Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Carla

Spotlight On Our Student Carla

This week, we spotlight our second-grader, Carla, who joined ISR in kindergarten. Carla is an outstanding student who shines through her kind and polite character. “Carla is incredibly kind and caring, always willing to lend a helping hand to fellow students or teachers. She takes time and care with her work, setting a fantastic example of ISR’s motto, it’s cool to be good.”, as Ms. Morris, Head of Curriculum Development of the Primary School, says. Additionally, her PE teacher, Mr. Nous, confirms that she is a friendly and very respectful student.

During her school breaks, Carla enjoys climbing and reading. She also likes doing gymnastics and spends her time drawing pictures. Her homeroom teacher, Ms. Hartmann, is convinced about both her academic and characteristic achievements, stating, “Carla is a kind, happy, and cheerful student who always has a smile on her face. She is polite and helpful, a great listener, and a good friend who can be relied upon. Her beautiful soul shines through in everything she does, and it is such a pleasure and privilege to be her teacher.”

We are very proud to spotlight Carla, 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.


Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Niusha

Spotlight On Our Student Niusha

This week, we spotlight our sixth-grader Niusha, who joined ISR in 2016. Niusha has a great sense of humor and is a hardworking student. She is responsible, reliable, and always maintains a positive attitude. “Niusha embodies politeness with a grace that lights up every room she enters. She reflects a young woman dedicated to continuous improvement and unwavering responsibility. What sets her apart is her remarkable resilience; setbacks serve as stepping stones, not stumbling blocks. Instead of succumbing to disappointment, she harnesses it, fueling her determination to strive even harder. With her unwavering optimism and perseverance, there’s no doubt that a radiant future awaits her.” as her teacher Ms. Chroni adds. Niusha loves to laugh and is ready to channel her positive energy into learning, as Ms. Sanchez says.

Her music teacher, Mr. Perez, adds “Niusha is one of those students that makes you love being a teacher. She is responsible, respectful, and especially passionate about performing to the best of her ability. She’s caring and always very empathetic towards others with a contagious smile.” Ms. McLeod, Head of ISR Middle School, adds in conclusion “ Niusha is a ray of sunshine in Middle School! She is an excellent student, encourages others, and is supportive and kind. She always brightens my day with her positive attitude and big smile!”

We are very proud to spotlight Niusha, 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.


Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Romy

Spotlight On Our Student Romy

This week, we spotlight our fifth-grader, Romy, who joined ISR in 2019. Romy is a friendly student who is always kind to teachers and classmates. She enjoys her time at ISR and stands out for her positive character. “Romy is one of the kindest people you’ll ever meet, and she is very empathetic. If you ever have a hard day, she will put a smile back on your face,” as her former primary German teacher, Ms. Lorenzen, says. Romy also quickly convinced her middle school teacher, Ms. Schultze, of her lovely personality. “Romy is a very kind and outgoing member of our class. Her classmates enjoy working alongside her. She asks questions and is very curious about many things. Keep up the great work!”

Romy works hard during class, shows lots of curiosity, and loves learning. The Academic Head of Grade 1, Ms. Ghica, also knows her and adds, “I wish to bring attention to the outstanding qualities and positive impact of our student, Romy. Over the course of her time at ISR, Romy has consistently demonstrated a remarkable ability to brighten the atmosphere and uplift the spirits of those around her. She has proven to be a true “ray of sunshine” within our ISR Community. She possesses a genuine and infectious enthusiasm for learning, which is not only evident in her academic achievements but also in her interactions with peers, teachers, and staff. Romy’s positive attitude is a source of inspiration and also a role model for peers, consistently embodying the values we strive to instill in our students.”

We are very proud to spotlight Romy, 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.


Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Louis

Spotlight On Our Student Romy

This week, we spotlight our fifth-grader, Romy, who joined ISR in 2019. Romy is a friendly student who is always kind to teachers and classmates. She enjoys her time at ISR and stands out for her positive character. “Romy is one of the kindest people you’ll ever meet, and she is very empathetic. If you ever have a hard day, she will put a smile back on your face,” as her former primary German teacher, Ms. Lorenzen, says. Romy also quickly convinced her middle school teacher, Ms. Schultze, of her lovely personality. “Romy is a very kind and outgoing member of our class. Her classmates enjoy working alongside her. She asks questions and is very curious about many things. Keep up the great work!”

Romy works hard during class, shows lots of curiosity, and loves learning. The Academic Head of Grade 1, Ms. Ghica, also knows her and adds, “I wish to bring attention to the outstanding qualities and positive impact of our student, Romy. Over the course of her time at ISR, Romy has consistently demonstrated a remarkable ability to brighten the atmosphere and uplift the spirits of those around her. She has proven to be a true “ray of sunshine” within our ISR Community. She possesses a genuine and infectious enthusiasm for learning, which is not only evident in her academic achievements but also in her interactions with peers, teachers, and staff. Romy’s positive attitude is a source of inspiration and also a role model for peers, consistently embodying the values we strive to instill in our students.”

We are very proud to spotlight Romy, 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.


Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Elizabeth

Spotlight On Our Student Elizabeth

This week, we spotlight our fourth-grader Elizabeth, who joined ISR in 2017. Elizabeth is very friendly and always willing to help. In addition to her amiable nature, she is creative and always draws beautiful pictures. She stands out as an exceptional Grade 4 student, displaying both academic and admirable personal qualities. Her dedication to learning is truly commendable; she approaches her schoolwork with a seriousness that is beyond her years. Not only does she excel academically, but she also embodies kindness and respect in all her interactions. Elizabeth’s teachers and classmates admire her for her hard work, discipline, and genuine nature.

Reflecting on her time with Elizabeth, Ms. Vittin, her previous homeroom teacher, shares: “Though I’m not teaching Lizzy this year, my experience with her last year was great. Lizzy is a bright and humorous student who finds joy in learning. She collaborates effectively with her peers and consistently puts forth her best effort.” Likewise, her German teacher, Ms. Dederichs, remarks: “I have the pleasure of teaching Lizzy in German class. Her creativity knows no bounds! She injects an infectious energy into the classroom, infusing group projects with excitement and imaginative thinking!” All in all, Elizabeth is an excellent student. She is an active participant in lessons, often eager to raise her hand to share her thoughts and opinions. She is a friend to all, both in the classroom and on the playground.

We are very proud to spotlight Elizabeth, 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.


Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Aashi

Spotlight On Our Student Aashi

This week, we spotlight our eighth-grader Aashi, who joined ISR in 2016. Aashi is a cheerful and highly polite student. She consistently shows respect to her classmates and teachers and enjoys spending time with her friends during breaks. “Aashi, one of our class presidents, consistently excels as a stellar student, setting a positive example for her classmates. Her leadership, marked by dedication and integrity, is a testament to her outstanding character and her commitment to enhancing our ISR community,’ as her teacher, Mr. Nisic, adds.”

Aashi consistently demonstrates her best and has shown significant growth during her time at ISR. This progress has been noted not only by her teachers but also by Supervisor Mr. Mo. He remarked, “Aashi is a very friendly student, and it’s wonderful to see her not only enjoying her time at ISR but also making substantial progress.” In conclusion, her music teacher Mr. Abner adds ”Bring so much energy to the table. Aashi is always smiley and happy to work with others. A very friendly student who loves listening to music with a great potential to sing and perform herself. Her confidence will keep growing, she just needs to always remember how great she is!”

We are very proud to spotlight Aashi, 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.


Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Hannah

Spotlight On Our Student Hannah

This week, we spotlight our third-grader Hannah, who joined ISR last year. Hannah impresses with her open-mindedness and helpful nature. Hannah is a very kind and calm student who brings a soothing energy to the classroom and is always ready to offer a helping hand. Her friends appreciate her empathy and honesty. Hannah’s progress this school year has been immense, and I am very proud of her,” says her teacher, Ms. Dederichs.

In addition, she always does her best in class and has shown significant academic improvements since her time at ISR. Furthermore, she enjoys her time with her classmates and consistently demonstrates excellent manners towards both her peers and teachers. Her teacher, Ms. Duenas, adds, “Hannah is a lovely student who always has a smile on her face. She is kind and puts in her best effort in all subjects. She enjoys delightful friendships and engaging conversations. She also has a passion for art, and I’m glad to have gotten to know her through Arts & Crafts and now in my 3rd-grade class.”

We are very proud to spotlight Hannah, 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.


Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Mila

Spotlight On Our Student Mila

This week, we spotlight our second-grader Mila, who joined ISR last year. During her time at ISR, Mila has made remarkable progress and continues to thrive each day, as Supervisor Mr. Mo confirms. In addition, he adds “Mila is a very helpful and friendly student. Her exemplary interaction with classmates and her enjoyment of spending time with friends during school breaks is commendable.” Mila’s German teacher, Ms. Lorenzen, further adds, “Mila is an amazing student who is not only super smart but also really helpful and caring with her classmates and teachers. She always has a big smile and an even bigger heart. I love having her in my class.”

Moreover, Mila consistently demonstrates excellent behavior in class and gives her best effort. She thoroughly enjoys her time at ISR. Her homeroom teacher, Ms. Hartmann, says in conclusion, ”Mila is an amazing student. She is always happy, friendly, polite and a really good friend to everyone in class. Mila is always up for a joke and a good laugh, but she is also very dedicated and trying her best at all times. I am grateful to be her teacher this year and to be part of her wonderful and bright journey here at ISR.”

We are very proud to spotlight Mila, 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.


Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Filippos

Spotlight On Our Student Filippos

This week, we spotlight our fourth-grader Filippos, who joined ISR in 2019. Filippos is an enthusiastic learner and impresses with his friendly and helpful character. “Filippos is amazing! He is my class prefect and I couldn’t be without him. He is so mature and has lots of common sense, which means he can support the other children really well. He is very thoughtful and helpful, but he also has a strong character and a great sense of humor. The other children see him as a positive role model because he is a great all-rounder: book-smart, sporty, and a good friend”. as his teacher, Ms. Smith, adds.

Additionally, he recently represented ISR admirably when he was interviewed. As part of a visit from Ms. Dagmar Wandt, the Head of the Office for Schools and Education, the Neusser radio accompanied her and asked a few students questions, including Filippos! He not only answered the questions professionally and with a smile on his face, but he also impressed with his articulate words and the positive way he represented ISR. Ms. Poestges, Head of ISR Marketing, says about him, “I am pleased that his teachers suggested Filippos because he has done a great job. He spoke to the reporter in an enthusiastic and professional manner, and we were all very proud of him”. In conclusion, academic coordinator of grade 1, Ms. Ghica, adds “I met Filippos last year when he was in Grade 3. Throughout his academic journey here at ISR, Filippos has consistently demonstrated an unparalleled commitment to learning and personal growth. His achievements, both inside and outside the classroom, have been inspiring to everyone around him. His thirst for knowledge is insatiable, evident in his outstanding grades and insightful contributions to class discussions. Well done, Filippos!”

We are very proud to spotlight Filippos, 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.


Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Hannah

Spotlight On Our Student Hannah

This week, we spotlight our ninth grader Hannah, who joined ISR in 2019. Hannah stands out as a very determined, creative, caring, and responsible student. Her sports teacher, Ms. Racheva, was enthusiastic to share about Hannah. “I have known Hannah for a few years, and she is one of the most wonderful girls inside and outside. She is always on time, always ready for challenges and always giving her best. Hannah has been an absolute joy to teach, and she is a true team player with a positive attitude. It’s a pleasure to have her in my class. She is full of energy, not only in sport lessons. Hannah is a friendly, polite, kind and a lovely young lady!” Hannah’s positive influence is still remembered by her Middle School teachers, even though she has since joined the Upper School. Head of Middle School, Ms. McLeod, noted that Hannah was a wonderful Middle School student. “Even though she just transitioned to Upper School a few months ago, we already miss her positive attitude and greetings each morning in the hallway. Hannah is not only a hardworking student and role model for her peers, but a kind and welcoming ambassador for new students. I am so pleased that she is involved in the Student Leadership Council which ensures she is still able to positively impact the experience of Middle School students!”

In her role on the Student Leadership Council, Hannah is highly motivated. As part of her duties she also collaborates with the marketing team and has created a new Instagram account for the student organization. Ms. McGee, Student Leadership Advisor, adds, “In addition to being a top student at ISR, Hannah is an energetic and charismatic young lady who has been selected to work as the Deputy Team Leader of the Student Leadership Council’s Press and Media Team. She has already demonstrated that she is a rising star in the council with her new and engaging ideas to create a Social Media platform for SLC. We look forward to seeing where her creativity and hard work helped take the team this year.”

We are very proud to spotlight Hannah, 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.