Congratulations to our tennis players for being amazing competitors and gracious hosts – we have 39 students from our SAISA region visiting for the 2026 tennis invitational. Matches started yesterday and continue throughout tomorrow, Saturday, January 24, on the rooftop tennis courts. Come out to cheer on the Raptors, or watch via livestream from home.
Current School Year End
For the current academic year (2025–2026), the last day of school for students will be June 4, 2026 (Thursday) and the last working day for faculty will be June 5, 2026 (Friday) as published previously.
Celebrating Student Excellence
Two high school personalized learning students have been selected to be part of Global Online Academy’s (GOA) Global Capstone Showcase, an achievement that puts them in the top 4% of students who applied. The GOA Global Capstone is a “unique opportunity for students to apply the skills and knowledge gained from their GOA coursework to real-world projects.” Their projects were chosen out of 1,500 submissions.
Daeun’s (G11) project, “How can technology be used to support patients and families in managing recovery after cleft surgery?” is rooted in her work with the Operation Smile Club at AISC. Her project shines a light on the days after cleft surgery, when families go home anxious and unsure. Global Online Academy says: Daeun’ passion for Operation Smile and her ability to convey that passion were fantastic! I love that she was able to build on a meaningful experience from AISC and her club.
Sukhyun’s (G12) project, “Chennai Water Pollution & Organic Chemistry” connects organic chemistry to real local challenges. By analyzing how pollutants travel, Sukhyun highlights why chemistry matters in environmental decision-making. Global Online Academy says: Your focus on molecular interactions, rather than just describing the pollutants themselves, demonstrates thoughtful, chemistry‑driven reasoning. The way you connected chemical properties to ecological and health impacts showed maturity in applying organic chemistry to real environmental issues. This was a well‑constructed and scientifically insightful project.
Annual Calendar 2026-2027
The Board of Directors has approved the 2026–2027 Annual Calendar.
Our tentative final student day will be June 3, 2027, and our tentative final faculty day will be June 4, 2027. In the event of more than two school closure days, the Board will determine the number of make-up days required. The official last day of school will be confirmed and communicated in January 2027.
Republic Day Holiday | Monday, January 26
Campus and all facilities will be closed on Monday, January 26, in observance of Indian Republic Day.
Republic Day (January 26) marks the day the Constitution of India came into force in 1950, laying the foundation for the world’s largest democracy. Republic Day is celebrated nationwide with parades and flag-hoisting ceremonies.
Warmly,
Greg Clinton
Head of School
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Additional Information
Re-enrollment Survey Opens | Tuesday, January 27
This is the time of year when we ask all AISC families to share their re-enrollment intentions for the next school year (2026–2027). This will allow you to confirm your child’s place next school year, and it will also allow us to make enrollment projections which are vital to sustaining a quality program for all current and future AISC students.
On Tuesday, January 27, you will receive an email allowing you to access your family’s re-enrollment link. You will have the option to indicate one of the following re-enrollment intentions for next year: YES or NO or UNDECIDED. We ask all families to complete this brief re-enrollment survey no later than Friday, February 6.
Invoices for next school year will be sent in early March, with payment due no later than Friday, May 15, 2026.
Celebrate India | Save the Date!
The AISC Community Life Team, together with our High School Student Council, invites you to Celebrate Incredible India!
We are looking for lively and inclusive performances to be part of this unforgettable evening.
What is Celebrate India?
Celebrate India is AISC’s vibrant annual festival held in February 2026, offering our community an immersive experience into India’s rich cultural tapestry. The event is a lively celebration of our host country’s heritage and features traditional music, community performances, activities, and culinary delights. It’s an excellent opportunity for families, students, and staff to come together and appreciate the diverse traditions that make India unique. You can see photos from last year’s Celebrate India here (password: raptors2024).
Performance Details:
- Celebrate India 2026 is on Saturday, February 28, 5:00–8:00 p.m.
- Each performance must have 6 or more participants.
- Time limit: 3-4 minutes max.
- Open to dance, music, or any form of cultural expression that celebrates India.
Sign up here to register your interest! Registrations close on January 23.
Questions? Contact Sherene Williams, Community Life Manager at wsherene@aischennai.org.
Yearbook Photos for New Students
Our Yearbook Photoshoot is taking place on Tuesday, January 27, till Thursday, January 29. Our long-time photo partner, Konica, will be joining us on campus to take portraits of new students and those who missed an opportunity in August 2025.
You can order prints by picking up an order form from the Main Reception. Please note this is optional. Digital versions will also be made available to you.
PCA Meeting | Monday, February 2 | 2:00–3:00 p.m.
At our upcoming PCA Meeting on Monday, February 2, students from Grades 3 to 5 will share reflections from their Vision Days. ES Vision Days are two immersive days of interdisciplinary learning beyond the classroom. Come listen to their stories and celebrate their growth. More details coming next week.
AISCxInKo Centre Art Exhibition | Featuring High School Students
You can still catch “Between Sense and Self: Tracing the Inner Landscapes” featuring five of our HS Art students!
What: AISCxInKo Centre Art Exhibition featuring HS students (Akshaya Sundararajan, Jefionyanne Hubbhey Palconite, Seojin Park, Shania Penker, Siyeon Choi, and Sumukhi Pashupathy)
When: Opening on January 20 | Exhibition until February 4
Where: InKo Centre, 18, Adyar Club Gate Rd, Raja Annamalaipuram, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600028
Open Call | Community Art Exhibition | February 2, 2026
Our Visual Arts team is opening submissions for this year’s Community Art Exhibition, taking place February 9–18, 2026, in the FAC Atrium. Families, faculty, and staff are all encouraged to contribute original artworks, from paintings and photography to ceramics, textiles, jewellery, sculpture, and more.
The exhibition will open on Monday, February 9, from 3:45–5:00 p.m., and we hope you’ll join us in celebrating the creativity that lives across our community.
Artwork submissions are due February 2, with drop-off locations in the ES, MS, and HS art rooms. For questions, please reach out to gsandhya@aischennai.org.
AISC is at its best when we create together, and we can’t wait to see your artistic contributions!