AAS High School Student Council

We are proud to once more announce March's student of the month: Noa, from grade 10! Noa enchanted us all with her excellent performance at the Valentines Day assembly- through combining a variety of love songs, she made a single piece that was astoundingly lovely. We hope Noa pursues her obvious talent, and hope to hear more from her in the future. March's teacher of the month is Ms. Will, for her tireless efforts in this busy time of year for both grades 11 and 12 as well as for always having chocolates in her office. We appreciate your work and its lasting impacts.

We are proud to announce January's Student of the Month: Leonardo, from grade 12! Leo amazed us all with his performance in the Rocky Horror Picture Show and the stellar reviews of his IB Theatre exam performance. We wish Leonardo the best fortune in the future and hope that he continues to exceed all of our expectations. January's Teacher of the Month is Mr. Gray, nominated for his efforts in helping all HS students, but especially the grade 12s with the college application process. His exceptional service will have lasting impacts on us all.

Stressed about exams or just had a rough weekend? Enjoy a comfortable Monday in your pajamas guilt-free by raising school spirit and participating in this spirit day!

Support the Student Council, curb your sweet tooth, and begin exams on the right note by buying baked goods in the Hall of Flags during HS lunch tomorrow (Friday, December 9)!

Congratulations to all grade 12 literature students who completed their IOCs and good luck to grade 11's who will begin taking their semester exams tomorrow!

Congratulations to Jessika (pictured with StuCo President Fizzy) and Janek for winning the Holiday-themed egg toss! Both students received 500 rub value Starbucks gift cards after being able to catch an egg in a Santa hat (after tossing it approximately 28 meters)!

The November Teacher of the Month is Ms. Hogwood, who set aside her new position as Gifted and Talented Program Coordinator to teach her English and Literature classes. These classes are still waiting for Ms. Playfair (the new English teacher) to receive her visa and arrive. Ms. Hogwood has sacrificed her time and effort to help her pre-IB and IB Diploma students in their study of Literature, but has now moved on to her "real job." We are sad to see her go, but are thankful for her years of service, help, and for the wisdom she has no doubt imparted on all her students.

*Student/Teacher of the Month is our new campaign, through which we recognize members of the AAS community who stood out in a given month. Comment or let StuCo reps know if you think you know who the next Student and Teacher of the Month should be :)

We are proud to announce November's Student of the Month: Alix, from grade 9! Alix fosters her passion for writing by spending a significant time each day working on a novel; she has even entered writing competitions. We wish Sasha the best of luck in her endeavors and believer her independent writing exemplifies a true love for learning.

*Student/Teacher of the Month is our new campaign, through which we recognize members of the AAS community who stood out in a given month. Comment or let StuCo reps know if you think you know who the next Student and Teacher of the Month should be :)

Congratulations to Emily (12), who emptied a raw pumpkin with a bottle cap in 50 seconds and Saniya (9), who also used a bottle cap to empty a pumpkin and did so in 71 seconds! Both students will receive a 500 ruble Starbucks gift card to sip on Pumpkin Spice Lattes ;)

Thank you to everyone who participated in our Halloween Pumpkin-Emptying Contest! Winners of 500 rub Starbucks gift cards will be announced this weekend :)

We encourage all High School students and faculty to wear pink every Wednesday in the month of October to raise awareness for breast cancer!

The Student and Teacher of the Month for October are Paul and Mr. Thornley! Paul (grade 10) has been recognized for his dedication to his studies of music - in order to graduate from a Russian music school, he leaves from 3rd and 4th block every day to attend classes there, yet still manages to serve as an exemplary student to all in his grade. Mr. Thornley made the effort to spend every day after school with his 9th and 10th grade students who need help and has organized Saturday study sessions for his IB Chemistry students. Keep up the excellent effort, and thank you to your contribution to the AAS spirit and community!