Message from Principal
Dear IAS Community,
Next week our students will be preparing for the Halloween celebrations taking place on Friday. After all the effort they have put into their studies since the beginning of the school year, this will be a great opportunity for them to relax and have some fun. D12 will be visiting the Pumpkin Farm on that day, while D18 will enjoy a full schedule of Halloween-themed activities and games, the details of which you can find below.
The following weeks will be a more intensive period, as students complete assessments and teachers prepare mid-semester reports. These reports are scheduled to be issued on November 14th. The week after, parents will have the opportunity to meet with their child’s teachers. Full details about these meetings will be shared soon.
Wishing you all a restful weekend!
Christopher Uden, Principal
Events
Wednesday 29th October
- Clubs
Friday 31st October
- Halloween
Announcements
Halloween Event Reminder
Get ready for some ghoulishly good fun! This is a friendly reminder that our annual Halloween Event is happening soon next Friday, October 31! We are looking forward to a day that’s absolutely fab-BOO-lous. As part of the festivities, students are invited to wear costumes. We encourage creativity, but we must keep in mind that all costumes need to maintain an environment that is safe and appropriate for all students.
Don’t let your costume be a monstrosity that breaks the rules! To ensure that all costumes adhere to the school’s dress code policy, you can review the Dress Code Policy accessible on this website: https://community.ias.edu.pl/about-us/policies/ Students wearing costumes that do not follow the dress code will be asked to change into regular school clothing. We appreciate your cooperation in reviewing these guidelines before the event—it means a great deal!
In the morning, D18 will have homeroom games and trick-or-treating followed by an afternoon of house competitions. The day will end with a costume contest for the following: Most Creative, Scariest, Funniest, Group/ Partner and Teacher Costumes!
IAS MUN
Get ready to represent a nation and tackle global challenges! We invite you to participate in our student-led Model United Nations conference, IASMUN 2025. Minimum age requirement: 14 The conference will take place from November 7-9, 2025.
The conference will take place in both Kinoteka and IAS.
- Friday, Nov 7: Opening Ceremony at Kinoteka (10 am – 2 pm). Afternoon committee sessions at IAS (4 pm – 7 pm). Lunch is included in your delegate fee.
- Saturday, Nov 8: Ultimate day of debate and resolution crafting at IAS.
- Sunday, Nov 9: Closing Ceremony at Kinoteka, including awards and voting on resolutions.
Why should you join as a delegate?
- CAS Fulfilment (IB): Cover Creativity (research, writing, strategy) and Service (collaborating for solutions).
- Networking: Meet new people from various schools across Poland and abroad.
- Skill Development: Sharpen your public speaking, negotiation, research, and critical thinking skills.
- University Applications: Displays academic curiosity and makes your application stand out.
Special Offer for IAS Students! Get 35 PLN off your delegate fee with the exclusive code: IAS35
Eager to apply? All applications are processed through the official MyMun platform: ➡️ https://mymun.com/conferences/iasmun-2025 For updates and more information, follow our Instagram: ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/iasmun2025
Spots are limited, so apply as soon as possible to secure your position! Applications close on October 31st.️ https://www.instagram.com/iasmun2025 If you have any questions, please reach out to miroslaw.uden@ias.edu.pl
University Application Virtual Meeting Opportunity
Attention students in Grades 8-12! Whether you’re just beginning high school or have already started your application process, we invite you to join the online meeting hosted by Ivy Consultants. We’re thrilled to offer an exclusive virtual meeting with Ivy Consultants, who specialize in the college application process.
This session is designed to help you gain an advantage by understanding the complicated application process. This is a critical chance to get personalized answers to your most pressing questions, including:
How can I start planning my road to university now—even in Grade 8 or 9? What steps should I be taking right now in my application journey? How do I build a strong extracurricular profile that stands out? Where should I consider applying based on my goals and profile? Any other questions you may have about competitive admissions.
| Target Audience | Grades 8 through 12 |
| Topic | College Application Strategy, Q&A |
| Date | Monday, October 27th |
| Time | 7:00 PM (Local Time) |
| Via | Zoom (Virtual) |
Important Note on Attendance: Please be aware that this is a joint session! To foster greater collaboration and knowledge sharing, we are also extending invitations to our IASMUN delegates. This means there will be participants from other schools, offering a broader perspective and discussion environment.
How to Register? Pre-registration is mandatory to secure your spot and receive the meeting credentials. Please register as soon as possible via the link below:
Registration Link (Zoom): https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/J19BwVs_QhKOjUmnkre6YA?fbclid=IwY2xjawNnArBleHRuA2FlbQIxMA… For more information about Ivy Consultants, visit their website https://www.ivyconsultants.com/
Don’t miss out on this valuable opportunity to gain professional insight into your college future!
MYP 7th Grade Science
In celebration of Halloween and the Mexican tradition of Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), the Grade 7 students brought science and art together in a creative and colorful way. As part of their lesson on the skeletal system, they designed bright and decorative skeletons and skulls inspired by Día de los Muertos. Each piece showcased their creativity and understanding of the human body, decorated with vibrant patterns and cultural flair.
Their artworks were displayed around the classroom, turning it into a lively space filled with color, culture, and learning. The project made studying anatomy both fun and engaging, while introducing students to Mexico’s unique way of honoring Halloween traditions. Happy Halloween and ¡Feliz Día de los Muertos!
News
D18 Student Council Meeting
During our Halloween student council meeting, we discussed and planned this year’s activities, including our yearly tradition of the haunted house organized by the 10th graders, fun classroom games, various house competitions and of course the Halloween costume competition. Thank you to all the presidents and vice presidents who joined us, all of them sharing ideas, laughing, and listening eagerly as we discussed this year’s plans. We are all looking forward to celebrating this day!
-Ola and Aysha
Announcing the Social Media Team
We are excited to announce that the social media team and I, along with our supervisors Mr. Tomasz Bednarczyk and Ms. Victoria Syvachuk, have officially launched the IAS TikTok account! From now on, our team will be posting videos showcasing our community and the various events we are organizing throughout the year. We have already started with our very first video, “Welcome to IAS,” and I want to thank all the tik tok members who cooperated and participated, in order to create a wonderful video featuring the tour of IAS. Moving forward, we will post weekly interviews and community-focused Tik Toks that highlight our school and its achievements. You can find our account by clicking the link below, and stay tuned for much more!
https://www.tiktok.com/@ias.community
D12 Diwali Event
This Monday was Diwali! Our youngest students, with the help of some of D18’s CAS students, celebrated the Hindu festival of lights on Wednesday, October 22. They learned about traditions and symbols associated with the celebrations, and Rangolis. During this House Event, the students designed and created their own Rangolis!
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