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Introduction to NJHS

At the British International School of Chicago, South Loop, we seek to honor the students in our community who have excelled in the areas of Scholarship, Leadership, Service, Character, and Citizenship. In the article, you will find in-depth information about each pillar of our NJHS chapter.

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Introduction to NHS

The National Honor Society (NHS) elevates a school’s commitment to the values of scholarship, service, leadership, and character. These four pillars have been associated with membership in the organization since its inception in 1921. Learn more about these four pillars of membership here.

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Seniors, Kemi and Simon, establish Walk In My Shoes

Seniors, Kemi and Simon, established Walk In My Shoes (WIMS) to address the issues that impact people of color in the United States.

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Ashley De La Rosa: Resilience, Racial Justice & Favorite Roles

In Nord Anglia Education’s podcast series, A Little Bit of Genius, student hosts chat with experts, record-breakers and changemakers from across the world. In Episode Two of the newly launched Series 2, our students interview Ashley De La Rosa, a professional Broadway performer.

Year 9 student Aditi with award at International Cultural Olympiad for World Unity

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13th International Cultural Olympiad for World Unity

Year 9 student Aditi recently placed second in the 13th International Cultural Olympiad for World Unity contest, performing in the instrumental category! Congratulations Aditi!

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Year 12 Students Found Eco Circle International

Introducing Eco Circle International, a non-profit founded by BISC Year 12 students, Chloe Y and Georgia S. Initially known as British International School of Chicago, South Loop “Student Sustainability Team”, they spent the lockdown transforming a school club into an international organization. ECI's aim is to provide education on the intersectional environmental crises and mobilize youth through a fellowship to organize sustainable initiatives around the globe. To learn more about ECI, you can visit https://www.ecocircleinternational.org.

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Global Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy

The role we play as educators shape the attitudes and behavior of future generations all over the world. We ensure that our students are educated in a way that reflects the world in which they live and instills the importance of equality.

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Virtual High School Debate Team

Despite the challenges presented by the pandemic, our fabulous High School debate team have had a busy start to the debate calendar.

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College Board Recognizes Village Seniors

The Village School is extremely proud to recognize some of its current Grade 12 students for being recognized by the College Board Recognition Program.

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Virtual learning presents opportunities to innovate

Early this year, learning all over the world took an unexpected turn as students and teachers had to quickly shift to virtual learning. At The Village School, many students began to ideate on how to use their time and talents to make an impact. Seeing virtual learning as an opportunity rather than a drawback, the following students came up with incredible ideas, leveraging the virtual space for continued learning over the summer.

Student Spotlight: Crocheting for a cause

Dana is a Viking with a very diverse set of interests. She is a two-sport varsity athlete, has a passion for art and is a bright IB Diploma candidate, planning to pursue Neuroscience in the future. Most rewarding of all her pursuits though is a non-profit she started called Crochet Children’s Fund. Through her non-profit, Dana sells stuffed animals she crochets and donates the proceeds to local children’s hospitals.

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Student Spotlight: Baking cakes (almost) too pretty to eat

At Village, students pursue excellence in all they do, even extending into their extracurriculars and hobbies. For 8th grader Charlie, his combined artistry and love for baking has him creating masterpieces almost too exquisite to eat! Many different Village Vikings have gotten to enjoy his delicious creations and he’s always glad for the chance to share. We got to connect with this ambitious and eloquent baker, and hear all about his unique gift turned small business.

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Student Spotlight: Going green with a new way to clean

A senior at The Village School, Anastacia Y. already has a fully-functioning business to her name. She is the founder and owner of Elcove, an environmentally conscious company that provides a variety of cleaning product capsules and reusable bottles. Elcove’s toxin-free products aim to replace the single-use plastic bottles often found in grocery store cleaning aisles.

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Q&A with Alum and Founder of Simplisimi, Clarissa

The British International School of Chicago, South Loop Announces Partnership with Startup Studio

The British International School of Chicago, South Loop (BISC-SL), a Nord Anglia Education school serving kids from Preschool through grade 12, is proud to announce its partnership with the Startup Studio, a Florida limited liability company, as part of continuing its ongoing global mission to bring real and sustainable change inside of education.

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2020-21 Re-Opening of BISC-SL

Today is the final day of the current academic year, and so we are now looking ahead and will be planning throughout the summer. With this being an unprecedented year, I am sure that your family has questions about the re-opening of the school.

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Bridging Graduation Ceremonies, Spring 2020

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Stanford-bound Senior, Divyesh Khatri, Named Semifinalist for the U.S Presidential Scholars Program

Congratulations to senior, Divyesh Khatri, who has been named one of 621 semifinalists in the 2020 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program. The semifinalists were selected from nearly 5,600 candidates expected to graduate from U.S. high schools in the year 2020.

Empowering Global Citizenship

The building blocks of every nation are the young minds that need shaping so that they can strive for a better future. Bringing in the expertise required, exploring countless options, enriching themselves with ideas and implementing them, are all part of a student’s life. There are very few institutions that are creating a space that exposes young students to new horizons and motivates them to go beyond.

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Vikings are Making a Difference

As we near the end of 1 month of staying home, our Vikings from every division are sharing encouraging messages and tips on how to continue staying safe and protecting our families and community.

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Introduction to NJHS

Introduction to NHS

Seniors, Kemi and Simon, establish&#160;Walk In My Shoes

Ashley De La Rosa: Resilience, Racial Justice &amp; Favorite Roles

13th International Cultural Olympiad for World Unity

Year 12 Students Found Eco Circle International

Global Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy

Virtual High School Debate Team

College Board Recognizes Village Seniors

Virtual learning presents opportunities to innovate

Student Spotlight: Crocheting for a cause

Student Spotlight: Baking cakes (almost) too pretty to eat

Student Spotlight: Going green with a new way to clean

Q&A with Alum and Founder of Simplisimi, Clarissa

The British International School of Chicago, South Loop Announces Partnership with Startup Studio

2020-21 Re-Opening of BISC-SL

Bridging Graduation Ceremonies, Spring 2020

Stanford-bound Senior, Divyesh Khatri, Named Semifinalist for the U.S Presidential Scholars Program

Empowering Global Citizenship

Vikings are Making a Difference

Seniors, Kemi and Simon, establish Walk In My Shoes

Ashley De La Rosa: Resilience, Racial Justice & Favorite Roles