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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

Orientation Day Recap Yesterday, we had the pleasure of welcoming our newest students and families across both campuses. It was a lovely day filled with warm hellos, smiling faces, and the first moments of many new ISHCMC journeys. See photos from the Orientation Day here. Coming Up this Semester Swim with a Cause at the Annual Stingathon Stingrays and swimmers of all ages, you’re invited to come together on 30 January to celebrate the start of a new season and above all, cha

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

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

We are excited to welcome our community to the 2025 Festive Bazaar on Saturday, 29 November from 15:00 to 19:00 pm at the Primary Campus . This annual tradition brings together families and friends for an afternoon filled with creativity, connection and seasonal joy. This year, we are especially proud to highlight the incredible vendors who make the Bazaar such a vibrant celebration. Meet Our Vendors With more than 120 artisan stalls , this year’s Bazaar showcases talented c

Dear ISHCMC Families, As we celebrate Teachers Day today, I want to express my sincere appreciation for our faculty. Their professionalism, care and belief in every child create the conditions in which our students grow. Thank you to all families who have taken the time to acknowledge their work. It is this shared commitment between teachers and families that allows our students to engage so confidently in the opportunities around them. As we celebrate Teacher's Day today, I

The SISAC season has once again brought out the very best of our Rhino athletes. Across both Primary and Secondary, students have shown determination, teamwork and a commitment to improvement that reflects the values of our school community. This year’s competitions featured large divisions across Ho Chi Minh City, often ranging from 16 to 24 teams, setting a high standard for performance and sportsmanship. The energy across both campuses has been unmistakable. From early mor

Dear ISHCMC Families, I am writing to inform you that ISHCMC’s Secondary Principal, Mr. Caleb Archer, will conclude his time at the school in mid December. He has made a personal decision to pursue a new professional role outside of Vietnam that will commence soon. Joining International School Ho Chi Minh City (ISHCMC) after Covid, Caleb supported the Secondary campus in refining and embedding key procedures during an important time of rebuilding. We are grateful for his thre

Dear ISHCMC Families, At ISHCMC, we hold a simple but powerful belief: at any stage in life, we should be open to develop and learn; therefore, when teachers learn, students thrive. Tomorrow, our teachers will take part in CogCon 2025, Cognita’s annual professional learning conference that brings together educators from across our region. It is a day when teachers step away from their classrooms, not to pause learning but to deepen it. Every conversation, reflection, and ide

The countdown is on! Our much-loved ISHCMC Festive Bazaar returns on Saturday, 29 November, from 15:00 - 19:00 at the Primary Campus , celebrating this year’s theme: The Art of Celebration . We’re inviting local vendors and sponsors to join us and bring their creativity to an afternoon full of delicious food, unique gifts, live entertainment, and festive community spirit. Share your passion, showcase your creations, and be part of a celebration that connects families, friends