Governance Systems
- Being responsible for the institution and its mission as a whole, and not for the separate constituencies.
- Planning, developing and establishing policies.
- Setting the policy of the financial condition of the school, approving budgets and monitoring them (checks and balances).
- Ensuring that the physical plant of the school serves the mission of the school.
- Organizing and managing itself to fulfill its duties with bylaws, policies and procedures.
- Contracting, if and when needed, educational or other consultants to oversee the school’s development, advising on the hiring criteria for the School Principal, assisting in recruitment and training, and developing the school’s improvement plans in line with LWIS Istanbul’s mission and vision.
- Appointing the School Principal and the school auditor.
How is the Board of Trustees appointed?
- LWIS Istanbul BOT is appointed by the LWIS Society.
- The Board includes expertise in educational and business affairs as well as public relations.
- The Board includes at least three members of the LWIS Society or others nominated by members. The number of Board members will not exceed seven.
- The Board shall be appointed for a term of four years indefinitely renewable.
Management and Directorship of the School
The appointed Management and Directorship team of Khaled International Schools are tasked with ensuring the seamless operations of the institution. They oversee the various programs and make integral decisions to enhance the life of every learner. The decisions are based on information shared by Subject Coordinators, Advisors, Teachers, Health Personnel, Parents, Learners and Counselors.
Management Team
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in History
Background: Mr. Al-Otaibi has taken numerous courses in computer and body language, as well as self-development.
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Social Studies
Background: Ms. AlOrabi took part in many courses covering leadership and the English language. She previously worked as the registration supervisor at KiS, as well as the Administrator for Public Relations, and the Manager for Grades 1 to 12.
Education: Bachelor of Education in Geography
Background: Ms. Al-Otaibi has taken a series of courses in computer and early childhood. Since 2014, she worked as a supervisor at KiS, before assuming her current role.
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Education
Background: Ms. Mohanna has over 21 years of experience with the SDC and LWIS Network schools, assuming numerous positions that include Elementary Teacher, ASL, High School Teacher, Head of Section for the Elementary School and Junior School director (KG – Grade 8). She also worked as an educational consultant with SDC.
Education: Bachelor’s in science, with emphasis on Mathematics
Background: Mr. Farah worked as a Math teacher for Middle School students, and then assumed the role of Math Teacher, Math Coordinator and Academic Director at Al Afkar International School-Jeddah.
Education: Teaching Diploma in Applied Mathematics
Background: Mr. Srour has been a Math teacher since 2005. He has worked as the Head of Section of Senior School at LWIS USL since 2012. He became certified to teach IB – DP Mathematics in year 2019 and has gained experience in the accreditation process. He has participated in international workshops including MSIS (Math Specialists in International Schools) presented by Erma Anderson from 2019 to 2021.
Education: Master’s degree in Student Personnel Administration with an emphasis on guidance and counseling from Columbia University, New York, BA in Sociology, and a teaching Diploma in Secondary Education/ AUB. She is certified from the
Background: Ms. Sidani has over 10 years of experience in teaching and counseling. She served as the Faculty Advisor in Harvard Model United Nations HMUN/Dubai online in June 2020 & 2021. She is also certified by the Foundation in Adolescent Coaching from Noble Manhattan.
Education: Master’s in Business Management, certified in English Language Development skills, and holds an English Language Degree.
Background: Mr. Abdo has worked as an English teacher since 2013. He also serves as a student counselor. He has participated in international workshops including Houghton Mifflin Harcourt / SDC LWIS Training sessions, as well as a Growth Mindset workshop.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in English Literature
Background: With over 15 years of experience in the Academic Field, Ms. Chouman believes in empowering learners to help them achieve their highest goals, by carefully catering and creating the fundamental space for learners’ potentials to flourish.
Education: Master’s in Educational Management
Background: Ms. Baroudi has worked as an English teacher since 2015. Before joining KiS, she assumed the role of Academic Director in Al-Afkar, Jeddah. She regularly participates in workshops on professional development.
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in English Literature
Background: Ms. Berjawi worked at a public school for six years, teaching English as a second language. She joined KiS as a Home Room teacher for five years. She soon became the Pre School-Head of Section (2018). She believes that strong relationships with parents and the wider community are vital in ensuring that children are supported as they advance in their academic life.