Posts by Claudia Walters

I am delighted to continue our exploration into the world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its impact on education and society. In this third article on the topic, I am honored to share the perspectives and thoughts of our G10 students, Emma Hey and Nikita Stepanenko, on the role of critical thinking in AI and its relevance to our evolving educational landscape.

Secondary

G11 Trip to Ingolstadt

G11 Business Management and Economics students recently had the opportunity to visit the Audi production plant and museum in Ingolstadt, Germany. This excursion was not only an exciting adventure for the students but also a chance to gain real-world experience in the field of business and economics.

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Secondary

G11 Trip to Madrid – A Journey of Discovery

G11 students had the opportunity this week to travel to Madrid, Spain, one of the cultural centers of Europe for thousands of years with an extraordinary artistic heritage. Applying their skills learned in the classroom, this trip allowed them to discover the world beyond and learn from it in a meaningful way.

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Primary

G1 Star Show

The energy in the air was electric as parents and teachers eagerly waited for the Star Show to begin. The stage was set, the lights were dimmed, and the performance began.

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Head of School

Debating the Impact of AI (part 2): The Power of “Soft Skills”

It is a cliche to say that the world we live in is in a constant state of change and it is vital that we prepare ourselves to adapt to these changes. Nonetheless, this does not make it any less true. As we discussed last week, AI tools will become a new normal in our lives, and it is essential that we are equipped with the skills necessary to thrive in this new era.

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In-House

Future Stage Concert Evening

The FIS Theater was bustling with excitement and anticipation on Thursday, April 27th, 2023. The “Future Stage” concert showcased the musical talents from numerous student performers, featuring a wide range of instruments including violin, recorder, flute, drums, and piano.

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In-House

Episode 3 of our FISCast is now available!

In this episode, we have Annabelle from Grade 1 sharing a story of her cat and her travels, and Gabi Jones (AKA Jones) discussing what it takes to act in musical theatre performances in London. Plus, we have some crazy wild-life encounters that you won’t want to miss!

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Head of School

Debating the Impact of AI: Highlighting the Need for Critical Thinking Skills in Education

In my last article, I passed on our best wishes to our G12 students who start IB exams today. Remember to stay focused, trust in your abilities, and take care of yourselves during this stressful period.
This year, one tool that has been causing a lot of debate in the education community is ChatGPT. This popularity has sparked discussions about its potential impact on education.

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Community

FIS Merchandise Shop – one week to go!

The FIS Merchandise shop is open – one last time this school year – until Friday, May 5. If you would like to see our range or try on for size, we will be at the FIS on Tuesday, May 2. Still plenty of time to stock up on T-Shirts in eight fun colors for the sunny weather and hoodies or jackets for chilly summer mornings.

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