Our sports department was responsible for an action-packed sports program in our sports hall and our IT department once again provided for many astonished faces by presenting our virtual reality glasses, which let the children dive into the depths of the oceans, as well as with our 3D printer, with which the children could print red ISR coins! Our kindergarten locations from Düsseldorf and Meerbusch were also represented and were able to tell interested families more about our educational offer of their kindergarten locations.

Interested families could learn more about the kindergarten as well as our school through various presentations. Moreover, our guests were invited to take part in a student-led school tour in different languages organized by our SLO® department.

Our dedicated ISR Parent Network provided physical well-being, which lovingly decorated the school’s cafeteria with flags from all over the world. Drinks were provided by Broich Catering as well as a Coffee-Bike, which offered various coffee specialties for the guests.

An all-around successful celebration with many highlights, which we will not forget!

We sincerely thank all parents, students, teachers, staff, and our cooperation partners, without whom this unique and successful event would not have been possible!

Our cooperation partners:

by Annika Poestges

Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Evie

Spotlight On Our Student Evie

This week, we spotlight our seventh-grader Evie, who joined ISR in 2020. Evie is a very polite girl with a very positive attitude toward others. She has a great sense of humor, is always smiling and her laughter is infectious. In addition, she is a kind and caring student with a positive attitude to learning. She especially enjoys her music lessons and playing the ukulele. She has also been part of the ISR concerts during lunchtime and where she sang beautifully for her classmates. Her impressive personality as well as her academic efforts make her a wonderful role model.

Ms. Przybylski, her German teacher adds, “It was a pleasure to have Evie in my homeroom last year and in my German class in Term 1 this year. She is always authentic, honest, and very polite. Evie is a reliable and conscientious student who is actively involved in ISR life, as well as in our lessons. We will miss her very much and wish her all the best in the future.” Evie has left ISR as her family have moved back to England. During her time at ISR she has made a huge impact on her classmates and will be greatly missed by them and her teachers. Evie, we wish you all the best on your new learning journey!

We are very proud to spotlight Evie 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

Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Awdeep

Spotlight On Our Student Awdeep

This week, we spotlight our second-grader Awdeep, who joined ISR in grade 1. Awdeep is recognized as a friendly, positive, and helpful student, who loves spending his free time outside playing with friends. His teachers appreciate that he is a respectful, funny, and bright student, who always supports his peers and works hard. “He brightens up cloudy days with his warm smile”, as his music teacher, Ms. Bucher, adds.

In the academic field, he convinces as a dedicated and hardworking student, who is excited to learn new things. Through his ambition, he achieves success in many subjects and actively participates in class. There he also shows himself as very creative and he loves to participate in classroom discussions. According to Ms. Morris, Head of Curriuclum Development of the Primary School, “Awdeep joined ISR in Grade 1 and has been brightening classrooms ever since. We are so happy to have Awdeep at ISR!”

We are very proud to spotlight Awdeep 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 Thomas Römer

Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Emma

Spotlight On Our Student Emma

This week, we spotlight our fourth-grader Emma, who joined ISR in grade 1. Since then, she has been a role model to others with her excellent behavior and participation in class. She is a very dedicated student and takes pride in her work. Not only do her peers appreciate her good sense of humor, but she also convinces her teachers “I´ve never seen Emma have a day when she did not give it her all! She also has a witty sense of humor and knows just when to use it!”, as Ms. Bucher adds. In addition, Emma stands out for her big smile, and kind, caring, and inquisitive personality. During her four years at ISR she has made great progress. Her last year’s homeroom teacher, Ms. Schmidt, knows Emma quite well and even though she is no longer her teacher, she has left a lasting impression.

“Emma sets a wonderful example to all who meet and interact with her. She is kind-hearted and caring with an incredible sense of humor. She has a beautiful and brilliant imagination that makes her ideas and works of art shine. Emma is a true friend and always willing to help a friend or fellow student. Her warmth and knowledge make her a wonderful ambassador for our school and she makes new students feel welcome. In addition, she works enthusiastically and puts maximum effort into everything she does. She excels academically and emotionally. Her determination and dedication make her an asset to any classroom and as I was lucky enough to have Emma in my class and I can say without a doubt Emma is fantastic.”

We are very proud to spotlight Emma 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 Thomas Römer

ISR at the Sunflower Festival in Meerbusch

ISR at the Sunflower Festival in Meerbusch

Sunday, 25 September 2022

Last Sunday, we participated in the traditional Sunflower Festival in Meerbusch 🌻

“At ISR, we help our students grow and blossom – leading to a happy, successful, and fulfilling future for your child” was written on a greeting card attached to 600 bright and beautiful sunflowers that we distributed to all visitors. Of course, never one to miss a chance, our mascot Spirit also happily handed out sunflowers!

With our musical partner, Musicbox Oxana we presented ourselves on-site and offered the children various fun activities. Young visitors were invited to write their own postcards, have their faces painted, or dive into the world of virtual reality through our VR glasses that we are using for educational purposes in class at ISR!

Another highlight was the successful participation of an ISR Family in the stage program -their jazz performance was sensational!

We sincerely thank our ISR teams from our branches in Düsseldorf, Meerbusch, and Neuss for their support on-site as well as the organizer for another successful Sunflower Sunday in Meerbusch!

by Annika Poestges

Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Victoria

Spotlight On Our Student Victoria

This week, we spotlight our tenth-grader Victoria, who joined ISR in kindergarten. Victoria is conscientious, motivated and an organized learner who quietly gets on with all her assigned tasks. She stands out for her helpful nature and positive character. During classes, she shows lots of engagement and always gives her best. In addition, she shows organizational skills, which she perfectly uses in her role as head of the activities department in the ISR Student Life OrganizationⓇ. “Victoria has demonstrated dedication, and team leadership skills in SLOⓇ this year. She has been very motivated in planning events, organizing activities for other students, and has been one of the most reliable SLOⓇ students this year.” as Ms. Gander – Student Life Coordinator—adds.

Victoria also convinced her sports teacher, Ms. Racheva, through her positivity and commitment. “Vicky is a beautiful person from the inside and the outside. She is always ready to work hard and with positive energy makes goals look so easy to achieve. In PE lessons, she shows me that no matter what, she will not quit and give up. Her motivation and her energy keep her a top student. She is always smiling and being so kind and polite to her classmates and teachers. Victoria is one of those students that makes your work as a teacher recognized and appreciated.”

We are very proud to spotlight Victoria 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

Taking responsibility and developing social awareness - a joined event with the St. Augustinus Memory Center in Neuss!

Taking responsibility and developing social awareness – a joined event with the St. Augustinus Memory Center in Neuss!

Tuesday, 20 September 2022

Taking responsibility and developing social awareness – is an essential component of CAS (Creativity, Activity, and Service) instruction at ISR. CAS is central to the philosophy of the IB Diploma program at ISR and enables students to enrich their personal and interpersonal development through experiential learning.

As part of World Alzheimer’s Week, ISR hosted more than 100 residents, family members, and staff from the neighboring St. Augustinus Memory Center Neuss on the PSV grounds for an event filled with music, games, and a shared barbecue.

For many years, ISR and the Memory Center Neuss have been involved in numerous projects in the artistic field, in which students from ISR are involved. This time again, ISR students delighted those present with their performances and were happy to put a smile on the guest’s faces.

A huge thank goes to our students Yuki and Valentin for their performances with saxophone and violin as well as our CAS Coordinator, Mr. Urban, for organizing the event.

All participants could spend a special day on the sports field of ISR and we are already looking forward to many more projects with the St. Augustinus Memory Center in Neuss!

by Annika Poestges

Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Mikako

Spotlight On Our Student Mikako

This week, we spotlight our second-grader Mikako, who joined ISR in grade 1. She is characterized by her passion for learning and her thirst for knowledge. Mikako is extremely dedicated and actively participates in the classroom. In addition, she has a very caring character and is always supportive of those around her.

Her teacher, Ms. du Plessis, adds “Mikako is a superstar and an absolute pleasure to have in my class. She is extremely hard-working and always gives her best in everything she does. Mikako is a very kind and friendly girl. She is enthusiastic about learning and always lends a helping hand to the teachers and her friends.”

We are very proud to spotlight Mikako 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

Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Marie

Spotlight On Our Student Marie

This week, we spotlight our sixth-grader Marie, who joined ISR in grade 4. Marie is a friendly and dedicated student whose bright smile is truly contagious. She is a polite, responsible student, who is always well-prepared during classes. Marie works hard and always tries her best. She would never give up and is a great role model.

Marie has been able to make friends quickly at ISR and enjoys spending time with them. She is extremely helpful and always tries to support those around her. In addition, Marie is very successful in the academic field. Her academic head, Ms. Brand, adds “ Marie is a kind and caring student who is always willing to help others. She has progressed extremely well in English and works hard in her lessons. Marie is a shining example of how it’s cool to be good! I am sure, that she will convince all of us in grade 6 as well.”

We are very proud to spotlight Marie 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

Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Claudia

Spotlight On Our Student Claudia

This week, we spotlight our twelfth grader Claudia, who joined ISR in 2020. Claudia is a hard-working student, who shows lots of commitment, works hard, and is always does what is necessary to succeed. She supports her classmates, for example, through sharing materials and stands out for her honest and helpful nature. She always sees the bright side of life, even during stressful exam periods; she handles pressure without a fuss. In addition, Claudia is a responsible student and enhances the classroom environment by setting ambitious goals and thus spreading this positive attitude amongst classmates.

“I teach Claudia in SL Biology. She is a fantastic student, bright, confident, and has a great work ethic. She always seems to be happy and interacts well with her peers. On the field trip, we did the last term, she seemed to really enjoy it – as can be seen by the photos. It’s great to work with her.”, her biology teacher adds.

We are very proud to spotlight Claudia 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