Taking Responsibility Together – Our Monday Assembly

This week’s Monday Assembly focused on an important part of school life: taking responsibility, having a voice and actively contributing to our school community.

First of all, there was plenty to celebrate. Congratulations to Haitham Albeiruthy and Angy Mamodaly, who have been elected as our new trusted teachers. They will serve as additional points of contact for our students, offering a listening ear, advice and support whenever needed. Thank you both for taking on this important role!

We also congratulated our newly elected class representatives:

Class 1/2: Isaiah and Noemi
Class 3: Lias and Olivia
Class 4: Paul and Nana Yaa
Class 5: Mohai and Nana Kofi
Class 6: Stephie and Karsten
Class 7: Kwadwo and Arcani
Class 8: David and Sarah
Class 9: Ruda and Matt

As class representatives, they will speak on behalf of their classmates, bring forward ideas and concerns, and help make student participation an active part of everyday life at GISA. We wish them all a successful and enjoyable term in their new roles!

Another highlight of the Assembly was the launch of our Climate Scouts. Ve Fredrich introduced the new initiative and gave students a first insight into how they can take greater responsibility for sustainability, environmental awareness and the careful use of resources at our school. The project is designed not only to raise awareness, but above all to encourage students to take action themselves.

And there was one more exciting announcement: next week, our new school dog pilot project will begin. Angy Mamodaly introduced Rocky, who will be coming to school for the first time and gradually getting to know our school community.

To make sure that both Rocky and the children feel comfortable, some simple “Rocky Rules” were introduced: students should approach him calmly, not crowd or surprise him, ask before touching him, and leave him alone when he is resting. Rocky should not be called, followed or given food. And, of course, anyone who is afraid of dogs or simply does not want contact with Rocky does not have to interact with him.

Rocky is a friendly dog, but he also has his own needs and boundaries. Learning to respect these is an important part of the pilot project.

A Monday Assembly full of new responsibilities, new ideas and new beginnings – and a good reminder that our school community grows stronger when everyone helps to shape it.