Spotlight On Our Student Hendrik

This week we shine the spotlight our 10th grader Hendrik, who has been at ISR since 2017. However, as he also spent his first four years of school at ISR, he is a beloved returning student. Hendrik is not only an excellent student and an avid reader, but also a very talented musician with a long history of awards for successfully playing the clarinet.

Since December last year he is even part of the “Jungen Bläserphilharmonie NRW”, a youth ensemble for talented young musicians in North Rhine Westphalia. In January the ensemble performed live on the WDR3 national radio!

Henrik is very friendly, well-liked and popular among his peers. His former homeroom teacher Ms. Shepard fondly remembers Hendrik and in particular how he was always ready to help. “Hendrik could always be depended upon to complete any job properly and responsibly. I’m delighted to see him in our student spotlight” says Ms. Shepard.

We are proud to spotlight Hendrik, 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.

Spotlight On Our Student Yuiko

This week, we shine the spotlight on our Kindergarten student Yuiko. Yuiko is a bright, active and inquisitive little girl and, whatever the challenge, Yuiko is on it! She is caring and always demonstrates concern for her peers, and this is what makes her so valued in the classroom. She is an enthusiastic learner who enjoys school every single day: you just have to look at her to see this!

“If you ask Yuiko to help create a story, that story is going to be full of funny creatures with strange powers that takes place in a world of rainbows! You will discover how creative, smart and funny she is. It was a real pleasure to teach her last year. She makes us all so proud!” says her former teacher Ms. Zahri. “Ms. Zahri is so right!” adds her current teacher Ms. Ramirez, “Yuiko is fearless, compassionate, helpful, well mannered, intelligent and still makes room to be so fun and silly. Mrs. Elena and I are BEYOND lucky to have her be a part of Kinder. Yuiko is a bright shining star!”

We are proud to spotlight Yuiko, 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.

Spotlight On Our Student Lea

Lea, who has been at ISR since Grade 8, is now in Year 1 of her IB Diploma Programme studying Maths Analysis and Approaches, Computer Science and English Language and Literature at High Level. Ms. Macanovic, her English Teacher, says “It is a pleasure to teach Lea as her creative contributions liven up the classroom. It is not often that we as teachers see someone her age with such a passion for creative writing and critical thinking.” Lea is currently exploring possible university studies in Information Technology and Bio-Chemistry.

Lea has also been actively involved in ISR’s Student Life Organization.®  Last academic year Lea served as the Deputy Head of Lower School, and this year is the Deputy Head of Outreach where she focuses her team on creating and spreading a positive atmosphere. She and her team are responsible for the wonderful spirit days each month and yummy bake sales.  In December she successfully led her team to celebrate the Holidays with a candy cane sale, a bake sale and a Christmas/Holiday spirit day. Her hard work, passion and dedication tell us that she has a successful future ahead of her at ISR and beyond!

We are proud to spotlight Lea, 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.

Spotlight On Our Student Yannick

This week, we are proud to spotlight Yannick, a Grade 3 student. Yannick has been with ISR since Kindergarten and is definitely the “reading star” of our school. No wonder his favourite place is the Library! His teacher Ms. Schmidt says “Yannick always has an interesting book that he is busy reading and is happy to share his stories with his friends.”

She also says Yannick enjoys creating and drawing with the other students in class, “Yannick is a hard worker and always does his best. He is a very enthusiastic and much-loved member of Grade 3.” Also, his former teachers fondly remember him, “Yannick is a diligent student who always tries his very best and it was a pleasure to have him as a student. He is helpful, kind and an inspiration!” says his former Homeroom Teacher Ms. Carolus.

His teacher Ms. Duenas also remembers their time together in Kindergarten, “It was a joy to have Yannick for 2 years in Kindergarten. Yannick came in only speaking German but picked up English really quickly. We have so many lovely memories together, we still greet each other in passing and it’s great to see how much he’s learned throughout the years. It brings me joy to see that he loves reading. Keep reading Yannick!“

We are proud to spotlight Yannick, 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.

Spotlight On Our Student Stella

Stella, a Grade 6 student, joined ISR last school year and has adapted very quickly to our school. She is a passionate and very talented horseback rider and speaks German, English and French fluently. Her teacher Ms. Adamczyk says, “Stella is a very polite and friendly student with a positive warm personality and a great attitude towards learning. Also, she is always willing to help others.”

Her current homeroom teacher can only confirm this, “Stella is a delight to have in the classroom. She is bubbly and always energetic.  Her kindness with her friends is matched by her wit in her interactions with others” says Mr. Browning. Ms. Brand, the academic coordinator for Grade 6, adds that Stella is a very dedicated and conscientious student who strives hard to overcome challenges. “She is a fine example of how one can achieve great things through hard work and perseverance” says Ms. Brand.

We are proud to spotlight Stella, one of ISR’s many outstanding students!

Our Student Spotlight project aims to highlight every Friday one of our outstanding students who is, appropriate to this year’s theme, striving for “extraordinary achievements” on a daily basis. No matter if its academic success, a special commitment, or outstanding character traits – we look forward to sharing each of these success stories.

Spotlight On Our Student Rafail

This week, we spotlight our first-grader Rafail who has been at ISR since Kindergarten. “Rafail is a student full of energy and an amazing athlete, in particular a great soccer player, always positive and friendly and ready to take on the challenge of games against older players”, says his soccer coach Mr. Baumann.

His PE teacher Ms. Racheva heartily confirms this and adds that he is also a very intelligent boy who always puts the team first when playing, never gives up when the going gets tough and knows how to accept both winning and losing: not always easy at such young age. “Rafail is very polite, is always ready to help his teachers and classmates. He is a role model and a leader with a smile on his face at all times” says Ms. Racheva.

Also his former Kindergarten teacher fondly remembers him. “Rafail has always had a mighty spirit. As well as being a football genius, he’s always determined to do his best academically and also socially with his friends and classmates. I’m lucky to have had Rafail in my class. Don’t forget your Kindergarten teacher! :)” says Ms. Ramirez.

Additionally, his class teacher says: “Rafail is an incredibly kind and motivated student. He absolutely loves to learn and is always willing to go above and beyond to help others learn as well. He is extremely observant and is always there to lend a helping hand to those who need one. 1C is very lucky to have him!“

We are proud to spotlight Rafail, one of ISR’s many outstanding students!

Our Student Spotlight project aims to highlight every Friday one of our outstanding students who is, appropriate to this year’s theme, striving for “extraordinary achievements” on a daily basis. No matter if its academic success, a special commitment, or outstanding character traits – we look forward to sharing each of these success stories.

Spotlight On Our Student Julia

Julia, Grade 5, hast been at ISR since Grade 3. She is a great soccer player and her former coach Mr. Baumann says she was one of the best female players he ever had. Her teacher Mr. Foy says; “Watching Julia play in my Gaelic Football club I see that she sets about everything in her life with the same passion, tenacity, and bravery.

She is incredibly open minded and undaunted by challenges, as she proved in our Grade 5 English debate as she overcame her nerves to deliver a strong opening statement. She is as committed to friendships and to her studies and as well as improving the lives of those around her.” Also her former English teacher Ms. Lazar says Julia is an outstanding student with a strong character in and out of the classroom. She is always enthusiastic about learning, even when the material got difficult. “It’s been a pleasure teaching her English!” says Ms. Lazar.  Julia is also a kind and caring friend, always willing to help out and doing the right thing.

We are proud to spotlight Julia, one of ISR’s many outstanding students!

Our Student Spotlight project aims to highlight every Friday one of our outstanding students who is, appropriate to this year’s theme, striving for “extraordinary achievements” on a daily basis. No matter if its academic success, a special commitment, or outstanding character traits – we look forward to sharing each of these success stories.

Spotlight On Our Student Mehul

This week we would like to spotlight our 6th Grade student, Mehul, who has been at ISR since Grade 4. His teacher Ms. Brand says: “Mehul is a very dedicated and conscientious student who is an excellent role model and a high-achiever. Mehul works extremely hard and is highly motivated.

He received the Outstanding Achievement award in Maths, Science, Social Studies, German and Music in Term 1! Well done to Mehul for his achievements and contribution to ISR”. Also his former music teacher Ms. Bucher still fondly remembers him and says “Mehul is a very hard worker who wants to be the best he can be. He is so polite and brightens up everyone’s day”.

We are proud to spotlight Mehul, one of ISR’s many outstanding students!

Our Student Spotlight project aims to highlight every Friday one of our outstanding students who is, appropriate to this year’s theme, striving for “extraordinary achievements” on a daily basis. No matter if its academic success, a special commitment, or outstanding character traits – we look forward to sharing each of these success stories.

Spotlight On Our Student Tim

This week, we like to feature the “Big Brother” of ISR, Tim, Grade 11.  Tim has been at ISR since Kindergarten and surely knows his way around our school. His teachers, current and former, find it is very special to follow a student for so long and all agree that Tim has certainly matured a lot over the past few years.

“I see him growing into a good example of an IB student. Open, critical, respectful, and getting there with hard work as well” says his teacher Ms. Zic. His German teacher Mr. Kroenke says “Tim’s current academic success in my German class can be traced back to the fact that even when he is confronted with stress and failure, he keeps being self-motivated and goal orientated. He does not shy away from tackling very demanding works of literature in his free time, which shows that he is at the same time open-minded, courageous, and persevering“.

Tim still has his playful spirit and gives back to our school community. The Kindergarten children LOVE having Tim come read to them on a weekly basis and he has recently become a “Big Brother” to a Grade 5 student in Middle School. Both of them really enjoy spending time together each week! As a larger CAS project, Tim has decided to work with “It’s for kids e.V.“ to support local projects for children growing up under less fortunate circumstances. Tim has a big heart, is always very polite, and is a true friend. His everlasting good mood is contagious and he always has a helping hand to spare.

We are proud to spotlight Tim, one of ISR’s many outstanding students!

Our Student Spotlight project aims to highlight every Friday one of our outstanding students who is, appropriate to this year’s theme, striving for “extraordinary achievements” on a daily basis. No matter if its academic success, a special commitment, or outstanding character traits – we look forward to sharing each of these success stories.

Spotlight On Our Student Dakshith

Dakshith is a wonderful Grade 1 student who always walks around with a smile on his face. According to Ms. Berg, his teacher, Dakshith stands out to his teacher and classmates because he is resilient in everything he does, always puts others before himself and is always the first to ask others if they are OK when they are looking down or sad.

Dakshith works hard every single day, is friendly to everyone and always makes the classroom look nice by tidying up and picking up trash. “We can always count on Dakshith and are so lucky to have him in 1B!”, declares Ms. Berg.

We are proud to spotlight Dakshith, one of many of ISR’s outstanding students!

Our Student Spotlight project aims to highlight every Friday one of our outstanding students who is, appropriate to this year’s theme, striving for “extraordinary achievements” on a daily basis. No matter if its academic success, a special commitment, or outstanding character traits – we look forward to sharing each of these success stories.