Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Nicholas

Spotlight On Our Student Nicholas
This week, we will spotlight our seventh-grader Nicholas, who joined ISR two years ago. “Nicholas is a vibrant student who brings life and positivity to the classroom. He is known for his polite and caring nature, always showing kindness to his friends. With a great sense of humor and a hint of sarcasm, a testament to his self-awareness, Nicholas has the ability to navigate life with a lighthearted perspective. As his math teacher for the past 2 years, I have had the pleasure of witnessing his incredible personality and positive impact on our school community.” as his teacher, Ms. Chroni, says about him. Nicholas is also a new member of Junior MUN this school year, and participated in conferences at Nelly Sachs Gymnasium and ISS Stuttgart. In his role, he is well-spoken, energetic, and intelligent. “We expect him to contribute greatly to our Model United Nations activity in the future.”, adds Ms. McGee, Head of Upper School. “Model United Nations”, also known as Model UN or MUN, is an educational simulation and/or academic competition in which students can learn about diplomacy, international relations, and the United Nations. MUN involves and teaches researching, public speaking, debating, and writing skills, in addition to critical thinking, teamwork, and leadership abilities.
In addition, one of Nicholas’ passions is acting, and he excels in this creative pursuit with his undeniable talent and unwavering dedication. Recently, he had the opportunity to showcase his skills with his ISR Drama Company at the ISR Arts Evening, where he left a lasting impression on the audience. His performance was not only captivating but also convincing, displaying his ability to embody various characters with remarkable authenticity. Ms. McLeod, Head of Middle School says; “Nicholas is a bright ray of sunshine in the Middle School, I don’t think there has been a day where I haven’t seen him smiling and spreading his positive energy to his classmates. He is kind, empathetic, and cares about his peers. I am so proud to watch him continue to grow and shine during his last year in Middle School!”
We are very proud to spotlight Nicholas, 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.
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Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Tilda

Spotlight On Our Student Tilda
This week, we spotlight our fifth-grader Tilda, who joined ISR in Kindergarten. Tilda is known as a helpful, kind and confident student, who has developed hugely at ISR. “Tilda is a very kind student and enjoys her time at ISR. She is very reliable, and that’s what also her friends appreciate about her.” as Mr. Mo, Supervisor at ISR adds. In addition to her personal skills, she shows great commitment and is academically strong. Her Academic Head, Ms. Brand, says “Tilda is an excellent student who has bundles of energy and enthusiasm. She is a shining star and is well-liked by her classmates and teachers. I have taught Tilda Computing since Grade 1, and it has been a pleasure to watch her progress and grow academically. Well done on your achievements Tilda!”
She is very ambitious and shows this during lessons by helping to both shape and support the lessons. “Tilda is an outgoing and cheerful student who is well-liked by her classmates and teachers alike. She always impresses me with her ability to think abstractly and her strong will not to take things for granted but to question them critically.” as Ms. Scholz, Tilda´s German teacher, adds.
We are very proud to spotlight Tilda, 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.
Our Student Spotlights
October 16, 2026
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Shuo
September 25, 2026
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Chris
September 18, 2026
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Lilly
September 11, 2026
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Henry
September 4, 2026
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Elisa
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Nala

Spotlight On Our Student Nala
This week, we spotlight our third-grader Nala, who has been a part of ISR since kindergarten. Nala truly embodies sunshine with her friendly and helpful personality. During lessons, she shows great enthusiasm and impresses not only with her charming nature but also academically. “She has shown remarkable academic improvement over the past few months. Her sweet smile brightens up the room!” remarks Ms. Ewing, her teacher. Ms. Lorenzen, her German teacher, adds “Nala was in my grade 1 class and I was so excited to see her come back to ISR last year. She is a true ray of sunshine with a big heart for her friends and teachers. She is very creative, caring and loving and I’m very proud of her for all her achievements. Moving into grade 4 she will continue to grow and learn and we will see even more amazing things from her. “
For a brief period, Nala temporarily left ISR, and there was immense joy on her return. Supervisor Mr. Mo also remembers the moment. “Everyone was thrilled to have Nala back with our ISR Family.” Ms. Morris, Head of Curriculum Development in the Primary School, expresses her admiration for Nala, saying, “Nala is an incredible student and a delight to have at ISR. I’ve known her since grade 1, and she has grown immensely over the past two years. Nala is exceptionally friendly and compassionate, always caring for others. She possesses a creative mind and actively participates in the classroom. Nala exemplifies our motto, ‘It is cool to be good!'”
We are very proud to spotlight Nala, 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.
Our Student Spotlights
October 16, 2026
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Shuo
September 25, 2026
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Chris
September 18, 2026
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Lilly
September 11, 2026
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Henry
September 4, 2026
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Elisa
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Arda

Spotlight On Our Student Arda
This week, we spotlight our eighth-grader Arda, who joined ISR in Grade 3. Arda is a helpful student who has developed very positively during his time at ISR, as Supervisor Mr. Mohammed confirms. In addition, he is an energetic student, who is always interested in sharing experiences with his classmates and teachers. Arda is always smiling and has a great sense of humor. During his breaks, he loves playing volleyball at our beach volleyball court and enjoys his time with his classmates. His math teacher, Mr. Nisic, says about him, “I’m delighted that we put the spotlight on Arda, a remarkable student who shines in so many ways! Arda’s zest for learning and ability to connect with others make him an invaluable asset to our classroom community. He is usually one step ahead when it comes to learning new materials. But, beyond his great math skills, Arda’s vibrant personality and insatiable curiosity draw a crowd wherever he goes!”
Also, his teacher Mr. Lillywhite is fascinated by his love of learning. “Arda has a refreshing enthusiasm and love of learning that instills his classes with positivity. He is a diligent worker who often goes over and above the requirements for the class and shows the promise of a top-tier performer. His interest in academics and inquisitive personality make him a joy to teach and a positive force in the classroom.” Currently, Arda is in his last year of middle school. Ms. McLeod, head of the middle school at ISR, is also convinced that his success story will continue in the upper school. “I have had the pleasure of getting to know Arda during his four years in middle school. He has made momentous progress and development and has become a very mature young man. I am sure that he will find success in Upper School next year, as he has already formed the foundation of a hard-working & dedicated student.”
We are very proud to spotlight Arda, 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.
Our Student Spotlights
October 16, 2026
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Shuo
September 25, 2026
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Chris
September 18, 2026
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Lilly
September 11, 2026
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Henry
September 4, 2026
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Elisa
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Kristina

Spotlight On Our Student Kristina
This week, we spotlight our twelfth-grader Kristina, who joined ISR in kindergarten. Kristina is already part of the ISR Family for almost twelve years and will graduate this school year. Through her journey at ISR, there are many beautiful memories to recall and mutual appreciation with her teachers. “Kristina has always been a pleasure to teach, and it has been wonderful to see her develop and grow over her time at ISR. As her English teacher, I was always impressed with her writing and analytical skills and her ability to think critically and above all independently. Kristina is curious, thoughtful, and empathic and takes on responsibility with a smile.”, as Ms. Leach says. Mr. Bates adds, “Kristina has been an absolute pleasure to teach. She is always willing to help and I know that I can completely rely on her for any assistance that I need. In class, I am always trying to catch her out: When I think she is not listening, I jump to quiz her on what I have just been talking about and, unfortunately, she always knows! (I have never won that game) Kristina is a very good listener – a very good multitasker, and she is a charming, dedicated student who is confidently making her own path. I wish her all the luck in the future.”
Mr. Lillywhite knows her since grade 8 and describes her as an outstanding student. “She is always considerate of her peers and devoted to academic improvement. Her growth and maturity as a person over the last few years is commendable; as is her independent spirit and drive to succeed.” Ms. Racheva, PE teacher at ISR, knows Kristina for incredibly 10 years. “She has grown up from a little girl to a beautiful, independent young lady. She always has a smile that makes your day and she is super kind and polite all the time. Kristina accepts all the responsibility both in and out of school and she is self-motivated and organizes her own time management. In addition, she is independent in decision-making and has become a lifelong learner. It was a privilege and honour to have her as my student and I’m excited to see what she will achieve in the future.”
We are very proud to spotlight Kristina, 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.
Our Student Spotlights
October 16, 2026
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Shuo
September 25, 2026
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Chris
September 18, 2026
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Lilly
September 11, 2026
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Henry
September 4, 2026
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Elisa
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Kaushal

Spotlight On Our Student Kaushal
This week, we spotlight our ninth-grader Kaushal, who joined ISR last year. In his short time at ISR Kaushal has impressed the teaching team with his respectful, kind and helpful personality. He regularly demonstrates positive social skills; he always participates in class activities and cooperates with his classmates. During class, he is very engaged as Mr. O´Brian, his physics teacher, confirms, “Kaushal is a pleasure to teach. He is always engaged in his physics lessons, eager to learn as much as he can. He is polite, friendly, and good-natured.” Kaushal is not only engaged in class, he recently supported the ISR Marketing Department at an event. “It was a pleasure getting to know Kaushal and his friendly and positive attitude. He was a huge support and actively exchanged with the visitors. He ideally represents the ISR values and I am pretty sure the future is bright for Kaushal”, adds Ms. Borchers, Marketing & Events Specialist.
Mr. O’Reilly, Exams Officer, say about him “Kaushal is a fantastic student who is very polite and always seems to have a positive and happy attitude, he joined ISR this school year and has made a seamless transition to ISR academically and socially with his grade 9 peers. He really came out of his shell during the class trip to Berlin, where he took charge and helped Ms. Megal and myself navigate the streets of Berlin to find our restaurant for dinner one evening.”
We are very proud to spotlight Kaushal, 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.
Our Student Spotlights
October 16, 2026
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Shuo
September 25, 2026
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Chris
September 18, 2026
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Lilly
September 11, 2026
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Henry
September 4, 2026
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Elisa
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Soji

Spotlight On Our Student Soji
This week, we spotlight our fourth-grader Soji, who joined ISR in Grade 1. Soji is an energetic student with a positive and resilient personality. Ms. Morris, Head of Curriculum Development of Primary says that “Soji is a wonderful student with a bubbly personality. He is always excited to come to school and especially enjoys music lessons. It is a joy to watch Soji learn and grow at ISR!” He already shows leadership skills and stands out for his friendly in helpful nature. His class teacher, Ms. Voster adds “Soji is such a talented and humble pianist. He is dedicated and works hard. He is an avid reader and good sportsman with a great sense of humour.”
In addition to his athletic skills, he is a talented musician and has been making music for several years together with his family. Last year, he accompanied ISR to an event and performed there with his family. He showed not only great talent, but also courage to perform in front of such a large audience. His music teacher, Mrs. Bucher, concludes ”Soji is an amazing musician! Keep an eye on this rising star. He also really loves to have fun.”
We are very proud to spotlight Soji, 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.
Our Student Spotlights
October 16, 2026
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Shuo
September 25, 2026
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Chris
September 18, 2026
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Lilly
September 11, 2026
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Henry
September 4, 2026
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Elisa
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Linda

Spotlight On Our Student Linda
This week, we spotlight our eleventh grader Linda, who joined ISR in Grade 9. Linda is an intelligent young woman who is currently in IBDP Year 1 and aims to study Law in Germany. She is a role model for her peers and is recognized by her teachers for being kind, thoughtful, and reflective. In addition to focusing on her academic studies, Linda takes on leadership roles in the Model United Nations, SLC, and Mock Trials. ISR Student Life coordinator, Ms. Gander, says “Linda has been a fantastic student leader, managing the Lower Primary department in SLC. She has organized a number of events for our primary students, together with her team. She is friendly, positive, and a valued member of SLC.”
Also, her Spanish teacher, Ms. Hautz, is deeply impressed with her achievements and personality “Linda is one of the most caring, gentle, and reflective students I know. She thinks of her future in a solidary, intellectual, and creative way.” Linda’s fields of interest are very diverse, and she is highly committed. Last year, Linda supported our Head of IT during his summer camp, throughout which she demonstrated her enthusiasm, kind personality and leadership skills. Annika Poestges, Head of the ISR Marketing Department, adds “During an event, I had the pleasure of meeting Linda, who struck me as an exceptionally friendly and creative person. Her enthusiasm for supporting ISR in her free time was truly inspiring, and her positive attitude was like a ray of sunshine. Given her strong and positive character, I have no doubt that Linda will continue to thrive and achieve great success in the future. It will be exciting to see all that she accomplishes!”
We are very proud to spotlight Linda, 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.
Our Student Spotlights
October 16, 2026
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Shuo
September 25, 2026
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Chris
September 18, 2026
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Lilly
September 11, 2026
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Henry
September 4, 2026
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Elisa
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Hannah

Spotlight On Our Student Hannah
This week, we spotlight our first-grader Hannah who joined ISR in Kindergarten. Hannah is a dedicated and hardworking student, who endears herself to her teachers with her friendly and helpful nature. She always gives her best and is an excellent role model for her fellow students as she never gives up and works hard, diligently, and always with a smile. Especially during class, she shows engagement and dedication to all she does and actively takes part in classroom discussions.
During school breaks, she enjoys her time with friends and they value her strong and kind personality. Her teacher, Ms. Kilian, adds “Hannah is a good friend and always helps anyone that needs help. She is responsible and I can always count on her to complete a task. She always greets me with a smile in the mornings and gives her best.”
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.
Our Student Spotlights
October 16, 2026
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Shuo
September 25, 2026
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Chris
September 18, 2026
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Lilly
September 11, 2026
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Henry
September 4, 2026
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Elisa
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Lucy

Spotlight On Our Student Lucy
This week, we spotlight our eighth-grader Siyu, who joined ISR in Kindergarten. Siyu, who goes by the name Lucy, is an excellent and admirable student. She is conscientious and cares for her peers and is also dedicated to her academic success. She is known for her kindness and especially during her PE (Sport) class she stands out for her energetic, competitive, and fair play attitude, as seen regularly by her PE teacher Ms. Racheva. Her Social Studies Teacher Mr. Lillywhite says “In Social Studies Lucy is a bright light who guides other students with her enthusiasm and sharp wit. She has a natural curiosity that bloomed on the school trip to Rome. She kept asking the guides and myself questions in a way that demonstrated a genuine fascination and appreciation of many intellectual pursuits. Lucy is a joy in class and a leader in the halls.”
She is not only involved in the academic field but she is also involved in the ISR Environmental Club and also helping out in the SLOⓇ office. Her commitment, as well as her willingness to help are qualities that make her stand out. Finally, her Math teacher, Ms. Chroni, adds “Lucy has shown remarkable dedication and eagerness to learn, improve, and progress in her mathematical studies. Her commitment to understanding complex concepts is a testament to her hard work and perseverance. In addition to her academic achievements, Lucy’s unique personality sets her apart from the norm. She is unafraid to express her individuality and embrace her differences, which is a wonderful trait that will undoubtedly serve her well in all aspects of her life.”
We are very proud to spotlight Lucy, 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.
Our Student Spotlights
October 16, 2026
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Shuo
September 25, 2026
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Chris
September 18, 2026
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Lilly
September 11, 2026
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Henry
September 4, 2026












