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High-schoolers host AIS's first ever blood drive
What started as AIS’s first-ever blood drive turned into something much bigger: a major success with the power to save lives across Atlanta. Thanks to the incredible turnout from students, teachers, parents, faculty, and staff, the blood drive exceeded its goal by an impressive 178%. Altogether, the AIS community donated 41 pints of blood, more than 5 gallons, enough to potentially save up to 123 lives. Even more impressively, the event was completely planned by students in c
Joanna Vasiloglou
Apr 17
DP Diaries: How Juniors Are Really Surviving?
How are the 11th graders finding the DP and what advice do they have? For our juniors, this month marked a quiet but significant milestone: we are officially halfway through 11th grade, and already a quarter of the way through the IB Diploma Programme! It sounds dramatic, but it’s true. For sophomores choosing classes and for the rest of the school watching from the sidelines, DP can feel like a looming storm cloud of acronyms, summatives, and whispered warnings about sleep
Joanna Vasiloglou
Jan 24
Melodies, Music Notes, and a Magical Winter Night
On Tuesday, December 19th, 2025, both the middle school and high school bands and orchestras performed in the Secondary School’s Winter Concert, a two-hour-long event sharing both culture and music with the audience. The song ranged from Spanish to Middle-Eastern to Asian, highlighting the cultural diversity of AIS. The concert, in a way, was entirely run by the students, with the pieces played having been previously chosen by the students from summatives at the end of the
Jayden Douglas
Dec 20, 2025
High-schoolers host AIS's first ever blood drive
What started as AIS’s first-ever blood drive turned into something much bigger: a major success with the power to save lives across Atlanta. Thanks to the incredible turnout from students, teachers, parents, faculty, and staff, the blood drive exceeded its goal by an impressive 178%. Altogether, the AIS community donated 41 pints of blood, more than 5 gallons, enough to potentially save up to 123 lives. Even more impressively, the event was completely planned by students in c
Joanna Vasiloglou
Apr 172 min read
DP Diaries: How Juniors Are Really Surviving?
How are the 11th graders finding the DP and what advice do they have? For our juniors, this month marked a quiet but significant milestone: we are officially halfway through 11th grade, and already a quarter of the way through the IB Diploma Programme! It sounds dramatic, but it’s true. For sophomores choosing classes and for the rest of the school watching from the sidelines, DP can feel like a looming storm cloud of acronyms, summatives, and whispered warnings about sleep
Joanna Vasiloglou
Jan 245 min read
Melodies, Music Notes, and a Magical Winter Night
On Tuesday, December 19th, 2025, both the middle school and high school bands and orchestras performed in the Secondary School’s Winter Concert, a two-hour-long event sharing both culture and music with the audience. The song ranged from Spanish to Middle-Eastern to Asian, highlighting the cultural diversity of AIS. The concert, in a way, was entirely run by the students, with the pieces played having been previously chosen by the students from summatives at the end of the
Jayden Douglas
Dec 20, 20252 min read
AIS Holds the First Ever Trilingual Model UN Conference in the Southeast
Last weekend, the Atlanta International School Model United Nations team hosted its sixth annual conference, AISMUN VI, welcoming over 260 students in addition to directors, faculty, and guests from ten different schools including one from New York for two days of debate, collaboration, and global problem-solving. The conference, run by our high-school students, featured committees for both middle and high school delegates, providing students at all levels with the opportunit
The Eagle Edition
Dec 19, 20253 min read
The Arts in New York: The Empire State of Mind
History is happening,” a lyric from the 2015 hit Broadway Musical, Hamilton, perfectly describes the culture of our current world. History is always happening anywhere and everywhere, and just like the musical says: We just happen to be in the greatest city of the world! Throughout history, New York City is the birthplace and global hub of culture, media, and of course, the arts. Known for the iconic theatres on Broadway street, museums such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art,
Sarani Sams
Dec 17, 20254 min read
Robert Kottke
Dec 17, 20250 min read
Photojournalism: The Landscapes of Utah
Photographed by Domenico Alberga and Emma Lightcap
The Eagle Edition
Dec 17, 20251 min read
Uncovering the Heart of New Orleans
From November 17 to 21, 18 AIS students explored the lively and historic city of New Orleans, Louisiana. As they learned about the South’s history, they also discovered new and exciting pathways to their futures. New Orleans, Louisiana is known for its mix of French, Creole, and African culture, making it one of the most culturally distinct cities in the United States. The group’s tours emphasized how this blend has influenced the region’s language, cuisine, religious practi
Jayden Douglas
Dec 17, 20252 min read
The Land of Ice and Fire: The Icelandic Experience
Photography by Utshaho Gupta At the time of the ELEx selection, there was one trip that caught the attention of everyone. STEM in Iceland. This trip was not only the most expensive trip out of the list, but also the one of the farthest, and the most unique. On this trip, one would go around the country with a bus; visit countless breathtaking views; and learn about the unique geographical circumstances, such as the fact that Iceland sits on the edge of two tectonic plates or
Nikolay Roseman
Dec 17, 20254 min read
Get to know Mr. Pike: A pillar in the science department
It may surprise you that one of the AIS science teachers describes himself as having such a “terrible time in AP physics” in high school that he “wrote off science courses” and felt “lost”. This teacher is Mr. Pike. He has taught biology since 2017 and joined the AIS faculty as a high school biology teacher in 2021. Before this, he taught high school chemistry and other university classes at different schools. His struggles with science as a high school student led him to se
Ranesa Sobti
Dec 9, 20252 min read
Celebrating Gratitude: Thanksgiving Traditions at AIS
Above: Featured donation baskets created by secondary school advisories Did you know that “Jingle Bells” was originally written for Thanksgiving? Thanksgiving is a special holiday celebrated throughout the United States, bringing friends and family together to show gratitude—not just for food, but especially for the people around us. The first Thanksgiving was a harvest festival held in 1621 by English colonists and Native Americans. It became a national holiday in 1863, whe
Maelys Dechavassine
Nov 30, 20252 min read
AIS Holds its 40th annual Worldfest
On October 26th, AIS hosted its 40th annual Worldfest. Fifty-seven countries and all inhabited continents were represented on a mild fall day behind the school. In 1980, the year of the first Worldfest, 17 of these countries did not exist as independent states, and another one of them (Germany) was split in two. Delicious food and drinks were offered at the individual booths spread throughout the fest as live music from the stage set up on the blacktop entertained the guests.
Ranesa Sobti
Nov 1, 20252 min read
The Man, The Myth, The Mathemagician: Mr. Venturo’s Journey
Somewhere in the heart of Lima, Peru, a baby was born—not just any baby, but one destined to inspire fear, admiration, and a healthy dose of confusion in high school math students. That baby? None other than Mr. Venturo. Weeks later, his family traded Italian pasta for Peruvian ceviche, settling in Lima, where relatives had already paved the way. Raised between Lima and Florida, Mr. Venturo had a culturally rich upbringing, moving between continents, visiting relatives, and
Joanna Vasiloglou
May 7, 20254 min read
Debating Diplomacy: The Georgia Tech MUN Experience
This year’s Georgia Tech Model United Nations (GT MUN) conference was an exciting event, bringing together hundreds of passionate delegates from schools across the region to engage in diplomatic debates and collaborative diplomacy. From tackling pressing global issues to handling fictional crises, the conference offered an unforgettable experience that deepened participants' understanding of global governance and negotiation. Delegates had the opportunity to participate in a
Joanna Vasiloglou
Dec 6, 20241 min read
Flags and Traditions: UN Day Brings Cultures Together at AIS
Atlanta International School recently celebrated its vibrant annual United Nations Day, a cherished event that honors the school’s multicultural spirit and commitment to global unity. This year, primary students showcased their heritage by dressing in traditional attire, transforming the campus into a vivid display of global culture. From the colorful saris of India to the elegant hanboks of Korea, each outfit represented the unique heritage of AIS’s students. Some wore color
Joanna Vasiloglou
Dec 6, 20241 min read
What Makes Halloween So Special?
Halloween is celebrated on the 31st of October by trick-or-treating, costume parties, carving pumpkins, lighting bonfires, visiting haunted attractions, etc… The origin of Halloween dates back thousands of years ago to the Celtic New Year’s Festival, Samhain. It was a religious celebration marking the end of summer and beginning of a new year. However, it wasn't always cozy fires and warm cider like it is today. It was believed that on this night, the boundary between the dea
Maelys Dechavassine
Oct 29, 20242 min read
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