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Kozak Korner #37. June 12th, 2026

| Director's Message

Dear Families,

Thank you to all the parents who came to support our Pre-School and Elementary students at their concerts this week. They were full of joy, with a very high cute factor!

This weekend we will honour our Secondary 4 graduates at the Kyiv International School Graduation ceremony.

Next week will be the last week of an action packed school year as we conclude for the 2025-26 year at 11:50am on Thursday 18th June.

I would like to take a moment to let you know of some staff departures, role changes, returns and arrivals: 

A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Departing Staff

We extend our gratitude to the following for their dedication and contributions:

 

  • Pablo Rivera - Middle School Science

  • Jan Scott – Secondary Humanities

  • Susan Tilney – Director

Congratulations on New Roles

Wishing the best of luck to our colleagues taking on exciting new challenges:

  • Helen Garbuz - 10 YO teacher

  • Jake McGrew – Elementary School Academic Coordinator

  • Rachel Musser - 7 YO teacher

  • Alla Titova - Middle School Literature and Writing teacher

Returning from Maternity Leave

  • Maria Sydorchuk - Office Manager 

  • Olga Shliakhovska - Swimming & PE Teacher 

Welcome to Our New Kozaks!

Let’s give a warm welcome to the newest members of our teaching community:

  • Paul Hodgson - Middle School and Secondary Academic Coordinator

  • Andrew McCartney - IB Computer Science, Pre-Calculus, MS Cultural Studies, MS Mathematics

  • Duncan Ware - IB Chemistry, MS Science, MS Mathematics

  • Rachel Lehmann Ware - 11 YO teacher

Kind regards, have a safe and restful weekend,

Ms. Susan Tilney
susan-tilney@kyiv.qsi.org

 

| Important Notice: Agreements and Invoices for 2026-27 Available on Moodle

Dear Parents,

We would like to inform you that the Enrollment Agreement and School Fees Invoice for the 2026-27 academic year have now been created and uploaded to your Parent Moodle portal by the Business Office.

Please ensure that all signed 2026-27 agreements are submitted to the Business Office or the School Registrar no later than August 21, 2026.

To access your documents, please log in to your Moodle account via the following link:
Access Parent Moodle Portal

Once logged in, navigate to “Family Profile” and then “Invoices & Statements.”

Our current school fees for the 2026-27 school year are available here:
View School Fees 2026–2027

If you experience any difficulties accessing your account, please contact the Help Desk at moodlehelp@kyiv.qsi.org.

Important Security Reminder:
As part of our commitment to digital security and phishing awareness, we would like to remind you that KIS has not changed its banking details.
If you receive any communication indicating changes to bank account information, please do not act on it immediately. Instead, kindly verify this information by contacting the school directly via telephone or by visiting the Business Office in person.

Should you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to the Business Office:
Email: businessoffice@kyiv.qsi.org and Cell Phone: +38(068)340-72-52

Thank you for your attention and cooperation.

Warm regards,
Business Office

Key Dates

 Summer:

  • 13 June - Class of 2026 Graduation Ceremony

  • 16 June - Field Day 

  • 18 June - Last Day of School - Half day

  • 20 August - First Day of School

  • 24 August - Ukraine's Independence Day - no school

School Calendar 2025 - 2026School Calendar 2026 - 2027
 

 

The KIS PTO is adding extra fun to this year’s Field Day on June 16th!

Students will enjoy a raffle with great prizes, fresh popcorn, and fluffy cotton candy throughout the day — all helping to create a festive atmosphere.

Each activity costs 50 UAH.

A big thank you to our PTO for making Field Day even more joyful, memorable, and fun for our students!

| PTO & Community Engagement

 

Dear KIS Community,

We would like to express our sincere gratitude for your generous participation in both the most recent bake sale and all the previous ones. This wonderful tradition of sharing our favorite homemade recipes is truly meaningful and heartwarming.

We plan to continue it in the next academic year as well.

All proceeds, as in previous years, will go toward organizing school events such as Welcome Back Picnic, Open House, Winter Fest, Wine & Cheese, Teachers’ Appreciation Day, Easter Week, Photo Zones for Talent Show and other events, Halloween, etc. However, in the 2026–2027 school year, we plan to allocate 20 percent to the CEESA program to provide additional support to our incredible students and amazing teachers.

Their ability to participate in competitions and represent our school with dignity despite incredibly exhausting journeys is truly admirable.

Our main objective is to enhance and enrich our children’s school experience. All our actions are always directed toward one goal — benefiting our kids.

We look forward to the next academic year, which will bring more recipes, delicious food, friendly conversations, happy kids’ faces covered in chocolate and an even stronger community.

Best regards,
PTO Team
 

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.

| Craftworks Available For Purchase

 

Did you spot the beautiful handmade artwork at this year’s International Night?

If you walked through the KIS lobby afterwards, you might have noticed these colourful, creative pieces on display — each one made by students as part of a hands-on EcoUkraine project from EcoUkraine.

What makes them really special is that they’re not just decorations. They’re the result of patience, imagination, and a lot of pride in making something with your own hands.

The good news is — they’re now available to purchase at the KIS PTO Shop!

It’s a lovely chance to take a piece of the event home with you, and maybe even get inspired to try crafting together as a family. Who knows — it might spark a new hobby for your child too.

To learn more click HERE

| Secondary IV Spotlight

 
A graduating student in a cap and gown is featured in the foreground, with the Kyiv International School logo and text about her future plans in the background.

University Acceptances

| Week Highlights

 
Secondary Water War At KIS

SECONDARY STUCO BRINGS THE SPLASH: UNFORGETTABLE WATER WAR AT KIS 

On Thursday afternoon, our Secondary Student Council hosted a perennial KIS favorite event: Super Mega Water War, and it was a tremendous success. With beautiful weather and enthusiastic participation, more than two-thirds of our Secondary students came 

Continue reading about Secondary Water War At KIS

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

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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.

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