ISA Celebrates Kinderboekenweek!
From 7-11 October, ISA joyfully celebrated Kinderboekenweek, an annual event dedicated to Dutch children’s literature. This year’s festivities were a wonderful occasion that highlighted the importance of reading and fostered a sense of community.
The ISA Lower School Libraries were thrilled to welcome special guest readers to library lessons as part of the celebration, including from the Dutch and PE departments. This initiative not only enriched our students’ reading experiences but also encouraged respect for diverse voices and stories, showcasing the power of literature to unite us.
“Kinderboekenweek is a wonderful opportunity to connect our students with the rich culture and stories of the Netherlands, fostering a love for reading while deepening their understanding of our host country’s language and traditions. We hope to build bridges between our diverse school community and the Dutch cultural heritage through children’s literature, inspiring curiosity and empathy in every student,” shared Nathalie, ISA’s Early Childhood Librarian.
Across the country, schools, public libraries, and bookshops hosted a variety of events that celebrated the joy of reading. As part of the Kinderboekenweek celebrations, students practised the Dutch Kinderboekenweek song, supported by their families at home.
Overall, the Kinderboekenweek celebrations at ISA were a wonderful reminder of the magic of reading and the strength of our community coming together through literature.
ISA’s Sarah Grace Featured in Learning Forward
We are thrilled to share that Sarah Grace, ISA’s Head of Safeguarding and Wellbeing, has been featured in a special edition of Learning Forward focused on perspectives from international educational communities. In her various administrator roles at ISA and as an IBEN Educator for the IB, Sarah has over 25 years of experience facilitating professional learning with educators within and outside of ISA.
In the article, Sarah highlights the importance of ongoing professional development, which is deeply embedded into ISA’s culture by our dedicated Centre for Development, Learning and Technology (CDLT). Her insights into how professional learning enhances teaching and learning reflect our commitment to providing educators with meaningful opportunities to grow and collaborate. Last year, faculty members engaged in a cross-IB programme initiative to enhance their teaching practices through targeted thinking routines, demonstrating the powerful impact of shared learning experiences.
For a detailed look at Sarah’s perspectives on professional development and ISA’s wellbeing strategy, read the full article published in The Learning Professional Journal. Used with permission of Learning Forward, www.learningforward.org. All rights reserved.
