General Information

Please visit the FIS website for all calendars (academic calendars, Upper School and FISW letter day calendars, and event calendars).

Please note: The Wiesbaden campus letter day calendar is different from the Oberursel campus letter day calendar.

FIS operates an ID badge system for parents. For visibility and easy identification, the badges have a bright blue background and are attached to a yellow lanyard. They also include a photo, which you will need to upload online. For security reasons, we request that you do not change the FIS color-coded lanyard to another lanyard. Please ensure you have your badge for campus access and it is visible at all times, while on campus. 

Our ICT department has developed a quick and easy process for uploading photos; simply follow the steps below:

• Log in to our secure photo upload site at (https://reset.fis.edu/portal/ul/) with your FIS username (firstname.lastname) and password

• Use the “choose” button to select a suitable photo for your ID card

• Crop your photo and then select “upload”

• After you have successfully uploaded your picture our IT department will process and print your ID card and you will be notified via email when and where it will be ready for collection

If you have any issues uploading a photo, please email support@fis.edu. If you prefer to have a member of our staff take your photo and process your ID card while you are on campus, please stop by the Tech Deck in the Upper School Atrium during school hours.

Bus Tickets
We are pleased to announce that in alignment with our ID card system, we will again have bus passes showing the photograph of the student. These are currently being printed, and therefore, instead of being sent to you by mail, they will be handed to students on their respective bus as soon as they are ready. These bus passes are valid for the school year 2025/2026. If you cancel the use of school transportation mid-year, please return your bus pass(es) to ensure that you receive your pro-rata refund.

Every student is entitled to a safe and pleasant ride to and from school, and we welcome mutual cooperation with parents to ensure that this is the case. To this effect, you will receive a list of rules for student behavior on the bus together with your bus schedule. 

To register for transportation, click here.

If you have any questions, please contact the Transportation Department at transportation@fis.edu.

Flexible bus tickets 

Flexible bus tickets for those who do not use our FIS bus transportation service regularly can be purchased for €10 per journey. These tickets can be used by students once per school week for existing school bus stops, provided there are still seats available on the school bus. Flexible bus tickets are available from either the Accounting Office or the Transportation Office at the Oberursel Campus, or with Ms. Nicole Bentley nicole_bentley@fis.edu or 06127 9940-0 at the Wiesbaden Campus reception area.

It is important that you check the availability of bus seats in advance with the Transportation Office, telephone 06171-2024-466, or email transportation@fis.edu.

Late Bus Tickets

Commencing 18 August 2025 and continuing through early June 2026, a late bus service is available Monday to Thursday for Grade 6-12 students on the Oberursel Campus, and Tuesdays and Thursdays for Grade 6-8 students at FISW. This service is only offered to areas that have a minimum number of riders per day during a given semester, including areas not previously served. 

The buses will stop according to the bus timetables available from the Transportation office. 

Late bus users will be charged a €10 fee for each trip. Tickets can be purchased from the Transportation Office, Room 747 on the top floor of the Old Main building. For the FISW campus, tickets must be purchased from Ms. Nicole Bentley at the Wiesbaden Campus.

Due to safety and capacity reasons, all late bus riders must be registered with the Transportation Office so that the school can ensure enough space is available.

Please also note that late bus tickets are only valid for the calendar school year in which they were purchased. Unused tickets can be refunded if returned to the Accounting Office by the end of the same school year. Tickets may not be transferred over to the next school year.

Head of School (HoS)

Dr. Paul Fochtman 06171 2024-472

HoS’s Administrative Assistants

Kerry Wilde 06171 2024-471

Linda Westcott 06171 2024-470

Assistant HoS

Dr. Becky Jobes 06171 2024-493

Assistant HoS’s Admin. Assistant

Aafje van de Hulsbeek 06171 2024-477

Accounting

Ayla Akkalay 06171 2024-490

Carina Weber 06171 2024-409

Jaqueline Renneke 06171 2024-491

Accounting Fax No. 06171 2024-488

Admissions and Advancement Director

Alec Aspinwall 06171 2024-476

Admissions and Advancement Assistant

Patricia Dange 06171 2024-474

Reception Assistants

Chanel Zabbal 06171 2024-0

Anett Györe 06171 2024-0

Reception Fax No. 06171 2024-488

Marketing & Outreach Manager

Betina Awtani 06171 2024-480

Community Relations and Events

Anke Mitzlaff 06171 2024-454

Zerrin Arslanoglu 06171 2024-419

Development & Alumni Relations Manager

Hilary Polomsky 06171 2024-495

Web Coordinator

Ryan Karr 06171 2024-451

Director of Finance & Operations (FinOps)

Constantin Loebus 06171 2024-492

Assistant Director of Finance & Operations

Jana Hahn 06171 2024-486

FinOps Administrative Assistant

Chanel Zabbal 06171 2024-469 

Safety & Security Coordinator

Petrica Candoi 06171 2024-812

Purchasing Manager

Gregor Tsimeropoulos 6171 2024-482

Human Resources Manager

Petra Nemecek 06171 2024-479

Housing & Relocation Manager

Rita de la Cruz 06171 2024-478

Personnel Officer

Sabine Dellwisch 06171 2024-484

Gordana Rautenberg 06171 2024-485

Tanja Pekrul 06171 2024-467

Transportation Office

Ibrahim Akkalay 06171 2024-466

Main Guard House 06171 2024-498

Chief Hausmeister

Stefan Maass 06171 2024-145

Aramark Office

Raphael Giesel 06171 2024-154

Nurses

Karen McEwan 06171 2024-242

Colleen Beck (Mon-Tues)

Esther van der Dejil

Associate Director of Safeguarding, Well-being and Belonging

Leila Holmyard 06171 2024-445

Director of  IT Innovation

Ashley Bryant 06171 2024-283

Director of IT Operations

Jeroen Callens 06171 2024-282

Athletic Director

William Moncrief 06171 2024-406

Activities Director

Martha Boston-Majetić 06171 2024-497

PTG 06171 2024-813

Campus Shop 06171 2024-473

Email Addresses

All employees can be reached by e-mail at: firstname_lastname@fis.edu

Please note: possible changes over the summer- please check again before school starts!

Ensuring the Safety of our Students 

We hope we do not have to implement our emergency communications procedures during the school year. However, it is important for you to know what to expect if the Head of School needs to announce the closing of school due to actual or potential hazards, such as bad weather or the threat to the safety and well being of students and employees. In these situations, school buses may operate late in the morning or not operate at all; after-school activities may be canceled or the buses may be delayed leaving the school in the afternoon. The maxim of the school is to err on the side of caution in questionable cases. 

If for any reason students are to stay home, need to be picked up earlier or will arrive home later than expected, parents will be notified by a variety of means: 

• SMS (Short Messaging System sent to a mobile phone) 

• Email 

• FIS website: www.fis.edu 

Children up to Grade 5 will be supervised in school until parents have picked up their children or indicated how the situation is to be handled. 

To receive emergency messages, your contact details must be up to date. 

Parents: Please go to the student information system (Veracross) to ensure that your details are correct and make corrections as necessary. If you require assistance, please contact reception at info@fis.edu to confirm your personal data (address, phone numbers).

Please review the FIS Health Policy on the Parent Portal.

Parent Involvement at FIS

Parent involvement is essential for the many activities that take place at FIS and we welcome your support. In addition to dozens of individual volunteer opportuntieis, FIS has the following parent volunteer groups:

• Parent Teacher Group (PTG)

• Athletic Booster Club (ABC) 

• Supporters of the Performing Arts (SPA)

If you are interested in becoming a volunteer at either of our campuses, please email volunteer@fis.edu.

Performing Arts Department Information 2025/2026

The Performing Arts Department is responsible both for scheduled lessons and for activities that take place at other times. Depending upon age and choice, a student may be taking Drama, Dance, Band, Choir, and/or Music classes as part of their schedule. Please also view our Performing Arts pages for more information.

Choirs

Grade 4-5 Choir

Grade 6 Choir

Grade 7 Choir

Grade 8 Choir

Festival Singers/Honor Choir (Grades 6–8) Thursdays after school

FIS Concert Choir (Grades 9-–12)

FIS Singers (Selected singers, Grades 9–12) Rehearsal Tuesdays after school

Bands*

Beginners’ Band (Elementary School Grade 5)

Junior Concert Band (Upper School)

Concert Band (Upper School)

Jazz Band (Elementary School Grade 5/Upper School)

Orchestras*

Beginning Strings classes for Grades 1-5 (violin, viola, cello, and double bass)

Intermediate Strings I & II (Elementary School)

Junior Orchestra I & II (Elementary School)

Grade 6–8 Chamber Orchestra & Honor Strings

Grade 9–12 Chamber Orchestra & Honor Strings

*Students must have their own instrument; our music department can help families contact appropriate providers.

Drama/Dance Activities and Productions 

MYTE (Middle Years Theatre Ensemble, Grade 6-8, meets Tuesdays after school throughout the year). MYTE also produces a Grade 6–8 Production each year, with auditions and rehearsals after school/on some weekends leading up to performances.

Theatre Company, the Grade 9-12 Ensemble (meets Thursdays after school throughout the year, producing various projects and productions, such as the Main Stage High School Production. Major productions involve additional rehearsals after school and on weekends).

Grade 6–12 Dance Company (Dance Company rehearses each Monday after school from the beginning of the year, some weekend rehearsals near performance dates; performances throughout the year).

Performing Arts Festivals

FIS students participate each year in various external music and theatre festivals (band, choir, orchestra, theatre) at international venues. Teachers can provide audition and registration information. 

One to One Private Music Tutoring Lessons 

At the FIS Music Office, we provide comprehensive lessons in piano, band instruments, vocals, and strings after school. Taught by professional music instructors, these sessions are held in the Performing Arts area of FIS Oberursel or the ACE Center at FIS Wiesbaden. We invite you to have a look at our list of instructors and registration steps to learn more. For any questions, please reach out to us at Kana_stark@fis.edu.

FIS Sports Offered by Season 2025/2026

Grade/age eligibility for FIS interscholastic teams is determined by the policies of the various athletic organizations in which FIS holds membership (ISST & DoDEA), by the FIS Athletic Department, and by the school policy. The following provides a summary of these requirements as they pertain to the various FIS teams and sports.

 Fall Season: August - November (5 Sports)

■     Cross Country Grades 6–12 - Oberursel

■     Soccer (Varsity & Junior Varsity Teams) Grades 9–12 - Oberursel

■     Soccer (A & B Teams) Grades 6–8 – Oberursel

■     Soccer Grades 6 – 8 - Wiesbaden  

■     Volleyball (Varsity & Junior Varsity Teams) Grades 9–12 - Oberursel

■     Rugby* (Varsity, Junior Varsity & Middle School Teams) Grades 6–12 - Oberursel

■     Tennis** Grades 6–8 - Oberursel

Winter Season: November - March (2 Sports)

■     Swimming** Grades 6–12 - Oberursel

■     Basketball (Varsity & Junior Varsity) Grades 9–12 - Oberursel

■     Basketball (A & B Teams) Grades 6–8 - Oberursel

■     Basketball Grades 6–8 - Wiesbaden

Spring Season: March - May (6 Sports)

■     Track & Field** Grades 6–12 - Oberursel / Wiesbaden Opportunities

■     Baseball (Varsity Team) Grades 9–12 - Oberursel

■     Baseball Grades 6–8 - Oberursel

■     Softball (Varsity Team) Grades 9–12 - Oberursel

■     Softball Grades 6–8 - Oberursel

■     Golf** Grades 6–12 - Oberursel

■     Tennis** (Varsity Team) Grades 9–12 - Oberursel

■     Volleyball (A & B Teams) Grades 6–8 - Oberursel

■     Volleyball Grades 6–8 - Wiesbaden

Maximum age for all sports: Students must still be 18 years of age on 1 September of the school year (students who are 19 years or older on 1 September are not eligible to compete in ISST Championships).

*Varsity Rugby - students must be 15, 16, or 17 years of age on 1 June. Junior Varsity Rugby - students must be 13, 14, or 15 years of age on 1 June.

**Swim, tennis, golf, and track and field practices are held at the nearby off-campus locations. 

Team Try-Outs

Team try-outs typically take place the week prior to the season's start. Information about dates, times, and locations, as well as a sign-up form, is provided to students before try-outs begin.

Please visit the FIS Warriors portal (login required) or the FISW Athletics page for more information

REAL Activities Program 2025/2026 Registration Information

Term 1 Registration

22 Aug. Brochure Online

27 Aug. Registration Begins

31 Aug. Registration Ends

8 Sept. Term 1 Begins

21 Nov. Term 1 Ends

Term 2 Registration

07 Nov. Brochure Online

12 Nov. Registration Begins

16 Nov. Registration Ends

01 Dec. Term 2 Begins

13 Feb. Term 2 Ends

Term 3 Registration

06 Feb. Brochure Online

11 Feb. Registration Begins

22 Feb. Registration Ends

9 Mar. Term 3 Begins

29 May. Term 3 Ends

Our REAL (Recreation, Enrichment, and Learning) Activities Program has a wealth of extra-curricular classes for students and adults, taught by FIS teachers and community instructors, allowing participants to meet new friends, learn new skills, and discover new interests. The REAL Program runs three separate terms per year. The Programs throughout the school year are grouped into the below main categories:

Arts Academy 

We encourage participants to launch their inner creativity through a wide variety of channels. Class selections can range from cartooning, drawing and painting to cake decorating, and culinary discovery, as well as pottery and woodworking. 

Language Academy

We aim to strengthen the language skills of both native and non-native speakers. Classes are designed and delivered by language specialists to support the development of all learners. Languages offered have included French, German, Italian and Spanish. 

Performing Arts Academy

We provide students opportunities to express themselves on and off stage whether it be expressing an emotion, embodying a character or creating music. In past years, classes have included dance, drama, filmmaking, guitar and many more. 

Sport and Wellness Academy

We are committed to providing opportunities for all to participate in physical and well-being activities to keep their minds and bodies sharp and empower participants to pursue a lifetime of activity. Our classes range from social sport to health and fitness and almost everything in between.

STEM Academy (Science, Tech, Engineering & Mathematics) 

STEM classes can be as broad as the acronym. We believe that each activity within the category is an opportunity for our participants to push innovation to the next level, challenging their thinking process by solving problems with creativity. Classes have included design with 3-D technology, science for fun, robotics and coding.

Vacation Camps and Trips

On-campus camps are held during the Fall Break (October), Ski Break (February), and Summer Break (June-August). Additionally, there is a Ski and Snowboard Trip to Austria during Ski Week for Upper School students, as well as a Canoe Trip to Sweden at the end of the school year.

Apart from the termed classes, REAL also offers: 

• Kids Club-after school childcare

• Junior Warriors - Saturday Sports

• Holiday Camps and Trips 

• Private Music Lessons 

• Adult Recreational Activities

Please note:

All registration takes place online within our student information system (Veracross). A brochure of specific offerings is available online the week prior to registration. Please visit our site REAL Activities or contact us at real@fis.edu