ISA Partners with Trees for All for NECIS Cross Country

On 8-9 November, ISA hosted the NECIS Cross Country tournament for the first time ever at the Amsterdamse Bos and partnered with Trees for All to combine athletic achievement with environmental impact. With the support of our ISA community, this collaboration raised an impressive €2,675 to support reforestation efforts in the Netherlands and abroad.

Trees for All, a non-profit organisation, has been working since 1999 to create more forests, enhancing biodiversity, combating climate change and creating healthier living conditions for people and animals. As part of the initiative, all participating NECIS Cross Country teams contributed to reforestation efforts, with donations helping to plant trees and restore existing forests. Each participating school will also receive trees as a symbol of their collective effort for a greener future.

The NECIS tournament itself was a memorable event, bringing together athletes from international schools across the region. ISA’s Cross Country team excelled, with our U12 Boys, U14 Boys, U14 Girls, and 14+ Boys winning their categories. ISA’s Cross Country team also claimed the overall team championship! 

Grade 5 teacher and Cross Country Coach Ingrid reflected on the success: “What an epic way to end the season! Defined by outstanding individual achievements, a strong sense of team unity, and capturing the dedication and grit of this awesome Cross Country crew, each athlete pushed themselves to new heights. We hope these memories remind them not only of their growth but also of the invaluable life lessons gained along the way.”

This partnership highlighted the power of collaboration—between athletes, schools, and organizations—to achieve excellence while making a meaningful impact on the planet. ISA is proud to continue fostering a culture of integrity, compassion, and sustainability.