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Kozak Korner #16. December 05th, 2025 

| Director's Message

Dear parents,

I hope that many of you have been able to attend the school production 'WillPower' this week. What a testament to the results that can be achieved through hard work, passion, perseverance and collaboration.

All of our Success Orientations were demonstrated by students and teachers alike. A special mention for the following teachers and staff members whose dedication and creativity made this wonderful performance possible:

Leanne Hume, Bob Hume, Tanya Boychenko, Irene Bykova, Alina Filipchuk, Olga Golitsyna, Theo Kourkov, Oksana Law, Jake McGrew, Olga Steblyanko, Vlad Zakharov, Katya Zakharova.

Over the past few weeks teachers have been reviewing the school's behaviour management systems and reflecting on some ways to bring more clarity for all with regard to misbehaviours and consequences for different misbehaviours.

We have used a 3 level misbehaviour chart with level 1 being misbehaviours that distract from student learning, level 2 repeated level 1 misbehaviours and those misbehaviours that contradict Success Orientations and level 3 misbehaviours that put themselves and others in physical and/or emotional danger.

I will share our final draft next week for your viewing and then during the week beginning 12th January 2026 there will be 3 parent meetings where I will go over this chart:

  • Wednesday 14th January at 8:45am - Elementary School (5-10 year olds)
  • Thursday 15th January 2026 at 8:45am - 11,12 and 13 year olds
  • Friday 16th January 2026 at 8:45am - Secondary 1 to IV

The following week there will be 3 student assemblies where the final chart will be shared with all students in the school in an age appropriate manner.

Quintile 2 Status Reports will be sent to you next week.

Stay safe and have a lovely weekend,

Kind regards,

Susan Tilney
susan-tilney@kyiv.qsi.org

 

Short Week Before Winter Break

Thursday, December 11th is half day and the last day of school before winter break. There is no school on December 12th. 

| Important Notice: Payment Deadlines Before Winter Break

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:

  • 1st Term: 22 August 2025

  • 2nd Term: 12 December 2025

  • 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 :

  • 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
  • 14 January - Elementary Parent Meeting
  • 15 January - Middle School Parent Meeting
  • 16 January - Secondary Parent Meeting
  • 16 January - Student-Advocacy Conferences
  • 13 February - International Night

School Calendar 2025 - 2026

Policy and Procedures

 

| KIS Winter Concerts

 

| PTO & Community Engagement

Dear Parents,

We kindly ask for your support as we prepare for our upcoming Winter Bake Sale (December 10th).

We invite you to take part in this festive event by contributing homemade treats that showcase your family’s Christmas and New Year culinary traditions. This is a wonderful opportunity to share your favorite recipes, create a warm holiday atmosphere, and support our school community.

Our Bake Sale will be held in the best traditions of the British Christmas season — filled with cozy charm, festive spirit, and the aroma of holiday spices.

Please complete the participation form — we would be delighted to have you join us!

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.

All funds raised will go directly to the PTO to support holiday events and gifts for our students and school.

Sincerely Yours,
KIS PTO

Who We Are

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.

| International Night 2026

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

| Winter Reading Challenge

 

Dear Students,

The much-deserved winter break is just around the corner!

As you enjoy your favorite books, we invite you to join our Winter Break Reading Challenge. Complete the challenge and return the completed form to your librarian, Alla Yarmolenko, to receive an ice cream coupon or another small gift from your library.

👉🏻 CLICK TO GET THE FORM

Rules:

  • Middle School & Secondary:
    Read at least three novels from different genres.

  • Upper Elementary:
    Read three chapter books.

  • Lower Elementary:
    Read as many picture books as you can—but no fewer than 5!

📚 Enjoy your reading adventure!
🎁 Prizes await!

| Sports & Activities

Have Questions About "Learn Trough Play"?

Feel free to reach out to our "LTP" elementary activities Coordinator, Mrs. Dana Horbunova at dana-horbunova@kyiv.qsi.org

Have Questions About Afterschool Sports & Activities?

Feel free to reach out to our Athletics Director, Mr. Anatoly Prima at anatoly-prima@kyiv.qsi.org

| "Empower" Program

 

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.

Have Questions About "Empower"?

Feel free to reach out to our Empower Program Coordinator, Mrs. Alla Titova at alla-titova@kyiv.qsi.org 

| Week Highlights

 
Winter Book Fair at KIS

KIS WINTER BOOK FAIR: TWO DAYS FILLED WITH BOOKS AND DISCOVERY

On December 4th and 5th, the KIS campus transformed into a festive world of stories, imagination, and winter magic as we hosted our annual Winter Book Fair. Students, parents, and teachers wandered between stacks of books, discovering new adventures

Continue reading about Winter Book Fair at KIS

| Integrated Technology Platforms

| 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.  

| How To Contact Us

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.