Head of School
Welcome

With great enthusiasm, I extend a warm welcome to the 2023-24 academic year. This is a time filled with extraordinary opportunities and the promise of holistic growth. Whether you are new to TIS or a returning family, we are thrilled that you have chosen TIS for your child’s education and  look forward to this journey together. 

As we commence this new year, we cannot help but feel relieved that it is the first full year without the shadow of the pandemic looming over us. It's time to leave behind the challenges and uncertainties of the past and embrace a future filled with enriching experiences. 

We take pride in our internationally accredited curriculum which includes the International Baccalaureate at the Diploma level along with the Alberta Programmes of Study. With over 20 years of growth at TIS, we have honed our understanding of how these curriculum frameworks can be effectively implemented to meet the needs of our diverse student body. These curricular frameworks have proven to be successful in our multicultural environment, providing our students with a solid foundation for academic excellence and global understanding - a must in today's constantly evolving world. 

To better support our students in acquiring the required learning skills for success in Secondary school, we are undertaking candidacy for PYP authorisation in our Primary school. Incorporating the Alberta curriculum into the PYP framework will provide our students with improved research, literacy, communication, and collaboration skills, along with a mindset focused upon global citizenship.

Inspired learning begins with great teachers. Our faculty members, who are well-versed in these programs, bring their expertise and knowledge to create a stimulating learning environment that promotes critical thinking, global awareness, and personal growth. We are pleased and excited to welcome over 25 new teaching staff, bringing a wide range of international teaching experience and highly certified teaching credentials.

At TIS, we believe in going above and beyond conventional boundaries to empower our students to push themselves beyond their own expectations so they can thrive academically, while emphasising the importance of their happiness and well-being. We understand that true success lies not only in academic achievements but also in overall well-being, and our teachers are committed to prioritising both aspects for our students.

As we look ahead with optimism, let us embrace this year with gratitude and enthusiasm. Let us make it one filled with memorable experiences that enrich our lives both intellectually and emotionally. Together, let's create a future that is vibrant, exciting, and full of endless possibilities and opportunities.

Welcome to the 2023-2024 Academic Year!

Lorne Schmidt, Head of School