Top 5 Summer Courses You Should Think about Signing up for
Summer is already knocking on the door (thank God!). If you’re looking for an experience where you can make new friends, extend your knowledge, and gain university credit, here are some of the best courses to sign up to this summer break. 1. Oxford Summer…
A Look Back At This Year’s Rattling Basketball Season
Between February 28th and March 9th, all four of AISB’s high school basketball teams competed in CEESA. Varsity girls and boys both came away with first place trophies, while JV Boys secured 4th and JV Girls, while participating in an all-varsity tournament, got 6th place….
Celebrity Restaurant ‘Sushi Time’: Is it Worth the Hype?
a different type of sushi review. Describing the honest truth about a
The Personal Project: Tips from Current Grade 10 Students
The Personal Project is something that many MYP students fear when they enter the 10th grade. It’s a huge task that takes almost a year to complete, where students create a product, report on the process, present it, and write a report that’s between 1,500…
Winter is Coming: Top 5 Fan Theories for GOT Season 8
HBO’s Emmy Award-winning fantasy TV-show Game of Thrones just confirmed that the eighth and final season will be released on April 14th, 2019. Based on George R. R. Martin’s best-selling book series A Song of Ice and Fire, the show is known to be unpredictable….
Mental Awareness Week at AISB: What’s in Store for Students?
From March 18th through the 22nd, the Wellbeing Council is hosting a new and improved Mental Health Awareness Week in an effort to raise awareness of some really common issues: depression, anxiety, and suicide. “These are the most common conditions we see in young people,”…
Human Monster: Part 2
Sebastian studied the girl he was forced to kidnap and didn’t like what he was seeing at all. The bandage he had wrapped around Scarlet’s head was stained with blood, and she was curled in a fetal position, clutching a blanket. I was supposed to…
AISB Robotics Team Heads to Detroit Next Month- Courtesy of CEESA Victory
On February 8th and 9th, AISB hosted this year’s CEESA robotics competition. On a side note, AISB won. The high school robotics team took home the two most important awards: the first place award for scoring the most points, and the Inspire Award, which enables…
Q&A with Damian Draghici: Roma Musician and Politician
This year’s Romanian Week has brought some impressive locals to AISB–from a revolutionary architect and inspirational artisans, to the woman who illegally dubbed over 3,000 movies during communism. And on Friday, Damian Draghici, a famous Roma musician and representative in the EU Parliament, is speaking…
Debunking Romania’s Top 10 Medical Myths
Romania has a rich oral tradition when it comes to folklore. Throughout history, fairy tales were spread to entertain workers and to teach children life lessons. Superstitions spread quickly, and things like spilling salt was soon a symbol of bad luck. If a knife fell…
Q&A with Dorin Ștefan: The Revolutionary Romanian Architect
For some architects, their profession is about more than simply designing buildings, but unleashing their stored creativity into a product that betters society. This is the case for Dorin Ștefan, the well-respected and revered architect, coming to AISB this Wednesday, March 6th, to present during…
Mini Memoir: “When Winter Can’t Make You Smile”
*This “mini memoir” was selected from Chuck Adams’ 6th grade English class to be featured on our website. The assignment was to write about a memory in hopes to “communicate a larger idea about the human experience.” We think Lydia did this perfectly. About two…
ÎNTREBĂRI ȘI RĂSPUNSURI CU IRINA MARGARETA NISTOR. A DUBLAT PESTE 3000 DE FILME INTERZISE ÎN TIMPUL REGIMULUI COMUNIST AL LUI CEAUȘESCU
Pentru mulți cetățeni români, amintirile din timpul regimului comunist al lui Nicolae Ceaușescu sunt încă proaspete: oamenii stăteau la coadă ore întregi ca să cumpere o bucata de pâine, curentul electric era oprit seara, se transmiteau doar două ore de televiziune pe zi – în…
Q&A with Irina Margareta Nistor: The woman who dubbed over 3,000 banned movie titles under Ceaușescu’s Reign
For many Romanian citizens, memories from Nicolae Ceaușescu’s communist regime are still fresh: Standing in line for hours to get half a loaf of bread, having electricity cut off in the evening, and getting two hours of TV everyday – which consisted mostly of government…
Romanian Week Coming to AISB March 4th
From the 4th to 8th of March, AISB will be hosting a week dedicated to Romanian culture, where some of the country’s most well-known musicians, historians, physicists, politicians, architects and sports professionals will visit the school to deliver presentations and answer questions. AISB Romanian Teacher…
REALITY BITES VALENTINE’S PODCAST: PART 7
Hey, Reality Bites listeners! The 7th episode in our Valentines Edition is finally out! The story we share with you today is one of Mr. Alex Sota and his wife, Mrs. Bianca. They first met at a wedding in 2011, and instantly fell head-over-heels for…
REALITY BITES VALENTINE’S PODCAST: PART 6
Hey, Reality Bites listeners! We hope you’ve enjoyed your break. To wrap up the week, we’re bringing you the beautiful and inspiring tale of Mr. & Mrs. Whitney. Their story begins in the “concrete jungle, where dreams are made of”(New York), and takes them through…
REALITY BITES VALENTINE’S PODCAST: PART 5
Hey, Reality Bites Listeners! Thank you for sticking around with us! <3 Now, the long awaited episode…*drum roll*… the love story of Mr. & Mrs. O’Hanlon! All we can say is that the “biochemistry” between them will really touch you (: Notice: JavaScript is required…
REALITY BITES VALENTINE’S PODCAST: PART 4
Hey, Reality Bites listeners! If you’re reading this, then you must’ve really enjoyed our Valentines Series so far, huh? Well, let’s hope so; because after this one, we have another 5 episodes in store for you. For today’s episode of Love , we feature Mr. and…
REALITY BITES VALENTINE’S PODCAST: PART 3
Hey, Reality Bites listeners! We’ve finally made it to February break. As the Reality Bites podcasting team, of course we couldn’t leave you without content this week. So, to kick off the the start of this holiday, we bring you the story of Mr. Stanley…
Reality Bites Valentine’s Podcast: Part 2
Hey, Reality Bites listeners! In today’s episode we continue the “Month of Love,” with our second Valentine’s Day themed podcast, featuring Mr. & Mrs. Hughes. The couple have quite an endearing love story, that begins here in Romania. And when it comes to the proposal……
Reality Bites Valentine’s Podcast: Part 1
Happy Valentine’s Day to all our lovely readers! Whether today is a day full of flowers, or a day (and belly) full of chocolates (hello, bake sales!), we’re bringing you some Love Day Realness–with stories from AISB’s teaching couples. Today, we’re releasing the first of…
MUN Students Come Back from The Hague Winners
AISB’s high school Model United Nations (MUN) team traveled to the Netherlands during the last week of January, in order to compete in the annual THIMUN (The Hague International Model United Nations) conference. The event attracted 3,200 students from more than 200 schools around the…
Amnesty International Service Group Hosts Event to help ‘humanize’ the Roma Population
On February 13th from 8:10am-8:55am, the students from the service learning group Amnesty International are hosting an event in the atrium to start conversations on a controversial topic: the Roma population in Romania. There will be a guest speaker, Mr. Alexandru Zamfir Manea, who is…
Top 10 Instagram ARTISTS YOU SHOULD BE FOLLOWING
Instagram is a very popular social networking app, and many of you are probably already using it. The content ranges anywhere from cute animal pictures, beautiful photos of scenery, memes, posts from your favorite celebrities, and much more. And since its main focus is sharing…
AISB’s HS Robotics Team primed to compete on the world’s stage
Last weekend, our high school Robotics team participated in the FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) Tech Challenge Demo, a two-day regional-level competition, attracting 986 students from 65 teams throughout the country. Our Vampires proudly secured 4th place out of 35 teams…
What is the EU doing?!
Have you ever read the book, 1984, by George Orwell? It portrays an omnipresent, totalitarian government, set on controlling everything–including the minds of its citizens. People are constantly monitored: everything can be seen and anything over a low whisper can be heard. In this society,…
A Look at How Emojis have influenced the English language
Have you ever wondered where emojis came from and how they conquered our text messages? Are we communicating better or drawing away from words? How do they affect our culture and the English language? We all know that text messages are being used more than…
AISB Cafeteria Goes Vegetarian Starting Next Week
As of Monday, February 4th, the school cafeteria will officially become vegetarian. All snacks and lunches will include meat substitutes such as tofu, chickpeas, jackfruit, eggplant, and lentils. AISB Vice Principal Fiona Moss states that the change will take place because “meat is very expensive”…
Artists Touring the World in 2019
Are you planning on making 2019 one of the best years of your life? Well, you’re in luck. These six artists are touring around the globe this year (some are even coming to Bucharest!) and will definitely help to make that New Year’s resolution come…
South-Sweet, North-Salty: Chinese Regional Cuisines You Probably Don’t Know About (but should)
Chinese cuisine has a very long history, and is incredibly diverse. There is a Chinese saying that goes: “South-sweet, north-salty, east-hot and west-sour.” It means that the food from each region has very distinct flavors. For those who want to learn more about China’s regional…
Human Monster
October 2nd, 2013 The first monster that haunted Scarlet’s dreams was from a book called “The Angel’s Wings.” It was a peculiar fairy tale about a young angel boy, named Ectoras, who lost his wings fighting a gruesome creature who called himself: The Shadow of…
The New $1000 iPhone XS: Is It Worth It?
Every year around September, Apple releases a new generation of the iPhone. Although the company claims to have improved their products with each release, customers have noticed that these “upgrades” come with notable price hikes. Apple’s sales remain consistent due to the big number of…
RM’s Mono: The Album Everyone Needs In Their Lives
We all have ways to overcome stress, whether it’s crying, over-eating, or a common IB student favorite, procrastination. But there’s another not-so-toxic method you can turn to: listening to music. About a month ago, I discovered and fell in love with an album that not…
Blackout Poetry: Finding hidden meaning in the pages of old books
This is black-out poetry (a.k.a. found poetry or erasure poetry). You take an already existing text (section of a newspaper, page of a novel, etc.) and you black out the majority of the words on the page until you’re left with just a few –…
AISB Alumni Share Insight and Advice
Whether you’re currently preparing for (or, stressing out about) university, or if the idea of it is years away, being informed about college life is always important. The Bite connected with a few AISB alumns to get a few tips and opinions. Here’s what they had…
We tried 3 of the ‘best’ Asian restaurants in Bucharest. Here’s what we thought.
Have you been looking for a nice Asian restaurant in Bucharest? A place with a comforting atmosphere, good service, and most importantly, traditional food? Well, you’re in luck. We visited several of the purported best Asian restaurants in the city, and here were our three…
5 warm places to visit this winter break
Snowy winters are exciting, but the cold weather gets tiring after a while. If you’re looking for a warm escape from the freezing winters of Bucharest, below are some of the best destinations, along with prices and activities. Phuket, Thailand Flights: Thailand is a great…
Reality Bites Episode #1: The Personal Project
Welcome to our very first episode of The Bite’s new podcast, Reality Bites. This week, Niki and Mominah sit down with guests Jade, Gaya and Irina from 11th grade. As the tenth graders are finishing up their final products, this week’s episode discusses the Personal Project….
A Look back at the HS Girls CEESA Volleyball Competition
Last month, after three months of practices, the high school girls varsity volleyball team headed to Istanbul, Turkey for this year’s CEESA tournament. This was was their journey. Getting Ready for CEESA The varsity season started off by selecting 10 girls to be part…
Top 5 Budget phones to buy before year-end
Looking back at 2018, there were some great, cheap phones released on the market. Below is a list of the top five phones among them, based on ratings on popular review sites. Since these are budget phones, they will not perform as well as a…
Don’t Know Where to go This Winter Break? Here Are Our Top 5 Dreamy Destinations
Excited to go skiing and feel the frosty flakes hit your face as you fly down the mountain? Ready to relax by the beach and to bathe in the crystal clear waters and sunshine? Want to go shopping in any shopper’s wonderland? Well, regardless…
AISB to enforce strict uniform and hair rules starting January
AISB Director Robert Brindley recently decided to implement a new dress code that includes uniforms and specific hairstyles for both boys and girls. While Brindley was absent from school to complete his surgery in Vienna, he visited the Vienna International School (VIS), where all students…
2018 CEESA MS Boys Football Recap
Earlier this month, our Middle School Vampires hosted the annual CEESA Football Tournament for the first time in five years. All AISB’s teams participated (A, B, C and D), along with other CEESA teams from Moscow, Kiev, Prague, Skopje and Sofia. Some CEESA giants didn’t…
Stuff the Bus is back at AISB to support families in Berceni
The snow is back, and Christmas is approaching. Once again, it’s time for AISB students to bring a little warmth to Berceni. Next Friday, on the 7th of December, all participating students will stuff the bus with bags of food to send to the disadvantaged…
Should you be brushing your teeth before or after breakfast?
We all brush our teeth before going to school (well, hopefully). But have you ever thought about whether it’s better to brush before or after breakfast? In order to see which way AISB students cleaned their teeth, we sent out a survey. We found out…
Q&A with High School Band Cobalt Dream
A couple of months ago, high school rock band Cobalt Dream performed at the first assembly of the year. The surprise performance left us with many questions. To answer these, The Bite got to interview the members of the Cobalt Dream: Shahar, Mathis, Ozan, Nick….
American Thanksgiving: What are we Actually Celebrating?
Knowing what we do now, is it our generation’s responsibility to step up and change not only our own, but also the world’s understanding of this tradition? Like most Americans living abroad, today is a day that I miss home. Speaking to my mom on…
No More YouTube in 2019? #SaveYourInternet
The European Parliament’s controversial Article 13, created to prevent copyright infringement within the EU, may not only affect meme culture, but also YouTube content. According to YouTube’s new “SaveYourInternet” initiative, if Article 13 is passes, it “could have unintended consequences that would dramatically change the…
What’s going on with the Winter Ball?
In order to “bring our community together,” tenth graders Duru O. and Niki B., decided to plan a dance–AISB’s first Winter Ball. Unfortunately, due to lack of interest from the students, not too many people bought tickets. Some reasons have been: “Teachers being at the dance…
10 Must-See Movies to Watch this Fall
As the fall breeze and rainy weather starts to set in, what better way to spend your weekends than watching some of the most awaited movies of this year. Here’s a list of the ones you shouldn’t miss. A Star is Born Release Date: October 5th…
A Look at AISB’s First “Lunch Lounge”
Last Friday from 1:05-1:40, middle and high school students took the stage (or, atrium floor) to perform for their peers, during the school’s first-ever Lunch Lounge. MYP Music Teacher and leader of the event Courtney McDonald (along with the Arts Council), was very happy with…
This Year’s Later Sports Practice Schedule: Why it Needs to Change
Since the beginning of fall sports season, AISB students have been complaining about the later practice times. Whether it’s not having enough time after practice to socialize, not being able to get homework done on time, or getting stuck in rush hour traffic, students aren’t…
An Inside Look at Bucharest’s Street Food Festival
If you’ve been in Romania for some time, you probably know that within the city of Bucharest lies the world’s second largest indoor arena, the Romexpo. But did you also know that every September, the arena is filled with the city’s best food trucks? This…
“STUFF THE BUS” VUELVE AL AISB A APOYAR LAS FAMILIAS EN BERCENI
La nieve está de vuelta, y la Navidad se acerca. Una vez más, es hora de que los estudiantes de AISB traigan un poco de calidez a Berceni. El próximo viernes, 7 de diciembre, todos los estudiantes llenarán el autobús con bolsas de alimentos para…
,,Stuff The Buss” s-a întors, cu scopul de-a ajuta familii din Berceni
Zăpada s-a întors, iar Crăciunul se apropie. Încă o dată, este timpul ca elevii AISB să facă o mică favoare pentru Berceni. Vinerea viitoare, pe data de 7 decembrie, toți elevii care participă la eveniment vor face autobuzul cu pungi de mâncare pentru a trimite…
“STUFF THE BUS” REVENU À AISB POUR SOUTENIR LES FAMILLES DE BERCENI.
La neige est de retour et Noël approche. Une fois encore, il est temps que les étudiants de l’AISB apportent un peu de chaleur à Berceni. Vendredi prochain, le 7 décembre, tous les étudiants participants rempliront le bus de sacs de nourriture à envoyer aux…
¿EN QUÉ LENGUA DEBES DE ESTAR APRENDIENDO?
Un estudiante mira fríamente un bloque de texto. El sabor amargo del café permanece en su lengua, tus hombros caídos, tu cabeza golpeándose y tus ojos tensos por tratar de entender lo que estaban leyendo. Frustrado, el estudiante recurre a un viejo amigo, confiable y…
Ce Limbă ar Trebuii să Înveţi?
Un elev se uită rece la un bloc de text. Gustul amar al cafelei persistă pe limbă, umerii lui coborâți, capul îi e greu și ochii obosiții și nu înțeleg ce citesc. Frustrat, elevul se duce la un prieten vechi, dar de încredere, având numele…
QUELLE LANGUE DEVRIEZ-VOUS APPRENDRE?
Un étudiant regarde froidement un bloc de texte. L’arrière-goût amer du café traîne sur leur langue, les épaules affaissées, la tête qui bat la tête et les yeux peinés de vouloir comprendre ce qu’ils lisaient. Frustré, l’élève se tourne vers un ami de longue date,…
¿SIENTES EL SUEÑO DEPÓSITO? AQUÍ HAY 5 FORMAS DE CONSEGUIR MÁS ZZZS DURANTE LA TEMPORADA DE EXÁMENES
¿Te sientes estresado con la cantidad de tarea que tienes? ¿Tienes muchos exámenes y evaluaciones que puedan venir dentro de poco? Puedes empatizar, entonces, con el 75% de los estudiantes en los EE. UU. Que no duermen la cantidad necesaria por noche, que es de…
Te simți obosit? Aici sunt 5 moduri de a putea dormii mai mult în sezonul de examene
Te simți copleșit de cât de multe teme ai? Ai multe examene și evaluări? Puteți să empatizați atunci cu 75% dintre studenții din SUA care nu primesc cantitatea necesară de somn per noapte, care este de 8-10 ore (Fundația National Sleep). Din cauza acestor statistici,…
Vous sentez-vous dépassé par la quantité de devoirs que vous avez? Avez-vous beaucoup d’examens et d’évaluations à venir?
Vous pouvez donc comprendre les 75% d’étudiants américains qui n’obtiennent pas la quantité nécessaire de sommeil par nuit, soit 8 à 10 heures (National Sleep Foundation). Graphique illustrant le sommeil des étudiants américains par nuit. Source: ink.niche.com En raison de ces statistiques, nous avons interrogé…
CALENDRIER DES PRATIQUES SPORTIVES DE CETTE ANNEE: POURQUOI FAUT-IL LES CHANGER?
Depuis le début de la saison sportive d’automne, les étudiants de l’AISB se plaignent des derniers temps d’entraînement. Qu’il s’agisse de ne pas avoir assez de temps après la pratique pour socialiser, de ne pas pouvoir faire ses devoirs à temps ou de rester coincé…
PROGRAMA DE PRÁCTICA DE DEPORTES MÁS TARDE ESTE AÑO: POR QUÉ NECESITA CAMBIAR
Desde el comienzo de la temporada deportiva del otoño, los estudiantes de AISB se han quejado de los últimos tiempos de práctica. Ya sea que no haya tenido suficiente tiempo después de la práctica para socializar, no poder hacer la tarea a tiempo, o quedarse…
Antrenamentele de sport târzii al anului acestuia: De ce trebuie să se schimbe
De la începutul sezonului sportiv de toamnă, studenții AISB se plâng de orele de practică întârziate. Indiferent dacă motivul este că nu au suficient timp să socializeze, nu au destul timp să-și facă temele, sau se blochează în trafic, elevii nu sunt fericiți cu noul…
Lunch Lounge: AISB’s New Form of Student Entertainment
AISB has experienced many positive changes during the course of this year; and in keeping with the spirit of improvement, lunch time will be made more entertaining. Starting today, monthly performances will take place in the atrium from 1:10pm-1:40pm. The Lunch Lounge will provide students…
Se rappeler de 9/11 SEAN WHITNEY, ENSEIGNANT A AISB, PARTAGE SON EXPERIENCE DE PREMIÈRE MAIN.
Les événements traumatiques survenus le 11 septembre 2001 ont laissé des traces permanentes sur des millions de personnes aux États-Unis et dans le monde. Sean Whitney, enseignant en soutien à l’apprentissage chez AISB, a été directement impliqué dans la documentation de la tragédie. Whitney a…
Rememorarea 9/11: Profesorul Sean Whitney din AISB își spune propria experiență cu atacul terorist
Traumaticele evenimentele care au avut loc pe 11 septembrie 2001 au lăsat cicatrici permanente asupra a milioane de oameni din Statele Unite și a întregii lumi. Sean Whitney, profesor de suport al învățării la AISB, a fost direct implicat în documentarea tragediei. Whitney s-a mutat…
RECORDANDO 9/11: AISB TEACHER SEAN WHITNEY COMPARTE SU HISTORIA DE PRIMERA MANO
Los eventos traumáticos que ocurrieron el 11 de septiembre de 2001 dejaron cicatrices permanentes en millones de personas en Estados Unidos y en todo el mundo. Sean Whitney, profesor de apoyo al aprendizaje en AISB, participó directamente en la documentación de la tragedia. Whitney se…
An Escape from Reality: Gateway VR Studio in Bucharest
Did you know that there’s a virtual reality studio in Bucharest? Neither did we. To get a firsthand experience, The Bite tested one of the few places in Bucharest: Gateway VR Studio. A few weeks ago, we found ourselves in front of Gateway with a…
DIY Halloween Costume Ideas
Whether you’re attending AISB’s Zombie Run + Halloween Party tonight, or have plans for a party or trick-or-treating on Wednesday (you’re never too old, right?), chances are, some of you left it to the last minute and are without a costume. Fear not. Here are…
Japanese Food In Bucharest: More Than Just Sushi
When you hear the words “Japanese food,” what exactly comes to mind? Chances are your answer is sushi. It’s undoubtedly Japan’s most iconic dish, and for good reason. But Japanese food is so much more than raw fish and hand rolls. There’s yakatori (delicious skewered chicken),…
Everything You Need to Know About GDPR
Imagine this: You’re outside the Dean of Admission’s office at your dream college, waiting for your interview. Your heart is beating out of your chest and you’re trying to control your shaky hands. The Dean invites you in, you sit down, take a deep breath…
Memes Banned from AISB; EU’s Article 13 to Blame
On November 14, AISB will no longer tolerate the use of memes in school as the administration will enforce Article 13, the EU’s controversial copyright legislation. Article 13 states that: “Information society service providers that store and provide to the public access to large amounts of works…
Netflix Shows to Binge During October Break
Whether you’re traveling during the upcoming October break or staying in Bucharest, everybody deserves to relax after the stressful couple of weeks we’ve had. Here are some shows on Netflix that you can watch during the 9-day holiday: Friends (1994-2004) …
The New Schedule: Why The Change?
Most classes at AISB are now a staggering 85 minutes instead of the previous 55; and although it’s been more than a month, students still haven’t quite gotten used to the changes. What are the reasons for this change? Secondary Vice Principal Fiona Moss, who…
8 High School Actors to Perform “The Complete Works of Shakespeare in 90 Minutes” this Month
If you think Shakespeare is boring, the AISB HS Theater Department is about to prove you wrong. On the 25th and 26th of October, eight high school cast members will perform the easiest and funniest summaries of Shakespeare that you will ever find: “The Complete…
Vampire Fall Sports & CEESA Dates (Plus a short Q&A with Mr. Hughes)
The Vampires have already started off the fall sports season with some amazing football, volleyball, tennis, and cross country teams. But what should we expect from these athletes in the next two months? For answers, we turned to AISB Athletic Director, David Hughes. Find out…
CEESA Canceled due to Stolen Air Pump
BUCHAREST, RO — Security guards at the American International School of Bucharest (AISB) have launched a school-wide investigation after an air pump was stolen from the P.E. department yesterday morning. The pump is the only one in possession of the school, and its absence means…
Theories and Conspiracies Surrounding The Catcher in the Rye
The internet is full of crazy conspiracy theories about all kinds of topics. But today, we’re looking at some that pertain to the novel current 10th graders are reading: The Catcher in the Rye. Published in 1951, the now infamous book by J.D. Salinger was…
Ask Anything: Shifting The Mental Health Conversation at AISB
One-fifth of teenagers are thought to have a diagnosable mental health disorder, as reported by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Yet, a staggering fifty percent of said teenagers suffer in silence, never receiving help. AISB’s counseling department, in order to combat the stigma…
What’s Happening Next Week? Trips and Experiential Week Confusion Explained
For years, AISB’s secondary students have looked forward to their grade level field trips in September. This year, however, grades 7-10 were disappointed to discover that this year, they’ll have to wait until May. Why are only the 6th, 11th and 12th graders having their…
Getting to Know AISB’s Secondary School Counselors
According to DS Psychology Group, “Adolescent counseling is not only for adolescents with personality or behavioral issues, but for [anyone] who may be confused or overwhelmed.” Okay, so that’s pretty much EVERY teenager. But who do we talk to, and how do we make an…
The Internet’s Craziest Conspiracy Theories
The earth is flat, the moon landing was staged… the people of the internet have plenty of theories about our world. Ranging from Justin Bieber being a reptilian alien, to Melania Trump being replaced by a body double, here are some of the internet’s wildest…
11 Helpful Tricks I Learned From Running A Service Learning Group
The IB strongly believes in giving back to the community. For high school students, one aspect of this is Service Learning; and with the new year starting, a lot of said students are considering leading a group themselves. The only problem is: how do you lead…
Wrapping Up Our 1st Year @ The Bite
The MYP Design Cycle: essentially seeing the need for a product, creating that said product and then evaluating it. Students choose to make all sorts of thing–3-D fidget spinners, furniture, simple robots, even articles of clothing. But what happens when you decide to create a…
AISB Teaching Community ‘Devastated’ Over Anthony Bourdain’s Death
Almost two weeks ago, Anthony Bourdain took his life, and the news has formed deep wounds within the international community. “He was our guide, our teacher,” says longtime expat Erin Connolly. “International teachers live uniquely transient lives; it was comforting to know that we could…
AISB First Impressions: Insights from new students, for new students
In the 2017-18 school year, AISB experienced its largest student increase ever; and the numbers will continue to rise, according to Catalina Gardescu, Manager of Admissions & External Relations, who estimates around 280 new students in August. We all know that being a new student at any…
Top 5 Music Festivals in Romania to Attend this Summer
Making plans for the summer is one of the hardest things a teenager has to do. You want to spend time with your friends, but as we all know, it’s still important to spend time with your family. There are numerous things that you can…
AISB Humanities Teacher Joel Warren Says Goodbye to AISB
A few months ago, a collective sadness spread throughout the secondary school hallways when MYP Humanities Teacher Joel Warren announced he was leaving AISB. After five years in Bucharest, he and his soon-to-be-wife Patricia Khalil (Ms. Patty), will be heading to Shanghai to start a…
I Tried Sleeping for 4 Hours a Day. Here’s What Happened
Constantly, I find myself watching TV shows and movies at 11 pm, with several hours of projects and homework due the following day. However, every time I encounter this situation, I’m always aware of how foolish this is, yet I still find myself dismissing logic…
Mother Tongue Committee Forms at AISB to Celebrate Multilingualism
A few months ago, AISB senior Beatriz de Almeida formed what is now called “The Mother Tongue Committee.” The group now consists of ten high school students who, along with External Languages and Student Leadership Coordinator Kate Sorrell, are on a mission to increase multilingualism…
Q&A with AISB’s Future Director, Peter Welch
When Dr. Robert Brindley came to AISB four years ago, he said he would change everything. And by the end of his tenure next school year, he will make good on his promise. From a new early childhood building to a massive secondary school expansion,…
The World Cup for Dummies
The FIFA World Cup is the biggest, most prestigious and most popular sporting event in the world. In 2014 (the last edition of The World Cup that took place in Brazil), one billion viewers worldwide tuned in to the finals between Germany and Argentina. The…
Feeling Sleep-Deprived? Here Are 5 Ways to Catch more Zzzs During Exam Season
Do you feel overwhelmed with the amount of homework you have? Do you have a lot of exams and assessments coming up? You may empathize, then, with the 75% of students in the US that don’t get the necessary amount of sleep per night, which…
Top 5 YouTube Channels To Help You Study
Do you know how many hours a day that you, as a person of the digital age, spend binge-watching YouTube videos? According to DreamGrow, YouTube is the second most popular social media platform as of April 2018, and usually, people spend at least one hour per…
5 Ways to Simplify Your Task Management
According to Atlassian, the average employee spends 2 hours recovering from distractions in a day. Whether you also find it difficult or not, it is quite clear from the results that self-organization and focus are not the easiest things in the world. As we all…
AISB Teacher Spotlight: Bryan Parnell shares his passion for film and his students
AISB students have gotten more interested in the creation of movies over the last few years, and a large part of this interest is due to the work of creative DP and MYP Film Teacher Bryan Parnell. We sat down with him to learn about…
Surviving The Nepal Earthquake: AISB Teacher Micah Smith Shares His Story
Micah Smith looked out over Bhaktapur, watching the dust rise as people’s homes caved in, and the ground shook beneath his feet. What he didn’t know was that he was witnessing an earthquake that killed over 9,000 people, leaving 22,000 injured and more than 3…