Spotlight On Our Student Mara

This week, we are proud to feature our eleventh grader, Mara, as the ISR Student Spotlight. Mara began her journey with us back in our ISR Elementary School and is now diligently pursuing her IB Diploma, which she is set to complete in 2027.

Mara was nominated for the Spotlight by her IB Art Teacher, Ms. Henebry, who shares:

“Mara is an outstanding student. This term, she has immersed herself in architectural design, experimenting with coding, SketchUp, AI tools, interactive walk-throughs, detailed drawings, and even creating a 3D model. She is organized, reflective, and particularly drawn to the bold forms and structure of brutalist design.”

Her IB English teacher, Ms. McGowan, adds:

“Mara sets very high standards for herself, and it is a pleasure to teach someone so focused on personal growth. Although I have only started teaching her this year, I am already impressed by her resilience and determination to overcome any challenges she encounters. I particularly appreciate her contributions in class; she never shies away from complex questions and always shows a willingness to try new things. This positive attitude makes her a truly great IB student.”

Ms. Freise, who taught Mara in Grade 5 English, fondly recalls:

“It was a joy having Mara in my class. Her humor, intelligence, and sharp wit stood out even then, and it’s inspiring to see how much she has matured and grown since those days.”

Mara’s IB Physics teacher, Mr. Kirk, also praises her strong work ethic:

“Mara approaches physics with focus and organization. She manages her workload thoughtfully, plans ahead, and meets challenges with confidence. Her independence and consistent diligence contribute to a supportive and academic classroom atmosphere.”

Ms. McGee, Mara’s Duke of Edinburgh Advisor, adds:

“I recently began working with Mara as her Duke of Edinburgh Advisor, and I have been thoroughly impressed by her dedication and organization. She has set an ambitious and inspiring range of goals to pursue through the program, reflecting both her determination and her curiosity to grow. Mara is an excellent candidate for the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, and I’m genuinely excited to continue supporting her journey and guiding her toward a successful final expedition at the end of the year.”

We are proud to spotlight Mara as one of ISR’s many outstanding students!

 

The ISR Student Spotlight Project aims to highlight one of our students from the ISR-Community every Friday, who embodies our guiding principle “We Enable Great Minds and Strong Characters” by consistently surpassing themselves. Whether through outstanding academic achievements, exceptional dedication, or remarkable character traits – we take pride in having already showcased hundreds of students – and there is more to look forward to every week!