We started the year with great energy and excitement for what 2024-25 holds It promises to be a remarkable one, not only for our current students but also for our cherishedAlumniCommunity
Asyoumayknow,werecentlylaunchedourStrategyPlaybook,andIhopeyou’vehad the chance to explore this document and learn more about how we are moving forwardwithourplanstomakeISBanevenbetterschoolintheyearstocome.
Wearethrilledtoannounceaseriesofalumnireunionsandeventsthatwilltakeplace throughout the year around the world. These gatherings are a wonderful opportunity foryoutoreconnectwitholdfriends,relivecherishedmemories,andcreatenewones. We sincerely hope to see as many of you as possible at these events Please remember to sign up and mark your calendars, as your presence makes these reunionstrulyspecial
Reflecting on the past year, I am deeply grateful for the support and engagement of ouralumni,whichhasbeenamazingforbuildingastrongcommunity.Theenergywe sharedatSummerfestwasunforgettable,andwelookforwardtomorealumnievents thisyear.
Thank you for being a part of our community and journey. We look forward to seeing youatourupcomingeventsandworkingtogethertocreateanevenbrighterfuturefor ourschool.
Warmregards,
James MacDonald ISB Director
ISBNEWS ALUMNINETWORK
We are proud to share that our alumni network has more than 8,000 members worldwide!
Also, we are still basking in the excitement from June’s Summerfest It was truly wonderful to see so many of you together, celebrating and reconnecting We’re delighted to share some fantastic feedback from over 300 attendees, which helps us improveandmakeeacheventmoreandmorespecial.
To the Class of 2024, we wish you the very best of luck as you embark on your new journeys beyond our school. Whether you are starting university, entering the workforce, or pursuing other exciting paths, we are eager to hear about your future andareheretosupportyoueverystepoftheway Goodluck,andstayintouch!
This acad es to our communit teachers representi t ISB with greatenth ideas!
ISBNEWS
VIRTUALTOUR
We’reexcitedtoannouncethatverysoonwewilllaunchourfirstISB360°VirtualTour! The Communications team is now working hard to fine-tune the small details to ensureitwillprovidethebestdigitalexperiencetoallprospectivefamilies. This interactive experience will allow you to explore every corner of our campus from thecomfortofyourhome Ifyouhaven’tvisitedthecampusinawhileorcan’tmakeit for a visit anytime soon, this is a fantastic opportunity to see what’s new and relive someofyourfavouritespots Staytuned!
ALUMNIVISITPOLICY
We’re always delighted to welcome alumni back to campus and love seeing you proudly share this special place with your family. To ensure your visit goes smoothly, we’vepreparedanew AlumniVisitPolicy.Itwillhelpusensureeverythingissetfora memorablereturntoISB.Pleasetakeamomenttoreviewthepolicybeforescheduling avisit.Toscheduleyourvisit,pleasefillourthisform.
We said goodbye to the Knight and welcomed our new mascot:THEWOLF!
After a spirited election process where our students played a pivotal role, the Wolf emerged as the clear choicetorepresentISBcommunity
But why the Wolf, you may wonder? Known for its intelligence, loyalty, and strong sense of community, the Wolf perfectly embodies the spirit of our school. Just as wolves are dedicated to their pack, our students and athletes, across all genders and age groups, are united in their pursuit of excellence, teamwork, and mutual support.
“ISB changed me Interacting with people from so many places, as well as the great teachers we had and their perspectives, have a lot to do with who I am today. Also, thereweresomayopportunitiesaspartoftheschool,and withmyfamily,thatareirreplaceableexperiences.
NowIamahighschoolteacherandcoachbecauseofthe HSteachersandcoachesIhadthroughmylife.Iwaslucky to have great, progressive, teachers before we moved to Brussels, and then to have, essentially, college-level teaching and guidance at ISB. Teachers who moved me and made me understand what I wanted to do with my life.It’smywayofearningmykeepontheplanet.”-Roger Wachtel,Classof1980
“I've tried to explain this to others in my life - ISB was full of people who never knew where they wouldbeinamonthorayear.Soeveryonemade meaningful, long-lasting connections more quicklythananyotherschoolIattended.
ISB prepared me for my life as a serial entrepreneur - you have to make lasting relationships quickly Because of my experience at ISB, I've been more bold in walking up to someone I don't know and saying, "let's be best friends, and maybe make something together."EricLoyd,Classof1987
FORMER FACULTY TESTIMONIAL
“Working as a High School College and Careers Counsellor at ISB for 13 years and retiring there wasabsolutelyamazing.Mycolleagues,students, andfamiliesweresowonderful.Mytwodaughters receivedthemostincredibleeducationatISBand as a result of their successful enrolment in outstanding IB/AP courses, and serving as highly activemembersofSports,Music,Theatre,Student Government, and Honour Society groups, they received generous scholarships to several highly competitive,prestigiouscollegesanduniversities”
-MaryEllenCochran,FormerFaculty2001-2016
ISBALUMNITEAM THISISUS!
MeettheAlumniteam,yourgo-tocontactsforallthingsrelatedtoISBAlumni. On the left you will find Fanny Chan, the Director of Advancement, who oversees Admissions, Communications, and Alumni Teams. On the right, you will find Melisa Pérez, our Alumni Relations Coordinator, who is here to keep our alumni network vibrantandconnected.Whetheryou’relookingforeventinformationorwanttoshare updates, don’t hesitate to reach out to us at alumni@isb.be We’re here to help and keepyouconnectedtoourISBcommunity!
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GIVINGTOISB
ENHANCINGOURSCHOOLTOGETHER
Support for the ISB Annual Fund is an important way in which our global community helps enhance the ISB experience, year after year Your contributions help enrich our learning environment and facilities, providing students with the best possible education.
Throughgenerousgiftsfromparents,alumni,facultyandstaff,andfriendsaroundthe world, we are able to invest in a wide range of projects and programmes. These investmentsallowustomakesignificantimprovementsthatbenefiteverystudentand helpshapethefutureofourschool.
We invite you to visit our webpage by clicking here. To explore the different ways you can support the ISB Annual Fund and to learn more about the impact of your contributions,youcanalwayscontactusatalumni@isb.be
Thankyouforbeinganessentialpartofourglobalcommunityandforyourcontinued support Together, we can continue to make ISB a place where students thrive and excel.
