Published on 8 June 2025
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The DragonTales Spring 2025 issue is all about the light that shines when you serve with a smile. Read more about exciting projects and events enjoyed by the HKIS community and some important farewells!
23 articles from this collection:
Dear HKIS Community
Dear HKIS Community, it has been a pleasure capturing memories from the 2024-25 school year and celebrating the Class of 2025.
Unveiled: First Look at the HKIS Dragon Center
We wrap up the 2024-2025 school year with our first look at the exterior of the Dragon Center for Activities and Athletics!
The Dragons World Tour 2025
This year, the Advancement Office had the pleasure of reconnecting with our incredible alumni, former faculty, and staff around the globe on the Dragons World Tour 2025.
A Fresh Perspective: Welcoming Our New Chief Operating Officer
Earlier this year, HKIS announced the appointment of a new Chief Operating Officer Mr. Derek Kalinauskas. Derek will carry the torch from Joy Okazaki who is retiring after an impactful 23 years of service.
Bob Christian Alum of the Year Award: Liz Liang '04
We are thrilled to announce that Liz Liang ‘04 has been named the HKIS Alum of the Year! She is recognized for her exceptional achievements both professionally and in the community.
Primary School Highlights
Here are some of the ways we learned and served that made us smile in the Primary School this year! Look through the Lower and Upper Primary School highlights.
Secondary School Highlights
Here are some of the ways we learned and served that made us smile in the Secondary School this year! Look through the Midde and High School highlights.
Service with a Smile
This year, we bid a heartfelt farewell to 28 retiring members of our Facilities Management team. Over the years, these dedicated individuals have given us service with a smile.
Geoff Heney: A Leading Light
As we say farewell to Geoff Heney, our hearts are sad, but we can’t help but be joyful as we think about him walking through the crowds. He is truly a rockstar, and we will miss him dearly.
Passing the Torch: Welcoming Elizabeth Elizardi
An exciting new chapter of leadership begins at the Lower Primary as HKIS welcomes incoming principal Elizabeth Elizardi. We sat down with her for a quick chat.
James A. Handrich Service Leadership Endowed Fund Recipients
This year, over 30 James A. Handrich Service Leadership Endowed Fund Recipients received a grant for work on service projects–more than three times the number of projects in previous years!
Video: Service Learning at HKIS
Service is at the heart of the HKIS Mission. That's why our school offers numerous opportunities for students of all ages to make a difference.
Decades of Service
We honor the faculty and staff who are departing HKIS year after decades of service. See the list to know who to say goodbye to for now, until we see you later!
Cell-ebrating Mrs Mulligan
After 29 incredible years at Hong Kong International School, Ms. Dee Mulligan is preparing to retire, leaving behind a legacy that’s truly cellebratory!
Building More Than A Program
Enjoy this Q&A with Dean McLachlan, our Primary School Activities & Athletics Coordinator leader who has spent 27 exciting years at HKIS.
You Are Ready: A Message to Our Graduates
A message to our graduates from HKIS High School Principal Aimmie Kellar, presentated at the commencement ceremony on Friday, May 30, 2025.
Dragon Spotlight Awards & Recognition
“What distinguishes the greatest leaders of our time is that success is very rarely a goal for them, it’s a byproduct of other goals they have.” See the recipients of the Awards & Recognition.
In the News: Congratulations, HKIS Graduates!
As is tradition at HKIS, we honored our newsworthy graduating class with this advertisement in the South China Morning Post newspaper on their graduation day.
A Few Final Words: Excerpts from Graduate Speeches
A few final words and excerpts from graduate speeches- notable words from the departing seniors and a faculty farewell from Kevin McCaughey.
How To Survive Senioritis and Other Advice
Listen as graduating seniors talk about How To Survive Senioritis and Other Advice. They cover topics like college applications, AP stress, and time management.
In Memoriam
We take a moment to remember the faculty or staff that we lost this school year. We reflect on the time spent with them dedicated to HKIS, we'll miss you!
Thank You Parents!
Thank You Parents! Our PFO and Booster Club have done an extraordinary job creating an inclusive community for families. We wouldn't be HKIS without them!
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