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![ISB Student Participates in the Schweizer Jugend Forscht]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1725262107/basel/bq0bnwbnpxqkocpoupun/SchweizerJungendForscht.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1725262107/basel/bq0bnwbnpxqkocpoupun/SchweizerJungendForscht.png","width":512}])
ISB Grade 12 student, Ritik Singhal, earned a gold medal at the Schweizer Jugend Forscht competition for his innovative project on predicting deforestation patterns. Now selected to represent Switzerland at the 2025 Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair, Ritik’s journey highlights the power of individual action in tackling global challenges.
![David Bott Wellbeing Workshop]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1724240044/basel/pbr3uqgxmkqkh85edcfe/DavidBottWellbeingWorkshop.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1724240044/basel/pbr3uqgxmkqkh85edcfe/DavidBottWellbeingWorkshop.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1724240044/basel/pbr3uqgxmkqkh85edcfe/DavidBottWellbeingWorkshop.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1724240044/basel/pbr3uqgxmkqkh85edcfe/DavidBottWellbeingWorkshop.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1724240044/basel/pbr3uqgxmkqkh85edcfe/DavidBottWellbeingWorkshop.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1724240044/basel/pbr3uqgxmkqkh85edcfe/DavidBottWellbeingWorkshop.jpg","width":2200}])
Wellbeing is one of the key pillars of Vision 2030, our Strategic Plan to prepare students to flourish and impact their world. We started the academic year 2024-25 with an insightful workshop on Wellbeing for the entire ISB team, to ensure we all are well equipped to make sure every child and adult in our school feels heard, seen, valued and safe.
![Malaga Trip]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1719409954/basel/dnfhqmbc5vwk2v4qpbdq/Charity-1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1719409954/basel/dnfhqmbc5vwk2v4qpbdq/Charity-1.png","width":508}])
In just three years, our students have raised an impressive 16,500 CHF for charity with their businesses CMK Cards, Morning Mugs, and Finale Designs. We are incredibly proud of their achievements!
![Munich Trip]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1719410871/basel/rfusmjmvuaswpzka7yqp/MunichTrip.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1719410871/basel/rfusmjmvuaswpzka7yqp/MunichTrip.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1719410871/basel/rfusmjmvuaswpzka7yqp/MunichTrip.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1719410871/basel/rfusmjmvuaswpzka7yqp/MunichTrip.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1719410871/basel/rfusmjmvuaswpzka7yqp/MunichTrip.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1719410871/basel/rfusmjmvuaswpzka7yqp/MunichTrip.jpg","width":2200}])
Our students went on a two-day trip to Munich, filled with educational and engaging activities. From visiting the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site to exploring the city's rich history through a VR experience and museum tour.
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Grade 9-10 Spanish Language Students took a trip to Malaga to immerse themselves in the Spanish culture and language. Students were hosted by local families and partook in a number of cultural activities.
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For the third year, ISB has taken part in the Swiss Math Kangaroo Competition, attracting over 100 eager students from Grades 2 to 8. This event gives students the opportunity to engage with challenging problems, enhance their problem-solving and communication abilities, and cultivate qualities such as risk-taking and open-mindedness. This year, several of our students achieved remarkable rankings among thousands of competitors in Switzerland.
![Bikes for Refugees]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1717678198/basel/u4jaq2s5albnghbieemw/BikeforRefugess.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1717678198/basel/u4jaq2s5albnghbieemw/BikeforRefugess.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1717678198/basel/u4jaq2s5albnghbieemw/BikeforRefugess.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1717678198/basel/u4jaq2s5albnghbieemw/BikeforRefugess.png","width":940}])
Our Middle School students in the Bikes for Refugees Changemaker Activity developed their practical bike repair skills and showcased exceptional dedication. Last Friday, they presented the repaired bikes to refugee children at OeSA, sparking immense joy as the children received and learned to ride them. This amazing event showed the significant impact of community support. We hope our students will continue to embody the generosity and empathy they have demonstrated, leaving a lasting positive influence on our community.
![Justine Thébault-Weiser]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1716964280/basel/mlklmlry74cjhbtctzsw/DoE1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1716964280/basel/mlklmlry74cjhbtctzsw/DoE1.png","width":512}])
“Surviving and Hiking” In this article written by Grade 10 student Caroline, she describes the adventures and learning that Senior School students enjoyed around their Duke of Edinburgh’s International Awards practice journey in May 2024.
![Justine Thébault-Weiser]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1716901484/basel/jencpduf0nqfzza3lsld/JustineThbault-Weiser.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1716901484/basel/jencpduf0nqfzza3lsld/JustineThbault-Weiser.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1716901484/basel/jencpduf0nqfzza3lsld/JustineThbault-Weiser.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1716901484/basel/jencpduf0nqfzza3lsld/JustineThbault-Weiser.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1716901484/basel/jencpduf0nqfzza3lsld/JustineThbault-Weiser.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1716901484/basel/jencpduf0nqfzza3lsld/JustineThbault-Weiser.jpg","width":2163}])
ISB was honoured to welcome the Global Head of Compliance, Business Operational Risk and Resilience at Man Group, Kate Squire. During her visit, Squire shared some of her personal experiences working in a male-dominated field of finance, and announced the winner of the British Embassy in Bern’s Ambassador for a Day Competition, Ellie Tsai. 2 Grade 11 students sat down with Ellie and Kate to discuss the competition, International Women's Day, and future steps for the both of them.