Weekly Highlights: Life at ISHCMC – 27 February 2026
- ISHCMC
- Feb 27
- 4 min read
Head of School Update Sessions
This week, our executive leadership team hosted the Head of School Update Sessions, an important opportunity to strengthen our partnership with families and share our progress, priorities, and direction moving forward.
We value the open and thoughtful dialogue with our parents. Through strong collaboration and shared purpose, we remain committed to supporting your child’s learning journey and continuously elevating the overall parent experience at ISHCMC.
For families who were unable to attend, we invite you to review the presentation shared.
Voice of the Parent Survey Launch
The Cognita Voice of the Parent Survey is launching on 4 March, designed to gather valuable feedback on the experience of our community at the school.
This survey offers you the opportunity to confidentially share your thoughts and directly influence our direction, decisions, and improvements in all aspects of school life.
Please note that the survey uses a 0–10 scale to indicate your response to the question:
9–10 Positive
7–8 Passive
6 or below Negative
We value your honest feedback and encourage you to use the full range of the scale so your responses clearly reflect your experience.
Keep an eye out for the survey! Your participation is key to our shared success at ISHCMC.
IBDP Visual Arts Exhibition
We are pleased to welcome our community to the IBDP Visual Arts Exhibition, showcasing the work of our Grade 12 students.
This year’s exhibition, “Inward Mirrors,” presents a collection of artworks across a range of mediums, including painting, pottery, and mixed-media crafts.
Date: 11 March 2026
Time: 18:00 - 20:00
Location: Room 319
Tickets Available Next Week for Moana Jr.!
Our most anticipated musical production of the year, Moana Jr., is just around the corner! Tickets will be available starting next week, Monday, 2 March, in the Secondary Office.
Based on the beloved 2016 Disney film Moana, this musical celebrates rich cultures and stories of the Pacific Islands, following the journey of Moana who sets sail across the ocean to save her village and discover her true identity.
Date: 12, 13, 14 March 2026
Time: 17:00
Venue: Secondary Theater
Next Week: Spirit Week and Rhinathlon
Our annual Rhinathlon will take place on Wednesday, 4 March, at the Secondary Campus. This much-anticipated event will see students challenge themselves in two consecutive activities: swimming and a run around the school campus.
Join us in cheering on our young athletes as they demonstrate resilience, teamwork, and true Rhino spirit.
ISHCMC Journalism Club Magazine #2
Explore the latest edition of the ISHCMC Magazine, created by our Primary Journalism Club.
This issue features teacher interviews, sports highlights and updates, classroom introductions, special interest topics, and more, all written by our Primary students.
You’re Invited to MYP Theater Open Classroom
As we wrap up Trimester 2 in the Arts, our MYP Theater students in Grades 6–7 are opening their classroom doors to our wider community.
Drop in at any time that suits you, with your child or on your own, to experience the creativity, collaboration, and growth taking place in our program.
We can’t wait to welcome and share the creative process of our students with you! Please find the schedule in the poster below.
Welcome ISHCMC Siblings to 2026-2027 Academic Year
We invite current ISHCMC families to enroll siblings for the 2026-2027 academic year.
As part of our commitment to ISHCMC families, a 50% reduction on the admissions fee is offered for all sibling applications. In addition, families benefit from our sibling tuition structure: the third child enrolled at ISHCMC receives a 20% tuition fee reduction, and the fourth child receives a 35% tuition fee reduction.
Please contact the Admissions Team at admissions.office@ishcmc.edu.vn to begin the enrollment process.
Farewell to Ms. Giao
Today, we say farewell to Ms. Cao Thi Phi Giao, Library Assistant at Primary Campus, who has dedicated over 30 years of service to the ISHCMC community.
Her kindness, warmth, and unwavering commitment have touched countless students and colleagues, leaving a lasting impact on our school.
We wish Ms. Giao peace, strength, and good health in the days ahead.
Cognita Group CEO Announcement
Mr. David Baldwin, formerly CEO of Cognita Middle East, will step into the role of Group CEO of Cognita.
Having started his career as an educator, he brings a deep understanding of schools, students, and communities to this role. We look forward to the energy and thoughtful leadership he will bring to our global community.
Upcoming Parent Workshops
Join our Parent Workshops to explore how teaching and learning come to life at ISHCMC:
For Primary parents:
Tuesday, 3 March | Supporting Language Literally in the Primary | 8:30 - 10:00 | Primary Meeting Room | Register here
This Week’s Kids + Books Swap at Primary Canteen
At this week’s event, our parents, teachers, and staff swapped an impressive total of 67 items including children books, toys, clothes, and home decoration.
This sustainability initiative gave our community the opportunity to reduce waste, reuse thoughtfully, and model environmental responsibility for our students.
Stay tuned for more information, and we hope you will join us at our next swap event.
Join PTO Country Groups
Looking to connect with other ISHCMC families from your home country? Join one of our PTO Country Groups on WhatsApp to build friendships, share experiences, and stay connected within our community.
Join our PTO WhatsApp Groups
We encourage you to join PTO parent WhatsApp groups. These groups are a great way to connect with other parents in your child’s grade level - share experiences, ask questions, and stay informed throughout the school year.
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