What a day, what an anniversary! We celebrated 25 Years of GIST with a big school fest.

The best quotes from the virtual reunion between all principals of the German International School Toronto.

“For me, being an adult means passing on the experiences and what was good.”

“I'm not sure I ever managed to grow up”

“Something especially important that I learned is how to make close friendships in a short time.”

“In order to be grown up, one needs courage, confidence in oneself and people who love and value you unconditionally.”

“I think it was good that you could always develop and improve at GIST. The teachers were always very supportive and helped us along.”

“The most important event for me was the speech competition.”

“What I liked most was the family environment and the special relationships with my colleagues, parents and students.”

“I would express the hope that I would grow up to be kind, to help others, to contribute to my community.”

“Based on my great school experience, one thing is clear to me: GIST is a great school - one of the best I've ever been to - and you're in really good hands there’”

“When I took over my first class after graduating, I really realised that I was slowly growing up and could take on responsibility.”

“The teachers helped me evolve as a person and taught me many new things.”

“My advice that I would like to give to the students of the GIST is very simple: Enjoy the ride.”

“I think no one can be classified as grown up.”

What does it mean to grow up? Our High School students reach out to the GIST community to find answers.

We say thank you to the German Consulate for the birthday wishes and look forward to the next 25 years!

Growing up means: Resilience, curiosity, and staying authentic.

Principal Rouven Hollmann and Business Manager Thomas Pfanner welcome you to GIST’s 25th anniversary year under the theme “Growing Up”