Kozak Korner #14. November 22nd, 2024
| Director's Message
Dear Families,
We hope you are enjoying the long weekend. Professional Development is an essential part of the QSI teaching and leadership experience. This year, 8 of our teachers travelled to Bratislava to attend the QSI Northern European Regional Professional Development Conference while the rest of the teaching staff attended our KIS conference. The theme of both conferences was “Empowering the Next Generation: Technology, Wellness and Inclusivity”. Meaningful conversations, engaging presentations and collaboration were intermixed with games, fun, food and teambuilding. We hope our teachers feel invigorated and inspired!
Enjoy the snow!
You can always contact us by calling +38 044 452 2792.
Best regards,
Rachel Geary
rachel-geary@kyiv.qsi.org
Calling all KIS families!
The annual Charity Fair 2024 is approaching soon. The event is set for November 30th, and IWCK (International Women's Club) will feature a Tombola table with exciting prizes for both adults and children. They’ve reached out to KIS, requesting a few additional children’s prizes, such as small toys, books, sweets, or festive decorations.
Funds raised from the Tombola will support IWCK’s charity projects, helping people with disabilities, elderly individuals, children, and women in need.
Starting Monday, KIS will have a donation box set up—just look for the poster!
Your contributions, big or small, will make a huge difference. The deadline for donations is November 28th.
Thank you for helping us spread kindness this holiday season!
Bibliotherapy – Reading, Enjoying and Talking About Books Together
KIS is starting a book club for adults, and you are invited to join!
Here are the plans:
- Read one book per month and be ready to discuss it in English.
- Each month one person in the club chooses three titles and we will vote for which one we want to read. We will have one month to read the chosen title before our next meeting.
- That book host/hostess of the month will also choose the restaurant or cafe where we will meet to discuss the book and enjoy each other’s company.
Our first book is Grey Bees by Andre Kurkov. Our first meeting will be Thursday, December 12 at around 18:00. The restaurant will be chosen later.
If you are interested, please contact Diane Baima at diane-baima@kyiv.qsi.org
Key Dates
November - January:
- 28 November - AP & IB Presentation for Parents
- 3 - 4 December - Yearbook Portraits
- 4-6 December - Book Fair Fest
- 7 December - SAT
- 10 December - Pre-K Winter Concert
- 11 December - Elementary Winter Concert
- 12 December - Winter Festival
- 13 December - half day
- 16 December - 3 January Winter Break
- 6 January - Travel Day - no school
Policy and Procedures
Dear Book Lovers,
Get ready for a magical Winter Fair! ❄️ We’re bringing a wonderful selection of Christmas books and many of your all-time favorites to your school, just in time for holiday fun!
Winter Fair Details:
- When? December 4th-6th
- Where? School Hall
- Who? Everyone who loves books!
Can’t make it in person? No worries! You can browse and shop our books online too. Use promo code JOLLY10 for a 10% discount on everything!
We can’t wait to see you there and share the joy of reading this holiday season!
Warm wishes,
The Dinternal Book Lovers Team
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.
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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AT KIS
This Thursday and Friday, the KIS staff came together for two inspiring days of Professional Development, diving into key topics that will shape the future of our school and students. The pathways explored included the Future of Education
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EXPLORING GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP
What is globalization? Are we global citizens? How can we act as global citizens? In this unit, students conducted research to understand Global Connections. The 8-year-old students concluded that when you study about different cultures
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WELLNESS IN ACTION
This semester, our Wellness students have been diving deep into what it means to live a healthy and balanced life. Through various activities and discussions, they’ve explored the concept of total health, which encompasses physical
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BEHIND THE SCENES OF THE NATIONAL OPERA
On Thursday November 14th the Drama I class went on an excursion to The National Opera of Ukraine. They were given a tour of the building, the backstage, the rehearsal spaces, the green room, the props cupboard the stage and the house
![Exploring the World Through Reading]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1732268238/qsiorg/grc34zksonnhtvxywtm6/WeekHighlight_1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1732268238/qsiorg/grc34zksonnhtvxywtm6/WeekHighlight_1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1732268238/qsiorg/grc34zksonnhtvxywtm6/WeekHighlight_1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1732268238/qsiorg/grc34zksonnhtvxywtm6/WeekHighlight_1.png","width":1200}])
A JOURNEY BEYOND PAGES
Read and you will travel the world without making a step. The importance of reading for children cannot be underestimated. Reading for pleasure can benefit a child’s education, social and cognitive development, well-being, and mental health
Dance For Kindness
Who We Are
![Parent-Teacher Organization]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1724952968/qsiorg/phanh8la8eyhojoei5tb/PTO.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1724952968/qsiorg/phanh8la8eyhojoei5tb/PTO.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1724952968/qsiorg/phanh8la8eyhojoei5tb/PTO.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1724952968/qsiorg/phanh8la8eyhojoei5tb/PTO.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1724952968/qsiorg/phanh8la8eyhojoei5tb/PTO.png","width":1500}])
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.
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.
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Moodle: Your All-in-One Platform for Seamless School Engagement
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Seesaw: Elevating Learning Engagement
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Office 365 Teams: Empowering Collaborative Excellence
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We ensure that students have access to delicious and nourishing meals
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Safe and efficient transportation is a key factor in ensuring a smooth and enjoyable school experience
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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 .