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Head of School Message – 7 May 2026
Dear ISHCMC Community, It is good to see the school back on campus this week, following our late spring vacation. It is incredible to consider that the end of the school year is not just five calendar weeks away! As we begin this final stretch of the school year, this is an important time for our students to consolidate their learning, demonstrate their personal as well as academic growth, and take pride in the progress they have made. Across the school, I expect to see our s

Marco Longmore
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Head of School Message – 23 April 2026
Dear ISHCMC Community, Thank you for taking part in this year’s Voice of Parent (VOP) Survey. The survey has now closed, and I am sincerely grateful for the time, care, and honesty you shared with us. I would like to share a few early insights from this year’s results, with the graphic below providing an overview of parent scores and comments from our families. Our leadership team is now carefully reviewing all feedback to better understand your experiences. In response to yo

Marco Longmore
Apr 232 min read


Head of School Message – 9 April 2026
Dear ISHCMC Community, Welcome to Term 4, our final term of the academic year. I hope our students and families enjoyed a restful break and have returned feeling recharged for the exciting weeks ahead. Last week, it was a pleasure to see our school come together for our annual Celebration of Cultures. Students, families, and staff proudly shared cultural dress, traditional food, and personal stories that reflected the rich diversity of ISHCMC. Thank you to our PTO, along with

Marco Longmore
Apr 92 min read


Head of School Message – 26 March 2026
Dear ISHCMC Community, Last week, our Secondary Campus had the pleasure of welcoming two incoming leaders for the Academic Year 2026–2027, Mr. Kohulan Jeganathan, our new High School Principal, and Mr. Anthony Mulson, our new Middle School Principal. Their visit marked an important step in building the relationships and shared understanding that will support a strong and successful transition into their new roles. Please see the attached file if you want to learn a bit more a

Marco Longmore
Mar 262 min read


Head of School Message – 12 March 2026
Dear ISHCMC Community, As we follow the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, we are reminded how important strong communities are in providing safety and support. On behalf of ISHCMC, I have written to Cognita’s Group CEO, Mr. David Baldwin, to share our care and support for Cognita schools and families in the region. Global events can be difficult for children to process. Our Counseling team has prepared a short guide for parents on how to talk with children about current ev

Marco Longmore
Mar 121 min read


Head of School Message – 26 February 2026
Dear ISHCMC Community, Welcome back to campus! I hope our students and families enjoyed a joyful Tet holiday filled with rest and celebration. As we continue this school year, I look forward with excitement to all that lies ahead for our students and our community. This week, our Executive Leadership Team and I were pleased to host Head of School Update Sessions on both campuses. This is a special opportunity for us to strengthen our partnership with families and provide an o

Marco Longmore
Feb 262 min read


Head of School Message – 29 January 2026
Dear ISHCMC Community, After some extended travel for staff recruitment for the next academic year, it is good to be back home at ISHCMC. As we gather to celebrate Tet and welcome the Year of the Horse, I extend my sincere gratitude to our Vietnamese families and colleagues for sharing their traditions, culture, and stories with us. Whether by nationality or by the privilege of living and learning in this beautiful country, this season invites us to reflect on what connects u

Marco Longmore
Jan 292 min read


Head of School Message – 15 January 2026
Dear ISHCMC Community, I am pleased to share an important leadership update as we look ahead to the Academic Year 2026–2027 and the continued growth of our school. From August 2026, Mr. Kohulan Jeganathan will join ISHCMC as our new High School Principal for Grades 9 - 12. A University of Toronto graduate, Kohulan brings extensive international experience and a strong commitment to the International Baccalaureate (IB) philosophy. He has served as International Baccalaureate

Marco Longmore
Jan 152 min read


Head of School Message – 18 December 2025
Dear ISHCMC Families, As we come to the close of the calendar year, and my own first full year as Head of School, I find myself reflecting with deep gratitude on the strength, care, and spirit that define our ISHCMC community. This year has been one of growth, learning, and connection. Across our classrooms, studios, playing fields, and community spaces, our students have continued to show curiosity, courage, and a genuine commitment to one another. Features that were so evid

Marco Longmore
Dec 18, 20252 min read


Head of School Message – 4 December 2025
Dear ISHCMC Families, On Monday, ISHCMC marked its 32nd birthday. This occasion offers a meaningful moment to pause and reflect on who we are as a community and the purpose that continues to guide our work. Milestones such as this remind us of the people who help shape our school each day and the shared commitment that carries us forward. Over the past three decades, ISHCMC has grown in scale, diversity, ambition, and achievements. Through all of this, our core purpose has r

Marco Longmore
Dec 4, 20252 min read
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