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Kozak Korner #29. April 09th, 2026

 

| Director's Message

Dear Parents,

I am delighted to be back on campus and sincerely thank all my colleagues for their hard-work, professionalism and support during my leave. The beautifully warm welcome back from students and parents was heartwarming!

Lots of activities as always at our busy school. The Book Fair has been well received this week and there was a yummy array of cakes for sale in the PTO bake sale.

PTO Easter Egg hunt and many Easter themed activities on Thursday will be exciting and lots of fun to send us off to a very well-deserved Spring break. I look forward to seeing everyone back at school on Monday 20th April. Remember that the bell rings at 8:25am and all students are expected to be in their seats ready to learn when period 1 begins at 8:30am.

Quintile 4 ends on 28th April and then we will enter into the final quintile of the school year. 

The new Kozak Cash positive behaviour system is up and running well. Each week more and more students are earning these recognitions which is extremely encouraging.

To those who are travelling I send good wishes for a smooth journey, and to those who will be staying in Ukraine a peaceful break.

Whatever your plans, stay safe and enjoy time with family and friends. 

Very kindest regards,

Susan Tilney
susan-tilney@kyiv.qsi.org

 

Short Week Before Spring Break

This is a friendly reminder that there will be no school on Friday, April 10, as it is designated as an extended travel day.

We wish everyone safe and pleasant spring holidays! 

Key Dates

Spring:

  • 10 April - Travel day - no school
  • 13 - 17 April - Spring break
  • 25 April - PSAT 9/10
  • 27 April - 20 May - IB Exams
  • 1 May - National Holiday - no school
  • 2 May - SAT Testing
  • 5 May - "Baba Yaha" Drama Show Premiere
  • 4-8 May - AP Exams

  • 7-9 May - CEESA MSG Volleyball, Vilnius

  • 8 May - National Holiday - no school

  • 11-15 May - AP Exams

  • 13 May - Talent Show

  • 14-16 May- CEESA HSG Volleyball, Riga

  • 23 May - International Night & Open House

  • 26 May - MS Band Concert

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| Save The Date!

 

| IB Visual Arts Exhibition at KIS

Spring marks the season of IB assessments, as our students step forward to demonstrate not only what they have learned, but who they have become.

Among these moments, Mariia’s IB Visual Arts Exhibition stood as a powerful culmination, also the last of its kind within this outgoing curriculum. Set in our park like school ground,  nestled among birch trees, the exhibition created a quiet yet striking dialogue between place and work.

Maria’s pieces were deeply evocative, tracing a journey from nostalgia and blurred understandings of Soviet history toward clear, resonant reflections on contemporary life in Ukraine. The work moved with purpose, layered, questioning, and unafraid.

Technically assured, conceptually sophisticated, and thoughtfully resolved, this exhibition is a testament to the courage, risk-taking, and depth of engagement that define our Kozak students.

Bravo Mariia!

 

| Secondary III Student IB Business Management Project

NikibonPOSTER (PDF)

Fresh Drop Alert: Nikibon Bakery Is Coming to KIS

by Nikita R., Sec III IB Student

There is a certain thrill that comes with getting something great in advance. That is exactly the energy behind "Nikibon Bakery", a new venture hitting the school this week as part of my IB Business Management coursework.

Starting on April 8th, the books are officially open for our very first batch! With 3 flavors available: chocolate-poppy seed, caramel-nut, and sugar-free whole-wheat version! Each cost 100 UAH! The first delivery will happen on Monday after the break.

To make sure every single roll sold is fresh and flawless, this drop is operating on a "batch" system. 

To order and find out more visit the telegram channel https://t.me/nikibonbakery 

Thank you! 

| SAT Assessment Opportunities

 

Dear Sec 3 Students,

This is a gentle reminder that The College Board SAT Weekend Assessment will be held at Kyiv International School on May 2. This is a great opportunity for students to take the SAT in a familiar environment and gain valuable experience with this important college entrance exam.

Students interested in participating in May assessment should register by April 17th.

Have Questions About College Board Assessments?

Feel free to reach out to our AP Coordinator, Ms. Alina Filipchuk at alina-filipchuk@kyiv.qsi.org

| Sports & Activities

Have Questions About Afterschool Sports & Activities?

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

| Spring Reading Challenge

 

Hi, Amazing Readers! 
Spring sunshine is here, and it’s the perfect time to curl up with a good book! 🌞📚

Join our Spring Reading Challenge during the break. Read your favorite stories, go on new adventures, and then get your FREE ice cream to celebrate! 🍦🎉

For Elementary Students:

✅ Check out 3 books from the library

Then complete these fun reading steps during Spring Break:

📘 Read one book on your own.
📗 Read one book to your parent or another adult.
📕 Have a parent, relative, or sibling read a book to you.
🌍 Read one book in your native language

📝 Write down all the book titles and authors on the FORM.
📅 Please return the form by Friday, April 24th, to receive your reward! 🎉🍦

For Middle School & Secondary Students:
Please read one novel of your choice over the break.
After finishing, fill out a short response form.

Share what you liked, what surprised you, or why you’d recommend it to someone else.

Have a super fun spring break and happy reading! 

Have Questions About Spring Reading Challenge?

Feel free to reach out to our librarian, Ms. Alla Yarmolenko at alla-yarmolenko@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

 

| PTO & Community Engagement

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.

| Integrated Technology Platforms

Policy and Procedures

 

| 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.