Dec 6th, 2024 / ISSUE #15
WHOLE SCHOOL
Secondary Principal for SY 2025-26
Dear IICS Community,
I hope this message finds you all well. As we approach winter break, the Board of Trustees wanted to take a moment to share an important update regarding the resignation of the Secondary Principal and our next steps to find a replacement for this significant position.
Over the past decade, this role has seen a series of changes, in turn lacking continuity that has an impact on our school community. The Board of Trustees, in partnership with our Head of School, Mr. Nicolaas Mostert, have been carefully evaluating the situation at hand and have decided to not rush the hiring process to find a replacement for this leadership role. The timeline for the hiring process for such a position is generally a lengthy process taking up to 14-18 months. We are committed to conduct a thorough and deliberate search to find a candidate that aligns with our school’s mission, vision and values. For details, please click here.
Warm regards,
Molly Grunberg,
Chair of IICS Board of Trustees
Parents Climate Survey
Dear Parents,
This is a reminder to participate in our annual Parent Climate Survey. Your feedback on communication, support services, and school culture is crucial for enhancing our programmes. The survey takes about 10 to 15 minutes to complete and is confidential. Please ensure you submit your responses by Friday, December 13th.
Thank you for your valuable input and support.
Warm regards,
Nicolaas Mostert,
Head of School
To access the school's Google Calendar, please visit Google Calendar.
You can review the calendar for SY 2025-26 here.
Dec 5-8: CEESA HS Speech and Debate @ Warsaw
CEESA MS Speech and Debate @ Baku
Monday, Dec 9: Extended Earthquake Drill @ both campuses
Tuesday, Dec 10: Semester 1 Performing Arts Showcase
Wednesday, Dec 11: Secondary Talent Show
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
From classrooms to cheer, we’re decorating our way into the New Year! 🌟 Together, we’re spreading joy and creativity at IICS. Here’s to a bright year ahead! 💖
Wrapped in holiday cheer and sweet melodies! 🎵🎄 A huge shoutout to our amazing young stars who lit up the stage at our Primary Winter Concert! 🌟
Exploring the vibrant tapestry of modern art at the Istanbul Museum of Modern Art, our DP Art and Design students engaged deeply with diverse styles and cultural narratives, enriching their understanding of design principles. 🎨
Exploring the fundamental principles of chemistry, Grade 11 & 12 students conducted experiments to uncover the secrets of eggshell composition. 🥚📊 Their journey through titration and mole ratios was a testament to their scientific prowess!
Our Grade 5 students have truly excelled in their Personal Exploratory Time projects! Their unique interests shine through in this exhibition, showcasing the future innovators of tomorrow. 🌍
Alumni Visit
What a fantastic surprise! 🎉 Our heart is full as we welcomed back our amazing alumni, Marcos De Campos Leite and Kiril Nikolov, from the Class of 2002! 🌟 A heartfelt thanks to Marcos and Kiril, for visiting us today! Class of 2002 forever! 🎓❤️
PRIMARY SCHOOL
This week we celebrated so much in our learning community! Please be sure to check out this full peek of the week 🙂
Please note the CCAs for this round end today, Friday December 6th.
SECONDARY SCHOOL
PTA
The Joy of Giving Back
Magic In A Shoebox – Extended Deadline! **
Thank you for your generous contributions so far - we’re just a few boxes shy of our goal of 100!
With the extended deadline, can we beat it and spread even more joy to children in need?
NEW DEADLINE: Monday, December 9th.
Please drop off your shoeboxes at school by then.
On Tuesday, December 10th, the boxes will be delivered straight to the children, spreading joy just in time for the holidays.
Let’s make magic happen together!
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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