Posts by Tanya Bindra

Primary

The Bear and the Piano

It is always exciting at the start of a new unit to think of ways to spark curiosity or capture the imagination of our students. The planning stage for teachers is an opportunity to explore…
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In-House

Front Office Opening Hours

During the Fasching break, the front office will be open from 9:00 to 12:00. Emails sent to  will be processed as usual. Regular office hours (8:00 to 17:00) will resume on Monday, March 7. Karine Chaveriat…
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In-House

Fasching Picture Gallery

Fasching energy was at its peak in the FIS today! The corridors were bustling with dramatic costumes, as the scent of freshly baked Krapfen flooded out and filled the air. Fasching is the traditional German…
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Primary

Raising Awareness for the Uyghur People

In the last few days, your child might have brought home a handcrafted bag containing a flyer with information on the situation of Uyghurs in China. The Uyghurs are a Turkic ethnic community native to the Xinjiang…
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PrimarySecondary

Makaton: The FIS Learns to Sign

Have you heard of Makaton? This is an international sign language used by both students and adults to develop language skills. The spoken word is used along with hand gestures and symbols, ensuring a multisensory…
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