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NEWSLETTER March 2024 MESSAGE FROM THE HEAD OF SCHOOL ANOTHER HUMBLE BEGINNING It is with great enthusiasm, that I would like to announce we are now ready to embark on yet another humble beginning – introducing Acorns Gulu! With eager anticipation, we sow the seeds of new Acorns to witness the metamorphosis of this barren land into the vibrant campus of Acorns. Let us continue to inspire and empower the future of our growing Acorns community! I extend my sincere gratitude to City Mayor Mr. [...]

NEWSLETTER February 2024 MESSAGE FROM THE HEAD & DEPUTY HEAD OF SCHOOL Dear Acorns Family,  Much like a flourishing oak tree reaching new heights, ACORNS is experiencing unprecedented growth, proudly rooted in its success with CIS accreditation, International Award, and expansions. INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL AWARD We are extremely pleased to announce that Acorns International School has been honoured with International School Awards 2024 for implementing the school’s annual ‘Global Village’ Event, designed to support students’ development and foster global citizenship and international mindedness. The winners of the International School Awards 2024 were announced [...]

NEWSLETTER December 2023 MESSAGE FROM THE HEAD OF SCHOOL Dear AIS Family,  As we approach the end of the remarkable first term of the academic year 2023 - 24, I am filled with pride and gratitude for the incredible efforts and achievements of our students, staff, and parents. It has been a period of growth, learning, and collaboration that truly exemplifies the spirit of our Acorns International School community. The video featuring my esteemed staff member, Ms. Jackie profoundly encapsulates the emotions that have unfolded throughout this term.  We are [...]

NEWSLETTER October 2023 INDEX MESSAGE FROM DEPUTY HEAD OF SCHOOL Greetings, AIS Community, I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for your enthusiastic participation in our recent events, including the Assemblies, University Fair, and Global Village gatherings during the first half of Term 1. Your active involvement enriches our school community and contributes immensely to our students' growth. I also extend my thanks for your ongoing cooperation and understanding as we continually strive to enhance our practices to create the best possible learning environment for our students. Your patience [...]

NEWSLETTER August 2023 MESSAGE FROM HEAD OF SCHOOL Tukusanyukidde, Karibu, Khush Amdeem, Swagat, Bienvenue and Welcome to the AIS Family and to the new academic year 2023-24. With great pleasure, I extend this opening letter as we embark on another exciting academic year filled with learning, inquiry, and growth. A warm welcome to our returning students and a heartfelt embrace to our new students and their families. We trust you're finding your footing in our vibrant community.  The start of each academic year brings with it a sense of renewal and endless possibilities. This year, as [...]

NEWSLETTER  June 2023 MESSAGE FROM HEAD OF SCHOOL As we reflect on the academic year 2022-23, we are grateful for the enriching experiences we shared, from Family Week to Wonder Week, Careers Week to Science Week. Our calendar overflowed with remarkable events, exhibitions, talent hunts, and Graduation ceremonies that showcased your talents, creativity, and passion, reflecting your growth and accomplishments. Amidst the celebrations, we recognize the moments of joy and stress we experienced. Students faced external exams for the IB Diploma and Cambridge A Levels, MYP5 students underwent eAssessments, and younger students tackled their [...]

NEWSLETTER  May 2023 MESSAGE FROM HEAD OF SCHOOL Dear AIS Parents, Guardians, and Students, I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to our dedicated staff, parents, and students for their continuous support and commitment to our school's mission. Together, we have created an environment that fosters growth, nurtures excellence, and prepares our students for a successful future. I have been physically away from school for the past few days due to family emergencies. However, I am immensely grateful to my Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and the dedicated staff members who ensured the smooth continuation of [...]

NEWSLETTER  April 2023 MESSAGE FROM HEAD OF SCHOOL Dear AIS Family, This year has finally been the year of freedom and travel. I never thought that being able to breathe freely without a mask would give me such a sense of relief and liberation, as well as the opportunity to travel. I had an excellent opportunity to attend the International Baccalaureate Global Conference #ibgc2023 in Adelaide, Australia, which had over 1100 leaders and policymakers from 53 countries attending over 95 sessions. Besides meeting educators from around the world, the conference's theme, "Education for an [...]

NEWSLETTER  February 2023 MESSAGE FROM HEAD OF SCHOOL Where are we heading? -Climate change and its catastrophic impacts on the most vulnerable countries? -The war and failing governance models & democracies creating an unstable geo-political crisis? -Unfiltered and over-accessible freedoms with a lack of responsibilities contributing to growing intolerance? -Need for revenge superseding human rights? -Science and technology that is supposedly so advanced that it creates apps that can solve all your problems and also help you cheat in your exams without being caught... but it cannot help end a pandemic? Where is HOPE? [...]

NEWSLETTER  December 2022 MESSAGE FROM HEAD OF SCHOOL Dear AIS Family, Another successful Term 1 concluded! Well done, AIS Community! I am so proud of how far we have come, and how much we have achieved. So many events and activities, and celebrations! While you scroll through this newsletter, you will see everything that we do at the forefront, but here are a few updates from the background too… Firstly, as you may have seen on our website, our Senior Management Team continues to grow, and this time we are screening candidates for the Deputy [...]