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The Bells That Still Ring
As the school year came to a close, I found myself returning to a photograph taken during a student trip to the Himalayas and to a line from Leonard Cohen’s Anthem: “Ring the bells that still can ring.” The photograph and the lyric prompted me to think about community, imperfection, loss, hope, and the importance…
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The Quiet Work of Understanding
One of the things I appreciate most about education is that, despite our different contexts, we often find ourselves wrestling with similar questions, challenges, and opportunities. Whether in schools, organisations, or communities, many of the conversations I encounter seem to return to a common challenge: how to remain thoughtful, grounded, and connected to one another…
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Learning Beyond the Classroom: Reflections from the Himalayas
This September, I had the privilege of spending nine days in the Himalayas with nineteen ISZL students and three teachers as part of our Personal Development Week (PDW). What unfolded was not simply a trip, but a journey into history, culture, resilience, and, above all, human connection. From walking the ancient trails of the Silk…
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Celebrating International Mother Language Day
At ISZL, language is more than communication—it is a bridge to identity, culture, and understanding. Multilingualism enhances cognitive development, problem-solving skills, and memory. Learning in one’s mother tongue fosters deeper comprehension and academic success, supporting additional language acquisition. Language plays a crucial role in shaping experiences and interactions in our diverse and multilingual community. ISZL…
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A Hanbok, a Friendship, and a Cultural Connection
I am grateful to be part of a community where our daughter comes home from school, inspired by her friends and teachers, eager to celebrate Lunar New Year. Yesterday, she reminded us of its importance and asked us to wear the beautiful hanbok her Korean classmate gifted her last year—a heartwarming reminder of the connections…
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Youth Forum Switzerland
Youth Forum Switzerland (YFS) 2025 at International School of Zug and Luzern (ISZL): We are filled with gratitude and pride for the 8th edition of YFS, an event that has truly embodied the power of youth to inspire change. YFS is a landmark event that amplifies youth voices and highlights their power to effect meaningful…
