JIS Blog

JIS students and members of Code Red, a High School service club, explore the harsh realities of Indonesian period poverty and the organizations fighting to end it. 
 

Meet the Faces of JIS who share their talents, skills, and passion with us every day to help create an enriching learning environment for the entire community. One of these dedicated educators is Pattimura Elementary (PEL) Dance Teacher Franciskus "Frans" Setiawan, who spoke to us about his daily routine, what he loves most about working at JIS, and much more. 

Renowned literacy consultant Matt Glovers returns to Jakarta Intercultural School (JIS) to connect with teachers, students, and parents and share with them the current best practices for developing writers in and outside the classroom.

From classroom activities to schoolwide events, parent volunteer organizations to workshops and information sessions, JIS parents have a broad range of opportunities to stay engaged throughout the school year. 

JIS student and Feedback magazine writer Cahaya R. takes a closer look at JIS High School's Bahasa Indonesia courses and how they cater to the language and cultural needs of the school's Indonesian students.

While school open house events can offer a treasure trove of information for parents, their experience can easily turn into an overwhelming deluge of details that lead to even more questions and concerns. We sat down with JIS Admissions Manager Kathleen Ngkaion to get her advice on how parents can organize their thoughts.

We sat down with Alvernia, a JIS High School student and the author of '221 Reasons Why We Love JIS', to talk about her book, the inspiration behind it, and what she learned about herself and JIS during the writing process.  

JIS student and Feedback writer Brooke A. dives into the backstory of one of JIS's most highly anticipated sporting events, the IASAS Exchanges. 

Three-time Indonesian Golf Tour winner Danny Masrin tells us about his time at JIS and how our school helped shape his ongoing trajectory in golf and as a professional athlete.

JIS Grade 12 student Nadyne is on a mission to make a difference. We had the chance to get to know her and learn more about her daily routine, future goals, and dedication to service, including the renewable energy initiative she recently launched in Wonogiri, Central Java.

JIS student and Feedback magazine writer Ghassana A. gets to know our invaluable Parent-Teacher Association and the many amazing things they do for the Dragon community.

With over 60 nationalities represented among our more than 2,000 students, we celebrate diversity and embrace multiculturalism with open arms. Here are some ways JIS fosters an inclusive environment where students learn, grow, and appreciate the richness of different perspectives, celebrations, and cultures.

Allyson Puls-Dharmadji was a JIS teacher, parent, and key contributor to the growth of Pattimura Elementary (PEL) for over 32 years. She shared with us her incredible experience and deep connection with JIS, including how PEL has grown over the years and her most cherished memories as a Dragon.

Open House events are a great way for parents to gain insights into schools so they can make an informed decision on which one is best for their child. To help them on their journey, JIS Admissions Manager Kathleen Ngkaion has provided five questions every parent should ask at a school Open House.

JIS High School student Alvernia asked her classmates to name one thing they love most about our school. She compiled their responses to create a book of thoughtful and insightful quotes titled, “221 Reasons Why We Love JIS”. Here are just a few of their answers.

The middle school years, spanning Grades 6 to 8, mark a crucial phase of development for students. It’s a time for them to explore the different facets of themselves, try out new areas of interest, and freely discover their potential. Here are just a few examples of the many interactive cocurricular opportunities JIS Middle School has to offer.

Can you keep your values with whatever you do?” Indian American U.S congresswoman and JIS graduate, Pramila Jayapal posed this question, challenging the JIS community last April. Jayapal’s incredible ideas, works, and achievements have answered this question of consistent morality.

Arnold is making a difference in Sawandarek village, Raja Ampat, West Papua. Through his collaboration with Solar House (SoHo), a non-profit organization, he has established five sets of solar panels, bringing practical access to electricity to the local community.

On March 25, Jakarta Intercultural School welcomed over 65 educators from 11 state and  international schools to engage in our first Local Jakarta SENIA conference since 2020. We’ve asked SENIA Jakarta chairperson and JIS teacher Emily Simbaña questions about her background, the organization, and the importance of inclusive education.

After the frenzy of junior year, most seniors are already accustomed to the AP and IB system. At this point, students better know each program’s exact requirements and expectations, making transitioning less complicated.