Head of School Message – 13 August 2026

Marco Longmore
Aug 13
2 min read

Dear ISHCMC Community,

Welcome to Academic Year 2026–2027.

There is something special about the beginning of a new school year. Our campuses come alive again, familiar faces reconnect, new families begin their ISHCMC journey, and our students return ready to learn, grow, and contribute.

As we begin this year together, our shared focus is based on our theme for the year: All in One ISHCMC, All on One Page.

All in One ISHCMC reflects who we are and how we work: one community, united by one purpose. It is our commitment to ensuring every student is known and cared for, appropriately challenged, and supported to make meaningful progress.

This year, our focus is to be All on One Page. It is not to simply do more. It is about working with greater clarity and intention in the areas that matter most.

We will focus on our four school priorities:

Know our learning
Know our impact
Know our community
Know who we are

These priorities will guide our decisions, strengthen the learning experience, and help us understand the difference we are making for every student.

Our students achieve their best when school and home work in partnership. Your trust, engagement, and support are essential to the strength of our community, and we look forward to working closely with you throughout the year.

Please note these upcoming dates as we welcome and share key information with families:

Wednesday, 26 August: Grade 12 Parents & Students Back to School Night
Thursday, 27 August: Primary Parents & Students Back to School Night
Thursday, 3 September: Middle School Parents & Students Back to School Night (Grade 6-10)
Wednesday, 9 September: Grade 11 Parents & Students Back to School Night

Thank you to our teachers, staff, families, and students for the energy and care you bring to ISHCMC. I look forward to seeing our campuses filled with learning, connection, curiosity, and a strong sense of belonging.

Here’s to a purposeful and successful year ahead, together and All in One ISHCMC, All on One Page.

Best wishes,