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If Objects Could Speak – G1 Photo Exhibition

February 10, 2026

As part of their Unit of Inquiry, our Grade 1 students explored how reflection helps us improve. Through photography and short texts, they captured objects, friends, and books, then revisited their work after receiving kind…

Portraits

Niya, Grade 6 Student and Competing in the European Tennis Stage

February 10, 2026

Our Grade 6 Student Niya has achieved an outstanding series of results in national and international tennis competitions.

Student Voice In-House

FIScast New Episode: Understanding History Through Experience

February 9, 2026

In this episode, hosts Mr. Trimble and Ms. Walters are joined by G10 students Ayla and Elly, alongside South African teachers Mr. Nzimande and Mrs. Wilson, to reflect on a powerful panel discussion exploring civil…

Primary

G4 Connects With History

February 2, 2026

Our Grade 4 students recently visited the Germanisches Nationalmuseum in Nürnberg as part of their Unit of Inquiry, Where We Are in Place and Time, with a focus on Ancient Civilizations. During the visit, students explored…

In-House

Bully The Show: A Powerful Performance

February 2, 2026

The FIS recently welcomed Bully, a powerful one-man theatrical performance by American actor and writer Lee Kaplan, now based in the Netherlands. Drawn from Kaplan’s own life, the production has reached more than 30,000 students in…

Sports

GISST Swimming Success!

February 2, 2026

At the end of last week, our U14 and Varsity Swimming teams traveled to Frankfurt to compete in the GISST Swimming Gala 2026, and they delivered performances to be proud of. The U14 Girls team…

Secondary

G10 History Students: Civil Rights, Protest, and Personal Perspectives

January 26, 2026

As part of their current history unit on civil rights and social protest, G10 students have been exploring how movements for equality and justice unfold in real-world contexts. Last week, this learning was brought to…

Secondary

MYP Students Present Personal Projects

January 22, 2026

This week, our MYP students took center stage as they presented their Personal Projects—each one the result of months of independent inquiry, reflection, and creative thinking. The exhibition showcased the wide range of interests students…

Student Voice In-House

FIScast Season 4, Episode 8: Resolutions, Reflections and Room to Grow

January 16, 2026

A new year brings new energy and new challenges. In this episode, Mr. H gathers Luke, Greta, Lila, Harsh, and Ms. Niemczyk to reflect on fresh starts, bold resolutions, and the mindset it takes to follow…

In-House

The Allen Lindblad Digital Citizenship Award

January 16, 2026

The Allen Lindblad Digital Citizenship Award was established to honor Allen’s legacy in a way that reflects both his work and his values.

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