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Sep 13th, 2024 / ISSUE #3
REMINDERS
Wednesday, Sept 18: Just a quick reminder that Wednesday, September 18, is our Faculty Professional Development Day. Students will be dismissed early at 1:00 PM on both campuses. Also, there will be no after-school activities on that day, so please plan accordingly.
Sept 16 - 20 & Sept 26: School photos. Schedule available here.
Wednesday, Sept 18: Last Day to sign up for Fun Run & Picnic
Wednesday, Sept 18: MS Football Friendly Games vs IGA @ 13:30-16:00
Saturday, Sept 21: PTA Fun Run & Picnic
Sept 23-27: Primary MAP Testing
Sept 25: Hisar Picnic
Sept 24-27: Secondary Class Trips
WHOLE SCHOOL
Dear IICS Community,
We invite you to celebrate the beginning of a new school year with us! This is an excellent opportunity to meet new friends, enjoy a refreshing run, and support our Student Club Fundraisers.
Come and spend a wonderful morning with your IICS family, indulging in delicious food and great company.
Please take a moment to review the event program and sign up here. Transportation will be provided, so be sure to select that option when registering.
We encourage you to bring some snacks with you for the morning, as a BBQ lunch will be provided for everyone, generously sponsored by the PTA.
We look forward to seeing everyone there!
Date: Saturday, September 21, 2024
Time: 10:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Where: Marmara Campus
Note: The main gate will be closed to all vehicles from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM due to a scheduled run. We kindly request that all families arrive at school by 10:00 AM to ensure a smooth and timely entry. During the closure, you are welcome to walk through the main gate if needed.
Dear IICS Parents,
Dear IICS Parents,
We would like to take this opportunity to express our gratitude to all members of our community for their support and involvement during the Primary and Secondary Back to School days at Marmara and Hisar this week. It is always a pleasure to host our families on our beautiful campuses and to share the exceptional learning opportunities and experiences that we proudly offer our students.
We would like to take this opportunity to express our gratitude to all members of our community for their support and involvement during the Primary and Secondary Back to School days at Marmara and Hisar this week. It is always a pleasure to host our families on our beautiful campuses and to share the exceptional learning opportunities and experiences that we proudly offer our students.
In recent weeks, we have received several inquiries regarding our emergency procedures and protocols at IICS. We want to reassure you that we are committed to the safety and well-being of our community. To this end, we will continue to conduct monthly emergency drills. Additionally, we will provide regular updates as necessary to keep everyone informed.
In recent weeks, we have received several inquiries regarding our emergency procedures and protocols at IICS. We want to reassure you that we are committed to the safety and well-being of our community. To this end, we will continue to conduct monthly emergency drills. Additionally, we will provide regular updates as necessary to keep everyone informed.
Both of our campuses are well-equipped with essential supplies, including water, food, tents, sleeping bags, and medical equipment, to support our students and staff for a duration of 3-5 days in the event of an emergency.
Both of our campuses are well-equipped with essential supplies, including water, food, tents, sleeping bags, and medical equipment, to support our students and staff for a duration of 3-5 days in the event of an emergency.
Additionally, we have included important transportation information below from Gursel, our transportation company.
Additionally, we have included important transportation information below from Gursel, our transportation company.
Thank you for your continued support. We wish you a fantastic weekend filled with quality time with family and friends.
Thank you for your continued support. We wish you a fantastic weekend filled with quality time with family and friends.
Sincerely,
Nicolaas Mostert, Head of School
Transportation Emergency Procedures
Transportation Emergency Procedures
GURSEL is pleased to provide the IICS community with high-quality transportation. IICS Transportation Coordinator, Mr. Bedirhan Dere, is on-site at Marmara and may be contacted either personally or by phone to answer any questions or provide information. Read more..
The Emergency Transportation Flow Chart can be found here.
How to Login to Community Portal
How to Login to Community Portal
Dear Parents,
We would like to inform you that important school news and announcements are shared on our Community Portal for security reasons. To access this site and stay updated, please follow the instructions outlined below.
Instructions for Community Portal:
- Go to Community Portal (under Community section on main page)
- Enter the email you provided to the Admission Team
- Create a username and password.
- Enter the invitation code: 89d98d524m
- Click "Sign up!"
- When you are prompted to the sign-in page, enter your information.
- Check the “Remember me” box.
- Click “Login”
We hope you'll find all the information you are looking for on the Community Portal and on our website but if you need any additional information, we are here to help.
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
One of the outcomes from the recent Friday Flash survey indicated a need for improved communication with the Board. 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
Senior Stickers
Senior Stickers
Seniors, it's time to stick together! Check out our seniors' new stickers and let the dolphin vibes roll! 🐬✨
Senior stickers.mp4Class of 2025
Class of 2025
Celebrating the bright minds of the future! 🎓✨ IICS proudly presents the Class of 2025!
Seniors.mp4What’s the best part of being a senior?
What’s the best part of being a senior?
Check out their favorite senior highlights and the tips they have for those still finding their way. Their answers might just surprise you!
Senior talks.mp4Alumni Spotlight
Alumni Spotlight
Reunion vibes with Myriam, Marvo, and Maja! Cherishing the moments that brought us together and the adventures that lie ahead. Once a dolphin, always a dolphin! 🐬💕
Friendly Football with IGA
Friendly Football with IGA
Double the wins, double the pride! 🐬✨ Huge shoutout to our amazing players and coaches for leading the charge against IGA! Keep shining, Dolphins! 🐬🌟🐬🌟
FRIENDLY FOOTBALL.mp4Forest Learning
Forest Learning
As the sun shines down, our forest learners are engaged in a hands-on experience that teaches them about balance, nature, and the importance of working together. Building pathways for growth, one step at a time. 🌼🌍
Forest Learners.mp4PRIMARY SCHOOL
SECONDARY SCHOOL
Dear Secondary Parents and Students,
It was fantastic to welcome you on campus yesterday for our back to school day. A particular highlight was to see the number of middle school parents that attended and the team and we appreciated having so many of you join your child on campus. Moving forward, we would love to see a greater number of high school parents come and participate also as we feel that closer links between parents, teachers and students ensure that every student has the support they need to be successful. Whilst our high school students will try to convince you that there is no need for you to attend or may even tell you that they do not want you to attend, please know from us that we want you here and find these opportunities to connect just as valuable for them as it is for our middle school students.
Please find here links to each of the presentations share at back to school day:
Welcome to Secondary School, Mr. Kane and Mr. Kipmen
An introduction to Student Support Services, Mrs. Kane
An introduction to Safeguarding , Ms. St. George
An introduction to the MYP, Ms. Westby
(Presentation 1) An introduction to the IBDP and (Presentation 2) the Innovation Diploma, Ms. Sreckovic-Minic and Dr. Denmon
Navigating higher education pathways, Ms. Mi
An introduction to Athletics and Activities, Mr. Atanaskovic
Next week it will be that time of year where we complete the class photos for the year. Please find the schedule attached HERE and ensure that your child is ready to have their photo taken on the allocated day.
Next weekend is our annual PTA fun run and this is a great opportunity to come, share in some food and conversation and even run around our beautiful campus. It will be great to see many of you here and please remember to bring hats, sunglasses, sunscreen and water bottles as the weather can be warm.
Thank you to all parents that have completed the forms for our upcoming Secondary trips week. We hold these close to the beginning of the year as they are a great opportunity for our students and teachers to connect and really get to know each other. Each grade level will be exploring a different part of our fabulous host nation and will be participating in some exciting activities. For those students that are unable to attend please remember that as all secondary grade levels and faculty will be away, there will be no lessons at school and these children will remain at home.
Finally, next Wednesday is the first of our professional learning sessions for our faculty and all students will have an early dismissal at 1pm.
Wishing you a relaxing weekend and please do not hesitate to reach out if we can be of any assistance.
Kind regards,
Mr. Kane and Mr. Kipmen
Message from the Student Support Team
Message from the Student Support Team
Dear Families and Students,
It was wonderful to see so many families on campus this week for the Back to School sessions. Thank you to those parents who joined the Student Support Team sessions, we hope these sessions gave you all an insight into the ethos and philosophy of the Student Support Team and one of our key messages was that of collaboration. The Primary Student Support team presentation is available to view on Toddle and the Secondary Student Support Team presentation is available in the Secondary section of this Friday Flash. If you have any questions, comments or concerns, don’t hesitate to be in touch with myself or a member of the team. Read more...
Message from the Athletics & Activities Department
Message from the Athletics & Activities Department
Dear IICS,
We would like to inform you that our MS football teams will host friendly matches on our field vs. IGA on Wednesday, September 18. Games will start at 1:30 pm and should be done by 4 pm. IICS will participate with 2 boys and 2 girls teams and this will be our preparation for the upcoming TISL tournament in Ankara.
Wish our teams best of luck!
GO DOLPHINS!!!
PTA
JOIN PTA
JOIN PTA
The Importance of the Parent Teacher Association (PTA): The Parent Teacher Association (PTA) plays a vital role in fostering a strong partnership between parents, teachers, and the school community. By engaging parents in the educational process and encouraging open communication, the PTA helps to create a supportive environment that enhances student learning and well-being. Involvement in the PTA enables parents to contribute their ideas and resources, advocate for school improvements, and participate in enriching activities that benefit all students.
At IICS, we recognize the significance of active parental involvement and invite you to join our PTA and Booster Club. Both organizations are essential in promoting a positive school culture and supporting our educational programs.
Parent Teacher Association (PTA): The PTA is focused on fostering collaboration between parents and educators. Members participate in meetings, organize events, and advocate for educational initiatives that benefit our students. Tasks may include fundraising, coordinating volunteer efforts, and organizing educational programs that enhance the school experience.
Booster Club: The PTA Booster Club is a dedicated group of parent volunteers committed to supporting our home tournaments and activities at IICS. Our primary mission is to warmly welcome the sports teams participating in tournaments hosted at IICS, foster an encouraging atmosphere for our athletes, and raise funds by selling food and beverages to both participants and spectators.
We are currently seeking enthusiastic volunteers to join our PTA and Booster Club. Your involvement can make a significant difference in our school community.
Please fill out this form to express your interest in joining the PTA or Booster Club.
Thank you for taking the time to fill out the form and we appreciate your commitment to our school community and your support.
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