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.
We will commemorate World Teachers’ Day on Friday, October 10th VIS with a celebratory evening, which will include some raffle prizes for our staff. If you would be willing to contribute a gift certificate or small gift item, we would greatly appreciate it. Your contributions last year made this a truly special event. Contributions can be delivered to the PYP or CF front desk. If you would like to email your contribution, you can do so at [email protected]
Thank you in advance for supporting our event.
Grade 6 and 7 parents are invited to an online conversation with Mr. Liam. He will share a digital resource available to students that some of you expressed interest in learning more about at last week’s parent night. The link will be shared closer to the event.
16:00
Ms. Jemma will lead a workshop for new and returning parents about the ins and outs of the Primary Years Program. Please join her at 9:00 in the Blue Room of the PYP building.
Many parents have expressed an interest in more parent social events. We will kick off our first coffee morning by inviting parents in grades 8 and 9 to join us for morning coffee in the Cookie Factory. We look forward to following up on conversations started at the recent parent education event.
8:30
EC and PYP students are welcome to submit their pumpkins for our Annual Pumpkin Carving Contest. The categories are: scariest, most adorable, most creative, and funniest. Pumpkins can be brought to the PYP yard Thursday morning for registration and display.
14:45
No lessons today; all teaching staff will be participating in professional growth workshops.
VIS will be closed for Autumn break. Students will return on Monday, November 3rd, however EC student supervision will be available for the break.
Safe travlel to our high school boys’ basketball team for their trip to Valencia.
EC and Grade 1- 5 parents*, please save the date for the Parent Teacher Confeneces, where you can connect with teachers to gain insight into your child’s progress so far. Individual schedules will be provided closer to the event. Kindly note that conferences are between teachers and parents only.; students will not be taking part.
*classes 1M and 2T will hold their conferences on Saturday, November 22.
Grades 1 through 12 will be closed on Friday, November 14th. VIS is hosting an educator’s conference for the Nordic Network of International Schools.
VIS will have supervision available for EC children who do not have a child care alternative. Please register with your child’s teacher.
Grade 10 students will attend Taster Days to explore Cambridge International AS/A level subjects offered at VIS in grades 11&12. Students will take part in Cambridge lessons to get them on their path to choosing the subjects for next year. One-on-one scheduled guidance sessions for students, and an on-line information session about enrollment with Ms. Asta will follow.
VIS will announce the cohort targeted for this parent event. Regardless, everyone is invited to join.
Grades 6 through 12 parents should save the date to meet their child’s teachers in brief one-on-one parent-teacher
Save the date for a night out for those of us who are not busy on the corporate holiday party circuit. Location to be announced closer to the date.
20:00
Save the date for a performance by our youngest learners in the Cookie Factor Atrium. More information to follow closer to the date.
Save the date for a costume dance party. More information will be forthcoming.
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.
Omelette (L)
Black bread (G)
Fresh vegetables
Tea with lemon
Fruit
Potato and chicken meatball soup (N)
Durum pasta with cheesy pesto sauce (G, L)
Carrot salad
Black bread (G)
Sour cream (L)
Fruit
Cheese sticks or Yogurt (L, CF)
Cheese sticks (L)
Fruit
Rusks (G)
Buckwheat porridge (L)
Tea with lemon
Chickpea and lentil soup (L, N)
Chicken shashlik
Brown rice
Garden salad
Black bread (G)
Fruit
Cheese sticks or Yogurt (L, CF)
Buns (G)
Fruit
Pancakes with curd (L,G)
Sour cream (L)
Tea with lemon
Tomato and rice soup (N)
Baked pork ribs
Boiled potatoes
Cucumber, tomato, bell pepper salad
Black bread (G)
Sour cream (L)
Fruit
Cheese sticks or Yogurt (L, CF)
Berry, fruit and milk smoothie (L)
Rice cakes
Chicken sausages
Salad
Black bread (G)
Tea with lemon
Fruit
Beetroot soup (N)
Beef patties (L)
Beef and vegetable quesadilla with yogurt sauce (L,G, CF)
Buckwheat
Green salad
Black bread (G)
Sour cream (L)
Fruit
Cheese sticks or Yogurt (L, CF)
Cheese sandwiches (L, G)
Fruit
Cornmeal porridge (L)
Milk (L)
Cream of tomato soup (L, N)
Baked fish sticks (L, G)
Mashed potatoes (L)
Coleslaw
Black bread (G)
Fruit
Cheese sticks or Yogurt (L, CF)
Yogurt (L)
Corn cakes
Fruit
G – Gluten
L – Lactose
N – prepared to retain nutritional value
CF – Cookie Factory grades 8-12
All items subject to change.
Get ready for the PUMPKIN CARVING CONTEST!
EC and PYP students are welcome to submit their pumpkins for our Annual Pumpkin Carving Contest. The categories are: scariest, most adorable, most creative, and funniest. Pumpkins can be brought to the PYP yard Thursday morning for registration and display.
14:45, October 23.