Congratulations to the Class of 2019!

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On Saturday, 8 June 2019, ISA returned to Amstelveen’s Schouwburg Theatre to celebrate the achievements of the Class of 2019 and their milestone of completing the IB Diploma Programme. The grade 12 students and their families enjoyed a moving night of inspirational speeches and uplifting performances, culminating in each student walking across the stage to receive their diploma and officially become a member of ISA’s alumni community.

The evening included a range of emotions as students reflected on their memories at ISA and thanked those that helped them through their journey. The ceremony concluded with a reception, giving students, families, and ISA faculty and staff a final opportunity to celebrate the Class of 2019’s accomplishments.

Awards were given to the following students:

Award Winners 2019

The ISA Leadership Award

The ISA Leadership Award is voted on each year by ISA faculty and is given to a male and female student. This year, the award was given to Simone Appel and Jack Marsh.

CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service Award)

In recognition of his commendable effort and commitment to the service of others, Jake Raben was awarded the CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service) award.

The ECIS Award for International Understanding

The ECIS Award for International Understanding is presented to a student who has represented their country well, can speak at least two languages. Seohyun Kim received this year’s award.

The ISA Award

The ISA Award is given to a student who personifies the goals of the International School of Amsterdam, has a positive attitude to education across a range of subject areas and upholds a high ethical and moral standard. The ISA Award was presented to Charlène van der Kooij.

Simon Schilp Athletic Award

In recognition of their prestigious talent in the sporting arena for ISA, Ellis Huistra and Celeste van Petegem were presented with the Simon Schilp Athletic Award.