Nov 7, 2025

November 7, 2025

Dear ICS Community,

At ICS, we believe a well-rounded education extends far beyond the classroom. Our co-curricular program is a vital part of school life, fostering teamwork, resilience, and a lifelong passion for learning and activity. Over the next few months, I will be shining a spotlight on the different pillars of this program to celebrate the incredible achievements and opportunities available to our students.

This month, I am excited to highlight our Athletics Program, which has been buzzing with energy and remarkable accomplishments across all grade levels. From the international stages of the ACSC tournaments in high school to the exciting progress of our younger Warriors, there is much to celebrate!

Our high school athletes recently returned from ACSC (Asia Christian Schools Conference) tournaments across Asia, and I could not be prouder of their effort, dedication, and the exemplary sportsmanship they displayed. They truly represented ICS with pride on and off the field, court, and pool.

Here are some of the standout highlights:

Boys Volleyball (at Dalat International School): The team achieved our best result in years, finishing 4th overall! In a spectacular quarter-final match, they came back from being down 2 sets to beat Grace International School 3-2. A special congratulations to Kason Sit for his selection to the All-Tournament Team.

Girls Volleyball (at Grace International School): Our girls had an excellent run, winning 4 of their 7 games in the group stages. After some tough knockout matches, they finished a strong 7th overall. I congratulate Abigail Lam on being named to the All-Tournament Team.

Boys Football (at YISS in Seoul): Our young and competitive squad battled hard. After regrouping from a challenging group stage, they went head-to-head with the eventual finalist in the quarterfinal, unfortunately losing on penalties to finish 8th. Congratulations to Cyrus Lau for his All-Tournament Team selection.

Swimming (at ICS Bangkok): Our Warriors made a huge splash, earning a haul of medals! The team was led by Charlotte McFarland's gold in the 100m backstroke and Anson Hui's silvers in the 800m freestyle and 400m breaststroke. The boys' team brought home the 3rd place overall trophy, with the girls securing a solid 6th place.

I would like to extend a huge thank you to the host schools for their hospitality, to our dedicated coaches for their leadership, and to you, our families, for your steadfast support in cheering on our students from near and far.

The Warrior spirit is thriving at every level! This year, we've also been delighted to see our elementary school swim, basketball, and football teams building their skills and sportsmanship with incredible enthusiasm. It has been a joy to watch them learn, grow, and support one another. The progress they have made so far this year is fantastic, and they are building a strong foundation for the future of ICS Athletics.

Sincerely,

Christina Daniel

Dean of Co-Curricular Education and Pastoral Care

Don't Miss the Fall Honors Recital!

Mark your calendars!

Our ICS Music Department is proud to present the Fall Honors Recital on Nov 11, 2025 (Tue), at 3:45 PM. The 5th-floor chapel will come alive with the sound of music as our students perform a diverse program of solos, duets, trios, and more.

It's a wonderful opportunity to experience the vibrant musical culture within our school community.

Step into the Magical Town of 'Almost, Maine'

Almost, Maine is a heartwarming and whimsical exploration of love and relationships set in the small, fictional town of Almost. Performed in the round, this unique staging invites the audience to feel a part of the action, creating an intimate atmosphere.

Join us on Nov 20-22, 2025 for an enchanting play featuring a series of vignettes that capture the magic and complexities of love, blending humor, poetry, and touching scenes. Heads up! This unique setup means seating is very limited. Please be sure to reserve only what you need. Please get your tickets from ICS Portal.

Battle of the Bards

The Shakespearean dramatic contest Battle of the Bards' 2026 is open for applications!

Students aged 8-18 can perform monologues (1 person) or duologues (2 people) in a minimalist style, using just one prop and a chair if needed. Audition scripts are on their Webpage

Key Dates:

Application Deadline: Jan 7, 2026 (Wed)
Audition Tape Submission Deadline: Jan 14, 2026 (Wed)

Semi-Final Competition: Feb 7, 2026 (Sat) @ Xiqu Centre Studio
Final Competition: Apr 4,2026 (Sat) @ Xiqu Centre Atrium

For any question, contact

Mrs Ezeamuzie at ezeamuziem@ics.edu.hk or

Mrs Tupps at tuppsg@ics.edu.hk

Application Form - Monologue Category

Application Form - Duologue Category

Join us for the Domestic Workers Clothing Drive

Our school’s domestic worker clothing drive is a wonderful way to show support and appreciation for the hardworking domestic workers in our community. The goal is to collect gently used clothes in good condition that can make a real difference in someone’s life. It’s a chance for all of us to come together and give back in a meaningful way.

Please remember, this drive is specifically for clothing, hats, backpacks. so no personal hygiene items or worn-out clothes, please. The collection will take place at the ICS carpark ,so let’s work together to make this effort thoughtful and impactful! Thank you!

Join Our School Bus Committee:

We Need Your Input & Parent Representatives!

Survey

Our school contract will end in June 2026, we will soon begin the process of tendering for new transportation services, set to begin in the 2026-2027 school year. To ensure we find the best possible service for our community, we need your input:

If you are currently using or considering the bus service, your input by completing the survey before Nov 14, 2025 will be very helpful.

We are also seeking TWO parents to join our School Bus Committee for the upcoming bus contract process. If you are interested in helping to ensure our children have a safe ride to school, please sign up for our interest list.

Committee Structure

5 School Representatives:

Mr Welch, Ms Manli Wong, Mr Alan Lui, Mr Will Schreoder, Mr Simon Pang

4 Parent Representatives:

2 from the Parents' association, two open positions

What you'll do:

Attend in-person meeting & vendor interview during school office hours (8 am - 4:30 pm). The first meeting will be during the week of November 17
Partner with school representatives to work on the tendering process by reviewing survey data, outlining essential selection criteria, and choosing the most suitable school bus company.

Michael Lee (Class of 2014)

Michael Lee was in the ICS Class of 2014. He received his Bachelor’s degree in Economics at the University of California, Berkeley and Master’s degree in Finance & Information Management from the Technische Universität München.

He then returned to Hong Kong, where he started his career in Finance. Michael is a Charterholder of the CFA Program and is currently working at Guotai Junan International in the Wealth Management division.