On Wednesday afternoon, our Grade 5 students traded the classroom for the pool for a bit as they began this semester’s swimming program. They entered the water, worked with their instructors, and took the first steps toward becoming safer and more confident swimmers. 

Representing Grades 9–12, these students have stepped forward to listen, serve, and help shape the high school experience at TCIS. Together, they will bring student perspectives into conversations, strengthen connections across grade levels, and help create activities and initiatives that build school spirit and community.
 

Every school year begins with possibility.

Every student walks through our doors with unique 
gifts waiting to be discovered, developed, and shared.

As higher education becomes increasingly global, students are looking beyond traditional destinations and exploring new pathways to university and career success. A recent article published by The Korea Times examines a growing trend among some of Korea's highest-achieving engineering students: choosing leading universities in China for opportunities in research, technology, artificial intelligence, and innovation.

Among the students featured is TCIS senior Kim Seung-hyun. His inclusion reflects the kind of globally minded thinking that characterizes many TCIS graduates as they explore opportunities across an increasingly interconnected world.

This week, TCIS proudly celebrates our 65th Annual Graduation Ceremony. 

Generations of students have walked across the stage carrying not only academic achievement, but also the memories, friendships, challenges, and growth that shaped their journey. This year’s graduates have now joined that long tradition, stepping forward into the future with courage, purpose, and hope.

Last Friday evening, our Elementary students took the stage for the Dragon Arts Festival, celebrating a semester full of creativity, practice, and artistic growth.

Students from Grades K–5 shared their talents through instrumental performances, choral music, and a beautiful showcase of visual artwork created throughout the Spring Semester. From musical performances to colorful and thoughtful art displays, the festival highlighted the many ways our students learn to express themselves through the arts.

What a wonderful Saturday at the 34th Annual TCIS International Festival!

With beautiful weather and a campus full of energy, families, students, alumni, and many from the Daejeon community came together to celebrate an afternoon of culture, connection, and fun. From delicious food and live music to games, contests, prizes, and the flea market, there was something for everyone to enjoy. The celebration continued all the way through the evening fireworks.

Yesterday afternoon, our Grade 3 students proudly shared their learning with parents and their elementary school peers during the Endangered Animals Exhibition at TCIS.

Each student delivered an individually prepared speech alongside visual presentations that highlighted the importance of protecting endangered species around the world. Through their research, creativity, and communication, students explored the challenges these animals face and the ways people can help make a difference.

Yesterday, our TCIS learning community had the opportunity to experience the TOK Exhibition Showcase, an event that invited us into the depth and complexity of student thinking.

As part of the IB Diploma Programme, Theory of Knowledge (TOK) challenges students to explore how we know what we claim to know. Through this exhibition, students connected real-world objects to profound questions about knowledge, perspective, evidence, and truth – demonstrating not only what they have learned, but how they think.

Some events are fun… and some remind you what a school community is truly about.

This past Saturday, “APRIL FUN!” brought our TCIS community together in the best way—sunshine, laughter, water inflatables, and families simply enjoying time with one another. Children ran freely across the field, towels in hand, while parents and friends gathered to share in the moment.

This morning, our Grade 5 students took an exciting step toward their PYP Exhibition, sharing their final rehearsals with students from Grades 1–4.

It was a meaningful moment for everyone involved—our Grade 5 students had the opportunity to refine their presentations and build confidence, while younger students got a special preview of what lies ahead in their own learning journey. The energy, curiosity, and sense of purpose in the room were truly inspiring.

Preparing students for the future goes far beyond the classroom, and our recent Career & Community Day 2026 was a powerful reflection of that.

Centered around the theme “The Human Advantage in the Age of AI,” the day challenged students to think deeply about their future paths, the evolving world of work, and the unique role they will play within it.

Each morning began with energy and creativity during Morning Meeting, as students dove into fun activities like writing their own silly stories, guessing the mystery teacher reader, solving book cover puzzles, and designing their own unique bookmarks. It was a week full of imagination, laughter, and a growing love for reading.

Last Thursday evening, the TCIS community gathered for a truly special occasion – the opening reception of our Senior Art Exhibition.

The PAC Foyer was transformed into a gallery of creativity and expression, showcasing the culmination of our seniors’ two-year artistic journeys. Each piece told a story of growth, exploration, identity, and the dedication it takes to bring an idea to life. From concept to final display, these works reflect not only technical skill but courage, perspective, and passion.

TCIS is proud to recognize our Secondary students who have been named “Students of Distinction and Growth” for Quarter 3! These students were honored in a recent assembly, celebrating not only their achievements but the meaningful ways they contribute to our school community each day.