School life
We strive to create an environment that supports the learning, personal growth, wellbeing and safety of all members of the school community.
The school calendar keeps you updated on important events and is updated regularly. Also see the weekly newsletter to enrolled families.
- Save the relevant date(s) below for VIS’s back-to-school nights. These evening sessions are designed to give parents the opportunity to connect with their child’s classroom community. All parents should attend. Specific dates and times for the Upper School events are forthcoming.
- Early Childhood, Wednesday, September 9th, 16:00
- Grade 1, Monday, September 14th, 17:00
- Grades 2&3, Tuesday, September 15th, 17:00
- Grades 4&5, Wednesday, September 16th, 17:00
- Upper School, Tuesday & Wednesday, September 29th and 30th
Coffee mornings are informal opportunities to meet VIS parents and members of our staff. The VIS Director and representatives of the leadership team will be present to answer questions and learn about your experience during the first month at school.
The first theme will be school protocols – come meet the leadership team and ask questions about emergency procedures. Bring baked goods to share and we will provide the coffee.
8.30 – 9.30
Rusų g. 5
The originally scheduled hike to the Hill of Three Crosses and picnic in the Bernardine Garden were rained out! But we are back on track for an afternoon of community and fun. Here’s to better weather.
Get ready for our 3rd Annual Family Biking Day. After wonderful turnouts for the last two years, we can’t wait to hit the paths again. The event is open to the whole school. The route will be announced next week!
For more info, click here.
10.00
The European Day of Languages is celebrated internationally each year. This year VIS will celebrate the Italian language and culture. Our student-led programme is entitled: What impact do fast cars, volcanos, art and tennis have on modern Italian culture? And be on the lookout for a special lunch menu.
Contact Diana Aivia, our grade 6 & 7 English teacher, at [email protected]
VIS’s Model European Parliament group from the upper school will attend a conference in Estonia with Mr. Povilas. Participants will analyze major challenges currently facing the European Union. Among those are ways to balance nature and the economy, and safety and equality on social media.
VIS has enlisted an external consultant, Christine Eischen, who has worked at international schools in this role for over a decade. Christine has intimate knowledge of European Universities in addition to the U.S. and beyond. She will fly in for a week to meet current grade 11 and grade 12 students. We will also host a parent events during her visit to VIS. During the school year, Christine can be available remotely with individual students and their families for an additional fee. She will return to VIS again in March. More information on her visit is forthcoming.
Grade 3 parents have initiated a new event at VIS. In the spirit of meeting new grade 3 families, you are welcome to bring food and adult beverages and a will to socialize to the upper school building, Rusų g. 5. This is an adults only event.
18:00 – 20:00
VIS staff members will celebrate our lives as educators on Friday, October 9th. One of the most successful elements of our event has been parent contributions of raffle prizes. Last year, every staff member who attended the event received a gift. We would like to make this a tradition. Please consider contribution items that can range from a box of chocolates, gift certificates, or other swag. Items can be left with Mr. Dovilis or Ms. Rugilė at the respective receptions.
Thanks to coaches Ms. Irina and Mr. Ricardo, the Storks are ready to kickoff the football season! Come and cheer on Team VIS!
Saturday, September 19th&20th
Riga
Our middle school boys will travel to Riga for the 1st tournament of the football season.
Saturday, September 26th
AISV (Subačiaus g. 41)
10:00 – 12:00 Players from grades 2&3 and 4&5 will be playing mini-games on the outside pitch.
12:00 Early Childhood and grade 1 students will show their teamwork at the indoor gym.
Saturday, October 3rd and 10th
Location TBD
Save the preliminary dates for these middle and high school games, respectively,
School holidays at Vilnius International School provide students with time to rest, recharge, and explore new interests. That said, we expect families to respect our school calendar and plan vacations accordingly. VIS has a rather short school year compared to international schools globally, please do not plan to withdraw students early for summer camps. Demonstrate that you take learning seriously by being our partners.
After-school activities at Vilnius International School offer students a chance to explore their interests, develop new skills, and build lasting friendships. From sports and arts to leadership programs and community service, there’s something for everyone.
These activities encourage creativity, teamwork, and personal growth in a fun and supportive environment. Students can discover new passions while gaining valuable experiences beyond the classroom.
* Please note that breakfast and afternoon snacks are provided to Early Childhood learners only, while lunch is provided to all VIS students.
Cornmeal porridge (L)
Tea with Lemon
Milk (L)
Fruit
Pickle and pearl barley soup (N)
Pork plov
Cabbage and cucumber salad (P)
Sour cream (L)
Black bread (G)
Fruit
Cheese sticks or Yogurt (L, CF)
Yogurt drink (L)
Fruit
Rusks (G)
5-grain porridge (L)
Milk (L)
ITALIAN LANGUAGE DAY MENU
Minestrone soup (G,N)
Spaghetti con polpette al sugo – Spaghetti (G,L) with beef/pork meatballs in tomato sauce
Caprese salad – tomato and mozzarella (L)
Black bread (G)
Fruit
Cheese sticks or Yogurt (L, CF)
Buns (G)
Fruit
Pancakes with cottage cheese (L,G)
Sour cream (L)
Tea with lemon
Milk (L)
Cream of pumpkin soup (L, N),
Chicken strips
Bulgur (L)
Green bean, tomato, radish salad (P)
Black bread (G)
Fruit
Cheese sticks or Yogurt (L, CF)
Cheese sticks (L)
Mini hard bagels (G)
Fruit
Scrambled eggs (L)
Black bread (G)
Salad with tinned peas
Tea with lemon
Fruit
Milk (L)
Curried fish soup (N),
Turkey breast in gravy (L)
Brown rice (L)
Mixed veggie salad (P)
Black bread (G)
Fruit
Cheese sticks or Yogurt (L, CF)
Cottage cheese (L)
Fruit
Wheat flake porridge (L)
Milk (L)
Chicken noodle soup (G, N)
Crustless cottage cheese pie (G, L)
Sour cream (L)
Strawberry puree
Black bread (G)
Fruit
Cheese sticks or Yogurt (L, CF)
Sandwiches (G, L) with boiled sausage
Cucumbers
Fruit
G – Gluten
L – Lactose
N – prepared to retain nutritional value
P – plant-based
CF – Cookie Factory grades 8-12
All items subject to change.
Save the date for the FAMILY BIKING DAY.
Get ready for our 3rd Annual Family Biking Day. After wonderful turnouts for the last two years, we can’t wait to hit the paths again. The event is open to the whole school. The route will be announced next week!
For more info, click here.
10.00
September 27