{"id":835,"date":"2026-10-23T13:42:56","date_gmt":"2026-10-23T13:42:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/?p=835"},"modified":"2026-10-23T14:31:45","modified_gmt":"2026-10-23T14:31:45","slug":"secondary-highlights-aug-sep-26","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/index.php\/2026\/10\/23\/secondary-highlights-aug-sep-26\/","title":{"rendered":"Secondary Highlights (Aug.\/Sep. 26)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Dear Parents and Guardians,<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What an inspiring and eventful start to the 2026\u20132027 academic year! September and October have been filled with learning, achievements, meaningful experiences, and important milestones that reflect the vibrant spirit of our ARIS community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From our successful IB Evaluation and progress towards CIS accreditation to student leadership programmes, career readiness initiatives, and authentic community engagement, we continue to create opportunities for our students to grow beyond the classroom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;The past two months have been particularly demanding, with significant school visits, evaluations, and activities. However, we recognise the importance of keeping our parents informed and remain committed to more timely and consistent communication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At the heart of everything we do is our&nbsp;<strong>Heart, Mind, and Action<\/strong>&nbsp;philosophy, which inspires us to nurture compassionate individuals, critical thinkers, and purposeful changemakers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">My sincere appreciation goes to our teachers, students, and parents for their dedication, trust, and continued partnership.&nbsp;<strong>Our greatest achievement is not simply what we accomplish, but the growth and impact we create together.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I invite you to enjoy the highlights of our journey so far and look forward to another exciting chapter of learning and growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Find below highlights of our activities for Sep.- Oct 26:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Academic Roadmap<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Growing Tomorrow\u2019s Leaders: SRC Induction &amp; JUMP Leadership Training<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Celebrating Excellence: IB Evaluation Success &amp; CIS Accreditation Progress<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Leading Beyond the Classroom: The ARIS\u2013Sage Student Leadership Experience &#8211; Phase 1<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stepping into the Professional World: Year 13 CP Career Readiness Day<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Warm regards,<br><strong>Alpana Mukherjee<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong>High School Principal<br>Al-Rayan International School<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\" id=\"Academic-Roadmap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"26\" src=\"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-1024x26.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-771\" srcset=\"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-1024x26.png 1024w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-300x8.png 300w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-768x20.png 768w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-1536x40.png 1536w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-2048x53.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-aris-orange-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1\"><strong>Academic Roadmap<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We kicked off the semester with Parent Orientations and Curriculum Roadmap sessions across every year group, giving families a clear look at our week-by-week learning plans, assessment timelines, and upcoming events. When school and home share the same map, supporting our students becomes a true team effort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Open and transparent communication is central to our partnership. Here is how we stay connected throughout the year:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>In-Person Meetings:<\/strong> We operate an open-door policy and welcome you to schedule an appointment with us so we can prepare and give you our full, undivided attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Digital Platforms:<\/strong> Toddle remains our main portal for daily updates, school news, and ongoing communication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Student-Led 3-Way Conferences:<\/strong> These face-to-face meetings bring teachers, parents, and students together to reflect on learning and celebrate personal growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Through these channels, we look forward to walking side-by-side with you on your child\u2019s educational journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\" id=\"SRC-Jump\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"26\" src=\"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-1024x26.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-771\" style=\"width:890px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-1024x26.png 1024w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-300x8.png 300w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-768x20.png 768w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-1536x40.png 1536w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-2048x53.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"Staff-Professional-Growth\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-aris-orange-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2\"><strong><strong><strong>Growing Tomorrow\u2019s Leaders: SRC Induction &amp; JUMP Leadership Training<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At ARIS, we continuously challenge ourselves to improve practices for both students and teachers. This At ARIS, developing student leaders is one of our top priorities. We believe leadership is about far more than holding a title; it is about building character, vision, and a spirit of service to our community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On September 18th, as part of our Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Day celebrations, we proudly inducted our new Student Representative Council (SRC) for the 2026\u20132027 academic year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To help our student leaders build skills for a global stage, we partnered with JUMP-Education, a world-renowned youth leadership organization, for a dynamic training program from October 1st to 3rd. Throughout the workshop, students developed essential skills in collaboration, self-awareness, community engagement, and purposeful leadership. A standout highlight was seeing our own student facilitators take charge and lead sessions for their peers on October 2nd and 3rd.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This immersive training empowers our students to lead the ARIS community with confidence and integrity today, while preparing them to make a meaningful difference in the world tomorrow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-id=\"837\" src=\"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/IMG_1217-1-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-837\" srcset=\"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/IMG_1217-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/IMG_1217-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/IMG_1217-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/IMG_1217-1-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/IMG_1217-1-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"527\" data-id=\"838\" src=\"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Jump-1-Large-1024x527.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-838\" srcset=\"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Jump-1-Large-1024x527.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Jump-1-Large-300x154.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Jump-1-Large-768x395.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Jump-1-Large.jpeg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Screenshot<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"686\" data-id=\"839\" src=\"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Jump-2-Large-1024x686.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-839\" srcset=\"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Jump-2-Large-1024x686.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Jump-2-Large-300x201.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Jump-2-Large-768x514.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Jump-2-Large.jpeg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Screenshot<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\" id=\"IB-Evaluation-and-CIS\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"26\" src=\"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-1024x26.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-771\" srcset=\"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-1024x26.png 1024w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-300x8.png 300w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-768x20.png 768w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-1536x40.png 1536w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-2048x53.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"Year-Group-Calendar-of-Activities\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-aris-orange-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3\"><strong><strong><strong>Celebrating Excellence: IB Evaluation Success &amp; CIS Accreditation Progress<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This year marks a major milestone in our school\u2019s history. Earlier this October, we completed our Whole-School IB Program Evaluation\u2014a wonderful opportunity to celebrate our growth and refine our practices across all age groups. A special thank you to all the parents who took time to meet with the IB visiting team from October 5th to 7th; your voices made a meaningful difference!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We are thrilled to share that we have officially received the IB team&#8217;s report. It proudly reaffirms that ARIS remains an exemplary <strong>IB Continuum School<\/strong>, with IB standards and values active in every classroom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Looking ahead, we are taking our next big step by advancing our accreditation with the Council of International Schools (CIS) and the Middle States Association (MSA). As an active CIS member school, our Director and Principals are already preparing for the upcoming accreditation visit, which will further boost ARIS\u2019s global recognition and dedication to continuous improvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Together, these achievements ensure that ARIS continues to deliver world-class education and excellence for your children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"429\" src=\"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/IB-Visit-Large-edited-1-1024x429.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-842\" srcset=\"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/IB-Visit-Large-edited-1-1024x429.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/IB-Visit-Large-edited-1-300x126.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/IB-Visit-Large-edited-1-768x322.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/IB-Visit-Large-edited-1.jpeg 1186w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\" id=\"Sage-Experience\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"26\" src=\"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-1024x26.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-771\" srcset=\"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-1024x26.png 1024w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-300x8.png 300w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-768x20.png 768w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-1536x40.png 1536w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-2048x53.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"AISA-GISS\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-aris-orange-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4\"><strong><strong><strong>Leading Beyond the Classroom: The ARIS\u2013Sage Student Leadership Experience &#8211; Phase 1<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We are excited to share highlights from our new partnership with Sage Experience, a US-based nonprofit specializing in student leadership and community development. Students in Years 9\u201312 recently took part in the first phase of the Sage Leadership Programme; a residential leadership experience at the Sage Centre in Wli, Volta Region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Far more than a standard school trip, this initiative gives our students hands-on, real-world leadership experience.Partnering with the Wli Agumatsa Waterfalls Tourist Reception, students explored the theme <em>&#8220;Advancing Rural Development through Tourism.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Using a design-thinking approach, our young leaders actively engaged with community members to identify local needs.As part of this year-long project, students gathered valuable data and interviewed tourists, tour guides, and local business owners. They will now work together to develop sustainable solutions to enhance tourism in Wli.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Through this immersive experience, students built and refined essential lifelong skills:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Leadership &amp; Collaboration:<\/strong> Strengthening teamwork, empathy, intercultural understanding, and delegation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Creative Problem-Solving:<\/strong> Conducting field research, setting goals, and designing sustainable project solutions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Effective Communication:<\/strong> Practicing public speaking, negotiation, and thoughtful community engagement.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We are incredibly proud of our students for stepping out of the classroom to serve and empower others, and we look forward to the second part of this journey during the March\/April break!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"843\" src=\"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Sage-1-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-843\" srcset=\"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Sage-1-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Sage-1-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Sage-1-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Sage-1.jpeg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"847\" src=\"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Sage-2-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-847\" srcset=\"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Sage-2-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Sage-2-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Sage-2-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Sage-2.jpeg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"846\" src=\"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Sage-3-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-846\" srcset=\"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Sage-3-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Sage-3-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Sage-3-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Sage-3.jpeg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"666\" data-id=\"848\" src=\"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Sage-4-edited.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-848\" srcset=\"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Sage-4-edited.jpeg 960w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Sage-4-edited-300x208.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Sage-4-edited-768x533.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\" id=\"CP2-Meet-HR\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"26\" src=\"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-1024x26.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-771\" srcset=\"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-1024x26.png 1024w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-300x8.png 300w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-768x20.png 768w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-1536x40.png 1536w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-2048x53.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-aris-orange-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-5\"><strong>Stepping into the Professional World: Year 13 CP Career Readiness Day<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On Monday, October 5th, our Year 13 Career-related Programme (CP) students took an exciting step toward their future careers during our interactive Career Readiness Event at the DMPH.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dressed in full business attire, students tackled a key Personal and Professional Skills (PPS) inquiry: <em>&#8220;How Do I Communicate My Value?&#8221;<\/em> Each student participated in a 25-minute, one-on-one interview simulation with visiting HR leaders, gaining hands-on practice in professional communication, workplace expectations, and articulating their personal strengths.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Following each mock interview, our guest experts provided our students with candid, constructive feedback to help them reflect, grow, and build confidence for life beyond school.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We are grateful to our partnership with Rana Motors, Enterprise Insurance and Paloma Hotel and&nbsp; to our guest HR professionals for sharing their time, insights, and mentorship with our students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We are immensely proud of the professionalism, maturity, and poise our Year 13 CP students displayed throughout this activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"577\" data-id=\"854\" src=\"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/HR1-Large-1024x577.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-854\" srcset=\"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/HR1-Large-1024x577.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/HR1-Large-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/HR1-Large-768x433.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/HR1-Large.jpeg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Screenshot<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-id=\"849\" src=\"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/HR2-Large-1024x576.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-849\" srcset=\"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/HR2-Large-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/HR2-Large-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/HR2-Large-768x432.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/HR2-Large.jpeg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-id=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/HR3-1024x576.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-853\" srcset=\"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/HR3-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/HR3-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/HR3-768x432.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/HR3-1536x864.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/HR3-2048x1152.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-id=\"851\" src=\"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/HR4-Large-1024x576.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-851\" srcset=\"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/HR4-Large-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/HR4-Large-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/HR4-Large-768x432.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/HR4-Large.jpeg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-id=\"852\" src=\"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/HR6-Large-1024x576.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-852\" srcset=\"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/HR6-Large-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/HR6-Large-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/HR6-Large-768x432.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/HR6-Large.jpeg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\" id=\"Inspire-Citizen\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"26\" src=\"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-1024x26.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-771\" srcset=\"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-1024x26.png 1024w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-300x8.png 300w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-768x20.png 768w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-1536x40.png 1536w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-2048x53.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-aris-orange-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6\"><strong>Expanding Our Partnership with Inspire Citizens<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At ARIS, we are always seeking ways to enhance learning for our students and support the growth of our teachers.Following the great success of the &#8220;Heart-Mind-Action&#8221; framework in our Primary Years Programme (PYP); highlighted during our PYP Exhibition; we are excited to expand our partnership with <strong>Inspire Citizens<\/strong> into secondary school this year!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Secondary teachers across key areas; including the MYP Personal Project, DP Theory of Knowledge (TOK), CP Core,and our Wellbeing program; are now working with Inspire Citizens. This ensures a seamless, shared approach to learning across all four IB programmes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our guiding motto, \u201cLearning for Everyone,\u201d remains at the center of this initiative. By investing in continuous training for our educators, we are directly investing in the success, wellbeing, and growth of every learner at ARIS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\" id=\"Looking-Ahead\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"26\" src=\"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-1024x26.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-771\" srcset=\"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-1024x26.png 1024w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-300x8.png 300w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-768x20.png 768w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-1536x40.png 1536w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-2048x53.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-aris-orange-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-7\"><strong>Looking Ahead<\/strong> <strong>&amp; Dates to Remember<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Regular Newsletters:<\/strong>\u00a0Expect the next edition at the end of this semester,\u00a0featuring highlights like ARISMUN &#8217;26, student achievements,\u00a0and key milestones.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Exhibitions:<\/strong>\u00a0Parents will be invited to special showcases of learning,\u00a0ranging from interactive exhibitions to project-based displays.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Teacher Professional Growth:<\/strong>\u00a0Our faculty continues to participate in IB training,\u00a0blended learning workshops,and instructional coaching,\u00a0ensuring every ARIS classroom thrives as a &#8220;thinking classroom.&#8221;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Toddle Communication:<\/strong>\u00a0Important updates and notifications across all departments continue to be delivered through Toddle.\u00a0Please check Toddle regularly to stay updated on university deadlines,\u00a0higher education fairs,upcoming enrichment opportunities,\u00a0wellbeing activities,\u00a0and key dates.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dates to Remember<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>3-Way Conferences:<\/strong>\u00a0October 30,\u00a02026<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Year 13 Mock Examinations:<\/strong>\u00a0November 3\u201313,\u00a02026<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>End-of-Semester Examinations (Years 7\u201312):<\/strong>\u00a0November 19\u201330,\u00a02026<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Year 13 3-Way Conferences:<\/strong>\u00a0December 1\u20133,\u00a02026<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>LEAD Week &amp; Exhibitions:<\/strong> December 7\u201310,\u00a02026<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>End of Semester 1:<\/strong>\u00a0December 11,\u00a02026<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\" id=\"New-Faculty\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"26\" src=\"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-1024x26.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-771\" srcset=\"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-1024x26.png 1024w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-300x8.png 300w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-768x20.png 768w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-1536x40.png 1536w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-2048x53.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"Welcoming-New-Faculty-Members\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-aris-orange-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8\"><strong>Welcoming New Faculty Members<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We are delighted to welcome several new members to our ARIS faculty team,&nbsp;each bringing valuable experience and expertise to enrich our learning community:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Mr. Peter Dornyame:<\/strong>\u00a0MYP and DP Maths Facilitator<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mr. Vincent Nana Opoku &amp; Ms. Josephine Bamfo:<\/strong>\u00a0MYP Design Facilitators<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mr. Charles Amaning:<\/strong>\u00a0MYP Science Facilitator<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ms. Blessed Okyere-Nyarko:<\/strong>\u00a0Spanish Facilitator<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mr. Daniel Dotse Akwada:<\/strong>\u00a0Wellbeing and DP Psychology Facilitator<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We are confident that each of these educators will make a meaningful contribution to our mission of empowering every learner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"26\" src=\"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-1024x26.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-771\" srcset=\"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-1024x26.png 1024w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-300x8.png 300w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-768x20.png 768w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-1536x40.png 1536w, https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Vision-2030-Newsletter-Graphics_Strip-1-copy-2048x53.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-aris-orange-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-9\"><strong>A Note of Gratitude<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We thank you, our parents, for your unwavering support and trust. Together, we are designing the future of education\u2014one that is bold, inclusive, and rooted in values.&nbsp; Please go to the program-specific&nbsp; pages for more details.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dear Parents and Guardians, What an inspiring and eventful start to the 2026\u20132027 academic year! September and October have been filled with learning, achievements, meaningful experiences, and important milestones that reflect the vibrant spirit of our ARIS community. From our successful IB Evaluation and progress towards CIS accreditation to student leadership programmes, career readiness initiatives, &#8230; <a title=\"Secondary Highlights (Aug.\/Sep. 26)\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/index.php\/2026\/10\/23\/secondary-highlights-aug-sep-26\/\" aria-label=\"More on Secondary Highlights (Aug.\/Sep. 26)\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-835","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/835","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=835"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/835\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":859,"href":"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/835\/revisions\/859"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=835"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=835"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/newsletter.aris.edu.gh\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=835"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}