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–by Sarah Abrams–   The 2019 musical production of Bye Bye Birdie, which featured performers from all sections of RIS—and even some parents—was the result of more than four months of intense preparation by students, teachers, and crew members. During that time, the performers learned choreography for several dance numbers, mastered...

–by Sudarat T. Attanawin, Director of Strategic Initiatives/HR– RIS administrators and a group of over 140 prospective RIS Ratchapruek parents came together earlier this year to celebrate the tradition of academic, service, and cultural excellence at Ad Astra Day, which is Latin for “to the stars.” The event was an...

–by Alison Clare– “Playrooms and games, animals and plants, wood and nails must take their place side-by-side with books and words.” — Angelo Patri

–by Matthew Smith– It was 6:00 pm on a Saturday evening, and for many hundreds of spectators and athletes in attendance, the Phoenix Pool was about to say farewell in the most exciting fashion. It was the closing event of SEASAC Senior Swimming 2019—the boys 4x100 freestyle relay. At Mr...

–by Kyleigh Pharris and Callie Chavers–  “Any curriculum is the outcome of someone’s choices among all the things in the world that are for children to learn. In an emergent curriculum, the choices are made by the children and by the adults who know them.”  —Jones & Reynolds, “The Play’s...

–By Sariya (Ahya) Angeles-Ahmed, Grade 4-3– On Saturday, January 19, most of the students from the grades 3–5 Religion classes of Sr. Gladys gathered together at school for a recollection. Recollection Day is about bringing the Religion students to work together, to learn more about God, and be reminded about...

–By Christy Jefrin James Chandrajith– The National Honor Society is an international organization that recognizes and encourages outstanding high school students who demonstrate excellence within the four pillars of scholarship, service, leadership, and character. The RIS chapter of the Society has long since branched off into several committees that coordinate...

–By Ms.Shirley Gamble, Service Learning Coordinator– This year we were very successful with integrating the school’s Principles of Phoenix of Heads, Hands, and Heart to show how we use our knowledge to become collaborative and resourceful students who help others in need.

–By Thanakorn Pun Rojanasasitornwong– Are you considering challenging yourself with a rigorous AP language course? Or is your child interested in taking an AP course? If so, you have come to the right place. While AP classes can seem intimidating and challenging for many students, it is worth looking beyond...