LUCAVANMONTFORT CLASSOF2026
Luca joined ISB in Grade 8 and is completing the IB Diploma Programme. Having livedandstudiedinmultipleinternationalsettings,ISBprovedtobeanexcellentfit, supporting his academic growth and interests. He has received an offer to study GeographyattheUniversityofBritishColumbiainCanada,whereheplanstofocus onenvironmentandsustainability.
HowlonghaveyoubeenatISB,andwhatinitiallybroughtyouhere?
I have been part of the ISB community since 8th grade. Prior to moving to Belgium, I livedinZimbabweandNewYorkCity,whereIalsoattendedinternationalIBschools
HowwouldyoudescribeyouroverallexperienceatISB?
ISBhasbeenanexcellentfitforme Theschoolanditsteachersconsistentlygoabove and beyond to support students, helping them grow both academically and personallywhileencouragingthemtobetheirbestselves.
InwhatwayshasISBsupportedyouthroughouttheIBDPpathway?
Throughout the IBDP, I received an immense amount of support from teachers, counsellors, sportscoaches, andother ISBstaff. Their guidanceallowedmetopursue myinterestswithconfidenceandcontinuallystriveforsuccess.
Whatwillyoubestudying,andwhatexcitesyoumostaboutthatprogramme?
At the University of British Columbia (UBC) in Vancouver, Canada, I will be studying Geography with a focus on environment and sustainability I am particularly excited about exploring real-world environmental challenges and developing sustainable solutionsataglobalscale
Werethereanyparticularclasses,teachers,orexperiencesatISBthathadabig impactonyourjourney?
Classes such as Geography and Environmental Systems and Societies played a key role in deepening my interest in addressing global issues through sustainable approaches. IB subjects like Biology and Math AA complemented these courses and furtherchallengedmeacademically.
What advice would you give to other ISB students who are hoping to follow a similarpathtoauniversitylikeUBC?
MypathtoUBCwasacombinationoftakingIBsubjectswhichIwaspassionateabout andhavingsupportiveandoutgoingfriendswhohelpedmebalanceacademicswith sociallife Inaddition,volunteerwork,internships,andcompetitivesportsshowedUBC whoIamasaperson
SANDRACARP CLASSOF2026
Sandra is completing the IB Diploma Programme at ISB and has been an active member of the school community, immersing herself in academics, sports, and theatre. Supported by dedicated teachers and college counsellors, she has developedastrongpassionforpoliticsandhasreceivedanoffertostudyPolitical ScienceinMcGillUniversity’sFacultyofArts.
HowwouldyoudescribeyouroverallexperienceatISB?
ThroughoutmytimeatISBIhavemetsomanyamazingpeopleandbuiltmeaningful relationships,andwasfortunateenoughtofullyimmersemyselfinallareasofschool life, including academics, sports, and theatre These experiences have helped shape whoIamtodayandmademytimeatISBtrulymemorable
InwhatwayshasISBsupportedyouthroughoutthatpathway?
ISBhassupportedmethroughouttheIBDPpathwaybyprovidingastrongandreliable supportsystem.Collegecounsellorshavebeenamainanchorofsupportduringwhat can be stressful and confusing times. Additionally, teachers who are genuinely committed to our success have consistently challenged me, and helped me grow bothacademicallyandpersonally.
Whatwillyoubestudying,andwhatexcitesyoumostaboutthatprogramme?
IwillattendMcGill’sfacultyofarts,whereIplantostudypoliticalscience.Iamexcited to be surrounded by people who inspire me, to be part of a new community, and to havenewexperiencesthatchallengeme
Werethereanyparticularclasses,teachers,orexperiencesatISBthathadabig impactonyourjourney?
Ihavealwaysbeeninterestedinpolitics,butitwastheGlobalPoliticsclassatISBthat truly deepened my passion for the subject. Mr. Binns' approach to teaching went far beyond the syllabus, he required students to read essential political literature outside thecurriculum,pushingustothinkmorecriticallyandindependently.Hisclasseswere deeply inspiring, and discussions often continued beyond the classroom and into lunchconversations,aswediscussedideasintroducedinclass.Theclassshapedme to be a more politically engaged and aware student, and pushed me to pursue politicalscienceasafieldofstudy.
What advice would you give to other ISB students who are hoping to follow a similarpathtoauniversitylikeMcGill?
Workhard,staycurious,andbeopentochallenges
JEANNEYVESBASDEVANT CLASSOF2026
Jeanne is completing the IB Diploma Programme at ISB and has been an engaged member of the school community, exploring her interests in academics and athletics. Supported by her teachers and counsellors, she has developed a strong passion for psychology and criminology and has received a conditional offer to study at Concordia University, where she will tailor her programme to these interests.
HowlonghaveyoubeenatISB,andwhatinitiallybroughtyouhere?
I have been at ISB since 8th grade, and I was initially drawn here by the strong academicsandathleticsprogrammes
HowwouldyoudescribeyouroverallexperienceatISB?
My overall experience has been very positive, with friends, teachers, and counsellors playingabigroleinguidingme.
InwhatwayshasISBsupportedyouthroughouttheIBDPpathway?
Throughout the IBDP, ISB has supported me through personalised advice and resourcestohelpmefocusonmyinterests,especiallyinpsychologyandcriminology.
Whatwillyoubestudying,andwhatexcitesyoumostaboutthatprogramme?
IhaveaconditionaloffertoConcordia,whichIchosebecauseitallowsmetotailormy programme,andI’mexcitedtobuildafocusonpsychologyandcriminology
Werethereanyparticularclasses,teachers,orexperiencesatISBthathadabig impactonyourjourney?
MyIBPsychologyandEnglishclassesmadeabigimpactonmyjourneyatISB,asmy teachers encouraged me to challenge myself and think critically. They pushed me to exploreideasmoredeeplyandreflectonmyownperspectives,whichhelpedmegrow bothacademicallyandpersonally.
What advice would you give to other ISB students who are hoping to follow a similarpathtoauniversitylikeConcordia?
Stay curious, work hard, explore your interests, and make the most of your teachers’ guidanceandtheresourcesavailabletoyou.
JILLIANIVEY CLASSOF2026
Jillian is completing the IB Diploma Programme at ISB and has fully embraced the school’s academics and extracurricular opportunities. With the support of her teachers, she has developed a deep interest in mechanical and aerospace engineeringandhasreceivedaconditionaloffertostudyAerospaceEngineeringat ConcordiaUniversity,includingtheco-opoption.
HowlonghaveyoubeenatISB,andwhatinitiallybroughtyouhere?
I first came to ISB in 4th grade because of my parents’ work, and the strong academics, extracurricular opportunities, and welcoming community really drew me in
HowwouldyoudescribeyouroverallexperienceatISB?
My experience has been very positive, especially with friends and teachers who have supportedmealongtheway.
InwhatwayshasISBsupportedyouthroughouttheIBDPpathway?
I am completing the IBDP, and ISB has helped me explore my interests in mechanical andaerospaceengineering.
Whatwillyoubestudying,andwhatexcitesyoumostaboutthatprogramme?
I have a conditional offer to Concordia with a strong aerospace programme that includesaco-opoption,whichIamexcitedtopursue
Werethereanyparticularclasses,teachers,orexperiencesatISBthathadabig impactonyourjourney?
My IB physics and math classes played a big role in confirming my interest in engineering, and my teachers encouraged me to challenge myself. The EE, IA's, and other IB assignments also really helped me in developing important research and time-managementskills.
What advice would you give to other ISB students who are hoping to follow a similarpathtoauniversitylikeConcordia?
I would say to stay organised, take advantage of the support from teachers, and not beafraidtoexploreyourinterestsearlyon,evenoutsideofschool.Gettinginvolvedin different activities or clubs and trying new things really helps you discover what you enjoyandwhatyou’regoodat Stayingengagedintheschoolcommunitycanmakea bigdifference,bothacademicallyandpersonally