Education

The much-anticipated biennial art exhibition at Global Jaya International School returned on January 30-31 this year. Taking place at the Global Jaya School Theatre, 68 students of Year 6 showcased their artworks, which also reflected the culmination of their learning journey throughout the Primary Years Programme. Photos courtesy of Global Jaya International School/NOW!JAKARTA Taking on

The fourth TEDxJIS Conference recently took place at Melati Theater at the Pondok Indah Elementary Campus of Jakarta Intercultural School (JIS). Photo courtesy of Jakarta Intercultural School (JIS)/NOW!JAKARTA This year, the independently produced event operated under license from TED carried the theme of Crossing Paths. Among the lineup of speakers were JIS students, faculty members

It’s already March, the third month of the year. A sixth of the year has already passed. We’ve lived through over 59 days in  2018. I often feel surprised at how fast the days have gone by but also anxious due to all the long-term projects and tasks I’ve taken on but put off (more

Last month, Indonesian students returned to the country with pride after winning the trophy from the Tournament of Minds in Bangkok, Thailand. The team placed first in the language and social science competition. All Beacon Students and Coach of Tournament of Minds after winning the competition in Bangkok.  Photo courtesy of Beacon Academy/NOW!JAKARTA Tournament of

Jakarta Intercultural School (JIS) students collaborated with Darbotz, an Indonesian mural artist to explore creativity in urban arts. More than 30 senior school students  showcased their artistic capabilities on the school’s wall. Darbotz, an Indonesian mural artist works with JIS Students to create urban art at the school. Photo courtesy of Jakarta Intercultural School/NOW!JAKARTA JIS

BINUS University International helps students develop valuable skills in the financial technology sector via its global curriculum. Bina Nusantara University Students are encouraged to pursue Financial Tecnology career. Photo courtesy of Bina Nusantara University. NOW!JAKARTA Financial technology peer-to-peer lending is a burgeoning industry in Indonesia that helps SMEs gain access to funding when they do

Far better is it to dare mighty things, to win glorious triumphs, even though checkered by failure . . . than to rank with those poor spirits who neither enjoy nor suffer much, because they live in a gray twilight that knows not victory nor defeat. —Theodore Roosevelt. SIS Football Coach Gareth Jonsen teaches his students

It is well established that English is the preferred language in multicultural work environments and international forums. To help develop one’s English language skills, especially for business, Complete English Language Solution (CELS), an English Training Consultancy, provides a course which aims to improve participants’ business communication skills to international standard. he BULATS certificate is internationally

In March this year, NOW! Jakarta hosted an Art, Photography and Essay writing competition in which 11 international schools around Jakarta participated. NOW! Jakarta's founder, Alistair Speirs congratulated the students and handed them their prizes, as the winners of Art, Photography and Essay writing competition. Photo by Raditya Fadilla/NOW!JAKARTA They were Gandhi Memorial Intercontinental School, ACG

As part of the Irish Minister for Education & Skills, Mr. Richard Bruton T.D.’s visit to Indonesia, Education in Ireland and the Embassy of Ireland invited guests in the field of education to a special networking event. Irish Minister for Education & Skills, Mr. Richard Bruton T.D opened the speech in networking event at The Sultan Hotel Jakarta.  Photo

Present in Indonesia for over 60 years, the Goethe-Institut Indonesien has become a place for encounters with cultural players from Germany, Indonesia, and around the world, and has found a role in facilitating development and production of many intercultural initiatives and projects. Over the years, the Goethe-Institut Indonesien has held various large events including the

English learning centre, CELS Indonesia has introduced a modern and adaptive language programme, progressed from digital learning to blended learning. The English learning course combines live online sessions with valuable online self-study. The digital platform will accommodate the learner’s preferences. The CELS Online blended learning experience is English as a Second Language (ESL)’s answer to modern and convenient learning. Photo