Journalism Teacher Jennifer Stevens Leaves AISB
Upon her arrival to Romania, Jennifer Stevens had no idea that she would spend the next five years building an internationally-recognized journalism program. Her initial plans were to work as a freelance writer while her husband, Luke Scholtes, worked as a chemistry teacher at AISB….
AISB Student Spotlight: A Look at Grade 5’s PYP Exhibition
After eight weeks of researching and planning, AISB’s fifth graders finally had the chance to take part in the long-awaited PYP Exhibition (PYP X), which took place around our entire campus May 4th and 5th. At this event, the students had the opportunity to share…
The ones the system failed: Two victims speak out on Romania’s systemic corruption
In 1966, Romania’s communist party banned the use of birth control and abortions with the intent to build a larger nation. This ban inevitably led to approximately 200,000 children being raised in only 700 orphanages that, for the most part, crumbled apart or decayed as…
UTCB students take on the ‘full-time job’ of running the university’s refugee center
In what appears to be a normal dorm room located in the corner of one of Universitatea Tehnică de Construcții București’s (UTCB) buildings, two college students get ready to start their day. This doesn’t consist of packing backpacks or finishing up last-minute homework; there are…
Four AISB Students Receive MYP Innovators’ Grants to Fund Passion Projects
Two AISB student groups have been awarded the prestigious MYP Innovators’ Grant—a recognition given to only 30 students worldwide. This grant will support the development of a device to filter microplastics and a platform to fight for the ethical treatment of animals. AISB’s MYP Coordinator…
AISB Teacher Spotlight: The Many Lives of Kirk McDavitt (aka “Captain”)
Lovingly referred to as “Captain” by his middle school English students, Kirk McDavitt is known for being “the cool teacher.” But it turns out, he’s even cooler than we thought. From baking, to firefighting, to writing a novel, McDavitt reveals some of his past jobs…