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Rock Climbing at ISB

Rock Climbing at ISB

24. 4. 2023

Reaching for the stars... starting off unsure, then step by step, and finally at the top! Risk taking skills shining through during climbing lessons!


ISB Ball 2023

ISB Ball 2023

28. 3. 2023

Thanks to our outstanding ISB community for coming out in style for the Ball! It’s safe to say one of our core values, FUN was at the heart… A special thanks to main sponsor Energon, and all of our incredible bands including the ISB Goats, Dailia, Ritmo Factory, LOL, and Nathalie!

 

The International Mother Language Day 2023 at ISB!

The International Mother Language Day 2023 at ISB!

22. 2. 2023

We celebrated our diversity today through activities inspired by the ancient story about the Tower of Babel.

The students built towers that almost touched the sky while speaking only their mother tongues, year 4 performed the story on stage and everyone got to share their mother language today


Kindrergarten trip to VIDA

Kindrergarten trip to VIDA

15. 2. 2023

Trip to the VIDA science centre, a great time to explore together!


ISB Class of 2022

ISB Class of 2022

20. 6. 2022

Congratulations to ISB graduates!


ISB Adventure club

ISB Adventure club

19. 6. 2022

Look at these brave adventurers!
After 2 years when covid changed our plans the ISB Adventure Club finally did an overnight expedition.
They were tired, dirty and sunburned, but very happy.


ISB Band is rocking the world - Black G.O.A.T.S.!

ISB Band is rocking the world - Black G.O.A.T.S.!

17. 6. 2022

ISB Band is rocking the world - Black G.O.A.T.S.! Come to join us for one of our gigs soon!


ISB declaration about Russian invasion in Ukraine

ISB declaration about Russian invasion in Ukraine

14. 3. 2022

We are a school where children and families from all over the world come together in the spirit of respect and live and work together in harmony. We also teach our students that aggression and violence are never the right way to solve problems.

At the International School of Brno, we are committed to educating our students so that they become lifelong learners and responsible, engaged and respectful citizens of the world. We are a school for students of all nationalities, cultures, races, beliefs and religions. We are a school where children and families from all over the world come together in the spirit of respect and live and work together in harmony. We also teach our students that aggression and violence are never the right way to solve problems.

We consider these commitments to be essential not just for our school, but for all of humanity. Those in the wider world who are not setting that example for all children should be deeply ashamed of themselves.

We are worried and heart-broken about the escalating war in Ukraine. The aggression and violence brought by the Russian Federation Army violates the freedom and integrity of Ukraine as a sovereign state. We are especially worried about all the victims, families and children, who will be affected by the situation inside Ukraine, Russia and the wider region. We are also concerned for all Russian citizens who share our values, are against acts of aggression and for any reason are unable to make their voices heard.

Literacy lessons in Primary

Literacy lessons in Primary

6. 9. 2021

Literacy hour helps us develop our early literacy skills in a nurturing and positive environment.

Literacy hour helps us develop our early literacy skills in a nurturing and positive environment.

New Beginnings!

New Beginnings!

3. 9. 2021

Orientation to learning is in full swing! Last week our community focused on getting to know each other, developing a positive learning environment, and laying the groundwork for hard work!

Orientation to learning is in full swing! Last week our community focused on getting to know each other, developing a positive learning environment, and laying the groundwork for hard work!

Science at ISB

Science at ISB

12. 5. 2021

Congratulations to our Year 10 student, Martin Rada, whose Project on the Mpemba effect was awarded a Yellow Ribbon (superior) at the Vienna Science Fair. Martin’s investigation on why boiling water appears to cool faster than room-temperature water won him best in the category of Senior Biology/Chemistry projects during the online awards ceremony. Well done, Martin!


The Reunion of ISB Graduates!

The Reunion of ISB Graduates!

19. 4. 2021

The Reunion!
ISB graduates (2019) get together from universities in Canada, Holland, France, Lithuania, Switzerland, and Prague for an impromptu Zoom Reunion.


Student Passion Projects!

Student Passion Projects!

19. 11. 2020

Building something by hand, gaining confidence with professional tools, seeing an idea through the design process. Remi in Year 10 developed a lot of practical skills while following his passion for woodworking.


ISB became an SAT center

ISB became an SAT center

22. 6. 2020

We are proud to announce that the International School of Brno is now an SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test) testing center; the only one in South Moravia.

The SAT examination score is a key component of a standard application to colleges and universities in the USA and is recognized by university admission boards in over 80 countries around the world. Starting in the 2020/2021 school year, any student interested in applying to universities around the world that require an SAT score can come write the test at ISB. There will be sittings in October, December and March. If you are interested in learning more about writing the SAT at ISB, please contact us at info@isob.cz.

Our Kindergarten is back!

Our Kindergarten is back!

14. 5. 2020

Back to exploring our environment and learning in the classroom!


Message from the Head of ISB

Message from the Head of ISB

19. 4. 2020

Dear ISB Parents, Students and Colleagues,
It has only been a few weeks since I last contacted you about the current situation at school in regard to the measures to prevent spread of Covid-19. - read more

Since then, our world, our families, our school, our lives and society have been exposed to unprecedented change and uncertainty. The global pandemic has forced us to end full-time classes and start working differently in many ways. At least for now. I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your support, cooperation and patience and to inform you about the current situation and the outlook for the coming weeks.
 

- As of Monday, April 20, the premises of the kindergarten and Year 1 have been reopened as a result of an amendment to the Brno City Council decision. At the same time, on-line education for these students has been canceled and many (hygiene) measures have been introduced. These will be adjusted as we become familiar with the needs of the situation.

- The tentative date announced by the government as a plan for reopening of Primary classes (Year 2 to Year 6 for us) is May 25th. The Ministry of Education should issue guidelines on how teaching should or could work and we will comply with them according to our actual situation.

- There are several scenarios being discussed for the reopening of secondary and high school; we will inform you about the situation.

- The visit of the IB Accreditation Team for Primary (PYP program), which was originally planned for April, is postponed to October 2020. We think that as a school we are well prepared for this visit.

Our Diploma Programme students have now just about completed their studies. Although IB Diploma exams have been canceled this year, IB diplomas will still be issued based on coursework marks, predicted grades and subject grades.

 

Teaching at each level has its specific challenges and each age group is able to work independently in different ways. Our students have different needs when their learning is not under the direct supervision of teachers. Of course, we have had to fine-tune the program (and will continue to do so) to be as effective and motivating as possible.

 

Overall, I am extremely proud of how our school, our students, their parents and our teachers have dealt with the situation. I think it is clear that the responsible attitude of our students and teachers is absolutely exemplary and in line with the organization of online teaching in this crisis time of the best international schools in the world. The speed with which our teachers have adapted to such a fundamental and sudden change is admirable and I greatly appreciate their work.

 

Our students' families are also doing a great job. Parents, siblings, grandmothers and grandfathers are all involved in some form of online learning. We appreciate it very much. Thank you all for your time and energy spent teaching and learning at home, for supporting your children, our students. Without you and your support, this would not have been possible. We believe that in spite of all the disadvantages this time brings, the experience of online learning will be one of the more positive aspects.

 

THANK YOU for supporting us in this difficult time. Thank you for being positive, patient and loyal to the school. Thank you for alerting us to errors we cannot avoid and giving us feedback. For us all, it really means a lot. We think that it shows how stable the school is and that we are courageous. We look forward to returning to coming together again and further cooperation with you and your children.

 

Best regards,

 

Jan Švihálek


Learning at ISB continues!

Learning at ISB continues!

13. 3. 2020

Even with the new restrictions, classes continue and some students are joined by cuddly companions!


Another successful ISB Charity Quiz Night!

Another successful ISB Charity Quiz Night!

12. 2. 2020

It was our biggest quiz yet with over 150 participants. We would like to thank everyone who made this evening such a fun opportunity, including all of our wonderful sponsors, Mr. Tynan and his team. The funds raised will help our students continue the monthly soup kitchen supporting those in need.


CAS project presentations

CAS project presentations

22. 1. 2020

IB students have to complete a 'CAS' project as part of their diploma. The project must be at least a week long, be collaborative and have at least one strand of CAS, Creativity, Activity and Service.

This year our students completed 3 different group projects: building a barefoot path for a Special Needs Camp in Jizbice, creating a Yearbook for ISB, and a Polar Expedition to the North Pole!!!
 

Global Perspectives

Global Perspectives

16. 12. 2019

In global perspectives, we talk about circular economies in addition to traditions. So after our pumpkin carving, we cleaned, prepared, and cooked the edible rests. We froze the soup and thawed it in time for our monthly soup kitchen.

Over 40 jars were shared with the community, which would have otherwise been thrown out, thanks to this circular perspective.

Students Visited Czech TV studios

Students Visited Czech TV studios

2. 12. 2019

Year 5 and 6 students visited Česká Televise to inquire into the important role TV plays in sharing information and helping people across the globe connect through media and technological advances. What an exciting way to spend World Television Day!


Velvet Revolution

Velvet Revolution

18. 11. 2019

This weekend, Czechs and Slovaks commemorate November 17, 1989, the beginning of the Velvet Revolution. Czech studies students worked with different sources and completed tasks to learn more about this important date in modern history.


Virtual Reality

Virtual Reality

30. 10. 2019

Year 6 students explored The Big Cypress Indian Reserve in virtual reality (VR) and learned about the migration of the Seminole tribe. Where would VR take you?


Open Day in KG

Open Day in KG

30. 10. 2019

The International School of Brno invites you to Kindergarten Open Day!

Our teachers are looking forward to meeting you and showing you how we teach and learn at the only internationally accredited school in South Moravia. Come and experience our friendly and inspiring school!

Primary Summative Share

Primary Summative Share

29. 10. 2019

What should be considered when designing your dream home? Year 3 students reflect and share their thinking.


Berlin Trip

Berlin Trip

25. 10. 2019

Students reflecting on how their present and future is impacted by the fall of the iron curtain 30 years ago, honoring the importance of freedom for their lives at the East Side Gallery, Berlin.


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