UHIS Newsletter – T3W1 – Ulsan Hyundai International School

Welcome back!

We hope you all had a restful and enjoyable Spring Break and were able to spend some quality time with family and friends.

It has been great to welcome students back this week, with classrooms quickly filling with energy and enthusiasm. Term 3 is now underway, and we are looking forward to a positive and productive final term of the school year.

After-School Activities

After-School Activities will begin in Week 2. We encourage families to check the sign-up sheet below to confirm their selections.

Please also take a moment to review bus times, as these may be adjusted to accommodate activities.

Student-led Baking Club

A group of students have organised a student-led baking club on Fridays. Any parents who are keen bakers would be very welcome to come and lend a hand!

School Photographs

Class and individual school photographs will be taken on Thursday 16th April (Week 2).

Students should wear their school shirts to ensure a neat appearance. These photographs will also be included in the school yearbook. More instructions may come from your class teacher.

New Staff Appointment

We are pleased to share that we have now completed our recruitment process and can confirm that Ms Caley Murray and Mr Max Browning will be joining UHIS for the 2026/27 academic year.

Ms Murray will be taking over from Mr Dunn, and Mr Browning will be taking over from Ms Sim. They are a teaching couple with training and experience in the UK and are currently working at an international school in Poland. They have also previously lived in Korea, which will support a smooth transition into our community.

Both candidates were very impressive throughout the recruitment process, and we are excited to welcome them to UHIS.

Upper School Residential Trip

We are excited to share details of our upcoming Upper School Residential Trip, a highlight of the Term 3 programme and a valuable opportunity for students to learn beyond the classroom.

This residential experience is designed to support independence, teamwork, and resilience while allowing students to take part in a wide range of outdoor and adventure-based activities.

Full confirmed details will be shared at our Information Meeting, and we look forward to this being a memorable experience for all involved.

Open to: Students in Mr Dunn’s and Ms Temple’s classes
Date: Wednesday 27th May to Friday 29th May (2 nights)
Venue: Cheongdo Sinhoarang Pungnyu Village
Cost: 300,000 KRW
Planned Activities: Skytrail, Archery, Woodcraft, Hiking, plus much more (to be confirmed at Information Meeting)

It is hoped that all students in Mr Dunn’s class will attend the residential trip and normal lessons will not take place at school during this time
Students in Ms Temple’s class are invited to join the residential trip on an optional basis. Ms Temple will remain at school, and lessons will continue.
We will adapt our plans based on the responses we receive.

Timeline

Information Meeting (for students and parents) – Friday 17th April (W2) – 2.30pm at UHIS
Confirm attendance and fee due – Friday 1st May (W4)
Residential Camp – Wednesday 27th May to Friday 29th May

Welcome Back, Ms Jiyu

We are very pleased to welcome Ms Jiyu back to UHIS as a Learning Assistant following the Spring Break. We are delighted to have her return to the team and know she will continue to be a positive support for our students and staff.

We look forward to working with her again this term.

CRESTAR Drone Camp

We are pleased to announce a new collaboration that will provide our students with the opportunity to learn from experts in the field.

Students will explore the fundamentals of drone flight, learn how drones work, and gain insight into real-world applications of this rapidly developing field. The programme also includes an introduction to drone coding, where students will use tablets to control and programme drones through block-based coding.

CRESTAR Drone Camp will be led by Mr Jaeho Kim, a specialist in Drone Engineering and a Category 1 Drone Pilot License holder, supported by a team of experienced instructors. This will ensure students receive expert guidance and personalised support throughout the session.

All necessary equipment will be provided, including tablets and drones, ensuring a high-quality and engaging learning experience for all participants. UHIS staff will also be present to supervise and support students throughout the session.

Spaces are limited, and we encourage families to sign up early.

Date: Saturday 9th May 2026
Time: 13:30 – 17:00
Location: UHIS
Cost: 70,000 KRW per student
Minimum participants: 6 students
Year Groups: 3-9

Please note this programme is for Year 3–9. We are also gauging interest in a CRESTAR Science Camp for younger students. Please let us know if you’re interested so we can begin the planning process

CRESTAR Saturday Drone Camp – Sign-up

CIS Accreditation Portfolio Submission

We are pleased to share that our CIS Accreditation Portfolio has now been submitted as part of our ongoing work with the Council of International Schools (CIS).

This portfolio is a detailed reflection of our school, bringing together evidence of our programmes, practices, and student experience. It forms part of a wider accreditation process designed to support high standards in education, student wellbeing, and continuous school improvement.

Following this submission, the next stage will involve engagement with CIS, including a visit to the school, where our work will be reviewed and discussed further. We will continue to keep our community informed as the process progresses.

Fire Drill

The planned fire drill on Thursday 9th April was postponed due to bad weather.

It has been rescheduled for Friday

Dates in Term 3

As we begin Term 3, please take a moment to note the key dates for the weeks ahead.

W1 – Monday 6th April: First Day of Term 3
W2 – Thursday 16th April: School Photographs
W2 – Thursday 16th April: Mr Dunn’s Class – Hyundai Credit Cooperative Finance Lesson and Shipyard Tour
W2 – Friday 17th April: Fire drill with Dong-bu Fire Station
W2 – Friday 17th April: Residential Trip Information Meeting – 2.30pm
W4 – Tuesday 28th April: School Consultative Group Meeting
W5 – Monday 11th May/Tuesday 12th May: MAPS Tests
W7 – Monday 18th – Wednesday 20th May: CIS Preliminary Engagement
W7 – Thursday 21st May: Sports Day
W8 – Wednesday 27th – Friday 29th May: Upper School Residential Trip
W10 – Friday 12th June: Report Sent Home
W10 – Friday 12th June: Art Exhibition
W11 – Week 11: Parent–Teacher Conferences
W12 – Thursday 25th June: End-of-year trips
W12 – Friday 26th June: Last Day of Term 3