As we approach the festive season and near the midpoint of another academic year at the Franconian International School, it’s a time for reflection and anticipation.
As we wrap up an eventful first quarter, we turn our reflections towards the achievements that have brightened our school community.
Two years ago, I found myself penning a letter addressing the heartfelt concerns surrounding the situation in Ukraine. Today, with a heavy heart, I write to you again, acknowledging another complex and distressing situation: the ongoing conflict in Gaza and Israel.
Our 25th birthday celebration is a pivotal moment for us to look ahead, contemplating the ever-changing landscape of education, especially international education, in our fast-paced and unpredictable world.
Welcome to the 2023-2024 academic year at the Franconian International School! Whether you’re joining us for the first time or returning to our community, we’re thrilled to have you with us.
As we approach the end of this extraordinary school year, we want to take a moment to celebrate the remarkable achievements and progress we have made together at the FIS. We are incredibly proud and grateful for the success and growth we have experienced.
School holidays are just a few weeks away! We can already sense the collective anticipation of well-deserved rest and relaxation. As we reflect on the school year that is about to conclude, we are filled with immense pride and gratitude for the incredible journey we have all embarked upon together.
As we stride confidently into the fourth quarter here at the FIS, we find ourselves reflecting on the completion of our IB DP and MYP assessments for Grades 11 and 12. Soon, we’ll be knee-deep in year-end examinations, swiftly followed by a flurry of report writing, collation, and distribution to our supportive network of families.
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.
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.
