Hello Dragons,

As we move deeper into this semester, it is impossible not to notice the extraordinary pace and energy that surrounds us. Our campus is alive with opportunity, ambition, performance, preparation, and possibility. It is, without question, one of the busiest and most dynamic stretches of the school year.

Right now, many of you are carefully registering for courses for the 2026–2027 school year — making thoughtful decisions about your academic pathways and future aspirations. Our seniors are preparing for the final quarter of their high school journey, navigating capstone moments filled with reflection, responsibility, and anticipation. Students are auditioning for advanced arts ensembles, demonstrating courage and craft. Others are completing world language placement assessments, stepping into new linguistic and cultural challenges.

Next weekend, we have students traveling to Seoul to represent KISJ at National History Day, engaging deeply with scholarship and historical inquiry. We also have delegates preparing to represent our school at GEC Model United Nations, embodying diplomacy, critical thinking, and global citizenship.

Meanwhile, our football, badminton, and track and field athletes are training and competing with discipline and determination. Our thespians are immersed in rehearsals for the spring play, refining character, timing, and ensemble collaboration. Our TEDx students are shaping ideas worth spreading — crafting messages that challenge, inspire, and elevate. Student Council and House events are on the horizon, including the always-anticipated Dragon Idol, promising creativity, courage, and community spirit.

And through all of this — classes continue. Formative and summative assessments require focus, preparation, and perseverance.

In seasons like this, the Dragon Value of Flexibility becomes not just important — but essential.

Flexibility means adapting with composure when schedules shift. It means recalibrating when demands overlap. It means extending patience to classmates who may be balancing multiple commitments. It means managing time with intentionality, seeking support when needed, and remaining open to change without losing momentum.

Flexibility is not passive. It is an active strength. It is the capacity to adjust while maintaining excellence. It is resilience in motion.

As you navigate these coming weeks, I encourage you to pause, prioritize, and plan. Communicate clearly. Honor your commitments. Show empathy to one another. And remember that flexibility allows us not only to manage busy seasons — but to thrive in them.

This is a remarkable time at KISJ. You are doing remarkable things. Continue to lead with balance, perspective, and purpose.

Mr. S

Here are some announcements as we enter a new week. 

• Please remember to complete your eligibility form (if applicable). The form will close the evening prior to your scheduled course registration, so plan accordingly.
  
  

• Please continue to use our Connecting Language consistently throughout the school day. How we speak to and support one another in classrooms, hallways, and shared spaces matters greatly.
  
  

• Be sure to check the High School Assessment Calendar regularly for updates, upcoming assessments, and any potential schedule adjustments.

• Please remember that reassessment opportunities must follow the established High School reassessment guidelines. Be sure to review the Assessment Calendar carefully for reassessment dates, deadlines, and any applicable requirements.