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In this issue
2 NOT AN ORDINARY SCHOOL
Custom-fit learning for all
3 DIVERSITY AS A CORE VALUE
FIS epitomizes the spirit of internationalism
4 (NEW) APPROACHES TO LEARNING
Developing skills to make knowledge more powerful
6 THE FUTURE IS ALREADY HERE
The role of Artificial Intelligence in how we live, work and learn
8 STEMOLOGY BLASTS OFF AT FIS
Students explore STEM principles through lunchtime courses
10 LEGO ERGO SUM
Why writing about “Why Reading Matters,” matters
12 BEES AND BLOOMS IN BOXES
Passion Projects at FIS
14 THE CLASSROOM JUST GOT BIGGER
Outdoor learning creates a strong foundation for all learners
16 BIG NIGHT IN, BIG SUCCESS
Igenemos remodic torpore rchitistis qua tatemquam, sequi nonsedi gnitiis
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A SHARED STORY FOR DISCUSSION & DEVELOPMENT OF PERSONAL ATTITUDES
READ - DISCUSS - SHARE - ACT
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18 DEVISING THEATER
An inside look at the making of a theater production at FIS
20 SAFE AND SOUND
Sharing responsibility for safeguarding students
21 WORDS OF WISDOM
Lessons for life through the Book of the Month
22 CREATING CHANGEMAKERS Design thinking comes to life in the Upper School
24 STAYING CONNECTED & GIVING BACK Current FIS students benefit from a legacy
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