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Halloween Fun at ISA
With October rolling around once again, it’s time to get back
into the Halloween spirit. Whether that means roaming the
streets in a creepy costume, or watching some spine-chilling
movies with comrades, Halloween is a day where people of all
ages can come together to enjoy some fearsome get-ups and
spooky stories. And no one can forget the fun of trick-or-treating
among friends! But Halloween can also be a daunting time for
some. “What costume should I wear?”, “What movie should I
watch?”, and even “Where did Halloween come from?” are
questions that many are certainly pondering at this moment. But
have no fear, because the Voice is here to get you through
this ghoulish holiday. Read on if you dare...
First, some background. Halloween actually dates back over
2000 years to a Celtic festival in Scotland, which, unsurprisingly,
involved ghosts. But this ritual was far from the Halloween that
we know and love today. In the early days of the holiday,
celebrators would put out food to appease ghosts, which were
thought to emerge from the dead on October 31st. This
eventually led to the trick-or-treating of today. However, these
people were so scared of ghosts that they even dressed up in
elaborate costumes, in hopes of being mistaken as fellow
ghouls. This tradition is clearly seen in the myriad of costumes
which form the basis of modern Halloween.
Now, you may want to know how to impress your friends with a
great costume this Halloween. Besides, picking out the perfect
Halloween costume and getting dressed up is — aside from the
candy — most people’s favorite part of the holiday. When
dressing up, be yourself. Pick a costume that suits you and your
interests, while also embodying the creepy nature of Halloween.
And while a vast number of costumes are available for purchase,
don’t be shy about making your own costume and adding the
personal touches that will make it great.
You may also want to know which movie to watch during the
holiday. The perfect Halloween film is usually the perfect blend
of creepy, funny and adventurous that your friends will love.
Some good picks include the enchanting and spooky
Nightmare Before Christmas, the spooky, kooky
A d d a m s F a m i l y a n d t h e c l a s s i c Yo u n g
Frankenstein.
Of course, having covered all the basics of Halloween, you may
be wondering what to do on the big night. If so, you’ll be happy
to know about the plethora of activities organized by ISA and
local clubs. For starters, every year ISA organizes a Trick-or-Treat
trail in the suburb of Amstelveen near the school. Not only do
families from ISA give treats, but Dutch families happily
contribute to the evening. Children follow the trail and stop by
houses to collect tasty treats. Sign-ups should open soon.
Otherwise, for Kindergarten and 1st Grade students, the PTA has
organized spooky storytelling session on the 31st of October.
Finally, HealthCity in Amstelveen is organizing a Halloween
party that younger ISA students are welcome to attend.
You’re now well prepared to face this Halloween with an arsenal
of creepy costumes, exciting movies, and great historical facts.
By Ari Economon, Roos Creyghton and Clara Fast
Photos courtesy of Aaron Lam and Anna Economon
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Editor’s Note
Dear ISA,
The summer has officially ended, and that means
that the 2015-16 school year has begun! Walking
around the halls on my first week back, I met
countless new staff members, students and
families who have only served to enrichen the ISA
experience for me, and I hope all “veteran”
community members feel the same way. To new
members of our community, I hope that ISA proves
to be a welcoming home, where you will make
friends, grow, and of course, learn.
The new school year also brings new challenges to
ISA. These range from our youngest students in
the Early Childhood Program, who have just
started school, to our 11th graders, who have
begun their two year marathon through the DP,
and the 12th grade, who will of course take their
final exams in May. To all those who are
embarking on new journeys, good luck.
Who We Are...
Voice is the International School of Amsterdam’s upper
school student publication. We are grade 6-12 students who
meet each week at lunch on Thursdays for publication
planning and development – there is no journalism class that
supports the project. We commit our time and energy to
support our school, our community, and our own growth as
thinkers and writers.
We welcome your letters. We welcome your article contributions. We welcome
corrections that you wish to alert us to. Send all communications to Ms. Sabine
Henrichsen-Schrembs (shenrichsen@isa.nl), the project faculty advisor, Editor-inChief Ari Economon (areconomon@isa.nl), or drop a note into the Voice
“suggestion/question” box outside room 189.
Of course, a new year is also an opportunity; to
try new things, meet new people, and leave your
comfort zone for good. So, if at all possible, I
encourage everyone to try something new this
year, be it joining a club, playing a sport, or even
something as basic as learning the names of
everyone in your grade. In the words of author E.E
Cummings, “It takes courage to grow up and
become who you really are.”
Finally, a new year means a whole new season of
the Voice, and this edition is a great one. From
the front page Halloween extravaganza to the
informative articles of several CAS representatives,
this issue has no shortage of thoughts to get you
through the duller parts of your day. It is also
great to see that most of our authors are new, and
have done a great job of acclimatising to the
Voice.
To conclude, try out some new experiences, meet
new people, and learn some things along the way.
Have a great year,
Ari Economon
Editor-in-Chief
Voice Team:
Leah, Rena, Moses, Gabriele, Clara, Rania, Trinabh, Evie, PB, Ari (editor-in-chief), Robert, Roos, Lisa and Luca
(senior layout).
Want to improve your writing? Report on ISA issues and events? Get your name in the paper? If, so join
Voice! Meetings for 2015 are every Thursday at lunch, and we welcome any new applicants from grade
6-12. Remember, you can also send in specific articles to Ari Economon or Sabine Henrichsen-Schrembs.
Voice is published on 100% post-consumer waste recycled paper, by MultiCopy of Amstelveen
(www.multicopy.nl/Amstelveen).
We ask our community to join us in a “read and share” approach. Once you have read an issue of
Voice, if you do not wish to keep the edition, return it to the Voice display rack outside room 189 so
others may read it. This is environmentally and fiscally responsible.
Voice is available as a digital download (PDF) on upper school Final Site link.
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Back To School
It’s October, and in around two months, we will
no longer be writing 2015 in our books.
Summer has faded from our realities, and
we’re back in the game. Mostly. Having started
each school year at ISA for the past seven
years, it has become clear to me that no school
year is alike. Some years, the summer seems
perpetual, endless. In others it is whisked away
by activities and schoolwork. This year, I
couldn’t tell. Perhaps this is just an indication
that I’ve grown immune to starting school, but I
don’t think that’s the case.
The school has gotten bigger, and there has
been an influx of students and teachers in the
school. And even though we have over a
thousand students on campus, the community
is stronger than ever. The Student Ambassador
team has grown exponentially, and new
students have been settling in easier and
easier. Which is why now is the best time to get
involved since the beginning of the Ambassador
program. The student Ambassador group
functions year round, and is made up of a
group of people who are dedicated to making
the transition from a student’s old school into
ISA.
maybe one day you’ll be borrowing their card!
(Editor’s Note: Currently borrowing Evie’s card.)
By Evie M. Portier
But what qualities do you need to be an
ambassador?
Firstly, any student wanting to be an
ambassador needs to be ready to answer
simple questions about the school. Questions
such as “Where is the gym?” or “How many
blocks are there in a day?” should be in your
sheath and ready to use. You also always have
to try and be positive. Some students might not
be completely happy with the change that they
have gone through, and it would be your
responsibility to make sure that their transition
is as easy as possible. Finally, you have to
prioritize. If a new student needs you, consider
skipping your daily lunchtime routine to help
them learn how to use the printer. Who knows,
Welcome back to school everyone!
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New Staff Member Joins ISA
Ms. Harth - I really like IT and digital design,
those are my favorite subjects.
Leah - What do you plan to bring to the school?
Ms. Harth - One of the things I really want to do is
to try to meet as many students students as I can.
It is easier to make things work for the students
of the school.
Leah - Why do you want to be the assistant
principal?
Ms. Harth - Because it’s different and no day is
like the other. I get to meet lots of people like
you.
Photo of Luca Santarelli
The new school year has just started, and that
means that it’s once again time to welcome new
staff members into ISA. As many of you may be
aware, this includes the new assistant principal
for the upper school, Ms. Sybille Harth. Coming
from Germany and various other exciting locales,
she has a friendly demeanor that you’ll be sure
to love. She loves kids and is excited to meet the
students at ISA. To learn more, I decided to
interview her in her office by the music rooms.
To finish off, I’d like to thank Ms. Harth for her
time and all the details she gave us. I hope she
will be a great new addition to the ISA
community. As a reminder, if you’d like to talk to
Ms. Hearth personally, please feel free to contact
her by email or pop by her office near the music
department.
The highlights of our discussion can be seen By Leah Hall
below.
Leah - What do you like about the school?
Ms. Harth - I really like the community of the
school.
Leah - How long have you been teaching?
Ms. Harth - I have been teaching for fifteen years.
Leah - What is your favorite subject?
Courtesy of isa.nl
The Space Nuke You Didn’t know existed
Somewhat like the phenomenon of dihydrogen
monoxide (a dangerous chemical compound,
proven to cause injury and death, that is found in
most nonorganic food items), the human race is
once again at the mercy of an invisible threat. Most
media have tried to cover it up, and many scientists
refuse to acknowledge it. In the skies above the
earth a massive nuclear fire is currently underway,
casting harmful gamma radiation onto us as
hydrogen atoms explosively fuse together in a
hugely dangerous reaction. The invisible
microwave radiation has been proven to cause
irritation, stroke and cancer in humans, to the
extent that 2/3 of Australians have contracted
some form of cancer. Despite this, we explode
ourselves to the harmful radiation every day,
sometimes for hours without respite.
So what can you do to avoid becoming a cooked
dinner? Firstly, and most importantly – wear all
white. This will reflect the harmful radiation away
from your body. Secondly, control your exposure.
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When outside, do not look towards the sky, and
keep your time outside safe buildings to a
minimum. Finally, spread awareness. If enough
people work together, it’s possible we could reduce
the correlation between exposure to gamma
radiation from space and premature/mature
death.
By Robert Brighton
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What Is “Green Team”?
Reading helps improve concentration and your ability to work.
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Most of you have probably seen advertisements
concerning the inevitable truth with regards to
global warming and how we should help before it is
too late.
Perhaps you were thrilled by the idea of becoming
an active member in the fight against time to save
our planet.
It may be that you either forgot about the call to
action five minutes later or came back to the
common idea of how one person couldn’t possibly
make any difference at all, so you might as well
spend your time doing something useful.
students to “be the change they seek in the world”
by starting at ISA.
Green Team involves many different aspects of
respecting our environment. For this reason, there
are many different groups that you are welcome to
join. There is the Alternate Energy group, supervised
by Mr. Charters, which is making booklets to raise
public awareness about LED lights’ eco-friendliness.
The Building group, supervised by Mr. Boekhout, is
making birdhouses. The Creativity Recycling group,
supervised by Loretta Isherwood and Manjula Rao,
delivers the important message of taking care of our
Arguably, all those campaigns to remind us about waste by creating art with trash. Finally, the
saving our planet are wonderful ideas with true Communications group edits videos in order to
intentions. Nevertheless, their usefulness ends right spread the word, supervised by Julius Kleipool.
there when you walk by the campaign posters
without making any difference in the way you will So if YOU want to actually take action and fight the
good fight, there’s nothing to it: Go Green.
act towards your environment in the future.
If you are willing to help our planet by taking action By Gabriele Cepparulo
there is luckily a club at ISA, namely the Green
Team which will welcome you. This club does not
solely enable students to have a different point of
view on the reality of climate change, but it allows
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The David Sheldrick
Wildlife Trust
This year, students will have the opportunity to
support an organisation that is fighting to save
Africa’s elephants by joining the David
Sheldrick Wildlife Fund CAS club at ISA.
Founded by a deep love for the African
wilderness, the Sheldrick family established
what was to become the largest rehabilitation
program for orphaned elephants in the world.
The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, located in
Kenya, devotes itself to the protection and
conservation of East Africa’s wildlife, providing
immediate assistance to wounded animals,
hand-raising elephant and rhinoceros calves, as
well as raising awareness for crucial issues that
threaten the entirety of Africa and the world’s
wilderness.
Since its initiation in 1977, the David Sheldrick
Wildlife Trust has hand-reared more than 150
elephant orphans. It also has successfully met
its primary goal of reintroducing the elephants
back into the wild after having matured,
allowing many former orphans to lead the lives
of wild and healthy elephants. Through careful
oversight of the elephants, they have
reestablished herds into Africa’s poachingstricken landscapes.
Over the past few years, the ivory trade has
had a detrimental effect on Africa, and has
caused many baby elephants to become
orphaned. Statistics show that in the past thirty
years alone, a bewildering two-thirds of Africa’s
elephants have been butchered for their tusks.
The poaching for these tusks is dominated by
terrorist organisations, who use the illegal
global ivory trade to fund their criminal actions.
The slaughtering of elephants is a vicious cycle,
international demand for ivory—especially from
Asia, Europe and the U.S.A—continues to grow,
encouraging the slaughter of innocent
elephants. Furthermore, the banning of the
illegal ivory trade seems only to have
encouraged the practice, due to ivory’s increase
in value in the black market. According to
TRAFFIC (The Wildlife Trade Monitoring
Network), the ivory trade currently rakes in
hundreds of millions of US dollars per year.
I first learnt about the David Sheldrick Wildlife
Trust a year ago, on Instagram, and found
myself becoming more and more interested in
the incredible work that the Trust does.
Although the ivory trade is without a doubt the
largest threat to Africa’s elephants, the Trust’s
efforts are ever promising, and, through raising
global awareness, elephant poaching is an
issue that we can all try to prevent. This is why I
thought it was necessary to bring attention to
the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust at ISA. We
have a significant sense of a global community
here, and therefore I believe we should help
raise awareness over the magnificent creatures
that we call elephants.
We are currently planning several activities for
the coming year, all in the relation to raising
awareness for the elephants. Activities include a
colouring app for children, bake sales and a
quarter-marathon all in support of the fund. If
you are interested in learning more about
DSW T at ISA, please contact me at
lklaassen@isa.nl and feel welcome to come
join us at our weekly meetings, every Monday
in room 078 (Mr. Harris).
By Lisa Klaassen
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6 WAYS TO SURVIVE (AND POSSIBLY
ENJOY) THE PERSONAL PROJECT
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As part of the Middle Years Programme, one must
complete the oh-so-dreaded personal project.
Below, you will find some tips and tricks to help
you avoid mental breakdowns, make rushed last
minute decisions and receive disapproving looks
from your supervisor.
3. Write everything down in your process journal.
When it is time to write your report, you will thank
yourself for every doodle, every pencil marking,
and even those clumps of words that look more like
ink spills than sentences.
have always wanted to learn, discover new things
and enjoy yourself.
And voila: there you have it. Six ways to improve
your personal project experience and increase your
chances of getting a good grade and pleasing your
supervisor. The personal project is meant to be an
4. Ask people for their opinions, and for help if you enjoyable experience, not one to fear. Do your
need it. You would be surprised at how much a work, and enjoy.
Dutch teacher, for example, knows about being
part of a band. Staff members and fellow students By Roos Creyghton
are great Personal Project resources, so don’t be
afraid to use them!
1. Find something you are truly passionate about.
It doesn’t really matter much if you are good at
whatever you want to research and create. But if
you don’t like it you will be bored before the
deadline is even in sight, which means you will
have to suffer through months of research and
work that you won’t want to do.
5. Meet as often as you can with your supervisor.
When they know what you are doing, they can
2. Plan out your entire research and creating provide great help. As supervisors, they’ve been
process. Grab your agenda, get a pen and put down through many projects before, but can only provide
some deadlines for yourself. Make sure you work guidance if they know what you’re up to.
on the project every so often, so you don’t have to
rush in the end. Do not forget to be realistic, 6. Have fun with it. Since you are spending the
however: there is no use is setting deadlines if you majority of your 10th grade on your Personal
do not follow them. Tip: show your supervisor. He/ Project, make it enjoyable. You have to do the
she will make sure you stick to them.
work, so take this time to learn something you
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Interview
Tips for University
As the college application season rolls around yet
again, stress & blood pressure levels have started
soaring. And while no amount of advice is going to
change the power college applications hold over
highschoolers, this article will help you with college
interviews, an often glossed-over element of the
application process, what you’re in for and give
you some advice that might lend you a little more
confidence.
College interviews generally occur after a student
has submitted their application. Some schools
require you to set these interviews up yourself,
while others have interviewers contact you
personally. These meetings can occur on campus,
over the phone or even in your own
neighbourhood. All of this often depends on where
you’re applying from, but for the sake of this
article, let’s assume that all the hard work is done
and that you’re faced with the looming interview.
you beyond the traditional transcript and essay. It’s
a chance to explain any elements of your
application that you feel could hinder your chances
of getting in (e.g: a bad semester when your
grades slipped), and for you to accentuate the
strong points of your application (your role as a
journalist for the school paper, for instance). All
this can work in your favour and give you a chance
to make an impression with the selection teams at
whatever school you’re interested in.
Secondly, interviews are a college's chance to see
why you want to attend their school, and what you
could bring to the table. Questions like “Why do
you want to attend Harvard/Yale/Oxford/...?” and
“Why is this the right school for you?” are
common, and must be diligently prepared for. Be
well-informed about the school and show why it’s
the right fit for you. This is a good place to mention
how your interests and extracurriculars represent
you, in order to demonstrate the characteristics that
make you special.
opinions on the immigration debate, or what is
your opinion on a world issue that needs to be
tackled in a significantly different/better manner.
Remember that for most non-profit colleges, what
their students go on to do later in life, is the
revenue. People who do great things not only serve
as a great advertising for their almamaters but
they also increase that institution's outreach in
society. Be in touch with current events, express
your opinions about issues that matter to you.
Show them that you can be someone who can do
great things.
Other than that there's not much else. Of course
there are the basics, don't be late, dress
appropriately, ask some good questions. And, this
is cliche, but be yourself, don't say what you think
the interviewer wants to hear. You are trying to
showcase your uniqueness, not meld into the
crowd. And all that's left to say is good luck.
Because this college application season, you'll need
it.
The first thing to note is that interviews are an
opportunity for you to present yourself to Interviewers often also ask questions with slightly
prospective universities and extend their image of broader answer ranges. They might ask about your By Rania Khan
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Photography Photography Photography
Daniël van Vlissingen –
Photography
The Voice Student Newspaper is
delighted to feature ISA students’ in this
edition. The diversity of talent across our
school is truly impressive and it is
therefore important to acknowledge and
appreciate the achievements of those who
do great work; their obstacles, their
journey and their experience as a whole.
Daniël van Vlissingen, an aspired wildlife
photographer, recently shared with us his
stories, his experiences and the fragility
and vulnerability of habitats across the
world. Daniël has been fascinated with
nature ever since the age of three. He
spent much of his youth pouring over
animal encyclopaedias and magazines
such as The National
Geographic. Now an eleventh
grader, Daniël has been an avid
photographer for almost seven years. He
has traveled to the Congo Basin, the
Amazon, The Arctic, the Himalayas, India,
across Southern Africa, the ‘Stans’ and
more, to take beautiful, captivating
photos. Daniël describes the landscapes,
people and animals of Africa as a
“photogenic haven”. This is where his
passion for photography started and
where he continues to travel to, to take
photos. Daniël discusses two of his many
stories with us.
“I had spent two nights in the bush trying
to track down this one specific elephant
because he was famous for his
magnificent tusks. However, when the
tracks headed into the thicker bush I had
no choice but to continue on foot. It was a
hot, long walk involving a lot of thorns,
sunburns and blisters, and before I knew
it, I was standing meters away from this
massive mammal, and it charged.
Fortunately it was only a mock charge,
and the elephant darted right into the
bushes after asserting its dominance. But
the risks, effort and sacrifice needed for
this special moment is what I like to
photograph the most.”
“The most memorable challenge I faced
was in Zimbabwe when I was on an
internship with a person who specialized
in hyenas. The man I was with wanted to
see how hyenas reacted to foreign
objects, and I wanted a unique picture.
Thus I lay flat on my stomach, by the side
of the den, and let a curious hyena
cautiously walk towards me. Interested,
the hyena started to smell me, she sniffed
my feet, nibbled softly on my toe, and
then stuck her nose right into my lens. I
still remember its unbearable breath and
the drool slobbering down its chin. It was
an unforgettable moment, but certainly
my most thrilling.” - Daniël van Vlissingen
Thank you Daniël for sharing your stories
with us.
If you enjoyed his story and would like to
contact him personally, you can reach him
at photographydanielnelson@gmail.com
for more information.
Instagram: Danielnelsonphotography
Website: www.danielnelson.nl
By Clara Fast
Aside from getting photos published,
winning awards or selling his work,
Daniel expresses that he aims to raise
awareness and encapsulate the vast
amount of beauty there is in the world.
With his photographs, he wishes to show
others how fragile many habitats are. As
a photographer of the 21st century,
Daniel takes advantage of social media to
communicate the loss of biodiversity in
the world.
Daniël’s tips for aspiring photographers:
“Practice, practice, practice! Taking
pictures is easy; within a year you can
know how all the buttons work on your
camera and how editing software work.
But to develop a creative, photogenic
mindset is a whole lot harder.
Photography is an art, and as a
photographer your job is to make
something so unique, that it stands out
from the rest. What makes a photo
unique varies depending on the type of
photography. In sports it is the clarity and
angle; in nature it is light, the
composition and the subject; in
architecture it is perspective and color,
and so on. But ultimately years of
experience are needed to think outside of
the box and to develop a distinctive
style.” - Daniël van Vlissingen
Voice Volume 1, Issue 1, October 2015
Courtesy of Daniel Van Vlissingen photographs
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Sports Sports Sports Sports Sports
How to Join ISA Sports Teams
ISA offers a wide range of sports and afterschool activities
throughout the school year such as soccer (football), volleyball,
tennis, and track & field, just to name a few. However, joining these
sports teams can sometimes be a difficulty. Thus, in this article, you
will learn how to join an ISA Sports Team.
Sports is a great way to make new friends, relax and have fun, as
well as take a break from the school work. Scientific research has
shown that doing exercise releases endorphins, which are natural
chemicals which lift your mood and make you happier! Doing sports
is a great way to wind down from the stressful stuff.
The competitive sports that ISA offers rotate around NECIS
(Northwest European Council of International Schools). NECIS is an
organization that brings together international schools in Europe.
NECIS organizes tournaments throughout the year. ISA and various
other schools compete in these competitions to build sportsmanship
and respect on a competitive level. Swimming, cross country,
basketball and golf are just some of the examples of tournaments
organized by NECIS. Usually one of the schools takes on the
responsibility to host one tournament. To participate at NECIS, train
hard and do your best. Throughout the season, your coach(es) will
work to select a team that will travel to the tournament, which may
include you!
ISA offers both competitive sports teams and extracurricular
(afterschool) sports. At the beginning of every season, your parents Hopefully, you are now completely ready to join an ISA sports team.
will get an email from the school regarding sports teams.
Sports keeps you healthy both physically and mentally, are a really
great opportunity to make friends, and are always fun. Now that
These emails contain information on how to join sports teams you know what to do, get out there and play some sports!
available in the current season. You will have to fill out a form
with your name, age, what team you want to join, etc. For By Trinabh Banerjeree
competitive sports, pay attention to the tryout dates. You will have
to attend these so the coach knows that you are willing to play. After
you have submitted the form, you have signed up!
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The Voice
Movie Column
UPCOMING MOVIES:
MONTHlY MOVIE FACTS:
Spectre (November 6th, 2015)
1.
The 24th Bond film starring Daniel Craig, Lea
Seydoux andChristoph Waltz
2.
Ripley from Alien was originally supposed
to be a man.
A Nightmare On Elm Street was
very loosely based on real events.
All the scenes that take place in the Matrix
are tinted green to look more like a computer
of that time.
Iron Man’s computer J.A.R.V.I.S. is an acronym
for “Just A Rather Very Intelligent System”.
Alec Guinness who played Obi-Wan Kenobi in
Star Wars famously hated the films and
called them “fairy tale rubbish”.
The Hunger Games: Mockingjay 3.
Part 2 (November 18th, 2015)
The final instalment in The Hunger Games
quadrilogy starring Jennifer Lawrence, Josh 4.
Hutcherson and Julianne Moore
5.
The Good Dinosaur (November 25th,
2015)
The original animated movie from Pixar with the
voices of Jeffrey Wright, Sam Elliot and Anna
Paquin
MOVIES YOU HAVE TO SEE BEFORE YOU FINISH
SCHOOL:
E.T the extraterrestrial (PG)
This movie is a definite must see, very kid friendly,
has a lot of heart and it might make you cry.
Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (PG13)
A hilarious and fun movie that any high schooler
should watch.
The Sixth Sense (PG13)
A great film full of suspense with amazing acting
and an amazing ending.
Star Wars
This is a great that revolutionized cinema and if
you have not seen the first Star Wars film you are
really missing out on a great experience.
Steve Jobs (December 1st, 2015)
The second biographical picture about Steve Jobs,
the script is written by academy award winner
Aaron Sorkin and the film stars Michael
Fassbender, Kate Winslet and Seth Rogen
The Lion King (PG)
An amazing animated movie with great music and
a fascinating story that anyone
should see no matter what age.
By Moses Ochs
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New At The Voice
Dear Upper School Students and Staff,
This week, we are re-introducing an exciting program at the Voice: Agony Aunts! Three anonymous writers will be answering your most pressing questions
and concerns in every issue of the paper. For more information, read their message below.
Ari Economon, Editor-in-Chief
Dear Fellow Bears,
Questions about high school? Questions about life? We are the Voice Agony Aunts - three anonymous students who are here to find solutions to your
daily dilemmas. Be it school related or any other itch you’ve been meaning to scratch, your professionals can help. Place your struggles in an
anonymous message in the box in front of the Upper School library, and we will answer your questions and untangle your hot messes with sass and
sparkle in your very own newspaper.
You’re welcome.
Kisses,
The Legendary and Loving,
AA
Photo courtesy of Ms. Seghers
Earlier this month, 16 ISA students journeyed to The Hague, where they took part in the MINIMUN, a Model United Nations conference at Gymnasium Novum.
Over the day, they lobbied, debated and made some great speeches over pressing issues such as the migrant crisis, cybercrime, and access to fresh drinking
water. If you are interested in joining MUN, meetings take place after school every Monday in room 192.
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