Hear from the Head

TIS Family,

May can sometimes be one of the busiest times of the year for a school. Everyone is moving about in a hurry to complete those final tasks before the final bell on June 10th. Whether it is an annual activity, a farewell party, an important meeting, or a friend get-together, it is really easy to miss things in a fast-paced end of the school year. In moments like this, I always remember to stop to smell the roses. Every day I pass by the beautiful roses near our front gate, and I take the time to stop and smell the roses. The beautiful roses serve as a daily reminder to me, in the midst of a busy season, that I need to take time for the beautiful things around me and appreciate the beauty within all those activities, parties, meetings, and farewells, and I encourage you to do the same.

Cognia

The Cognia Engagement Review Team’s visit to LifePlus schools has officially concluded. We went into this week with great confidence in the LifePlus education our children receive each and every day of school. At the end of the TIS review, we were overjoyed to hear the kind and wonderful comments the Review Team shared about our community. Thank you all for continuing to make this school a place we are all proud to raise our children.

AP Exams

AP testing is officially halfway through. Every year, around 250 exams are taken within our school across the two weeks. For everyone taking exams, keep up the hard work, and don’t forget we are all here to support you.

SCIPMYLO

Once again, we will have a school-wide SCIPMYLO event in two weeks. SCIPMYLO is one way TIS prioritizes holistic education. Through this event, students of all ages are working together and investing in one another in these activities, and through this quality relational time. Cross-generational relational time is a fantastic way for student development to take place at all levels.

Mother's Day

In the United States, Sunday, May 10th is Mother’s Day. A special thank-you to all the moms in our lives. We hope you know you are appreciated every day of the year, and that whenever Mother’s Day is for you, you are especially treasured.

Ryan

School Wide Announcements

Elementary Spring Musical

Next Friday, our Elementary students will perform their Spring Musical, Learn, Love, Lead: And So We Sing. Join us for a wonderful night of music and performance.

Secondary Band Spring Concert

Our Second Band Spring Concert will be held on Wednesday, May 20. Enjoy our students wonderful talents and an evening of music that will whisk you away to a Spring adventure!

Secondary Choir Spring Concert

Our Secondary Choir Spring Concert is coming up on Thursday, May 21. This music will remind you of the hope that endures even amidst the world’s troubles.

SCIPMYLO

Our whole-school SCIPMYLO event is only two weeks away! The day will be packed with fun games and sports, and teams will be sorted into our four Houses to compete for the SCIPMYLO Cup. Parents, join us on Friday, May 22, to take part in this wonderful day.

Divisional News

ECC & Elementary

Muffins with Moms

The end of the year is coming, and with it, our final Outdoor Classroom and Elementary Parent Lunch. The last opportunity to join will be Wednesday, May 20.

Guidance Counselor

Upcoming SAT Dates:

• June 6, Regular Registration – May 22; Late Registration May 26

*Late Registrations will incur a fee

Register for upcoming SATs here: https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/sat/dates-deadlines

AP Exam Dates

HKUST Pre-University Programs - Now Open

Applications are now open for the Pre-University Programs at Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. These programs offer students a valuable opportunity to explore university-level learning and gain exposure to a range of academic fields.

Interested students should plan ahead and reach out to Mrs. McTaggart for support with the application process. Application Deadline: May 31, 2026

Athletics

• May 9 - ISCOT MS Basketball. Boys @ TEDA. Girls @ TIS.

Let's go Eagles!

PTO

Thank you, PTO, for your kindness and hard work in showing appreciation to our staff members this week! Your continued encouragement and support is always welcomed.

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