AISL Yearbook 2022

Celebration of Learning

Throughout the year, students have the opportunity to share their
creative projects, performances, research writing, and conceptual
understandings through multiple Celebrations of Learning. Here are
some moments that were captured during these special occasions that

invite family engagement.



Performing Arts Assemblies

Primary School Performing Arts Showcases are original performances, students
devise their own theatre pieces inspired by the central idea of a particular unit of

inquiry.
Each performance consists of choreography sequenced by the students, a short
theatre piece written and created by students, and a song that evokes the themes

within the central idea or lines of inquiry.
Each grade level stages a showcase performance each academic year.
The showcases are a great opportunity for learners to share their creative voice,

ideas and knowledge acquired throughout the unit of inquiry.



Primary Talent Show

Kindness week





We love to read!

We believe reading is the basis for all learning, and the AISL library strives to
promote the love of reading in many ways. Students, staff, and the community
have access to over 24,000 print materials of varied genres and formats. Scheduled
library class times allow for the exploration of books with guidance from the
librarians. Students are encouraged to find a comfy spot and read in solitude or
with friends. Book displays share the vast selection and are promoted with fun
events such as Cultural days ( diversity), Comic Con ( Graphic novels), Star Wars
Day ( Science Fiction) and even a Local Author’s shelf which encourages students
to “publish” their writing. The community is also welcome to celebrate by sharing
photos of students caught reading on our #AISLReads wall. Even Knuffle Bunny

loves to listen to a good story, so join us and keep reading.



Creativity!

The library is not only a place to promote reading, we love to investigate,
create, and collaborate. There are opportunities to explore STEM toys,
create drawings and color murals, build and design with Legos, problem
solve puzzles and Rubik’s cubes. Students sometimes share their
treasures, such as rocks and insects from the natural world, allowing us
to inquire, observe, and research.



THE SEARCH FOR SIGNS OF
INTELLIGENT LIFE ON EARTH

Message from
the Secondary Principal

Dr. Rick Odum

The time has come again, where we pause and take a look back at the year that was. If 2019-2020 was “the
COVID” year, and 2020-2021 was “another, slightly better COVID” year, I think it is fair to say that 2021-2022
has been the “light at the end of the tunnel” year. We may still be in the dark about the future, but we can see
what things may look like on the other side.
Transitions can be difficult, and radical transitions offer particularly difficult adjustments. That is why I am so
proud of how the students, faculty, staff and parents have risen to the occasion this year to pivot from a COVID-
centric model of distance and hybrid learning, towards what may be a preliminary kind of normalcy.
This year saw the return of social events, sports trips, grade mixing at breaks, and of enjoying the glory of the
Zambian outdoors without masks. It is my sincere wish that this trajectory continues and we are able to make
2022-2023 our first “year in the light” with the continued reintroduction of the things that made AISL the
joyous learning environment it has been for years.
2021-2022 has been a year of successes, and I hope that this yearbook serves to remind everyone of the
wonderful memories that characterized this year. Please know it has been an honor to work with the students,
teachers, staff and parents of AISL, and I look forward to 2022-2023.
Sincerely,
Dr. Rick Odum



Secondary Teachers

Rick Fiona Monica Ingrid
Odum Moss Murphy Turner

Julie Driekie Chantra Naomi
Baldry Smith Reinman Chevannes

Mark Rob Trevor Clare
Reinman Martin Mrak Cullen

Matt Andrew Dave Dean
Wells Shearer Fischer Lindstrom

Brian Bob Marin Karen
Mutalama Stewart Dobson Wallace

Elna Ian Alta Bupe
van Rensburg Heathcote Conte Mulenga

Wayne Flor Florence Lionel
Thompson Cobarrubias Bouillot Honnorat

Monica Tom Joanna Katie
Carriles Potter Gutierrez van Zant

Laurey Vanessa Fridah Mike
Nevers Tolino Chirwa Lekich

Kim Emmanuel Mache
Shumlansky Chota Adonis

Davies
Ngosa



The Sea The monsters in the waters
challenge my every thought,
by Lola Moore
and my weapons
Pt. 1 rusted long ago
I am a prisoner of my own sanctuary. at the bottom of a locked drawer.
I am still standing
I am trapped
in the middle of my own sea. on the bow.
But my knees
and this ship are growing weak
that I captain and my neck is tired
rocks back and forth of holding up my heavy head.
on the waves. I am still standing
And every time on the bow.
land is in reach and my legs are now locked
it disappears and my feet are now frozen.
in the blink of an eye My hands are fading from sight
of the storm I am surrounded by. and my looking glass is empty.
So I wait on the bow, Broken pieces cut my legs
searching for refuge as they fall into the sea.

waiting Pt. 3
for the storm to capsize me I decided to escape

or see me through. from the ship
As my tear-stained eyes that I once captained.
freeze in these harsh winds. And though it is still raining,
the drops no longer soak into my skin.
Pt. 2 The peering sun has started to dry my tears,
It has been decided,
and the sea
not by me, is more forgiving to me now.
that this ship
that I captain My scars may never heal
will escape from the shards of broken glass.
to another sea
from which I escaped long ago. But as I stand on the bow,
Only this time, I know
the clouds are even darker
I will never again witness
the storms
of this sea.



Squirrel Girl Goes To College



Duke of Edinburgh

The Duke of Edinburgh Award is a prestigious international award
for high school students encouraging civic-mindedness and the
development of outdoor skills. Students who participate in the

Award program complete a practice expedition at their level (Bronze,
Silver, or Gold, with one, two, or three nights spent self-sustaining
outdoors) and participate in ongoing community service activities.



Grade 6

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Grade 7

Anders August Breighton Hughs
Henriksson Dobson Fuller Hong

Iris Isla Jayden Joseph "Mwenya"
Kuzmanovska Miller Chinyama van den Broek

Niels Noura Samrth Sophie
Harsveld Somtore Reddy Munro

Ya Han Zihan Zoe Camila
Chen Xu Yingst Warren

Grade 7

Aaron Alinani "Ali" Coralie Eleanor
Chungu Nasim Snapp Missbach

Emmaleine Finley "Finn" Giulia Kamryn
Schmidt Dobson Agbodjakin Dale

Leon Liam Noa Rayna
Klimowicz-Sasin Snapp Ben Zeev Patel

Samuel "Sam" Zach-Pierre Zion Malumbo
Hirsch Lindeque Mulangala Mukuka





I may only be 12 I
may
– by Isla Miller be only
I may be only 12 12
But I am aware Yet some will
Of the world around me say,
And the mistakes it has to bare You are too young,
I may be only 12 Go out and go play
And sometimes I’m confused I may be only 12
The thought in my head But I’m too good to ignore
is being reused Just give me a chance,
I may be only 12 I swear you’ll want more
But don’t overlook me I may be only 12
I open my eyes But I still doubt
But I cannot see But why?
I may be only 12 I don’t know.
And I wonder a lot What’s the worry all about?
Might something be wrong with me? “You are so young, go enjoy life while you
No, it’s just my thought can.”
Or is it? Oh please stop talking,
The world is lively My life has already begun
But I am still I may be only 12
My thoughts are spinning But I have felt
But I do not move The mean lies of people
I catch myself I’ve already dealt,
Do not fall Been pushed to my knees, I have knelt
Get on your feet I may be only 12
You are strong But I am strong
You are 12 I am brave
I may be only 12 And I am where I belong
But I still feel I am only 12.

Student Poetry

The Old Man and the Lake
– by Mubanga Chikwanda

An ancient tree stands
By a frozen lake in the black of day, night-time

Like an old man with forgotten dreams
Cold

The ancient tree cries
The Sun hears its call and rises,

Giving warmth
To the ancient tree, frozen lake,

And man
Ice is melted
Cold becomes warm
No longer emptiness
Instead: a heart of happiness
Bringing joy

And hope
To man.

Grade 8

Annie Aditya Bryce Christopher Krishna
Burrows Koradia Mougey Richards

Elias Ella Jana Mubanga
Francis Viner Karnib Chikwanda

Neel Rabia Maya Raul
Bhagat Murtaza Lanfer Palmarola Torres

Shadi Siena Yihan "Martina" Zoah
Hamze Befus Wang Cooney

Nikita
Kamara

Grade 8

Arjun Blanche Diego Kayla
Koradia Fleury de Roffignac Liceaga Bacigalupi Harmse

Lauren Nana Kwame Nils Sanna
Cumings Acheampong Taddesse Saadi

Victor Visal Yannick Yixuan
Agolory Hultgard Colas Hu

Zhanpeng "Benson" Yunxin "Katie" Olivia Nthabi
Li Zheng Bell-Cross Rand





Grade 9

Adil Anton Bennett Eleora
Adam Bergstrom Marotti Michelo

Herman James Lander Lily
Namanya Nuwamanya Lanfer Echavarria Viner

Misgana Neo Amara Bella
Admassu Shumlansky Somtore Woolhouse Read

Hellary Ifemide "Femi" Liam Michael
Mulubwa Enahoro O'Brien Mphatso

Nkhosi Valentina Zeone
Coombs Tembo Warren Lindeque

Grade 9

Abigail "Abi" Adam Beenzu Callum
Potts Munro Belemu Green

Lea Mapalo "Mapsy" Raymond Rhona
Gatignol Mukuka Sheenan Harrison

Samuel "Sam" Sarah Janna Ameilia "Millie" Anais
Matimba Meande Williams Colas