![In the end of Semester 1, AISG grade 10 students made choices that would influence them for the coming two years of International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) and possibly their future academic careers. They would be choosing an array of courses, aiming to fit their academic strengths and passions. According to the IB official website, the IBDP develops inquiring, knowledgeable students by requiring students to take courses in different disciplines and allowing each student to make unique course combinations. Students […]](https://beacon.aisgz.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG_2676-1400x912.jpg)
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![The student narrative of the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) is well-known: a relentless gauntlet of internal assessments, extended essays, and sleepless nights. But what about the dedicated professionals who design the lessons, grade the papers, and provide the steadying hand through the two-year storm? Within the demanding International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, science courses are often a consistent source of student stress. It is in this challenging context that Mr. Joe Boettcher, current IBDP Physics teacher, brings a unique perspective, […]](https://beacon.aisgz.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/WechatIMG234.jpg)
![Image of Senior Lounge, picture provided by Sofia S By: Maxi S. The transition from junior to senior year is always a challenge. It’s filled with extra worries, anxiety, countless late nights of studying, and revising cumulatives and summatives to improve predicted grades (PGs). While every class faces this task, students shouldn’t have to suffer more than necessary. This is why the idea of a senior lounge — a place where seniors can relax and destress — is so valued. […]](https://beacon.aisgz.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-20-at-8.16.06-PM.png)
![We often imagine a secondary school counselor’s office as a place for crises and mental turmoil. But step behind our secondary school counselor, Ms. Brittney Young’s door, and you’re just as likely to find a conversation against sacrificing sleep, jumping on a mini-trampoline, or a heated discussion regarding neuroscience! The stories the walls could tell aren’t just about course selections and test scores; they’re stories of anxiety, triumph, confusion, and growth. So, how did the person who “loves going to […]](https://beacon.aisgz.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/WechatIMG215.jpg)
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The Challenges of a Tech-Free Zone in Our School Library
Our school library, taken by author By Alyssa C The school library has always been an essential space for students who seek quiet, focus, collaboration, and academic spaces. However, technology has transformed these spaces in past years. The digital devices s... More »
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Why Did China Trips Change?
(Image of class of 2026 China Trips in 2023, image from @aisgz) Starting next school year, China trips return to their pre-COVID date in April, with a couple more additional changes. It’s not just cut a day short. The activities, locations, and purpose of Chi... More »
Wordle #1, March 9
Wordle #1, March 9th, 2026. Here is the first game in the series, featuring school-themed mini games such as Wordle—this game—as well as Strands. Starting now, both the Wordle and Strands puzzles will be updated once every two weeks on Monday. This idea was inspired by the mini games from The New York Times as well as similar initiatives previously created by peers. For the first week, the theme i... More »
Strands #1, March 9
Strands #1, March 9, 2026 Here is the first Strands of this project, where you must find jumbled-up words in the same theme. For today’s topic, you must find words related to things you shouldn’t do in school. If you have ideas or questions about puzzles and crosswords, feel free to reach out to me or any of the Beacon members. Have fun! Click here to open March 9, 2026 – Strands 1 If the link doe... More »
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It’s Time to Talk About the Rams Day Phone Policy
Image acquired from WIRED It has long been the practice at AISG for Upper Secondary (US) students to have the privilege of being able to use their cell phones for responsible study and related purposes. In general, the notion... More »
Can AISG and Sustainability Really Be Best Friends?
WRITTEN BY SHANAY S. Can AISG and sustainability really be best friends? Integrating eco-friendly practices and a green curriculum is a proven method to not just protect the environment, but to also boost the sense of belonging, enhance student’s performance in class, and develop lifelong habits for a greener planet. Even though our school is following some eco-friendly techniques, we can increase... More »
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Beyond the Classroom: The Journey of Mr. Diego Buchheim
If you were to walk past Mr. Diego Buchheim’s classroom at AISG, you might see a Secondary Health and PE teacher explaining a concept with energy and confidence. What you might not see is the journey of a once extremely shy... More »
Senioritis: A Senior’s Guide to Staying Motivated
By: Oasis T. As I sit here in the middle of my final year, I’ve come to realize that senioritis is not just a myth whispered about in the hallways or a distant concept we all thought we would be the exception to – it’s a very real thing, and I’m living it. Senioritis, as defined by the Oxford Dictionary, is “a reduced motivation toward studies displayed by students who are nearing the end of thei... More »
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Varsity Tennis: An Insider View
Photo taken during Tri-Cities posted on RamNation Recap September 22-26 By: Yuhan L The start of season 1 athletics is always a vibrant scene at AISG, yet there are always concerns from students and parents: Th e life of high... More »
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Tips from Students: Balancing Schoolwork and After-School Activities
Image made by author using Canva By: Achendra S. The school year has started and already many students in the AISG community have eagerly signed up for the after-school activities (ASAs) and proved their commitment to the sch... More »
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2025 Door decorations: An outburst of creativity in AISG
Picture of 2025/26-year upper secondary door decoration contest winning design, image from Door decoration Padlet. By: Woni L As the first quarter of the school year slowly came to an end, the annual door decorating contest ... More »
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Your Passport to APAC Adventures
Varsity Girls Soccer @ SFS for APAC Soccer 2025, taken from @aisgzram By: Oasis T. For many students, the Asia-Pacific Activities Conference, or APAC, is a highlight of the school year. It represents the culmination of a ... More »
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