In preparing students for life in the 21st century, Bonn International School has invested considerable resources in information and communications technology (ICT).
The school has over 300 computers and wireless computer access throughout its facilities. Every classroom has at least one interactive whiteboard as well as a 'fixed' computer with possibilities to bring in trolleys of laptops for class activities. Currently we have two dedicated ICT laboratories, one equipped with Apple computers with the latest Mac OS installed and offering a dual-boot option into Windows XP.
We have attracted considerable financial sponsorship for technology with the 'Henry Ford' Technology suite focusing on offering advanced design and technology opportunities. In addition, BIS has a satellite link via Deutsche Welle providing access to news and media in multiple languages directly into classrooms.
A public Wi-Fi access point is available to parents and guests, while our secured school network is protected with a modern web-filter.
With an ambitious agenda for using technology to support teaching and learning, Bonn International School achieved the status as an Apple Authorized Training Centre for Education (AATCe) in 2009, offering IT Training for higher grade students and alumni who choose to study in an IT or media related field.
Passing one or all offered training courses leads to a world-wide acknowledged reference, differentiating the students from BIS from other students. Apple certifications create a benchmark for assessing users' proficiency in Apple's professional applications. Once a student has passed a test, he/she is listed in the Apple Certified Professionals Registry, a global register for apple certificants.