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Another phenomenal year for INKTOBER 2024 with over 1,000,000 posts on Instagram and worldwide! If you don't know what INKTOBER 2024 is, you can read the article below to learn more. What is INKTOBER ? Congratulations to our 19 students from both streams who took on the challenge! At FIS and in both streams, 19 students specializing in art took on the challenge, and seven of them provided 31 drawings in 31 days! Whether they completed all 31 days of Inktober or only made it

Reading excerpts from a prescribed novel, then imagining and writing the continuation of the story. These are the rules of the "Je Bouquine" Young Writers Contest , in which our students from 4ème have been participating for a few years. The idea is to help them engage in a creative writing project and long-form writing. The goal is to move away from composition topics related to the literature curriculum, which may seem too closely related to their coursework. Stimulating th

In my last piece written for Le Bulletin , I proposed that Intrinsic motivation is a necessary factor in reaching ambitions, arguing that for any student in a school setting, no matter the age, it is only when they find it that ambitions are reached and fullest academic potential comes through. Read the article on Intrinsic Motivation This did prompt some discussion with colleagues who felt that the key motivation could also come from elsewhere, like an inspirational teacher

At the end of October, in sync with the "spooky pumpkin" season, our students of 6ème had the opportunity to shine on stage during a Halloween-themed concert dedicated to some Primary school students. Each class put together a captivating mini-show, blending creativity and enthusiasm. The students presented their show in the Jardine's Lookout Auditorium, dressed up for the occasion, adding a festive touch to the event. With just four hours of preparation, our young artists w

Early October, the 4ème students embarked on a fantastic two-day adventure in the Ma On Shan country park Organised by the PE teachers and accompanied by the instructors from HKoutsider, our students from BPR and TKO came together to challenge themselves and face demanding situations and experiences during outdoor activities. Each had to draw on their resources, whether physical or mental, to push themselves beyond their limits. We operated in 6 groups of different skills, so

This year, our FIS students will be participating in the 24-hour race once again. We had the opportunity to meet Bryana, who is deeply committed to this great initiative. So, we took the chance to ask her a few questions to better understand what this race is about and how we can support it. Can you quickly introduce yourself and tell us what is your role in this initiative? My name is Bryana, and I am a Y13 student who has been at FIS since Reception Class. Over the past yea

What is Inktober ? Jake Parker created Inktober in 2009 as a challenge to improve his inking skills and develop positive drawing habits. It has since grown into a worldwide endeavour with thousands of artists taking on the challenge every year. The principle: a list of words for each day of October and the challenge of sketching a drawing every day. High school students from both fields participate in Inktober 2024. For example, on October 5th, the word was "Binoculars" Stimu

This inter-school educational initiative is open to members of the AEFE network in the Asia-Pacific and Oceania Zone. The principle is as follows: to wander through one's country, observe the surroundings in order to isolate a "detail" and take a photo related to one of the 17 SDGs, revealing the stark contrasts of the place, all accompanied by an explanatory text. The themes of the 2024 edition were: "My country and its contrasts!" and "Recycling and waste" for ESD (Educat

An opening season match with plenty of opportunities but no conversion for the boys … The football season is officially underway, and our newly promoted Boys A Grade team has jumped right into the action with an electrifying match against KGV in the HKSSF Division 1 championship! Under the scorching sun, our boys were instructed to conserve their energy for fast counterattacks. The first half was a whirlwind of near misses, as we created numerous opportunities but just couldn

Get ready to dive into the captivating world of science as we gear up to celebrate the annual FIS Science Week from 7-10 October! Science Week promises an exciting journey of discovery and learning for all students. Throughout the week, we will embark on a series of engaging activities and experiments designed to spark curiosity and ignite a passion for science. From hands-on demonstrations to thought-provoking quizzes, there will be plenty of opportunities to delve into the

On the occasion of the Moon Festival, the Mandarin department took students of 5ème D and 5ème E to Wong Tai Sin Temple on Monday, September 23, 2024. During this immersive cultural activity, our students were able to attend a lantern exhibition. Not only did our students experience the atmosphere of traditional Chinese festivals, but they also learned a little more about local customs.

When you become a middle school student, it's undeniable, you become a "big kid"! You have a schedule filled with many blocks, many teachers who teach you lots of new subjects, and access to a variety of new rooms, including the School Library (or "Ali Baba's cave" for reading enthusiasts). But entering middle school also means becoming the youngest again in "the big kids’ school". So, discovering this gigantic room with endless rows of books can sometimes be overwhelming. It

This year, we are delighted to welcome 10 new colleagues: Mme Qu in Mandarin Mme Depay in History-Geography M. Marmounier in Mathematics and Technology (SNT) Mme Bonelli in French and the coordination of French as a medium of instruction (FLE) Mme Prat in French M. Delachat in Physical Education Mme Chanard in Spanish Mme Deleuze in Physics-Chemistry Mme Hassaine in Spanish Mme De la Porte in the guidance service Mme Maghoo, Conseillère Principale d'Éducation After an intense

The entire University Guidance and Exams Department is delighted to welcome you back to school in 2024. The results of the Baccalauréat and IB 2024 were excellent, and our students left to pursue their studies around the world: statistics will be published in September ( https://orientation.fis.edu.hk/statistiques/ ). The team is looking forward to the new school year with enthusiasm, and is already offering a full program of presentations for our students and their parents,

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The start of the new school year in the History department got off to a flying start with Mr. Cabouat's invitation to the Lost and Found in Hong Kong exhibition, highlighting the contribution of Chinese officers to the Normandy Landings. Thanks to the commitment of two Hong Kong enthusiasts, Angus Hui Chong-yin and John Mak Hiu-fai, the students were able to enrich their understanding of local history and establish links with our programs, particularly at a time when commemor

Each month I will take a different aspect of the FIS Hong Kong strategy, and use it to shape some thoughts around my most recent reading from other educationalists and school leaders from the International School network around the world. My aim will be to provoke some ideas as to how as parents you can proactively engage with your child(ren) to support the school vision and mission at FIS. Intrinsic motivation is a necessary factor in reaching ambitions We always say that th

On Friday, August 30, 2024, our school organized an integration day for the new 6éme grade classes (french stream) , marking the beginning of the school year in a friendly and dynamic atmosphere. This event was co-hosted by Physical Education teachers and teams from the health department, the school library, student life, and the pedagogical management. The main objective of this day was to foster group cohesion and encourage collaboration among students. Through various fun

FOR BOTH IS AND FS STUDENTS - 4E TO TERMINALE/YEARS 9-13 Are you an avid diver who wants to learn more and also contribute to conservation of the seas? Mr Brady is organizing a week-long marine research trip during the October 2024 holiday (October 28 - 2 November, approximately.) Coral Reef ecology and marine research in Dumaguete, Negros Oriental, Philippines Organized together with Atlantis Dive Resorts and Silliman University in Dumaguete, the program encompasses coral