In 2012, our newly formed ‘Making a Difference’ Student Council were tasked with defining this philosophy – and this is the vision statement they came up with, which was later ratified by the SIS school community:
Our aim is to develop an awareness and compassionate mindset in our students and school community. We aim to change ourselves, other peoples’ lives, and the environment, for the better. This begins with the school community, and widens to include the local and global community. We believe it is an important aspect of learning that should permeate all areas of the school community. It is our responsibility as members of society to raise social awareness and to demonstrate this in all aspects of our work.
(MaD Vision statement SIS 2012)