Multimedia and Publications

The Wit and Wisdom of Mary Crist Fleming

To celebrate Mrs. Fleming's centenary, TASIS published a collection of quotations from Mrs. Fleming's speeches, yearbook messages, private notes, and conversations. Edited by Lyle Rigg, former headmaster of TASIS Switzerland (1982–84, 2007–2009, and 2015–2017, and TASIS England (1984–1998 & 2009–2010), this memorial book is full of charming, witty, pithy life lessons from Mrs. Fleming.

Contact alumni@tasis.ch to purchase a copy of The Wit and Wisdom of Mary Crist Fleming for just $15 (including shipping).

MCF: What a Life!

It is difficult to remember when the world was smaller—when air travel was a privilege and foreigners a curiosity. Travel was for those with pluck and fortitude, for those with the gumption to see beyond narrow political and social mores. Perhaps the most poignant stories in the delightful book MCF: What a Life! are those of her time before she built the School, when she was exploring Culture, earning Wisdom, learning Knowledge, and discovering her Truth. Mrs. Fleming's writing sheds light on her story, and the story of TASIS. Told in her own words and in the words of those whose lives she touched, MCF: What a Life! explores nine decades of the life that brought us all together. The book is an inspirational keepsake to forever remind us of Mrs. Fleming's spirit and joy.

Contact alumni@tasis.ch to purchase your copy of MCF: What a Life! for $35 (including shipping).

We also offer a package deal of In Pursuit of Excellence and MCF: What a Life! for $85 with postage included.

Beauty and Duty

Persons, Accomplishments, and Events in the Making of the TASIS Schools

Big anniversaries often bring contemplation and veneration of accomplishments, setbacks, and legacy. TASIS has recently published a volume of essays celebrating a true TASIS legend, Fernando Gonzalez, on the occasion of his fiftieth year with the TASIS organization.

Beauty and Duty: Persons, Accomplishments, and Events in the Making of the TASIS Schools is a set of essays solicited from long-term or prominent TASIS figures or alumni. Fernando is given pride of place in the volume, with words from 20 contributors about a man who has been one of the most important figures in shaping the TASIS Schools. The second section includes essays and tributes in honor of Lynn Fleming Aeschliman ’63. Section three consists of essays by major TASIS personalities who have given their lives to making Mrs. Fleming’s dreams into reality. Also included is a final eulogy to Horst Dürrschmidt by Mark Aeschliman and a series of essays about three benevolent alumni whose generosity is continuing to shape the TASIS schools: Jan Opsahl ’68, Ferit Şahenk ’83, and Curtis McGraw Webster ’75.

Contact alumni@tasis.ch to purchase a copy of Beauty and Duty for just $35 (including shipping).

In Pursuit of Excellence: An Historical Perspective

We all have dreams, but only those with true vision persevere though challenges, learn from mishaps, and look back with humor and dignity.

Growing pains and pinnacles are a part of the lives of people and of organizations, and it is amid life's tests that we show true spirit and strength. In Pursuit of Excellence was created to commemorate 50 years of TASIS Switzerland and 30 years of TASIS England. Written by students, teachers, and Mrs. Fleming herself, this beautiful and fascinating book gives a pictoral and written history of TASIS from those who lived it, in pursuit of excellence.

Contact alumni@tasis.ch to purchase a copy of In Pursuit of Excellence for $65 (including shipping).