This week, we spotlight our twelfth-grader Justus, who joined ISR in Kindergarten. Justus has an all-round aptitude which allows him to succeed at whatever he puts his mind to. This doesn’t happen without the tremendous amount of work he puts into his own learning and development. He has a great sense of humor and a positive outlook on life. Justus is a positive, enthusiastic, respectful and hardworking student. “I first taught Justus as his sixth grade English teacher, where he introduced himself as a cheerful, bright, funny, and helpful young man.  I’m happy to say as his grade 12 homeroom teacher that he has maintained and honed those qualities over those six years at ISR. He is the definition of a well-rounded student, a renaissance man who excels in and out of the classroom, whether doing complex math and physics equations or on the football pitch.  I’m happy to have taught him and enjoy the morning conversations in homeroom where he always brings a positive vibe to the environment.”, as his teacher Mr. McGee adds.

In addition, he has always impressed with his impeccable manners and great sense of humor. He is motivated and very focused on success, but never forgets to be kind and generous to those around him, as his teacher Ms. Leach, who knows him since grade 9, confirmed. Justus also has been involved in CAS and his program was designed around sports activities as it is his passion. He also took part in tutoring projects and the “Big Brother/Big Sister” project. There he supported younger students in their daily life at ISR. “I´ve been with him on a million class trips, and it is a pleasure working with him ever since middle school and see him grow into what he is today.” as his CAS teacher Mr. Urban adds. His teacher Mr. Lysewycz says in conclusion, “Justus’s growth and development as a student of language and literature has been nothing short of exponential. I think that Grade 12 marked a considerable shift in his commitment to academic excellence, and his latest results in English herald new heights of achievement. It has been exciting to witness this development and I look forward to seeing how far he’ll go.”

This week, we spotlight our third-grader Lucas, who joined ISR this year. Lucas is a very kind and hardworking student. He is respectful and determined and always helps his classmates. In class, he actively participates and always pays close attention to detail. Lucas is a very motivated student who is eager to learn. “Lucas joined Grade 3 at ISR this school year. He works diligently every day to improve his English language and is also a kind and caring classmate and friend. He is creative, artistic and a wonderful addition to the ISR Family!“ as Ms. Palmieri adds.

Lucas’ passion belongs to football. He plays football in a club and his favorite football team is Atletico Madrid. In general, he is very athletic and also convinces his PE teacher Ms. Racheva through his achievements. “This is Lucas’s first year at ISR, and I am so happy to teach him. He is already a Sports Star for Term 1, which means he got an Award Certificate for excellence in Sport. Lucas is a role model student – listening, performing, and a team leader. His behavior during the PE lessons is outstanding. He is always ready to learn and try new things. Lucas loves sport and he enjoys every lesson.”

This week, we spotlight our fourth-grader Raghav, who joined ISR in kindergarten. Raghav is a kind student who is always doing the right. He is excellent at managing himself academically and has a positive attitude toward learning. He proves his diligence through studying, which leads to his high scores. In addition, he is very enthusiastic about what he learns and never gets distracted, or misses important details. 

His teacher, Ms. Osterlein, adds “Raghav’s characteristic exceeds in all aspects-punctual, caring, open-mindedness, empathy, and much more.  Raghav is always punctual and the first one to be ready to start each class period. Students need to complete their tasks on time and be punctual to manage their time effectively from the very beginning of class to the end. It is not easy to master this quality, but Raghav gives all his efforts to always do his best for his studies, classmates, and teacher. Raghav’s passion to learn every day helps him be a star student. He truly is a unique person and always willing to help his peers without wanting anything in return. I hope he will always be consistent and continues to give 100% effort into all the things that he does. Most of all his open-minded and positive attitude continues to flourish!”  

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!”.