Kozak Korner #15. November 28th, 2025
| Director's Message
Dear parents,
Another busy and productive week of learning at KIS.
CEESA trip students and teachers returned safely and have now settled back into school life, with lasting memories of their travels, competitions, successes and challenges. Well done to you all.
Next week is our last full week at school in 2025 before we take a well deserved Winter break. There will be performances and concerts galore from students across the school as well as by a professional concert band who will give a free concert at KIS for Middle School students on 4th December.
A word about heating at school. We have uncovered some leaking and rusty water pipes which need to be urgently repaired.
This work is receiving our full attention and as soon as all repairs have been successfully undertaken we will be able to reactivate the heating. Fortunately, it is unseasonably mild at the moment so this is not too much of a problem - however please make sure your children wrap up warmly.
Stay safe and have a lovely weekend,
Kind regards,
Susan Tilney
susan-tilney@kyiv.qsi.org
Dear Parents,
This is a kind reminder about the upcoming tuition fee deadlines.
According to QSI policy, students whose Term 1 and Term 2 fees are not fully paid by the respective deadlines will not be able to return to school after the Winter Break.
Please note the due dates:
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1st Term: 22 August 2025
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2nd Term: 12 December 2025
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3rd Term: 27 March 2026
If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact the Business Office at your convenience - businessoffice@kyiv.qsi.org
Thank you for your cooperation.
Kind regards,
KIS Business Office
Key Dates
Winter :
- 04 December - Musicians Band Concert
- 04-05 December - Book Fair Fest
- 04-05 December - KIS Drama Premier - WILLPower
- 06 December - SAT Testing
- 10 December - Pre-K and Elementary Concerts
- 10 December - PTO Bake Sale
- 11 December - Winter Festival
- 11 December - school half day
- 12 December - 11 January - Winter Break
- 12 January - students are back at school
- 16 January - Student-Advocacy Conferences
- 13 February - International Night
Policy and Procedures
Dear KIS Community,
The PTO is excited to invite you to take part in our upcoming Bake Sale on December 10th - a sweet KIS tradition that raises funds for a great cause.
We warmly welcome your contributions of homemade or store-bought sweets, pies or pastries. Each treat, whether simple or elaborate, becomes part of something bigger: a shared effort to support our school, our students, and the events that make KIS such a vibrant place to learn and grow.
Your contribution help transform a table of desserts into a celebration of community spirit.
And every hryvnia raised will go directly toward enriching student life and supporting beloved KIS events throughout the year.
To help us plan the Bake Sale, please let us know if you'll bring something to contribute:
This form is not currently accepting submissions.
Who We Are
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Dear parents, legal guardians and other KIS students’ official representatives,
We are happy to see all of you back to school and want to greet all new community members, who joined us this year!
We are PTO a.k.a Parents - Teachers Organization, non-profit organization at KIS
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.
Dear KIS Community,
We are delighted to announce one of the most beloved traditions of our school year — International Night! This long-awaited celebration brings together our entire KIS community to honor the rich cultural diversity that makes our school truly special.
On Friday, February 13th, from 4:00 to 6:00 PM, the KIS Gym will transform into a vibrant tapestry of cuisine, traditional attire, music, cultural displays, and our iconic Flag Parade. It is an evening where families proudly share the flavors, stories, and traditions of their home countries — and where we celebrate what unites us as one global community.
We warmly invite all families to participate and represent their country. Whether through food, dress, a cultural display, or simply joining the Flag Parade, your involvement helps make this night unforgettable.
If you would like to take part, please complete THE PARTICIPATION FORM and let us know which country you will represent. Form submissions are requested by January 16th.
If you have any questions or proposals, please reach out to Ms. Olga Kardash at olga-kardash@kyiv.qsi.org.
Thank you for helping us celebrate the beauty, diversity, and unity of our KIS family. We look forward to creating another memorable International Night together!
Warm regards,
International Night Committee
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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Have Questions About "Empower"?
Feel free to reach out to our Empower Program Coordinator, Mrs. Alla Titova at alla-titova@kyiv.qsi.org
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CEESA SPEECH & DEBATE TRIP TO PRAGUE
Last week, our students proudly represented KIS at the CEESA Speech and Debate Tournament hosted by the International School of Prague. It was an inspiring and memorable experience for everyone involved. Zoryana competed in both Original Oratory and Impromptu
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THE FINAL STRETCH: WILLPOWER TAKES THE SPOTLIGHT
From first read-through to final stretch, our 40 actors have grown into a true ensemble. This weekend, our Kozactors lock in pacing, cues, and connection as one. The transformation has been incredible. Will Power opens Thursday, December 4th at 6:30 PM. Don’t miss it
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KIS HALF-YEAR MUSIC RECITALS - JOYFUL PERFORMANCE AWAIT!
Half-year Music lessons recitals are going on. Pre-School and Elementary students are preparing for their Winter Concerts, showcasing the instruments they’ve learned so far. Expect joyful performances with desk bells, xylophones, jingle bells, and
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UNDER THE STARS: HUMANS VS ZOMBIES AND OUR KOZAK SPIRIT
On October 31, our Secondary Student Council set the bar high with an unforgettable Orientation Assembly and the first-ever Kozak Annual Humans vs Zombies game. Under the night sky, students of all ages sprinted across our green space, laughing
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LEARNING COMES ALIVE: STUDENTS BRING CULTURE TO LIFE FOR YOUNG CLASSMATES
Last week, the halls of our school were filled with excitement as students showcased their talents in the Cultural Studies project! Working in groups, students were tasked with creating a product of learning that communicates their research—ranging from
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SECONDARY 2 CHEMISTRY STUDENTS INVESTIGATE THE FUNDAMENTALS OF MATTER
Secondary 2 students recently took part in an engaging hands-on chemistry investigation focused on one of the most fundamental scientific principles: the Law of Conservation of Matter. During the activity, students carried out simple chemical reactions while
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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
- For general questions or early pick-up: reception@kyiv.qsi.org
- If you have questions for our business office: businessoffice@kyiv.qsi.org
- If you have questions about admissions: admissions@kyiv.qsi.org
- Preschool Office - kispreoffice@kyiv.qsi.org
- Elementary Office - kiseloffice@kyiv.qsi.org
- Middle School Office - kismsoffice@kyiv.qsi.org
- Secondary Office - kissecoffice@kyiv.qsi.org
- Tech Support - techhelp@kyiv.qsi.org
How to Contact Your Child During the School Day:
If you need to talk to your child during the school day, please contact reception and a message will be delivered to them. Please do not call or text your child directly during the school day.
Contacting School Staff
Staff hours are 8:10am-4:15pm Monday-Friday. If you email a teacher outside of these times you may not receive a response until the following day. We endeavour to respond within 24 hours.