IHS Evening Lectures: A Kaleidoscope of Knowledge
During these past months, IHS Evening Lectures’ ‘new style’ has proven that the audience is willing to brave rain and traffic jams to come and listen to lectures because it is clear that it will be worth the effort. They came in great scores not only to listen, but also to participate and exchange ideas.
Photo Story: Welcoming the Year of the Dog
On 16 February, people all over the world will celebrate Chinese New Year and welcome the Year of the Dog. In Jakarta, the most colourful festivities will be held in Glodok, the city’s Chinatown, which will turn into a sea of red. In welcoming Chinese New Year, Chinatown in Jakarta turns to be red where
An Individualized Approach to Early Childhood Education
The emotional, social and physical development of young children has a profound impact on their overall development and on the adult they will become. That is why understanding the need to invest in very young children is important: it will maximize their future well-being. Photo courtesy of Jakarta Intercultural School/NOW!JAKARTA At Jakarta Intercultural School (JIS), a
Book Week at Global Jaya School
The Global Jaya School recently celebrated its annual Book Week with the theme “Escape to Everywhere”. Students participated on Book Week. Photo courtesy of Global Jaya School/NOW!JAKARTA In the weeks leading up to Book Week, students participated in the following competitions: Extreme Reading, Letter to the Author, Picture Collage, Colouring and Complete a Picture and
Ichthus School Jakarta-Cairn University Partnership Opens the Door for Graduating Students
Ichthus School Jakarta recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Cairn University, Pennsylvania, USA, to enter a new partnership, which will open more doors for graduating students to continue their undergraduate study in well-established university. Photo courtesy of Ichthus School Jakarta/NOW!JAKARTA The signing of this MOU was the culmination of frequent campus visits and discussions to find the right partner university that shares similar
Family Fun Day
On Saturday 10 February ACG School Jakarta hosted its first Family Fun Day. There were games, entertainment from students, pony rides, bouncy castles, presentationsfrom senior staff, a bazaar and also mystery prizes. It was a wonderful community event, which we look forward to hosting again in the future. Family Fun Day at ACG School Jakarta. Photo
Exploring Home Country Culture at JIS Elementary School Indonesia Week 2018
Jakarta Intercultural School (JIS) brought a sense of excitement to its Elementary School at the Pattimura campus this week when it kicked off Indonesia Week 2018 on 19 March. During the five-day event, students, teachers, and parents will have the opportunity to explore the Indonesian experience by participating in variety of activities and enjoying cultural
Global Jaya’s “Arts for Cause” Combines Arts with Social Awareness
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
JIS TEDx Cross Paths and Be Awakened
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
An Experiment in Personal Productivity
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
Indonesian Students won 6 Championships at Tournament of the Minds in Bangkok
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
Students Collaborate with Indonesian Mural Artist Darbotz to Create Urban Street Art
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
Indonesian University Prepares Students for Financial Technology Careers
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
