International School of Indiana

SEASON RECAP | Varsity Track & Field

The Gryphons Track & Field program took important steps forward during the 2026 season. From athletes setting personal records to strong performances at sectionals and regionals, the team showed steady improvement throughout the year. While injuries presented challenges along the way, the Gryphons remained committed to their goals and continued to compete with determination, making this season another positive chapter in the program's growth.

To read more about the season, click the link in our bio!

On Friday, ISI student-athletes and their families came together for the Athletics Awards Assembly to celebrate a year of hard work and memorable accomplishments. Athletes from across our programs were recognized for their contributions throughout the season, and the Gryphon Guide Awards were presented to students who demonstrated exceptional leadership, sportsmanship, and dedication to their teams. Keep an eye on the ISI Athletics page this week as we recognize each of this year’s Gryphon Guide recipients!

The assembly ended with a heartfelt tribute to Grade 7/8 Soccer teammate Ben Wade. His teammates signed a jersey that was presented to his family, honoring Ben’s place on the team and the impact he had on those around him.

This week, our Grade 5 students marked an exciting milestone at the Moving Up Ceremony, celebrating the end of their Primary Years Programme and Lower School journey.

We're proud to recognize their accomplishments as they prepare to begin Middle School this fall! Special congratulations to Raegan, Aarav, Ian, and Luisa, recipients of the President’s Award for Educational Achievement, honoring their exceptional growth, dedication to learning, and service to the ISI community.

Way to go, Gryphons!

This morning, our Kindergarten students shared their learning and experiences during their End of Unit Celebration focused on how people express emotions through movement and music. This collaborative unit brought together music, physical education, and homeroom learning in such a meaningful way!

Families enjoyed wonderful student performances and even joined in on fun musical movement activities in the gym. In music class this unit, students explored hula dance and the history behind it, learning special pieces including “Kapulu Kāne,” “Pūpū Hinuhinu,” and “Kahuli Calling.”

A very special thank you to former ISI music teacher Mrs. Karen Ivy for volunteering her time to teach our students. Since retiring from ISI, she has spent the past 15 years studying hula, and we are so grateful she shared her knowledge and passion with our community. Thank you to all of the teachers and families who helped make this celebration so special!

Congratulations to the ISI Class of 2026! This exceptional group of driven and talented students has left a lasting impact on our community. With impressive college acceptances and outstanding personal and academic achievements, there is so much for the Class of 2026 to be proud of and celebrate!

Highlights from the Class of 2026 include:
Achieved a 100% four-year college acceptance rate.
Earned over $6.9 million in merit scholarships and awards, averaging $277,000 per student.
Léo-Paul Perrin named National Merit Scholarship Finalist - earned by fewer than one percent of seniors!
Michael Kreutz named Indiana Academic All-Star.
Two collegiate athletes - Isabela Gonzalez Knarr (Softball) and Ashwin Long (Cross Country and Track & Field).
Six College Board Recognitions - Jules Dassonville, Kadin Doles, Isabela Gonzalez Knarr, Michael Kreutz, Léo-Paul Perrin, and Isaac Pleasure-Kranowitz.

For more information about the Class of 2026’s accomplishments, click the link in our bio!

Last week, Grade 9 students wrapped up their interdisciplinary unit, Global Issues Global Solutions, combining their learning from Science and Individuals & Societies classes. As part of the project, students researched a country, explored its history and current challenges, and identified one developmental issue facing the country. They then proposed potential solutions using skills and knowledge from both subjects.

The project concluded with students presenting their research and ideas to the ISI community, while reflecting on how interdisciplinary learning connects concepts across subjects and develops real-world problem-solving skills!

Last week, our Kindergarten students teamed up with High School musicians for a special collaboration all about expression through music and movement! As part of their “How We Express Ourselves” unit, Kindergarten students have been exploring how people express emotions through music and movement while learning about different musical styles and instruments. High School students performed songs, introduced their instruments, and gave the younger students the chance to try making music themselves.