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Nov 22nd, 2024 / ISSUE #13
WHOLE SCHOOL
Drama Production
We are delighted to invite you to our Secondary Drama Production, So Fetch – A Story of Mean Girls, a vibrant performance featuring over 60 talented students in roles such as actors, dancers, lights and sound technicians, prop and stage designers, hair and makeup artists, and stage crew.
The production will take place on Wednesday, November 27, at 1:50 PM at the Marmara Campus Theater. This show is exclusively for secondary students, parents, and guests. (A separate performance tailored for primary students is being developed for the second semester.)
Join us to celebrate the creativity, collaboration, and hard work of our students in what promises to be an unforgettable production.
Parents Climate Survey
Dear Parents,
As part of our commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive school environment, we are conducting our annual Parent Climate Survey. This survey will be shared with you in next week's Friday Flash. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we encourage all parents to participate.
Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Warm regards,
Nicolaas Mostert,
Head of School
Calendar for SY 2025-26
Dear IICS Community,
We are pleased to inform you that the academic calendar for the school year 2025-26 has been approved by the Board of Trustees. You can review the calendar here.
We hope this calendar will assist you in organising your upcoming school year effectively.
Staff Appreciation Week
Dear Parents,
I am pleased to announce that our Staff Appreciation Week celebrations will take place from Nov 25th to Nov 29th this year. This special week is dedicated to recognising and honouring the outstanding contributions our staff make to our students and the wider community.
In appreciation of their hard work and dedication, the Head of School Office, the PTA, the Board of Trustees, and our parents have collaborated to prepare a week filled with fun activities, delightful treats, and a small token of gratitude for each of the staff member.
We hope this week will not only bring some joy and relaxation but also reflect our deep appreciation for everything they do.
Thank you to our staff for their unwavering commitment to our students and for being an invaluable part of our school community.
Warm regards,
Nicolaas Mostert,
Head of School
Counseling Corner
How Parents can Foster a Sense of Belonging in Students at IICS
A sense of belonging in school is essential for students' emotional well-being, academic success, and overall happiness. When students feel connected to their school, they are more engaged, motivated, and resilient.
Parents play a key role in nurturing this sense of belonging, working alongside teachers and administrators to create a supportive, inclusive environment.
Here are several tips parents can use to cultivate this essential connection for their children. Read more...
Nov 25-29: Staff Appreciation Week
Wednesday, Nov 27: Secondary Drama Production
Friday, Nov 29: Professional Development Day for Teachers (No School for Students)
Wednesday, Dec 4: Secondary Fall Season Awards Assembly
Wednesday, Dec 4: Primary Winter Music Concert @ Marmara
Dec 5-8: CEESA HS Speech and Debate @ Baku
Friday, Dec 6: Primary CCA Season 2 Ends
Friday, Dec 6: Primary Open Assembly @ Hisar (EY5 - Grade 3)
Monday, Dec 9: Extended Earthquake Drill @ both campuses
Tuesday, Dec 10: Semester 1 Performing Arts Showcase
Thursday, Dec 12: Senior Lunch
Friday, Dec 13: Primary Winter Sing Along
Dec 14 - Jan 5: Winter Break
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
For any questions or concerns you may have, please feel free to reach out to Ms. Figen Underdown, our Board Secretary, at boardsecretary@iics.k12.tr. She will be happy to assist you with any inquiries.
CELEBRATIONS
What a week to remember at IICS! 🌈✨ Fun, creativity, and a true showcase of our unique community spirit. Huge thanks to the Secondary STUCO for making it all possible! 🙌💕🎉💖🐬
What a week to remember at IICS! 🌈✨ Fun, creativity, and a true showcase of our unique community spirit. Huge thanks to the Secondary STUCO for making it all possible! 🙌💕🎉💖🐬
Pajama Day
Pajama Day
Rolling out of bed and into the classroom in my favourite PJs! Because education should always feel this good. 💤📚
Pajama day.MOVSwitch Day
Switch Day
(Students & Teachers)
When the teachers decides to swap roles with the student... who’s really in charge now? 😂👩🏻🏫👨🏻💻
Switch day!.MOVAnything But a Backpack Day
Anything But a Backpack Day
Who needs a backpack when you've got imagination? 🌟 Today’s all about thinking outside the bag! 😂😂
Anything but a backpack day!.MOVDress Up As Your Type Day
Dress Up As Your Type Day
We celebrated individuality and self-expression with ‘Dress Up as Your Type’ Day. Your style is a reflection of your personality—who are you representing? 🐬
Dress up as your type day .MOVDress As the Color of Your Flag Day
Dress As the Color of Your Flag Day
Today, we proudly showcase our global spirit! Wearing flag colours not only celebrates our identities but also strengthens our bonds as an international community. 🌍❤️
Flag Colour Day.MOVPRIMARY SCHOOL
SECONDARY SCHOOL
ManageBac Guide for Parents
Stay informed about your child's assignments, schedules, and school updates with ManageBac, our Learning Management Platform for grades 6-12. Click here to watch a short video: it is packed with helpful tips on logging in, tracking assignments, viewing report cards, and more - all in under 4 minutes!
We have also added subtitles in some of the most commonly used home languages. Be sure to take advantage of this feature if you need it! Don’t miss this essential walkthrough.
You can log in to ManageBac here.
PTA
Movie Time
As there is no school on Friday, 29th of November, how about joining us for a movie?
Kids will enjoy watching Moana 2 all together!
Moana 2 is for the whole family: You can watch the movie with your kid(s) or join other parents for a coffee at the venue.
Date: Friday, 29th of November
Meeting Point: Kanyon Shopping Center - Paribu Cineverse - Level1
Meeting Time: 10:45
Movie Start Time: 11:00
Please fill out this form until Monday 24th of November so we can proceed with purchasing the tickets accordingly.
Further details will be sent by WhatsApp.
The Joy of Giving Back
Since 2014, Magic In A Shoebox has brightened the holidays for over 5,000 children ages 6–17 from diverse backgrounds across Istanbul. Thanks to the generous support of the IICS community, this tradition of giving has made a real impact.
Please help us spread joy again this year by packing a gift-filled shoebox and bringing it to school by Monday, December 2nd.
All details on this great Social Responsibility initiative are here.
For any questions, please contact: ptacharities@iics.k12.tr
Pablo Picasso Exhibition: A Journey from Painting to Ceramics
Please join us to appreciate 170 original works of art by Picasso.
Date: Thursday, 5th of December
Meeting Point: Ataturk Kultur Merkezi
Meeting Time: 10:00
Please sign up using this link.
For any questions, please contact: ptatours@iics.k12.tr
PTA Contact Emails
Ebru Dorman, President: ptapresident@iics.k12.tr
Ozge Araya Goncalves, VP Hisar Campus: ptavphisar@iics.k12.tr
Natalia Puscasu- Eftodi, VP Marmara Campus and PTA Parents Relations Rep: ptavpmarmara@iics.k12.tr ; ptapr@iics.k12.tr
Darima Dimchikova, Secretary: ptasecretary@iics.k12.tr
Lubna Taher, Primary Representative Hisar: ptaprimaryrephisar@iics.k12.tr
Stephanie Pigino, Secondary Rep. Marmara Campus: ptasecondaryrep@iics.k12.tr
Olena Guteneva, Treasurer: ptatreasurer@iics.k12.tr
Jua Michelle Kim, Welcome Committee Rep: ptawelcome@iics.k12.tr
Senem Tanberk Haznedaroglu, International Day Rep: ptaintlday@iics.k12.tr
Raisa Bejtovic, Food Committee Rep: ptafoodcommittee@iics.k12.tr
Ayse El Suudi, Tours and Cooking Coordinator: ptatours@iics.k12.tr
Vani Munian, Booster Club Coordinator: ptabooster@iics.k12.tr
Patty Liddle, Book Swap Coordinator: ptabookswap@iics.k12.tr
Jessica Carmikli, Charities and Golf Tournament Coordinator: ptacharities@ iics.k12.tr
Aghigh Karamzadeh, Digital Content Coordinator: ptadigitalcontent@iics.k12.tr
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