Opinion
Later Bells, Better Days? Is 9:05 a good starting time?
By: Bruce H., Grade 9 At many schools, the debate over the best starting time for school is still ongoing. But for students whose school day already begins at 9:05 a.m., the question sounds a little different: Is this late enough, or should it start even later? For some students, the current schedule feels like a big improvement to their former schools. “Starting at […]
WHY IS EVERYONE TALKING ABOUT ICE?
By Scarlett T., Grade 10 ICE has become a name that appears in the news almost every single day. For some people, ICE is law enforcement and security, while for others it raises many concerns about safety and human rights. As ICE continues to have strong reactions across the country and at MIS, understanding what […]
MIS Cheer Squad Lifts Off
by Anintika B., Uma R., Phoebe Z., Grade 10 Acrobatics, gymnastics, tumbling and dancing, the MIS Cheer Squad has done it all in our previous whole school assembly, leaving the audience impressed. But have you wondered what happens behind the scenes? How was the cheer team formed or what skills makes a cheerleader? We interviewed […]
Festivals through the Eyes of a Teen
By Luna G, Grade 9 “We must learn to live together as brothers or perish together as fools.” -Martin Luther King Jr. Parties usually smell the same. Food, smoke and beer. From Munich’s Oktoberfest to Rio’s Carnival to Coachella and even house/frat parties that are scattered across the world, people attend to enjoy tradition, enjoy […]
What Everyone Thinks About the New Cafeteria Company
By Keira O, Melina M, Bella K, Grade 9 The cafeteria is new and improved and both staff and students have been sharing their opinions. Follow us as we explore what’s new, what’s been going on in the new place so far with the new company, Genuss & Harmonie. Why Is Lunch More Expensive? The […]
Have You Ever Wanted MIS To Do a Broadway Level Musical? Well, We Have the Solution!
By Luca B and Elke F, Grade 10 Lately the plays at our school have been… a bit questionable. You’ve probably heard or seen of some of the last few plays our Senior School has put on for us. Maybe you’ve even participated in them. Now there is nothing more fun than watching a good […]
Zelensky vs. Trump: An International Feud
By: Sidd S. and Jonah L., Grade 7 This is about the fight in the Oval Office between Zelenskyy and Trump. What does the MIS community think of Trump and Zelenskyy?
A 10th graders guide to success in the e-assessments
By Eva L, Grade 10 10th grade students are coming to the point where they must start preparing for their e-assessments. The e-assessments start on the 5th of May and go on for around 2 weeks. These are final exams for the 10thgraders before they go into the IB in 11th and 12th grade. The e-assessments are a very […]
Opinion: How TikTok is Affecting the Gen Z Generation
By Zoe G., Grade 9 Have you even wondered why the U.S temporarily banned TikTok? This event happened on the 19th of January 2025 and the same day 12 hours after this restriction it was unbanned. The real reason behind this course of action was the potential threat of Chinas being owner of this application […]
The Rise and Fall of the Dream SMP: A Jump Back to the Past
By Melek Z., Charlotte H. (Grade 10) Now, imagine its 2021, you lay down on your bed and open YouTube to see a trending Minecraft server where every block placed, every word spoken and every alliance formed could shift the course of a ongoing story. That was the magic of the Dream SMP that captivated […]
Do Locks Affect the Clocks?
By: Lucia S. and Pearl B., Grade 6 Do you ever feel like locker locks waste your time or do they just make your nerves explode when they won’t open? Watch this video to find out if you are not alone!
Smartphones in Schools, a Tool for Learning or a Distraction?
By Scarlett T. and Amerie M., Grade 9 We thought phones being banned in school would be an outrageous idea … until we started writing this article. In classrooms across the world, smartphone usage in schools is beginning to be a big topic of conversation. For many students, their phones are one of their most […]
Off Topic: Students and Staff React to US Election
Off Topic is a podcast made by students, for students. We cover topics from conspiracies, the weather and film—but we promise to never stay on topic! This podcast dives into the world of politics, covering the 2024 US election. What are the students and staff points of view? Well, lets find out in this podcast […]
MIS School Lunches: Recipe for Something Unappetizing
By Melek Z., Grade 10 For the last 3 years I have been attending MIS, the school hot lunches have been quite a debate among students. The simple topic of nourishment has become an issue over nutrition and taste – and the verdict from students is not flattering. Many complaints about the hot lunches rise, […]
Does Döner Deal Mean Happy Meal?
By: Lino S. and Til K., Grade 7 Many middle school students dislike the food, we asked and interview people what they think of the cafeteria food. We need to make a change as fast as possible. So we want to get a Döner deal because Döner deal means happy meal. for more info click […]
OFF TOPIC: How Fashion Changes Over The Decades
By: Isabella D, Grade 10 This episode is an interview of 2 teenage girls discussing their opinions of fashion over the decades, getting into trends, style, and self-expression through. This interview explores origin and how certain comebacks are making their way into this generation. What we love and what we hate, find out in this […]
From Oktoberfest to Any Fest: Ensuring Women’s Safety
By Scarlett T., Grade 9 Festivals, whether it’s Oktoberfest in Munich, a local music festival, or a large cultural event, are a celebration of community and fun. However, they can also present challenges, especially regarding safety. How can women safely enjoy Oktoberfest or any festival with large crowds, alcohol, and a lively environment? Just imagine […]
Best Films for Fall
By Jade J. Grade 10 Fall, the season of colorful leaves coating the floor and rainy weather to stay shielded from inside. The season where pumpkin is the preferred flavor, and the smell of baked goods and spices waft through the air. Where all you want to do is stay nestled on the couch with a blanket […]
THE Music Album of 2024
By Charlotte H., Grade 9 Has Billie Eilish made the most anticipated album of the year for students? “Hit Me Hard and Soft”, the 3rd studio album by Billie Eilish, came out on May 17, 2024, and it sparked excitement throughout our school and the whole world. Before the album came out students […]
Normalizing Queerness in Media: A Curated List
By Red B., Grade 9 Now that pride month is upon us, it is time to talk about a very important part of queer culture: Queer Media. Unfortunately, this seems to be the most common form of queer media, and this disappoints many people. “So many other series than mention queer characters being LGBTQ+ is […]