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.
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Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Sam

Spotlight On Our Student Sam
This week, we spotlight our second-grader Sam, who joined ISR last year in grade one. Sam is a very kind student, who loves being in school. He always has a smile on his face and loves playing with his friends. During school breaks, he often plays football or kicker with his friends and enjoys his time.
Ms. Morris, Head of Curriculum Development of the Primary School, says about Sam “He joined ISR in Grade 1 and quickly made friends with his kind and caring personality. He always has a warm greeting and a smile waiting for everyone he meets. Sam sets a great example for his peers with his exceptional behavior, both in and out of the classroom. We are so happy to have Sam in second grade this year!”
We are very proud to spotlight Sam 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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September 26, 2025
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Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Raphael

Spotlight On Our Student Raphael
This week, we spotlight our third-grader Raphael, who joined ISR in grade 1. Since then, has stood out for his kindness and his manners. He has a great sense of humor and welcomes new students in a warm manner. Raphael is a hard-working student, who gives his best in class and is a great example true to our motto “It’s cool to be good”.
Ms. Morris, Head of Curriculum Development of the Primary School, adds “Raphael joined ISR in Grade 1 and has been a happy and wonderful presence in our hallways for two years now! Raphael is kind and dependable. He works well with his peers during class time and enjoys spending time outside with his friends. Raphael brings joy wherever he goes, and I hope that he has a wonderful start in Grade 3!”
We are very proud to spotlight Raphael 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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September 26, 2025
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September 19, 2025
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September 12, 2025
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September 5, 2025
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Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Keigo

Spotlight On Our Student Keigo
This week, we spotlight our fourth grader Keigo, who has been a part of the ISR community since last year. When Keigo started at ISR, he barely spoke English and had to put in extra effort during the first few months. He tried hard to learn English as a foreign language and excelled. By the time he finished third grade, he was already fluent in English and even assisting other students with translations. Keigo demonstrated great ambition and showed tremendous learning in his last school year – and across all subjects.
His academic head, Ms. Ghica, adds: “It was a pleasure to teach him! Keigo is already showing leadership skills and he enjoys leading projects and organizing different teams within the classroom. He is very talented in all subjects and has made fantastic progress in all areas of the curriculum. He is demonstrating important social skills and has done an excellent job of settling in at ISR.”
We are very proud to spotlight Keigo 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
September 26, 2025
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September 19, 2025
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September 5, 2025
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Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Kevin

Spotlight On Our Student Kevin
This week, we spotlight our soon-to-be ninth grader Kevin, who has been part of the ISR community since the second grade. Kevin stands out as a friendly and joyful student who is also extremely helpful. His passion is sports; for the past five years, he has been playing table tennis professionally at the TG Neuss Table Tennis Club. He plays in both the U15 and U18 age groups in the District League and even in the NRW League. He is extremely talented and has already received many awards throughout his sporting career. Kevin’s second great passion is music. He has been playing the piano and drums for six years now, though he has recently been concentrating more on his drum lessons. He has also won several competitions in his musical endeavors. He recently won the regional competition Jugend Musiziert, which qualified him for the state competition.
Besides his passions for music and sports, Kevin is very interested in languages and enjoys reading in his free time. Last year, he successfully participated in a TV show with seven other students from ISR. Competing against a team of German celebrities, they performed impressively in knowledge tests, puzzles, experiments, sports, and skill tests. Unsurprisingly, they won. Kevin continues to represent ISR in an exemplary manner and the entire school community is extremely proud of his achievements!
We are very proud to spotlight Kevin 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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September 26, 2025
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Zoe
September 19, 2025
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Alessandro
September 12, 2025
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Valentina
September 5, 2025
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Ramin
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Shahan

Spotlight On Our Student Shahan
This week, we spotlight our still second-grader Shahan, who joined ISR in Kindergarten. Shahan is a great role model in his classroom and stands out for his exceptional behavior and his kind character. He enjoys learning and always gives his best in class. In addition, he works independently and enriches the lessons with his involvement.
His grade 2 teacher, Ms. Duenas, adds “Shahan is one of the kindest students, who is very patient and understanding. I will miss him in grade 2, but I wish him the best in grade 3”. ”We already heard a lot of positives about him and are excited to meet him in grade 3. Shahan, enjoy your ISR Summer Break, and we will meet each other in grade 3 in August!”, adds his academic head for grades 3 & 4, Ms. Ghica.
We are very proud to spotlight Shahan 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
September 26, 2025
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Zoe
September 19, 2025
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Alessandro
September 12, 2025
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Valentina
September 5, 2025
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Ramin
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Emanuela

Spotlight On Our Student Emanuela
This week, we spotlight our seventh–grader, Emanuela, who joined ISR in 2020. Emanuela exhibits true ISR qualities by being helpful, kind and displaying her strength as she navigates her way in Middle School. She is exceptionally intelligent and participates regularly in classroom discussions. Despite these natural attributes, Emanuela has proven to be a true friend to her peers.
Our Student Counsellor says of her, “Emanuela is a student who, in the three years that I have known her, has shown significant personal growth in standing true to her morals and exhibits herself as a true friend to her peers. She is a student who shows pure empathy for others, and is an open-minded individual who is eager to learn more. Emanuela was also a recipient of the Middle School Anti-Discrimination Advocates Award by showing her courageousness in standing up against discrimination and bullying of all forms. Be proud of who you are Emanuela!” We are proud to have students such as Emanuela who embody the true meaning of our motto and allow themselves to develop “great minds and strong characters”.
We are very proud to spotlight Emanuela 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
September 26, 2025
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Zoe
September 19, 2025
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Alessandro
September 12, 2025
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Valentina
September 5, 2025
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Ramin
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Koharu

Spotlight On Our Student Koharu
This week, we spotlight our fifth-grader Koharu, who joined ISR in 2021. Koharu is a kind, respectful, and articulate student who is always considerate of others. She is motivated, hardworking, and gives her best in class. Koharu is creative and talented in the arts, which can be seen through her drawings. In her free time, she enjoys reading books.
Her academic coordinator, Ms. Brand, adds „Koharu has made a great start in Middle School! She is a wonderful student who has made excellent progress this year, especially in English and Maths. Koharu received third prize in the Kangaru Maths competition and was recently promoted in English. She should be very proud of her efforts. We wish Koharu a wonderful summer break and look forward to a great start to Grade 6!“
We are very proud to spotlight Koharu 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
September 26, 2025
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Zoe
September 19, 2025
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Alessandro
September 12, 2025
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Valentina
September 5, 2025
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Ramin
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Pedro

Spotlight On Our Student Pedro
This week, we spotlight our sixth-grader Pedro, who joined ISR in Kindergarten. Pedro is a very kind and caring student who is eager to help. He recently received the Anti-Discrimination Advocate award as part of a Middle School project where students stand up against all forms of discrimination and bullying. Pedro is not only ambitious but an intelligent student who always gives his best in class.
Ms. Brand, Academic Coordinator Grades 5 & 6, stated, “Pedro is our resident technology leader and has a great flair for the subject! He produced an amazing movie using Moviemaker in Term 2 and helped others in the process. Well done, Pedro on a successful year in Grade 6, and we hope that you have a wonderful summer break!”
We are very proud to spotlight Pedro 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
September 26, 2025
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Zoe
September 19, 2025
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Alessandro
September 12, 2025
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Valentina
September 5, 2025
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Ramin
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Rialda

Spotlight On Our Student Rialda
This week, we spotlight our third-grader Rialda, who joined ISR last year. She is a hardworking and dedicated student who loves to help and support her classmates. Rialda is characterized by her friendly nature, her humor, and her eagerness to learn. Although she transferred in the middle of the corona pandemic and could only attend classes virtually, she has done incredibly well in her time here.
Ms. Bucher, Rialda’s music teacher stated, “Rialda joined ISR in August with virtually no English. From Day 1, she’s put her best effort into everything. Rialda is very conscientious. If she does not understand something, she takes responsibility and asks for clarification because she simply wants to be the best that she can be. She is also very helpful and empathic, and she can sense when a teacher needs help carrying something and offers to jump in to help before anyone is asked. I am so glad that Rialda and her brothers have joined ISR!”
We are very proud to spotlight Rialda 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
September 26, 2025
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Zoe
September 19, 2025
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Alessandro
September 12, 2025
Student Spotlights: Spotlight On Our Student Valentina
September 5, 2025












