Kalinda, Canada and a visit from Julien Alfred

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Monday, October 5

Happy Thanksgiving!

Two students face each other with sticks, mirroring each other's Kalinda moves.

Grades 9–12

An inspiring week of culture and opportunity

What an inspiring week it has been for our Grade 9–12 students! We were honored to welcome a guest speaker from the High Commission of Canada, who shared valuable insights about studying in Canada and the opportunities that await our graduates.

Adding to the richness of the week, the Kalindeh Kollective from Trinidad and Tobago brought culture to life through an interactive workshop. Students experienced the vibrant tradition of Kalinda—an Afro-Trinidadian art form that blends rhythm, movement, and storytelling—while learning about its deep roots in heritage, identity, and community. It was a powerful reminder of how culture connects us and expands our perspectives.

Students move and dance across the school hall during the Kalinda workshop

A line of students holding long sticks practise Kalinda movements in the hall

An older student dances with a young child while a Kalindeh Kollective member looks on

A facilitator and a student with a microphone perform for watching students, with a drummer behind them

In pictures Kalindeh Kollective working with our Grade 9–12 students. 5 photos; select any to enlarge.

Calendar

October 2026
Mon 5	No school Thanksgiving No classes
Tue 6	School Assembly Parents are always welcome to attend
Tue–Fri 6–9	Teacher Appreciation Week
Tue 6	Change Staff Meeting No extracurricular activities
Tue 13	Change No Volleyball extracurricular K–6 staff team meeting
Wed 14	Change No Football (K–6) 7–12 staff team meeting
Fri 23	Jounen Kweyol assembly
Mon 26	No school Mid-Term Break No school for staff and students

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House points

House	Points	Behind
Blue Sharks	107	—
Red Roosters	103	4
Green Geckos	99	8

Special guest

Julien Alfred visits ISSL

To round off the week, we had the privilege of hosting world-class sprinter Julien Alfred, who spent time in classrooms today. Students were able to connect with her personally—asking thoughtful questions about her journey as an athlete and learning more about her life beyond the track.

It was a truly memorable experience that left our school community inspired and energized.

Julien Alfred talks with younger students seated on the stage steps.

Students and staff gather on the hall stage for a group photo during Julien Alfred's visit

Secondary students and teachers crowd into a classroom for a group photo during the visit

Julien Alfred with a large group of secondary students and teachers in a classroom

Julien Alfred kneels with a class in front of a colourful bulletin board

Julien Alfred sits and chats with students in a classroom beneath a Saint Lucia flag

Julien Alfred speaks to a class of secondary students as staff look on

Julien Alfred smiles with a student in a classroom

Julien Alfred with staff in front of the ISSL house points poster

Julien Alfred with two staff members holding up green and yellow T-shirts

In pictures Students and staff visit with Julien Alfred. 10 photos; select any to enlarge.

Around ISSL

Students work on papers around a table on the school balcony with a teacher

Four students stand beside their body systems poster in front of a whiteboard dated September 29th, 2026

Four students present their brown-paper body poster in front of the classroom whiteboard

Students hard at work. 3 photos

Julien Alfred with four staff members in a classroom

Julien Alfred with a staff member beside the 'Everyone is welcome' board

Julien Alfred with two staff members beside the 'At ISSL we believe' board

A few more moments with Julien Alfred. 3 photos

Notices

Kiss N Ride

In order to ensure that you are aware of the routine for drop off in the morning in our Kiss and Ride zone, please watch the following Traffic Management video created by our Parent Teacher Collaboration Group.

Watch the drop-off video (opens in a new tab)

Extracurricular activities

Students who are not participating should be picked up at 2:30 pm on the balcony. Please note there is no student supervision past 3:30 pm. To view the full schedule for this school year, please click the link provided.

2026–2027 extracurricular schedule (opens in a new tab)

Remember your children are watching you and learning from your actions and reactions.

From the Principal

We look forward to building a strong, connected school community with you! Thank you so much for your energy and commitment to our school. As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Warm regards, Sharon Knights Principal

Call the school on +1 (758) 458-0989 or email Reception@intschoolstlucia.org.