Hear from the Head

TIS Family,

In this month’s edition, I will be brief and to the point. We love how engaged our community is within the life of the school. Even as I write this letter, there are ways for you to engage with the school, and throughout the rest of this month, we will have many more opportunities to be together. If you do not yet have plans to be engaged with the school in some capacity, please read some of the following exciting things that are happening:

• LifePlus High School Soccer Tournament – Live today and tomorrow through the livestreaming service.
• Drama Production – At 7:00 p.m. tonight and at 2:30 p.m. tomorrow, our cast and crew take the stage to bring the woods alive in Robin Hood.
• Middle School Basketball – Tomorrow, our 6th – 8th grade basketball players will be playing in Beijing tournaments for ISAC.
• University Visits – We are blessed to have two wonderful Universities visiting TIS next week to present their schools to us.
• Principals’ Coffee – Please join Principals’ Coffee to learn about important updates and information for next school year.
• LifePlus Middle School Basketball Tournament – This tournament will be hosted at TIS next week, April 23 – 25. Please come cheer our athletes.
• ISCOT High School Soccer Tournament – Our teams will be playing next Saturday in the Tianjin tournament. The boys’ tournament will be hosted on our field.

I’m sure there are more things that I have missed, but we look forward to seeing you sometime throughout this month.

Ryan Witt

School Wide Announcements

Spring Play - Robin Hood

The thief of legends is on his way to TIS! Robin Hood, his Merry Men, and fair Lady Marian will take the stage in our spring play to plot against the evil Prince John and Sheriff of Nottingham so they can ‘steal from the rich, give to the poor,’ and bring justice to Sherwood Forest.

Join the arrow-shooting adventure of The (Somewhat) True Tale of Robin Hood on Friday, April 17 at 7:00 p.m., or Saturday, April 18 at 2:30 p.m.! Check out the promo video and purchase tickets by scanning the QR code below.

Busing Information:

Friday, April 17

Busing to TIS

Bus 1: 5:35 p.m. 阳光100 YG 100 -> 5:45 p.m. 奥城 AC -> 6:30 p.m. 学校 TIS
Bus 2: 5:45 p.m. 奥城 AC -> 6:30 p.m. 学校 TIS
Bus 3: 6:05 p.m. 海逸长洲 HYCZ -> 6:05 p.m. 半岛豪庭正门 BDHT (front gate) -> 6:30 p.m. 学校 TIS
Bus 4: 5:55 p.m. 半岛豪庭后门 BDHT (back gate) -> 6:00 p.m. 云水园 YSY -> 6:20 p.m. 全运村 QYC -> 6:30 p.m. 学校 TIS

Busing leaving TIS

Bus 1: 9:15 p.m. 学校 TIS -> 奥城 AC
Bus 2: 9:15 p.m. 学校 TIS -> 奥城 AC -> 阳光一百 YG100
Bus 3: 9:15 p.m. 学校 TIS -> 海逸长洲 HYCZ -> 半岛豪庭正门 BDHT (front gate)
Bus 4: 9:15 p.m. 学校 TIS -> 全运村 QYC -> 半岛豪庭后门 BDHT (back gate) -> 云水园 YSY

Saturday, April 18

Busing to TIS

Bus 1: 1:20 p.m. 阳光100 YG 100 -> 1:30 p.m. 奥城 AC -> 2:00 p.m. 学校 TIS
Bus 2: 1:30 p.m. 奥城 AC -> 2:00 p.m. 学校 TIS
Bus 3: 1:35 p.m. 海逸长洲 HYCZ -> 1:40 p.m. 半岛豪庭正门 BDHT (front gate) -> 2:00 p.m. 学校 TIS
Bus 4: 1:30 p.m. 半岛豪庭后门 BDHT (back gate) -> 1:35 p.m. 云水园 YSY -> 1:50 p.m. 全运村 QYC -> 2:00 p.m. 学校 TIS

Busing leaving TIS

Bus 1: 5:00 p.m. 学校 TIS -> 奥城 AC
Bus 2: 5:00 p.m. 学校 TIS -> 奥城 AC -> 阳光一百 YG100
Bus 3: 5:00 p.m. 学校 TIS -> 海逸长洲 HYCZ -> 半岛豪庭正门 BDHT (front gate)
Bus 4: 5:00 p.m. 学校 TIS -> 全运村 QYC -> 半岛豪庭后门 BDHT (back gate) -> 云水园 YSY

Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) Presentation

Next week, Monday, April 20, from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. in the choir room, there will be an informational presentation from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST). This session is open to both students and parents so they can learn about the programs and all that is offered.

Last Principals' Coffee of the 2025-2026 School Year

Our final Principals’ Coffee of the 2025-2026 School Year is coming up! On Wednesday, April 22, from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., join our Principals as they explore and explain the webs of Cognia Accreditation, class registrations, and many more topics. This will be an informative session that will help you better understand how to support your child during the 2026-2027 school year.

Following, enjoy an assortment of treats and coffee at the Landing. To ensure we have plenty for everyone, please register by scanning the QR code below by Monday, April 20.

Korea Advanced Institute of Science & Technology (KAIST) Presentation

On April 23, KAIST’s Dean of Admissions will be presenting information on admissions and hold a Q&A session. Gain greater insight on this esteemed university and how you can support your child in their education. Join us for coffee and refreshments before the event from 12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m. at the Landing. The presentation will take place from 12:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. in the Auditorium.

May Day Holiday

To celebrate the national Labor Day and the wonderful work accomplished in our community, there will be no school on Thursday, April 30, or Friday, May 1. We hope everyone enjoys this special break, and we will resume classes on Monday, May 4!

Divisional News

ECC & Elementary

Guidance Counselor

Upcoming SAT Dates:

• May 2, Regular Registration – April 17; Late Registration April 21
• 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

*Art and Design: Friday May 8 (8:00 p.m. ET) is the deadline for AP Art and Design students to submit their three portfolio components as final in the AP Digital Portfolio.

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

• April 16 –18 – LifePlus HS Boys & Girls Soccer Teams play in Wuhan
• April 18 – ISAC MS Basketball Tournament play in Beijing Schools. Boys @ CISB / Girls @ DSP
• April 20 – MS Basketball boys and girls play v TEDA @ TEDA

Let's go Eagles!

PTO

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