Dear Discover International School Community,
As we step into a new school year together, we welcome each of you — students, parents, and colleagues — with warmth and enthusiasm. At Discover International School, we are proud to be an IB World School, and with this privilege comes the responsibility to live out the values that define who we are and the kind of learners and global citizens we aspire to be.
This year, we focus on seven guiding values — Responsibility, Authenticity, Clarity, Strategy, Action, Community, Mastery, and Focus — as a framework for our shared growth. These values connect deeply to the IB Learner Profile, helping us nurture students who are principled, reflective, balanced, and caring.
- Responsibility reminds us to do the right things, even when they are not the easy ones. Like principled learners, we take ownership of our words and actions and contribute proactively to solutions that strengthen our community.
- Authenticity calls us to be true to ourselves and consistent in what we believe and do. This connects with being open-minded and communicative, expressing our ideas clearly and respectfully.
- Clarity helps us plan thoughtfully and give constructive feedback, aligning with the reflective learner profile as we strive for better awareness and decisions.
- Strategy points us toward quality, sustainability, and creativity. As thinkers and risk-takers, we design learning experiences and community rituals that inspire growth and innovation.
- Action reminds us that success comes through consistent practice. Like inquirers, we take small steps toward big goals and embrace challenges as opportunities to learn.
- Community is the heart of our school. Through reciprocity, respect, and trust, we build caring relationships and foster collaboration—learning not only with each other but also for each other.
- Mastery and Focus encourage us to grow from the inside out, concentrating on what matters most, and striving each day to be better than yesterday.
As we begin this school year, let us remember that these values are not abstract—they come alive in our routines, our classrooms, our conversations, and our interactions with one another. By living them together, we strengthen the fabric of our community and model for our children what it means to be lifelong learners who contribute to a better, more peaceful world.
We thank you for being part of this journey and for entrusting us with the education and growth of your children. We look forward to a year of discovery, collaboration, and excellence.
With warm regards,
Anna-Mariya Yotsova