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Kozak Korner #12. November 08th, 2024

| Director's Message

Dear Families,

Today I would like to highlight and celebrate a huge step our school has made this week. Kyiv International School is part of the Central Eastern European Schools Association (CEESA). Before covid and the full-scale invasion in 2022, our school teams would regularly travel to other CEESA schools to compete.

Every year, 10-15 teams would travel to compete in sports’ tournaments (football, volleyball, basketball, cross-country) and activities (math counts, knowledge bowl, speech and debate) across Eastern Europe. This all sadly ended with the pandemic in 2020.

I am excited to announce that under the guidance of Lee Feekins, our Athletic/Activities director, our Secondary Boys’ Football team has travelled to Bratislava to compete in the 2024 CEESA Boys’ Football tournament. 

We hope this is just the beginning of a new era of KIS participation in these amazing events.

You can always contact us by calling +38 044 452 2792.

Best regards,
Rachel Geary 
rachel-geary@kyiv.qsi.org

| Ethical AI Use

 

KIS recognizes that AI is a useful and practical tool in our modern world. In a 21st-century classroom, teachers should model and instruct students in the responsible, ethical use of AI tools. At the same time, teachers should be aware of environmental variables that tempt students to use this software dishonestly. By consciously designing a class that is responsive and manageable, teachers can encourage students to discover their unique, original voices.

| PTO Wine & Cheese 

 

Dear KIS Community,

The countdown is on for our PTO Wine & Cheese Night, and we’d love for you to join us! Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 9th, 2024, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm (or 7:00 pm) at the school, where we’ll be hosting a delightful evening for our adult community.

Thanks to our generous sponsor, WINETIME, we’ll have a fantastic selection of wine and cheeses to enjoy, along with delicious finger foods, pleasant music, and a raffle with amazing prizes! This is the perfect time to relax, meet new people, and reconnect with friends in a cozy, friendly setting.

Tickets are 500 UAH and can be purchased at the PTO Shop. Space is limited, so secure your spot by signing up through the link 👉🏻 HERE.

Looking forward to a wonderful evening together!

Warmly,
The PTO

Key Dates

Fall:

  • 9 November - Wine & Cheese For Parents
  • 13 November - Dance for Kindness
  • 21 - 22 November - Professional Development - no school
  • 28 November - AP & IB Presentation for Parents

School Calendar 2024 - 2025 

Event Calendar

Policy and Procedures

 

| Dance For Kindness

 

Dear Kozaks,

Our Dance for Kindness celebration is coming up on November 13th!

We encourage all participants to wear clothing in Ukrainian colors that day to show Ukrainian spirit and unity.

Next week is our final rehearsal week. If you’re new and still interested in joining, you’re welcome! Come, learn the simple dance, have fun, and be part of the performance.

Elementary students are warmly welcome to join the practice sessions with their parents. Please note that adult supervision is required for elementary participants.

Practice Details:

  • When: Every Tuesday and Thursday
  • Time: 4:15 - 5:00 PM
  • Where: MPR Room

To join us, please fill out the following participation form HERE

Thank you!

| College and Counseling

 

| "Empower" Lesson Plans

The Empower curriculum integrates the Success Orientations, Social Emotional Learning concepts, and Child Protection principles into individual lessons throughout the year. These lessons will be delivered during a dedicated weekly EMPOWER class time. This approach aims to equip students with a comprehensive set of skills applicable throughout their lives. Specific lessons tailored to each grade level ensure developmental appropriateness. While some concepts may be revisited annually, the lessons will vary based on the students' age. For more information, please see the QSI Empower statement.

Teachers will keep parents informed about the upcoming lessons for their child, and for certain grades, the lesson plans will be accessible in this newsletter. Click on the post below to view the message from the teacher.

| Meet Your School Counselor

To schedule a meeting with Ms. Zoromski, our school counselor, please click here.  Her email is: chelsey-zoromski@kyiv.qsi.org. 

As a reminder, she works with all students in our school to support them academically and emotionally.  

| Mastery Learning

 

Dear Parents, 

Please take three minutes and fill out our survey. It helps us know what you do and don't know about Mastery Learning.

Thank you so much for our time and support. 

👉🏻 CLICK HERE TO START THE SURVEY

| Secondary

 

| Week Highlights

 
HS Math Club

CALLING ALL MATH ENTHUSIASTS!

HS Math Club practice starts next week! Everyone from Secondary school who likes math and wants to have a fun solving interesting and challenging math problems is invited! We still do not know about CEESA Math Count online, but we may have another

Continue reading about HS Math Club

| PTO & Community Engagement

Who We Are

Parent-Teacher Organization

The Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO), a non-profit group, brings together parents, teachers, and administrators to enhance the school experience for our students. PTO Lobby Shop raises funds to support school events, gifts, and surprises for students, teachers, and staff. Any KIS parent is welcome to join.

Learn more about Parent-Teacher Organization

What is KIS Moms & Dads? 

KIS Moms & Dads is a private Facebook group for KIS parents and the PTO. It's a place to discover ways to get involved in school activities, PTO events, and volunteer opportunities, as well as to share ideas, feedback, and suggestions with the school and PTO. To join, please complete the membership questions.

How to join PTO? 

It's simple - just send an email at pto@kyiv.qsi.org or talk to one of the PTO members at the PTO Shop.

| Integrated Technology Platforms

| Extra Services

 

| Announcements

 

 

We Are Hiring: Substitute Teacher

We are currently looking for a Substitute Teacher to join our team!

Do you know someone who:

  • Has good English speaking & writing skills
  • Holds a teaching certificate
  • Is passionate about education
  • Enjoys working with students in a dynamic international environment

If so, we’d love to hear from you!

For more details or to apply, please contact us at maria-sydorchuk@kyiv.qsi.org

 

English  Tutoring!

Are you looking for a tutor to enhance your child's English language skills? Look no more!

KIS teacher, Ms. Nataliya Rudenko offers:

  • Customized Lessons: Tailored to meet your specific needs and goals
  • Flexible Scheduling 
  • Focus Areas - Elementary, Kindergarten:  grammar, reading, writing, and math!

Why to choose Ms. Rudenko?

  • She is an ESL tutor with 10 years of teaching experience. 
  • Proven track record of helping students achieve fluency. 
  • Passionate about helping students succeed in a comfortable and supportive setting. 

If interested, please contact her at +38 067-665-36-97. 

English For Parents!

KIS is delighted to offer English Classes For Parents! 

Class starts at 8:30 am in Room 204.  

  • Tuesday, Thursday: Beginner learners
  • Wednesday, Friday: More advanced​ learners

Got questions? Please contact: natasha-kuzovleva@kyiv.qsi.org

Please follow the links below to access the Classifieds: 

If you have an announcement that you would like us to publish, please reach out to kozakconnect@qsi.org .