School News & Updates

Read up on what's been going on at the school! Here you can find updates and news on school events, field trips, interesting class projects, as well as literary works penned by GESM teachers and students.

A Standing Ovation for Creativity: School of Rock Takes the Stage

The second Year-End Assembly concluded on a high note with an outstanding performance of School of Rock, presented by students in the Performance Collaboration programme. Bringing together talented performers, musicians, and crew members from Grades 6 to 9, the production was a fitting celebration of creativity, collaboration, and the dedication that had been built throughout the school year. From the opening number to the final curtain call, the musical captivated the audien

Ocean Defenders for a Better Future – Our Class Trip to Zambales

Written by: Ester Wittstock The students of classes 4D, 5D, and 6D spent three unforgettable days in Cabangan, Zambales, combining adventure, teamwork, and sustainability. Accompanied by three teachers, 16 students set out to explore the beautiful Philippine coastline while learning how to protect it. Upon arrival, we were welcomed by bright sunshine and Alon, the friendly dog and mascot of Alon & Araw. During our stay with the organization, the students learned through inter

News from the DaF Department “Bloom in the Splendor of this Happiness …”

August Heinrich Hoffmann von Fallersleben (1798–1874) Written by: Volker Schlieske Mission accomplished! Eleven teachers from the DaF (German as a Foreign Language) Department have successfully completed the DSD I Gold Course, earning an important qualification for conducting DSD I examinations. (From left to right: Markus Maleyka, Volker Schlieske, Ute Massow, Apollonia Bakali, Tina Barthel, Demet Uengoer, Marco Zoricic, Julia Krstovic, Katharina Eylens, Anne Hamburger, and

An exciting reading night for Grade 1D and 2D

Submitted by: Katharina Eylens What an adventure! Grade 1D and 2D spent an wonderful reading night together at school. There was great excitement even as the children were setting up their sleeping areas – after all, it’s not every day you get to sleep at school! The evening began with a thrilling reading rally that took them all the way through the school building. Along the way, the children had to complete various fun reading and football world cup-related tasks. Afterwa