International Academy PTIA Meeting: April 6th, 2022

Reporting by Leah Raymond (’22) The movement to approve the minutes from the last meeting passed with no adjustments. Business Coalition Update: Katja FischerThe responses received so far from the parents of the school have been very encouraging.  Mr. Tecmire is working on pairing club leaders with business leaders for future implementation.  There is a possibility that the Coalition will go into effect this year, … Continue reading International Academy PTIA Meeting: April 6th, 2022

The Return of the IASA Show

The annual IASA show made a big return Saturday after limited festivities last year. This year’s show, “Saath O Saath,” featured an alluring and glamorous collaboration between the Indian American Student Associations of both West and Central. The show opened with emcees from West, Lucas Poota and Rikhil Sankati. After a heartwarming performance of the American national anthem, Sanjana Kandiraju (’22) sang the Indian national … Continue reading The Return of the IASA Show

International Academy Student Senate Meeting: March 2nd, 2022

Reporting by Leah Raymond (’22) About The Student Senate is a group of student leaders throughout the International Academy coming together to discuss the ways in which the community can work together to make the IA a happier and healthier environment for the student body. Goals A positive climate and culture Student leadership supporting other leadership efforts Supporting student successes Building an inclusive community of … Continue reading International Academy Student Senate Meeting: March 2nd, 2022

International Academy Governance Council Meeting: February 16th, 2022

In Attendance Avondale School District, Bloomfield Hills Schools, Birmingham Public Schools, Huron Valley School District, Rochester Community Schools, Troy School District Public Comment There was no public comment on agenda items. The movement to approve the agenda passed. The movement to approve the minutes from the October 22nd meeting passed with no adjustments. Service Learning at IA – Making an Impact: Lisa Belotti The UN … Continue reading International Academy Governance Council Meeting: February 16th, 2022

International Academy PTIA Meeting: February 9th, 2022

The movement to approve the minutes from the last meeting passed with no adjustments. EVOLVEK12+: Maria Kopicki A retired teacher from Avondale Middle school, Ms. Kopicki received her real-estate license just before the pandemic began.  She has a heart for community service, and donates masks, lunches, and care packages to local nurses through her nonprofit EVOLVEK12+.  Additionally, she is sponsoring a cheer team and buying … Continue reading International Academy PTIA Meeting: February 9th, 2022

Op-Ed Contest Results

We’re so pleased to announce that the results of the first ever Overachiever Op-Ed Contest are now out. With nearly 100 entrants, the Overachiever board spent countless hours deliberating on and reviewing submissions. In the end, we selected 3 Winners, 5 Finalists, 10 Semi-Finalists, and will be awarding $275 in prize money. Congratulations to the winners and a huge shout out to everyone who submitted … Continue reading Op-Ed Contest Results

The Ripple Effect: IA Reflects on the Oxford Shooting

By Olivia Schrauwen (‘24) “The chain reaction of evil— hate begetting hate, wars producing more wars— must be broken, or else we shall be plunged into the dark abyss of annihilation.” These were the words of Martin Luther King Jr many years ago. Even though these words were spoken during very different times, his words can still be applied to the recent events of today’s … Continue reading The Ripple Effect: IA Reflects on the Oxford Shooting

International Academy Governance Council Meeting: October 27th, 2021

Reporting by Leah Raymond (’22) In Attendance Bloomfield Hills Schools, Birmingham Public Schools, Huron Valley Schools, Troy School District Public Comment There was no public comment. Principal’s Report IB Evaluation: Lynne Gibson The Evaluation will take place from Wednesday, November 10th until Friday, November 12th. The IB shall meet twice with the Governance Body on November 10th; included in the meeting shall be two consortium … Continue reading International Academy Governance Council Meeting: October 27th, 2021

International Academy Governance Council Meeting: September 15th, 2021

Reporting by Leah Raymond (’22) In Attendance Avondale School District, Bloomfield Hills Schools, Birmingham Public Schools, Royal Oak Schools, Rochester Community Schools, Troy School District, West Bloomfield School District Public Comment Amy Hochkammer, a Birmingham Public School Board of Education Trustee and member of the Oakland County Schoolboard spoke in regards to Agenda Item #1, the Council’s future meeting dates, and items she hoped to … Continue reading International Academy Governance Council Meeting: September 15th, 2021

Special Coverage: The Sith Olympics

Results Final Scores Seniors: 210 Juniors: 188 Sophomores: 169 Freshman: 161 Congratulations to the Class of 2022 for their victory in the 2021 Olympics! Day 4 (10/1) Quiz Bowl By Jaxson KR(’25) 1st Freshmen 2nd Sophomores 3rd Juniors 4th Seniors      The heated competition of Quiz Bowl began after the seniors finished performing their intimidating chant/play. Participants filed into Mr. Morrison’s room, where the seniors were … Continue reading Special Coverage: The Sith Olympics