School News & Updates

Yesterday's Club Showcase provided students from the Ukulele, Glee, and Robotics Clubs with the opportunity to share their achievements, creativity, and passion with fellow students, parents, and staff members. Throughout the event, students proudly presented the skills and projects they have developed over the course of the school year. The audience enjoyed musical performances by the Glee Club, including Haven, and the Ukulele Group, while members of the Robotics Club demon

Dear Class 10D, What a moment! You have completed your examinations, and we are incredibly proud of you. Weeks of preparation, the focused silence before the written exams, the nervous glances before the oral examinations, the laughter that helped ease the tension, and those small breakthrough moments will remain in our memories. The oral exams in particular brought excitement, teamwork, and many unexpected “aha” moments. Throughout the year, we accompanied you sometimes with

The children had been looking forward to this special day for a long time. The preschool children from the “Vorschulfüchse” and “Seaturtles” groups came together with their parents for a creative school cone crafting afternoon. Beforehand, the children had thought about how they wanted their school cones to look and choose their own themes. The parents brought matching decorations and craft materials. With great enthusiasm, creativity, and dedication, each child created a uni

Written by Korbinian Hook On Thursday, 28 May, the first and second German classes, together with the preschool group, went on a trip to the Fun Farm. The shared time provided many opportunities for the children to get to know each other better and engage in conversation, making the transition from preschool to primary school in the upcoming school year even smoother and more enjoyable. At the Fun Farm, a wide range of exciting activities awaited the students. With great enth

Grade 10D has officially begun their study leave as they prepare to take the final stage of their MSA examinations. This period marks an important milestone in the academic year, giving students dedicated time to focus, revise, and consolidate their learning ahead of their upcoming assessments. In the weeks leading up to study leave, students and teachers worked closely to complete curriculum requirements and review key topics across subjects. Teachers have encouraged student

On 23 May, our school took part in the Deutschlehrerinnen-Tagung (DLT), an important professional development event for German teachers from across the Philippines. The event provided a valuable opportunity to actively contribute to the development of German language teaching while also learning from experienced educators and colleagues from all over the country. As part of the conference, various workshops were offered focusing on modern and practical approaches to teaching

The Robotics Competition 2026 brought an exciting wave of innovation and energy to the classroom as students from Grade 4D, 4E, 4A, and 4B showcased their creativity and problem-solving skills through hands-on robotics projects. The event combined learning, design, and friendly competition, giving students the opportunity to bring their ideas to life. In the weeks leading up to the competition, students worked in teams to design and build their own robots. From planning struc

On 28 May, students from all sections of the school came together for the Collaboration Science Exhibition, a vibrant showcase of curiosity, creativity, and shared learning. From Primary through to Secondary up to Grade 9, students presented science projects that reflected not only what they had studied in class, but also how they had explored, questioned, and discovered together during their collaboration period. The exhibition transformed learning into an interactive experi

LFM and GESM The BSM Ultra Meet 2026 brought together young swimmers from across the Eurocampus for a vibrant and highly competitive day in the pool. With determination, discipline, and strong team spirit, the athletes delivered an outstanding overall performance, helping the Eurocampus secure an impressive 4th place finish overall with a total of 29 medals. Beyond the results, the event highlighted the commitment and growth of each swimmer, many of whom achieved personal bes

25–26 May Learning extends far beyond the walls of a classroom, and for our Grade 5 students, this became a reality during their meaningful two-day community immersion trip to Zambales. Through hands-on experiences, environmental awareness activities, and cultural exchange, students discovered valuable lessons about responsibility, empathy, and the importance of working together to create positive change. One of the highlights of the trip was an educational session focused on

On 28 May, the Primary community came together in a vibrant celebration of creativity, confidence, and talent during the annual Primary Talent Show. The event showcased the diverse abilities of students across different year levels, offering a joyful platform for them to express themselves beyond the classroom. Throughout the show, students impressed the audience with a wide range of performances, including music, dance, singing, comedy, and other creative acts. Each performa

On 27 May, the Eurocampus community marked a significant milestone with the formal signing of a Memorandum of Agreement between the Lycée Français de Manille (LFM) and the German European School Manila (GESM). This renewed agreement reaffirms the long-standing commitment of both institutions to deepen collaboration, strengthen shared educational programmes, and continue fostering the wellbeing, academic growth, and holistic development of every student within the Eurocampus c

The Class of 2026 Graduation Ceremony was formally planned on the 22nd of May through a collaborative effort between teachers and Grade 11 students. This year’s celebration took place at the Acacia Hotel in Alabang City, providing a meaningful setting for an important milestone in the students’ academic journey. Graduation represents far more than a ceremonial tradition; it serves as a bridge between who students are and who they are becoming. As graduates crossed the stage w

Houses of Primary Spelling Bee for Grades 1–5 recently took place, bringing together younger students in a friendly yet challenging academic competition designed to strengthen spelling skills, build confidence in language use, and foster a strong sense of community through the school’s house system. Held in an engaging and supportive environment, the competition encouraged students to step outside their regular classroom activities and apply their knowledge of vocabulary, spe

Submitted by: Demi Üngör Students at German European School Manila recently took the initiative to introduce Model United Nations (MUN) to their peers, aiming to raise awareness of the programme and encourage more students to join in the coming school year. Model United Nations is an educational simulation in which students take on the role of delegates representing different countries. In this setting, students engage in discussions on global issues, debate possible solution

On May 19, 2026, Grade 4 students recently spent time with their kindergarten buddies in a special cross-grade tandem activity that brought learning and play together. The activity focused on bringing older and younger students together through shared reading experiences and collaborative tasks. While tandem reading was an important part of the session, the event was also designed to go beyond books encouraging interaction through games and hands-on activities that made learn

The ISM Goodwill Gymnastics Meet 2026 brought together student-athletes from international schools across Manila for a day of skill, discipline, and sportsmanship. Hosted in a friendly yet competitive environment, the event highlighted not only athletic performance but also the spirit of collaboration between schools. Among the participating schools, GESM gymnasts continued their involvement in Manila’s international gymnastics circuit, contributing to a growing tradition of

By Mara Quesada – Grade 11 A few weeks ago, IB students took part in a CSP-CAS field trip to Panguil River Eco Park. CSP is a mandatory, interdisciplinary 10-hour team project in the IB programme that requires students from different sciences (such as Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and ESS) to work together to solve a real-world issue using scientific methods. It is connected to CAS (Creativity, Activity, and Service), which the class went on a hike as well as planting trees. T

By Santosh Kumar The much-awaited Art & Music Festival 2026 was successfully held at GESM from 4th to 8th May 2026, bringing together a vibrant showcase of creativity, talent, and learning. The entire school community participated enthusiastically, making it a memorable week filled with artistic expression and musical joy. Throughout the festival, the school lobby was transformed into an inspiring gallery, displaying artworks created by students across all grade levels. This

The MISAA Volleyball Division 1 tournament took place on 9 May 2026, bringing together strong school teams from across the league for a full day of competitive volleyball. The German European School Manila Boys Team entered the competition ready to test themselves against high-level opposition. From the early matches, the team showed good energy and a clear sense of cohesion on court. While there were challenging moments throughout the day, the players stayed engaged, communi

Our U11 team took part in a football tournament on Saturday May 9 at British School Manila, joining several schools for a day of matches. The tournament gave the players the chance to compete against different teams, put their training into practice, and gain more experience in a competitive setting. The team started the day well, recording a 4–0 win in their opening game. They played with confidence from the start, showing good teamwork and communication across the pitch. Th

Our students took part in the MISAA Chess Tournament held on 9 May at Singapore School Manila, joining schools from across the MISAA community for a day of competitive but friendly matches. The event included both individual and team categories in the U8 and U14 divisions, giving students the opportunity to apply their skills in a structured tournament setting. In the U8 individual category, one of our students performed consistently well throughout the rounds and was awarded

Featuring the Grade 10 batch spending a day at Las Piñas-Parañaque Wetland Park By Tanmay Nagar – Grade 10E On April 27, the Grade 10E class visited the Las Piñas–Parañaque Wetland Park (LPPWP), a protected area south of Manila. The LPPWP is a vital ecosystem, which acts as a version of a natural water filter and habitat for diverse species. It plays an important role in mitigating pollution and supporting biodiversity in Metro Manila. The field trip itself allowed the Biolog

Over the past two weeks, the GESM volleyball teams delivered a series of competitive matches in the Manila International Schools Athletic Association (MISAA) tournament, with strong performances across both Division 1 and Division 2. On 25 April, the Division 2 mixed team faced CISM in the semi-finals but fell short in a hard-fought match, ending their run in the final stages of the tournament. The team bounced back strongly on 2 May, securing a narrow win against Beacon Scho