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By Julie Allen 
University and Career Counselor

Over the summer, students in our current Grade 12 classes have been exceptionally busy preparing for their university applications. Many participated in internships and additional summer programs to boost their chances of success.

At Northbridge International School Cambodia here in Phnom Penh, our Head Students, who also act as the Presidents of the Student Council (STUCO), hold significant responsibilities that directly impact our school life. They represent both the students and the school at various events and lead STUCO, acting as the face of the school and as the crucial link between the student body and the school's leadership team.

We recently held our annual IBDP Visual Arts exhibition here at Northbridge International School Cambodia. Grade 12 students displayed the work they have been diligently producing over the course of the diploma programme in the Auditorium.

Recently, Northbridge International School Cambodia Grade 10 students presented the outcome of their learning journeys at the Middle Years Programme (MYP) Personal Project showcase event. The event is a significant marker in the education of all MYP students as they draw on the knowledge and skills gained throughout the five-year program with an eye on the next step in their journey - the Diploma Programme (DP).

University application season is in full swing at Northbridge International School Cambodia. Having passed the United Kingdom's January 31st UCAS deadline, our students submitted 180 applications spanning 36 students to top institutions across the U.K.

The Northbridge International School Cambodia Choir had an extremely busy festive season at the end of 2023 and what a pleasure it was to lead them through this mammoth undertaking!

An IB education in the middle and upper school at Northbridge International School Cambodia is strongly focused on skill development, but not all of that development happens in the classroom. Activities and events, such as Model United Nations (MUN) offer rich learning experiences where students can apply their newly acquired skills in dynamic situations.

Climate change is one of the biggest challenges facing our planet today. It is a complex problem, but it is one that we can solve. And who better to lead the way than our future generations on the Northbridge International School Cambodia Eco-Council?

Student leadership plays a pivotal role in a Primary Years Programme (PYP) primary school such as that at Northbridge International School of Cambodia.

In today's dynamic world, student leadership has never held more importance. At Northbridge International School Cambodia, we recognize that developing leadership skills isn't just an option; it's a cornerstone of holistic education that prepares students for a globally interconnected world.

In a fitting finale to their first year on the Learn to Start program, Northbridge International School Cambodia Grade 9 showcased their projects at the Startup Studio networking night, attended by parents, faculty and members of the Phnom Penh business community.

On Tuesday, June 6th, Northbridge International School Cambodia hosted the PYP exhibition, a fantastic celebration of learning. The fifth-grade students demonstrated remarkable passion, commitment, and resilience.

MYP Design at Northbridge International School Cambodia encompasses many skills from many disciplines, and the main focus this semester for grade 8 has been woodwork.

Congratulation to the Northbridge International School Cambodia Grade 12 Visual Arts students who opened their end-of-program exhibition on the 9^th of March.

For those of you who joined us for the Festival of Lights you will have noticed a group of Northbridge International School Cambodia Primary students that were comperes at the front of the stage introducing each act. They did a fantastic job of joining the different acts together and introducing each one in such a clear and confident way.

Throughout the past 4 months, Eco Council members have worked tirelessly to promote sustainability and come up with innovative plans to make Northbridge International School Cambodia a more environmentally friendly community.