Cologne International School - PULSE

Episode 60 - CIS Alaaf Carnival Season at CIS

In this week’s episode, our hosts Macy and Sonya are joined by the new Goat Gazette leader Frieda (DP1) and co-leader Virginia (DP1). Together they talk about the school magazine, share insights into the new articles and sections added this year, and give listeners a behind-the-scenes look at how this “by students, for student’ project really works.

In this weeks episode out hosts Sonya and Theo, are joined by  Lucas, an exchange student from Villarrica, Chile.  Throughout the past couple of weeks he has been joining our school. He learned about German culture and language by living with a host family here in Cologne. We’re going to talk about his experience in Germany — school, daily life, and what it’s really like to be a teen on exchange, on the other side of the world. 

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In this week’s episode our hosts Macy and Luna, along with our guest Aaron, dive deep into the amazing Madagascar Trip that took place at the end of last year! 

From surprisingly curious lemurs and extreme rainfall to communicating in French and Malagasy at a primary school and getting lost on an unknown island, this trip sure had it all! 

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Do New Year’s Resolutions really help individuals grow or do they simply add unnecessary pressure? Join us for this conversation with CIS PTA board member Louisa Garvie.

Buckle up Goats! Mr Roberts reflects on the school year so far and wow, has it been a ride! From the unforgettable MYP/DP adventure in Ghana, to the launching of Pulse Point across the programme, our school has been buzzing with growth, energy, and student leadership.

But that’s not all…

We also get the inside scoop on the new and improved class trip structure at CIS, and trust us, it’s going to change the way you think about learning outside the classroom!

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In this festive Winter Special episode, host Theo sits down with Christopher, aka "The Band Captain," the charismatic leader of the Big Band. Together, they dive into a heartwarming conversation about the band's recent music retreat and sharing behind-the-scenes stories. 

But that's not all! In a fun twist, Theo and Christopher embark on a gingerbread house-building challenge during the interview. Tune in to hear their laughter, mishaps, and unexpected moments as they bring their gingerbread creations to life, all while discussing the magic of music and the holiday season.

Grab a cup of cocoa and join the duo for this cozy, festive episode full of stories, creativity, and seasonal cheer!

In this episode, we highlight JJ, a multitalented student with a love for math, music and helping others. He runs his own YouTube channel where he explains math concepts to support his classmates and students everywhere. JJ also dreams big - he hopes to become a politician and use his skills to make a difference.

Tune in for a quick, inspiring look at a student who’s already leading by example.

In this week's special episode of the pulse podcast, we invited long time geography teacher Mr. Strahlendorf for his turn in the teacher’s spotlight. 

Tune in this week as our hosts Macy and Theo find out all there is to know about geography as a subject, as well as some interesting facts and even a bit of personal history from everyone's favorite geography teacher.

We’re back from Ghana! This episode is packed with stories, surprises, and eye-opening moments from our journey — from climbing mountains to teaching in local public schools. Join us as we share the highs, the challenges and the unforgettable experiences that shaped our trip.

Tune in to experience the vibrant culture and incredible spirit our students encountered firsthand.