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Kozak Korner #23. February 20th, 2026

| Interim Director's Message

Dear Parents,

As we head into February Break, I want to take a moment to reflect on a very productive and positive week at our school.

We were pleased to welcome our Regional Supervisor, Luke Woodruff, for a visit this week. It was a wonderful opportunity to showcase the hard work happening in our classrooms each day. Mr. Woodruff had the chance to see firsthand the strong teaching, engaged learning, and supportive school community that make our school such a special place. 

This week also marked the completion of teacher grades and Success Orientations. Our staff has dedicated thoughtful time to reviewing student progress and preparing feedback. Status Reports and Success Orientation information will be sent home after February Break. We encourage families to take time to review the information carefully and reach out with any questions.

During the break, I hope everyone has the opportunity to rest, recharge, and spend quality time with family and friends. We look forward to welcoming students back refreshed and ready for a strong start to Quintile four.

Enjoy the break!

Sincerely,

Chelsey Zoromski
chelsey-zoromski@kyiv.qsi.org

To schedule a meeting with Ms. Zoromski, please click here.  

| PTO Bingo Night

 

Get Ready for PTO Bingo Night! 

Mark your calendars! Join us on Friday, March 20, for an exciting PTO Bingo Night – a fantastic evening of fun, prizes, and community spirit!

🗓️ Event Timing:
🍽 4:00 PM – Delicious food available for purchase in the Cafeteria
🎲 5:00 - 7:30 PM – Bingo Games (2 rounds – break – 2 rounds)

Game Cards Pricing:

  • Preorder: 200 UAH per set of 4 cards
  • On Bingo Day: 400 UAH per set of 4 cards
  • Middle Set: Buy 5 and get 1 free = 6 sets for 1000 UAH
  • Super Set: Buy 10 and get 2 free = 12 sets for 2000 UAH

Game cards will be available at the PTO Shop starting March 3rd. 

Planning to join?
Please confirm your participation by filling in this short survey. Your response helps us organize food and seating!

 

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Exciting news for KIS families — a few lucky winners will enjoy the special perk of parking on campus!

Help Make Bingo Night Even More Exciting!
We’re looking for prize donations to make the night extra special. If you’d like to contribute, here are some great ideas:

  • Bookstore gift certificates
  • Quest room experiences
  • Bowling passes
  • Movie tickets
  • Family board games (Monopoly, Uno, etc.)
  • Gourmet food or chocolate baskets
  • Water bottles (not plastic)

💡 Promote Your Business!
Looking for a great way to showcase your business within our community? Bingo Night is the perfect opportunity! By donating a gift certificate, product, or free lesson, you'll not only promote your brand but also support a fun and engaging event for our families. It’s a win-win!

For prize donations or sponsorship opportunities, contact PTO President Yuliya Angel at +38 067 500 2775.

Key Dates

 Winter - Spring:

  • 23-27 February - February break - no school
  • 6 March - PTO Bake Sale
  • 9 March - National Holiday - no school
  • 20 March - PTO Bingo Night
  • 9 April - PTO Bake Sale
  • 13 - 17 April - Spring break
  • 27 April - 20 May - IB Exams
  • 1 May - National Holiday - no school
  • 2 May - SAT Testing
  • 4 - 8 May - AP Exams
  • 7 May - Art Fest

  • 7-9 May - CEESA MSG Volleyball, Vilnius

  • 8 May - National Holiday - no school

  • 11 - 15 May - AP Exams

  • 14-16 May- CEESA HSG Volleyball, Riga

  • 26 May - MS Band Concert

School Calendar 2025 - 2026

School Calendar 2026 - 2027

Policy and Procedures

 

| KIS in The Kyiv Independent

 
The image shows a young man in a suit gesturing with his hands while speaking on a stage, with the Kyiv International School logo and branding prominently displayed in the background.

KIS in The Kyiv Independent! Recently Kyiv International School featured an article on how our school continues to shine and keep education going, even through the toughest times.

📖 Read the full story here: [LINK]

| PTO & Community Engagement

Dear KIS Community,

KIS PTO is opening the door for everyone to help enrich and strengthen our school community! On Friday, March 6th, they are organizing a Bake Sale, and this is a beautiful chance for families to contribute.

By bringing something homemade — sweet or savory — you’re not just sharing food, you’re sharing time, care, and a piece of your family with our school. Every cake, batch of cookies, or savory bite becomes part of the spirit that makes KIS so special.

This is your moment to get involved, support student life, and help create a warm, joyful atmosphere for our children.

Please take a moment to complete the participation form - we would be delighted to have you join us and help make this event extra sweet!

Required

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First Name
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Please indicate if you'd like to contribute

All proceeds will go directly to the PTO supporting holiday celebrations and special treats for our students and school.

Thank you for your contribution,
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.

| Goethe External Exams

German External Exams Are Coming Back!

We are happy to share exciting news with our school community - the German Goethe external exams are coming back this May!

This is a great opportunity for students who are learning German at our school, as well as for those who study the language independently, to officially test their German language proficiency and receive an internationally recognized certificate from the Goethe-Institut.

Depending on the number of registered participants, the Goethe-Institut will decide whether the exams will take place at our school premises or at an external examination center. The planned examination period is May.

We are currently collecting preliminary information to better understand the number of interested students and the levels they would like to take.
All interested students are kindly asked to fill out the survey, indicating the level they are considering.

👉🏻 Goethe German Exam - Interest Survey – Fill out form

The following levels are planned to be offered:

  • A1
  • A2
  • B1
  • B2

The exams are open to students aged 10 - 18 years.

Taking part in the Goethe exam is an excellent way to:

  • objectively assess your German language skills,
  • gain international certification,
  • and strengthen your academic profile for future studies.

Further organizational details will be shared once the survey results are collected.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the German department.

We look forward to seeing many motivated students take on this challenge!

Have Questions About Goethe External Exams?

Feel free to reach out to our German language teacher, Ms. Kateryna Munteanu at kateryna-munteanu@kyiv.qsi.org

| Week Without Walls

 
The image advertises a %22Week Without Walls%22 adventure trip to the Carpathian Mountains, featuring various outdoor activities such as rafting, hiking, and bonfires, along with local activities in Kyiv for those not traveling.

Have Questions About Week Without Walls?

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

| Supporting Sirius Pet Shelter

 

Our school is proud to continue the great initiative of supporting the Sirius Pet Shelter by donating sorted food leftovers. This meaningful effort reflects not only our care for animals in need but also our strong commitment to reducing food waste.

What may no longer be needed by one can still make a real difference to another. Instead of letting good food go to waste, we choose to ensure it reaches those who can truly benefit from it - proving that small, thoughtful actions can have a big impact.

This ongoing initiative highlights the values we share as a community: compassion, awareness, and action. We are incredibly proud of the KIS community for consistently showing that helping others- both people and animals - starts with everyday choices.

This winter has been tough not just for people, but for animals too. To help keep them warm and fed, KIS donated funds to Sirius Pet Shelter, supporting the purchase of 36 bags of pet food for their furry residents. 

Together, we continue to make a difference. 💚🐶

| Sports & Activities

Have Questions About Afterschool Sports & Activities

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

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

LTP - Devised Drama Experience

"Learn Through Play" Activities – Final Block (Sessions 4 & 5)

We are inviting  interested students aged 7–10 to take part in our LTP DEVISING DRAMA program - it will take place during  the final two Learning Through Play sessions, which form a single block. 

Students who sign up for Session 4 must also attend Session 5, as together they build toward a finished performance. (May 05th)

This block is a devised drama experience led by Secondary I student directors and will culminate in two performances of  Baba Yaha’s Three Tales of the Forest on Tuesday, May 05th in our KIS auditorium.

Working in creative teams, students will explore Ukrainian folklore, reclaiming the tales of Baba Yaha through music, movement, storytelling, and ensemble play. The focus is on collaboration, imagination, and building one  big beautiful piece of theatre together.

Important commitments (non-negotiable):

  • Availability every Tuesday and Thursday, Period 8 (3:00–4:00 pm)

  • Students must be in Kyiv for the last two weeks of April and the first two weeks of May

Families interested in participating should complete the sign-up form, which will help the Secondary student directors plan rehearsals and best support all students involved.

👉🏻 SIGN-UP FORM

For any questions, please contact Leanne Hume at leanne-hume@kyiv.qsi.org

Have Questions About Drama Activity?

Feel free to reach out to our Drama director, Mrs. Leanne Hume at leanne-hume@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

 

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| 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.

If you need to contact the school during an air raid alert, please use the following mobile phone number:
+38-067-477-2918 - Reception

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.